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Many areas of the automotive industry face sweeping change. Society’s demands for new approaches are growing in a steady way. Entire groups of companies must take their employees and customers on this new journey. Communication stands at the beginning and the end of this transformation. For this reason, Nissan Mexicana is now using 110 beyerdynamic PHONUM units, a mobile speakerphone for just-in-time company communication, at its business location in Toluca. Further locations will follow soon to expand the communication network. Sharing information has never been so easy and fast as it is with PHONUM. Technical perfection for clear understanding The mobile speakerphone of beyerdynamic connects teams at different places at any time. A smartphone and a PHONUM on both ends of the line is everything needed. The participants of the meeting call can now focus entirely on the topic instead of concentrating on a good connection, like they used to before. The integrated Echo Cancellation function effectively prevents

beyerdynamic PHONUM distinguishes itself in the fast-paced everyday business. It is equipped with a unique 360° downfire speaker for outstanding sound and a battery that runs 12 hours. It can easily be connected to smartphones, computers and other telephone units via Bluetooth® or USB. No matter which platform is used – PHONUM is amongst others audio compatible with Skype® for Business, Google Hangouts and Zoom. As a result, it is perfectly suited for a range of communication channels in modern companies. For this reason, it is not surprising that Nissan Mexicana tested the speakerphones of leading manufacturers and selected PHONUM in the end. The Nissan plants in Aguascalientes and Cuernavaca also plan to introduce the new communication device PHONUM in their daily business. www.beyerdynamic.de /phonum.html

any feedback, echo or background noise. The in-house developed GECKO technology made by beyerdynamic adapts to any spatial situation. In GECKO FIX mode, the PHONUM’s three built-in microphones focus on the speaking person. The smart speakerphone actively suppresses background noise or other voices in the room. In GECKO FOLLOW mode, the microphones orientate themselves on the position of the particular person who is speaking in the room, ensuring the best possible audibility during group discussions. GECKO 360° mode is perfect for those situations in which several people talk to one another in a meeting as PHONUM captures the sound holistically in the entire room. A rounded solution in everyday business Exceptional range of functions and compact size: With the help of its innovative technology,

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Rock In Rio attracts the cream of the world’s international rock acts, performing alongside artists from Latin America, Spain and Portugal. The 2019 event saw the festival held over seven days at Rio de Janeiro’s Barra Olympic Park, attracting an audience of 100,000 each day. Yamaha digital mixing systems were used on five stages, with RIVAGE PM systems used for the first time. Rental company Gabisom Audio Equipment provides the sound equipment for all the festival’s stages and this year specified Yamaha RIVAGE PM systems. RIVAGE PM10 systems were deployed at Front of House and monitors at the Mundo stage, two RIVAGE PM7 systems for monitors on the

festival base rider, thanks to the innovation and revolutionary flexibility in design and operation,” says Yamaha Brasil pro audio technical support and consultant Matheus Madeira. “The mix engineers could use 96 channels of Rupert Neve Designs SILK processing to enhance their sound, while

Sunset stage and a third RIVAGE PM10 system at FoH on the New Dance Order stage. Gabisom also provided a Yamaha CL5 for monitors on the Espaço Favela stage. The systems were set up by Gabisom staff, with the Yamaha Musical do Brasil team on hand to offer technical support and any necessary training for engineers unfamiliar with Yamaha systems. "Gabisom chose RIVAGE PM systems as a significant part of the

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Yamaha RIVAGE PM digital mixing systems

chosen by Gabisom for Rock In Rio


Joe Keiser, the FOH engineer for Nickelback on RIVAGE PM10

“The mix engineers could use 96 channels of Rupert Neve Designs SILK processing to enhance their sound, while the system engineers had extremely flexible patching possibilities, to respond to any situation during the festival." RIVAGE PM10 is the mixing system of choice for Foo Fighters monitor engineer Ian Beveridge. Foo Fighters Front of House engineer Bryan Worthen also praised the system, walking into one of the training sessions for local engineers and saying “This is the system you need for life!” “As well as being the first time that RIVAGE PM systems were used at Rock

pro audio manager. In partnership with Brazilian television company Rede Globo and Dolby, Yamaha Brasil also provided a Yamaha audio system for an immersive 4.1.4 Dolby Atmos installation at the festival’s Globoplay VIP experience. Located close to the Mundo stage, a 5.1.4 live feed was pre-mixed by Globosat engineers and routed to a Yamaha QL5 mixer, then to the Atmos system based on Yamaha’s flagship DZR10-D powered loudspeakers, DXS15 XLF-D subwoofers and VXC8 ceiling speakers. yamahaproaudio.com

in Rio, for many engineers of South American artists it was also the first time they had used them,” says Matheus. “All of the engineers who used RIVAGE PM were surprised at the high quality sound and operational simplicity. They also appreciated our support during soundcheck and the show.” “Rock in Rio is renowned for taking the lead in market trends for the Latin American live entertainment industry. It provided a great platform to showcase RIVAGE PM systems to a wide range of mixing engineers,” says Caio Lenzi, Yamaha Brasil

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Snow Patrol recently embarked on a UK tour for their album, Reworked, relying on an SSL L550 console supplied by Adlib UK for their live shows, which Matt West joined last year as FOH engineer, including two special performances at London’s Royal Albert Hall. What West admires about the SSL desk is that he doesn’t need to add any plugins to make it sound better. “I see lots of people using plugins and bringing all these external things to add to supplement digital desks, but I don't do anything with the L550 other than what's on board, and that's what I love about it,” he declares. “It does everything that I need, and the recent SSL software updates have made it even faster to navigate through internally. It just sounds fantastic.” In analogue world, West was always a fan of subgroups, so the SSL Stem functionality has been a no-brainer for him: “Being an analogue person, I still refer to them as groups,

sounds particularly clean on acoustic instruments. West is using the L550 alongside the SSL ML 32.32 analogue stagebox. “That's a great piece of kit; we're using two for the existing setup of the band. I said ‘Well, I'll just have another 32 SSL preamps please!’ It’s a splitter as well, which is great; we use the MADI out of that to send people the full console breakdown when they need it.” solidstatelogic.com

but the SSL Stems work great; I'll always pair up my kick drums, then compress the group just to get some nice closeness; and I'm also using Stems for the strings, the brass, and the acoustic guitars, as there are a lot of them – I simply go in and slap the SSL Buss Compressor across the stereo – it does everything I need it to do, it's beautiful, and keeps everyone gelled together.” According to West, the L550 is very 'honest-sounding' in the EQ section, in that it

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Snow Patrol reimagine their greatest hits with SSL


SSL ML 32.32 Analogue Stagebox

Matt West with his SSL L550 for Snow Patrol

Yeon Moo Dae Church, a church housed within a Korean Army training center, recently built a brand new sanctuary. The church committee knew well that such a big room required a big sound system, one that could cover the entire space with clarity and balance. The decision was made to order and install sixteen powerful C15s along with a host of other Clair Brothers gear including twelve iS218 subs, forty kiTCurve12s for stage fills, outer fills and delays, eight 1AM+ and two 1.5AMs as stage monitors. The mixing console installed was the Solid State Logic L-200. J.J. Song – head of Korean business development at Clair Brothers – states that, “The selection of the kiTCurves was made because of their

during services. “The only minor challenge was that we weren’t able to put the iS218 subs on the ground. As expected, the sub hang worked out quite well.” clairbrothers.com

excellent mixture of sound alongside the C15 main system.” With regard to the installed video system, the new speaker cluster was set up without too much challenge in the effort to not impede the video screen

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Clair Brothers C15 system brings power and clarity

to new sanctuary in Yeon Moo Dae Church


To commemorate the premiere of Amazon Prime’s The Forgotten Army, Live 1000 – a group of 1,046 musicians– performed selections from the series’ score supported by an Adamson S-Series audio system from production technologies provider Sound.com. “We knew Adamson’s tour-proven S-Series would give us the power, clarity, and headroom we needed, even in a such a minimal set-up,” said Warren D’souza, founder and managing director of Sound.com. Sound.com deployed four identical stacks of three Adamson S10 two-way, full-range sub-compact cabinets over a single S119 subwoofer to cover the long but shallow seating area for a total of just 12 mains and four subs. As with the rest of the company’s substantial inventory of Adamson products, the system was acquired via Sonotone, the manufacturer’s exclusive Indian distributor. “We needed a compact system that could deliver the required coverage and SPL for this show and the S-Series delivered on all fronts,” comments Sound.com’s Mark Thomas, who mixed FOH for the prestigious event. “The 110-degree dispersion of the S10 allowed us to cover the wide artificial amphitheatre

monitors with live imaging from the FOH mix. All of the Adamson components were powered via Lab.gruppen PLM 20K44 amplifiers. Rounding out the audio system were

five Digico consoles running on a fibre loop and a sizeable complement of wired and wireless microphones from Shure, Sennheiser, AKG, and Audix to capture the 650-plus vocalists, 250 acoustic guitarists, 80 drummers, 15 orchestral string performers, five brass players, one electric guitarist, one bassist, one keyboardist, and two sitar players. adamsonsystems.com

seating while delivering a truly impactful experience to the audience. The directionality of such a compact array was quite remarkable since we had minimal leakage of the PA onto the 100-plus microphones right behind.” Six key bandleaders on stage had an Adamson M15 multi-purpose loudspeaker in front of them as a foldback wedge to complement their in-ear

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Adamson and Sound.com support world

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The Jarasum Festival is the largest jazz festival in East Asia and it has selected Amadeus’ newest speaker series including DIVA M², MAESTRO II, as well as bespoke stage monitors. Elan Tech is the South Korea-based production company in charge of both sound equipment and technical production for the festival. Yongwoon Jeong, CEO and Technical Director at Elan Tech describes the FOH speaker system,

Festival,” added Yongwoon Jeong. The overall audio setup also featured 11-units of X8 DSP+DANTE amplifiers designed by Powersoft, as well as SSL L500 Live consoles. The new Amadeus speakers, called C12R and C15R, will be a range expansion of the C Series, initially designed for the world-renowned Paris-based Théâtre National de Chaillot, in France. At the Jarasum venue, a few Amadeus C15R units were also set up for front fills, while others were used for wedge monitors. “The new C15R – as well as the original C15 – use the same MHF compression driver unit as the main DIVA M² line array speakers. So it has the same impulse characteristics and was much easier to match the sound for the different uses,” explained Yongwoon Jeong. amadeuslab.com amadeusaudio.fr solidstatelogic.com

“The main speakers and subwoofers used for the Jarasum Jazz Festival were all made by Amadeus, for a total of 30 units of DIVA M², 12 units of DIVA M² SUB, and 12 units of MAESTRO II.” “We have also worked with Amadeus to develop new speakers – stage monitors – which will be officially released in 2020. A total of 50 of these new speakers have been used for the first time at the Jarasum Jazz

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Amadeus speakers and SSL Live consoles

support Jarasum Jazz Festival


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A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. (AC-ET) recently supplied leading tour and production management company, Patchwork London with a Shure PSM 1000 wireless IEM system to provide monitor duties for the 25th Anniversary UK tour of legendary live act, British rock band Skunk Anansie. Patchwork Managing Director, Steve White got in touch with Steve Eaton, Sales Executive in AC-ET’s Audio sales division after he was getting an increasing number of client requests for the Shure in-ear-monitoring system. He commented: “We've had an increased number of enquiries for the PSM 1000, so when a three-month tour hire with Skunk Anansie came in, it seemed like a good time to expand our Shure stock. He added: “Prior to this we had tried out wireless mic systems and Shure’s Axient system was the one which best suited our needs, so we decided to go with Shure across the board.” It is a testament to the performance of the PSM 1000 IEM system that it perfectly met the technical requirements of Skunk Anansie, who some regard as one of the greatest live acts across the globe.

Steve commented: “It’s very important that our clients have access to high quality equipment in our hire stock, and which can be packaged for ease of transporting. Investments like the PSM 1000 means we are at the forefront of technology on stage, and being small enough to be racked in our Peli case system makes it extremely portable for any scale of tour.” ac-et.com

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Located in Nashville, USA, Temple Church needed a high-quality sound reinforcement systemwhich could seamlessly fill the large fan-shaped nave of this

The Stanislaw Moniuszko Academy of Music (aMuz) in Gdańsk, Poland, has a progressive approach to music education, and now an Alcons Audio pro-ribbon system is helping students to seamlessly blend old and new instrumentation in the Academy’s concert hall. Piotr Rodak, chief sound engineer at aMuz, has his experience with Alcons products by using QR24 systems of local rental company Offstage, owned by Przemyslaw Waszkiewicz and from Alcons’ Polish distributor Aplauz. After different demos, an Alcons LR7 pro-ribbon micro line-array system was selected. Designed in cooperation with and installed by Patryk Kozak sound engineer and

The installed system comprises six LR16 compact line-array modules and one LR16B compact line-array bass module per side, flown close to each other above the front center of the stage, but angled outwards to cover the whole congregation. A single RR12 point-source array module is flown between them, angled down for front fill, with a BQ211 compact high-output subwoofer floor-mounted each side of the stage. The whole system is powered and controlled by three Sentinel10 amplified loudspeaker controllers. alconsaudio.com

loudspeaker controllers. System inputs are from microphones for instruments and/or vocals, with DIs as necessary from electric instruments, depending on the type of production. alconsaudio.com

modern church. Eddy Hobby of Nashville-based Prosonic AVL maintains the church AV systems and was introduced to Alcons Audio systems by company representative

Scott Hough of Griffith Sales. Eddy was impressed enough to ask the company’s North America Sales Manager David Rahn to demonstrate an Alcons system.

owner of contractor company Sound System, the system features four LR7/90 and three LR7/120 wide dispersion units, flown each side of the stage; Two BC322 cardioid subwoofers were flown as a central cluster and five SR9 ultra-compact in-fill monitors were installed at the edge of the stage as front-fills. It is powered and managed by twelve channels of Sentinel10 amplified

