"With the violin mount included with the 4099V, the DIECC have purchased the best violin microphone in the market however by just adding any of the other available mounts, the same microphone can be used for numerous other applications making it a great return on investment," commented Amrith Verghese, DPA product specialist at Melody House.
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The first PRO2 into the region went to Boerema Geluidstechniek whose owners, Ton Boerema and audio engineer Auke Meijer, decided to invest in a system due to its audio quality and the broad take up of Midas digital.
The Free Baptist Church Bethel based in Drachten, NL, has become the first installation into a place of worship for the system worldwide. Supplied by John van Zeist from Hecla Professional AV systems, the PRO2 will be used by Bethel technicians for weekend services with an average of several thousand Free Baptists each Sunday, and was chosen for its sonic quality and ease of use.
A total of three systems - a PRO2 and a PRO2C - have gone to Amsterdam-based rental company Peak Audio. Own
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The updated audio and video monitor range features models in 1U and 2U versions with up to 16 ultra-reliable, high-resolution multi colour bargraphs. Each device auto-detects the signal sources with models available for all video 'flavours' up to and including 3G HD and options with a variety of Dolby decoding.
The BM-A2-E16SHD is a 2U audio monitor, capable of monitoring 3G/HD/SD video and multi-channel audio sources. This model provides a pair of auto-detecting 3G/HD/SD SDI inputs and accepts eight analogue audio inputs and eight AES-
Based in Stockholm, Music in Brands creates musical identities for brands through audio, designing specialty programs that match the business and its customers. The company produces a custom radio station for each business, building unique playlists that update regularly to keep programming fresh and store environments lively.
"Music is a very important piece of the shopper experience, and we want to play music that matches the environment without repeating the same songs over and over," said Anders Svensson, pr
Following their success at PLASA 2011 by winning an Innovation Award, ELC Lighting's Green-GO digital show communications system designer Joost van Eenbergen and sales manager Silvio Cibien went on to win a second award at LDI in Orlando: the LDI 2011 'Best Debuting Product of the Year' award in the sound category.
Silvio Cibien said, "Although Green-GO can be considered an audio product, its main feature is that it uses any standard Ethernet lighting network, so it is really an extension of our comprehensive ELC networking product range that will be on show at Frankfurt."
Green-GO is a new style of intercom system that provides high qu
The V3R-FX-Intercom for RTS and X6R-FX-Intercom for RTS interfaces are a result of cooperation with the leading intercom manufacturer.
Based on Optocore's V3R-FX / X6R-FX1U series architecture the devices are equipped with standard RJ45 interfaces, which make cabling simple and cost-efficient. As a result of creating an intercom version based on these converters, the new intercom devices are also Line-In and Line-Out converters.
Said Optocore support engineer Maciek Janiszewski, "The difference between this and the Clear-Com interface is
The SPEECH-100 with 50W of power turns any area of PA application into an auditorium all by itself. It can also be integrated into any existing surroundings, whenever a temporary or permanent talking point is required. The integrated amplifier and the speaker technology not only allow for voice transmissions, but can also be used for music reproductions such as dubbings, films or presentations. Simply plug-in a gooseneck microphone and/or connect a signal source, switch on and it's ready to use.
The SPEECH-200 is more powerful (100W), with more features and is easier to transport due to integrated castors. The column has two
When their existing client, Star TV, approached Moonlite technical manager Matt Vallis to take care of the production of a large corporate awards dinner at the prestigious Westminster Park Plaza in LondonVallis chose the V-1600HD because of its ability to run dual outputs. For the live event, Vallis used the V-1600HD to switch between two Apple MacBook Pro's running at 1080p into four projectors - both of them running dual screen.
"The V-1600HD is a sensible solutio
Colin Lemmings, vice president of corporate solutions commented, "James has been and continues to play an instrumental role in the success of the corporate solutions team. Having worked in both sales and technical roles throughout his career, James has developed a thorough understanding of the business and the aptitude to design systems and support packages to meet our clients' requirements."
(Jim Evans)
The DS-8000 is an 8 input, 32 output self-contained audio distribution system with an auto switching power-supply, while the new MC2 S Series studio amplifiers - the S Series - are designed for use in the most demanding studio monitoring environments.
Also on show at PLASA Focus: Leeds will be the Blue Sky 5.1 Monitor Speakers, Aviom Digital Snakes, ASL Digital Intercom and a range of beyerdynamic headphones and headsets, all optimised for use in a broadcast environment. These will include the DT 100 and 200 broadcast headset range for on-air news and sports commentaries together with the DT 297 headset, offering excellent isolation from ambient noise, a single detachable cable and pivoting gooseneck microph
"We needed to move away from point source audio systems and decided to go with line array technology so that there is consistent audio coverage from front to back," commented Andrew Lester who is the music director at BBC.
The church experimented with various loudspeaker brands before choosing HK Audio. "We also required a system that was exceptionally linear throughout the dynamic range of our church services and found that the Cadis Array system from HK Audio performed the best after several tests with different sound manufacturers," he added. "This coupled with the added value service we experienced from local agents Proaudio, reinforced our decision to choose the Cadis."
Five CAD 208 mid highs are fl
"We strive to be the best for teaching all aspects of theatre to our students," says RCS technician Gerrie Victor. "We already have some of the best lighting consoles in the world and wanted to get the same standard for our sound system. We want our students to learn on the best equipment available.
"We tried most of the digital consoles on the market, and after comparing them all, Midas was top of our list. When we realised that we could afford the PRO6, the choice was easy."
