What’s New: Audio
Mar 1, 2005 12:00 PM
Acoustics First
Flat-panel Device
This new absorptive and sound-scattering panel is similar in style to a standard fabric-covered wall panel. The substrates have a pattern of holes in two layers. They are 180 degrees out-of-phase with each other and separated by a thin membrane.
2247 Tomlyn Street
Richmond, Va. 23230
(888) 765-2900
www.acousticsfirst.com
See us at booth 939
Marantz Professional
PMD660
The rugged, solid-state recorder features easy one-touch digital recording to cost-effective Compact Flash media cards for use in broadcast, government, faith, and education applications. It can record uncom-pressed WAV files at 44.1kHz or 48kHz and high-quality MP3 files in mono (at 64kbps) or in stereo (at 128kbps).
1100 Maplewood Drive
Itasca, Ill. 60143
(630) 741-0300
See us at booth 0447
NetStreams
DigiLinX
The IP-based multi-room audio system for home and commercial applications combines networking technologies and high-fidelity audio. The system converts audio from legacy sources such as tuners and CD players in realtime, allowing for distribution of up to 24-bit, studio-quality audio streams.
3600 W. Parmer Lane, Suite 100
Austin, Texas 78727
(512) 977-9393
www.netstreams.com
Architectural Acoustics
S-14 and S-24
This series of arrays and under-balcony loudspeakers is part of the Peavey Sanctuary series of audio products for houses of worship. The enclosures are available in white, black, and non-finished, stainable wood to match any décor. The series also features mounting and flying inserts for arranging in virtually any location. The SSE UB2 and UB4 quarter-spherical coverage arrays provide mid/high-frequency coverage for under-balcony, spot coverage, or delay use.
711 A Street
Meridian, Miss. 39301
(601) 483-5365
http://aa.peavey.com/
See us at booth 1007
Bose
Panaray LT MB24
This high-SPL modular bass loudspeaker is designed to complement Panaray LT mid/high loudspeakers. Sixteen steel hang points allow for easier rigging in a variety of configurations using industry-standard ATM flyware.
The Mountain MS233
Framingham, Mass. 01701
(877) 428-2673
www.bose.com
See us at booth 613
Astatic Commercial Audio
930VP
The continuously variable pickup pattern, push-to-talk, desktop boundary layer microphone features a programmable membrane switch, programmable power-up status, a bass rolloff switch, and security control cover for conferencing, edge-of-stage, and altar applications.
5970 Heisley Road #110
Mentor, Ohio 44060
(800) 421-3161
www.astatic.com/commercial
See us at booth 138
Astatic Commercial Audio
CTM-1000
The small diaphragm condenser microphone includes selectable 10dB pad and bass rolloff for premium choral and instrument reinforcement and diverse studio applications.
5970 Heisley Road #110
Mentor, Ohio 44060
(800) 421-3161
www.astatic.com/commercial
See us at booth 138
Audio-Technica U.S.
2000 Series
With the frequency-agile UHF wireless systems, Audio-Technica makes setup easy and provides automatic scanning, clear sound quality, dependable performance, true diversity reception, user-selectable channels, and other advanced features at an affordable price. The systems include receiver and handheld mic/transmitter or body-pack.
1221 Commerce Drive
Stow, Ohio 44224
(330) 686-2600
www.audio-technica.com
See us at booth 513
Sabine
GRAPHI-Q2
The GRAPHI-Q2 includes eight DSP functions, including a 31-band graphic EQ with ±6dB or 12dB range. The audio solution also features Sabine’s patented FBX Feedback Exterminator with up to 12 new FBX SmartFilters and Quick & Quiet Setup modes, as well as a full-featured 1×2 crossover with Bessel, Linkwitz-Reily, and Butterworth filters and slopes of up to 48dB. Single-channel units have two outputs with independent processing for maximum system flexibility.
13301 NW US Highway 441
Alachua, Fla. 32615
(386) 418-2000
www.sabine.com
See us at booth 315
Astatic Commercial Audio
CTM-1500VP
The continuously variable pickup pattern, large diaphragm condenser microphone includes selectable 20dB pad and bass rolloff stand adapter, a shock mount, and a carrying case for premium choral and instrument reinforcement as well as diverse studio applications.
5970 Heisley Road #110
Mentor, Ohio 44060
(800) 421-3161
www.astatic.com/commercial
See us at booth 138
Atlas Sound
Atlas/Varizone Improved IP Address System
Used in many large installations worldwide, Varizone technology has proven to be a stable and reliable platform for health care, airport, and other large-scale public address applications where complex audio zoning and routing are required.
