In this August 2026 issue of audioXpress, there’s so much to discover. Inspire Your Next Product Development Strategy: Start reading now! audioxpress.com/news/audioxp...

Thomas Perazella shares his tests with a listening panel to assess differences between vinyl records and digital music files. And Dan Fraser expands on his notes about designing an updated Dynaco ST-70 Series 3 tube amplifier, as David Hafler would have made it. audioxpress.com/news/audioxp...

Richard Honeycutt explains why Acoustical Planning is crucial in designing venues, and Ethan Winer offers a low-cost project for Balanced Wiring and Active Ground Loop Isolation. audioxpress.com/news/audioxp...

Oliver A. Masciarotte recaps the incredible level of activity at AXPONA 2026 with select highlights in his Show Report. Philipp Paul Klose reviews the Marenius MICAMP M-32, a 32-channel microphone amplifier, and the Sonarworks SoundID Reference Virtual Monitoring PRO. audioxpress.com/news/audioxp...

audioXpress August 2026 is now available! In this issue of audioXpress, Roger Shively writes about Automotive Audio and SDV architectures, and Casey Ng (Cadence) writes about AI signal processing on audio products. And much more. audioxpress.com/news/audioxp...

Advanced Driver Distraction Warning (ADDW) systems are now required across the EU market for all new vehicles sold or registered from 7 July 2026, making direct driver monitoring a standard safety technology. audioxpress.com/news/driver-... #advanceddriverassistance #userinterface #automotiveaudio

#TheAudioVoice 567: Mark Driedger shares his thoughts on Igor S. Popovich’s book series on Audiophile Vacuum Tube Amplifiers. And Vance Dickason explores the SB Audience ROSSO 75CDN-T neodymium motor and titanium diaphragm compression driver with the H280 70°×50° horn. x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/uix1p1EU...

#TheAudioVoice 567: An article by David Jeon (Senior Director of Engineering, HARMAN Embedded Audio) about the challenges of sub-5cc systems in modern audio product categories. Lessons learned from more than 20 years of engineering and product development experience. x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/uix1p1EU...

#TheAudioVoice 567: Harman Embedded Audio and the Challenges of Designing Microspeaker Systems in Sub-5cc Enclosures. A product development perspective informed by more than a decade of navigating the shift to ultra-integrated micro-systems. #AlltheAudioNewsthatMatter x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/uix1p1EU...

Focal announced the Scala Utopia Evo M, which the French manufacturer describes as “a major evolution of an iconic model” in the Utopia loudspeaker range, and “a new chapter” in the company’s history. audioxpress.com/news/new-foc... #carboncomposite #loudspeakerdesign #loudspeakermaterials

#TheAudioVoice 566: Jonny McClintock shares how AntennaWare’s BodyWave is disrupting the antenna. And Vance Dickason characterizes a 6.5” Midrange from Audio Technology, the Danish company founded in 1990 by Ejvind Skanning and his son Per Skaaning. x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/_lF17pHM... #audioXpress

#TheAudioVoice 566: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Audio Circuits with QSPICE. Simulation is used in all areas of audio design, but specific guidance on how to best use it for audio is scarce. Essential answers from Mike Engelhardt. x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/_lF17pHM... #audioXpress

#TheAudioVoice 566: Mike Engelhardt answers frequently asked questions about QSPICE. audioXpress received several questions and comments to the creator of the QSPICE simulation suite, which we expanded with a few of our own. #AlltheAudioNewsthatMatter x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/_lF17pHM... #AudioDevelopment

Syntiant announced a collaboration with Vibe, a provider of contextual AI workspace solutions, to explore and develop next-generation voice-enabled products designed for professional productivity in real-world environments. audioxpress.com/news/syntian... #voicerecognition #machinelearning

MISCO and Warkwyn Expand Global Presence with Launch of Warkwyn Japan and New Partnership with Klippel MISCO, through its Warkwyn North America division, announced the launch of Warkwyn Japan, a new acoustical test and measurement organization based in Tokyo. audioxpress.com/news/misco-a...

