Sennheiser announced it is now shipping the Spectera SKM handheld transmitter. The solution is designed for professional live sound, theater, broadcast and houses of worship. Spectera is powered by Sennheiser’s WMAS approach and addresses typical challenges that users, operators and owners of wireless audio systems may experience. It aims to deliver ultra-low-latency wireless audio and […]
The first beamforming microphone array I ever saw was the Revoluto by Beyerdynamic, released back in 2006. It was a horizontal “corridor” microphone designed to pick up a speaker at the front of a room, even as they moved from side to side. I’m not asserting it was the first microphone of this type; I […]
Sennheiser officially announced its multi-year partnership with Formula E. Under the partnership, Sennheiser will become Formula E’s official sound provider. The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship will integrate Sennheiser’s professional audio solutions and AMBEO immersive audio technology across the global series. Sennheiser said that through the partnership, Formula E and Sennheiser will explore how […]
In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I sit down with Greg Oden of Sennheiser to discuss the company’s latest enterprise audio innovations. From the TeamConnect Ceiling Medium Plus and Device Hub to SpeechLine, EW-DX and Spectera, we explore how Sennheiser is simplifying deployment, remote device management and wireless audio for integrators, IT managers and […]
The story of Mic Drop starts inside a landmark building — the former West Hollywood home of Larrabee Studios, the legendary recording space founded by Carole King and Gerry Goffin that hosted artists like Prince and Cher, helping define generations of popular music. For Mic Drop founders Leo and Oliver Kremer, a professional musician himself, […]
Xilica today announced the release of Dynamic Voice Lift, a new feature in Xilica Designer v4.12 that brings adaptive speech reinforcement to large meeting spaces, classrooms and auditoriums. Traditionally, voice lift systems rely on fixed speaking positions or multi-zone microphone outputs to deliver consistent audio reinforcement. Dynamic Voice Lift removes these limitations. With Dynamic Voice […]
Sennheiser is set to showcase the evolution of DeviceHub, the company’s cloud-based device monitoring and management platform for professional AV environments, at InfoComm 2026. DeviceHub will now include greater support for the TeamConnect Family— including the new TeamConnect Ceiling Medium Plus (TCC M Plus). The company said that DeviceHub aims to enable centralized monitoring […]
As part of our pre-InfoComm-2026 series, I spoke with David Missall of Sennheiser about the company’s latest collaboration and audio innovations heading to Las Vegas. During our conversation, David shared details on the new TeamConnect Ceiling M Plus, including its PartnerLink integration capabilities and browser-based interface, as well as updates to Sennheiser’s evolving cloud management […]
LAS VEGAS — June 4, 2026 — Sennheiser, the first choice for advanced audio technology that makes collaboration and learning easier, will bring its most ambitious InfoComm showcase yet to Las Vegas, June 13-19, 2026. Visitors to booth C5313 at the Las Vegas Convention Center will find a full slate of product demonstrations spanning the […]
Sennheiser officially launched the TeamConnect Ceiling M Plus, a new ceiling microphone designed to simplify use and provide clarity of sound. The solution will be showcased at InfoComm 2026. The company said that TCC M Plus builds on the success of the TeamConnect Ceiling portfolio, combining Sennheiser audio performance with new features designed to simplify […]
PTZOptics will showcase a new generation of intelligent video workflows at InfoComm 2026, June 17–19, Las Vegas. Visitors to booth N8227 will see how PTZOptics cameras, software, AI-assisted tracking, camera control, and partner integrations work together to help modern AV teams capture better content with less complexity, and drive actions through video. Booth highlights include […]
Sennheiser was selected as the official audio supplier to the host broadcaster ORP for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. The company deployed its biggest Spectera set-up at Vienna’s Stadthalle, including manufacturing samples of the yet-to-be-launched Spectera handheld transmitter. Four active Base Stations handled 150 live streams for wireless mics, in-ear monitoring and control data in […]
Vaddio, a brand of Legrand AV, officially launched SpeakerVIEW, an intelligent camera automation solution that employs directional audio from ceiling microphone arrays to identify active speakers and direct Vaddio PTZ cameras to frame them in real time. The company said that the solution was designed for corporate conference rooms and higher education spaces. SpeakerVIEW is […]
Sennheiser officially announced the availability of a Sennheiser Spectera module in the Bitfocus apps Companion and Buttons. The company said that this expands Spectera features for engineers and technicians. The Spectera module aims to allow for direct connection and drop integration with the two Bitfocus software platforms. Sernnheiser said that the module joins almost 1,000 […]
Sennheiser announced the launch of its closed-back headphones for studio and live environments, the HD 480 PRO headphones. The product is designed to provide accurate bass reproduction and comfort for audio professionals. “This is where the HD 480 PRO excels. Compared to other closed-back headphones, they are a lot tighter on the bass; their low-end […]
Sennheiser has updated its all-in-one microphone system to connect directly with compatible smartphones. The latest firmware update, v 5.0.0, adds Bluetooth functionality to the compact microphone system. This creates a minimalist recording setup where the clip-on mic can be paired directly with mobile phones, laptops or tablets that offer high-quality Bluetooth LE Audio or Bluetooth […]
