August 8, 2025 Celebrations - 808 Day, Sennheiser, Molly Tuttle, and More Excitement!
New Developments in the Audio Industry
In the world of music and audio technology, there's always something new and exciting happening. Here are some recent updates that might pique your interest:
Sensaphonics Updates dB Check Pro Sound Level Analyzer
Sensaphonics has recently updated the firmware for its dB Check Pro sound level analyzer. The update adds support for earphone models by Alclair, FiR Audio, Westone, and additional models from FiR Audio. You can download the updated firmware from Sensaphonics' website.
Harman Expands JBL Professional Lineup with New Ceiling Speakers
Harman has announced two new series, the Control 400 Standard Coverage Series and Control 400 Premium Coverage Series, to its JBL Professional lineup. These new additions join the Control 400 Enhanced Coverage Series, creating a total of 21 models across three tiers. The new series are designed for a variety of professional audio applications, including music venues, houses of worship, and commercial spaces.
Sennheiser Debuts In-Car Sound System
Sennheiser has made its debut in the in-car sound system market with its first-ever system, available to U.S. customers, inside the Morgan Motor Company's Morgan Plus Four. Visitors at Monterey Car Week 2025 can check out the Sennheiser in-car sound system in the Morgan Plus Four.
A Look Back at the Roland TR-808
The Roland TR-808, a groundbreaking analog drum machine released in 1980, has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Despite initial commercial failure and criticism for its unrealistic synthetic sounds, the TR-808 became an iconic and highly influential instrument, particularly in hip-hop music. Its distinctive sounds found a new life through sampling and electronic music production. Its significance in hip-hop is particularly notable. Early hip-hop producers, exemplified by Afrika Bambaataa’s 1982 hit “Planet Rock,” popularized the 808’s synthetic beats, which gave the genre a new sonic identity.
Molly Tuttle Overdubs for Ringo Starr's New Album
Exclusive videos of Molly Tuttle playing overdubs for Ringo Starr's album, Look Out, have been added to Part 4 of a 10,000-word, five-part article on the album's creation.
The JBL Professional Control 400 Series Offers Improved Sound Quality
The JBL Professional Control 400 Standard Coverage Series and Control 400 Premium Coverage Series offer improved sound quality and performance compared to previous models. These new series are the latest additions to the Control 400 family and are available now.
Morgan Plus Four to Make Special Appearance at Monterey Car Week 2025
The Morgan Plus Four car will make a special appearance at Monterey Car Week 2025, where you can not only see the Sennheiser in-car sound system but also learn more about the latest developments in the audio industry.
- The JBL Professional Control 400 Series, with their improved sound quality and performance, are the latest gadgets to join the Control 400 family and are suitable for various professional audio applications in music venues, houses of worship, and commercial spaces, demonstrating the advancing technology in entertainment.
- In the realm of music and audio technology, Sennheiser has entered the scene with its first in-car sound system, complementing the Morgan Plus Four at Monterey Car Week 2025, offering enthusiasts a glimpse into the latest innovations in the audio industry.
- The Roland TR-808, despite initial criticism for its synthetic audio, has become an iconic instrument in the music world and a crucial component in hip-hop music, demonstrating how technology can even shape the sonic identity of a genre.
- Molly Tuttle's skills are showcased in exclusive videos as she contributes overdubs for Ringo Starr's album, Look Out, expanding the audio collection of this entertainment project.