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Temple Church is a fan of Alcons

Alcons in perfect harmony at the aMuz in Gdańsk


To deliver clear, powerful sound at Jeju National University’s Ara Muse Hall, TechData Co., Ltd. and Daegwang Media recently teamed up to deploy a state-of-the-art HARMAN

The Rantakylä School Centre, located in the city of Mikkeli, Finland has recently undergone a major audio upgrade with two Allen & Heath SQ digital mixing systems. The school turned to Allen & Heath’s Finnish

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auditorium entrance hall and the sports hall), an SQ system is positioned in one of the music rehearsal rooms, providing the option to link anywhere on the premises via network switches located in the tech room. Audio is then directed to multiple breakout points situated in the sports arena, auditorium and two adjacent music classrooms. Lindbohm further utilises the SQ’s Dante card for multi-track recording of local school events. The second SQ-6 setup is built into a flip case, which can be easily moved around the campus and used for a variety of events. allen-heath.com

Professional Solutions sound system. TechData and Daegwang Media selected JBL VTX V20 line array loudspeakers and JBL S25 subwoofers, with power from Crown I-

Tech 12000HD amplifiers. The system includes a Soundcraft Vi2000 digital console with SpiderCore DSP and STUDER I/O technology in a compact, affordable package.

distributor, F-Pro, who recommended two identical systems featuring an SQ-6 equipped with a Dante card and an AR2412 AudioRack. Connecting to the Dante network (via two Dante-enabled rack units in the

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS TechData and Daegwang Media deploy HARMAN

audio system at Jeju National University’s Ara Muse Hall

SQ provides state-of-the-art audio for Finnish School


Music teacher, Juha Lindbohm testing the SQ-6

Marking the event’s 15th anniversary, Riot Fest was successfully reinforced by Technotrix with Martin Audio MLA, WPL and WPC line arrays on four stages in Chicago’s Douglas Park. Stage 1: 12 Martin Audio MLA per side and one MLD, with four W8LC as front fill stacked evenly across the front of the stage on top of the MLX subs. A total of 21 MLX subs were ground-stacked in front of the stage in seven stacks of three tall, with the middle sub in each stack reversed in a broadside cardioid array. A six-box array of MLA Compact were ground-stacked stage left as a VIP fill. 14 XE500 wedges, powered by iK42’s, were used for monitoring. An SX218 with an XE500 on top, was deployed as a drum fill on stage, with a pair of CDD-LIVE 8’s at front-of-house for nearfield monitoring. Stage 2: The same as Stage 1 without the MLA Compact for VIP fill.

Stage 5: 8 Martin Audio WPC a side powered by iK42’s, with two-box resolution along with four WPM for front fill evenly distributed on the lip of the stage. For the low end, there were 16 WSX subwoofers in stacks of two across the front of the stage in a broadside array. There were also 10 XE300 wedges, one SX218 with W8C per side for side fill and an SX218 and W8C on top for drum fill. martin-audio.com

Stage 4: 10 Martin Audio WPL a side powered by iK42’s using two-box resolution, 15 SXH218 subs in five equally stacked clusters of three, horizontally spaced across the front of the stage with the middle sub in each cluster reversed for cardioid. Four WPC were deployed for front fill across the downstage edge and there were also 14 XE300 wedges powered by iK42s as well as an SX218 sub, with a W8C on top for the drums.

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Martin Audio deployed on four stages at Riot Fest


Touring theatre productions in rural areas of north Norway can be very challenging, but an Alcons Audio LR7 pro-ribbon system is proving equal to every challenge for the country’s northernmost regional theatre. Supplied by distributor and Pro-Ribbon Partner Lydproduksjon Tromsø AS, chief sound engineer Jim-Oddvar Hansen chose an Alcons LR7 pro-ribbon micro line array system, comprising 12 LR7 modules, four LR7B micro line array bass modules and four BF181 mkII compact subwoofers, powered and

LIFE, a multi-site church in Auckland, New Zealand, opened its newest facility, LIFE Central Campus, with an 1800-seat auditorium, a 300-seat Chapel facility and foyer spaces. Having evaluated and priced the major market competitors, the LIFE team chose Clear-Com® for a number of compelling reasons, as Riki Willis, Production Project

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product line in New Zealand, which is helpful when we are hiring or welcoming external teams to the facility.” The Clear-Com installation includes an Eclipse® HX-Delta matrix frame with E-IPA cards, with FreeSpeak II® IP-enabled transceivers and beltpacks, V-Series Irisä intercom panels and LQ Series IP interfaces. clearcom.com

controlled by two Sentinel10 amplified loudspeaker controllers.

Coordinator, LIFE, explains, “I tested the competitors’ latest generation wireless system against FreeSpeak II and felt that FreeSpeak II’s audio quality and noise floor were far superior. We also already owned some Clear-Com LQ® units and partyline equipment, so there was compatibility with existing kit, and there is also more knowledge of the Clear-Com

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Hålogaland Teater chooses Alcons for touring system

Clear-Com digital wireless solution for Life Church


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Clear-Com FreeSpeak II wireless communication solution

Main Event Entertainment Group Ltd (MEEG) is located in Kingston, Jamaica, and their technical services department has acquired a massive Martin Audio MLA/MLX multicellular array system. his acquisition further cemented the Main Event brand as Jamaica’s premier and most technologically advanced

When John Legend performed at BluesFest for his only UK show , it was through a Martin Audio MLA loudspeaker array provided by Capital Sound at the O2 Arena. Chris Stinebrink, and FOH engineer, Paul Klimson (Theory One Productions)—who was also hugely impressed with the PA. Capital also boosting their complement of outfills to 16 MLA Compact elements per side to ensure the Level 4 seats were treated to the same experience as those in the stalls. Capital flew 11 MLA and 2 MLD Downfill enclosures on each side as the main hang with 16 MLX

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Four further MLA Compacts acted as lip-fills. martin-audio.com

production company in Jamaica and a leader in the wider Caribbean. The company’s landmark Martin Audio purchase which included 28 MLA enclosures and four MLD (Downfill) enclosures along with 16 MLX subwoofers, puts MEEG at the pinnacle of the audio production market in Jamaica.

subs. Six DD12 boxes on each side of the stage provided infills/outfills

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS MEEG dominates Jamaica with Martin Audio

Capital Sound provides MLA for John Legend at O2 Arena


Solomon Sharpe, CEO MEEG, and Richard Bair

English rock musician, Peter Frampton recently concluded his final tour where FOH engineer, Jim Yakabuski, used an SSL Live L550 console supplied by Solotech, Nashville to produce a signature analogue sound. “With an upcoming tour approaching, I decided to look further into using an SSL L550 for the FOH mixer. I was treated to a few hours of one-on-one instruction from SSL's Fernando Guzman which peaked my interest,” said Yakabusk. Before the Peter Frampton tour and prior to using SSL, Yakabuski always favoured an analogue setup and layout. Yakabuski set up the console in a way that suited accessibility to key input

Polish singer Dawid Podsiadlo recently embarked on a stadium tour, where FOH engineer, Rafal Smolen, relied on SSL L300 consoles,

he was able to access any input channel or output mix from any layer on any tile. solidstatelogic.com

released a live console, Smolen immediately knew he wanted to try it for FOH work. Smolen used an SSL L300 console on the Dawid Podsiadlo tour, which saw the singer perform at some huge venues. “The L300 was the best possible choice for this tour,” he says. “I got comfortable working with it, as it quickly became apparent that whatever I did on this console would always sound exceptional.” Smolen is a big fan of the SSL compressor, and the console's Dynamic EQ has blown him away. gmbprosound.com solidstatelogic.com

channels and output busses to suit his workflow. With 3 tiles of 12 faders each, he managed the layers so that

supplied by GMB Pro Sound and Polish distributor Audiotech Commercial, for no-compromise sound processing. When SSL first

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS SSL L550 helps Peter Frampton’s final tour

SSL Live L300 console on Dawid Podsiadlo tour


The Sparkassen-Arena Jena in Germany offers a capacity for up to 3000 guests. The goal was to find a solution that would make it possible to uniformly sound the grandstands at sporting events and that would have a clear orientation to the stage at concerts. CKV Ton- und Lichtanlagen from Thuringia was the winner of the project contract and opted to install 12x Modular-15 with 90°x 60° horn (6x self-powered, 6x bi-amping slave) and 2x Paveosub-218sp loudspeaker systems of the German manufacturer Voice-Acoustic. The Modular-15sp have a very high internal amplifier power of 3200W and can bi-amplify power another Modular-15. At the 40m long side ranks four Modular-15 are mounted and at the 20m long front sides two Modular-15. The hall was split into several sound zones. All self-powered loudspeakers are networked and grouped via Ethernet cable with the Voice-Acoustic Remotecontrol

The height of the rig is 9m. CKV installed the speakers above the truss on pipes using the Voice-Acoustic Easfly mechanism. This does not obstruct the viewing axis of the 163” LED video cube. ckv-jena.de voice-acoustic.de

software. The software enables the operator to choose between concert sound and sports sound. Only the 40m side ranks, which are separated into 4 delay zones, are used for concert sound. The auditorium is then sounded with a line-array of the production touring company. In sports mode, all 4 side ranks are active. As low-end support two Paveosub-218sp are placed in the auditorium.

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Voice-Acoustic installed in the Sparkassen-Arena Jena


Coldplay performed at Amman’s Citadel, Jordan, which were streamed live on YouTube to allow the world to celebrate the release of the band’s new album. Tony Smith (Coldplay’s Audio Designer, FOH Tech and

The Maxim Gorki Theater recently adopted a new audio infrastructure. Central to this is a Lawo mc²96 production console as FOH console in the main hall, and a Lawo mc²56 console that serves as a backup and a remote console for the preparation of new projects. The mc²56 is also used as a recording console for the venue’s in-house recording studio. A Nova73 compact serves as the setup’s central router with five DALLIS units available as stageboxes, two of which can be used mobile in combination with the mc²56, or on stage. Further DALLIS units are located

mc²56 mixing console were used for the streaming events, a total of 192 inputs were recorded on three separate DAW machines and mixed live on the console for stereo broadcast. Toby mixed the two sets live in Amman with the help of Coldplay’s Rik Simpson (Producer, Sound Engineer) and FOH engineer Dan Green. After two superb shows, the band and its crew flew to London for the live gig at the Natural History Museum. With FOH mixed by Dan Green, the performance was also recorded and mixed by Toby Alington and Rik Simpson using the Floating Earth OB truck—again with a Lawo mc²56 console based on the settings. lawo.com

the rear of the two consoles are also used both in the FOH area and in the recording studio. lawo.com

Crew Chief) liaised with Toby Alington, broadcast sound engineer, to find a solution for the Amman broadcast mix. Toby approached Dirk Sykora to discuss a Lawo console solution for Jordan through SR Films. Lawo

where most of the inputs and outputs are needed, in the orchestra pit and in the basement (Amp-City). The ‘local inputs and outputs’ at

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS mc²56 for Coldplay’s live-streaming performances

Maxim Gorki Theater relies on Lawo IP audio technology


Found in the heart of Denver’s Lowry Field neighbourhood, The Soiled Dove was built cabaret-style with a stage and three levels of seating. The venue has upgraded its sound with a dLive C3500 digital mixing system from Allen & Heath. Utilised in conjunction with a CDM48 MixRack, an Allen & Heath dLive C3500 Surface was brought into The Dove following an extensive period of evaluation. “It’s the perfect system for a room like this with pristine acoustics,” Chris Steele, venue’s production manager

Continuing his run of sold-out arena shows, Scottish singer Lewis Capaldi takes on the world one show at a time, along with an Allen & Heath dLive mixing system covering FOH and Monitor duties. Supplied by Glasgow-based audio hire company, FE-Live, Capaldi’s full arena set-up includes two dLive S5000’s on both FOH and Monitors, paired with a DM64

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the dLive software is identical regardless of the stage box or surface, so moving from C1500 to S5000 was simply a case of reorganising the fader layouts.” Furthermore, Bush uses a Dante card (fitted to the surface) for virtual sound-check and recording each show. allen-heath.com

and audio engineer feels. “At 96kHz it has a very coherent sound —never ‘wiggly’ in the upper frequencies, it sums approp-riately, and it has a number of features built-in that I would otherwise have to buy additional components to get.

MixRack (monitors) and DM0 MixRack (FOH). Additionally, Bush utilises two DX32 expanders for further I/O. Prior to upscaling the surface, Bush originally opted for a smaller dLive Wings rig, which is now used for fly-in dates and comprises a multi-surface set-up with two C1500’s and a DM48 MixRack. “The transition between surfaces was easy:

LIVE & INSTALL NEWS Allen & Heath energises one of

Denver’s prominent concert locations

dLive supports Lewis Capaldi on sold-out run


Chris Steele with the dLive C3500 control surface.

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DPA Microphones’ 4097 CORE Supercardioid Choir Microphone was used to great effect in Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia, when a choir of 12 men and women gathered in Independence Square to

After auditioning nearly every industry standard microphone capsule for multi-platinum recording artist Khalid, Production Manager and FOH Engineer CJ Blair found that DPA Microphones’ d:facto™ 4018VL Vocal Microphone perfectly complemented the singer’s deep R&B tones on Khalid’s Free Spirit World Tour. Throughout the tour, Blair has found the d:facto 4018VL delivers unrivalled sound quality night-in and night-out. “Khalid, like most artists, doesn’t want a technical explanation of why something does or does not sound great,” he says. “He just wants a great sounding solution; and we found that with the d:facto 4018VL.”

