The November 2026 issue of audioXpress examines signal processing innovations with direct relevance to pro audio manufacturers and music retailers, according to the magazine’s announcement.
audioXpress reports that Philipp Paul Klose reviews the Sennheiser HD 480 Pro closed-back headphones, priced at $399, with a Plus edition at $439. The model shares its mechanical base and 38mm dynamic driver with the open-back HD 490 Pro but adds a sealed back and a Vibration Attenuation System to address reflected sound and distortion, historically a weakness of closed-back designs. The headphones target tracking, mobile production, mixing, and FOH monitoring applications.
The issue also details Total Sonics’ Total Cal, a cloud-enabled automated measurement and calibration platform designed to simplify multichannel in-room calibration for consumers and manufacturers. audioXpress notes the platform aims to be fast, easy to use, and cost-effective to implement without requiring more expensive processors or dedicated measurement microphones.
Additionally, the magazine continues its historical interview with Mark Gander on JBL’s professional sound business, covering the K-series drivers, 4310 studio monitor, Cabaret Series, Bi-Radial horns, powered systems, and line arrays. The coverage offers retailers and manufacturers insight into product development decisions that shaped the modern pro audio industry.
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