XGIMI Set to Reimagine Home Cinema Again with New Elfin Smart LED Projector

XGIMI Elfin Smart LED Projector

XGIMI Set to Reimagine Home Cinema Again with New Elfin Smart LED Projector  The new Elfin projector brings the thrill of watching movies on the big-screen to your living room with a slim, sleek, portable design made for enhanced portability and functionality The Elfin In the bedroom? Meeting room? Living room? Take Elfin with you! Elfin’s sleek and compact design is the ideal multimedia companion for whatever and wherever life takes you with style and ease. Users can play video games or stream directly from the Android TV interface in any room at any angle thanks to XGIMI’s industry-leading Vertical and Horizontal Auto Keystone Correction.

800 ANSI lumens powers FHD resolution for sharp and colorful images at up to 200” AI-powered image correction instantly finds an optimal screen size while avoiding obstacles like light switches or picture frames.

Audio-Technica Updates Flagship Wireless ATH-M50xBT Model with ATH-M50xBT2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

— ATH-M50xBT2 offers a number of updated and refined features, including beamforming microphone technology for improved vocal pickup, built-in Amazon Alexa voice assistant, multipoint Bluetooth^® pairing, updated USB-C connection, a low-latency mode, and compatibility with high-quality audio codecs —

 

STOW, OH, August 18, 2021 — Audio-Technica, a leading innovator in transducer technology for over 50 years, announces the introduction of its new ATH-M50xBT2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, the next generation of the flagship wireless iteration of its popular ATH-M50x professional monitor headphones. When A-T brought the legendary ATH-M50x studio sound into the world of personal wireless audio, they created a product that was hailed as among the best-sounding wireless headphones on the market. But they weren’t content to stop there: the ATH-M50xBT2 features a number of enhancements to improve performance and usability. The acclaimed sonic signature, however, remains unchanged.

 

The M50xBT2 delivers the same exhilarating wireless listening experience as its predecessor, offering exceptional clarity and deep, accurate bass response. Updated and enhanced features include improved vocal pickup, incorporating dual-microphone beamforming technology for clearer phone calls and communication with the built-in Amazon Alexa voice assistant; the addition of multipoint pairing to let users connect wirelessly to two Bluetooth^® devices at once; an updated USB-C connection; a low-latency mode, improving synchronicity between audio and video for smooth streaming and gaming; and compatibility with multiple audio codecs (SBC, AAC and LDAC). There’s even the option to adjust the headphone’s EQ settings, if users so choose, by making the changes in the A-T Connect app and saving the settings on the headphones themselves. Battery life is approximately 50 hours of continuous use on a full charge and up to 3 hours of use on a 10-minute rapid charge via USB-C connection.

 

The ATH-M50xBT2 retains the robust construction, proprietary 45 mm large-aperture drivers, fold-flat design with 90-degree swiveling earcups, and professional-grade earpads and headband of the ATH-M50x. Standard features include additional premium audio components such as an AK4331 advanced audio DAC and a dedicated internal headphone amp; sidetone circuitry that allows users to hear their voice in the headphones when making calls on most smartphones; convenient mute control at the simple press of a button; left earcup button control of volume/mute, music, and calls, and access to voice assistants (Amazon Alexa Built-in, Google Assistant, Siri); a “Fast Pair” feature, enabling users to quickly pair the ATH-M50xBT2 headphones with Android OS smartphones and devices with a single tap on the device; a detachable 1.2-meter (3.9-foot) cable for optional wired connection; pro-grade earpad and headband materials for long-lasting durability and comfort with an effective sound-isolating seal; and compatibility with the A-T Connect app, allowing control of the low latency mode, EQ, L/R volume balance, choice of voice assistant, misplaced headphone location, change of codecs, and more. A USB charging cable and a handy carrying pouch are also included.

 

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones will be available August 18, 2021 with U.S. MSRP pricing of $199.00. For more information, please visit www.audio-technica.com.

 

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Celebrating over 50 years of audio excellence, Audio-Technica is a recognized leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality personal and professional audio equipment. Founded in Japan in 1962 by Hideo Matsushita, the company made its name by manufacturing state-of-the-art phonograph cartridges and tonearms. Today, Audio-Technica is a worldwide group of companies devoted to creating high-performance microphones, headphones, wireless systems, mixers, turntables, phono cartridges and other electronic products.

 

A reputation for quality, durability, performance and value has made Audio-Technica products the first choice for many of today’s top musical artists and audio engineers, and for discerning listeners everywhere. Drawing from its audiophile heritage, Audio-Technica remains dedicated to providing music enthusiasts with great-sounding, innovative audio gear, including the award-winning QuietPoint^® active noise-cancelling headphones, popular ATH-M50x monitor headphones, versatile USB microphones, and new Hi-Res Audio headphones and high-fidelity gaming headsets. Learn more at www.audio-technica.com.

