GRAS releases new production line mic

Acoustic testing instrument maker GRAS Sound & Vibration has debuted a new miniature production line microphone fitted with the company’s proprietary EQset technology.

According to GRAS, the GRAS EQ 40PM-1 microphone will make advanced testing of high-frequency content and accurate testing of louder products available to a larger audience, enabling more audio manufacturers to match the development of new high-end audio products.

GRAS added that the microphone’s superior stability helps reduce measurement uncertainty and limits the risk of false passes and false failures on the production line, ultimately increasing product quality and trust with customers.

GRAS said the production line mic was especially suited to advanced audio test settings with a focus on cost efficiency.

According to GRAS, EQset technology provides a number of advances in acoustic testing including higher environmental stability and a reduction in production line downtime.

Rémi Guastavino, director of product management at GRAS Sound & Vibration, said: “The reception of the first microphones with EQset technology has been completely overwhelming. But where everyone saw good, we aimed for greatness when we began development of the EQ 40PM-1.

“Looking at its specs, I can say with confidence that we have succeeded in giving audio manufacturers new business opportunities and a chance to move up in the value chain by lowering the price of precision.”