What's New: Audio Technology

Oct 1, 2004 12:00 PM

Amplifier

Extron Electronics www.extron.com

The MPA 122 is a compact stereo power amplifier designed for small integration solutions with moderate sound system requirements. The MPA 122 is a step up from a basic classroom system using built-in video projector speakers. Using digital amplification technology for high efficiency, the MPA 122 delivers 12W (RMS) per channel into 4ž and 7W (RMS) into 8ž, ideal for driving four 8ž ceiling speakers, two in parallel per channel. The MPA 122 accepts balanced and unbalanced stereo inputs, and outputs stereo or dual mono, all on captive screw connectors.

Loudspeakers

EAW
www.eaw.com

The AX Series loudspeakers are engineered to array seamlessly, with a triaxial design that incorporates a new coaxial MF/HF driver. The AX's coaxial MF/HF driver combines an 8-inch cone and a 1.4-inch exit compression driver into sealed aluminum chassis that acts as the heat sink for the entire assembly. Both drivers share a single neodymium magnet, reducing weight. A pair of 12-inch woofers are located on opposite ends of the enclosure, creating an acoustic origin on axis with the coaxial MF/HF driver.

Teleconferencing System

ClearOne Communications
www.clearone.com

The RAV (pronounced rave) is a complete audioconferencing system that fits a range of applications. It can be used as a higher-quality alternative to tabletop conference phones for standalone audioconferencing, to enhance the audio for videoconferencing, or as a group audio interface for Webconferencing. The RAV was designed to bridge the price-versus-performance gap between professionally installed audio systems and tabletop conferencing phones. The RAV features the same key audio technologies as ClearOne's XAP products, but the company simplified the programming and setup required in fully installed systems.

Software

Looney Productions, LLC
www.moaec.com

MOAEC (Music Organizer and Entertainment Center) combines the key features of cable, satellite, CD players, jukeboxes, burners, radio stations, disc jockeys, and music software programs in one, user-friendly entertainment center. The technology automatically organizes and then stores audio CDs and digital music files onto any computer for immediate playback and custom programming. MOAEC increases productivity and sales while enhancing atmosphere for businesses, homes, automobiles, and so on. The invention is positioned to organize and play back all forms of digital media, including music, videos, movies, books, pictures, and games.

Loudspeakers

TOA Electronics
www.toaelectronics.com

The ME Series is available in two models: the ME-160 two-way reference monitor (6.3-inch cone driver and 1-inch soft dome tweeter) and the ME-120 full-range reference monitor (4.7-inch full-range cone driver). Both models offer high power handling (90W continuous), flat frequency response, and magnetic shielding for AV applications such as executive boardrooms, corporate training facilities, and other applications requiring high-quality audio. These speakers include removable grilles, gold-plated speaker terminals, and optional mounting hardware.