Slayer played two sold-out shows on 1-2 May and easy sounding they are not. As Slayer proclaimed that God Hates Us All in support of their latest CD, all ears were tuned to the Mach SlingShot system.
The system is comprised of eight Mach MS1262 SlingShot top-boxes and four MS15X2 SlingShot fly-bass units with additional power coming from 12 Ballister subwoofers. Six Mach M12T full-range speakers are used for front
In conjunction with D.A.S.’s Swiss distributor Animatec, a large selection of powered sound reinforcement products were supplied, including the new Compact 2 System which debuted at the 2002 ProLight+Sound exhibition in Frankfurt. The Compact 2 Systems were used by Swiss radio ‘Colour 3’ which hosted DJs performing live and converting the area adjacent to the Miles Davis Hall into a virtual dance club.
The Montreux Jazz ‘Off’, at the Parque de la Rouvenaz outdoor stage, featured four ST-1800 Sound T
The building is in an industrial park located within the Route 110 industrial corridor and near a general aviation business airport. The new, larger facility provides Union with room for expansion of its manufacturing capabilities. "The increased size of the facility has allowed us to install a new powder coating operation, along with expanding our existing CNC sheet metal and machining operations", said Ray Wolpert, VP of operations. "We'l
Previously sales and installations manager at B&H Syscom, John brings to Turbosound his considerable practical experience of specifying and installing sound reinforcement systems. These included some of the UK's first installations of Turbosound loudspeakers in hotels and houses of worship, utilizing both TCS and Qlight series. Earlier in his career, John worked as a freelance sound engineer, subsequently joining TOA as UK projects manager. This role provided him with a broad background in the design and specification of systems, and involved
The evolution kit was spec’d for the band’s live set by front of house engineer, Ian ‘Hippo’ Williams. The opportunity offered by the endorsement agreement has provided a high level of support for both band and engineer on the road. Williams has used evolution o
Currently a joint venture agreement between ADSworldwide and FBBC of China has seen the Stockport company's name feature prominently in more than 200 shopping outlets throughout China - this will increase to 500 over the next three years. The company’s second visit to China in June 2002 saw them addressing an invited audience of sound consultants and academics from throughout China. The press conference that preceded the main event saw 80
A brand new concept in integrated acoustic ceiling systems, ‘i-ceilings’ is the latest development from the world’s leading manufacturer of ceiling products. i-ceilings utilize flat panel loudspeaker technology to provide a unique loudspeaker system which exactly matches Armstrong’s market-leading range of ceilings, to combine their existing aesthetic and sound absorption qualities with the acoustic benefits of NXT flat panel speaker technology. This allows for ‘invisible’ loudspeaker solutions which benefit from greatly increased sound
Martin Kaiser, the FOH engineer at TSE AG, has his own formula for this exceptionally demanding sound reinforcement application: "despite the size and complexity of the sound system that is in fact being used, the audience should still be left with the impression that the sound is coming not from the loudspeakers but from the orchestra."
TSE AG utilized a total of 12 EV X-Line Xvlt 3-way, eight EV X-Line XsubF sub-bass, four EV Xi 2123/106 F a
The laser-cut, polished stainless steel front also features individual channel mute switches and blue LED indicators, while surface-mount PCBs for quick fit-and-forget servicing are standard. Other attributes include improved damping factor, and optional mLAN input and digital D/A connectors. Built to the highest standards in the UK, attributes of Chameleon amplifiers include Class A preampl
For comfort, both ear pads have a swivel mechanism allowing the HDJ-1000 to be manipulated to any desired position, while padding makes it possible for music professionals to wear the headphones for hours of listening pleasure. Durability has also been addresses, thanks to the compact folding design, ear pads made of a tear-resistant material and special screws that hold the cord in
MC2 Audio reports that its products continue to enjoy buoyant worldwide sales, both in their own right and as OEM product and believes that these exciting new amps will bring the renowned MC2 sound quality and reliability to an even wider range of users. From the PLASA Show this year, the company’s existing five-year warranty will be extended to seven years.
