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WorxAudio XL3i

WorxAudio XL3i and XL3T Line Array Systems

PreSonus’ WorxAudio Technologies division recently launched their XL3i and XL3T installation and touring line array systems. Part of WorxAudio’s TrueLine series, the company noted that each speaker’s throw capabilities mark a dramatic departure from conventional line array systems of this size and class. Combined, the three XL3i/XL3T modules create a 38-degree vertical system with a horizontal dispersion of 150 degrees, making them well suited for use for a wide range of sound reinforcement applications. (The XL3i is pictured here.)

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Waves OneKnob Pumper

Waves Audio OneKnob Pumper Plugin

Waves Audio’s Pumper plugin is the latest addition to the Waves OneKnob Series. Designed for an instant ducking effect, OneKnob Pumper simulates sidechain compression, saving users the need to route the kick track to the sidechain input of a compressor and letting them make either an entire mix or individual tracks that pump with the beat. This effect is widely used in modern dance music—for example, to make space for four-on-the-floor kicks—and is considered an essential component of EDM production. This plugin promises the best of Waves’ audio processors coupled with a simple, intuitive interface.

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Shure Limited Edition Unidyne Microphone

Shure Limited Edition Unidyne Microphone

Shure announced a special limited edition Unidyne microphone to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the development and availability of the 55 Unidyne microphone. The 5575LE Unidyne Limited Edition Cardioid Dynamic Microphone is a sublime recreation for collectors, with appropriate improvements in durability and sound quality.

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WORK Pro has expanded its NEO Series with their new NEO 5 A ES and NEO 5 IP modules. Pictured here, the NEO 5A ES.

WORK Pro Adds to NEO Series

WORK Pro has expanded its NEO Series with their new NEO 5 A ES and NEO 5 IP modules. The NEO 5 A ES (pictured here) is the updated version of NEO 5 A, an installed speaker that offers advantaged in terms of energy savings as well as sound quality. It is able to shut down when it is not receiving audio signal. The NEO 5 IP (pictured below) is a version of the NEO 5 that is IP65 rated for outdoor use.

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Waves Audio and DiGiCo Are Now Shipping DiGiGrid IOS

Waves Audio and DiGiCo Are Now Shipping DiGiGrid IOS

Waves Audio and DiGiCo expand their DiGiGrid line of advanced audio interfaces with DiGiGrid IOS, an audio interface with a built-in SoundGrid DSP server for plugin processing. DiGiGrid IOS features eight mic/line inputs with broadcast/studio-quality preamps, eight line outputs, two headphone outputs, and MIDI, S/PDIF and AES ins and outs.

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Sommer Cable Transit MC 1031

Sommer Cable Transit MC 1031

Sommer Cable’s hybrid Transit MC 1031 is designed to handle 10 Gbit network, power and HD-SDI-compliant video transmission duties simultaneously. Built for reliability, the shielded cable is well suited for use in conference and building technology, in OB vans as well as in mobile broadcasting at large events.

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Kling and Freitag VIDA Line Array System

Kling & Freitag VIDA Line Array System

Kling & Freitag’s VIDA is a new line array speaker system with beam steering. The company debuted the new DSP-controlled VIDA in Cologne, Germany in November. VIDA is a full-range-compatible, modular 3-way line array speaker system that is fitted with 48 DSP channels and 48 class D amplifiers per module. The speaker systems are arranged coaxially per module.

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Schertler DYN P48 Contact Microphone Series. Pictured here is the DYN V P48 for violin.

Schertler DYN P48 Contact Microphone Series

Swiss manufacturer Schertler’s re-engineered range of DYN contact microphones, the DYN P48 Series, promises fully balanced, active, dynamic models with Class A electronics that benefit from the latest developments in microphone technology. The company says its DYN P48 Series now combines even better sound quality with a more elegant lightweight design and more user-friendly operation. Pictured here is the DYN V P48 for violin.

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SLS Audio CDA300 and SP15

SLS Audio CDA300 and SP15

Superior Listening Systems’ (SLS) CDA300 loudspeaker features PRD250 ribbon high frequency drivers used in a Constant Directivity Array for optimum sound quality. Made with single piece extruded aluminum cabinet construction and featuring an advanced hybrid 4-way crossover design, the CDA300 is designed for portable PA applications, installations, and for use as stage frontfills and stage monitoring applications. A companion subwoofer, the SP15, also promising a combination of powerful output with compact dimensions, is also offered. The CDA300 and SP15 are both pictured here.

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Bose Expands RoomMatch Utility Loudspeaker Line

Bose Expands RoomMatch Utility Loudspeaker Line

Bose added three new RoomMatch Utility (RMU) loudspeaker models — the RMU206, RMU108 and RMU105 — which join the company’s RMU208 small-format sound-reinforcement loudspeaker. All promise RoomMatch array modules’ mid/high sonic character for high-quality foreground music, under-balcony, zone-fill and vocal-range floor monitor applications.

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Sennheiser Digital 9000 Series Now “Dante-Ready”

Sennheiser Digital 9000 Series Now “Dante-Ready”

Sennheiser has announced the availability of its Dante card for the EM 9046 receiver. The company notes that this lets its Digital 9000 wireless microphone system be integrated into Dante audio-over-IP networks. Also available are (as free downloads) the associated new Digital 9000 firmware version 3.0.3, and the new Wireless Systems Manager 4.2 with a set of optimized monitoring functions.

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Hosa Technology Pro Breakout Cables

Hosa Technology Pro Breakout Cables

Hosa Technology’s Pro Breakout Cables are designed to make the process of interfacing consumer audio products with professional equipment easier than ever. With Hosa Pro Breakouts, any consumer audio product equipped with a stereo minijack output can seamlessly be interfaced with professional units sporting quarter-inch Tip/Sleeve, XLR, or even RCA connectors.

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