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Sony has launched the ECM-AX10, a USB-C microphone for smartphones that records spatial, binaural and stereo audio, aimed at vloggers and mobile filmmakers.
JBL's updated 3 Series MKIII line brings Class D amplification, redesigned drivers and one-touch room correction to powered monitors shipping now in several regions and reaching North America in January 2027.
Sontronics has released the SOLO W2, a supercardioid dynamic microphone capsule designed for compatible Sennheiser handheld wireless transmitters. The capsule is intended for live vocals and speech, the company said.…
KLANG:technologies has released KOS 6.1, an operating system and app update that gives every mix its own reverb and adds a safety limiter and ambience ducker to KLANG:kontroller, according to Mix Online.
West Yorkshire hire company 3D Productions has purchased two Quantum 326s and two Quantum 225 DS consoles from Solotech to expand its theatrical and live production rental inventory.
A Polish venue upgraded its main auditorium with Alcons Audio pro-ribbon loudspeakers, configured by distributor Aplauz to handle diverse programming from rock concerts to theater.
d&b audiotechnik's new MVR Exchange feature for ArrayCalc enables cross-discipline production workflow integration using the open MVR standard.
November 2026 – The Box at Freespace, in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District, is the largest black box theater in the city and the least fixed. It holds 950…
AEA Ribbon Mics has released Behind the Ribbon | The AEA Story, a new documentary exploring the history of the ribbon microphone and the people whose knowledge and craftsmanship have helped preserve and advance the technology for today’s musicians and engineers. The film is available…
London's Royal Albert Hall has installed more than 140 new d&b audiotechnik loudspeaker elements featuring KSL, XSL and CCL arrays with 40D and D90 amplification, replacing portions of a 2018 distributed system while retaining existing infrastructure positions.
1 Inaugural TEC Tracks Live Sound Summit Comes to The 2027 NAMM Show Educational summit expands show opportunities for live sound professionals Carlsbad, CA — November 2, 2026 — The 2027 NAMM…
Berlin manufacturer HEDD Audio has launched the TYPE 40 Main three-way active monitor and a modular XTD bass extension platform, available now through selected partners at $7,499 and $6,999 per unit respectively.
Texas megachurch expanded its in-ear monitoring with two KLANG:vokal+ units and 24 mixes, supplied through Paragon 360, alongside new DiGiCo consoles.
Yamaha will present six hands-on workshops featuring its new DM5 Series digital mixing consoles at AES Show Nashville, covering signal architecture, workflow, processing, loudspeaker dispersion and audio plugins for live sound professionals.
Please find the latest news from Neumann below regarding the expansion of the MCM Clip Mic System with the KK 15 Supercardioid Capsule and MCM 115 Instrument Sets for live…
HK Audio has introduced the POLAR 15 MK2, an active column PA system with a 15-inch subwoofer, built-in four-channel mixer, Bluetooth 5.0 and integrated M20 mounting point, expanding the company's portable PA lineup for retailers and live-sound users.
Violet Audio's new object-based spatial audio application brings immersive mixing to the dMix 128 digital console, available through U.S. pro audio retailers.
L-Acoustics has supplied L2 and L2D loudspeakers for Casino de Espinho's Salão Atlântico in Portugal, with Certified Provider SLS handling design and installation to support the 550-capacity hall's varied event schedule.
Shenzhen Maono Technology introduced the G3, a Windows-focused desktop audio mixer and XLR interface priced at $99.99, targeting streamers and content creators.
d&b audiotechnik has installed a new sound system at Sibelius Hall in Lahti, Finland, according to Installation International. The venue, which opened in 2000, hosts hundreds of events annually, including classical music performances and amplified productions. The upgrade was implemented to resolve issues with the prior system's ability to consistently reproduce sound across
AEA has introduced a limited-edition pink version of its NUVO N8 ribbon microphone in partnership with Women’s Audio Mission. The company announced the model for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. AEA…
East LA manufacturer Ohma World launched the Ohmie, a $349 transformer-less cardioid condenser offering two polarisation voltage settings from standard phantom power, sold through its website and dealer network.
A.C. Entertainment Technologies will stock Nexo touring, installation and portable PA systems at its Leeds facility, expanding dealer and integrator access across the UK.
ETC has released Hog OS v5.3, a software update for its Hog lighting console family that adds a graphical framing shutter tool, touch-based window resizing, and support for up to two Tour Wing playback wings.
Sennheiser, Neumann and Berlin music platform HÖR will create a multi-room cultural hub at Amsterdam Dance Event 2026, showcasing professional audio products through livestreams, listening sessions and workshops.
IAG has appointed URE Marketing as its exclusive US distribution, sales and marketing partner for Wharfedale Pro and QUAD Industrial, Installation reported.
