Softpedia News - Professional Audio

Barix Intros the Extrastreamer P5, Audio over IP Solution

Softpedia News (Sorin Nita) — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:43:00 GMT

Although not many of you are familiar with the Barix name, the Swiss company is behind some of the most advanced IP control and communication solutions available, its product portfolio just gaining a new member, namely the Exstreamer P5 amplified IP decoder, that can turn almost any 8-ohm speaker into an IP speaker solution.

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MartinLogan Goes Stealthy with New Line of Installation Speakers

Softpedia News (Sorin Nita) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 07:42:00 GMT

While most audiophiles will settle for your “regular” top of the line audios setups, there are those that require a higher degree of integration for their speakers, so MartinLogan just announced a new line of in-wall and in-ceiling, architectural speakers, specially designed to cater to the most demanding users out the... (read more)

Meet Kitara, The Digital Guitar of the Future

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 09:28:00 GMT

From time to time, we happen to come across certain devices that seem to be taken right out some Sci-Fi movie portraying a sort of cyber-punk future, and that's exactly the case with the device you'll read about as follows, namely the Kitara from Misa Digital Instruments.

After previewing the concept of a digital guitar earlier this year (... (read more)

Vapor Audio Cirrus Stand-Mounted Speakers Are Exquisite, Expensive

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 12:37:00 GMT

While there are quite a few speakers out there that target an audiophile audience (compared to the number of speakers going for mainstream customers, that is), most of them are, in fact, quite expensive, and that's also the case with the Vapor Audio Cirrus speakers, that combine a great external design with really impressive audi... (read more)

John Curl Designed Parasound Halo JC3 Phono Preamp Is Available Now

Softpedia News (Sorin Nita) — Thu, 9 Dec 2010 13:18:00 GMT

It is not so often that a product manages to achieve cult status as it was the case with the Vendetta Research SCP2B phono preamplifier regarded by many audiophiles the best such product around although almost 20 years have passed since its introductions, but the Halo JC3 phone preamplifier has all the chances to achieve such n... (read more)

Sunfire Adds Three Budget Subwoofers to Its Lineup

Softpedia News (Sorin Nita) — Mon, 6 Dec 2010 12:11:01 GMT

Sunfire announced the worldwide introduction of its powerful, yet budget-friendly Dynamic Series of subwoofers that are able to deliver up to 600 Watts of peak power and an impressive bass line for the most demanding home theater setups out there.

Available in three different sizes, ranging from 8-inch to 12-inch, these subwoofers ca... (read more)

Wisdom to Roll Out Flagship Speakers, Starting at $30,000

Softpedia News (Sorin Nita) — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:17:00 GMT

When it comes to over the top audio systems Wisdom is one of the most respected names in the industry, so their new series of modular high-powered LS speakers, consisting of the LS2 and LS3 solutions, will surely send shivers down the spines of audiophiles everywhere.

Priced at an respectable $30,000 and $40,000, the new... (read more)

New MicroPro ER•4PT Earphones From Etymotic Target Audio Professionals

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 14:25:00 GMT

Etymotic brought forth quite a few pairs of high-end earphones over the past couple of years, and now the company's back with yet another very interesting offering, namely the MicroPro Series ER•4PT earphones, designed for the professional sound engineer and audiophile.

Based on Etymotic's ACCU•Technolog... (read more)

New Olive O6HD Music Server Targets an Audiophile Audience

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:11:01 GMT

Audiophiles are a breed apart among music lovers, since they typically only go for high-end components capable of delivering only pristine audio, that will provide a supreme listening experience in just about any condition.

