Allen & Heath’s GLD OneMix, an iPad app that gives musicians wireless control of their personal monitor mix, locks control to a single Aux mix, providing instant access to a customized easy-to-use monitor mix environment.
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FaitalPro has three new ferrite woofers, including the 18-inch 18HW1070, 12-inch 12FH530 and 10-inch10FH530. The 18HW1070 boasts a nominal output of 1,600W AES and 3,200W max, with a 4-inch voice coil fitted with a cooling circuit that constitutes an evolution of the solutions adopted in the 18XL1600 and new basket design. The 12FH530 and 10FH530 are designed for mid-woofer applications. Declared power for both are 500W AES nominal with 1,000W peaks.
Read More »Ashly Audio notes that all its processors and amplifiers with Ethernet or RS-232 control capability are now compatible with Key Digital’s Compass Control Technology, which allows end-user control from Apple’s iPad, iPad Mini, iPhone, and iPod Touch wireless devices.
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Fulcrum Acoustic’s TQP48 4×8 Level 1 TQ DSP Processor, featured at InfoComm 2013, is the company’s first signal processor. Featuring 4 inputs and 8 outputs, it is designed to offer full support with Fulcrum Acoustics’ FIR-based, Level 1 Temporal Equalization (TQ) loudspeaker settings. Fulcrum speakers tuned to Level 1 promise exceptional audio clarity and a less fatiguing listening experience at high SPLs.
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In many ways, the 2-inch (exit) compression driver forms the heart of the typical large-format sound reinforcement speaker. True, other versions of compression drivers — from half-inch to four-inch exit models — exist, but the 2-inch versions offer a combination of efficiency, power handling (band-limited, of course) and serious midrange punch that has made these such a popular component in high-output live sound systems for more than a half century.
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Middle Atlantic Products added three new options to its MPR Series Modular Power Raceway Systems: a 30 Amp controlled raceway module and two options for Neutrik powerCON connectors. The new additions promise to meet changing power distribution requirements for AV systems.
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VUE Audiotechnik’s new al-8 Compact Line Array System makes use of two 8-inch woofers flanking four 4-inch Neodymium mid drivers and a central pair of 1-inch exit, neodymium compression drivers with beryllium diaphragms. The al-8 follows Vue’s al-4 subcompact line array system. It has been in beta test, was previewed at InfoComm 2013, and is expected to be available this fall.
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Clear-Com’s new ICON Connectivity Solutions, a collection of communications products that link local or geographically distributed intercom systems over Ethernet/IP networks and/or optical fiber, promises to serve as a reliable, high performance, scalable and cost-effective communications solution on common infrastructures. “ICON” stands for “Intercom CONnectivity Solutions.”
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Cerwin-Vega’s P-Series, promising high levels of power, bass, and clarity for DJs, solo acts, ensembles, bands, presenters and others, includes the P1500X (with 1500W peak power, 15″ low-frequency driver, 1.75″ high-frequency driver, and built-in 3-channel mixer; pictured here) and the P1800X sub-woofer (with 2000W peak power and 18″ low-frequency driver).
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Aphex updated the company’s Audio Xciter app for the Android platform of smartphones and tablets, giving Android users the ability to listen to WAV, M4A, WMA and AAC files with sample rates from 8kHz all the way to 48kHz. Additionally, MP3 files are now supported at bit rates of 96 kbps to 320 kbps.
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Bose Professional expands its RoomMatch array line with the RMS218 module that extends system response down to 25 Hz. The Baltic-birch plywood enclosure has two LF18 18-inch high-excursion, 4.5-inch voice coil, neodymium-magnet woofers in a V-baffle design with a large center port. An optional kit allows for suspended array applications. Rated frequency response is 30 Hz to 200 Hz (±3 dB); continuous power handling is 2,500 watts with 141 dB peak SPL’s.
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5 Star Cases’ revised range of ‘Industrial Rack’ products is aimed at professional sound, lighting and video applications. They can also be used to house telemetry and telecoms equipment for installations and mobile use.
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