New Gear

The evolution e 965, Sennheiser’s large-diaphragm condenser microphone, is now available as a wireless version. The MMK 965-1 microphone capsule attaches to both Sennheiser’s 2000 Series and evolution wireless G3 wireless series SKM handheld transmitters, letting users of both series benefit from the dual-diaphragm of Sennheiser’s e 965 microphone. Sennheiser’s ew 500-965 G3 system, which is part of the evolution wireless G3 series, is based around the MMK 965-1 and ships with the EM 500 G3 receiver, a GA 3 rack-mount kit and the SKM 500 G3 transmitter with the MMK 965-1 capsule.

VMB Rainbow electro-acoustical prediction software for the company’s speaker systems features horizontal as well as vertical modeling. The Windows-based software allows simulation of complete systems, such as a main large format array complemented by a smaller delayed array and front-fills.

QSC Q-Sys targets large and small applications and budgets with digital audio signal routing and processing combined with system monitoring and control. Using new converters and Gigabit Ethernet, Q-Sys produces a total system latency of less than 2.5 milliseconds between any input and output, with up to 10 network switch hops and high quality processing throughout.

Proel said that its new Edge series models, including two medium-sized speaker systems (C12A and C15A) and two stage monitors (12CXA and 15CXA), feature a PWM switching amplifier (Class D) which can supply over 2000W of continuous power. All are equipped with built-in amplification, processing circuitry and excursion control, implemented through analog technology.

InfoComm has always been more about video displays and digital signage and that kind of stuff than about live event gear. But given the lack of other outlets, it has really become the de facto live event audio trade show for the year.

MediaMatrix by Peavey has introduced nControl, a hardware and software package that expands the control capabilities of the MediaMatrix NION digital signal processing system.

JBL Professional is promising a new benchmark in directivity control, adjustable coverage and sonic fidelity with its Constant Beamwidth Technology (CBT) series of passive line array columns.

Astatic’s 1600VP continuously-variable pattern condenser hanging microphone system has a remote polar control design and an anti-rotational positioning mount. The system’s variable polar pattern with remote control allows the user to precisely adjust the shape of the pick-up pattern for optimum gain before feedback from a remote location using the standard mic cable.

The Fishman Amplification Solo Performance System offers the pro audio market a blend of power, portability and performance designed to fit within live sound, AV and house of worship budgets. The system weighs less than 25 pounds, serving as an all-in-one portable PA solution.

Community’s WET Series and R-Series loudspeakers have been updated with color-matched grilles and yokes and with improved weather-resistance. 

The Venue SC48 features an all-in-one design, with all I/O, digital signal processing and tactile control into one compact console. The unit also features support for professional audio plug-ins and built-in Pro Tools LE integration.