Tag Archives: Audio

Pro-Ject aims for playback detail with X8 True Balanced Connection turntable

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For the past few years, sales of vinyl records have been on the rise, prompting many new listeners to search for quality turntables. Austrian hi-fi gear maker Pro-Ject has announced its first turntable to feature “True Balanced Connection” technology f… Continue reading Pro-Ject aims for playback detail with X8 True Balanced Connection turntable→

DJI flies into vlog territory with clip-on microphone system

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Drone maker DJI has announced its first dedicated audio recording system, the DJI Mic. The portable package comes with two microphone transmitters, a wireless receiver and a charging case and is reckoned ideal for “shooting a vlog, interviews or any ki… Continue reading DJI flies into vlog territory with clip-on microphone system→

Hand-held groove maker simplifies music creation using real-world sounds

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Japan’s Sonicware has developed a hand-held groove machine for folks who create music using sounds from the world around them. The SmplTrek is a battery-powered sonic sampler with a built-in sequencer that can also serve as an audio interface for live … Continue reading Hand-held groove maker simplifies music creation using real-world sounds→

Spiders found to extend their hearing by using webs as giant audio arrays

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We know spider silk carries some amazing capabilities, with its light weight, incredible elasticity and a status as one of nature’s strongest materials. Scientists have made another extraordinary discovery in this area, finding that orb-weaving spiders… Continue reading Spiders found to extend their hearing by using webs as giant audio arrays→