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DSP Amplifiers

Amplifiers keep getting smarter, offering more features and improved connectivity, while at the same time becoming more compact, energy efficient and more reliable than their predecessors. We decided to take a look at the top-of-the-line offerings in designs offering onboard DSP and found a bountiful harvest. It should be noted that some companies offer powering packages designed for specific loudspeakers, but here, we’re spotlighting general-purpose amps that can be used with a wide variety of models and applications. All prices are MSRP list and URL’s are provided for more information.

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Earthworks Now Shipping 521 500 Series Preamp

MILFORD, NH – The Earthworks 521 ZDT Preamps for 500 series racks are now in stock and shipping. Based on ZDT Preamp technology designed by David Blackmer, the Earthworks 521 promises to bring the exacting standards of the ZDT Zero Distortion Preamplifiers to the convenient 500 series format, providing a pristine amplification option to the 500 series rack.

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NL2FX speakON Connector

Neutrik NL2FX speakON Connector

Neutrik USA says its new NL2FX speakON Connector replaces the outgoing NL2FC connector. The new unit offers enhanced connectivity drawn from the company’s STX series (latch and strain relief), higher power handling and the ability to accommodate a wider range of amplification sources. The new NL2FX can also handle larger gauge wire, supporting screw termination of 12 AWG wire (versus 14 AWG for NL2FC).

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Yamaha CL V1.61 Shure ULXD4Q

Yamaha CL V1.61 Firmware Upgrade Now Available

NEW YORK, NY — Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, Inc. has announced the availability of CL V1.61 firmware upgrade. As of Summer 2013, with Yamaha CL V1.61, it is now possible to perform discovery and patching operations for Shure ULX-D digital wireless system receivers such as the ULXD4D and ULXD4Q directly from Yamaha CL Series Digital Consoles via the Dante network.

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dB Technologies Sigma Series Active Speaker Line

EDISON, NJ — The new Sigma Series of loudspeakers from dB Technologies represents the latest technology in the summation of sound with a system approach. Musicians and DJs who provide their own backline are looking for high performance, reliable, high SPL, portable systems that set up quickly and can be easily tweaked without a lot of fuss. The Sigma Series provides just that.

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Meyer Sound Offering New Tutorial Videos

BERKELEY, CA — To expand its training support for product users, Meyer Sound has released two new online tutorial videos, focusing on the use of the MAPP Online Pro acoustical prediction program and the Compass control software for the CAL column array loudspeakers.

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