TEL AVIV, ISRAEL — Waves Audio, the industry-leading developer of professional audio digital signal processing technologies and the recipient of a Technical GRAMMY Award, is now shipping the Waves Loudness Meter Plus (WLM Plus) plugin. The next generation of the 2012 TEC Award-winning WLM Loudness Meter plugin, the WLM Plus brings anticipated enhancements and features new correction and adjustment tools.
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Once upon a time, choices for miking kick drums were few — RE-20’s, D12’s, MD421’s and the occasional M88. But as bass drum became more prominent in music mixes, a market opened for specialized microphones for kick applications, with new high-SPL, plug-and-go models that required little or no EQ to provide a solid kick sound. Today, there are dozens of such models available — and even more if you consider all the boundary-style mics suitable for the task. We looked into some current market offerings and found a huge selection to fit anyone’s taste or budget. Speaking of price, all include an MSRP here, although street prices can vary widely if you shop around. So get kicking!
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ZWAAG, NETHERLANDS — Based on Alcons’ R-Ray design study from 2008, the RR12 extends Alcons’ famous line-source technology into different applications. By implementing the unique features of Alcons’ multiple-patented pro-ribbon technology in a modular concept, the RR12 has been developed as “building block” to create tight packed arrays for controlled sound coverage in the widest variety of audience areas.
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Waves Audio is now shipping its Scheps 73 plugin. The Waves Scheps 73 is a 3-band EQ modeled on the classic 1073 console EQ and mic preamp module and developed in association with well-known mixing engineer Andrew Scheps (Adele, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Black Sabbath, Lana Del Rey, Metallica, Jay-Z). Using new technologies to model the Marinair transformer, Waves says its Scheps 73 plug-in meticulously captures all the sonic characteristics of the 1073, including its harmonic distortion, whose overtones were tweaked by Andrew Scheps himself.
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EDISON, NJ — DVA Composer is an easy-to-use software program for configuring and aiming dB Technologies DVA Series of active line array and subwoofer modules. A useful tool to aid audio engineers plan and deploy the dB Technologies system, the software is designed for intuitive handling, determining the optimum angles and system presets based on the array height, desired range and number of DVA components entered by the user; provides all the mechanical data, frame angle positions and flybar settings; and determines the proper DSP EQ presets.
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Galaxy Audio’s G-Series power amplifiers have been designed to combine efficiency, dynamics and reliability with an affordable price for a variety of fixed and mobile audio applications. The G-Series circuitry and selected components promise excellent sound quality and high fidelity audio reproduction in a compact, sturdy package. The G-Series amplifiers are available in three models, G-440, G-850, and G-1200.
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Carvin Audio is following the introduction of its compact TRx3210 line array element, pictured here, with plans to feature its new Active TRx3210A 2500w tri-amped version (not pictured) at Winter NAMM 2014. Also set for the show: Carvin’s TRC400A and TRC600A “A” series of compact, active, column array systems, featuring the new TRx3018A Sub and TRx3903 columns.
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Neutrik USA is calling its recently introducted powerCON TRUE1 Connector a true mains connector with breaking capacity, making the unit particularly well suited to the audio, video, and data needs of the pro touring and special event markets.
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The new Meyer Sound Galileo Callisto 616 AES primary array processor is a hardware and software solution for driving and aligning Meyer Sound loudspeaker array systems. Combining alignment tools like U-Shaping equalization and delay integration with a suite of digital AES3 and analog inputs and outputs, the Callisto 616 AES serves as a mastering tool for delivering digital audio to satellite Meyer Sound processors, including Galileo Callisto 616 processors and Galileo 616 and 408 processors.
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The UM Pro Series 10, 20 and 30 are the next generation of the acclaimed Westone UM Series and bring superior sound for onstage applications. Individually hand-crafted in Colorado Springs, CO, the UM Pro 10 is ideal for on-stage monitoring for any level of musician, the UM Pro 20 is ideal for on-stage monitoring for drummers, vocalist and bass players, and the UM Pro 30 (shown) is the reference product for onstage monitoring.
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FaitalPRO’s 18HW1070 heavy duty subwoofer has a ferrite 18” driver along with a new cast aluminum, eight-spoke frame designed to reduce rear reflections, add structural strength and limit basket weight. The 18HW1070 is also equipped with triple demodulation for lower THD, with an inductance reading of 1.68 mH.
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New loudspeakers from German manufacturer Cardinal DVM are designed for the installation side of the business. The company’s products feature high-grade wooden cabinets, an optimized driver selection and crossover design plus high quality accessories. All loudspeakers can be used directly on the amplifier without a controller. The three different models are designed to cover a wide range of applications with compact designs, each with multiple mounting points. Along with a range of available accessories, the products are available with an optional lacquer finish. Cardinal DVM speakers are available via Sommer Cable.
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