PRESS RELEASE: NAD Epitomizes Bold Modernity Through New Masters M10 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier

NAD Epitomizes Bold Modernity Through New Masters M10 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier

Continuing the “just add speakers” revolution started by its highly- acclaimed predecessor, the M10 V2 adds support for Dolby Digital Surround and includes an IR remote control PICKERING, ONTARIO, CANADA, AUGUST 12, 2021 -- NAD Electronics, the highly regarded manufacturer of high-performance audio/video components, announced the new and improved NAD Masters M10 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier, which continues its “just add speakers” revolution of Hi- Fi. The M10 V2 features 100 watts per channel of amplification and BluOS streaming capabilities, and adds the capability to expand with Dolby Digital Surround decoding, an enclosed IR remote control, and updated gain algorithms. It ships globally in August 2021 and will retail for US $2,749.   "The original M10 caught the industry off-guard and made audiophiles and non-audiophiles reimagine what hi-fi can and should be,” stated Cas Oostvogel, Product Manager for NAD Electronics. “The M10 V2 continues where the first left off and adds even more versatility as a two-channel or potentially a wireless home theatre system.” JUST ADD (MORE) SPEAKERS The M10 V2 includes audiophile–grade speaker terminals and two independent subwoofer jacks. Output settings for the subwoofer are easily controlled and adjusted through the BluOS Controller app. Home theatre fans can easily build a Dolby Digital Surround Sound wireless 4.0, 4.1 or 4.2 immersive home theatre system using a pair of BluOS surround-enabled wireless speakers or amplifiers. The M10 V2 is capable of transmitting to rear channels wirelessly, with very low latency, making connecting wires around the room unnecessary. TOTAL CONTROL The M10 V2 offers an abundance of control options the most captivating of which is a beautiful full- color touchscreen front panel. New to this iteration of the product is an included an IR remote control for easy access to basic audio controls and presets. Streaming music can be controlled through the BluOS app, which includes dozens of natively integrated music streaming services and thousands of Internet radio stations. The M10 V2 supports AirPlay 2, Bluetooth aptX HD, is Roon Ready, and can be used with popular voice control assistants. For smart homes, the M10 V2 can be integrated into Control4, Crestron, Lutron, and other home-automation systems, so you can control music playback, along with other home systems like lighting, shades, HVAC, and security. SMALL AND MIGHTY Bringing everything but the speakers to the hi-fi experience, the M10 V2 features audiophile-grade amplification and DAC, with built in sources and pre-amp capabilities. Featuring an upgraded 7” IPS color touchscreen, the M10V2 delivers purer colors and a wider viewing angle than its predecessor. Renowned nCore amplification technology conservatively rated at 100 watts per channel is included behind the full-color display that doubles as an intuitive touchscreen controller for volume, sources and other audio controls. The M10 V2’s updated gain algorithms allow for higher output levels with inefficient speakers. Higher gain is also included in the subwoofer outputs, which allows for a wider range of subwoofer-main speaker combinations. Its highly acclaimed ESS Sabre DAC effortlessly handles BluOS audio streams, which processes up to 24-bit/192kHz, and supports MQA and other lossless and high-resolution audio formats from streaming services such as Amazon Music Ultra HD, Deezer, Qobuz, and Tidal. ROOM FRIENDLY Created by the award-winning design firm DF-ID, the M10 V2 features a solid brushed aluminium chassis and Gorilla Glass top and front panels. The minimalist design allows for the M10 V2 to fit into any living space, With the addition of Dirac Live room correction, any listening room can achieve acoustic perfection. The enclosed calibrated microphone allows for measurement of the room’s acoustic anomalies, helping to correct peaks and dips caused by the room’s acoustics up to 500Hz (a full-bandwidth version is available through Dirac). Up to five listening profiles can be uploaded and saved to create a tailored experience if there are multiple listening positions, you have two or more channels active or want to compensate for whether or not the curtains are drawn, for example. THOROUGHLY MODERN HI-FI The NAD Masters M10 V2 epitomizes thoroughly modern hi-fi for today’s listener featuring a variety of different playback options. Through the user-friendly BluOS app, listeners are able to play music from their favorite streaming service, as well as locally stored music. The M10 V2 includes RCA analogue, optical and coaxial digital, HDMI eARC, and USB Type A inputs, to connect compact disc players, game consoles, external drives, media adapters, flat-panel displays, and other components. Two-way aptX HD Bluetooth is also featured showcasing the versatility of the M10 V2. Listeners are further able to choose their listening medium of choice such as stereo loudspeakers, wireless headphones, a surround sound setup or a multi-room set-up of up to 63 other BluOS wireless players. The NAD Masters M10 V2 BluOS Streaming amplifier is a modern system for the modern listener. Features and Details   M10 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier Wireless 4.0, 4.1 and 4.2-channel surround sound options Hybrid Digital nCore Amplifier with updated gain algorithms Continuous Power: 100W into 8/4 Ohms Dynamic Power: 160W into 8 Ohms 300W into 4 Ohms 32-bit/384kHz ESS Sabre DAC Dirac Live Room Correction IPS Color LCD display Infrared remote control handset included Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant voice control skills AirPlay 2 integration, with support for Siri Voice Assistant Roon Ready Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect Two-way Qualcomm aptX HD Bluetooth NFC Bluetooth pairing for compatible smart devices BluOS multi-room compatible Gigabit Ethernet; Wi-Fi 802.11ac (WiFi 5) HDMI eARC,USB Type A inputs Stereo line analogue and coaxial/optical digital inputs Preamp output, two independent subwoofer outputs with updated gain algorithms IR Input, 12V Trigger Out Apps for iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Crestron, Control4, RTI, URC, Elan, Lutron, iPort Wide variety of premium music services supported in BluOS app, including Amazon, Spotify, Tidal, TuneIn, Napster, Deezer, Qobuz and many others Support for all major lossless and lossy formats, including WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, AAC, MP3, Ogg Vorbis, and others MQA decoding and rendering   About NAD Electronics Founded in 1972 and now sold in over 80 countries, NAD Electronics is renowned for its award- winning line of high quality components for audio, home theatre and custom installation applications. Since the beginning, NAD’s commitment to four core values – innovation, innovation, simplicity, performance, and value – have earned it a cult-like following that catapulted it to becoming a household name amongst audiophiles and music lovers alike. To this day, the brand continues to design and manufacture some of the most acclaimed and affordable hi-fi components that include modern features and technologies meant to appeal to a new generation of audiophiles. LINKS Website: https://nadelectronics.com