The PRO6 is mainly located in the control room of the Conservatoire's main theatre, but can also be moved out into the auditorium or to any of the five venues around the building,
Occupying eight floors at the base of a 36-story skyscraper in Silk Street next to the Barbican, on the site of an old fire station, the project's Foundation Donors, Heron International and the City of London, have contributed a total of £75.5m, with the remainder being covered via a public fundraising campaign.
Stage Electrics has been contracted to design and install the lighting systems, audio systems, distribution network, house and working light control, as well as a building-wide infrastructure for all technical theatrical elements. The
Turbosound, which has won the Queen's Award for Export Achievement twice in 10 years and is shortlisted for an Innovation Award this year, is part of the 'Made By Britain' project initiative under which MPs champion manufacturing in their constituency.
The aim of the scheme, which is being promoted by the Associate Parliamentary Manufacturing Group, is to demonstrate the diversity and comprehensive nature of contemporary British industry.
In November 2011 the Government also launched a 'Make it in Great Britain' campaign, which aims to transform the image of modern British manufacturing and raise awareness of its importance for the economy. The UK is one of the world's largest manufacturers and the sector contributes £
As in the last years, there will be two trainings at AFMG's Berlin headquarters in spring and fall. International dates will take place in Dubai, accompanying the PALM fair and in Wroclaw (Breslau), Poland. Again, these EASE users seminars will be supplemented by a Sound System Design seminar aimed at audio consultants. In 2012 this seminar will cover the topics of digitally steerable loudspeakers as well as audio networks.
Additionally, AFMG will be offering a two-day course for professionals and loudspeaker manufacturers addressing the topic of loudspeaker data acquisition and evaluation with EASE SpeakerLab and its usage for GLL data generation e.g. for line arrays.
All seminars are intended for an international audience of consultants, engineer
A statement reads: "The launch of this sound course will cement RADA's leading position in the field of technical theatre craft and allow the Academy to widen access to training in this area, generating invaluable opportunities for talented individuals to help them to enter the industry. Sound Design for the Theatre will provide aspiring sound designers with the skills required to undertake a successful career in technical theatre at the highest level."
Based in RADA's state-of
Now in its 82nd year, the annual event takes place in January, and includes a mix of slalom and downhill races staged over three days.
The iLive system, comprising an iDR-48 MixRack and iLive-T112 Control Surface, managed crowd announcements and ambient microphones at the start line, audio distribution to spectator seats along the slope, audio for the grandstand at the finish line, as well as audio at the Wengen World Cup Stage where winners were announced. Two locations had multiscreens, catering for approximately 500 visitors at the start location and 5000 capacity at the finish line.
All of iLive's inputs and outputs were transported over fibre optic, which linked all areas across the site. iLive also provid
The ADP Series is the company's touring range and all the cabinets in this series are self-powered with integrated DSP. This powered family is versatile, has an impressive power to size ratio and is easy to use.
Every box comes with 13 presets which include a basic full-range preset, various crossovers with 80-90-100 Hz frequency cuts and a flat preset so that the user can adjust the parameters manually.
Ethernet capabilities are also available which allow the user to see the input level signal, fan speed and power module temperature.
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Eikos is a multi-layer mixer scaler seamless switcher offering up to 12 inputs including four fitted with SDI and two fitted with DVI-D. Eikos offers three operating modes: Multi-Layer Mixer, 12 by 2 Seamless Native Matrix and QuadraVision modes.
In Multi-Layer Mixer mode, Eikos can display up to six layers: Three Live Sources, one Frame and two Logos. Up to ytwo PIPs can be displayed on a live background, or three PIPs on a still background. Live layers can be customised by the user. New effects are also available and can be combined during transitions. Eikos offers a classic preview as well as a Still Mosaic Full Preview function.
Eikos also offers a 12x2 scaled native matrix with true seamless switching. In this mode, up to two PIPs can be
Jackson joins LMC following a period of employment with HSBC Bank. He comments, "I was trained in sales and then worked in the PPI claims department which gave me really worthwhile experience in delivering meaningful customer service."
In his spare time Jackson engineers for a number of bands in his local area, often playing to crowds of between 200 - 600 people. He also plays both the bass and electric guitar.
James Lawford, sales manager at LMC Birmingham says, "LMC's customers enjoy a personal level of service tailored to their requirements. Joe's appointment fits in perfectly with that key ethos and I'm sure that he will complement the existing Birmingham sales team with his unique and valuable characteristics."
(Jim Evans)
The price restructuring is the result of the Music Group's streamlined distribution system and the massive US$ 20m investment in the brand through a modern manufacturing facility, which includes the latest surface mount technology, x-ray and optical inspection systems, and the increased purchasing efficiencies resulting from the tremendous success of the PRO2 console.
"We are on a relentless quest to remove unnecessary cost from our products wherever possible," states Paul Wright, VP global sales, the Music Group. "Our goal is to provide products at the cutting edge of technology at a price-point that our customers find extremely attractive. This aim is achieved withou
"We researched a number of different intercom systems and found ASL to be not only the most versatile, but also in a reasonable price range. The matrix-based system is also easily expanded, so we can start with a small system, and slowly build up to a bigger setup when required," says Atilla Meijs, CEO of the Amsterdam-based company.
The system includes two DS 4000 M Master Matrix, 12 DS 290 two-channel belt packs, six DS 1630 16-channel tabletop units, four DS 700 interface boxes, three DS 88 intercom hubs, two D
Also showing is the Chroma-Q range of LED lighting solutions. Latest additions include the new Studio Force D (6,100K CCT daylight) and V (3,000K-6,100K CCT variable) white light sources.
Other exclusive brands represented at the show include GLP and PixelRange LED lighting solutions, the Green Hippo media servers range, CM Entert