1601 Jack McKay Blvd.
Ennis, Texas 75119
(800) 876-3333
See us at booths 0201, 0301
Atlas Sound
DLS4
This economical loudspeaker package is affordable and easy to install, and designed for low-ceiling applications (typically less than 12ft.), especially airport applications.
1601 Jack McKay Blvd.
Ennis, Texas 75119
(800) 876-3333
See us at booths 0201, 0301
Crest Audio
HP-Eight
The professional mixing console is available in portable 24-channel and 32-channel frames, in addition to installation-size 40-, 48-, and 56-channel frames for use in a variety of medium-capacity live performance venues and houses of worship. The console features four-band, double-swept mid EQ; eight analog subgroups; two-channel matrix; full talkback and monitor systems; and four-channel scene mute.
16-00 Pollitt Drive
Fair Lawn, N.J. 07410
(201) 909-8700
www.crestaudio.com
See us at booth 1001
Audio-Technica U.S.
AT892 MicroSet
The new microminiature omnidirectional condenser head-worn mic delivers low-profile, high-performance audio, with a capsule diameter of 2.5mm. The headset hooks behind either the right or left ear. The mic includes a cable clip, moisture guard, windscreens, element covers, and a carrying case.
1221 Commerce Drive
Stow, Ohio 44224
(330) 686-2600
www.audio-technica.com
See us at booth 513
Aviom
AN-16/i-M
The audio networking system allows mic signals to be used with the AN-series digital snake products as well as the Pro16 monitor mixing system. Individual phantom power, phase invert, high-pass filter, and gain control are provided per channel.
1157 Phoenixville Pike, Suite 201
West Chester, Pa. 19380
(610) 738-9005
www.aviom.com
See us at booth 1947
Biamp Systems
OP2e
The audio signal processing output card offers six levels of full-scale output, a more precise ability to match output with input, and improved signal-to-noise ratio in a networked audio system.
10074 SW Arctic Drive
Beaverton, Ore. 97005
(800) 826-1457
www.biamp.com
See us at booth 509
Biamp Systems
Audia v3.6 with Event Scheduler
Version 3.6 of the signal-processing software includes an event scheduler block to enhance automation of time-dictated functions. It can accommodate up to eight layers of events, allowing users to design complex sets of totally automatic time-dependent functions.
10074 SW Arctic Dr. Beaverton, Ore. 97005
(800) 826-1457
www.biamp.com
See us at booth 509
Architectural Acoustics
SSE Series
The mixers, part of the Peavey Sanctuary series, are designed specifically for houses of worship. The S-14 is a 14-channel, rack-mountable mixing console, while the S-24 (shown) is a 24-channel desktop console. The mixers feature an automatic mixing function on the first four channels to minimize ambient noise and feedback and a built-in automatic digital feedback elimination system on the main and monitor 1 outputs.
711 A Street Meridian, Miss. 39301
(601) 483-5365
http://aa.peavey.com/
See us at booth 1007
Australian Monitor
AMIS480P
The multichannel booster amplifier offers four independent channels each delivering 80W into 4Ω or 70/100V line. Engineered with maximum attention to channel isolation, with individual ground-lift switches and level control for each channel, the amplifier will operate as four individual amplifiers in a 2RU rack space.
1 Enterprise Drive
Old Lyme, Conn. 06371
(860) 434-9190
www.australianmonitor.com.au/
See us at booth 425
Bose
FreeSpace 3
The omni pendant mount kit allows users to integrate a flush-mount FreeSpace 3 Acoustimass bass module and four surface satellites to create a single, full-range loudspeaker designed for high ceilings.
The Mountain MS233
Framingham, Mass. 01701
(877) 428-2673
www.bose.com
See us at booth 613
Crest Audio
CM Series
The four-channel CM 2204 and eight-channel CM 2208 power amplifiers allow low impedance or 70V operation at the same power levels without switching for multichannel applications in nightclubs, restaurants, hotels, retail stores, and video-conferencing systems. Each amplifier in the chassis will operate to rated power, regardless of impedance connected, from 4V to 70V line systems.
16-00 Pollitt Drive
Fair Lawn, N.J. 07410S
(201) 909-8700
www.crestaudio.com
See us at booth 1001
Crown International
Commercial Audio Series
The 180 MA, 280 MA, 1160 MA mixer amplifiers from Crown International provide 4V and constant-voltage outputs for commercial and industrial audio. Typical uses include paging, background music, security, and evacuation instructions.