Voice Coil July 2026 is now available! Vance Dickason characterizes the NERO-5CCN125D 5” Pro Midrange from SB Audience, the 121XR-X8 12” Pro Sound Woofer from REDCATT, and the EC30MP-4 Ceramic Dome Tweeter from Dayton Audio.

#TheAudioVoice 565: George Ntanavaras details the LNA-100, a low noise amplifier with filters and a RMS voltmeter. Another great DIY project. And James Croft reviews a Diaphragm Ported Tweeter, a second patent of the concept awarded to Alexander B Ralph. Enjoy and Share. x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/uUMnr4jr...

The Audio Voice 565: Here’s a selection of images and stories from High End Vienna. Naturally, highlighting the International Parts+Supply (IPS) and Audio & Loudspeaker Technologies International (ALTI) Pavilion area of the show. x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/uUMnr4jr... #AllTheAudioNewsThatMatter

Onsemi to Acquire Synaptics: A Highly Consequential Combination for Consumer Electronics, Automotive, and the Audio Industry The Synaptics acquisition is the largest deal in Onsemi's history and carries substantial implications for the audio industry. audioxpress.com/news/onsemi-...

#theaudiovoice 565: Notes and Select Highlights from High End 2026. The Vienna show was intense, with an impressive number of product and technology launches. Here’s a selection of images and stories. #AlltheAudioNewsthatMatter x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/uUMnr4jr... #audioinnovations #audioXpress

Oxeon AB to Expand TeXtreme Colored Composite Options Following Acquisition Oxeon AB announced the acquisition of Hypetex CAM, a London-based colored advanced materials specialist. audioxpress.com/news/oxeon-a... #compositematerials #carbonfiber #speakerdrivers

Berlin-based DSPecialists has announced a distribution agreement with Synthax, Inc. for HARVEY products in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Synthax is the distributor for RME, Auvitran, Digigram, Appsys Audio, Ferrofish, Marian, and ALVA cableware in the region. audioxpress.com/news/synthax...

Sonos Partners with Škoda to Bring Premium Sound to All-New Electric Vehicle Sonos announced a partnership with Škoda for the brand’s new flagship electric vehicle, Škoda Peaq. audioxpress.com/news/sonos-p... #caraudio #electricvehicles #soundtuning

#theaudiovoice 564: George Ntanavaras shares the design and construction of the MF-100, a low-noise microphone preamplifier designed for audio measurements. And James Croft reviews a Ported Cavity Tweeter patent. x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/h6Fwj9X9... #AlltheAudioNewsThatMatter #audioinnovations #audioXpress

#theaudiovoice 564: High End 2026 in Vienna will be positively remembered by everyone. Exhibitors, engineering services companies, and parts and technology suppliers were very pleased with the contacts made and the show’s dynamic environment. x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/h6Fwj9X9... #AlltheAudioNewsThatMatter

#theaudiovoice 564: Vienna High End Show. The Market and the Strategy for a very successful trade show. How can it evolve? Can High End show the model to expand high-quality audio to new consumers? #AlltheAudioNewsthatMatter x4gwm.mjt.lu/nl3/h6Fwj9X9... #audioinnovations #audioXpress

HEAD acoustics ArtemiS Suite 18.0 Adds New Analysis Methods and More Automation HEAD acoustics introduced ArtemiS Suite 18.0, the next evolution of its universal software platform for measuring, analyzing, evaluating, and optimizing sound and vibrations. Read More audioxpress.com/news/head-ac...

APDA Webinar on Automotive Audio: Inside Lucid’s High-End Sound Experience June 23, 2026, Tuesday, the Audio Product Development Alliance is hosting a live session with David J Prince, Senior Manager Audio Hardware at Lucid Motors, the Californian automotive company. audioxpress.com/news/apda-we...

Dynaudio Officially Launches Symphony Opus One Immersive Soundbar The name was Symphony, and the project of a massive high-end soundbar has been touted by Dynaudio for some time now. audioxpress.com/news/dynaudi... #productdesign #homeentertainment #luxuryaudio

Syntiant Corp, the company that pioneered low-power physical AI solutions from sensors to software & was elevated as a major supplier for the audio industry with the acquisition of Knowles MEMS microphone business, confirmed today two important strategic acquisitions. audioxpress.com/news/syntian...