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USA - Digigram is presenting the LX1616ES PCI network sound card with DirectSound and ASIO drivers for the first time at InfoComm 2008 in Las Vegas.

Little sister to the proven LX6464ES sound card which can exchange simultaneously 64 channels from and 64 channels to an EtherSound network, the LX1616ES can transmit and receive up to sixteen EtherSound channels, thus connecting computer-based audio applications to a 100Mb/s EtherSound network via a single Cat 5 cable.

The LX1616ES is designed for direct-to-disk applications that don't necessarily require as many as 64 channels, but still require maximum flexibility to play and/or record selected ES-100 audio channels using just a single Cat 5 cable. A scaled-down version of the LX6464ES, LX1616ES offers a starting point for price-sensitive applications, particularly since it can be upgraded on the fly from a 16/16 channel count

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Italy - FaitalPRO has re-launched "a significantly improved woofer model already present on catalogue" and unveiled a new mid-woofer.

Flavio Naggi, overseas sales manager of FaitalPRO states: "Knowing how to transform the research of our internal R&D department into concrete economic value applied on both new products, as well as on continuous improvements in already existing ones, is a real priority for us: That is why we never stop, not even when we are satisfied with what we have created."

Improvements have been made to the FaitalPRO 18" woofer model 18FH500. The result is that now this woofer is able to sustain a 100W more than the previously declared power, climbing from 500 to 600W of nominal power.

The new FaitalPRO 10HP1020 mid-woofer boasts two spiders, and a small sized membrane compared to the classic subs, with a 4" voice coil.

(Ji

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UK - An exhibitor at the very first ABTT Show in 1978, White Light returned to the thirtieth anniversary of this show last week.

A central feature of the stand was the EvenLED cyc-lighting system, already supplied by White Light to one major musical and "in demand from many more shows". A metre-square tile containing 16 super-wide-angle three-colour LEDs, each individually controllable, EvenLED is designed to be built into an array behind a BP screen; there it can evenly light a cyc at a throw as low as 25cm, creating an array of bright colours or - because each pixel is individually controllable - rainbows, clouds, graduations, colour wipes and more.

Also on stand were products from White Light (including the White Light Snow Machine and the VSFX Optical Effect System), plus products from the many companies for which White Light is the exclusive UK's distributor, in

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UK - Leisuretec Distribution Ltd has secured the first shipment of the newly launched Cloud DCM-1 eight channel digitally controlled mixer.

The DCM-1 is Cloud's first ever microprocessor controlled multi zoner, providing space-conscious sound installations with a high level of flexibility without the need of a PC. Leisuretec Distribution received the first shipment to leave the production line of the Sheffield based manufacturer this month.

"As with all Cloud products initial demand for the DCM-1 is expected to be high," said Leisuretec CEO Mike Henden. "Leisuretec customers want innovative products on demand and we have taken action by further increasing our Cloud stock to ensure Leisuretec can continue to deliver Cloud products with speed and efficiency."

Leisuretec has a policy of in house training, with experienced Cloud products specialist Brian Payn

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UK - Gearhouse In2Structures has launched a new Dome temporary venue. This is a versatile structure that can be transformed and configured according to the show or event and the client's requirements.

Fully portable, when in its circular format, the Dome's aesthetics make the space suitable for numerous uses, including as a nightclub, wedding venue, for conferences, banqueting, product launches and corporate events. It's also suited for use as a roof top structure, says the company.<>P>The structure is supported by trusses anchored directly into the ground and comes with full structural certification in all configurations.

The new wider arch opens the Dome venue's width to 25.7m (allowing for additional banqueting tables when used in that context) and increases the maximum roof height to 12m. A broader curve at the apex of the arch increases the rigging and hanging capacities

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Australia - LSC has announced the release of Version 3 software for the maXim range of consoles. More than 30 bug fixes and enhancements have been made to improve the console's functionality and ease of use, says the company.

New features in the software include support for USB flash drives and MIDI and support for trackball control of pan and tilt control will be added soon. The console's fixture library size has been significantly increased by a factor of five to cater for the larger Fixture Templates found today and the number if fixtures it can now hold is up from 64 to 128 fixtures.

Also included in the new release is a complete rewrite of the console's memory and performance monitoring system. This, and over two months of testing, has resulted in the most stable software system to date. The latest software, for all sizes of maXim, can be downloaded from the LSC website.<

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Belgium - Barco is unveiling a broad array of new products at this year's InfoComm 2008 (18-20 June, Las Vegas).

