Business
RIAA: Music Industry Revenues Up 9.2% in 2020
2020 was tough all over—but not for the music industry, which grew revenues for the fifth consecutive year, ticking up 9.2% to $12.2 billion.
Streaming
Business
Pro Audio & Radio Tech Summit Announced
Pro Sound News, Mix and Radio World have joined forces to hold the first Pro Audio & Radio Tech Summit, an all-day virtual event to be held April 1.
Business
Spotify Wrapped Wraps Up 2020 with Streaming Stats
Spotify’s Wrapped end-of-year listings once again highlight the listening preferences of the music streamer’s global audience.
Gear and Technology
TASCAM Launches US-HR USB Interface Series
Tascam has announced its new US-HR Series of USB audio interfaces, intended for use in project studios, content creation situations, podcasting, streaming and so on.
The Wire
AVIWEST Releases BeOnAIR All-in-One, Broadcast-Grade Live Streaming Solution
Powerful, Lightweight, and Easy to Use, BeOnAIR Offers One-Touch Streaming to Multiple Social Media and Online Channels SAINT-GRÉGOIRE, France — Nov. 23, 2020 — AVIWEST, a global provider of video contribution systems, today announced BeOnAIR, a cutting-edge, all-in-one live...
The Wire
Medianet Optimizes Video Streaming Service Delivery with Harmonic
AI-Powered EyeQ™ Technology Delivers Outstanding Video Quality and Reduced Bandwidth Expense SAN JOSE, Calif. — Nov. 18, 2020 — Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that Medianet, the largest independent pay TV and cable television provider in the Maldives, is...
Gear and Technology
PreSonus Revelator USB Mic Debuts
PreSonus has introduced its new Revelator USB microphone, intended primarily for home studio use as well as podcasting and voice overs.
Gear and Technology
Clair Global Co-Develops Virtual Crowd for Events
The new interactive streaming technology Virtual Crowd is a collaboration between Fireplay, PRG, and Clair Global.
Gear and Technology
Shure Launches MV7 Hybrid XLR/USB Podcast Mic
While the SM7B remains Shure’s flagship for pro podcasting, VO and broadcast use, the new MV7 aims to entice content creators.
Gear and Technology
Bluesound Professional Ships BSP1000, BSP500 Loudspeakers
Bluesound Professional is now shipping its BSP1000 and BSP500 network active loudspeakers.
Post and Broadcast
AES Show 2020 Set Broadcast / Online Track
The AES Show 2020 Convention’s Broadcast and Online Delivery Track will examine key technologies and applications while taking a look back at broadcast history and a look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead.
Gear and Technology
Icon Pro Audio LivePod Plus Podcast/Streaming Interface Debuts
Icon Pro Audio has introduced its entry-level LivePod Plus Live Streaming Audio Processing Interface.
The Wire
Broadpeak Will Host Online Open House for the Video Delivery and Streaming Industry
Event Will Feature Conversations With Pay-TV Operators and Content Providers, Technology Demos, Networking Opportunities, and a 10th Anniversary Celebration CESSON-SEVIGNE, France — Sept. 22, 2020 — Broadpeak®, a leading provider of content delivery network (CDN) and video streaming solutions...
The Wire
NUGEN Audio Proves Ideal for Streamed Music Production
Nartan Records Utilizes NUGEN’s SEQ-S, MasterCheck, AB, ISL and LM-Correct Solutions to Create Pristine Audio to Meet All Streaming Standards MILAN, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 – Located in the small town of Merano, South Tyrol, Italy, Nartan Records is an...
The Wire
EasyBroadcast to Host Fall Virtual Showcase on Latest Video Streaming Innovations
NANTES, France — Sept. 15, 2020 — EasyBroadcast, a leading provider of end-to-end streaming solutions and technologies for TV channels, OTT service providers, and enterprises, today announced that it will host a Fall Virtual Showcase. The online event will...
Business
RIAA Releases Mid-Year Report
According to the mid-year report released by the RIAA, revenues for recorded music continued their upward trend in the U.S. during the first half of 2020.
The Wire
EasyBroadcast to Share Video Streaming Expertise During TVOT LIVE! Webinar
Webinar Will Highlight the Benefits of EasyBroadcast’s Viewer-Assisted Delivery Technology for Ad-Supported Video Streaming NANTES, France — September 3, 2020 — EasyBroadcast, a leading provider of end-to-end streaming solutions and technologies for TV channels, OTT service providers, and enterprises,...
Gear and Technology
Audio-Technica Unveils Limited Edition AT2020 Mics
Audio-Technica has introduced two new limited-edition AT2020 mics with reflective silver finish, available now.
The Wire
Ayako Yamauchi Calls on NUGEN Audio Post Bundle For Gaming and Streaming Projects
LOS ANGELES, AUGUST 12, 2020 – Recording, Editing, Mixing and Mastering Engineer Ayako Yamauchi is best known for her work in gaming, streaming and TV/film. Having won multiple awards for her audio post-production work, Yamauchi’s credits are filled with...
The Wire
WIND Hellas Launches ABR Service Powered by Broadpeak
Broadpeak’s Video Streaming and Cloud DVR Solutions Enable an Exceptional Quality of Experience Across All Screens, Including Android TV STBs CESSON-SEVIGNE, France — July 15, 2020 — Broadpeak®, a leading provider of content delivery network (CDN) and video streaming...
The Wire
Harmonic Announces Powerful Innovations for its VOS SaaS Summer 2020 Release
New Enhancements Increase Streaming Performance, Add Broadcast Delivery, Ensure Service Continuity and Simplify Targeted Advertising SAN JOSE, Calif. — June 23, 2020 — Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced a major release of its VOS® SaaS platforms and cloud-native software...
