
Yamaha and Steinberg are transitioning Steinberg's hardware branding to Yamaha, optimizing focus on each company's strengths: hardware for Yamaha and software for Steinberg.
The rebranded Yamaha UR-mk3 and URX-C series retain features from Steinberg's UR models, including 24-bit/192kHz audio and Yamaha's D-PRE mic preamps.
New Yamaha URX22C and URX44C interfaces offer dual headphone outputs, 32-bit/192kHz resolution, and integration with Elgato Stream Deck for seamless production workflows.

* MADOO's Typ930 earphones, launching on November 7, feature a hybrid design with 12mm micro-planar and balanced armature drivers.

* Final introduced the UX5000 wireless headphones on October 31, priced at ¥32,800, emphasizing advanced sound quality characteristics.

* The Westend Audio Monaco amplifier delivers 100 watts per channel using a push-pull topology with E130L vacuum tubes.

* Sharp introduces the Xrostella VR1, their first VR head-mounted display (HMD), weighing approximately 198g, among the lightest in its category.