Eventide announced that its H3000 Factory Ultra-Harmonizer plug-in for AAX, VST, and AU, featuring 64-bit support, is now available for download. Eventide also recently announced the availability of Omnipressor, 2016 Stereo Room and Blackhole native plug-ins. All special introductory pricing ends at midnight, Nov. 23, 2012.
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Galaxy Audio’s Nano Spot is the smallest member yet in the company’s Hot Spot line of products. Well suited for small reference monitor applications or for use in call centers, bar or patio settings, the Nano is designed to be inconspicuous yet powerful. The powered Nano Spot is portable, weighing less than 2 pounds. The NSPA features a 3-inch driver powered by a 25 watt amplifier. With three inputs on the rear panel (XLR, ¼”, and 1/8” summing) users can go directly into the Nano Spot from any source or microphone.
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Community Professional’s second generation VERIS (VERsatile Installation Systems) Series is a new range of two-way, three-way and subwoofer designs created for demanding installed sound reinforcement and playback applications. Enhancements include new design 1-inch exit HF drivers, improved crossovers and a V2-215S dual 15-inch sub. Compact models include single/dual six-inch and eight-inch enclosures; larger two-way and three-way systems with 12/15-inch woofers are intended for mid-sized to large spaces and available for short-, mid- and long-throw applications. A variety of subwoofers are offered.
Read More »Line 6 announced that the free v2.1 firmware update for POD HD500, POD HD Pro and POD HD are available immediately for download at line6.com. This firmware update provides five new HD amps—bringing the total HD amp count to 30—as well as new performance options.
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With all the emphasis on larger 1.5- and 2-inch exit compression drivers, it seems that the long-time, industry-standard 1-inch exit drivers have less importance today. Yet, actually the opposite is true, and with the rise of small-format line array designs and compact top boxes for speaker-on-a-stick systems, our old friend the 1-inch exit HF driver is back in style, big time.
To download a PDF of the Sept. 2012 FRONT of HOUSE Buyers Guide, CLICK HERE.
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The new L1 Model 1S 12-speaker Articulated Array® column provides 180-degree horizontal coverage. The system’s four lightweight pieces can be set up/broken down in minutes without speaker stands or wires. An integrated ToneMatch® port offers a single-cable digital/power connection to the optional T1 ToneMatch audio engine with four input channels with a selection of ToneMatch presets and effects. An optional B2 powered Bass Module with dual 10-inch woofers expands LF performance.
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The SM-80 is designed to provide loud, highly articulate sound in a lightweight, pole-mountable package that’s just 65 pounds. It offers 80×80-degree coverage from 110Hz to 20kHz, handles 400 Watts continuous (1,600W peaks) and can be paired with Danley TH-series subs for full-range performance. The 12-inch coaxial speaker is housed in a Baltic birch cabinet that’s 25.5 by 24 by12.75-inches (HxWxD). MSRP is $2,999.
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The Konfigurator2 software package provides a manufacturer-independent loudspeaker library for configurating and monitoring Hoellstern amplifiers over an RS-485 network. Operating on PC and Mac platforms, the simple drag/drop software lets users create networks, incorporate Hoellstern amps and access DSP elements like filters, delays and limiters. The PC version ships this month, with Mac software slated for November release.
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The culmination of years of work pursuing the perfect linear power amplifier, the S Series uses MC2 Audio’s complementary AB bipolar output stages, combined with a unique current-driven floating drive stage. Sophisticated “side-chain” limiters prevent speaker damage and distortion and stay out-of-circuit until the onset of clipping. The S Series has two models: the S800 and S1400. Both feature shielded toroidal power supplies and intelligently controlled, low-noise fans.
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Movek has upgraded its myMix Control plug, which adds network control of the myMix personal monitoring and multi-track recording system. Using an improved browser-based GUI (accessible via Wi-Fi to Mac/PC laptop, iPad, etc), the Control option streamlines the configuration and support for larger systems used in concert sound and large commercial sound applications. Operations include editing and archiving of set-ups, while offering engineers more control over performer or installation settings and simplifying global profile and scene changes.
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Based on years of experience as a pro audio vendor for major tours and from a sound technician/engineer perspective, Sound Tools™ is a collection of cool, useful products for the audio pro. The line includes “Sniffer” testers for XLR, 1/4-inch and Speakon cables, with separate ends that can be used on either end of long lines or snakes; the Mic Swapper/Mic Switcher for quickly switching/auditioning between several XLR mics or line sources; a machined high-quality NL-8 connector; and an adapter for connecting Audix mic capsules to Shure handheld wireless transmitter bodies.
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Telefunken Elektroakustik is now making the M80 dynamic handheld mic available in a variety of solid colors from its custom shop. The M80 sidesteps the midrange-laden character of many dynamic stage mics, delivering a condenser-like performance in a rugged dynamic design that’s suitable for voice, instruments or drums — with minimal proximity effect.
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