VUE Audiotechnik today unveiled the h-8 speaker, which uses an 8-inch transducer with a neodymium compression driver that’s capable of high frequency performance thanks to the Truextent beryllium diaphragm at its core. VUE’s SystemVUE networking technology is standard in the h-8 and that makes it possible to connect one or more h-8’s with any VUE […]
Atlas Sound’s family of line array speakers sold and marketed under the Atlas A-line Acoustics brand have made their European debut. Atlas A-Line Acoustics has developed a line of products ideally suited for a diverse variety of venues including arenas, amphitheaters, parks, nightclubs and houses of worship. The company holds multiple patents, including the EZAL […]
The VTX F Series from HARMAN’s JBL group is a line of two-way multi-purpose loudspeakers for JBL’s VTX Series line arrays. The F Series includes three models: the F12 and F15 full-range loudspeakers and the F18S subwoofer. The VTX F12 and F15 loudspeakers feature the large-format JBL D2 dual diaphragm dual driver employed in the […]
Behringer has announced two new Eurolive active loudspeakers, the B110D and B108D, which are aimed at live sound, portable PA, monitor wedge and house of worship applications. Claiming 300 watts of two-way Class-D output power, the B110D (10″) and B108D (8″) speaker systems have balanced XLR Mic/TRS line input, dedicated volume control and Clip LED. […]
At CES 2014, Ocean Way Audio is introducing its Montecito reference loudspeaker system, marketed as the next step forward for the company’s acclaimed AS1 loudspeaker. The three-way Montecito uses a 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter with an aluminum voice coil that is encased in ferrofluid, which Ocean Way claims yields increased power handling capability and dampens […]
THIEL Audio announced at CES this week the introduction of the TM3 two-way bookshelf loudspeaker. THIEL says the TM3 offers a reimagined industrial design that emphasizes what it labels as “modern lines.” Priced at $2,999 per pair, the TM3 is packaged in a multi-ply wood enclosure. The two-way design utilizes a 6.5-inch cast basket woofer […]
MSE Audio, the parent company of SoundTube Entertainment, has acquired Soundsphere, a Connecticut-based manufacturer of omnidirectional speakers and speaker systems. Founded in 1976, Soundsphere is best known for its ceiling-mounted, globe-shaped omnidirectional speakers. These speakers produce a wide, diffuse sound field and are installed in a broad variety of applications including offices, government facilities, warehouses […]
PreSonus is now shipping its new StudioLive AI-series (Active Integration) Loudspeakers — the new line includes the full-range StudioLive 312AI, 315AI, and 328AI and the StudioLive 18sAI subwoofer. StudioLive AI-series speakers incorporate Fulcrum Acoustics’ TQ Temporal Equalization algorithms that supposedly eliminate horn reflections and to correct linear time and amplitude anomalies in coaxial systems. Collaborating […]
PreSonus is now shipping its ultra-compact Eris E4.5 studio reference monitor/speaker, the third model in the Eris series of two-way monitor speakers. The monitor features a 4.5-inch, Kevlar low-frequency transducer, a 1-inch (25 millimeter), silk-dome, high-frequency tweeter and a rear bass-reflect port. Each speaker is powered by a 250-watt Class AB amplifier-plenty of juice for […]
Extron’s new SoundField SF 26X is a two-way ceiling speaker featuring an open back and coaxial dual driver design for use in non-plenum airspace environments. The driver includes a 6.5″ (16.5 cm) woofer coupled to a 3/4″ (1.9 cm) ferrofluid-cooled dome tweeter. The SF 26X provides a frequency range of 50 Hz to 20 kHz […]
Community Professional Loudspeakers has expanded its Distributed Design Series of ceiling, surface mount and pendant loudspeakers with the new DP8 Pendant. Available in paintable white or black, the DP8 is an 8-inch coaxial loudspeaker with a tapered style designed to be used in modern open-architecture environments like restaurants, lounges, hotels, ballrooms, convention centers, etc. integrating […]
TruAudio has created a 4-inch version of its Ghost line of in-ceiling speakers that match the exact diameter of standard can lights. Ghost in-ceiling speakers include a magnetic grill that has a mere 2 millimeter reveal. By matching recessed can lighting, the Ghost is less noticeable as a speaker. TruAudio says this product was created […]
Audience today announced that it is now shipping its ClairAudient 1+1 loudspeaker. The ClairAudient 1+1 is a bi-pole (front- and rear-radiating) design in a high gloss black multi-angled enclosure with rosewood sides. The Audience A3-S driver is 3 inches in diameter but has a frequency response from 50Hz to 22kHz (depending on room placement). The company claims that it eliminates […]