“We used one pair to cover the choir group and positioned them on either side of the choir who were standing in a semi-circle. The concert generated very high sound pressure levels – in excess of 90dB – but thanks to the 4097’s high isolation, the sound coming from the stage monitors (which were placed in front of the choir and behind the microphones) did not affect the available gain during the performance. This was a huge advantage as it meant we could capture the true sound of the choir without picking up any other sound.” dpamicrophones.com

sings a lot of soft, lower-register songs. The d:facto has very little proximity effect in the low mids, so I no longer have to rely on EQ. Prior to using the d:facto 4018VL, that was a big struggle for me as FOH in a big, resonant room.” dpamicrophones.com

mark the 50th anniversary of the Department of Enforcement. Mr Ajun Mubari, head of audio rental company Mubari, says DPA’s 4097 CORE Supercardioid Choir Microphones were chosen to

amplify the choir because their integrated shock mount and wind screen made them ideally suited to outdoor use. “The 4097 microphone is awesome and very easy to work with.

Blair has used the DPA d:factos for the entirety of the Free Spirit tour and has been very impressed with the sound he’s attained. “When Landon (Storey, Khalid’s monitor engineer) and I started using the d:facto 4018VL, we finally began to breathe easier,” he says. “The d:facto delivers a much more usable response for Khalid’s voice without me having to hack the EQ too much. Khalid has a very rich, deep voice and

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Sennheiser previewed the Digital 6000 series to an eager audience at The Star Performing Arts Centre last week, demonstrating its intent to set new standards in professional audio, and open new possibilities to empower a variety of use cases across commercial, industrial and educational spaces. Conducted by Volker Schmitt, Director of

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In addition to Digital 6000 and SK 6212-related insights shared by Volker and the Sennheiser Professional Audio Solutions team, other topics covered during the highly-informative session included the Characteristics of Radio Frequency, Advanced RF Frequency Management, Case Studies (Eurovision, Rio De Janeiro Carnival Parade). Sharing on the conclusion of the successful workshop,

Customer Development and Application Engineering, Sennheiser electronic GmbH & C. KG, the event was graced by 20 multi-hyphenated attendees across various functions of the professional AVL space, including the likes of MediaCorp, The Production People (TPP), and prominent engineers who works closely with local acts MICappella, The Sam Willows and Charlie Lim.


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Garry Tjhin, Product Manager, Sennheiser Asia commented: “The Digital 6000 represents a new dawn, eliminating intermodulation while enabling operation in a 400 KHz equidistant frequency grid. This results in seamless efficiency combined with a simplified setup that keeps things easy and uncomplicated for the user – just like the nature of our workshops that facilitate greater synergy and networking activities among friends of the brand.” sennheiser.com


Electronics & Engineering Pte Ltd (E&E) has been presented with the 2020 InAVation Award (Visitor Attraction Category) for their newest project, The Bicentennial Experience – From Singapore to Singaporean. This year’s award was presented to Electronics & Engineering Managing Director, Mr. Ronald Goh at the 2020 InAVation Awards ceremony held in Amsterdam on 11th February, during ISE 2020 in Amsterdam. Also present at the award ceremony were Gary Goh and Joe Fong, both Deputy Managing Directors at E&E. “We are extremely humbled by this win which makes it

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Audio production company, Major Tom has invested in 20 Luminex GigaCore 10 network switches to create one of the largest Milan AVB-compliant Meyer Sound touring PA systems in Europe. When it came to investing in network switches to work with its large inventory of Meyer Sound line arrays, it was important for Major Tom to go with a solution which was widely adopted, as well as being compatible with the new Milan AVB standard. The company discussed its requirements with Steve Eaton, Senior Sales Executive in the dedicated Audio division of Luminex exclusive UK distributor, A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd (AC-ET). Major Tom project manager, Andy Banks commented: “With Meyer Sound’s equipment supporting Milan AVB, it was absolutely vital that our choice of switch was also compatible with this, to benefit from the seamless interoperability between devices.” ac-et.com

our third within a 6-year period. We received our first award in 2015, for the Singapore Sports Hub project under the International Category and in 2018, for the Changi Airport Terminal 4 project under the Transport Category, commented Gary Goh. “Credit goes to the team who has worked extremely hard to make this project a success, not forgetting our partners whose support was imperative. This international recognition reaffirms our commitment to our clients and partners, further strengthening our long term relationships with them.” continued Gary. enepl.com.sg

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E11EVEN Group and DAS Audio announce a partnership to launch a new brand of sound systems called E11EVEN Sound by DAS Audio. The Miami-based corporation and the leading Spanish sound manufacturer reach a strategic agreement to offer clubs around the world a new way of understanding sound and entertainment. E11EVEN Miami was ranked in the World's Top-10 Clubs by International Nightlife Association for 2019. The two companies bring different approaches to an industry in which service is as important as the product. In recent years, the club scene has evolved generating new needs for club owners and technicians: pre-sales, training and tech-support are the foundation of E11EVEN Sound by DAS Audio's business vision. This new brand is created to bring sound back to the forefront of the nightclub sensory experience. "Our intention is to elevate the audience's experience to a sensory feast full of surprises and create memorable experiences" - Gino LoPinto, Operating Partner at E11EVEN. The E11VEN Sound by DAS Audio systems are designed to cover all the needs of nightclub installations. These sophisticated and powerful systems offer clarity and

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The IO-48 will be a 4-in, 8-out digital sound processor capable of 96 kHz, with connection via Ethernet, WiFi or USB using an intuitive yet flexible 11-Net software on PC and MAC OS platforms. "Knowing the systems and how to use them directly affects the time the public spends in each space, the consumption they make and their positioning in the different rooms. For this reason, all the companies deploying our systems will need to get approval in advance. The correct design and execution of the installations are key to the success of this new series.” John Fiorito, Sales Manager Installation & Nightclubs. 11sound.com dasaudio.com

quality sound which are bound to impress the public. Many clubs host a variety of events these days: dining rooms, dance floors, VIP lounges, rooftop bars and so on; And every space must use the right system and distribution guaranteeing the audience´s acoustic experience is exactly as it should and always be… incredibly enjoyable! The new E11EVEN Sound by DAS Audio series launches with 9 various models that range from a compact full range dual 6” speaker to a dual 21” subwoofer, and multiple models in between. From large or medium dance stacks ideal for larger venues to smaller fills and compact subwoofers, the series has an option for every type of venue. Accompanying the new series will be a brand new DSP.


Meyer Sound has promoted two managers to key high-level management positions. Amy Luley has been named Director of U.S. Sales Operations and Mary Molnar has been appointed Technical Services Manager, Americas. Both will be reporting to Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing John McMahon. “These two new positions will be of critical importance in making our new structures for sales and technical services work effectively for our growing dealer network and customer base in the Americas,” says Meyer Sound Executive Vice President Helen Meyer. meyersound.com

experience, ranging from frontline sales to complete integrations and development of some of the biggest, most famous studios around the world. With products like mixing consoles, support is very important. Westlake’s experience with design and integration, as well as on-going support for the products they sell, means that we are in a really good position to work together moving forward both with existing and new products.” Joe Taupier, President of Westlake Pro, adds: “Westlake Pro is proud to be the first authorised AMS Neve demo showroom in the United States. Our fully functional AMS Neve Showroom has Dante connectivity throughout, so whether you want to hear the capabilities of the Genesys Black in stereo or Atmos, we are ready for you.” ams-neve.com

BUSINESS NEWS AMS Neve and Westlake Pro

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AMS Neve and Westlake Pro have partnered to create the first AMS Neve Showroom in the US. Located at Westlake Pro’s headquarters in North Hollywood, the space provides an environment for clients to listen to the entire AMS Neve product portfolio. As the UK manufacturer’s first authorised demo space in the US, Westlake Pro is ideally placed to demonstrate products such as the iconic Neve BCM10/2 Mk2 16-channel console and the Genesys Black G32 console. The large showroom also incorporates an array of AMS Neve outboard products including the 1073DPX dual channel mic pre and EQ, the 33609N stereo compressor and the 8801 channel strip from the legendary 88R console – all displayed in impressive custom furniture. David Walton, AMS Neve’s Distribution Manager, says: “It’s really exciting to be working with Westlake Pro and the new showroom because they have enormous

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Ultra Events Technical Solutions, a leading technical solutions provider in Cape Town, has recently taken delivery of a DiGiCo SD12 Digital Mixing Console, opening new opportunities for large-scale events in Cape Town. According to Costa Champianis, director at Ultra Events, up until this point, there were limited large format DiGiCo consoles available for dry hire in the region, which was having a negative impact on technical services provider’s ability to meet the demands of international riders. “In October last year, we were contracted to provide technical services for the Norwegian pop band a-ha, who had booked touring dates in both Cape Town and Johannesburg through Breakout Events and Rogue Entertainment in mid-February. We were able to meet the requirements of about 70% of the rider, but once again found ourselves lacking when it came to audio consoles.” Costa and his team decided that the time was right to add DiGiCo’s SD12 to their inventory, not only to fulfil the technical requirements for the staging of a-ha’s current world tour in Cape Town but also to strengthen their position as a technical service provider for international touring artists in the future.

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Point A Track. The SD12 incorporates the latest generation Super FPGA technology and Core 2 software to deliver unrivalled power and connectivity in a compact frame,” says Kyle Robson, DiGiCo product representative at DWR. dwrdistribution.co.za

“DiGiCo’s SD12 is an ideal addition to Ultra Event’s rental inventory as the desk is compact enough to serve for indoor and outdoor corporate events, houses of worship and broadcast applications, but powerful enough to manage large-scale tours, such as -ha’s recent concert at the Green


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Revil Baselga with Ultra Events new SD12 ahead of a-ha consert, Cape Town

Singapore-based Generation AV – which represents Martin Audio in the APAC countries – has recruited Tony Sawyer as Senior APAC Applications Manager. Sawyer’s role is to work closely with all distributors in Asia Pacific, providing project design support, training on new and existing products, supporting major touring events and carrying out product/system training across the region. He will focus on bringing Martin Audio factory training events to the Asia Pacific region, starting with Wavefront Precision series. “Having Tony in the region will enable us as a team to build stronger relationships with major rental companies and key AV Consultants,” believes David McKinney, who set up Generation AV in June last year. generationav.net martin-audio.com

central programmability allows quick and simple creation of new point-to-point connections, the creation of additional user groups, a choice of several operating modes and much improved audio quality. The current volume of shows and tours using Clear-Com’s FreeSpeak II® Digital Wireless Intercom Systems supplied by Autograph Sound emphasizes how well this technology adapts to different styles of performance and production. Ben Lloyd, Autograph’s Production Sound Engineer on the Lion King UK Tour, commented, “Using the HelixNet and FreeSpeak II combination has enhanced the process of setting up comms for shows. The ability to jump on the show’s tablet and access the settings using the browser-based software means that not only is it a simple, foolproof way to set the network up initially, but it also enables us to make changes on the fly when a member of the creative team decides that they need to be able to contact a particular member of the show team.” clearcom.com

BUSINESS NEWS Autograph and Clear-Com - providing

essential communications across London’s West End and beyond

Autograph continues its relationship with Clear-Com as a Live Sound Partner in the UK, and Clear-Com products and systems continue to play a critical role in many of the audio systems supplied by Autograph, in both London theaters and touring productions. The importance of reliable communications in modern theater cannot be overstated--productions have become more sophisticated in line with audience expectations and with the ‘blockbuster’ shows that headline the West End and touring theater scenes. Thus, the ability for technical personnel to communicate throughout the show has never been of greater importance. Similarly to virtually all areas of entertainment technology, modern communications designs have embraced the digital age and that means using the license-free and relatively uncluttered 1.9GHz and 2.4GHz broadcast bands. These systems also offer unprecedented levels of flexibility for both sound designers and users, as their


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Lawo launched its 50th anniversary celebrations in January with a Michelin-star studded party for its 300-plus employees in the company’s hometown in Rastatt, close to the Rhine River and the Black Forest region of Germany. The milestone anniversary follows the company’s most successful business year to date, achieving a record revenue result that represented growth of 40 per cent. This exceptional performance was generated by an extraordinary uptake of Lawo’s IP media solutions based around core products of video, audio, workflow and monitoring technologies. Founded by Peter Lawo in 1970, Lawo started out as an engineering office providing bespoke technical solutions before focusing on broadcast and media production technology. The creative drive of its founder and his son Philipp, who took over as CEO in 1999, ensured continual innovation helped

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Mike Hedden, Danley president, has restructured the sales and marketing division to respond to the rise in growth sales. longtime Danley staff member, Jeff Pulliam, was named general manager. Jonathan “JP” Parker, is promoted to director of global sales and marketing. Newly promoted national sales manager Skip Welch, who will manage the domestic sales team. This will include Cooper Hedden, promoted to southeast regional sales manager, Jay Andrews, promoted to northeast regional sales manager, and Kim Comeaux, promoted to western regional sales manager. Additionally, Harold Sexton and Scott Howard have been recruited as sports market & house of worship and recording specialists respectively. danleysoundlabs.com

evolve and grow the company into a truly global player. “Lawo has witnessed exceptional growth based on our growing expertise and product portfolio” says Jamie Dunn, Chief Commercial Officer. “We are very proud of the evolution of the company over the past 50 years and understand the importance that our talented staff, loyal customers and innovative mindset will play in securing another successful 50.” lawo.com

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HARMAN Professional Solutions has announced it has realigned distribution of AMX, SVSI, and install ranges of AKG, BSS, Crown and JBL Professional in Australia with the appointment of MadisonAV, part of the Madison Technologies group. Distribution in Australia for HARMAN's retail, cinema, touring, performing arts, broadcast, and Martin

