Creative Technology today announced the release of Sound Blaster Audigy FX V2, the latest addition to its well-established series of Sound Blaster sound cards. A compelling facelift over its predecessor Sound Blaster Audigy Fx, which was already a bestseller in its own right, this sound card features improvements in audio quality (including an upgrade option via a daughter board) and the versatile SmartComms Kit for seamless online calls. The Sound Blaster FX V2 is quite simply the choice pick amongst cost-effective audio upgrade options for PCs.
Sound Blaster Audigy FX V2 features a separate daughter board as an upgrade option.
Hear the Sound Blaster Difference
The Sound Blaster FX V2 is powered by the heralded Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine technology that delivers high-quality, 5.1 cinematic surround sound, 24Bit 192khz high-resolution audio. Coupled with its high-fidelity DAC which is capable of up to 120dB dynamic range, this sound card offers pure ear candy for users looking to improve their motherboard audio for movies, gaming and music. Scout Mode, a Sound Blaster staple, enhances in-game audio cues so that users get a ‘ear-start’ in nailing down opponent locations while in battle.
This sound card supports 5.1 discrete channels on speakers, as well as 5.1 virtual surround on headphones (up to 600 Ω). For users who want even more, the Sound Blaster Fx V2 DBPRO daughter board is available as an upgrade option – users get to enjoy full 7.1 surround sound, DSD256 high-quality playback and an optical-out port for even more connectivity.
With a half-height and compact form factor, the Sound Blaster Fx V2 is 16% smaller than the preceding model. It also comes with interchangeable full-height and half-height brackets in the box; making it easier than ever to fit a sound card into a PC.
The Smarter Way to Communicate
The Sound Blaster FX V2 performs beyond a typical sound card; the SmartComms Kit is a suite of smart communication features to help simplify the way users communicate during conference calls and online chats. With features such as VoiceDetect, NoiseClean-in, and NoiseClean-out, users can skip the unnecessary fiddling of microphone controls and ensure constant clarity while talking to others without the disturbance of annoying background noises.
Pricing and Availability
Sound Blaster FX V2 is priced at US$54.99, £49.99, €54.99, PLN249; Sound Blaster FX V2 DB PRO is priced at US$17.99, €17.99, £16.99, PLN 79. Both are available at Creative.com.
512 Audio, a new Austin-based audio brand dedicated to delivering professional gear built for creators, announces two XLR microphones一Limelight and Skylight一 and a lineup of studio essentials for creating podcasts, live streams, vocal recordings and more. Developed by the dedicated team behind Warm Audio’s award-winning, classic-inspired microphones, preamps, guitar pedals and more, 512 Audio launches from the creative culture of Austin, TX at a time when people are producing more content than ever before.
“Instead of focusing on the specs war, we thought about how audio gear would be used by people, what they want to create, and how they want to connect,” said Tommy Edwards, VP of Product Strategy for 512 Audio and Warm Audio. “512 Audio microphones and accessories are built to capture everything creators need and nothing they don’t. We specifically tuned the mics to focus on the frequencies that would deliver the most for the creators without any noise they don’t need. We wanted to deliver the best of pro audio in a tailor-made, uncomplicated way.”
For its initial debut, 512 Audio is introducing five products built to help creators capture speech and vocals with clarity and warmth, making audiences feel as if they’re listening in person:
Microphones:
Limelight (£189.99 MSRP)
Limelight Mic
A dynamic vocal XLR mic that delivers exceptional clarity for close-range, talk-focused podcasts, broadcasts or live streams. The combination of a modern circuit and professional dynamic capsule produces smooth, crystal clear audio. Limelight’s hypercardioid pattern creates a hyper-focused pickup field to capture your voice and cut out unwanted ambient noise. The built-in pop shield and switchable, low-frequency filter remove intrusive plosives and low-end rumble for a clean, uncompromised sound. Bring the clear, natural audio of a professional broadcast studio to your home setup.
Skylight (£189.99 MSRP)
Skylight
A large-diaphragm condenser XLR microphone featuring a 34mm gold-plated capsule engineered with premium components and a voice-tailored frequency response to capture the warmth and detail of speech and singing vocals. With a fixed cardioid pickup pattern, Skylight records your voice in front of the mic and reduces ambient room noise. The included metal mesh pop filter and low-profile shockmount eliminate unwanted plosives and low-end rumble delivering a clean, natural sound for podcasts, live streams or vocal recordings. Capture the richness of your voice with detailed warmth and true studio sound, without the studio.
