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Alpine Optim8 Processor
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Alpine, Alps Alpine North America, announced the new Optim8 processor/amplifier with automatic sound tuning, at KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas

To eliminate the pain point associated with most processors, the Optim8 automatically guides users where to place the external microphone (KTX-CSP1) or built-in mic on the iPhone for accurate measurements that take only five minutes, Alpine said.

It works with a PC or iOS device.

The Auto-EQ software analyzes the vehicle’s acoustics and automatically corrects it (in both amplitude and phase domains). Then the user can choose a target curve that is applied in real time to adjust to their audio preferences. The processor uses software by Eilex PRISM,

“We’re excited to introduce the Alpine Optim8™ believing it will eliminate the pain points that are associated with most aftermarket processors,” said Mike Anderson, Executive Director at Alps Alpine North America.

The Optim8 has a built-in internal 8-channel amplifier and offers High-Resolution processing (96kHz/24Bit).

It delivers 50W x 6 @ 4Ω + 150W x 2 @4Ω or 50W x 6 @2Ω + 300W x 2@ 2Ω.    Digital inputs include Coax and USB (DAC) while a high-level speaker input of up to 30V allows the Optim8 to connect to a factory amplifier. Outputs include 8-channel 4V RCA.

Alpine said the processor differs from others on the market that use filter devices such as Infinite Impulse Response (IIR) or Finite Impulse Response (FIR) to measure and tune sound systems, the Optim8 uses a Variable-Resolution Impulse Response (VIR) that features a wide bandwidth for High-Resolution audio (10Hz – 48kHz @ 96kHz), which is better suited for High-Resolution systems. VIR filters also use lower MIPS (millions of instructions per second) for increased speed and accuracy during tuning, giving the Optim8 the ability to tune a system in under five minutes.

 The Alpine Optim8 PXE-C80-88 will be available in spring 2023.

Features:

  • Hi-Res Audio Playback (96kHz/24Bit)

  • Intuitive Realtime Sound Set-Up with 5 Minute Vehicle Self Tuning

  • Manual & Automatic Sound Tuning with PC App Control

  • Automatic Sound Tuning with iPhone App

  • Anti-EQ for OEM System (Eliminates Factory EQ Curve)

  • Auto-EQ Powered by Eilex PRISM® with APVD Collection which Quickly Creates a Flat Vehicle Response

  • 31 Band Parametric & Graphic EQ

  • Outputs: 8-Channel 4V RCA

  • Digital Inputs: Coax, USB (DAC)

  • Speaker Input: Up to 30V

  • Built-in Internal Amplifier: 50W x 6 @ 4Ω + 150Wx 2 @ 4Ω or 50W x 6 @ 2Ω + 300W x 2 @ 2Ω

  • Compatible with KTX-CSP1 Tuning Microphone (sold separately)

Article from CEOutlook.com

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