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XMOS USB HiFi sound card solution

More and more consumers are becoming dissatisfied with the audio output quality of old computers or mobile devices and are looking for external devices to achieve a higher quality audio experience. With the popularization of high-resolution audio formats such as PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD, there is a growing need for audio accessories equipped with high-performance DACs and corresponding processing capabilities to support the decoding and playback of these formats. In professional audio fields such as music editing, music production, and professional recording, high-fidelity audio output is also essential. People also want to enjoy high-end audio quality while running or traveling. The Phaten XMOS USB HiFi sound card was developed to meet these needs.

Wireless Audio Systems

Wireless Audio Systems

A wireless audio system is a technology that transmits audio data via wireless signals, designed to eliminate the limitations of traditional wired connections, providing greater flexibility and convenience. Wireless audio systems are widely used in consumer electronics, professional audio, home entertainment, and public broadcasting. Let’s delve into the types, working principles, key technologies, and applications of wireless audio systems.

Portable Decoding Earphone Amplifier - Enjoy High-Quality Sound Anytime

Imagine yourself in a crowded subway, yet the music in your headphones transports you to a concert hall, where every note is clear and captivating. This isn't science fiction; it's the real experience brought to you by a portable DAC/AMP. Whether you're traveling, commuting, or working in a café, a portable DAC/AMP allows you to enjoy top-notch audio quality anytime, anywhere.

Voice Noise Reduction

Voice Noise Reduction in Professional Audio Equipment

In professional audio equipment, voice noise reduction is a crucial component. With the rapid development of AI, various AI noise reduction methods have emerged. These technologies are widely applied in video conferencing, voice and video calls, voice recognition, multimedia content creation, public address systems, and more. Through continuous algorithm improvements and hardware optimization, these technologies can significantly enhance audio quality in various communication scenarios, thereby improving the user experience.

The XMOS xcore-voice solution is a complete product built on the xcore platform's hardware, software, and tools.

This solution offers a sample design of a voice pipeline using XMOS's industry-proven audio front end, including far-field voice processing and support for third-party ISV voice algorithms such as automatic speech recognition (ASR) engines for keyword detection or local command dictionaries.

This enables various applications and end products, such as smart TVs, set-top boxes, and smart home appliances. Specifically, the xcore-voice solution allows product designers to quickly and cost-effectively implement "across-the-room" voice interfaces while achieving optimal audio quality.

Phaten Audio: Making High-End Audio Quality Accessible

Phaten Audio is committed to making high-end audio quality within everyone's reach through innovative technology. We believe that with the advancement of technology, high-definition audio is no longer exclusive to a few but an experience that everyone can enjoy. By utilizing the latest audio technologies and high-quality components, we provide users with exceptional sound quality and user experience. Historically, high-end audio products were considered luxury items, inaccessible to the general public. However, with technological advancements, such as the introduction of the XMOS XCORE platform, the cost of high-end audio equipment has significantly decreased. Phaten Andio is dedicated to bringing these advanced technologies into everyday life, allowing everyone to enjoy high-quality audio at a reasonable price.

"Hi-Fi Demand Endures, Bypassing the Need for Additional ASRC Chips" – Phaten Launches New Generation USB Desktop Multi-Channel HD Audio Decoder Turnkey Solution Based on XMOS XU316

In the current trends of the audio world, Hi-Fi has become a standard for true audio quality enthusiasts. High Fidelity, which entails a high degree of true reproduction of the audio signal, often means complex technical requirements—traditionally, this included the external ASRC (Asynchronous Sample Rate Conversion) chips. However, with continuous innovation in technology, we are now able to break the convention and come closer to perfection—Phaten's new generation USB desktop multi-channel HD audio decoder turnkey solution based on XMOS XU316 brings pioneering ASRC implementation, making devices that required external ASRC chips a thing of the past.

XMOS Partners with DSP Concepts to Accelerate Audio and Voice DSP Applications Development

Artificial intelligence and chip supplier XMOS announced a partnership with embedded audio software experts, DSP Concepts.This collaboration will enable audio developers to marry XMOS's highly deterministic, low latency xcore.ai platform with DSP Concepts' Audio Weaver software. This software allows users to graphically design and debug audio and voice solutions leveraging multi-cores. xcore.ai, integrating edge AI, DSP, control, and IO into a single device, is a high-performance, versatile processor specifically designed for smart IoT. It is entirely configurable in software and according to XMOS, it offers a cost-effective multi-functional platform for IoT products to reach the market swiftly.