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QSC has launched the KS118 active subwoofer. The KS118 succeeds the company’s KW181 model in the KS Series line of subwoofers. Featuring a long-excursion 18-inch direct radiating driver powered by a 3600-Watt Class D amplifier, the KS118 delivers high sound pressure levels with dynamic and musical sound reproduction of very low frequencies. On-board DSP optimizes and protects system performance while also offering advanced capabilities such as the ability to array two units in a cardioid arrangement, maximizing low frequency output in front while minimizing unwanted energy around the sides and rear of the system. DEEP™ mode provides additional low frequency extension and driver excursion processing.

Pliant Technologies noted that the company will be featuring its Microcom wireless intercom system at AES 2019, booth 846. The company will also showcase its… Read More »Pliant Technologies to Feature MicroCom Wireless Intercom System at AES 2019

RME, the German manufacturer of premium interfaces, has announced that its interfaces are already compatible with the latest macOS Catalina 10.15.x which was released this… Read More »RME Hardware is macOS Catalina Compatible

Earthworks’ SR314 Vocal Microphone, released in March 2019, features a stainless steel chassis and retro-meets-futuristic design. Now, the SR314 is available in three combinations: stainless… Read More »Earthworks Adds to SR314 Vocal Microphone Styling Options

Rio Rancho, NM-based Lectrosonics announced Oct. 1 the availability of the Venue 2-941 modular, Digital Hybrid Wireless multi-channel receiver system in the recently expanded 941-960… Read More »Lectrosonics Venue2 Receiver System Now Available in 941-960 MHz Band

NEW YORK – L-Acoustics, which is participating in seven presentations at this month’s convention in NYC, will also be showcasing the benefits of its Milan-certified… Read More »L-Acoustics to Focus on AVB Networking at AES

The QSC KS118 powered subwoofer packs an onboard 3,600-watt (peak) Class-D amp driving a direct-radiating 18” long-excursion woofer for impressive low-end. Intended for installations or portable applications, it’s ideal for use with QSC’s K.2 line and CP series speakers. Using two or more units, cardioid LF arrays can be created. Street price is $1,499.

Costa Mesa, CA-based QSC announced on Sept. 26 the global availability of the CX-Q Series network power amplifiers in four-channel models. More details from QSC… Read More »QSC CX-Q Series Four-Channel Network Amplifiers Now Shipping Worldwide

Bothell, WA-based Mackie announced details about their SRM-Flex Portable Column PA System in late September, promising an ultra-compact and lightweight design, premium sound quality and… Read More »Mackie SRM-Flex Portable Column PA System

Waveburg Pro announces a full line of professional P.A. equipment, ranging from coaxial ceiling speakers to a full-on tour/install ready line array rig. The flagship LA8 line array (shown here) puts two 1″ exit compression drivers on a unique 120-degree dispersion wooden waveguide and two high-efficiency 8″ woofers in a compact 55-pound, birch-ply enclosure. A matching, flyable 15″ LA15S subwoofer is also offered and options include custom road cases, a range of rigging hardware and white or architectural RAL colors. The line also includes a wide range of complementary subwoofers.

These small-diaphragm condenser mics are suitable for general audio use and a wide variety of sound reinforcement applications. Offered as a stereo set of matched microphones (also usable individually) the new cardioid PM-2 models are an ideal choice for capturing acoustic instruments, drum overheads, stereo Leslie miking and more. Street price is $129.95/pair. For more info, visit presonus.com/products/Microphones.

At IBC 2019 in RAI Amsterdam in mid-September, Lawo featured the new Xtra Fader Version of their mc²96 Grand Production Console. More details from Lawo… Read More »Lawo mc²96 Xtra Fader Version Debuts at IBC