Headlining at this year's show is the introduction of the FLM HD20 (1,980 x 1,080 resolution, 20,000 centre lumens) and FLM R22+ (1,400 x 1,050 resolution, 22,000 centre lumens), two new high brightness additions to the FLM projector family. Together with the existing features of the FLM series, these additions incorporate new technology which ensures minimal maintenance costs, increased light efficiency and reduction of overall power consumption, says the company.

During development of the new projectors, Barco also designed a new universal lamp housing for the whole family of FLM projectors. This new lamp housing offers advantages over the previous housings such as increased brightness with less power consumption, enhanced image quality and reduction of the overal

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USA - JBL has added five new models to its premium Control Contractor 40 Series at InfoComm 08 (18020 June, Las Vegas). The new Control Contractor 40 Series premium in-ceiling specialty loudspeakers incorporate JBL's conical Radiation Boundary Integrator (RBI) technology, adapted from JBL's groundbreaking Vertec series line array loudspeakers, and providing "exceptionally broad and consistent pattern control with superior sonic performance".

Three of the new models - the Control 47C/T, Control 47LP and Control 47HC - incorporate RBI, which combines a large-diameter, high-frequency waveguide and low-frequency projection apertures that work together to provide "extremely consistent pattern control and coverage", say JBL. The other two models are the Control 40CS/T, a subwoofer with built-in passive crossover, and the Control 42C, an ultra-compact, in-ceiling sa

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UK - Trantec, the wireless mic systems designer and manufacturer, has launched its new 2008 Product Catalogue - its most comprehensive to date, comprising over 250 products, demonstrating the wide scope of Trantec's wireless range.

Trantec's head of sales and marketing, Mark Parkhouse, says: "Each year Trantec offers new ideas and inspiration enabling more and more users to benefit from our expertise. Our 2008 catalogue showcases cost effective solutions for every application across broadcast, film, music and theatre, and users can now take advantage of our tradition of producing affordable and well designed systems that represent great value for money.

"I'm confident the new catalogue will help inform users of our extensive portfolio, particularly the new digital SD7000 system which is again pushing boundaries in the world of wireless mics."

(Jim Evans)

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USA - JBL Professional introduced the new 8100 Series ceiling speakers at InfoComm 08. The 8100 Series are full-range in-ceiling loudspeakers with high sensitivity, low distortion, and smooth frequency response, says the company.

The 8100 Series lineup includes two models: the 8124, a 4-inch loudspeaker with wide coverage; and the 8128, an 8-inch loudspeaker that offers extended bass response and higher SPL output. Both speakers feature high sensitivity for maximum system efficiency and full-range response, making them suitable for small to medium background music systems.

"The JBL 8100 Series in-ceiling loudspeakers provide an optimal combination of affordability and quality," said Rick Kamlet, senior market director, commercial sound, JBL Professional. "Their ease of installation and wide coverage makes them a great fit for cost-effective installations in a va

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UK - The world's first consumer products to feature airSound's single point stereo technology are being shown for the first time at CEDIA Expo. new products from ELAC and orbitsound mark the entry of the airSound's single enclosure stereo reproduction system to the commercial market place.

Commenting on the company's CEDIA debut, business development director Alan Johnson states: "We have come from launching airSound technology and the company just one year ago, to showing the first commercial products featuring our technology at CEDIA 08. The industry is beginning to realise the significance of this technology; potentially it changes everything. The products on our stand represent the single most significant development in audio since the inception of stereo itself."

The ELAC 3D-13 Bluetooth (A2DP) equipped, fully active loudspeaker is billed as a 21st century stere

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UK - Winning J&C Joel its third Hook Clamp award, the company's new JCJ Serge Tape attracted a lot of attention at this year's ABTT show. Fiona Blackett, marketing and Far East business manager, said: "Black wool serge is our biggest selling product and now most tears can be invisibly repaired with a matching strip of black serge instead of shiny gaffer tape. It is such a simple idea, but I am nevertheless surprised at just how genuinely interested people are - we've already had verbal orders from many technicians and theatrical dealers."

