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Speakerphones For Better Remote Work
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Sony Electronics Introduces 3.1-Channel Dolby Atmos Soundbar
Features Vertical Surround Engine technology and a center speaker
Speakers
Sonos Introduces Arc Smart Soundbar With Support For Dolby Atmos
New soundbar joins updated versions of Sub, Five, and the Sonos app
People
Mats Oberg Appointed To Chief Sales Officer At Dirac
Oberg brings a wealth of experience from outside the audio industry, having held several senior sales and management positions within Agilent and at smaller,...
Distributors
Staub Electronics Appointed As Canadian Distributor For Origin Acoustics
Deal is effective June 1, 2020
Speakers
LG Launches 2020 Soundbars
New soundbar lineup delivers immersive experience of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
Audio
SiriusXM Thanks America’s Front-Line Road Warriors With Free-to-Air Road Dog Trucking Radio
Road Dog Trucking Radio is offered for free on active and inactive satellite radios starting Friday, May 1
Audio
Vanco Launches Online Training Center
Online portal available to Vanco distributors, reps, dealers, and integrators
Audio
Shure Celebrates 95th Year In Professional Audio
Established in 1925, Shure products are now sold in more than 120 countries
Audio
Work From Home Tech: MXL AC-44 USB Conferencing Microphone
The AC-44 builds upon MXL’s 30 years of developing high performance microphones for conferencing, studio recording, and live stage performance.
Distributors
ELAC Announces Partnership With Catalyst AV Distributor Network
ELAC’s entire line-up of custom install and premium home audio products available
Audio
Review: Enclave CineHome PRO THX Certified WiSA Surround System
"I don’t use the term “soundbar killer” lightly, but my first thought was that if the Enclave CineHome PRO system actually lives up to...
Headphones
Shure Launches AONIC True Wireless Headphones And Noise Cancelling Cans
Pro audio at consumer prices?
Audio
Free Access To SiriusXM Premier Streaming Available Through May 15
With millions currently staying home, SiriusXM opens access in North America via the SiriusXM app and at SiriusXM.com/streamfree
Accessories
Review: Blue Yeti X USB Microphone
Yeti X kicks up your production value with four-capsule condenser array and smart knob controls
Audio
Apple’s Powerbeats 4 Show Up On Shelves Ahead Of Official Announcement
Confirming some previously leaked specs
People
Rob Anderson Promoted To Marketing & Creative Director At Maxxsonics USA
“Being a part of this industry has been the goal my entire life, and that has now turned into a dream come true...
Buying Groups
ProSource Adds New Audio Vendors
AudioControl, Bowers & Wilkins, GoldenEar Technologies, Bluesound, and NAD join the buying group.
Products
Shure Products Achieve Microsoft Teams Certification
Microflex Advance MXA910 Ceiling Array, MXA310 Table Array Microphone, and IntelliMix P300 Audio Conferencing Processor—are now certified for Microsoft Teams.
Headphones
REVIEW: Edifier TWS NB Headphones
Tested extensively during CES 2020, these truly wireless headphones with ANC deliver exceptional sound quality, clear calls and blissful active noise cancellation - all...
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Theory Audio Design Now Shipping
The first seven models including a multi-purpose loudspeaker, two subwoofers, three soundbars, and an Amplified Loudspeaker Controller, are now available worldwide.
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Theory Audio Design Now Shipping
The first seven models including a multi-purpose loudspeaker, two subwoofers, three soundbars, and an Amplified Loudspeaker Controller, are now available worldwide.
Distributors
InstallerNet Partners With Capitol Sales
Offers product distribution through its nationwide network of installers.
People
Frank Sterns Joins Sound United
Hired as the company’s senior vice president of commercial operations.
People
Rick Calacci Joins Enclave Audio As Advisory Board Member, Global Sales Consultant
Calacci to provide overall guidance to Enclave Audio with special focus on all sales efforts, strategies, initiatives and programs.
People
Ken Ishiwata, Legendary Hi-Fi Figure, Dies Aged 72
Ishiwata, who was brand ambassador for Marantz, was a tireless champion for high-fidelity sound
SSV Works Walks Away From The 2019 SEMA Show With Two Industry Awards
SSV's WP3-RZ3O65 awarded Best New Powersports Product and a 2019 SEMA Global Media Award
Audio
Amazon Echo Studio Review – What Hi-Fi?
An Echo speaker for audiophiles? Tested at $200 / £190 / AU$329
Audio
What Hi-Fi? Awards 2019: The 26 Product Of The Year Winners Revealed!
Plus, our five 'special' awards have been unveiled…
Industry
Origin Acoustics Adds to Executive Team
Promotes Marc Fisher to president of sales and hires John Marchionda as chief marketing officer.
Distributors
Professional Audio Associates Is Newest Member Of PowerHouse Alliance
PAA supports dealers across the Northeast, is 12th member of distribution group
Distributors
SnapAV and KEF Launch National Distribution Partnership
KEF products are now available at local SnapAV distribution locations and will be available via the SnapAV website later in Q4.
Audio
dCS Launches HiRes Audio Campaign With 1st Legends Award
Master mastering engineer and 11-time Grammy winner Bob Ludwig honored as first dCS Legend
Buying Groups
ProSource Audio Committee Completes Strategic Planning Meetings in Asia
Meets with key audio vendor partners Harman, Sony, and Sound United.
Distributors
Onkyo USA Announces New Organizational Vision
Hires and restructures to strengthen its custom install and retail business verticals.
Audio
Kaleidescape and Universal Music Group Announce Content Agreement
Concerts and documentaries for now available for home cinema, in the highest fidelity.
Distributors
SnapAV to Distribute the Sonos Wireless Sound System
Beginning October 2019, SnapAV will be a national distributor of Sonos.
Accessories
Amazon Echo Buds Hands-On Review: Alexa In Your Ears – Tom’s Guide Review
Cheaper than the AirPods and Bose noise reduction.
Industry
Sonance Enters Into an Agreement to Acquire James Loudspeaker
Both companies expect the deal to close by the end of the year.
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PowerHouse Alliance Welcomes New Vendors KLH and PowerShades at CEDIA Expo
Pittsburgh, PA – September 4, 2019 – The PowerHouse Alliance 11 distributor members are joined at CEDIA Expo by two new vendors, KLH and...