miniDSP Q1 - 2019 Newsletter

Hello Visitor, 

First quarter of 2019 just flew by... What a great time for a short update of what we have been up to!

We're once again very excited to announce some new products. From a multichannel, multi-protocol module to the first aftermarket Automotive Dirac live platform, we've kept ourselves busy and we hope you'll enjoy it!

As usual, we look forward to hearing back from you so feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

DevTeam

 MCHStreamer All-In-One interface

Introducing the USBStreamer's Big Brother!

The MCHStreamer is a multi-channel asynchronous USB interface that supports a myriad of digital I/O formats and leverages miniDSP's XMOS expertise. Packaged on a tiny 40x62mm PCB, the MCHStreamer is a perfect fit for your next Research & Development project or for your future DIY/OEM application.

By loading one of the miniDSP-provided firmware packages, MCHStreamer supports stereo optical TOSLINK, 8ch ADAT, stereo S/PDIF (coax), up to 10ch I2S, up to 24ch of TDM8, 8ch of DSD and up to 16ch PDM audio streaming. It could even be used as a 16ch PDM to I2S converter for your next MEMS microphone project. The MCHStreamer trully is your goto USB Audio interface for product development!

Priced at 115USD, the MCHStreamer is now available from our webshop. We hope you love it!

 CDSP 8x12 DL 

Following the success of the CDSP 8x12, we're excited to release an update with the CDSP 8x12 DL: the first aftermarket automotive processor featuring Dirac Live DSP advanced tuning capabilities!

Combining the power of Dirac Research proven technology together with miniDSP's powerful processing toolbox, the CDSP 8x12 DL sports 8 channel of Dirac Live processing to correctly tune your cabin. The 12ch output channels allows for multiway setup or Rear/Center processing thanks to our flexible matrix mixer. Forget the guesswork but instead rely on multi-point cabin measurements with the UMIK-1 calibrated microphone to optimize your system response. 

The CDSP 8x12 DL is now available on pre-order on our webshop including Dirac Live license and UMIK-1 for an exceptional price of 899USD. We expect to start shipments in 2weeks time. Check out our product page for more details!

 Dirac 2.0 Beta program

Finally, after a bit of fiddling with the Dirac servers, we're excited to announce the beginning of the Dirac 2.0 Beta program! An exciting stage following few months of work. Currently up and running for DDRC-24/22 series for Win10 platforms, experienced miniDSP customers can now apply to the be part of the Beta program from here. For those of you who don't qualify yet for the Beta program, don't despair! It's a pre-release so stay tuned for more updates in near future.

 SHD series update

The SHD series keeps making waves! 

We're excited to see a very good review by well known reviewer @ the Hans Beekhuyzen YouTube Channel. In a 17min long review, Hans does an indepth explanation of the benefits of integrating the SHD studio to his system. Make sure to check out his youtube video and to support his channel!

Also newsworthy is the release of the Mini Dragon system by DragonFire Acoustics where the SHD Studio plays a key role for room correction. DragonFire is the newest venture from Dr. Dragoslav Colich, one of the founders and Head of R&D at legendary audio company, Audeze. The Mini Dragon system is an impressive complete system combining the power of Planar Magnetic Drivers, a four channel DSP amplifier and the SHD Studio. Check out the product page for more details. 

Last but not least, some of the rumors swirling around for an upcoming major firmware update for the SHD series are indeed true. Stay tuned for a new chapter!  

 Focusing our R&D efforts

miniDSP's portfolio and community keep growing and we can't thank everybody enough for all your support!

As you may have noticed, our platforms aren't "mini" anymore and the rising engineering complexity requires our full focus. Combine it with our dedication to a high level of support for our customers and we concluded that it was time for a change and refocus of our core markets.

Our management team therefore decided to focus our energy on boxed DSP platforms as they represent the bulk of our customers these days. Starting from mid of Q2 2019, we will slowly stop the sale of the DIY DSP kits (miniSHARC kit/nanoSHARC kit/2x8 kit etc) till we run out of stock. All boxed versions will remain active. Also note that our USB platforms (E.g. USBstreamer/ MCHStreamer/UMA series) aren't affected by this decision as they remain a key part of our portfolio.

Rest assured that miniDSP remains committed to building innovative platforms and will always be available to answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.