Rialto & Bijou Amplifiers - In Stock and Ready to Ship!

Zone Amplifiers from AudioControl

In-Stock and Shipping NOW! The way we see it (and hear it) we aren’t just making superb home audio equipment—we’re making our customers’ lives better. Sure, the pieces we build deliver stunning, amazing audio—sound beautiful enough to make your living room pulse like a concert hall and your home theater rumble like a Hollywood studio. But it’s that loftier goal—the goal of improving lives and making people happy—that drives us and fires our passion. The Rialto 400 & 600 dramatically improve the audio quality and performance of all local audio zones, and act as a perfect solution to upgrading the performance of TV set-ups, digital audio systems like SONOS, HEOS and others, gaming set-ups as well as improving the way all speakers work in the residential and pro-audio custom market. The Bijou 600 is a first of its kind and exploits AudioControl’s renowned expertise in developing high performance amplifiers, and matches this with enhanced pre-amplifier controls and bass management capabilities in a compact, rack mountable 1U chassis that can sit in all zones across the home. The Bijou 600 fills a gap in the market for a high performing, compact amplifier/DAC with pre-amp volume control that can work as a flexible solution in additional zones, enhancing TV speaker set-ups including sound bars, improving the audio performance of multi-room digital streaming audio systems like SONOS, HEOS and others, powering speaker set ups of all types and configurations including low impedance speakers, upgrading and dramatically improving gaming and other demanding audio system requirements.

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Performance and durability are characteristics that customers have come to expect from AudioControl. Therefore, the Rialto 400, Rialto 600 and Bijou 600 amplifiers are made in the USA. Designed, engineered, assembled and tested at our factories in the Pacific Northwest, offering an unsurpassed level of reliability.

FLEXOUND will boost UNITED CINEMAS in Japan

FLEXOUND will boost UNITED CINEMAS in Japan

Moviegoers in Japan can soon enjoy premium immersive cinema sound boosted by the Finnish innovation FLEXOUND Augmented Audio™.
The Finnish FLEXOUND Augmented Audio™ has been in co-operation with the Japanese UNITED CINEMAS since the beginning of 2019, on multiple cinema projects that will be boosted by FLEXOUND Augmented Audio™ in Japan, including the FLEXOUND Pulse™ cinema sound and seat system, which was just launched this June.

UNITED CINEMAS, that currently runs 43 theaters around Japan, has chosen to work with FLEXOUND in order to provide the best possible immersive premium cinema experience to their audiences, and to bring the cinemas close to customers in a new, innovative way. FLEXOUND creates a unique, multi-sensory immersive listening experience that you can feel as well as hear. It combines full-range high-quality audio with gentle physical sound wave vibration, to add the sensation of touch to the cinematic experience.

With the new FLEXOUND Pulse™ augmented audio seats any space can be transformed into a superior, immersive soundscape and multisensory cinema, without the need for any external loudspeakers. UNITED CINEMAS is proud to be the first cinema operator in the world to announce its plans to open cinemas based on the immersive FLEXOUND Pulse™ technology and their own innovative next-generation cinema concept. 

“We are very excited about the co-operation with FLEXOUND and the opportunity to offer Japanese audiences something totally new. We believe this is an experience people will love after the long pandemic, and with FLEXOUND Pulse™ we can offer a safe, but truly entertaining and relaxing escape from the everyday stress” says Akihito Watanabe, President of UNITED CINEMAS.

“Finnish design is highly valued by the Japanese consumers and their love for entertainment and innovations is profound. From the very beginning, we found a common vision about the future of cinemas with the UNITED CINEMAS team, and are very, very happy now to finally be able to implement our common cinematic future in Japan, and to support the growth of UNITED CINEMAS,” says Mervi Heinaro, CEO of FLEXOUND.

For more information about FLEXOUND Augmented Audio™ – please visit www.flexound.com and about UNITED CINEMAS – please visit www.unitedcinemas.jp.