Originally from Caracas in Venezuela, Hely Chirinos began his sound engineering career in 2003, and has worked for several touring companies, as well as advising on the design of projects in Colombia, Venezuela and the Caribbean islands. “I have used NEXO since the very beginning; I remember when we first heard the sound of the NEXO PS15, it was a life-changing moment!” he says. “In recent years, I have been lucky to work with Celso Papadopolous and Roberto Tschopp in the NEXO LatAm team, people that I admire who have contributed a lot to the growth of my professional career.” As NEXO LatAm Sales Manager, Chirinos will work closely with Roberto Tschopp, one of NEXO’s top field engineers, collaborating on fixed installation projects as well as supporting an extensive base of rental companies. nexo-sa.com

lighting remains unchanged. "We are known in the Australian market for our strong market coverage, technical knowledge and customer service. HARMAN Professional Brands and Solutions are renowned for their world class quality and technological superiority," said Ken Kyle, CEO, MadisonAV. madisonAV.com.au harman.com

BUSINESS NEWS HARMAN Professional Solutions

appoints MadisonAV as authorized distributor for AMX and install

audio solutions in Australia

NEXO appoints Hely Chirinos

Sales Manager for Latin America


Clear-Com® showcased their latest professional intercom solutions to ISE 2020, demonstrating its expertise and experience across a wide range of applications including live events, corporate, broadcast, sports, e-sports, marine and theme parks. Chris Willis, Clear-Com’s VP of Sales said, “ISE welcomes professionals from an incredibly broad range of market sectors – in previous years we’ve met people from theme parks, e-sports, rocket laboratories, crane barges and more. Reliable communications are a universal challenge and because of our long history and accumulated expertise, we offer the broadest range of solutions for the widest variety of applications. From IP-rated waterproof beltpacks to unique full duplex high-quality Voice over IP solutions, we offer a uniquely broad and flexible solution set.” A focus of Clear-Com’s presence at ISE was the award-winning FreeSpeak Edge™ system. This latest addition to the industry leading FreeSpeak™ family of digital wireless intercom solutions operates in the 5GHz band and delivers the clearest 12kHz audio quality with ultra-low latency and advanced RF performance even in high multi-path

Clear-Com showcases latest intercom solutions for diverse applications at ISE 2020

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other SIP devices into the main communications system, providing an innovative solution for markets which traditionally rely on two-way radios. The Encore® RS-801 beltpacks will be featured as well; they boast an IP-53 environmental rating for weatherproofing and are compliant with Marine Certification DNVGL-CG-0339 (2016), thus making them ideally suited for marine, industrial, theme park, stadia, and weather-exposed applications. Clear-Com’s broad range of headsets, each ideally suited for different working environments, was also displayed on the booth. clearcom.com

environments. The system is highly scalable to accommodate the largest productions and can be combined seamlessly with FreeSpeak II® 1.9GHz and 2.4GHz systems, providing three bands across a single unified intercom system. Visitors to the Clear-Com booth also noted the company’s full support for leading Audio-over-IP standards across its range including Dante™, AES67™ and SMPTE 2110-30. The LQ® IP interfaces are a popular choice for bringing network or internet IP to any intercom or audio system, and they are especially well-received in e-Sports and theme park applications. LQ is also an important tool to integrate two-way radios and


The majority of reputable rental and production companies in South Africa are committed to purchasing the highest quality audio and visual equipment that they can afford in an effort to maintain the high standards that clients expect when turning to professional technical services providers for their events and audiovisual installations. However, as any technician worth their salt will agree, your equipment is only as good as the cabling that you use to connect it. It was with this in mind that DWR Distribution partnered with KLOTZ AIS. Chris Pugh, KLOTZ AIS product representative at DWR Distribution, explained that a number of key rental companies in South Africa have turned to DWR to supply cabling and

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AUDAC is happy to announce the start of a new partnership with S.E.A. Vertrieb & Consulting GmbH as the new exclusive distributor of their innovative audio solutions in Germany. S.E.A.’s CEO Alexander Kirchfeld looks towards this partnership with great enthusiasm: “We have experienced the quality of AUDAC’s products as well as the passion of its employees ourselves and believe they will enhance the everyday lives of our customers. The new partnership between our companies allows us to fulfil the needs of our customers even better by providing them with a wide range of innovative audio solutions.” From now on the company will manage the sales, distribution and service of the complete AUDAC product line in Germany from their offices in Emsbüren. audac.eu sea-vertrieb.de

connectors from KLOTZ AIS. “We have seen an increase in demand for KLOTZ’s product range, especially in fibre cabling, speaker cabling and a range of DMX and XLR connectors. Key clients such as MGG, Blond Productions and Bass Mechanics, among others, have made significant investments in the range. DWR’s installation team will be using KLOTZ AIS cabling as a standard on all projects moving forward. dwrdistribution.co.za

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Rental company MGG, one of the earliest Clear-Com FreeSpeak users in South Africa, have invested in an additional six FreeSpeak II Digital Wireless Beltpacks from DWR Distribution to cater for the technical communication at last years’ incredibly successful Afrikaans is Groot. MGG also upgraded their Clear-Com license and are now able to run 25 comms on a single base station. Mark Gaylard, owner of MGG, recalls buying his first comms system some fifteen years ago. “We bought six Prosound Commpac beltpacks and they are still working and doing gigs,” Gaylard grins. In fact, he has the original box they came in. Gaylard started investing in Clear-Com six years ago. “The gear is reliable, robust and a game changer. The greatest advantage is the

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The brand is now supported by DWR Distribution. “This means we can repair gear locally with Derek Kruger at DWR, whereas before equipment would have to be sent to Germany which makes repairs really expensive.” Chris Pugh from DWR looks after the Clear-Com brand and delivered the new equipment to MGG.

wireless system which enables everyone to move around freely and talk to each other as often as needed, no cables and no buzzing. Clear-Com also allows you to record the whole event for reference after an event. You can link it to a sound console for further routing and stream the sound on the internet.”


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MGG's Nardus de Lange, taking delivery with Chris Pugh, Clear-Com product manager at DWR

RCF SpA is announcing the appointment of the experienced Thomas Lindgren

as national sales manager for Denmark. International Sales Manager Luca Ombrati stated: “This is a newly-created position since having previously been in partnership with a local distributor we intend to start a direct operation with Thomas,” he confirmed. With a glowing career stretching back more than 20 years, the Dane was most recently audio consultant for Ascon Trading ApS, and prior to that made his mark with a series of premier pro audio brands, most notably Sennheiser. Luca Ombrati said he was also attracted by the fact that Thomas is an experienced FOH sound engineer. “Having a sales guy with a technical background was an extremely attractive prospect,” he said. rcf.it

LTA Managing Director Colin Quek was ecstatic when approached by Export Sales Manager Steve McKay and subsequently sealed the agreement to represent and distribute Radial Engineering and Primacoustic products for Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar and Laos. radialeng.com primacoustic.com loudtechnologiesasia.com

BUSINESS NEWS Radial Engineering and Primacoustic consolidates distribution in S. E. Asia

with Loud Technologies Asia

Loud Technologies Asia, a leading distributor based in Singapore adds to its portfolio after being introduced to Radial Engineering as it revamps Asian representation for growth. Radial Engineering and Primacoustic has long been well respected for its pedigree in DI boxes, Guitar effects pedals, innovative pro audio solution gear and acoustic treatment products.

Thomas Lindgren to head RCF

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Audio Digital appointed as AUDAC distributor in the Czech Republic

AUDAC is happy to an-nounce a partnership with Prague based Audio Digital as the new ex-clusive dis-tributor of their innova-tive audio solutions in the Czech Republic. Audio Digital is a compa-ny that strives to provide the best solution possible for their clients. They will be handling the sales, distribution and ser-vice for the whole AUDAC product line. Audio Digital’s man-aging director, Michal Zeman, is truly excited to be repre-senting the full range of AUDAC products. AUDAC’s interna-tional sales executive Bart Vandermot is also pleased with the new partnership. audac.eu

Ralf Oehl has been appointed as CEO of studio specialist Georg Neumann GmbH. In his new position, Ralf will continue to build the business and brand, further developing the overall strategic direction of Georg Neumann GmbH, a Sennheiser Group company. He will report to Peter Claussen, COO of the Sennheiser Group. “It is a great honour to be joining Neumann.Berlin,” said Ralf Oehl. “Taking the helm of a company with such tremendous history, impact and reputation in the professional audio world is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. While carefully preserving its highly appreciated values and unmatched commitment to quality, we will be striving hard to further expand our portfolio and make our offering available to even more audio professionals all around the world. I am looking forward to working with the team at Neumann as we take this iconic company to new heights.”

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NEXO is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Sales and Marketing Director. Gareth Collyer steps up to this international role, after nearly 11 years as NEXO’s UK Sales Manager. “Today’s high-end sound reinforcement business is very different to the one I had when I started work with NEXO. We need to connect directly and meaningfully with our customers in every market, offering genuine two-way communication in order to improve our products and services. NEXO has a formidable global network of distribution partners, expert production companies and top AV consultants, and I look forward to working with them all,” says Collyer. nexo-sa.com

“I am delighted to welcome Ralf Oehl to our company,” commented Peter Claussen. “Thanks to his achievements and breadth and depth of experience, Ralf is the ideal choice to take this exceptional brand forward, while cherishing the legacy of excellence that makes Neumann so unique. In particular, his expertise in capturing new markets will be key in taking Neumann into new areas of opportunity.” His previous work records include executive roles at high-tech engineering group M+W and a Managing Partner position at Droege Group,

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Sennheiser Electronic Asia and the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) have taken their cooperation to a new level by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the recent “Germany-Singapore: A Future-Ready Partnership” event in Berlin, at an official signing ceremony in the presence of Her Excellency, Madam Halimah Yacob, President of Singapore. Both parties aim to intensify their cooperation by

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2015, and are truly delighted to intensify our cooperation,” said Mr Roland Lim, VP Sales, Sennheiser Asia, who signed the MOU together with Andrew Chong, Chairman, Board of Governors of ITE. The MOU signing was witnessed by Ms Low Khah Gek, CEO of ITE, and Mr Steffen Heise, CFO of Sennheiser. As part of the cooperation, Mr Kenan Phang, Senior RF engineer, Sennheiser Asia, delivers regular talks to CW students, aimed at driving positive change and making an impact in their future career aspirations. These cover technical aspects of RF wireless technology and general technological developments, as well as industry news and market trends in the pro audio field.

In addition, Mr Phang also plays an instrumental role in overseeing the progress of students who commit to a 10-week Sennheiser internship. sennheiser.com

providing unique work placement and educational opportunities for ITE students in Singapore and Germany. Madam Halimah, and Mr Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Education, were the guests of honour at the event, which was organised by the Association of German Chambers of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore - Germany and IHK Berlin. “We have been working successfully with ITE College West (CW) since PRO AUDIO DIGITAL MAGAZINE click this link >> www.caeditorial.com/pro-audio-news-magazine

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Clear-Com® held a live performance training session for the Audio Engineering Technology students at the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business, Belmont University in Nashville, USA. Benjamin Poff, Instructor for the Audio Engineering Technology degree program contacted Clear-Com to request student training on intercom systems for live performance applications. Clear-Com’s FreeSpeak II® Digital Wireless Intercom, LQ® Series Interfaces and HelixNet® Digital Network Partyline Systems were the focus of the trainings due to their popularity and ubiquity in the live performance market. Clear-Com devised a seminar-style session on the concept of intercom, followed by deep-dive, hands-on sessions on beltpacks, base stations, panels and more. clearcom.com

markets and retail channels throughout the year. citymusic.com.sg

BUSINESS NEWS Singapore’s City Music wins Mackie

Distributor of the Year, APAC

Singapore based audio distribution house, City Music Company Pte Ltd , has won the 2019 Mackie Distributor of the Year APAC award that was presented at the NAMM 2020 convention in California, USA. Since taking over the distribution of Mackie in October 2018, City Music has achieved outstanding sales performance with 87% growth over the previous year. The company also hosts and provides Mackie product training for the region and initiated a campaign to launch and promote the Mackie DRM series. Beyond that, City Music has opened Mackie products to new

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“RCF was born in 1949 in Reggio Emilia. From here we brought the excellence of Italian sound throughout the globe and today we are among the major players in the market", says Arturo Vicari, CEO of RCF Group. “Giving our name to RCF Arena is a source of pride for us, but also a mission and a commitment. We have a strong bond with this region and we intend to treat it in the best possible way. With this wonderful project, we will bring our innovation and technology to our back yard, in Reggio Emilia.” It is a prestigious signature that fully reveals RCF's devotion and commitment in the continuous search for sound quality in this new Music Valley. With 100,000 seats, the RCF Arena becomes the largest outdoor arena in Italy. It was created in the area already

RCF Arena Reggio Emilia The largest outdoor venue in Italy

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The RCF Arena is equipped with the most modern technologies for the best concert performance. It will also include an RCF TT + permanently installed audio system, the flagship line of RCF audio systems for live events, with 10 additional distributed systems (delay towers) in fixed steel structures, also used as supports for video/lighting equipment. rcf.it

known as Campovolo and will be ready and operational by September 2020. The venue will allow for a capacity of 10,000 to 100,000 people, with a raked audience floor of 5% to ensure optimal visibility and acoustics. The stage is placed in the lower part of the Arena in a central position and with a maximum viewing angle of 110° - optimal value to allow the public good visibility throughout the entire Arena. PRO AUDIO DIGITAL MAGAZINE click this link >> www.caeditorial.com/pro-audio-news-magazine

Arturo Vicari, CEO of RCF Group

Time of the official presentation of the RCF Arena logo

Genelec has signalled a new era of sustainable growth with the opening of a brand new extension to its lakeside factory in Iisalmi, Finland. Utilising the latest technologies, the extension will significantly increase the space, flexibility and efficiency of the company’s warehousing and logistics operations, while ensuring that the entire facility is now powered exclusively by sustainable sources including solar, wind and hydroelectric energy. The expansion project was managed by Genelec Development Engineer Annika Hujanen, and provides almost 2000 sq.m