The tape that won Widget of the Year for J&C Joel was a prototype, but with a few minor changes to the packaging and branding the JCJ Serge Tape should be in production and ready for delivery by the end of July. Designed for use in Ideal theatres, touring shows, rental companies, film and TV studios and schools, this is one of those p

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UK - Digidesign has announced the immediate availability of Pro Tools 7.4.2 software, which provides Mac OS X 10.5.3 (Leopard) compatibility for Pro Tools|HD, Pro Tools LE, and Pro Tools M-Powered users.

"Since the release of Mac OS X Leopard, we have been working closely with Apple to ensure that a Leopard-compatible version of Pro Tools delivers the same level of performance and reliability that our customers have come to depend on," commented Dave Lebolt, Avid vice-president and general manager of Digidesign.

"With the release of Mac OS X 10.5.3 just a few weeks ago, we were able to enter the final stages of performance testing and quality assurance before making qualified versions of Pro Tools available to our customers. We're pleased to finally be able to offer all of our customers - HD, LE, and M-Powered alike - a fully qualified version of Pro Tools softw

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USA - Introduced in 2007, the Sygma Line from Renkus-Heinz is designed for flexibility and outstanding performance in a broad range of professional audio applications. "Sygma has become a vital growth platform for our business partners," says national sales manager David Rahn. "Along with enthusiastic support, they have given us excellent suggestions, to which we have listened."

New this month is the SG/SGX12S subwoofer. Multiple versions are available: the externally powered SGX12S, the SG12S-2 with a 200W digital amplifier, and the SG12S-5 with 500W of integrated Class D amplification. Also available, the RHAON-Empowered SG12S-2R and SG12S-5R. All versions are capable of at least 128dB SPL from 60 to 120Hz.

The Sygma Line now makes it easier to choose the best coverage pattern with expanded Complex Conic horn options. The SG/SGX121 is available either a 1

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USA - Community Professional has introduced the VLF Series of Versatile Low Frequency loudspeakers. The VLF line boasts a compact, low-profile design that is designed for theaters, restaurants, houses of worship and other applications, fitting into areas where larger subwoofers are impractical.

The dual 8-inch VLF208 and dual 12-inch VLF212 are the first in a series of powerful low frequency subwoofers. With a response down to 70 Hz in passive mode or 60 Hz using digital signal processing, the VLF208 can function in pairs as a steered bass array, and is equipped with fly points and four rubber feet.

The VLF212 features slot-loaded woofers for extended low frequency response down to 50 Hz in passive mode or 43 Hz using DSP. The VLF212 will also be available in a powered version with an integrated amplifier in both portable and installed models beginning in the fourth quarter of

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UK - Following on the success of the updated ICON D-Control ES worksurface, Digidesign has announced the newly-updated ICON D-Command ES worksurface, which features the same aesthetics as its larger sibling, but in a compact design. As an update to the original blue D-Command, the new D-Command ES has been enhanced with a darker colour scheme as well as updated, higher contrast text and graphics for improved legibility in low light, says the company.

Like other members of the ICON family, the new D-Command ES boasts integration with industry-standard Pro Tools HD software, including complete recall of all session parameters, routing, and plug-ins. Expandable up to 24 faders, D-Command ES features dedicated central controls for editing EQ and Dynamics plug-ins, enabling mixers to make adjustments while monitoring in the "sweet spot." It also provides per-channel control

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USA - Barco picked up three awards recently: at the Rental & Staging Systems Awards, held at InfoComm last week. Its NX-4 Black LED display was awarded this year's Best LED Product while its DML-1200 digital moving luminaire was awarded the Best Lighting Product. In addition, Barco's new reference monitor for broadcasters received the Broadcast Engineering Pick Hit at this year's NAB show.

The annual Rental & Staging Systems Awards, which recognize excellence in the design and production of new products, were held at InfoComm in Las Vegas last week. The awards for best new products in the rental and staging market, in which Barco's NX-4 won Best LED Product and DML-1200 won Best Lighting Product, were determined by a special Rental & Staging Systems Magazine readers' poll.

(Lee Baldock)

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UK - airSound is showing the world's first airSound single point stereo licensed commercial installation speaker cabinet at Cedia. The DARE Pro Audio Micro 88 air is an airSound-enabled variant of the UK PA manufacturer's acclaimed compact, high fidelity, high power rated cabinet, say the company.