The Wire
SportsMax Powers Live Sports Streaming with Harmonic
Harmonic’s VOS®360 Live Streaming Platform Provides Reliable Service Continuity and On-the-Fly Scaling for OTT Delivery of Premium Sports Events SAN JOSE, Calif. — June 18, 2020 — Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that SportsMax, a leading sports channel in...
Gear and Technology
Elgato and Lewitt Team for Wave Podcasting Mics
Aimed at podcasters, recordists, YouTubers and other content creators, Elgato’s new Wave 1 and Wave 3 USB mics were created in collaboration with Lewitt.
The Wire
Triveni Digital Simplifies ATSC 3.0 Streaming From the Cloud With New SaaS Solutiontal
ATSC 3.0 Cloud Service Enables Fast, Efficient, and Cost-Effective Transition to NextGen TV Broadcasting PRINCETON, N.J. — June 8, 2020 — Triveni Digital today announced a new solution for streaming ATSC 3.0 from the cloud. Integrating Triveni Digital’s software-based...
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Broadpeak Makes High-Quality 5G Video Experiences a Reality With MobiledgeX Edge Compute Infrastructure
Using Broadpeak’s BroadCache Box Technology Deployed at the Deep Edge of Mobile Networks, Operators and Content Providers Can Boost Video Performance and Reduce Costs CESSON-SEVIGNE, France — May 28, 2020 — Broadpeak®, a leading provider of content delivery network...
Business
Dolby, Tidal HiFi Roll Out Immersive Streaming
Streaming titan Tidal is making Dolby Atmos Music available from Atmos-enabled home systems.
The Wire
Broadcast Pix announces new office location
Broadcast Pix, the award-winning live broadcasting, and streaming company have moved to new offices located at 141 Middlesex Road in Tyngsboro, Massachusetts. “It’s exciting! Our new location is more in tune with Broadcast Pix 2.0 – more office, meeting,...
Gear and Technology
MaonoCaster Podcast Mixer Rolls Out Via Kickstarter
Intended for entry-level users in search of a podcast/streaming mixer, the MaonoCaster is expected to ship in July.
Business
dCS Expands Legends Award
The dCS (Data Conversion Systems, Ltd.) Legends Award campaign, which began last year, has been expanded to highlight more engineering legends.
Business
Streaming Drives Global Revenues Up for Fifth Straight Year
Streaming accounted for more than half of global recorded music revenue in 2019, according to the IFPI’s newly released annual Global Music Report.
Music Production
How Pros Are Livestreaming During the Pandemic
Take a deep dive into the technology and techniques that artists are using while livestreaming during the pandemic.
The Wire
AVIWEST Offers Free Live Webinars
Stay on Top of All AVIWEST News, Technology Updates, and New Product Announcements From the Comfort of Home SAINT-GRÉGOIRE, France — April 17, 2020 — Following the cancellation of the 2020 NAB Show, AVIWEST, a global provider of video...
The Wire
Marshall Electronics Sees Surge in Demand for UCC and Streaming Products
New trends in telepresence, remote workflows, and online education drives demand for high performance USB microphones, cameras, and conversion tools.
The Wire
Broadpeak Hosts Virtual Events for Content Providers and Pay-TV Operators
Broadpeak vNAB Event Will Include Live Demos, One-on-One Digital Meetings, and Live Conference Presentations on How to Increase Content Delivery Efficiency and Improve Multiscreen QoE CESSON-SEVIGNE, France — April 14, 2020 — Following the cancellation of the 2020 NAB...
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Riedel’s MediorNet Drives Real-Time Signal Transport and OTT Streaming for Unique Drive-Up Worship Services at Cherry Hills Community Church
BURBANK, Calif. — April 14, 2020 — Riedel’s MediorNet real-time signal transport, processing, and routing technology powers a unique drive-up ministry for Cherry Hills Community Church, a large house of worship based in suburban Denver. In response to social...
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nanocosmos Improves Ultra-Low-Latency Live Streaming Experience With New nanoStream Cloud Service Features
Using nanoStream Cloud, Service Providers Can Deliver an End-to-End Latency of Around One Second — Now with Live Transcoding and ABR BERLIN — March 31, 2020 — nanocosmos, the Berlin-based interactive live streaming technology provider, has introduced new enhancements...
Gear and Technology
Røde Rolls Out NT-USB Mini Microphone
Further cementing its presence in entry-level podcasting, Røde is aiming the NT-USB Mini Mic at podcasters, streamers and others.
Business
Music Sales Hit New Record High in UK
A report from the Entertainment Retailers Association says spending by UK music fans on streaming services exceeded £1B ($1.31B) for the first time in 2019.
Business
At CES: Alicia Keys Talks Connecting Through HD Music
By Anthony Savona. 15-time Grammy Award-winning artist Alicia Keys spoke with Emily Lazar, founder and chief mastering engineer, The Lodge, and Andre Stapleton, head of label relations—North America, Amazon Music at CES about the value of HD Music streaming.
Business
Spotify Unveils Most-Streamed for 2019, 2010s
Spotify has released its extensive rundowns of the top streamers for the year and the decade, providing insight into the world’s musical tastes.
Business
Music Streaming is Popular, But So is Stream Ripping
Stream ripping’s popularity continues to grow, according to IFPI.
Gear and Technology
Blue Bows Yeti X Mic for Podcasters, Streamers
New USB Microphone includes effect-filled software.