1718 W. Mishawaka Road
Elkhart, Ind. 46517
(574) 294-8000
www.crownaudio.com
See us at booth 1915
TASCAM
CD-RW2000 and CD-RW402
The TASCAM CD-RW2000 and CD-RW402 CD recorders have been re-released for installation in systems that require CD recording. The CD-RW2000 is a professional CD recorder with balanced XLR inputs and outputs, AES/EBU and S/PDIF digital connections, word clock I/O, and a built-in sample rate converter. The CD-RW402 is both a CD recorder and a CD duplicator, with a built-in player for 4X CD duplication and a parallel control port.
7733 Telegraph Road
Montebello, Calif. 90640
(323) 726-0303
www.tascam.com
See us at booth 721
Denon
DN-D6000
The new rack-mountable professional dual CD/MP3 player offers an extensive MP3 feature set, including seamless looping with B Point Trim, scratching, hot starts, and MP3 effects; constant or variable bit rate encoding up to 320kbps for use by mobile DJs and club DJs, or in bars and restaurants.
1100 Maplewood Drive
Itasca, Ill. 60143
(630) 741-0330
www.denondj.com
See us at booth 447
DMX MUSIC
ProFusion D
The system now provides businesses with 30 hours of music delivered in a reliable, long-form playback and cost-effective solution. It is easier to sell and has higher margins than a CD player, and supports messaging on-hold.
11400 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 1100
Los Angeles, Calif. 90064
(310) 444-1744
www.dmxmusic.com
See us at booth 101
Rane Corporation
MA 4
The multichannel amplifier automatically adjusts its settings to be reliable and accurate in demanding applications.
10802 47th Ave. W. Mukilteo, Wash. 98275
(425) 355-6000
www.rane.com
See us at booth 704
Digidesign
Venue
The Venue digital production environment is intended for mixing live concerts, church sound, corporate AV, theater, and similar applications. It provides up to 96 inputs by 48 outputs, with optional links to Pro Tools recording systems via FireWire and TDM connections. The system runs TDM plug-ins onboard, eliminating the reliance on outboard processing hardware. Unique Personal Cue (PQ) controllers interface with Venue to allow each musician on stage to participate in his or her own monitor mix.
2001 Junipero Serra Blvd.
Daly City, Calif. 94014
(650) 731-6300
www.digidesign.com
See us at booth 2037
InnovaSON
Sy48
The digital console is suited for mixing front-of-house or monitors and fixed installations, such as broadcast trucks, radio studios, theaters, or houses of worship. As a standalone console, it may be equipped with up to six eight-channel audio cards and is typically configured with 48 local inputs (32 mic, 16 line) and 32 local outputs (16 processed, 16 line).
1 Enterprise Drive
Old Lyme, Conn. 06371
(860) 434-9190
www.innovason.com
See us at booth 425
J.W. Davis & Co.
DA-120M Master Series
The 120W amplifier features dipswitch programmable inputs, six mics/aux, phantom power, XLR and screw terminals, and three independent inputs. Volume controls are mounted on the rear panel: sound masking, telephone page, music-on-hold. The amplifier comes with a five-year warranty.
3030 Canton Street
Dallas, Texas 75226
(800) 527-5705
www.jwd.com
See us at booth 0605
Lectrosonics
TH4
The telephone interface seamlessly integrates the telephone line signals into the mixing and routing matrix. Feature highlights include acoustic and line echo cancellers on the POTS and the codec. Also included is a DTMF dialer, two-wire/four-wire bridging, and far-end AGC. The echo-canceling window extends up to 200ms delay time.
581 Laser Road NE
Rio Rancho, N.M. 87124
(800) 821-1121
www.lectrosonics.com
See us at booth 814
J.W. Davis & Co.
DMC-16
The 16-channel stereo console mixer provides mono/four stereo input channels, 3-band EQ, peak LEDs, and a low-cut filter for use in schools, churches, meeting rooms, and commercial applications. The console comes with a one-year warranty.
3030 Canton Street
Dallas, Texas 75226
(800) 527-5705
www.jwd.com
See us at booth 0605
L-Acoustics US
KUDO
The new line source array features proprietary Wavefront Sculpture Technology (WST), which can now be performed on both the vertical and horizontal planes.
2201 East Celsius Avenue
Oxnard, Calif. 93030
(805) 604-0577
www.l-acoustics.com
See us at booth 0325
L-Acoustics US
115XT HiQ
The loudspeaker enclosure combines the advantages of coaxial technology with the pattern control of conical waveguide loading, for use in high-SPL applications.
