Three new wireless music speaker systems from Pioneer, the XWSMA1,
XW-SMA3 and XW-SMA4, are equipped with the latest wireless
technologies including Apple's AirPlay, DLNA 1.5 and Wireless
Direct.
The SMA speaker systems can be connected via Wi-Fi based on the type
of device, laptop or home network. Users of iPhone, iPad, iPod touch
and computers running iTunes can connect via AirPlay for playback of
music in a single room or multi speakers/multi-room setup. The
speakers also offer DLNA 1.5 connectivity, enabling users to listen
to music content pushed from their compatible networked devices,
including a Mac computer, PC or handheld smart device via their
existing home network.
All
three speaker models offer Pioneer?s Wireless Direct technology,
which allows the speaker to act as its own Wi-Fi wireless access
point. Through Wireless Direct, no home network is required, giving
users the freedom to use the speakers in rooms where a Wi-Fi network
might not be available. Additionally, with the XW-SMA3 model, the
included rechargeable battery provides convenience and
portability.
Pioneer's Chief Speaker Engineer Andrew Jones was involved with the
design and engineering of each XW-SMA speaker model. Key components
used in the speakers include the drivers and crossovers. And,
because the wireless audio transmission uses the high bandwidth of
Wi-Fi, users hear the highest sound quality without the need for any
additional compression.
- XW-SMA1 - Features dual 3-inch speakers and a 3/4-inch soft dome
tweeter, and uses a tuned bass reflex port.
- XW-SMA3 - Using identical audio components as the XW-SMA1-K, the
XW-SMA3-K model adds a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery and a tough
exterior. When battery power is used, music playback lasts up to 4
hours at maximum volume and up to 6 hours at 50 percent
volume.
- XW-SMA4 - Features five speakers, including dual 3-inch speakers,
a dedicated 4-inch subwoofer and dual 3/4-inch soft dome tweeters.
The Pioneer SMA Wireless Speakers will be available in August with
suggested retail prices of $299 (XW-SMA1), $399 (XW-SMA3) and $399
(XW-SMA4).