Being shown for the first time in the UK, the Micro 88 brings all of the performance, operational and cost advantages over conventional stereo systems unique to airSound, to wide range of commercial audio applications, the company adds. Measuring just 510mm x 240mm x 240mm, the Micro 88 air incorporates DARE's proprietary Inti Q X-over and phase linear porting system.

The distinctive curved pseudo-trapezoidal cabinet boasts a 500w continuous music programme power capability in its airSound guise.

With true stereo reproduction from a single cab, instead of left and right channel ca

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USA - Community Professional has introduced new powered versions of each model in its S-Series range. Designed for working musicians, all Sonus models feature lightweight design. Powered S-Series systems add high-efficiency Class D amplifiers for better performance, less heat and maximum reliability, says the company.

"In the year since its debut, Sonus has become one of our most popular loudspeaker lines," said Julia Lee, Community's director of sales and marketing. "We're pleased to expand this lineup into the S-Series to include both passive and active versions of each model."

The S-1296A and S-1596A are two-way models with 400-Watts of low-frequency power and 100-Watt high-frequency amplification. The S-3294A and S-3594A three-way models add 100W mid-range amps to the package. Powered subwoofers complete the lineup, employing single 1000W amplifiers in

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UK - Genie Industries has introduced the Super-Straddle accessory redesign. The Super-Straddle is an attachment that allows operators to mount a Genie AWP Super Series personnel lift above obstacles such as fixed seating in theatres, auditoriums and convention centres.

It provides 'up and over' access for the Genie AWP Super Series to be used in spaces that are otherwise inaccessible and hard to reach. Now available in all markets worldwide, the new Genie Super-Straddle was redesigned to meet the latest ANSI A92.3 standards and is CE compliant, the company says.

"The Super-Straddle is a versatile, efficient accessory for facilities such as schools and churches," says Kim Williams, senior market analyst at Genie Industries. "It allows easy overhead access for maintenance like changing light bulbs, replacing ceiling panels and even for touching up paint."

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Spain - Equipson has published its latest catalogue which features all the company's LED products, including the LP and LHR Series.

Featured new products include tri-colour high power LED - billed as "a very interesting alternative to conventional spotlights, with all the advantages of LED devices.

(Jim Evans)

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USA - Community Professional has introduced Entasys, a new three-way full-range column line-array loudspeaker system that "delivers true line-array performance in a compact weather-resistant package".

Designed for permanent installation applications including auditoria, airports and train stations, conference centres, houses of worship, stadium concourses and museums, Entasys offers high output and high power handling, boasting multiple low frequency, midrange and high-frequency drivers for the most consistent, lobe free, coverage available, and delivering a uniform, constant vertical beamwidth from 800 Hz - 16 kHz.

Each Entasys full-range column includes six low frequency neodymium drivers, 18 2.35" midrange drivers and six 7" long x 1" wide planar-coupled Compact Ribbon Emulator (CRE) high frequency elements. The Entasys line is designed to be modula

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UK - Christie has introduced the latest addition to the DS+ Series of dual lamp, single-chip DLP projectors. Compact and quiet, the projector delivers top-quality image reproduction for medium to large meeting rooms and classrooms, government facilities and executive briefing rooms where smooth, reliable operation is critical, says the company.

Optimised for brighter whites and vivid colour, the Christie DS+655 is designed for business presentations in high ambient light environments. It delivers 6,500 ANSI lumens and combines SXGA+ resolution with a contrast ratio of up to 7500:1. BrilliantColor, DNX, and the latest-generation 10-bit image processing technology produce "dramatic colour rendering and video reproduction, broader colour bandwidth, and significantly reduced image noise".

"The Christie DS+655 draws upon cutting-edge technologies and features the lat

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USA - In response to recommendations and requests from customers, J. R. Clancy has announced the addition of two new models to its PowerLift motorised winch line.

J. R. Clancy now offers the PowerLift Variable Speed 0-20 fpm motorised winch with a load capacity of 2,000 pounds. The new winch fills the need expressed by users and consultants for a motorized winch with no "bounce" at the start or end of a move, says the company.

In addition, Clancy has added the PowerLift Fixed Speed, 20 fpm motorized winch with a load capacity of 1,200 pounds.

"Some projects require short battens with only a few lift lines," said Tom Young, J.R. Clancy's vice-president of marketing. "PowerLifts use 3/16-inch lift lines, with a recommended working load of 525 pounds. This new PowerLift solves the potential problems with a three-line hoist using a winch that's rated for

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