Setup Essentials:
512-BBA Boom Arm (£79.99 MSRP) – an adjustable microphone boom arm with a 360-degree rotation and silent, high-tension spring design for easily achieving stay-in-place mic positioning for podcasting, streaming or recording.
Academy Headphones (£89.99 MSRP) – studio monitor headphones with 45mm dynamic drivers precision-tuned to deliver exceptional clarity when monitoring speech and vocals. With an ergonomic design and superior acoustic seal, hear every nuance of your recordings with clarity and comfort.
512-Pop Professional Microphone Pop Filter (£54.99 MSRP) – a superior metal mesh pop filter to achieve clear, natural speech and vocals. No more post-production hassle or livestream concerns for achieving clean audio.
“Living and working in Austin we are in the heart of a creator culture, but regardless of where you are, creator content dominates what we listen to and watch,” said Bryce Young, founder and CEO of 512 Audio and Warm Audio. “We all have that creator whose content connects with us, whether it’s in music, gaming, politics, faith or passion projects. 512 Audio was our way to build audio gear specifically for creators to make closer connections to their audiences.”
Limelight, Skylight, 512-BBA boom arm, and 512-Pop filter are all available today at Amazon.co.uk. Academy studio monitor headphones will be available in October. For more information, visit www.512audio.com.
Speakers in general on your pc or laptop are not the best and the same applies to your TV and in that instance most of us opt to buy a nice big soundbar but what about your laptop etc. The Pebble V3 are an affordable solution and they can connect to anything with Bluetooth and they are charged with USB-C which is great and not lagging behind there.
These are angled at 45 degrees which is also better than your traditional set up which most of us have and thats either upwards or out the sides depending on what you might have so there is better direction of sound, the shape and design is kept simple here and they are well built with rubber feet underneath to stop them from moving and even in my testing at full blast they did not budge nor vibrate and also to note no real sound distortion when maxed out either.
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They are solid and built with plastic with a gain button on one side and that is it quite a simple affair just plug and play and job done. I like the overall design here which blends in anywhere really which brings me to my next point.
These can be used anywhere and not only for your home pc etc they can be used with your mobile phone or tablet which is practical for the user and having said that they sound great, tested both on pc and mobile my end they sound perhaps better from a mobile phone than they did on my chromebook which I use now as I switched away from windows and the results you will see in the video review below will let you hear the difference and the benefits of having these speakers at hand to enhance the sound quality over the dull pc/laptop speakers you get though my speakers on my chromebook are quite good these make it sound much better.
Overall these are ideal for your pc for music gaming and more and the same for your mobile phone and the price you pay it is a no brainer really.
Mobi Earbuds: The Hybrid ANC Headphones Powered by Artificial Intelligence. Artificial intelligence (AI) is going to take over the world. But first, it might be taking over your music collection. And after trying the Mobi next-gen hybrid ANC earbuds, we’re warming up to the robo-apocalypse!
These brand new earbuds feature a new kind of hybrid ANC technology that cancels the full range of audio frequency. That means you can listen to your music in total silence even when you’re out and about.
The headphones also have AI-powered features that keep you safer and more aware while you’re on the go. Don’t worry, we’ll explain everything below. If you want to see Mobi for yourself, you can check them out here. You can get a pair for nearly 60% off if you pre-order!
Here’s what you need to know about the new Mobi Earbuds.
Key Features
Here’s a breakdown of the features of these premium earbuds.
Next-gen hybrid ANC
AI-powered Transparency Mode
12 mm speaker drivers
100-hour battery life
IPX6 waterproof
Ergonomic fit
Bluetooth 5.2
Quad-beamforming mic (with AI-boosted calling)
Digital assistant access (Siri, Google, etc.)
Wireless charging
Touch controls
Mobi delivers some features we’ve seen before and some we haven’t. Below, we’ll go into more detail on what Mobi does better than the competition.
Next-gen Hybrid ANC
Next-gen hybrid active noise cancelling (ANC) sounds cool, but what is it? Mobi’s new version of hybrid ANC is like standard hybrid ANC but with an extra microphone. This allows the ANC program to detect movement and distance with much more precision than before (think of it like having two eyes instead of one).