2201 East Celsius Avenue
Oxnard, Calif. 93030
(805) 604-0577
www.l-acoustics.com
See us at booth 0325
FiberPlex
LightViper
The military-grade digital snake system consists of two 1U electronic rack-mount units (VIM-1808 and VIM-0808) and a fiber-optic cable. The VIM-1808 accepts either four AES3 digital inputs or eight line-level analog inputs. The outputs consist of four AES3 digital outputs and eight line-level analog outputs. The VIM-0808 is identical to the VIM-1808 except the latter has both clock input and output, whereas the 0808 has clock only output.
10840-412 Guilford Road Annapolis Junction, Md. 20701
(301) 604-0100
www.fiberplex.com
See us at booth 0918
L-Acoustics US
Soundvision V1.2.0
L-Acoustics’ first 3D sound design program operates in realtime, with an intuitive graphical user interface that enables users to calculate sound-pressure levels (SPL) and coverage mapping for complex sound system or venue configurations.
2201 East Celsius Avenue
Oxnard, Calif. 93030
(805) 604-0577
www.l-acoustics.com
See us at booth 0325
Mackenzie Laboratories
DVCD-2000
The CD autoload message-on-hold system makes creating and updating messages as easy as burning a CD and inserting it into the system. It records the material from the CD to non-volatile Flash memory for continuous, reliable playback.
1163 Nicole Court
Glendora, Calif. 91740
(909) 394-9007
www.macklabs.com
See us at booth 817
Mackenzie Laboratories
DV-2000 MTS/LR
The digital autoload storecaster seamlessly combines professionally produced or locally recorded marketing messages with an external music source to enhance shopping or on-hold experiences.
1163 Nicole Court
Glendora, Calif. 91740
(909) 394-9007
www.macklabs.com
See us at booth 817
Allen & Heath
PL-10
The compact mixer interface for the company’s iDR range of programmable DSP distributed audio solutions features eight rotary encoders, LED ladders, and 16 configurable switches, making it possible to mix live events within the iDR system. The new iDR System Manager version 3.5 provides support for the new PL-10 module, including the ability to program personal monitor and foldback mixing.
Kernick Industrial Estate
Penryn, Cornwall
TR10 9LU
+44 870 755 6250
www.allen-heath.com
See us at booth 0331
Posh Speaker Systems
Posh Solutions Series
The chambered in-ceiling speakers in the Posh Solutions series allow commercial contractors and residential installers to switch between 70/100V or 8Ω operation. Each speaker is equipped with a pivoting tweeter. The 4.0 version features a 4in. driver, the mid-sized 5.0 version a 5.25in. coaxial driver, and the high-end 6.0 version a 6.5in. coaxial driver.
7861 NE Day Road W Bainbridge Island, Wash. 98110
(800) 841-8501
www.poshspeakers.com
See us at booth 1329
SLS Loudspeakers
HT2400
The 5.1 surround sound system incorporates two 8in. HT28RT floor-standing speakers; one HT28R-C, a horizontal version of the 8in. HT28R, for the center channel speaker; two 8in. HT8Rs as rear-channel speakers; and two PSS12 12in. powered subwoofers. The system features planar ribbon driver technology for clear articulation and realistic imaging.
3119 South Scenic
Springfield, Mo. 65807
(417) 883-4549
www.slsloudspeakers.com
See us at booth 1135
Lab.gruppen
C Series
The range of high-performance multichannel power amplifiers (distributed by TC Electronic in the United States) feature integrated network capability, patented Class TD, and regulated switch mode power supplies for permanent installation.
5706 Corsa Avenue, Suite 107
Westlake Village, Calif. 91362
(818) 665-4906
See us at booth 936
Symetrix
Adaptive Remote Control (ARC)
The line of modular, RS-485-based remote control wall panels for the SymNet Audio Matrix platform will be supported in SymNet Designer version 5.5 for Windows. In various combinations, these new additions can address a number of installed sound system control applications, including preset switching, volume control, priority paging, and room combining. The ARC-SWK is pictured.
6408 216th Street SW
Mountlake Terrace, Wash. 98043
(425) 778-7728
www.symetrixaudio.com
See us at booth 217
dbx Professional Products
DriveRack 4800
The system processor features a 96kHz processing engine, standard digital I/O, and new algorithms including dbx’s Advanced Feedback Suppression (AFS) to enable the front-of-house engineer, monitor engineer, and systems design contractor to control any live sound reinforcement situation. The unit utilizes four analog and AES/EBU inputs, with eight analog and AES/EBU outputs, and features HiQnet protocol for monitoring and controlling signal routing.
