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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
PSW Staff 03/15/11 06:43 PM, 0 CommentsAudio-Technica is now shipping the new AT2022, a dual-element condenser microphone designed for stereo recording outfitted with two unidirectional condenser capsules in an X/Y configuration pivot to allow for 90-degree (narrow) or 120-degree (wide) stereo operation for extremely versatile pickup. The capsules also fold flat for storage and transportation. The AT2022 includes a 1.6-foot (0.5 m) cable terminating in a 3-pin XLRF-type and a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) connector. The output of the microphone is a 3-pin XLRM-type connector. The microphone… View this story
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Thursday, March 03, 2011
Mark Frink 03/03/11 05:16 PM, 0 CommentsElectret measurement microphones: an often-overlooked tool for the optimization of sound systems. While it’s possible to spend thousands of dollars on laboratory quality measurement microphones, electret microphones are all well under $1,000, and a couple are under $100, though the old chestnut applies: you get what you pay for. The better ones can also be used for a few sound reinforcement and recording applications where the advantages of directional polar response or contoured frequency response are not important, such as… View this story
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Wednesday, January 12, 2011
PSW Staff 01/12/11 08:02 AM, 0 CommentsBlue Microphones has unveiled Reactor, a new multi-pattern, large diaphragm condenser microphone combining large-format capsule technology from Blue’s mic line-up with an approach to professional multi-pattern flexibility in one custom-designed microphone. Reactor unites an innovative pattern selection method with a swiveling capsule head for precise positioning. Featuring Blue’s premium condenser capsule and proprietary pre-amp circuit, Reactor allows for noiseless live switching between the three distinct patterns (cardioid, omni or bi-directional). “Reactor takes microphone technology and design to the next level,… View this story
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Monday, July 26, 2010
Dave Dermont 07/26/10 06:34 PM, 2 CommentsThere are advantages to getting older. Years of learning something new at every gig add up to that thing we call experience. You remember how well the first Soundcraft console you ever used responded to your touch. You recall, despite its simple interface and lack of things to tweak, how great the reverb of a Lexicon PCM-60 sounded. Another advantage to getting older is that the gear you lusted after as a youngster becomes affordable. The downside of this can… View this story
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Tuesday, July 20, 2010
PSW Staff 07/20/10 06:15 PM, 0 CommentsAudio-Technica has unveiled the new AT2021 cardioid condenser microphone, offering an extended frequency response, high maximum SPL and wide dynamic range. The microphone’s condenser design provides quality performance for vocal and instrument applications, and can also be utilized with acoustic guitar, overheads, piano and group vocals. The AT2021 is also available packaged with the AT2020 in the AT2041SP Studio Pack. The AT2021 captures smooth, natural sonic characteristics of the audio source, and the low-mass element provides excellent transient response. Corrosion-resistant… View this story
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Monday, June 21, 2010
PSW Staff 06/21/10 01:53 PM, 0 CommentsShure Incorporated has announced the latest additions to its line of KSM microphones – the new KSM42 and KSM44A. The KSM42 is a premium, side-address, cardioid condenser microphone for vocal recording. “We built the KSM42 so that it would excel in studio vocal applications,” says Chad Wiggins, Shure Category Manager for Wired Products. “From the capsule and the preamp to the housing and the accessories, we designed the KSM42 to deliver a natural environment for sophisticated performance and recording.” With… View this story
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Friday, March 26, 2010
PSW Staff 03/26/10 05:45 PM, 0 CommentsThe latest addition to the Milab product family, the DC-96C, is a side-addressed large membrane microphone designed for studio vocals, acoustic guitar and piano, hi-hats and overheads, guitar amps and more, as well as live applications. The latest version of the classic DC-96 Series that was originally released in 1967, the new DC-96C shares most of its components, including the capsule, with the DC-196, but like previous DC-96 versions, it is cardioid only and has a single layer mesh grid.… View this story
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Thursday, March 25, 2010
PSW Staff 03/25/10 02:51 PM, 0 CommentsShure Incorporated announced at Prolight + Sound 2010 the introduction of the side-address, supercardioid Beta 27. The Beta 27 is unique in the industry as the only side-address, supercardioid condenser microphone designed for sound reinforcement. It was developed in response to audio engineers’ desire for a condenser mic that offers better isolation of the sound source. “Live acts have been using cardioid large diaphragm condenser mics for years, on drum overhead and guitar/bass cabinets,” says Chad Wiggins, Shure’s Category Manager… View this story
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Monday, March 15, 2010
PSW Staff 03/15/10 03:51 PM, 0 CommentsAudio-Technica has announced a $30.00 rebate on all its UniPoint Installed-Sound Microphones and MicroSet Subminiature Omni Condenser Headworn Microphones. All units purchased from an authorized Audio-Technica U.S. dealer between February 1, 2010, and April 30, 2010 are eligible for the rebate. There is no limit on the number of rebates – registrants will get $30.00 back for each and every qualified product they purchase. For a complete list of products eligible for the $30 rebate, and online registration form, please… View this story
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010
PSW Staff 01/19/10 10:23 AM, 0 CommentsBlue Microphones announced a new flagship live stage vocal condenser microphone, the en•CORE 300, at the Winter NAMM 2010 show. The new en•CORE 300 follows the September 2009 launch of the en•CORE 100 dynamic and en•CORE 200 active dynamic mics, and contains the latest proprietary Blue technology with a unique look. The en•CORE 300 offers a custom-tuned condenser capsule, which is mounted on a rubber suspension system and coupled with a matched, phantom powered preamp circuit. The result is vocal… View this story
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