Vizio, the 3rd biggest TV vendor in the US, arrives in Europe with the UK launch of the SB362An, a low-cost soundbar featuring a pair of 2.25-inch full-range drivers and integrated 3-inch subwoofer.

Launched in the US back in 2018, the SB362An promises to be "supremely flexible," with connectivity options including 3.5mm analogue, digital optical (Toslink) input, Bluetooth and a USB port. It also features multiple configurations allowing use in any space, be it in a large living room or a bedroom.

Control4 announces no less than 14 Triad Distributed Audio series multi-room loudspeakers, with different sizes and configurations designed with builders, contractors and homeowners in mind.

Distributed Audio speakers feature pivoting tweeters in different sizes, as well as in-wall and in-ceiling configurations. All models ship with a white, round, low-profile grill, and Control4 also offers replacement square and round grills customers can custom-paint to blend into any décor. Installation promises to be fast and simple thanks to a mounting screw system and a tweeter bridge doubling as a handle.

The first set of speakers on offer is the Distributed Audio Series 1-- two multi-room speaker solutions ideal for background music. Available as an in-ceiling (TS-IC61) or in-wall (TS-IW61) model, series 1 speakers utlise polypropylene woofers and 3/4-inch aimable cloth dome tweeters, and offer long life, installation flexibility and clear sound.

American audio brand KLH announces a European expansion by way of a partnership with Irish distributor TBM Solution providing sales, marketing, inventory, logitistics and after-sale dealer and distributor support.

The company has a warehouse in Dublin, Ireland, together with a ground team of specialist throughout Europe to work closely with dealers and distributors. In addition, the two companies have created a multi-lingual European KLH website.

KLH is perhaps best known for the Model Nine full-range electrostatic speaker from the 1960s. It was acquired in 2017 by David P. Kelley, former president of global sales and board member for Klipsch, before a CEDIA Expo 2018 launch. Now KLH is an all-new venture for Kelley and a team of former Klipsch and loudspeaker industry execs.

Swedish audio maker Urbanears takes on the portable Bluetooth speaker with Rålis, a battery-powered offering complete with carrying strap and construction the company says comes complete with IPX2-rated water resistance.

The battery inside the Rålis promises up to 20 hours of wireless playtime, and can even double as a power bank via built-in USB-A port. Wireless connectivity comes through Bluetooth 5.0, allowing users to pair x2 phones with up to 10m distance, and a 3.5mm jack provides means to add a 3rd device.