HARMAN’s JBL Professional today announced the introduction of its 9320 Cinema Surround loudspeaker, a large-format loudspeaker designed for high power handling, extended bass response and wide dynamic range in professional cinema applications. The two-way JBL 9320 features a 12-inch MB12-8 low-frequency driver and 2408H-1 high-frequency compression driver. The large JBL Progressive Transition rotatable waveguide ensures […]
M&K Sound’s new flagship speaker is the S300 SERIES, which at 15.5×13.4×13.0” is the company’s largest speaker to date. Specs include a frequency response of 60 Hz – 25 kHz, ±3dB and 500 watts of power. It weighs 40 pounds. This speaker is aimed at the high-end home audio enthusiast since it’s THX ULTRA2 certified. […]
Genelec is debuting its new G Two Active Loudspeaker, part of the new Genelec G Series of Active Loudspeakers. Aimed at HomeAV applications but good for digital signage too, the G Two (Woofer 4″ + Tweeter 3/4″) joins three other models in the series: G One (Woofer 3″ + Tweeter 3/4″), G Three (Woofer 5″ […]
The new Sigma Series of loudspeakers from dB Technologies is a new portable audio system for live sound that the company says can be set up quickly and can be easily tweaked after rigging. The Sigma Series features new custom speaker components designed exclusively for the series by RCF, as well as the latest generation […]
Crestron is introducing a new series of AIR Landscape Speakers (LS4T and LS6T) and In-ground Subwoofer (IGS82T). The AIR family is weather- and water-proof, featuring either 4” or 6.5” coaxial drivers with built-in 70/100V transformers. The speakers can be attached to a post or wall, or staked directly into the ground. The Landscape Speakers, sold […]
Stealth Acoustics’ new StingRay 6 is the smallest member of the Stingray family at only 15” wide and less than 4” in depth. Like the larger StingRay 8, the Stingray 6 utilizes Stealth’s proprietary FidelityGlass solid-front radiating surface and carries an environmental protection rating of IP-68 (as measured to IEC), which ensures the StingRay’s internal […]
KEF will launch at CEDIA the X300A Wireless Digital Hi-Fi Speaker System, which is basically a wireless version of the company’s X300A desktop speakers. This speaker system is capable of streaming via Airplay or DLNA from Apple or Android devices and includes four dedicated amplifiers (two per speaker), two discrete DACs and a high resolution […]
Christie’s new LA3C line array ceiling surround and Christie LA3S line array surround speakers are part of the Christie Vive Audio cinema sound solution that was announced in July. Featuring the combination of ribbon driver technology and a unique parabolic line array design in a single compact cabinet, Christie says the additional speakers deliver exceptionally […]
The AXYS Intellivox ADC Mark II range is intended for use in 70v/100v Public Address and Voice Alarm (PA/VA) systems. AXYS says the ADC range has been designed to maximize listening comfort and provide highly intelligible speech reproduction even within difficult reverberant spaces. Each array consists of 6 carefully aligned 4” full range loudspeakers housed […]
Bryston this month introduced a new series of loudspeakers designed to complement its Model T line. Bryston says the new Model A series leverages the same design principals as the Model T, with a focus toward “minimizing distortion and compression during music and home theater playback applications.” The new Model A series offers newly designed […]
French-based HiFi speaker manufacturer Waterfall Audio has introduced what it’s calling its “reference loudspeaker” in the form of the Niagara Platinum, which is housed in a special all-glass cabinet. The Niagara Platinum edition will make its debut at CEDIA in Denver and it will be distributed by Nouveau Distributing of Dallas, Tex. The Niagara Platinum […]
Extron’s new SM 26 SpeedMount Surface Mount Speaker is a two-way speaker with a patent pending, concealed wall mounting system. It features a 6.5″ (16.5 cm) woofer with dual tuned ports and a 1″ (2.5 cm) tweeter. The SM 26 provides wide frequency response from 70 Hz to 18 kHz, and a power rating of […]
Extron’s new SpeedMount Ceiling Speaker System — a patented low profile, plenum rated two-piece ceiling tile speaker system — is now shipping. The CS 1226T SpeedMount speaker system features a unique design that Extron says greatly simplifies ceiling speaker installation and delivers significant time and cost savings. The two-piece system consists of the CS 120P […]
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Today Niles launched the industry’s first in-wall soundbar, called the CynemaSoundfield, that the company says can be perfectly centered under flat-panel displays without the hassle of cutting or drilling wall studs. The Cynema Soundfield system is available in three active models and one passive model in lengths of 48, 55 and 65 inches — paralleling today’s most popular display sizes. […]