And this is exactly the very demanding segment Olive Media targets with its latest music server for hom... (read more)

StudioBLADE and iKeyDOCK Music Keyboard Workstations Released by Music Computing

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 19:41:01 GMT

We don't get the chance of checking out some professional-grade music-making instruments too often, but when we do, they're usually pretty terrific, and, in fact, that's exactly the case with the two keyboard workstations you'll read about as follows, namely the StudioBLADE and iKeyDOCK, both released by a company ... (read more)

Gibson Firebird X Limited Edition Electric Guitar Will Help You Make Some Sweet Music

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Tue, 2 Nov 2010 13:27:00 GMT

While we're not really specialized in the field of musical instruments, we can't really let a very cool one go by without saying a few words about it, and that's exactly the case with one of the latest electric guitars coming from famous guitar manufacturer Gibson, namely the Firebird X, that has just been unv... (read more)

Panasonic Kills the Technics Analog Turntables

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 09:01:00 GMT

It really seems that we're seeing the latest remnants of the analog age being killed one at a time by the companies that still manufactured them, thus marking the final and inexorable transition to the digital age, to a world where everything is stored in files saved onto various types of memory modules, rather than actual, physical media, such as ... (read more)

EarSonics SM3 Deliver Sweet Audio in the US As Well

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 07:12:00 GMT

Coming across a pair of headphones that really provide good quality sound in all conditions is not exactly a very easy task these days, but those of you who really want to benefit from such an audio product should turn their attention to the EarSonics SM3 in-ear-monitors, that deliver quite an audio oomph...and then some.

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Aperion Unleashes the Power of the Verus Grand Home Theater Speakers

Softpedia News (Alex Vochin) — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 08:17:00 GMT

If you're the type of person who loves to surround himself/herself with high-fidelity, crisp and powerful audio systems, then you'll simply love the audio solution we'll talk about as follows, namely the Verus Grand Home Theater Speakers, developed by Aperion Audio.

According to the manufacturer, the Verus 5.0 home ... (read more)

The Fender 57 Champ Custom Amp - Tweed Is Back

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:01:00 GMT

If you know one or two things about guitars and rock'n'roll, then the Fender 57 Champ Custom amp should bring up memories and thrills. This legendary guitar amp is one of the iconic elements of the late 50's and has been one of the key elements to help rock'n'roll emerge into the world's most favorite music. From Johnny Cash to modern guitarists like... (read more)

The Reference-Class Sennheiser HD 800 Headphones

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:00:00 GMT

World-famous audio equipment manufacturer Sennheiser has showcased its latest in the field of high-end, audiophile, reference-grade headphones, the HD 800. Building on the legendary craftsmanship and audio research, the new Sennheiser headset promises a top-grade listening with whatever goes through your mind: TV, SACDs, Blu-Ray discs, vinyl rec... (read more)

The New Carvin Steve Vai Legacy II Guitar Amps

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:50:00 GMT

If you've heard about modern rock, then the name of Steve Vai should be no news for you, as he's one of the greatest guitar players in modern history. Now, it's quite possible that you didn't know that Carvin is one of the top-shelf names in the guitar amplifier industry also endorsing Steve Vai. Nevertheless, you'll now learn that it has created a... (read more)

The Alesis Master Control Studio Interface

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:46:00 GMT

Alesis has announced its latest in the field of control surfaces, in the body of the Master Control Studio Interface, a piece of prosumer class audio gear that will help you work better with your audio and do more complex recording and mixing with ease. In fact, the Alesis Master Control Studio Interface is a mixture between a recording interface and a... (read more)

Maestro, the New High-End Speakers from Acoustic Zen

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 17:41:03 GMT

If you're into high-end audio gear, then the newest release from Acoustic Zen should raise your interest. It goes by the name of Maestro (indeed, not one of the newest things in the industry) and it is a very expensive piece of technology. Obviously, this high price was also caused by the fact that the Maestro is the flagship loudspeaker in Ac... (read more)

Infinite Response VAX77, the Fold&Carry Keyboard

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:21:01 GMT

Everybody playing in some sort of band knows how hard it is to constantly carry your gear wherever you might happen to have a gig. Guitars and guitar amps, drum hardware, the bass guitar and some effects, they can easily fill your van (if you have one). Moreover, when you think you are ready to go, you might just look around and learn that there i... (read more)

