What’s New: Audio Products
Jan 1, 2004 12:00 PM
Subwoofer Systems
Phase Technology Corp.
www.phasetech.com
The Sub 200 and Sub 100 in-wall powered subwoofer systems deliver deep bass that brings added realism and impact to movies and music while staying out of sight inside almost any wall. These in-wall subwoofer systems provide an invisible home theater and music solution to dealers and customers. The patented positive-clamping system creates a rigid barrier around the speaker baffle, trapping vibrations to let the subwoofer rattle the senses and not the walls. The exclusive low-level linearity means the in-wall Sub 200 always pumps bass that’s deep and balanced, even at lower volumes.
Loudspeaker
Community Professional Loudspeakers
www.loudspeakers.net
The R.5HP full-range loudspeaker is a three-way, horn-loaded device engineered to deliver high output and maximum intelligibility from the confines of an extremely compact enclosure. The roto-molded, weather- and UV-resistant loudspeaker holds its pattern control down to 630 Hz and comes standard with integral stainless-steel mounting points and a passive crossover network. Central to the R.5HP’s high-octane performance is the coaxial packaging of the M200A midrange driver and the UC1 1-inch exit high-frequency transducer within the mouth of the loudspeaker’s 12-inch low-frequency horn. Together the M200A/UC1 combination is ideal for both voice-only and musical programs.
Surround-Sound Codecs
Cirrus Logic
www.cirrus.com
The CS42416, CS42426, CS42418, and CS42428 analog audio solutions are designed to give OEMs a range of surround-sound codecs that will deliver multichannel 192 kHz DVD-Audio capability while helping manufacturers accelerate their time to market in a range of digital consumer electronics markets, such as audio/video receivers, DVD receivers, home-theater systems, and automotive audio systems. By adopting the codecs for your designs, you can reduce overall system component count without compromising on performance. The codecs are offered in 6- and 8-channel versions, with each available in two performance categories: 110 dB and 114 dB dynamic range. All channels of the digital-to-analog converters provide digital volume control and differential analog outputs.
Subwoofer
Martin Audio
www.martin-audio.com
The WLX Hybrid is a high-performance subwoofer combining the high efficiency of horn loading with the bass extension of a reflex enclosure (106 dB, 1W at 1 meter). Smaller, lighter, and capable of being flown or ground stacked, the WLX provides high-output capability with extended low-frequency response to 35 Hz. A single ultralong excursion 18-inch (460 mm) driver with a 4-inch (100 mm) voice coil is front loaded through a hyperbolic horn. The rear of the driver is reflex loaded to extend the low-frequency output below the natural cutoff point of the horn.
Microphone
Sanken
www.plus24.net
The CS-1 short shotgun microphone employs the same technology as previous Sanken mics in a smaller, ultracompact housing. Sharp directivity delivers targeted sound while eliminating background noise. Measuring less than 8 inches in length, the CS-1 is for mounting on video and film cameras, and with a weight of 0.22 pounds, it is also easy to maneuver on boom poles. Using the company’s original square condenser capsule, the CS-1 has a flat frequency response beyond 20 kHz and accepts sound levels up to 137 dB.
Intercom Technology
Jeron Electronic Systems
www.jeron.com
Clearplex technology delivers the advantages of hands-free operation using full digital duplex communication. Clearplex uses powerful digital signal-processing (DSP) technology for true hands-free communication, giving you the ability to converse naturally and clearly. DSP technology automatically adjusts loud speaking levels and is for environments with excessive background noise such as high-traffic areas and parking garages. Clearplex is now available on Spectrum 430/460 digital intercoms.
Software
Symetrix
www.symetrixaudio.com
SymNet Designer 4.0 adds a new level of flexibility, sophistication, and capability to the SymNet platform. New features include a revamped system architecture with 1,000 presets, dynamic feedback control with Feedback Fighter and notch filter modules, additional levels of security, a power-failure indicator, and nine more matrix mixer modules. Improvements in navigation, labeling, communication, graphics, and firmware management contribute to easier and more straightforward system design and layout. SymNet now has digital I/O functionality because of the introduction of DigI/O 12×12DSP.