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No matter how old you are, it is always lovely when something excites you enough to feel like a child again – and that, says Youki Yamamoto, is exactly how he felt the first time he heard PMC monitors in his own studio. Initially Yamamoto tried PMC IB2 XBD-A monitors with Class D amplification, but eventually chose a passive MB2 system with a separate Class A Bryston amp. “It’s a matter of personal taste,” he explains. Yamamoto’s studio is housed in a converted theatre at Pinewood and is equipped with a vintage neve 5315 console, Logic Pro, Pro Tools and Prism Sound ADA-8XR conversion. Over the years he has worked on numerous scores, and an orchestrator and programmer for films. pmc-speakers.com

of floor space for warehousing and logistics alone, with considerable additional space for customer support offices, a centralised automation control centre and efficient waste processing. Genelec Managing Director Siamak Naghian comments: “The company has strategically Continuing to keep our entire manufacturing base here in Iisalmi means that we can always guarantee not only the premium total quality of our products, but also that our entire design and manufacturing process helps to conserve our precious natural resources.” genelec.com

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Clear-Com® in recognizing the growing need for reliable high-quality communications in live productions hosted two workshops on intercom system design and new technologies for theater professionals. The one-day events were held in early December at theatrical venues in Singapore and Melbourne; two markets where wireless systems are evolving quickly, and Clear-Com products power a range of commercial applications. Special guest presenter at each workshop was Jason Crystal, Associate Sound Designer for acclaimed Broadway productions such as Hamilton and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. Crystal provided a real-world perspective based on his

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other countries, and sharing my experiences to help them learn new approaches is always a treat. Judging from their engaging questions during the sessions and our intriguing post-show conversations, they were enjoying the discussion as much as I was.” At each session, Simon Browne, Vice President of Product Management for Clear-Com, delivered an update of planned products for 2020 including the new FreeSpeak Edge™, GPIO and Audio over IP Interfaces, waterproof beltpacks and the company’s ongoing adoption of AoIP standards. Browne noted Clear-Com’s IP-based technologies are well-suited to the demands

experience and led a hands-on demonstration for the audience. All productions of Hamilton -- touring, Broadway and West End – utilize a combination of Clear-Com’s FreeSpeak II® wireless intercom system, HelixNet® all-digital networked partyline intercom system, Encore® Partyline, and LQ® Series of Audio-over-IP (AoIP) interfaces for production team communications. “It’s easy for me to speak about these technologies since I know first-hand how critical they are in making sure a production like Hamilton seamlessly comes to life, night after night,” Crystal said. “Talking to my professional colleagues, especially to new users in


of today’s theatrical environments, as shows incorporate more elaborate productions and crews require greater communications capabilities. Vinnie Macri, Outreach Manager for Clear-Com, was also in attendance and presented product-based information. “Sessions like these give our customers the information and knowledge they need to do their jobs efficiently and creatively,” Browne said. “They also give us an invaluable opportunity to meet with end users worldwide in different markets, get their direct feedback and make sure our new products in development will continue to address their challenges and changing production requirements.”

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real-time,” commented Jands General Manager Geoff Smith. In Singapore the workshop was held at the Wild Rice Theatre, an innovative new venue which is home to one of Singapore’s leading theatre companies, and which features Clear-Com systems. clearcom.com

The Melbourne event was co-hosted with Jands, Clear-Com’s distribution Partner in Australia, who were thrilled with the opportunity to bring Clear-Com’s knowledge and Crystal’s real-world experience to their market. “Clear-Com’s visit to our shores has proved invaluable for the local theatre communications market. The workshop provided a unique opportunity to learn from Jason and Simon’s combined wealth of knowledge, interact with Clear-Com’s next generation products and have their questions answered in


Reporting an exceptional year 2019 in the Middle East, Lawo has seen its pioneering IP-based broadcast production video, audio and control solutions adopted by the region’s leading TV and radio broadcasters. Large orders from private and public broadcasters in the United Arab Emirates, audio production installs for Sharjah TV, and video equipment orders from DMI were complemented with large-scale projects in Bahrain and neighboring countries: OB truck projects, dozens of radio studios and several MCR projects. In addition, Lawo is involved in large-scale projects in Egypt, Oman and Saudi Arabia. Turkuvaz Media Group invested in a number of Lawo solutions for a major, company-wide upgrade to an IP ecosystem for its brand-new facility in Istanbul. The cutting-edge IP infrastructure includes a central Lawo router, several

Lawo reports Middle East record uptake of IP A/V and Broadcast control solutions

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HARMAN Professional Solutions, the global leader in audio, video, lighting and control systems, including networked AV, today announced it has realigned distribution of AMX and SVSI in New Zealand with the appointment of JPRO. JPRO has a long and successful history of association with HARMAN, representing audio brands JBL Professional, BSS, Crown, Soundcraft among others for more than 30 years in New Zealand. “We are known in the New Zealand market for our strong market coverage, technical knowledge and customer service. HARMAN Professional Brands and Solutions are renowned for their world class quality and technological superiority," said Bruce Gray, Owner, JPRO. Support, warranty and repair of AMX & SVSI products in New Zealand will transition to JPRO with immediate effect. Warranty terms and inclusions will not be affected. jpro.co.nz

networked mc² mixing consoles, crystal radio consoles and V__matrix C100 software-defined processing blades. “I think it is safe to say that Lawo is beginning to make a difference in the Middle East: both our audio products and our video and broadcast control solutions are in high demand, like the epoch-making “Sunrise” and “Sunset” sets of the British band Coldplay at Amman’s Citadel, Jordan. A Lawo mc²56 mixing console processing 192 inputs was used for streaming and recording these events” says Klaus-Jörg Jasper, Sales Director Middle East at Lawo. lawo.com

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AMS Neve’s Exclusive Dealer for Italy Funky Junk Italy has installed the country’s first Neve Genesys Black G64 console in LG Studio Modena, bringing the number of Genesys consoles installed in Italy in 2019 to four. The studio, which is owned by producer Gabriele

HARMAN Professional Solutions, the global leader in audio, video, lighting and control systems, today announced the appointment of Brian Divine to President of the Professional Solutions division, effective immediately. As president, Divine will be responsible for overseeing the division’s worldwide operations, strategy, product roadmap and performance across all eleven brands. In his 15 combined years at HARMAN Professional, Divine worked closely with distributors and customers in nearly all of the entertainment and enterprise vertical markets the division serves in roles overseeing customer service, sales, engineering, marketing and product management. harman.com

Ferrini, already had a Neve Genesys Black G32 console but upgraded to a G64 by adding a 16 channel extension. At the recent NAMM convention

in California, Funky Junk Italy Director Paolo Orizio placed an order for a 20 AMS Neve 1073DPA units, which will be distributed among pro audio dealers throughout Italy. “Demand remains very high for these top quality preamps units,” Orizio says. ams-neve.com

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AUDAC is pleased to announce that they have entered into a strategic agreement with Han Hai Jing Seng making them AUDAC’s exclusive dis-tributor for China. Han Hai Jing Seng already has a significant histo-ry in the AV industry in China and is known regionally for its focus on quality & professionalism. Han Hai Jing Seng President Ms. Jinzi is genuinely thrilled to representing what she sees as a range of truly innovative products. Based in Beijing, China, the distributor will focus on generating brand awareness and growing the reseller partner network across the region. audac.eu

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JBL VTX A8 wins 2020 NAMM TEC Award in “Sound Reinforcement Loudspeakers” category; JBL EON One Compact wins The Music & Sound Retailer Award for Best Speaker; AKG Podcaster Essentials bundle wins NAMM-U Best in Show Award in “Gotta Stock It” category. “We are honored by the incredible awards JBL Professional and AKG received at the 2020 NAMM Show,” said Erik Tarkiainen, Vice President of Global Marketing, HARMAN Professional Solutions. “JBL Professional is extremely honored to receive a NAMM TEC Award for the JBL VTX A8,” said George Georgallis, Director of Product Management, Line Array Systems, HARMAN Professional Solutions. “I would like to thank the JBL Engineering team for their incredible work on VTX A8, and the entire line of JBL VTX A-Series. From groundbreaking acoustic research to cutting-edge product development, we are committed to creating the most innovative and powerful audio solutions in the industry.” harman.com

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What makes a grown man start a microphone collection and keep growing it for over 20 years, and possibly another 20 into the future? The answer is not a simple one. Phill Webb has a serious passion for Electro-Voice microphones, but some might think he is merely blinded by his job. After all, he currently works for Bosch, the global multinational that owns Electro-Voice (EV), and he sells EV gear for a living. But by learning more about him and his passion for great sound, many come to realise that his brand loyalty is based on something more fundamental. But you make up your own mind. Here’s Phill’s story: When asked how he got into the audio business, Phill tells the tale of his brief musical career. “Back in the 70’s I thought I’d become a guitar God. I learned to play guitar.

ordinary ones. Only during packing up did he realise that the EV mics were the top performing units. Upon returning to the shop Phill demonstrated the performance of the two mic brands to the business owner who became equally impressed with EV. At that moment, the business changed its sales strategy and went from a small EV microphone account to one of the largest in the country. Over the next ten years Phill discovered and promoted the merits of many mics in the EV range. He would often demonstrate their robustness by throwing an EV microphone across the room. On one occasion a mic landed at the feet of the EV Australia Sales Manager who just happened to walk inside the door. He was so impressed with the demo that he offered to fix the mic at no charge if it ever broke. Over the ten years that Phill stayed with his first audio-

We formed a band at church and were asked to play in a service. The church had tiny speakers so I went out and hired a PA system that comprised of a huge (at the time) 8 channel mixer. Everyone involved said that it looked very complicated and I was ‘entrusted’ to make it work. That was the end of my career as a guitarist and I have been behind mixing consoles ever since.” In 1980 Phill moved to Sydney and began working part time for CS-Trilogy (The PA People). Soon after starting he was asked to do sound for a conference that involved a children’s choir. The hire manager at the time gave Phill 4 ‘amazing’ choir microphones by a reputable brand and threw in 4 ‘ordinary’ EV rock and roll mics as this was all that was left on the shelf. During the gig Phill monitored the microphones on headphones and did agree that there were four fantastic mics and four

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sales job, the mic broke twice. It was thrown on average 10 times per week. In 1994 a position became available with EV Australia. Phill applied for this job and got it. Here, he had the opportunity to learn more about the products, the company and its history. He was given a copy of Lou Boroughs (‘Mr Microphone’ and founder of Electro-Voice) reference work from 1963. In this work there was a constant mention of ‘The Buchanan Hammer’, the microphone that Lou used to hammer 3” nails into timber while it was plugged in. This was probably the start of Phill’s fascination with vintage EV mics. In tracking down the 664 microphone (Buchanan Hammer) Phill discovered more and more about the history of EV and numerous iconic microphones that had largely never been exposed in Australia. It needs to be remembered that up until the 60’s Australia was largely influenced by British trends and American microphones

were not that common. Phill’s research led him to believe that EV had a history and engineering heritage that was far greater than competitive brands and

figures of our time, but the exact same models from the same era, and most in a fantastic working condition. Amongst the 400 or so mics, Phill owns the largest commercial mic in the world (according to a mic book published in 2005): the 643 CARDILINE Cardioid Dynamic Microphone. Measuring 2.2 metres, the 643 was designed in the late 50s for sports broadcasting applications to pick up refs and quarterback calls. It was also used by the US army during the Cold War to detect long-distance army vehicle movements near borders of interest. The EV 643 was somewhat made famous by John F Kennedy’s press team at large conferences. As the President had hearing issues, the press team recorded all the questions and answers to make sure (post-conference) that any silly mistakes made due to not hearing a question correctly were rectified with a quick phone call or telegram to the relevant newspaper.

this encouraged his interest, desire to learn more and to convey this knowledge and experience to contemporary microphone users. Not many people outside of EV know this, but EV mics have played a part in some of the biggest events in the history of mankind. When Neil Armstrong uttered “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind,” an EV mic in his helmet captured the sound. Other notable historical figures that used EV mics include Martin Luther King (“I have a dream…” public address), John F Kennedy, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Marilyn Monroe and many others. Electro-Voice has additionally won a Grammy Award for the EV 642, an overhead microphone that revolutionised sound recording on movie sets and studios. Not surprisingly, Phill owns a sample of each of the mic models mentioned above. Not quite the ones used by some of the greatest historical

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Behind a mixing desk with a guest performer

So what does the collector have to say for himself? Here are 10 Q & A’s that may somewhat explain the passion for EV mics. When did you start your mic collection and what was the first vintage mic you got? The late 90’s and the 664 Buchanan Hammer was my first vintage EV microphone as it is one of the most iconic microphones in the company’s history. It was EV’s first variable ‘D’ microphone and one of the first balanced low-impedance microphones in the market. How many EV mics have you got? Over 400, but who’s counting? What are your absolute favourites? They are all favourites and most have a story but I guess I have a particular interest in anything from the ‘South Bend’ days which is where EV was based from 1927 to 1947 and on which there is very little information. Thus the two mics I am most chuffed about are the Model 88 double button carbon from 1930 and the 620C from 1938.

RE90B - One of the best boundary microphones on the market and will stand up to any competition.

RE92H - Arguably the highest gain before feedback hanging microphone on the market

PC18XLR - Unique lectern microphone with the ability to switch polar pattern between Omni/Cardioid/Super-Cardioid and Hyper Cardioid.

N/D967 - Noted for its high gain before feedback and flat sprung stainless steel grill

RE510 - A highly-respected Condenser microphone that is equally at home as an instrument microphone as it is a vocal microphone

N/D468 - ‘Egg’ drum microphone and one of the most commonly found EV’s on touring riders

RE320 - of course no discussion of stand out units would be complete without mentioning the RE320 which has carried on the tradition started with the RE20 as the new standard in recording, broadcast and live sound applications where a large diaphragm variable ‘D’ dynamic is required.