DPA microphones recently partnered with Ewing Covenant Church to implement a modern sound system for the church’s “1867 Sanctuary.” Audio Consultant and Systems Integrator Robert Bullington of Front Row Seat Productions worked alongside DPA Microphones to design the sound and livestream setup. Ewing Covenant Church recently made the transition back to the original worship space […]
Sennheiser Group announced March 4 that the company will move its Americas Regional Hub to Rock Nashville. Sennheiser said that the project will create at least 25 new jobs and will represent an investment of $2.5 million into the Tennessee economy. Sennhieser is the first company to partner with the Tennessee Department of Economic and […]
Pleneo and Sennheiser announced two new meeting room kits. The companies said these are designed to remove installation complexity, reduce deployment costs and allow consistent and AI-ready collaboration experiences. The Pleneo Medium Room Kit and Pleneo Large Room Kit are designed to provide AI-enabled collaboration in larger environments. The kits, designed for 50-square-meter and 90-square-meter […]
Sennheiser Group is set to showcase the company’s audio solutions at ISE 2026. Innovations will be on display at the new dual booth built for connection with Sennheiser, Neumann.Berlin, AMBEO and Merging Technologies as well as the company’s partner, SoundBase. Sennheiser said the booth is designed for discovery and inspiration, and is meant to encourage […]
World’s First Wideband, Bidirectional Digital Wireless Ecosystem Supports Intimate Vocal Reinforcement at Second Stage Theater NEW YORK, JANUARY 15, 2026—Masque Sound, a leading theatrical sound reinforcement, installation and design company,worked closely with Sound Designer Daniel Kluger and Associate Sound Designer’s Charles Coes and Kaileykielle Hogato create and implement a sound system that balanced cutting-edge technology […]
Barco has announced the launch of its first ClickShare Hub wireless room system bundles certified for Microsoft Teams, developed in partnership with Sennheiser. The new bundles combine Barco’s ClickShare Hub Core with the Sennheiser TeamConnect Bar S for small meeting rooms, and the ClickShare Hub Pro with the TeamConnect Bar M for medium-sized spaces. According […]
Sennheiser has announced a new firmware update for its TeamConnect Bar Solutions, introducing camera performance improvements, expanded audio output options and enhanced security and network reliability for small to mid-sized meeting rooms. Firmware version 1.3.8, available now as a free download, applies to both the TeamConnect Bar S and TeamConnect Bar M. The update is […]
High-Quality Audio-Visual Technology Transforms Remote and In-Class Instruction London, Ontario, Canada — November 12, 2025 — The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry in London, Ontario, a leading institution in Canada, is renowned for its accredited Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Dental Surgery programs, as well as its Bachelor of Medical Sciences degree. The […]
Sennheiser, the manufacturer building the future of audio, today announced that Revolution Church, a multi-campus ministry in Georgia with a 20-year history, has upgraded its main broadcast campus in Canton with Sennheiser’s Spectera bidirectional wideband wireless audio ecosystem. This upgrade has solved long-standing challenges with radio frequency (RF) density and provided a superior audio experience […]
Barco has expanded its long-standing partnerships with Sennheiser, Logitech and Huddly to support the development of certified room system bundles built around the ClickShare Hub, the company’s first room system device introduced in June 2025. The effort advances Barco’s strategy to bring the ClickShare experience to every type of meeting room and extend its reach […]
Sennheiser is celebrating its 80th anniversary with a year-end promotion on the TeamConnect Bar S, offering customers a significant discount on the company’s compact all-in-one conferencing solution. From now through Dec. 31, 2025, the TeamConnect Bar S is available for $699, reduced from its original price of $1,299. The promotion applies exclusively to the TeamConnect […]
The Sennheiser Group announced a leadership transition that will take effect Jan. 1, 2026. After more than a decade of joint leadership as Co-CEOs, Daniel and Dr. Andreas Sennheiser will take on new roles within the family-owned audio manufacturer. Daniel Sennheiser will become chairman of the board of directors, while Andreas Sennheiser will continue as […]
I sat down with Simon Holley, vice president of sales for the Americas at Sennheiser, about the company’s extended TeamConnect Bar M rebate program — a limited-time offer that gives customers a $300 rebate when purchasing the TC Bar M through an authorized U.S. reseller. We discussed why Sennheiser chose to extend the program through […]
Sennheiser announced plans to move its Americas Regional Hub to Nashville, Tennessee, by mid-2026, a move the company says will strengthen its role in the U.S. audio industry and deepen ties with customers and partners. The audio technology company, which also owns the Neumann brand, cited Nashville’s strong music and entertainment ecosystem as a key […]
Sennheiser announced the remaining dates for its 2025 Connect & Collaborate Roadshow, including events this fall and early winter. Following a spring and summer of successful stops, Sennheiser will continue its North American tour with visits to Washington, D.C. on September 9, Toronto, Ontario on September 16, and New York City on October 21. The […]
Sennheiser has released Wireless Planner, a free online tool designed to help users quickly configure its wireless microphone systems for education, corporate and live event settings. The browser-based software is tailored for customers deploying SpeechLine Digital Wireless or Evolution Wireless Digital EW-DX systems. Wireless Planner walks users through the configuration process step by step, allowing […]