Speakers
Etrema Products
www.whispering-windows.com
Whispering Windows uses an advanced smart metal to inconspicuously transform any pane of glass or solid surface into a high-performance audio speaker, giving business owners the ability to attract customers with sound as well as sight. Using two devices resembling chrome-covered hockey pucks that attach to smooth surfaces, Whispering Windows emits music or recorded messages throughout an entire pane of glass or other solid surface, transforming whole storefronts into speakers. It allows smooth and steady sound to emanate from glass, steel, plaster, wood, and other solid surfaces. Furthermore, Whispering Windows can automatically adjust its volume according to other noises present.
Amplifier
Dynacord
www.dynacord.com
Weighing 17.97 pounds, the LX 2200 is two rack units in height and is rated at 2W by 1,100W. The secret of its compactness is in the combination of a switching power supply with Class H technology. A safeguard provided by the Soft Start relay system is a power-up delay to protect the power outputs and also limits current flow to eliminate the risk of blowing a fuse in the mains power supply. LX power amplifiers are equipped with ultra-high-speed audio processors that compare the output signal to the input signal and are capable of sending fresh control parameters to the limiter in the event of nonlinearity.
Receiver
Anchor Audio
www.anchoraudio.com
The UHF-6400 is a wireless receiver with 64 user-selectable UHF channels for ultrareliable reception. The UHF-6400 delivers true diversity reception with two independent RF sections for interference-resistant UHF band operation. Phase Lock Loop-synthesized reception further improves reliability. The UHF-6400 is designed for a full range of indoor and outdoor uses such as auditorium speeches, small-theater audio, gym sports announcements, and athletic-field marching-band instructions.
System Controller
BSS Audio
www.bss.co.uk
The FDS-366T sports a new generation of audio filters. These filters are comparable to Linkwitz-Riley 36 dB/octave and 48 db/octave but with improved performance and steeper rolloff slopes of 36 dB and 52 dB per octave, respectively. Distinct filter topology speeds up the rolloff slope. Like the Linkwitz-Riley topology, it maintains zero phase difference between adjacent bands throughout the crossover region (no polar pattern shift as frequencies move through the crossover region).
Equalizer
Rane Corp.
www.rane.com
The DEQ 60L stereo ⅓-octave digital graphic equalizer is the long-throw (45 mm) fader version of the model DEQ 60 ⅓-octave graphic equalizer previously introduced by the company. The digital signal path uses advanced DSP algorithms so that you can have the output magnitude response correspond exactly to the front-panel settings: true WYSIWYG. The patented technology trademarked Perfect-Q comes from the fact that the DSP calculates the perfect Q required to create the exact response dictated by the front-panel slider positions. The Perfect-Q design provides an unprecedented degree of adjustment.
Amplifiers
Inter-M Americas
www.inter-m.net
L Series amplifiers range in size from the 830W model L-800 up to the 2,400W model L-2400. Each occupying two rackspaces, the four 2-channel amplifiers within the product group are for any application requiring a lightweight, powerful chassis. To keep things cool, fan-forced air enters a front-panel intake port and exits through a rear-panel exhaust outlet. Safeguarding clip-limiting circuitry is additionally offered as standard equipment, as are a bevy of front-panel indicators monitoring output levels, power on/off, clipping, stereo, parallel, or bridged mono modes and activation of protective circuits.
Amplifier
AudioSource
www.phoenixgold.com
The Amp 100 is a 2-channel stereo amplifier rated at 50W per channel at 8ž, 61W per channel at 4ž, and bridgeable to mono for 134W into 8ž. It is for auxiliary output power for home-theater receivers or as a single-zone distribution amp. The amp features two pairs of stereo inputs with automatic priority source switching, one pair of stereo outputs, A and B speaker switching, and switchable auto-on signal sensing. The amp is available in black with balance and volume controls on the front panel.
Loudspeaker
Alcons Audio
www.alconsaudio.com
The LR16 is an active two-way line-source loudspeaker system to be used in vertical arrays, either in stacked or flown configuration. The compact and flexible design makes it ideal for small- to medium-size applications. With a maximum SPL of 135 dB per unit, the LR16 is also suitable for larger applications when used in extended arrays. The Ribbon system can be scaled from (part of) a large-scale long-throw arena system to an ultracompact single-cabinet system by changing four bolts of the revolvable waveguide.
Sound Cards
Altinex
www.altinex.com
The MT113-102 and the MT113-103 are power amplifier audio cards for the modular MultiTasker product line. The cards accept three stereo line level or microphone level signals with switched phantom power. Microphone inputs provide AGC control and limiting to avoid audio distortions and popping. The software programmable input mixing, output volume, bass, and treble control make it easy to configure these cards for specific applications.
