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Tech Roundup: Acoustics and Sound Masking
The art and science of acoustics and sound masking has made huge strides in the past decade. The advances in aesthetics, ease of installation and active applications have gone...
Audio
Audio
d&b audiotechnik rolls out Soundscape updates
The latest updates are designed to offer greater functionality and flexibility
Audio
AMS Neve launches Neve 8424 console
Aimed at project studios and educational facilities, the new Neve 8424 is an analog desk for an in-the-box world.
Audio
Adamson launches CS-Series loudspeakers, software, more
Adamson Systems Engineering has launched its new CS-Series sub-compact loudspeakers with onboard amplification and DSP, plus Milan-ready AVB connectivity.
Audio
Waves Unveils Commercial Audio Product Line
New CA1000 and CA2000 Commercial Audio DSP engines mark the launch of new Waves Commercial Audio product line.
Microphones
Wireless Microphones 2020: Tech Roundup
One of the more technically and politically dynamic areas of AV has become the wireless microphone spectrum and its challenges work at the center of licensed and unlicensed system...
Loudspeakers
Portable PAs 2020: Tech Roundup
As I pull this roundup together from lockdown in Cali, where I’m privileged to be able to stay home, I’m binge-streaming favorite live concerts, some of which I attended....
Resources
Whitepaper: Connecting Yamaha Dante devices with other AES67 devices
General instructions to connect Yamaha Dante devices with 3rd party non-Dante AES67 devices.
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Zigen IP-Logic
Zigen announced IP-Logic last year as “the first plug and play AV over IP platform to include its own proprietary audio matrix.” IP-Logic transmitter/ receiver units support streaming of...
Loudspeakers
Installed Ceiling Speakers 2020: Tech Roundup
Many of the significant advances in speaker design and control technology in recent years have centered on the development of modern pro ceiling speakers systems. They remain one of...
News
Huawei to launch smart speaker built by Devialet in Europe
It doesn't actually have a voice assistant but it does have bass and volume.
News
d&b audiotechnik introduces installation-specific KSLi System at ISE 2020
New d&b KSLi system is powered by 40D high performance installation amplifier; on display at ISE (7-C210).
Audio
L-Acoustics Kara II with Panflex debuts
After 10 years and 45,000 Kara loudspeakers sold, L-Acoustics updates the line with Kara II.
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RDL SF-PA50A
The RDL SF-PA50A is a 50-watt audio power amplifier that converts one analog input to a 70 V or 100 V constant voltage amplified output. An analog audio source...
Microphones
Audix Dante/AES67 Integrated Microphone System
This is an easy-to-install system that consists of two Dante | AES67 microphone interface models and RJ45-equipped versions of Audix’ popular mics including the M3 tri-element hanging microphone; the...
Audio
Solid State Logic debuts two inexpensive USB desktop interfaces
The SSL 2 and 2+ are pitched at the amateur/consumer/home producer but could be an option for small school or church studios too. Or your home studio.
Audio
PreSonus Launches StudioLive ARc Series
The new line of PreSonus StudioLive ARc Series consoles includes three models ranging from $499 to $699.
News
Stocking Stuffer: Avid S1 Control Surface Ships
Announced last summer, the Avid S1 control surface, intended for use in smaller facilities and project/home studios, has started shipping.
News
Ardian acquires Audiotonix
Investment group Ardian is acquiring the parent company of SSL, Calrec, DiGiCo, Klang, and Allen & Heath.
Industry
Ode to Ampex: Resurrecting an Audio Dinosaur, Part 3
By Steve La Cerra, Mixonline. In which there is deep cleaning and soldering of connectors.
Industry
Ode to Ampex: Resurrecting An Audio Dinosaur, Part 4
By Steve La Cerra, Mixonline. PCBs and DIY metal
ProAV Today
Behringer’s RD-8 is an emulation of Roland’s classic TR-808
Behringer has rolled out a lot of synth clones, but probably the standout is the emulation of the iconic Roland TR-808, which is now available/ As with all these...
