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Broadcast on Fox to an international televised audience of more than 100 million, this year's Super Bowl Halftime Show was held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. While the performance itself only lasted approximately 14 minutes, the preparation was immense and technical execution flawless. According to numbers released by Fox network, this year's Halftime Show reached more viewers than the game itself – with a total of 104.1 million tuning in from around the world.

Continental and Sennheiser Revolutionize Vehicle Audio

Over 20 channels of Sennheiser Digital 6000 are deployed in milestone broadcast event, with marquee performances by Lizzo, Blake Shelton, Brandi Carlile and others

British-Nigerian singer/songwriter Ola Onabulé's latest studio album Point Less has 14 original tracks that tell tales of violence, immigration, xenophobia, betrayal, and dignity too. The album is at once a celebration of life and also a warning of the social forces that threaten it. Onabulé's short US tour kicked off with the album launch, before taking the jazz artist to the Exit Zero Jazz Festival (November 8 and 9), the South Jazz Club Philadelphia (November 10) and Scullers in Boston (November 15). Ola is a veteran of the recording studio and, with the help of Sennheiser and Neumann microphones, has fully captured the complexity of his music, its heart and its spirit.

Audio specialist Sennheiser appointed two new sales representative firms in California, Hawaii, the Southeastern U.S. and Puerto Rico. Santa Ana, CA-based Quantum ST will now represent California and Hawaii, while Deerfield Beach, FLA-based RTSales is handling Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee and Puerto Rico. The announcement follows Sennheiser's June appointment of Dobbs Stanford for the U.S. TOLA region (Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas).

At IBC, Dear Reality announced an update (v1.4) to its flagship spatial audio software solution: From October, the dearVR PRO 3D audio panner will support 26 multichannel output formats. In addition to binaural and Ambisonics outputs, the software will be able to reproduce multichannel formats for loudspeaker playback from 5.0 to 13.1, for example for Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, MPEG-H or the AMBEO Soundbar from Sennheiser.

Audio specialist Sennheiser and audio for video manufacturer Zoom are extending their AMBEO for VR partnership with the inclusion of the brand-new Zoom F6 and Zoom F8n field recorders. Both models now use AMBEO A-B software, which directly converts the A signals of the AMBEO VR Mic to processing-compatible Ambisonics B-format. Zoom has been an inaugural member of Sennheiser's AMBEO for VR partnership program, created to ensure seamless workflows for VR and AR producers.

At IFA 2019, audio specialist Sennheiser is introducing the next generation of its acclaimed PXC 550 Wireless headphones. The new PXC 550-II Wireless builds on the exceptional comfort and sound quality of its predecessor to offer an even more sophisticated and intuitive experience for the frequent traveler. Upgrades include Bluetooth 5.0 compatibility and AAC codec support for superior wireless listening, while a new Voice Assistant button provides one-touch access to voice assistants such as Siri, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. The headphones' adaptive noise cancellation seamlessly adjusts to suppress ambient noise – even in challenging outdoor environments, thanks to a new Anti-Wind ANC setting.

Sennheiser's premium MOMENTUM headphone range enters its third generation, with the launch of the new MOMENTUM Wireless at IFA 2019 (September 6-11). The headphones are the latest addition to the audio specialist's iconic range that offers superior sound, a modern design aesthetic, cutting-edge technology, and a touch of handcrafted indulgence to every moment. Thanks to Auto On/Off and Smart Pause features, the new MOMENTUM Wireless headphones start up instantly when unfolded, and sense when put on or taken off to pause and resume playback, ensuring a world of uncompromised sound is just a heartbeat away. Designed to be supremely comfortable for all-day listening sessions, they feature genuine sheep leather and soft padding on the earpads and headband. Active Noise Cancellation and a Transparent Hearing function allow listeners to experience their audio on their terms, by either blocking out the world or staying aware of their environment. One-touch voice assistant access lets them stay connected on the move.

Sennheiser's AMBEO Soundbar has been honored with the prestigious EISA Award 2019-2020 in the "Premium Soundbar" category. Presented annually by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), the EISA Awards celebrate products that combine the most advanced technology and desirable features with class-leading performance. Across categories including mobile devices, Hi-Fi and Home Theatre Audio, the awards recognize the very best new products in consumer electronics, as chosen by 55 of the leading international specialist CE magazines.