But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s brush up on hybrid ANC tech. Here’s a quick recap.
Hybrid ANC uses one feedforward mic on the exterior of the earbud and one feedback mic on the interior to cancel more noise than just one mic could do. The exterior mic captures sounds from your environment, and the interior mic listens to what you hear from the speakers to correct the sound neutralisation or cancel additional noise.
Mobi’s hybrid ANC has an extra feedforward mic, so it can better detect and cancel a broader range of noises from your environment. This is how Mobi is able to offer full-frequency ANC—from high pitches like conversations and car breaks to low ones like motors and fans.
The AI-assisted feedback mic listens to your music with you, further correcting the ANC until all you hear is your music. The AI is so precise that it can even cancel the noises made by the earbuds when they shift in your ears.
Mobi’s 30 dB of ANC power is much stronger than competitors’. Apple’s AirPods Pro only have 20 dB ANC, or 50% less.
The Power of AI
We already spoke a bit about Mobi’s AI and how it assists the hybrid ANC. But, it has another ANC mode all its own.
Mobi’s AI Transparency Mode is an ANC feature you can turn on and off when you need it. It selectively filters sounds from your environment through the ANC barrier to keep you aware when you need to be.
Mobi’s AI recognizes 6000+ different ambient sounds, and with Transparency Mode active, it will pass certain sounds through the speakers to your ears. These sounds include sirens, alarms, digital assistance like Alexa and voices speaking to you. This will keep you safer when you’re on the go, especially if you listen to music while you cycle or run. It’s also helpful for commuters on foot.
Another perk is that you won’t have to turn off your music or take out your earbuds to have a conversation. Mobi’s AI will detect the voice speaking to you and pass it through the earbuds’ speakers. When it does this, the volume of your music will lower automatically.
Bigger Speakers for Better Sound
The easiest way to find out if your headphones have high-quality audio is to check the driver size. Bigger drivers almost always mean better sound. That’s because larger speakers reverberate more air molecules to produce bigger, body-hugging audio.
This is an important distinguishing factor in true wireless earbuds because the speakers inside them are tiny. Most earbuds contain speakers between 4-8 mm in diameter.
Mobi’s are 12 mm. These oversized drivers make the earbuds look a bit bulkier. But the improvement in sound quality is well worth it. These giant drivers make Mobi sound like over-ear headphones. They have that surround-sound-esque quality that you only get from nice studio headphones.
Mobi excels at bass tones. The bass actually shakes your body like it’s coming from an external speaker! I’m not sure how good it is for your ears, but if you’re into electronic music, Mobi are the earbuds you want.
Waterproof and Durable
I don’t know about you, but if I can’t wear a pair of headphones in the rain, I won’t buy them. Mobi pass my durability tests on all counts. IPX5 waterproofing is all you need for the weather we get in Ireland, and Mobi has an IPX6 rating.
This is more than enough for any type of weather, and as an added bonus, you can wear them in the shower or the sauna.
Besides waterproofing, Mobi are sealed and reinforced to prevent the entry of debris. You can wear them to sandy or dusty places without anything getting lodged inside.
An Industry-topping Battery
Mobi’s 100-hour battery seemed too good to be true. But it’s the real deal. Mobi earbuds can go 10 hours on a charge, and there are 90 more hours of power in the carrying case.
Mobi’s battery lasts so long thanks to a little help from artificial intelligence. The AI-powered ANC doesn’t put up a wall of ANC like other headphones do. It targets each sound and uses only the necessary amount of power to cancel it. This makes the ANC much more energy-efficient.
When the earbuds are ready for a charge, they can power up to 6 hours of playback with just a 15-minute charge in the carrying case. The case itself charges in just 2 hours. And, it can charge via USB-C or Qi wireless charging.
Clearer Calls from More Mics
If you make a lot of hands-free calls, you’ll want to switch to Mobi. All those feedforward mics used for the ANC do double-time as beamforming mics when you make calls. They make a sort of quad-beamforming mic for much more accurate voice and movement detection.
Mobi’s mics can isolate your voice even when you’re moving quickly or in a noisy environment. The person or people you’re calling will hear nothing from your surroundings, which can be helpful if you’re taking important meetings in the car or at the gym.
The AI will also work during calls to cancel any noises based on what it hears from the feedback mic.