Roland's licensed collaboration with Square Enix brings a themed dual-bus gaming mixer to retail at $329.99 starting December 2026.
Holovis has deployed six Panasonic PT-RZ24K laser projectors and KV2 Audio loudspeakers to create a 1,300sqm immersive dome experience at Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth, UK, according to Installation.
Gearnews rounds up 2026 headphone releases from sE Electronics, Sennheiser, LEWITT, Steven Slate Audio and Audeze, highlighting closed-back, open-back and wireless designs with implications for studio and live sound retail.
Integrator Tateside deployed loudspeakers, microphones and hearing loop systems from multiple manufacturers across worship spaces in a west London development.
IK Multimedia has released ARC Studio+, a hardware room correction processor with standalone calibration, automatic subwoofer integration, and digital I/O, priced from $399.99.
ART Pro Audio, a division of Yorkville Sound, has introduced the Vinyl Mix phono preamp and switcher. The unit was designed by the Yorkville engineering team in Canada. The Vinyl…
On behalf of Sony Electronics, we are excited to announce the launch of the ECM-W5 wireless microphone system, designed to give video creators greater freedom, reliability, and control over their…
Australian production company Harry the hirer Productions purchased 24 JBL Professional VTX A8 line array elements, 20 B18 subwoofers and four Crown VRack amplifier systems from distributor MadisonAV after a warehouse comparison and live event trial, according to ProSoundWeb.
Windmark Beach Church, a Panama City, Florida campus of Hiland Park Baptist Church, recently upgraded its audio capabilities with a new sound reinforcement system featuring Martin Audio loudspeakers. The installation was managed by systems integration firm S&L Integration, addressing the sanctuary’s unique acoustic challenges.
The November 2026 audioXpress issue covers Sennheiser's HD 480 Pro closed-back headphones, Total Sonics' Total Cal multichannel calibration platform, and JBL's professional-era history, with implications for pro audio manufacturers and retailers.
Ballistica Ltd is now offering Novox audio products to UK dealers, launching with two USB microphones and a wireless system aimed at podcasters, streamers and content creators, according to the Music Industries Association.
Areal's hardware processor converted stereo DJ content into immersive spatial sound for Arcadia's 360-degree L-Acoustics rig at Forbidden Forest, addressing phase and coverage challenges.
The $849.95 OctaLite brings eight mic/line/instrument inputs, onboard DSP and ADAT expansion to a compact USB-C interface aimed at project studios and live use.
HK Audio has introduced a new modular speaker system designed for professional sound reinforcement environments. The ELEMENTS MK2 features a German-built architecture that adapts to different room requirements through its scalable design. This speaker utilizes a 90-degree horizontal dispersion pattern to deliver uniform coverage throughout the audience area. A specialized phase plug sound guide ensures
Wharfedale Pro has appointed Bogotá-based Sonorizamos FMT S.A.S. as its distributor for Colombia, bringing the UK manufacturer's loudspeakers, amplifiers and system solutions to the Colombian professional audio market.
Cambridge, Massachusetts manufacturer MOTU has launched the OctaLite, a half-rack USB audio interface targeting recordists needing portable multi-input capability.
Eastern Acoustic Works' AC6 ADAPTive column loudspeakers anchor a new installation at St. Jude's Catholic Church in Southern California, eliminating a center cluster, improving coverage uniformity and offering modular redundancy, according to a case study from EAW.
The free web-based tool guides venue owners and integrators through six questions to recommend multi-zone control, amplification and loudspeakers from the Optimal Audio ecosystem.
Brooklyn venue moves from D-Mitri to Nadia processing, adds Galileo Galaxy 816 and Spacemap Go under a five-year partnership with the loudspeaker manufacturer.
Shure's updated USB gaming mic adds enhanced noise reduction, auto level controls and a white color option for first-time dedicated mic buyers.
The Box at Trilith LIVE in Fayetteville, Georgia, has opened with a d&b audiotechnik Soundscape 180° system featuring SL-Series and A-Series loudspeakers, supplied by 3G Productions and designed by Threshold Acoustics.
EastWest's new scoring instrument bundles 300-plus preconfigured Scores and 1,000-plus Presets using 164 instruments from EastWest and Sonuscore, available October 29, 2026.
Dutch startup RESONIKS has released the MPK801, a €1,170 Ethernet-connected measurement microphone with 20Hz–80kHz bandwidth and onboard calibration, targeting industrial acoustic inspection and machine-learning applications.
Audio-Technica has revived the ATM25 hypercardioid dynamic instrument microphone, a model initially launched in 1983. According to reporting by Mixonline, the microphone is crafted to deliver a precise recording of high-sound-pressure-level s when positioned near the instrument. The ATM25 is particularly well-suited for capturing the sound of kick drums, although it can also
