Tag: audio engineering
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My 2026 Headphones Forecast Might Surprise You, but It’s an Open Secret
The Open Secret Behind 2026 Headphones For years, true wireless earbuds have evolved from niche gadgets to daily essentials. As we head into 2026, the big story isn’t just better sound or smarter assistants; it’s how manufacturers are quietly reshaping performance, durability, and value to fit a broader range of lives. This isn’t hype—it’s an…
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1958 Recording Lathe: Cutting a Lacquer Master
Introduction: A Glimpse Into the Dawn of Vinyl Mastering Most listeners today know vinyl through the final stamps pressed from PVC discs. But the journey begins far earlier, with a recording lathe in a studio, carving the very first groove patterns into a lacquer-coated disc. This lacquer master is the temple of sound: the original,…
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AES and IES Forge Shared Resource Partnership to Strengthen Leadership and Growth
A Strategic Collaboration to Strengthen Leadership and Capacity The Audio Engineering Society (AES) and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) have announced a new shared resource arrangement designed to strengthen leadership, expand operational capacity, and support long-term stability. Beginning December 16, the collaboration marks a significant step forward as the two organizations pool expertise and resources…