Is there a mic you are dying to get? Yes, a 667 which looks like a 666 but comes with a pre-amp which was pretty radical back in the 50’s for a dynamic mic. Also there is a condenser listed on the 1930 sell sheet but I have never seen one – this would be the Holy Grail for an EV mic collector. EV has had a very rich history of microphone technological firsts in the last century, one that was unmatched for a very long time. How do the current EV products compare to the major microphone brands today? It is true to say that EV doesn’t have the product range of some mic manufacturers, but they do have some stand out performers: RE20 - A classic in the

industry since 1968 and possibly EV’s best known and most recognisable microphone used the world over as on air broadcast, recording and live kick drum and brass.

RE50 - Arguably the most commonly used ENG microphone in the Broadcast market, has been a staple in the industry for decades.

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What EV microphones do you use for live gigs? My typical mic kit will include; N/D967 Vocal Microphones (both cabled and wireless) RE320/N-D868 Kick Drum Microphones N/D168 Snare N/D468/408 Rack toms RE200 Hats Cardinals – Overheads Ravens – Guitar cabs RE510’s – everything else I have 30 x RE510’s which I use for percussion and acoustic instruments. These certainly come into their own at gigs such as folk festivals where you can often have a plethora of acoustic instruments on the stage. These are amazing for their ‘off mic’ characteristics and don’t display the proximity effect you would normally associate with a supercardioid while still having a tight pattern control – the closest EV has to a ‘Swiss Army Microphone’. I also have a number of Vintage working units - these are classic mics that do work that I take out on gigs. For example I have 5 x 664 microphones that I take out for Buddy Holly, Franki Valli tribute shows etc. And an RE15 for Elvis shows etc

Collecting EV mics: Is it a healthy interest or an obsession? Addiction. When will you stop? When it kills me. On that note, hopefully Phill’s wife does not read this article. No one is a fan of doomsday prophecies coming true. By the way, Phill is not totally blinded by his passion. On a few occasions, he has recommended a mic or two from competing brands for certain applications. Phill is as true to his job as a sound guy as he is to his love for EV microphones.

Have you ever had a complaint about an EV mic from an artist you did sound for? I have certainly come across artists who have preferred to use their own microphones and the main argument has been ‘keeping their own germs to themselves’. I also come across engineers who are set in their ways and like using what they know but honestly I can’t recall a situation where I have had to replace an EV microphone because it wasn’t doing the job. I had a recent situation with a well-known touring band where I was looking after monitors and had a discussion with their FOH engineer who basically told me that unless the mics were brand “XYZ” the band would kick up a stink. I replied that as I was doing monitors I was going to use what I knew would do the job (in this case the EV N/D967 vocal mics). After the second song of the sound check the lead vocalist announced to the FOH guy how much better the mics were than the ones they normally use. That brought a smile to my face. Overall, I have had a lot more positive responses than negative.

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Designed to deliver a significant step up in all-around performance for a column system in its size/price category

Superior Electro-Voice sound quality, room-filling coverage and flexible functionality combined in a very compact package

The most complete feature set in its class, including an eight-channel digital mixer, studio-quality onboard effects, and Bluetooth* app control of all audio, effects and mix functions

The EVOLVE 30M is designed to deliver a significant step up in all-around performance for a column system in its size/price category – superior Electro-Voice sound quality, room-filling coverage and flexible functionality combined in a very compact package. The system includes a speaker array, a two-piece pole connector, an array and pole backpack carry case, and a powered subwoofer – all made to pack up and assemble quickly, look great on stage, and withstand real-world wear and tear. The EVOLVE 30M is equipped with the most complete feature set in its class, including an eight-channel digital mixer, studio-quality onboard effects, and remote control of all audio, effects and mix functions via the next-generation Electro-Voice QuickSmart Mobile application (available via the Apple Store and on Google Play). The fully configurable app has an intuitive, easy-to-read user interface and utilizes Bluetooth* Low Energy (BTLE) technology for the adjustment and monitoring of all parameters of up to six EVOLVE 30M systems simultaneously. High-resolution, low-latency streaming ensures excellent results for music playback or accompaniment.

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For events such as weddings, the mixer allows the same system to support the various mics and inputs required for participants, musicians, and background music during the day, all with plenty of power to fill the dance floor for a DJ set or live performance in the evening. The full-range column array and its six lightweight 2.8” neodymium drivers provide ultra-wide 120° coverage via proprietary waveguides; array-formed 40° asymmetrical vertical coverage ensures acoustic output is directed towards both sitting and standing audience members.

The speakers are protected by a black powder-coated 18-gauge steel grille. A white version will also be available in spring 2020. The EVOLVE 30M’s control panel features EV’s industry-leading QuickSmart DSP, which allows navigation of system parameters via an LCD with single-knob control or via the app, as well as multiple options for signal routing and inputs. Functions include four presets (Music, Live, Speech, Club), three-band system EQ (low, mid, high), seven-band graphic EQ (in Mixer mode), five user-programmable presets (Store and Recall settings), phantom power, visual monitoring of limiter status, input level control and meters, and a master volume control to optimize gain structure. Developed in collaboration with the world-class audio electronics engineering team at EV’s sibling brand Dynacord, the integrated fully featured, fully configurable digital mixer has multiple inputs (4x XLR/TRS combo mic/line inputs, 1x XLR/TRS combo stereo line input, 1x RCA, 1x 3.5 mm stereo, 1x Hi-Z instrument input) with professional-grade preamps and mix functions. Independent channel aux sends and Hi-Z and foot switch inputs are also included, and a range of effects (30 presets, including chorus, delay, flange and reverb, via two FX channels) add myriad options for fine-tuning.

The array enclosure is constructed from a durable composite material and incorporates an ergonomic aluminum handle. A 10” subwoofer is housed in a 15 mm wood enclosure with a high-efficiency laminar-flow vent design, for enhanced

rigidity and acoustical performance. The array and sub are connected via a two-piece symmetrical aluminum pole with internal wiring and magnetically assisted latching. A Class-D amplifier provides up to 1000 W of output power: 500 W to the subwoofer and 500 W to the column array.

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12” powered PXM-12MP coaxial floor monitor always offers performers a clear, reliable monitor mix due to its high SPL and acoustically optimized 55° monitor floor angle

QuickSmart DSP for best-in-class processing with 3-band EQ, feedback filter and presets

High-efficiency, built-in Class-D amplifier

A small footprint and light weight, it offers versatile use as a delay, fill or small point-source short-throw

The PXM-12MP marks Electro-Voice’s debut in the powered stage monitor market. PXM-12MP is a powerful, rugged and flexible loudspeaker designed for daily use. The acoustically optimized, high-output, two-way stage wedge features coaxially aligned 12” LF and 1.75” HF transducers. Its small footprint and light weight of 13.5 kg makes it an extremely portable solution suited to live performances on all stages, particularly excelling where floor space is limited. Thanks to the solid, consistent coverage, the monitor mix can be heard clearly without restricting performers to a limited part of the stage. The acoustically optimized 55° monitor floor angle enables an artist to

12MP comes with several x-over settings, including settings for ELX200 and EKX subwoofers. The built-in two-channel Class-D 700 W amplifier -- developed in collaboration with the world-class audio electronics engineering team at EV’s sibling brand Dynacord-- provides plenty of power, precision sound and enough headroom to satisfy the most demanding monitoring requirements, reaching a maximum sound pressure level of 129dB. EV’s intuitive QuickSmart DSP features a backlit LCD panel and a push-button encoder, providing best-in-class signal processing with sophisticated IIR/FIR settings for optimized audio performance.

stand as close or as far away from the system as necessary without sacrificing audio intelligibility. The wide 90° horizontal angle also gives performers the freedom to move across the stage, rather than being constrained to just a small area. While the PXM-12MP compliments any sound system which would benefit from the addition of a dedicated monitor, it also expands EV’s portable speaker portfolio. PXM-12MP shows great flexibility when it comes to additional use due to its 90° x 90° coverage pattern. It equally performs well as a fill, delay, or mounted on a pole working as a sound system for short-throw applications; subwoofers can also be connected whenever extra bass is needed. The PXM-

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Yamaha has launched new white models of its flagship DZR/CZR series and DXS XLF/CXS XLF loudspeakers / subwoofers. Since being introduced in 2018, the black models of these speaker systems have established a high quality reputation for their exceptional accuracy and signature sound, proving very popular in a wide variety of applications. All DZR/CZR and DXS XLF/CXS XLF models will be available in the new white finish, providing more options for a greater variety of uses, such as hotel banquets, houses of worship and auditoriums, where a

The passive CZR series features three full-range models, with two CXS XLF subwoofers. They share the same cabinet and speaker components as the DZR/DXS XLF models, delivering very high power-handling and focused, professional sound. Optional accessories for the new models include a white U bracket that is easy to install in both vertical and horizontal configuration. The existing SPCVR series speaker covers for all models (available in black only) and wheel kit for DXS XLF / CXS XLF subwoofers can also be used with the new white models.

high quality audio system needs to blend into the design of the space. The DZR range comprises eight full-range models and four DXS XLF subwoofers, including ‘D’ versions that feature onboard Dante IN/OUT capability. Featuring best-in-class SPL performance, sophisticated 96kHz DSP processing and unrivaled low-frequency sound reproduction, DZR loudspeakers deliver professional quality sound with greater power than their compact, lightweight design might suggest. The DXS XLF subwoofers can reach an extended low frequency of 30Hz, the lowest of any DXS subwoofer yet.

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HARMAN Professional Solutions announced the JBL Digital Directivity Analysis (DDA) 5.1 software update. Designed to work with JBL Intellivox products along with any point source speakers in the JBL portfolio using common loudspeaker format (CLF) data, DDA 5.1 is a powerful acoustic modelling software tool that allows sound system designers to simulate speaker response in a 3D environment. DDA enables sound designers to visualize and statistically predict direct SPL, total SPL, D/R ratio, STI and delay spread. Designed to offer improved workflow,

requirements or as a complement to large sound systems in fill and delay applications. Associated with its companion subwoofer SB18, Kara II modular system can accommodate any program material requiring bandwidth, contour and output. Added variable directivity

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Kara II adds flexibility with PanflexTM. A single Kara II enclosure offers four horizontal directivity patterns: 70° or 110° symmetrical and 90° asymmetrical on either side. With a tighter control of the directivity, the 70° setting brings an additional 2 dB compared to the 110° setting increasing throw capability. With Panflex and inter-element angles ranging from 0° to 10°, a Kara II line source coverage can be precisely tailored to any audience geometry. On its own Kara II can be used as a main system for vocal reinforcement and music material with light LF

the free 5.1 update adds two significant new features. DDA 5.1 streamlines the registration process and removes the need for repeated license renewal found in earlier versions of the software. Along with DDA 5.1 a SketchUp plug-in has also been released, which enables users to easily import 3D geometry from SketchUp software. Users can download the latest version of DDA directly from the JBL Professional website. The new SketchUp plug-in enables users to

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Powerful tri-amplified midfield studio monitor – high-precision dispersion with tremendous sound level reserves. Computer-modeled cabinet

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And in a multi-channel system, it can also be freely combined with all other Neumann studio monitors. With its tri-channel amplifiers the KH 420 also realizes sound pressures of up to 122.4 dB. And it thereby retains high-resolution and neutral representation across the entire frequency response. This also includes an exceptional bass response down to 26 Hz. The Digital Input Module DIM 1 expands the loudspeaker electronics by a digital XLR input, a digital BNC input and a digital BNC output (192 kHz/24 Bit) for flexible digital signal links.

The KH 420 is designed for a working distance of 1.5 to 3 m (5’ to 9’). It handles this space effortlessly thanks to great power reserves and precisely concentrated dispersion. Even in diverse acoustical environments the KH 420 remains neutral and clear in every detail down to the subtlest nuances. No subtlety is lost; every sound element can be localized. The KH 420 is a three-way tri-amplified monitor with thermally protected Class AB amplifiers (330 W and two times 140 W). Just like the drivers, its Mathematically Modeled Dispersion™ (MMD™) waveguide is engineered for optimum precision. Sound distributed in a horizontally precise manner ensures flexibility in the listening position; the narrower vertical dispersion reduces the negative effects of nearby reflections, for example from a desk or mixing console. The dispersion of the KH 420 is deliberately designed to be narrower, to guarantee reference sound at longer working distances. The KH 420 is designed for midfield applications and as main monitor in project, music, broadcast and post-production studios for recording, mixing and mastering.

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Equipson’s second new product in the WORK PRO ARION Series is the ARION 5A – a fully redesigned compact size Line Array system that offers an impressive power ratio of 1600W peak through its sub and 2400W peak through its tops. ARION 5A tops consist of two 5" woofers, one 1.75" voicecoil, a 2.2" ring radiator and a 15" sub that can be combined with 4, 6 (1 sub) and 8 or 12 (2 subs) top boxes. The sub used for this system is an SL115AS, which

designed and manufactured in Europe. Alongside reliability and great sound quality, ARION 10A is also highly cost effective because its amplifier and DSP technology is concentrated in one box, which in turn supplies the powered audio signal to the following box. This means that only one dual channel amplifier is need for every two boxes. At the low frequency end of the spectrum, ARION 10A uses an affordable SL218A subwoofer. equipson.es

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ARION 10A is a single 10" that incorporates WORK PRO’s internal DSP technology and high quality amplifiers from Danish brand Pascal®. The new ARION 10A uses top of the range transducers that were

comes with a dual amp high power 2000W Pascal® amplifier. When combined with WORKPRO’s internal networked DSP, the amplifier can supply a powered audio

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NEXO’s new P8 and P10 are true multi-purpose performers that have serious ambitions to become just as ubiquitous in the audio marketplace as their predecessors, the classic PS Series cabinets that made NEXO’s global reputation. The P8 features a coaxial 8” LF driver with 1.5” diaphragm HF driver, and the P10 has a coaxial 10” Neodymium LF driver and 1.7” diaphragm HF driver. The horn driver can be rotated in both cabinets, something of a NEXO trademark after it was innovated in the PS Series. However, in the new P+

The footprints of the two new P+ cabinets are very compact, and the enclosures are light in weight. Both P+ Series models are available in Touring and Installation versions. In the Touring version, two large handles on each side hold a 35mm pole stand adaptor and Speakon� connector for discrete connection when the cabinets are used on pole stands or in wedge monitor applications. Two other Speakon� connectors are included on the back plate. In the Installation version of the cabinets, a cable gland with a 2 core cable for audio input ensures IP54 protection when it is used outdoors. The new P+ Series models are accompanied by a comprehensive range of accessories, enabling them to be used in a wide variety of touring and installed applications. nexo-sa.com

Series, the quick-release Magnelis steel grille can be quickly removed, allowing the horn to be swapped out, changing the standard 100x100 degree dispersion for a 110x60 degree alternative. The ability to achieve such wide dispersion and power will appeal to corporate AV users, keen to make small cabinets perform like big cabinets. The custom-designed coaxial drivers are at the heart of these speakers, responsible for smooth, clean sound and impressive SPL output: 129dB Peak for the P8 and 136dB Peak for the P10. Special attention has been

given to the design of the cooling system of the LF driver, ensuring outstanding power handling. Frequency response is 66Hz-20kHz for P8, and 63Hz-20kHz for P10. Such specifications position the new P+ Series cabinets at the top of the point source category in today’s market.