8760 South Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070
(801) 568-7660
www.dbxpro.com
See us at booth 0913
MediaMatrix
NION
The programmable digital audio processing node features a SHARC Hammerhead DSP engine and a modular I/O scheme to support a variety of optional plug-in cards for professional and commercial audio and communications applications. Four module bays support up to 32 simultaneous analog audio channels, while the integrated CobraNet port provides another 64 channels for a total of 96 simultaneous configurable audio channels.
711 A Street
Meridian, Miss. 39301
(601) 483-5365
http://mediamatrix.peavey.com/
See us at booth 1007
TCS Audio
TL1200/TL1200S
The TL1200 medium-format line array speaker features a full-range cabinet with two 12in. neodymiums, four 6in., and three 1in. HF B & C drivers. The TL1200S sub provides two 12in. B & C drivers.
12340 World Trade Drive
San Diego, Calif. 92128
(858) 487-1600
www.tcsaudio.com
See us at booth N 210 D
TCS Audio
TCS2500
This full-range three-way speaker is suited for medium- to far-throw applications. It features two 15in., two 8in. and one 2in. HF B&C drivers. The speaker is made from 13- and 26-ply Baltic Birch. The trapezoidal shape matches the TCS2800 and TCS1800.
12340 World Trade Drive
San Diego, Calif. 92128
(858) 487-1600
www.tcsaudio.com
See us at booth N 210 D
Turbosound
Aspect TA-880
Turbosound is now shipping the three-way mid-high enclosure and complementary TA-880L low-frequency cabinet designed for ground-stacked touring and fixed installation applications. The loudspeaker system delivers seamless arrayability, as well as a peak SPL of 146dB at 95Hz to 20kHz from small and manageable cabinets. The system also features fast and simple rigging, low weight, and a convenient truck pack.
1 Enterprise Drive
Old Lyme, Conn. 06371
(860) 434-9190
www.turbosound.com
See us at booth 425
American Music & Sound (AM&S)
NetCIRA
These network audio products are compliant with IEEE 802.3x and utilize standard Ethernet 100BaseTX switching and Cat-5 cabling for the distribution of up to 64 channels of high-quality audio. The series comprises the 19in. rack-mounting hybrid master/slave MS-8 unit and a variety of ES slave devices.
Agoura Business Center East
5304 Derry Avenue, Suite C
Agoura Hills, Calif. 91301
(800) 431-2609
www.americanmusicsound.com
See us at booth 0331
Applied Media Technologies
Business Equipment Package for Sirius Satellite Music
This package includes a plug-and-play Sirius receiver, a commercial-duty outdoor antenna, and 100ft. of low-loss coaxial cable. The system provides more than 65 commercial-free music channels to businesses.
4091 AMTC Center Drive
Clearwater, Fla. 33764
(800) 741-2682
www.amtc.com
See us at booth 1752
Yamaha Corporation of America
DME24N and DME64N
Free downloads of DME24N V1.1 and DME64N V1.1 programmable DSP processors are currently available at www.yamahaproaudio.com. Several new components provide more flexibility, including a processor with up to 43 four-stereo SPX series effects and a freeze effect to provide up to one minute of 16-bit stereo WAV file playback.
P.O. Box 6600
Buena Park, Calif. 90622
714-522-9011
www.yamaha.com/proaudio
See us at booth 0709
Yamaha Corporation of America
Installation Series
The line of sound reinforcement speaker products includes 19 models with seam-lessly integrated enclosures, hardware, components, and crossover networks, engineered for the medium-to-large-scale touring and integration markets. The entire series provides uniform phase response so users can mix and match any number or type of speakers without hot spots and dead areas due to interference and cancellation.
P.O. Box 6600
Buena Park, Calif. 90622
(714) 522-9011
www.yamaha.com/proaudio
See us at booth 0709
TASCAM
DV-RA1000
The recorder allows users to record more than five hours of CD-quality audio to DVD+RW for capturing performances or meetings. In addition, the recorder offers Sony’s DSD format. The DV-RA1000 can also operate as a professional CD recorder, recording standard audio CDs for studio or meeting room installations.
7733 Telegraph Road
Montebello, Calif. 90640
(323) 726-0303
www.tascam.com
See us at booth 721