ProAV Today
Behringer launches TD-3 clone of the Roland TB-303
The Behringer pipeline of synth clones continues with the TD-3, an analog bass line synthesizer that’s more or less a clone of Roland’s classic TB-303. It’s not called the...
5G
FCC to auction C-band spectrum for 5G
Chairman Ajit Pai supports auctioning mid-band spectrum for 5G rather than allowing satellite companies to sell licenses privately to carriers.
Audio
Tech Showcase: Conference Mics and Systems
There was a day when dim, blinking video and slightly distorted or reverberant sound was good enough, almost expected, in conferencing environments. Hey, it’s just a conference, not a...
Microphones
SLIDESHOW: Boundary Microphones and Automixers
Plug it in, lay it on the table and it works. Boundary mics have long been the perfect solution for conference rooms where no one wants to wear their...
Audio
Tech Showcase: Boundary Microphones and Automixers
Plug it in, lay it on the table and it works. Boundary mics have long been the perfect solution for conference rooms where no one wants to wear their...
Audio
SLIDESHOW: Power Amplifiers
Power amplifiers have evolved to become smart and intense in the image of those who design and manufacture them. As channel density and power handling have gotten more efficient,...
Audio
Tech Showcase: Power Amplifiers
Power amplifiers have evolved to become smart and intense in the image of those who design and manufacture them. As channel density and power handling have gotten more efficient,...
Audio
Tech Showcase: Mixing Consoles and Audio Processors
Whether the project is live or installed sound, whether it calls for a customized solution or an off-the-shelf option that provides ease of use and no learning curve, there...
Audio
Tech Showcase: Acoustics and Sound Masking
The latest advances in plastics, molding and active acoustical environment creation have propelled the field of acoustics and sound masking into very competitive territory. There is now a wide...
Reviews
Audio Review: Shure Axient Digital Wireless
Stellar RF and Audio Performance in the 470-636 MHz Band
Microphones
Tech Showcase: Wireless Mics
Are you ready for July 13, 2020? That’s the date the Federal Communications Commission has set for wireless microphones to cease operation in the 600 MHz service band —...
The Wire
L-Acoustics Acquires DeltaLive UK
L-Acoustics, a worldwide leader in premium professional sound solutions, and L-Acoustics Group, a family of companies focused on the design, manufacture and commercialization of L-Acoustics sound systems, proudly announce...
Audio
Shure Debuts TwinPlex Subminiature Mics
Las Vegas, NV (April 9, 2019)—At the 2019 NAB Show, Shure’s senior global product manager John Born had the honor of finally showing off the shipping product that has...
New Products
Seymour-Screen Excellence Taps AXPONA to Demo TRIM Budget Motorized Masking Film Screen System with Audio/Videophile Enlightor Neo Acoustically Transparent Surface
Ames, IA – April 10, 2019 – At AXPONA 2019, reference-grade made-in-USA film screen brand Seymour-Screen Excellence will be demonstrating its new TRIM™ motorized masking film screen outfitted with...
The Wire
Elite Multimedia Productions and PixelFLEX LED announce Open House
Nashville-based industry leaders team up at a free event showcasing the latest entertainment and design specification solutions for the live production and installation markets
The Wire
Royal Albert Hall transforms the listening experience with d&b audiotechnik
United Kingdom 08.04.19.German audio technology and solutions company d&b audiotechnik today announced the official public debut of its newly installed permanent sound solution for London’s world renowned Royal Albert...
The Wire
Extron ships the industry’s first adjustable width sound bar
Anaheim, California (March 27, 2019) – Extron is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the SB 33 A Adjustable Width Sound Bar, uniquely designed to enhance the audio...
The Wire
Renkus-Heinz Delivers Critical Performance at Congress Centrum Suhl
Suhl, Thuringia, Germany—April 2019… For hundreds of years, arts venues in Europe were designed to have acoustics that supported the type of performance to which each was dedicated. Theaters...
New Products
DiGiCo Exhibits New DMI Option, SD Software Upgrades, and KLANG Integration at NAB 2019
Photo above: The DiGiCo SD12 displaying a beta version of the new KLANG integration on its left screen with the SD12 96 upgrade screen visible on the right With...