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AUDAC’s ALTI series are two-way pendant loudspeakers, designed for background and foreground music applications with open architectures and high ceilings. Typical applications are big scale retail environments, warehouses and other large open spaces. Engineered to solve a wide range of installations these new pendant models deliver best-in-class audio and the easiest possible installation experience for integrators. Both styles of speaker include an internal 70V/100V

AUDAC is expanding its range of modular audio player solutions with the NMP40 - Audio Streaming Sourcecon™ Module. This revolutionary audio streaming solution allows you to connect your professional audio installation with the industry’s leading streaming services. This brand new module is a great addition to the ever-growing SourceCon™ range that AUDAC has to offer. While keeping true to the SourceCon™ mindset the NMP40 can easily be installed in a compatible device like the XMP44 without the need for additional configuration or setup. The Installation is easily done by sliding the

discovery in the preferred streaming solution. If the module is connected to the same network, it will be automatically discovered on a mobile device or computer and a possibility to choose it as output device will be available. audac.eu

transformer with a 16 Ohm bypass, giving designers fantastic flexibility. Mounting the speaker is done through a connection cable with two integrated steel cores for suspending with an additional drop safety. Fixation is made through two snap-hooks on one end and a dual Gripple™ fixation on the other end. The included cable length of 3.5 meters offers possibilities for a wide variety of ceiling heights. audac.eu

modules into guide rails. This allows a simple and fast installation without requiring additional internal wiring or complex configuration. When inserted the module it’s plug & play, the module is instantly installed, discovered and ready for operation. The same counts for its

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Yamaha is launching new white models of its flagship DZR/CZR series and DXS XLF/CXS XLF loudspeakers / subwoofers. All DZR/CZR and DXS XLF/CXS XLF models will be available in the new white finish, providing more options for a greater variety of uses, such as hotel banquets, houses of worship and auditoriums, where a high quality audio system needs to blend into the design of the space. The DZR range comprises eight full-range models and four DXS XLF subwoofers, including ‘D’ versions that feature onboard Dante IN/OUT capability.

Optional accessories for the new models include a white U bracket that is easy to install in both vertical and horizontal configuration. The existing SPCVR series speaker covers for all models and wheel kit for DXS XLF / CXS XLF subwoofers can also be used with the new white models.

Featuring best-in-class SPL performance, sophisticated 96kHz DSP processing and unrivaled low-frequency sound reproduction, DZR loudspeakers deliver professional quality sound with greater power than their compact, lightweight design might suggest. The DXS XLF subwoofers can reach an extended low frequency of 30Hz, the lowest of any DXS subwoofer yet. The passive CZR series features three full-range models, with two CXS XLF subwoofers. They share the same cabinet and speaker components as the DZR/DXS XLF models, delivering very high power-handling and focused, professional sound.

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NEXT-proaudio’s new unified rack solution N-RAK, are configured to interface seamlessly allowing multiple configurations for the entire NEXT-proaudio’s product

The EMS Series from EM Acoustics is the company’s most popular loudspeaker range, featuring their signature passive crossovers and exceptional enclosure design. Sixteen years on in the face of continued demand, EM Acoustics has completely revamped the range, enhancing the look and feel with a number of aesthetic changes, and augmented the series with the addition of a highly-anticipated 10-inch model, the EMS-101X. The EMX-101X incorporates a brand new low frequency driver, designed in large part by

simplified and much more efficient than the former LA Rack. With the Powersoft amplifiers already built in and no assembly required, it’s an easy-to-configure, all-in-one amplifier solution that eliminates the process of building amp racks. The new fully equipped N-RAK 6 and 12 module comprises a compact 4U Customized Rack with 2 Powersoft T604 (N-RAK12) or 1 Powersoft T604 (N-RAK6); 2U Audio Distribution Panel in the front; and 2U Power Distribution Panel in the back. The N-RAK features Armonia software for conveniente, simplified and standard control. next-proaudio.com

range. Consisting in a family of 2 new different models, N-RAK 6 and N-RAK12, all the new N-Raks are equipped with Powersoft T604, featuring Dante™ audio

networking functionality. The new N-RAK 6 and 12 have Dante, AES3 and Analog inputs for multiple connections, making the setup process greatly

EM Acoustics’ director of R&D, Ed Kinsella. One of the significant improvements has been the introduction of a newly developed 3-step polyurethane paint finish which is exceptionally tough, inherently weather-resistant, and offers a sleeker, more modern look. For prolonged outdoor use, outdoor versions can also be supplied wth stainless steel grilles and weather-resistant connectors. Other enhancements include a stylish new grille design and painless access to the rigging points. emacoustics.co.uk

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d&b audiotechnik joined over 100,000 audio and music professionals attending the 2020 NAMM show in Anaheim, USA. At the d&b booth, show attendees will be able to learn about the new addition to the acclaimed SL-Series line array family, as well as the augmented array A-Series, which combines the flexibility of point source clusters with the extensive control of d&b line arrays. In the d&b demonstration room, there will be presentations of various

control panel, the Milan-based DS20 and Dante-based DS10, the flagship D80 amplifier, and d&b workflow – featuring ArrayCalc, R1 Remote, NoizCalc, and ArrayProcessing. “The latest innovations we will highlight at NAMM are the result of our approach to empower d&b system users to create environments where the audience shares the highest level of sound quality,” stated Amnon Harman, CEO, d&b audiotechnik.

technologies that elevate the listening experience both in the audience and on stage. Demos will specifically feature the A-Series augmented arrays, elements from the SL-Series, and the next generation of sound reinforcement, d&b Soundscape. Additionally, d&b will also showcase the ultra-compact B8 subwoofer, xC-Series column speakers, and examples from the XS-Series. At the d&b integration island on the booth will be the new R90 touchscreen remote

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The USW-112P houses a single 12” long-excursion driver along with a highly efficient class D amplifier and advanced digital signal processing. The cabinet design features a low velocity port, based on the USW-210P, with optimized tuning for linear response and low distortion. Preliminary performance specifications include a linear peak output (measured with M-Noise signal) of 123 dB SPL across an operating frequency range of 35 Hz to 140 Hz. Phase response measures ±30° from 45 Hz to 120 Hz. The USW-112P subwoofer measures 23.50”

with M-Noise. The ULTRA-X20 may be ordered with any one of three connector panel options. The two AC powered versions both have looping Powercon® connectors with choice of 3-pin XLR for audio or 5-pin XLR for audio and RMS remote monitoring. Another version is offered for integration in IntelligentDC™ systems (audio and remote DC powering on a single cable) with a 5-pin Phoenix connector. Two additional variants are offered, identical except for the patterns of the rotatable horn: ULTRA-X22 (80°x 50°) and ULTRA-X23 (110°x 110°). meyersound.com

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The ULTRA-X20 incorporates two 5” cone drivers, one 2” diaphragm compression driver and a rotatable 110°x 50° horn in a coaxial configuration. Power comes from a highly efficient three-channel Class D amplifier with sophisticated DSP, with everything fitted inside a compact cabinet that measures a mere 7.5” / 19.5 cm wide by 19.04” / 48.4 cm high by 8.6” / 21.8 cm deep and weighs only 26 pounds / 11.8 kg. Preliminary performance specifications give an operating frequency range of 60 Hz to 18 kHz, phase response of ±45° (100 Hz – 16 kHz) and linear peak SPL of 123.5 dB measured

/ 59 cm high by 13.50” / 34.3 cm wide x 11.95” / 30 cm deep. Weight is 47 pounds / 21.3 kg. Versions of the USW-112P are offered with either direct AC powering or for integration into systems using IntelligentDC, Meyer Sound’s exclusive technology for supplying both DC power and audio from a remote, rack-mount unit over a single cable. The USW-112XP is the most powerful subwoofer offered with IntelligentDC. Optional facilities also are offered for Meyer Sound’s RMS system for comprehensive remote monitoring.

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First out of the gates is the new S. Series, comprising three passive two-way systems — the S.10, S.12 and S.15. S. Series enclosures feature a user-rotatable horn for vertical or horizontal orientation and multiple M8 threaded inserts for easy installation. The trapezoid enclosures are braced internally to reduce panel resonances and improve sonic performance and are finished in a textured black paint, with drivers protected by a perforated steel grille. The S.10 is an extremely compact, two-way passive loudspeaker designed for family KTV, BOX KTV and music bar rooms which call for enjoyable sound over short throw distances. It utilises a 10”/2.5” voice coil, LF driver and a 1” exit HF compression driver with a 1.4” polyimide diaphragm. The S.12 is a high-performance, two-way entertainment system

with low distortion and can be used singly or stacked horizontally. The high power Blackline XH15 provides improved performance over the existing Blackline X15 in a wide-bandwidth system and a compact and efficient package.

featuring a 12”/2.5” voice coil LF driver unit and a 1” exit compression driver with a 1.4” polyimide diaphragm on a rotatable 80° x 50° HF horn. The S.15 features a powerful 15”/3” voice coil LF drive unit and a 1” exit HF compression driver with a 1.75” polyimide diaphragm for extended high frequency response. The X218 is a dual-driver, high performance subwoofer with an operating range of

42Hz-200Hz + 3dB. It produces high output levels 141dB peak SPL (half space)

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LD Systems’ new active column PA system MAUI® 44 G2 features 1,500 W RMS, 130 dB Max. SPL and cardioid speaker configuration – the perfect choice for solo musicians and small combos, DJs and entertainers and permanent installations. aptX™ and AAC coding ensures high-definition full bandwidth audio over Bluetooth®, and the TrueWireless Stereo™ technology enables wireless stereo sound from two MAUI 44 G2. Professional column PA

system with 1500 W RMS and 132 dB max. SPL

Cardioid column for controlled low- and mid-range frequency dispersion and cardioid subwoofer application (with additional subwoofer)

entertainers, but also for mobile DJs not having a dedicated subwoofer at hand. The BT versions enable wireless Bluetooth® streaming to play entire songs or backing parts from a smartphone or tablet. The ICOA series active coaxial PA speakers comprise a 12'' and a 15'' version and are available with extensive, optionally available accessory for installation and transport. ld-systems.com

The new ICOA® series active coaxial PA speakers are true all-rounders for full-range, satellite and monitor applications. Thanks to its coaxial design with rotating, BEM-optimised CD horn as well as the DynX DSP presets, the ICOA fullrange systems are highly flexible in use. This is not least due to the excellent bass reproduction of the horn-loaded woofers, making the active ICOA loudspeakers not only an ideal choice for musicians, bands and

TrueWireless™ stereo technology for wireless stereo pairing of two column systems

aptX™ coding and advanced audio coding (AAC) for high-resolution Bluetooth® streaming

BEM-optimized high-frequency waveguide for uniform dispersion pattern, phase plug for coherent mid-range wavefront and flow-optimised bass-reflex ports

DynX® DSP technology for distortion-free sound at maximum volume

Automatic setup detection Fast and simple assembly

without stands or cables Rugged subwoofer housing

and lightweight, powder-coated aluminium column

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Solid State Logic (SSL) have released their latest Live V4.10 feature packed update for the entire range of SSL Live consoles including; L100, L200, L300, L350, L550 (including L500 and L500 Plus) as well as their SOLSA software. The new release provides live engineers with a host of beneficial features that expands their workflow and control: Event Manager Allows live engineers to create Events that can perform one or more actions when one or more input states are met. A single trigger can activate multiple output actions, or multiple triggers can activate a single output action so workflow set up for live events more flexible and intuitive.

Dynamic EQ Update The 1, 2 and 4-band Dynamic EQs in the Live software FX Rack have been significantly redesigned with a new graph based GUI, and adding further levels of control including ‘static’ gain, increased Q (filter width) range, and new threshold trigger modes. DAW Control DAW Control brings support for the HUI™ protocol, primarily for engineers requiring record or playback Pro Tools™ systems. Up to 32 DAW controller channels can be configured for up to four separate DAWs. The feature also provides timecode and MIDI-based automation for Input/output actions and Events.

V-Auxes and V-Stems: This provide an efficient way of making mix adjustments from groups of paths using VCAs. Adjusting a V-Aux or V-Stem send will trim sends to that bus from all paths that are members of the VCA, and show each source path's discrete level to each bus, and the level with the VCA offset applied. Spectrum Analyser A new graphical FFT analyser overlay is now available across channel and bus, EQ and Filters, allowing an engineer to quickly identify and resolve problem frequencies. The fixed-point-per-octave analyser has equal resolution across the entire frequency range, providing high resolution even at low frequencies.