Hot and New Lexicon IONIX USB Recording Interfaces

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:02:00 GMT

Lexicon, a sound processing device manufacturer of worldwide fame, has announced the launching of three new USB recording interfaces, which will take desktop recording to a new level: the IONIX U22, U42S and U82S. Destined to contribute more functionality to your desktop-based recoding interfaces, these three new gadgets will also bring forth t... (read more)

The Numark Total DJ in a Box

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:01:00 GMT

Whether you're a young, beginning DJ and you are looking forward to buy some nifty gear or a pro DJ in search for a more portable mixing solution to replace your heavy gadgets, the Total DJ in a Box pack from world-famous manufacturer Numark can definitely be your tool of choice. This set has been created to let you perform as you like, without the limitations usual... (read more)

Nocturn, a New Control Surface from Novation

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Tue, 2 Dec 2008 09:36:00 GMT

If you're a DJ in search of an affordable mixing solution that would not leave a burning hole in your budget and could also easily fit in your laptop bag, the Nocturn from Novation Music might be among the elite choices. Or, if you're a guy who likes to record at home, it is equally suitable thanks to its enhanced functionality, ease of use and excell... (read more)

The M-Audio Luna II Microphone Finally Shipping

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 22:41:02 GMT

The Luna microphone series from M-Audio has just received a new member in the body of the Luna II; and this new piece of high-class audio gear is also close to the first shipping (hence the news). If you're looking for a no-nonsense large-diaphragm microphone and are also on a relatively tight budget, then this new one might be what you were after... (read more)

Feature, a New Loudspeaker from Martin Logan

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:09:00 GMT

Martin Logan have recently announced the launching of their newest speaker, codenamed "Feature," a self-powered unit that can be used in a multitude of ways around the house. Feature from Martin Logan continues the traditional building methods and brings forth the same acclaimed electrostatic speaker technology that made Martin Logan products famous a... (read more)

Hegel Celebrating the 10th Anniversary with Gear to Bury Your Budget

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:21:02 GMT

Hegel Music Systems are celebrating their 10th anniversary with the release of two new pieces of audiophile high-class audio technology in the bodies of the P10 preamplifier and the H10 power amplifier. Now, it's obvious where the "10" in their names comes from; yet, the looks of these two new gadgets are nothing new &nda... (read more)

Soulution CD-740 to Let You Know How $60,000 Sound

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 10:15:00 GMT

Here's another piece of ultra-high technology that will be a serious blast on the budget of any audiophile: the CD-740 from Soulution, a stunning piece of high-end audio technology, meant to let you get the best possible sound from your CD or SACD collection. Despite the fact the CDs are slowly starting to disa... (read more)

Clean Your CDs in Style with the Audio Desk CD Cleaner

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:21:02 GMT

CDs are optical media storage solutions and optical means light. Now, it's common knowledge that light gets along very well with clear materials with clean surfaces; and when it comes to light passing through objects, such properties are crucial. CDs obey these laws and keeping their surface clean is a must. Scratches and dents can compromi... (read more)

Audio Desk's CD Sound Improver Is a Lathe for Your CDs

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 07:37:00 GMT

In case you're the kind of guys who know one or two things about how music should sound, then you know that nothing is (and unfortunately won't be) perfect, not even CDs, which are "round" by nature. Now, in the discerning audiophile world, the less-than-round shape of a CD produces a wobble when it comes to spinning the dis... (read more)

Cool and Expensive: the $56,000 4-Arm Turntable

Softpedia News (Florin Tibu) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:09:00 GMT

We won't quarrel over the subjects diehard audiophiles use to almost fight upon but we must definitely say that the tool we are about to introduce to you is one thing you (and many more) don't meet everyday: a turntable with no less than 4 independent arms, boasting some of the most expensive gear around and of course, retailing for a forkload of ... (read more)