MC2 Audio can be fo
The contract follows on from recent sales to Theatr Clwyd in Mold, a longstanding Shermann user. The theatre has increased its stock of Shermann wedge speakers by adding four LM-301 low-profile models whilst four original Cub wedges have been refurbished to match the new units. "Being a Wales-based company, we are delighted to supply our range of products to a large percentage of the country's theatres," said Shermann Pro-Audio
Included in the specification is TOA’s new VS-900 intercom system. The Harvey Nichols store and 10 other retail units form the backbone of the transformation of the former Shambles West development in the city centre, along with a residential block. The PA and VA systems will provide secure, fail-safe and high intelligibility emergency speech broadcast to the Harvey Nichols areas and are fully compliant with BS5839 and all other relevant standards. The PA system in Harvey Nichols Department
Turbosound's Paul Giansante, who until recently managed the company's US office, has been appointed Turbosound product manager at Sennheiser, ensuring continuity of customer contact, service and design support. Paul will be responsible for all aspects of the Turbosound brand's sales and marketing in the US, reporting to Jeff Alexander, Sen
For users who cannot initially afford wireless, the P2R Hybrid Receiver protects their investment by allowing them to upgrade at a later date. The hybrid receiver starts as a wired bodypack and, with the addition of the Transmixer component, operates fully as a wireless receiver. By combining frequency-agile wire
This represents an extension of the company’s direct service model already in place in the UK, Ireland and Benelux. European sales director Mark Perrins told us: "This new arrangement is good news for our professional clients in Germany as they will now receive direct personal service from product specialists. It also introduces a competitive price advantage which benefits both Marantz and our customers and promises to deliver increased market penetration in one of Europe’s most significant territories."
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Seidl set up Crazy Sound Productions (CSP), which specialized in the management of performers and promotion activity for various shows in Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. He then went on to become international sales manager for AKG Acoustics - a position he held until he joined JBL Professional. "Martin brings with him years of industry experience and a vast knowledge of the European market," stated Doug Daniel, VP of international sales for JBL Professional. "We're delighted to have him on our internat
SSE’s project manager Emma Barwell was asked by promoters SJM to supply a sound system for the event. The two companies already have a good working relationship, and SSE also supplies sound for the V Festival sites at Chelmsford and Stafford. SSE initially purchased their VerTec 4889 system - from JBL’s UK distributors Arbiter Plc - to use on the Party in the Park series of local radio shows. The Move’s sound system was designed and engineered by Rob Hughes, who ensu
Clients include Holmes Place, DC Leisure, First Leisure, David Lloyd, Livingwell and major hotel chains including Jarvis, Marriott and Holiday Inn. Andrew Bishop, owner of Carlsbro, commented: "The Carlsbro sound is part of any good diet and exercise programme. When you hear the true British sound you just can't help move your butt! We support Sound Guys as they use Carlsbro in gym applications to
Throughout his 22-year career in professional audio, Conese has gained widespread industry respect in an array of audio-related fields. An accomplished musician and audio equipment designer, in 1989 he designed and built his Stamford, Connecticut-based recording studio - Ambient Recording Company - which has become known for making audiophile recordings as well as beta testing cutting edge technologies. In 1999, Conese founded Ambient Records, a boutique record label. Both recording studio and label have earned critical
Hollywood sound designers, SoundStorm, whose Oscar-winning talents have accumulated over 200,000 sound effects from films such as Batman and Robin, Clear and Present Danger, The Fugitive, The Fast and the Furious, Tomb Raider and Star Trek: Nemesis to name a few, have only recently made their library available outside their own in-house editorial team and it is now accessible on-line at www.sound-eff
Trialing the W8L on the Hear & Now tour, Vodafone Ball and dates with Blue, the engineers noticed how impressive the system sounded. "Now everyone who hears it just goes ‘wow’." The different characteristics of the two proprietary line array systems Keith believes will increase their already heavy concert, classical and corporate work schedu
