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Thursday, June 09, 2011
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06/09/11 12:15 PM,
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Califone International, Inc. is proud to announce that it will feature four new headphone series during InfoComm 2011, held in Orlando, Fla. The professional-grade, computer-friendly Odyssey Series is designed for heavy-duty use and is Windows and MAC compatible. Its replaceable 6-foot cord withstands 250,000 flexes, and with a cord change (from stereo to mono, or mono to stereo), enables the same headphone to operate instead in mono or stereo mode for added flexibility. Also Windows and MAC compatible, the Explorer…
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Thursday, June 02, 2011
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06/02/11 11:25 AM,
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It’s every singer/songwriter’s dream to have the opportunity to show the world why their original songs and natural talent warrant a record deal. Bravo’s “Platinum Hit” recently premiered on TV screens across the nation featuring a variety of Harman AKG microphones for contestants to utilize while writing, recording and performing original works for weekly challenges. The cast of 12 energetic, talented up-and-coming musicians, world-renowned singer/songwriter and host “Jewel” and head judge Kara Dioguardi worked and recorded in state-of-the-art recording and…
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Friday, April 15, 2011
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04/15/11 09:47 AM,
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In September 2010, responding to reports by companies Harman, Sennheiser, Shure and Audio-Technica (acting to uphold their rights), Guangdong Public Security Department supervised a criminal investigation by Jiangmen City Police into Enping City Meipai Electronic Audio Factory, which was suspected of selling fake audio equipment under famous brand names. On October 28, after meticulous investigation, Jiangmen City Police launched a crackdown operation, raiding the above-mentioned large-scale fake goods den and three other storage dens in one swoop. They broke up…
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Thursday, November 11, 2010
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11/11/10 09:00 AM,
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At the 129th AES Convention Ultrasone Inc. showcased the company’s first pair of balanced closed-backed headphones – Balanced PRO 900. By utilizing two wires to deliver equal and opposite audio signals, Ultrasone has increased audio performance by doubling the slew rate and voltage swing power, while reducing distortion components & eliminating crosstalk. The end result is a transparent and sonically accurate pair of headphones. Ultrasone’s Balanced PRO 900s are closed-back headphones with a classic black design, velvet covered black ear…
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Thursday, September 16, 2010
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09/16/10 10:00 AM,
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Provided by Sweetwater. Q: I’ve been recording for a while, and frankly I thought I’d seen everything. Nope . . . I’m recording a vocalist who simply will not wear headphones. Now, I don’t mean they’ll wear them around their neck, or will have one on / one off. No, the headphones cannot be anywhere in the room. Why is this the problem? Well, they can’t very well sing along with backing tracks they can’t hear, can they? Given…
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Thursday, August 05, 2010
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The new Audio-Technica ATH-M10 dynamic stereo headphones deliver exceptional clarity, comfortable lightweight design and a natural frequency response ideal for professional mixing and monitoring. The headphones’ closed-back padded circumaural (around-the-ear) ear cups provide acoustic isolation and long-wearing comfort. Features include: 40 mm drivers; lightweight, adjustable headband; dual-sided straight 3 meter (10 foot) cable; stereo 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) connector with snap-on 6.3 mm (1/4-inch) adapter. Closed-back circumaural cushioned ear cup design provides maximum isolation SPECIFICATIONS Type: Closed-back dynamic Driver Diameter :…
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Monday, June 21, 2010
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06/21/10 02:12 PM,
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Audio-Technica is a sponsor of the 15th Annual USA Songwriting Competition, the 11th year of company’s involvement in the contest. As part of the competition’s prize packages, Audio-Technica has provided four AT4040 cardioid condenser microphones, two ATM450 cardioid condenser instrument microphones, ten ATH-M40fs precision studio headphones, two AT2041SP studio microphone packs and two ATM610 hypercardioid dynamic handheld microphones. The entry period recently ended May 28, 2010, and winners will be announced November 15, 2010. The USA Songwriting Competition is currently…
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Tuesday, May 04, 2010
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The house orchestra of Italy’s prime time TV program I migliori anni (“The Best Years”) is relying on Aviom’s Pro16 personal mixing system. Broadcast weekly on Rai Uno and hosted by Carlo Conti, each episode of “The Best Years” highlights two different decades from the 60’s to present time, looking at the music, sex symbols and current events of those periods. The show features a variety of live dance performances, comedy skits, and musical performances with an orchestra conducted by…
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Wednesday, April 28, 2010
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Ultrasone Inc., has announced that its headphones have been chosen by two more music industry icons. Morris Hayes, keyboardist for Prince, Maceo Parker and others has chosen Ultrasone’s HFI-680 and Blue Oyster Cult’s legendary guitarist Buck Dharma has selected Ultrasone’s PRO-750. Morris Hayes commented of his HFI-680’s safe listening characteristics, stating, “Since I’ve been using Ultrasone headphones, I’ve been able to extend my sessions without experiencing any listening fatigue.” Buck Dharma remarked, “My Ultrasone headphones are excellent for creating, composing,…
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
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Shure has introduced a new professional headphone model designed specifically for professional DJ applications – the SRH750DJ. They join the SRH840, SRH440, and SRH240 to expand the Shure lineup of professional and home recording equipment, which also includes the X2u XLR-to-USB signal adapter and the PG27USB and PG42USB side address condenser microphones. Custom 50mm drivers tuned to deliver high-output bass with extended highs offer maximized power handling, which optimize the headphones for use with DJ mixers. Comfortable, padded ear cups…
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