Your Own World of Music
I don’t know what sort of world AI will make for us in the future. But with Mobi, you can enjoy your own world of music right now. The hybrid ANC cancels all noise for a studio-quality listen. And the oversized drivers make your music feel like it’s all around you.
If you’re a hardcore over-ear headphone fan, Mobi may be the earbuds to change your mind. And why not pick up a pair? If you pre-order, you can get Mobi earbuds for about €60. That’s an unbelievably low price for a pair of premium earbuds. Let me remind you that Mobi’s oversized drivers, ANC tech and battery life run circles round €200+ earbuds by Apple, Bose and Sony.
This price is only available for another week or so during Mobi’s pre-sale. Make sure you click the link above or head to mobiearbuds.com to get yours!
Headphones are getting cheaper these days and you are getting better value for your money too and I have noticed this over the last few months and the same applies to TWS earbuds, we have a huge range covered on site and these days there is value to be found rather than shelling out on overpriced products that simply are not worth it, even the budget section has got so good you will not be looking far for a pair of cheap headphones with ANC on board either.
Super EQ is a brand that belongs to One Odio which we review recently and the same logic applies here when it comes to cost to performance ratio at the affordable end. Again I find myself getting real value for money and decent sound to go with it, mainly a plastic but robust build here these are very comfortable and stand out and can be worn for long periods of time with no sweaty earcups which often can happen, there is decent bass and overall a great listening experience as tested like all my headphones with my test loop the delivered on Netflix You Tube and music with good balance and direction with clear definition on instruments and so on, also not too shabby on calls either and overall for the money you cant complain and it gives the consumer a better choice and not having to shell out for APPLE products that cost too much and is hard on parents with demanding teenagers, there is no need I have said it for a while now no matter what the reviews might claim by the same journalists’ all the time you can see a pattern here, OK Apple do make great products but they just cost too much and can be seen as a status symbol, Yes I am looking at their new headphones.
ANC works well and so does ambient mode so for those who like to wear out will be fine and be alert at the same time. You will get around 45 hours of playback with ANC on and 39/40 with BT off and these are fine for long time wearing ,controls are easy to navigate and work well each time and for an overall listening experience you cant go wrong for the price…
Company statement.. We are a manufacturer with over 10 years of audio production experience. By creating a better pair of headphones, we can serve our customers better and foster a fervent passion for our products. Our DJ quality sound was made accessible to the masses. Our over-ear headphones, designed for extra-long listening sessions. We’ve firmly planted our brand(OneOdio) flag in the DJ，Monitor, HIFI industry. Besides, we are also creating more unique sound experiences in the ANC industry over 30 countries in Europe, North America, Asia, etc. So far, we have a certain international brand influence and reputation around the whole globe.
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The Kimafun Wireless Microphone as stated on the box is a Wireless Microphone with a Lapel Clip Mic Voice Amplifier Mini Mic. This can be used for presenting lectures or meetings or use the Headset Microphone for more active movement in e.g. an exercise class. The technology used is 2.4G wireless transmission technology, given a 50-meter wireless connection ( albeit only practical of this range in an area of no barrier between the transmitter and receiver.)
Setup and use.
The Transmitter and receiver require to be charged initially with the supplied cables, Micro USB dual-head charging cable, charging both simultaneously. Once charged subject to the range used a fully charged battery power can work for approx. 6-8 hours of use. The Transmitter and receiver are pre-pared and do not require any pairing, (as would be expected from Bluetooth technology) The Receiver is plugged into the power amplifier with the transmitter plugged into either type of microphone. There is no requirement for a technical nature to set up the equipment. Connecting to a smartphone using the y connector would require a little easy reading or to a Laptop. The microphone is suitable for smartphones, laptops, desktops, PC, or speakers. Note when connecting to e.g., a speaker there is a requirement to have a minimum of 15w Power on the device to amply the sound as the microphone will only transmit the sound and not boost it. If you use a connection to an android phone you will have to check the setting on the recording app and change this to record from an external mic rather than the android internal mic.
2.4G wireless transmission technology,
This frequency is known, as used in the typical home router, cordless phone, Bluetooth earpiece, baby monitor, etc. this allows for a stable, secure 50 Meter range wireless connection (if tested with no obstacles in between the transmitter or receiver) This has the advantage over the Bluetooth range and transmits clear sound, with no interference/echo.
