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Tuesday, June 28, 2011
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06/28/11 09:45 AM,
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For the past two years, pro audio and broadcasting has been moving away from peak level normalization and towards new, loudness-based solutions. In April 2011, another important step was taken when ITU-R upgraded its BS.1770 standard to BS.1770-2. The first version of BS.1770 relied on ambiguous speech detection, which can have unexpected consequences trying to control the level of commercials or programs of certain genres. The improved 1770-2 recommendation incorporates a clever relative gate, making the measurement well-defined and practical…
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011
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04/13/11 08:50 AM,
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TC Electronic has announced the introduction of its DB4 MKII and DB8 MKII cross-platform broadcast processors to the 2011 NAB Show in Las Vegas. The DB4 MKII and DB8 MKII conform to new EBU, ATSC and ITU Loudness and true-peak level standards across all platforms and all formats. The broadcast world’s highest resolution, lowest latency and lowest distortion comes complimentary with DB4 MKII and DB8 MKII. The new MKII versions feature EBU R128 and ATSC A/85 compliant LM6 Loudness Meter,…
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Thursday, December 02, 2010
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12/02/10 08:58 AM,
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Wohler Technologies has announced the launch of the AMP1-E8-MDA-3G, the company’s first 1RU, eight-channel audio monitor to support 3G transmissions as well as a comprehensive array of Dolby audio sources. The AMP1-E8-MDA-3G is the latest in Wohler’s highly popular E8 series of multiformat, eight-channel monitors, bringing together a powerful array of features for multichannel digital and analog audio monitoring in a compact 1RU chassis. “Our 2RU AMP2-E8-MDA is a real legend in broadcast audio — it’s truly the benchmark for…
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Tuesday, July 21, 2009
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07/21/09 11:17 AM,
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TransAudio Group has announced the immediate availability of ATC’s most reasonably-priced reference monitor, the SCM11 two-way passive speaker. The new monitor incorporates ATC’s Constrained Layer Damping (CLD) technology, which reduces third-harmonic distortion between 100 Hz and 3 kHz, resulting in an extended, resonance-free axial frequency response, improved off-axis frequency response, and a significant increase in loudspeaker power response. The new CLD technology is incorporated in the 5.9 inches (150 mm) mid/low frequency driver with 1.77 inches (45 mm) integral soft…
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Friday, July 03, 2009
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07/03/09 10:39 AM,
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At InfoComm 2009 in Orlando, Crest Audio announced that it is now shipping the CV 20 mixing console, a flexible VCA audio solution designed for applications such as front-of-house, monitors and monitors from front-of-house. The CV 20 is available in 32, 40, 48, 56 and 64 mono input configurations with four-band sweepable EQ and fully parametric mid-frequency control on each mono input. A feature set of 12 aux sends, eight subgroup assignments and L/C/R panning to the Left/Right and Mono…
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Tuesday, June 16, 2009
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06/16/09 06:36 AM,
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At the 2009 InfoComm show in Orlando, Lectrosonics announces the introduction of the ASPEN (Audio Signal Processing Expansion Network) product line that employs sophisticated proprietary algorithms developed by Lectrosonics and the latest in high-speed DSP hardware. The ASPEN Series also includes TCP/IP control over Ethernet, unlimited input expandability, real-time clock, 48-channel matrix bus, 1 Gbps expansion port, and true 48-Volt phantom powering for all inputs. All ASPEN Series products are RoHS-compliant (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) and will include the SPN812,…
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
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06/10/09 08:13 AM,
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One Systems is introducing the new 103IM direct weather loudspeaker at 2009 InfoComm in Orlando, designed to provide high acoustic output and IP45 rated direct weather performance in high performance acoustic spaces where a smaller loudspeaker system is required. The 103IM incorporates a horn-loaded tweeter with 90 degree horizontal by 40 degree vertical pattern. The crossover design provides high power handling and reliability with performance degrading passive protection devices. The unique design of the 3.5-inch (90 mm) woofer provides extended…
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Friday, May 08, 2009
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05/08/09 05:48 PM,
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Lectrosonics has announced the introduction of the new HM Plug-on Transmitter, the latest in a long line of plug-on style transmitters developed by the company. The new HM transmitter provides100 mW of RF power as well as several unique features, including an LCD with a membrane-switch control panel and audio level meter for ease of setting and operation. It includes a user-selectable high-pass filter, enabling it to be employed for a wider range of applications from ENG (electronic news gathering)…
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Friday, May 01, 2009
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05/01/09 05:11 PM,
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The new Ashly Audio ne4400, ne4800 and ne8800 digital signal processors bring user-friendly setup and control to networked audio systems using Ashly’s PC-hosted Protea NE Software via standard 10/100 Ethernet and RS-232 protocol. These latest additions to the company’s NE (Network Enabled) Series offer a multi-channel routing matrix with microphone input, network audio and digital audio hardware options, plus an extensive menu of 32-bit/96kHz SHARC-based DSP that supports hot-plug software control. The three standard units offer 4x4 (4400), 4x8 (4800)…
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Friday, April 17, 2009
James Cadwallader
04/17/09 11:09 AM,

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A few nights ago, I attended the gig of a friend of mine who plays guitar. He’s a great player and a pretty cool guy. Sound-wise, there was a lot of stage wash that helped make the room sound muddy, and the house mix wasn’t doing much to help bring some presence and clarity to the whole picture. I took a peek at the console and was glad to see the main fader at unity, though the submix faders were…
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