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V4.10 release continues the ongoing commitment for increased performance and feature development for Solid State Logic Live consoles.

COMPACT M is a multipurpose two-way full-range speaker system, suitable for a wide range of applications. The sound quality, the compactness, and the elegant and neutral design with accurate finishing make COMPACT M series suited to every environment, providing excellent acoustic performance for both background and foreground music. COMPACT M 12: 300W AES, 129 dB Max SPL COMPACT M 10: 300W AES, 128 dB Max SPL

Meyer Sound introduces Spacemap Go, a new spatial sound design and mixing tool that leverages the processing power of the company’s GALAXY™ network platform. Following installation of software and firmware updates for GALAXY, the new Spacemap Go iOS app will provide a flexible and easy-to-use touch pad interface for Spacemap™ multi-channel panning, using one or more connected iPads.

COMPACT M 05: 80W AES, 115 dB Max SPL rcf.it

and GALAXY 816-AES3, affording a wide range of input and output configurations. The iOS app will be released concurrently with updates to Compass and Compass Go control software and GALAXY firmware. All Spacemap programming and real-time operation is handled by Spacemap Go; Compass and Compass Go will continue to provide access to system parameters such as EQ and delay. Spacemap Go is compatible with automated and live on-the-fly workflows. Full integration with QLab and popular DAWs is anticipated at the time of release. meyersound.com

COMPACT M 08: 180W AES, 124 dB Max SPL COMPACT M 06: 100W AES, 116 dB Max SPL

With nearly 4,000 GALAXY loudspeaker processors sold to date, Spacemap Go immediately enables this large existing user base to configure, program and implement sophisticated spatial sound mixing with unprecedented ease and cost-effectiveness. Spacemap Go can be used in a system of up to four GALAXY loudspeaker processors in any combination including GALAXY 408, GALAXY 816

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Solid State Logic (SSL) announce the latest V2.3 System T broadcast production platform release, adding significant benefits to the entire range of System T consoles; S500, S500m, S300 and TCR. Alongside the System T V2.3 release, the Network I/O V4.0 update includes ST 2110, ST 2059-2 and ST 2022-7 support for all devices, providing standards based AoIP and Dante technology simultaneously on the same chipsets. This allows installations to leverage IP networks for both infrastructure and consoles-based audio routing workflows, without proprietary hardware TDM routers, and adds support for TSL UMDv5 providing the audio operator with accurate information about the source currently presented on each fader.

Ember+, User Keys, Fader starts, and Scene triggers. Expanded for V2.3 this extensive list of user definable event triggers is joined by path event controls. Three controls per path provide up to 2400 additional assignable switches, controllable from the touchscreen or hardware quick controls above the faders. The console operator can be presented with a single simple switch, programmed for relevant macros or functions specifically for that channel. The events system also gains an event tally feature, driven from a GPI or specific function, user key LEDs can be externally controlled providing silent visual feedback to the console operator. V2.3 brings Dante Domain Manager (DDM) login capability directly into the console software. System T is a routing controller with direct on console routing control for any Dante enabled device, providing complete AoIP resource sharing from an audio centric GUI. Support for Network I/O Dante HC SRC, plus SB 32.24 and SB 16.12 SRC capability has been added to facilitate mixed sample rate or separate clock domain use.

An additional tone inject on the channel input provides simple signal path checking, while a new per path talkback inject for channel and bus direct outputs enhances communications switching and conferencing. A Backfeed feature with mix minus assignment places the controls of a Mix Minus return bus directly on the incoming outside source channel. Greatly simplifying operation for complex external line control, without the need to navigate to other layers or other systems. Cue and Auto Cue further simplify communication with outside and remote sources, greatly reducing the console operator’s tasks during broadcasts with complex remote feeds. System T’s powerful Event Manager provides graphical and user programable macro functionality for; GPIOs, Console functions, MIDI, AFV,

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dBTechnologies launches VIO C, a complete series of 2-way active line-source speakers for the widest range of venues and applications, from installed PA systems to sound reinforcement for touring. Designed to create horizontal or vertical line-source arrays and featuring a simple yet rapid rigging system, VIO C offers the most flexible coverage options as well as the powerful and pure acoustic performance that distinguishes all VIO cabinets. The series encompasses 3 enclosures housing premium neodymium components: VIO C12, VIO C15, and VIO C212 . The whole series is

Master Fader is the heart of any DL Series system with an intuitive workflow. With a completely customizable UI that is scalable for users of any skill level, Master Fader is the most adaptable control app available.

The preamplifier is ready for future upgrades with Audinate Dante card. dbtechnologies.com

For full release notes, go to www.Mackie.com/master-fader Master Fader 5.1 is a separate app from 4.6.2. To download on your device, use the links below. App Store (iOS) Google Play (Android) macOS Windows Note: Do not upgrade to Master Fader 5.1 when using a DL32R + DC16 / AXIS System. Please continue using v4.6.2. There are currently no plans for DC16 support in v5.0.

equipped with latest generation 1600 W RMS Class D Amp module Digipro G4 driving a powerful DSP and allowing each system to deliver impressive SPL (139 dB for VIO C12, 140 dB for VIO C15, and 141 dB for VIO C212). As a default, VIO C are equipped with dBTechnologies RDNet card for real time monitoring and remote control via Aurora Net software.

What's New with Master Fader 5.1 Support for DL806,

DL1608, and DL32R All-new effects engine DL32R - total effects

processors increased to 4 All the new features

introduced with 5.0 Now available on macOS

and Windows Show import/export Performance improvements Master Fader on Android is

now 64-Bit If you are using a 32-Bit

Android device, please contact our support team and they will assist you.

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The EVENT-26A is a two-way, symmetrical, ultra-compact, lightweight (36 lb), self-powered line array in a double 6.5” inches “v-shaped” configuration that provides an impressive and uniform 100º horizontal coverage. High quality injected polypropylene

The EVENT-115A is a wooden cabinet (birch plywood) compact self-powered front-loaded bass reflex subwoofer that uses a single 15” low frequency transducer specifically designed for use with the EVENT-26A and compatible rigging hardware to be flown. It is powered by a Class D amplifier with 1200 Wpeak and it incorporates a 15FW4 transducer specially designed to provide long-excursion and minimize distortion. In addition, the new subwoofer includes an LCD screen with the DAScontrolTM interface that simplifies preset selection.

as X-over, presets, delays, limiters and FIR filters for flat phase response and high dynamic headroom. The EVENT-26A array configuration can range from 4 cabinets up to 16. dasaudio.com

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cabinet, Powecon in/out connectors, and DSP presets with DASControlTM are some of the features to consider. Additionally, the EVENT-26A is powered by a two-channel Class D amplifier providing 800 Wpeak that includes a 24-bit DSP that enables all the processing needed, such

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Genelec introduces two Smart IP loudspeaker models. The 4420 and 4430 loudspeakers combine both exceptional sound quality with single cable convenience, and their onboard Smart IP technology provides scalable power, audio and loudspeaker configuration, supervision and calibration features via a standard CAT cable. The 4420 / 4430 are compatible with both Dante and open IP standards including AES67 and ST2110-30, and derive power via PoE and PoE+ Power-over-Ethernet formats. Both models feature a single rear panel CAT connector which also allows access to Genelec’s Smart IP Manager. In terms of technical specification, the 4420 stands just 226 mm

Enabling manufacturers to implement high performance and interoperability into their

in height, delivers 45 Hz to 39 kHz (-6 dB) via a 5 inch woofer and 3/4 inch tweeter, and produces a max SPL of 104 dB via its onboard 50 W Class D stages. genelec.com

streams, and sample rates up to 192 kHz. Flexible as well as powerful, it is equally suited to operation in synchronized WAN (wide area network) environments with greater than 500 ms latency, or on local networks with ultra-low latency down to one sample per packet, which is less than 1 ms. Built-in PTP Grandmaster capability (multicast and hybrid mode) puts your product in control. directout.eu ravenna-network.com

tall yet offers a frequency response of 55 Hz – 39 kHz (-6 dB) via a 4 inch woofer and 3/4 inch metal dome tweeter, producing a max SPL of 100 dB via onboard 50 W Class D amplifiers for each driver. In comparison, the 4430 measures 285 mm

products in a compact Mini- PCI form factor, RAV2 offers easy integration of RAVENNA, AES67 and SMPTE ST 2110-30/31 with support for all ST 2022-7 classes.

In terms of performance, RAV2 offers 128 x 128 audio channels in up to 32 network

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Nearly 40 years since making its debut on the professional recording scene, the iconic AMS RMX16 Digital Reverberation System is being relaunched in hardware format as part of AMS Neve’s popular rack mounted 500 Series. The new RMX16 500 comes in a 3-slot wide format and retails at USD1295 making it a more affordable proposition for a far wider user base. It is simple to operate with 18 factory programs including the unmistakeable Ambience, Nonlin and Reverse, simulating different reverberant environments,

response but also a linear phase response. The Danley Studio 1 has a smooth response from 63Hz to 20kHz, using just a single 6.5-inch coaxial driver, a seeming impossibility by conventional standards. The Studio 2 houses a perfectly-matched amplifier. The Danley Studio Sub uses two 8-inch woofers and Danley’s ingenious design to deliver remarkably low distortion down to 33Hz. The Studio 2 is designed to be a self -powered stand-alone box with no need for an external sub. danleysoundlabs.com

New wet/dry mix blend function.

New save/recall feature with 100 user-defined memory slots.

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The Danley Studio 1 passive nearfield monitor, Studio 2 active nearfield monitor, and Studio Sub subwoofer connect past and present and draw on Danley’s incredible breadth and depth of knowledge and experience to deliver a uniquely transparent studio monitoring experience. Studio 1 relies on Danley’s patented Synergy Crossover design to assure not only a linear frequency

with the ability to control all parameters. An 18kHz

bandwidth, allowing it to also be used as a high quality digital delay line.

90dB dynamic range and 0.03% distortion in delay mode.

Adjustable input and output levels for optimum signal to noise performance.

New rotary push encoder enabling all parameters and settings to be adjusted by ear.

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MSRP: Studio1-B $1,600 Studio2-B $4,400 StudioSub-B $2,280

The LR24 is a 3-way, bi-amped “mid-size” format line-array system; Loaded with Alcons’ multiple-patented pro-ribbon technology for mid and high frequencies, the system features an unusually high dynamic range with a fast impulse response with up-to-90% less distortion. This results in an intuitive linear response, with optimal intelligibility and non-compressed identical tonal balance at any SPL. The RBN1202’s large 12" voice-coil features an unusual power handling of 2500W and RMS-to-peak ratio of

Building on the reputation of its renowned DSP-based audio technology, Apex continues to innovate with the CloudPower Series - a new range of 4-channel Class-D amplifiers with built-in DSP and secure, cloud-based remote control. Featuring high-end studio-grade analogue circuit designs, the Apex

voice-coil Neodymium motor, enabling a significantly-extended excursion, while maintaining a high sensitivity. alconsaudio.com

WebUI accessible from any HTML5-capable browser (MAC, PC, IOS, Android) thanks to the amplifier’s built-in WiFi hotspot, or via a standard CAT5 cable connection to a local area network. Four models with power ratings ranging from 350W to 3000W per channel fit all applications. apex-audio.eu

1:15, from 1.000 Hz to 20.000 Hz. The MF-section, features two high-efficiency 6.5” midrange transducers with Neodymium motor-structure, coaxially mounted behind the HF driver in a horn-loaded configuration. The LF-section delivers a tight and accurate low frequency with highest output under lowest distortion possible. The new-generation 12” transducers are fitted with a large, dual-3.5”

CloudPower Series sets a new benchmark in powered system management and speaker processing design. The proprietary Class-D amplifier control loop features DirectDrive technology and exceptionally low intermodulation figures resulting in wide stereo imaging. Web-based control is easily available via the

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Solid State Logic (SSL) has launched their first-ever dedicated audio interfaces as part of their new personal studio range: the SSL 2, and SSL 2+. Both are USB-powered and include class-leading mic preamps, legacy

DISTRO9 HDR’s proprietary architecture can connect up to 9 wireless microphone receivers with two zones of antenna coverage built-in. With superior gain flatness and high dynamic range across VHF, T-Band, and UHF, the DISTRO9 HDR comes ready for multi-band wireless microphone operation in a compact 1RU footprint. Any of its clean, low-noise diversity outputs can be cascaded to another DISTRO9 HDR, for up to 17

monitoring tasks, and balanced monitor outputs with an impressive dynamic range. In addition, the ‘Legacy 4K mode – inspired by the studio favourite, hit-making SSL 4000 series consoles - gives you the ability to add extra analogue character and sparkle to your input sources. The included ‘SSL Production Pack’ software bundle, which includes some of SSL's own studio-grade Native plug-ins, gives you an incredible arsenal of tools for refining your recordings. solidstagelogic.com

cable kit, and can also be powered directly from a DC battery source for location sound cart applications. The DISTRO9 HDR is also ETL listed to meet bid specification requirements on high profile projects. An internal I/O section provides a range of future module add-on capabilities ranging from remote web-based spectrum monitoring to bandpass filtering, and more. rfvenue.com

4K analogue enhancement mode inspired by classic SSL consoles, studio-quality monitoring, and an SSL Production Pack software bundle. The 2-In/2-Out SSL 2 packs in two

classic analogue mic preamps together with pristine 24-bit/192kHz conversion to capture and hear every detail, a single high-grade headphone output, easy-to-use monitor mix control for critical low-latency

channels of wireless microphones in just 2RU of rackspace. Multi-zone installations are easy with the DISTRO9 HDR’s two zone antenna inputs, providing coverage for large areas or multiple rooms, each with switchable DC power available for in-line amplifiers or active antennas. Featuring a robust internal power supply, the DISTRO9 HDR can provide clean DC power to wireless microphone receivers with an optional DC

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