Overall,
Setup is easy but there is the possibility to lose many of the accessories as the kit does not come with a carrier bag to protect the device. The audio quality is good where used e.g., Phone/camera voice recording, live broadcasting on Podcast, Skype/teams calling, Teaching, Audio/Video Recording on YouTube, professional audio devices. conference, speech, etc. The advantage of this gives excellent range, up to 50 M. secure stable wireless connection. The material quality felt strong and sturdy and have no hesitation in recommending this for use as good quality sound at a reasonable price.
JAM audio are a well known audio brand who have a vast range of audio products at affordable prices such as earphones and true wireless earbuds you can see a range of them on site by searching. This time around though they have introduced some bookshelf speakers to their portfolio and a welcome product too.
These are well built and look great with a matt finish and deliver a good punch too especially with the bass end of things so bass fans will certainly want to check these out, these will fit in anywhere in the home or you can place them beside your TV or indeed on a bookshelf once it has the height free, I don’t sport books of any sort so my set up will be different and have them placed either side of my TV and they blend in quite nice with their simple clean design.
When it comes to the tech inside we have 4 internal speakers (2 x bass drivers, 2 x tweeters), Bluetooth compatible 5.0 , Speaker diameter 10cm, Frequency 80Hz-15Hz, Bass reflex, 3.5mm AUX in, Mains operated, 30 watts and a 2 year warranty. Below we unbox and go through the features and then give a sound test and I think you will like it.
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Available in three different and stylish colourways: Black, Wood and Dark Wood, the speakers will fit with any décor, and on any shelf. The Bookshelf Speaker is available for £79.99 from uk.jamaudio.com and select retailers nationwide.
This is a neat little gadget for you car and offers several solutions in on with this model in particular, We have seen several options of bluetooth transmitters available in the past that I have typically used and now they have advanced some more due to technology.
This is a simple plug and play solution to get calls, music and audio onto your current vehicles set up not only that it charges your phone too and also offer a USB port to plug in music from a flash drive etc and keeping you hands free too. To set up you simply tune into a free station on your current radio and connect via bluetooth via your smartphone and away you go it is that easy.
Using the device itself also offers all the functions you need with a twisty wheel up top that can control music and calls and works really well overall it is a simple to use product that makes like so much easier in the vehicle, it was a good test sample in my case as I have a brand new vehicle and cant connect my devices to it via bluetooth and awaiting a software update by the manufacturer which is unreal in this day and age and people cant here me but I can hear them but with this unit it all works fine, I tested this with an iPhone 12 and Google Pixel 5 and worked flawlessly on both phones and that includes my music too and calls are great. To top it off you get a bass button for the bass lovers.
Features
Compatible with most devices on the market.
● Dual USB charger with one PD 18W USB-C port and a QC 3.0 USB port.
● CVC technology is anti-interference performance and noise suppression.
● Bluetooth 5.0 for strong and stable connection.
● With bass booster button helps to add bass to songs fast and easy.
JAM Audio, the lifestyle audio brand, has announced the launch of its new earbuds, the TWS ANC. An affordable solution with luxe, modern style, the TWS ANC extends users’ listening experience with a 7-hour battery life, plus up to 28 hours of undisrupted playtime with the case.
Dynamic 10 mm drivers offer a great combination of sound quality and affordability and its elongated shape provides a snug, comfortable fit with your choice of four soft, anti-slip ear gels, so nothing gets between you and the wireless sound of TWS ANC.
Features include
· True Wireless – True Wireless means no wires. Anywhere. Ever. Whether you’re working, working out, or taking calls. Compatible with Bluetooth® devices and voice assistants.
· Active Noise Cancellation – Superb Active Noise Cancellation lets you tune out distractions and focus on your music, podcasts, or whatever you’re listening to.
· Battery Life – Up to 7 hours of playtime (Bluetooth only), or up to 6 hours of playtime with Bluetooth and ANC. Up to 28 hours total with case.
· On-the-Go Touch Controls / Hands-Free Calling – Control the Convo. Convenient touch controls mean you never have to stop taking calls no matter where you are in your day.
· Premium Sound – Premium sound performance combined with Active Noise Cancellation lets you appreciate every lyric, chord, and heart-pounding beat.
· No-slip tip – 4 sizes of soft, anti-slip ear gels provide a comfortable fit for your 8-hour+ day.
The JAM Audio TWS ANC are priced at £99.99 and available from uk.jamaudio.com.
