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Tuesday, May 15, 2012
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05/15/12 11:49 AM,
Rational Acoustics has announced several new Smaart classes in its 2012 training schedule. May 21-22, 2012 in Kerkrade, Germany. This 2-day Fundamentals & Applications class will be hosted by Rational distributor AudioTec at the AD Systems facilities. It will be taught in German by Michael Haeck. Interested attendees will need to contact AudioTec directly for pricing, registration and logistic information by e-mailing .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). May 22-24, 2012 in Paris, France. This 2-day Fundamentals & Applications class will be hosted by…
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Tuesday, April 03, 2012
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04/03/12 01:16 PM,
Rational Acoustics Smaart v.7 measurement data is now integrated in the new Apex Intelli-Ware software control platform for the Intelli-X2 and the Intelli-Z² system management processors. Intelli-Ware 1.4 offers integration of Smaart v.7 data via the Smaart v.7 API (application program interface) enabling transfer of measurement data from Smaart 7 to Intelli-Ware. Smaart’s transfer function and/or spectrum analyzer response can be seen as an underlay in all parametric EQ bode-plot and crossover windows. Virtually all of Smaart’s measurement control features…
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
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03/13/12 11:19 AM,
Rational Acoustics has announced the addition of Chris Tsanjoures in the role of applications supports specialist, where he will oversee all application support functions, including the creation and dissemination of customer support materials regarding application and use of the company’s products. Tsanjoures will also provide application-based customer phone, e-mail and web support, work with partner companies to create integrated Smaart Measurement Technology-based solutions, and provide tradeshow support and external training support. Tsanjoures holds a BA in Music Production & Technology…
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Friday, February 10, 2012
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02/10/12 02:47 PM,
Rational Acoustics has introduced a new version of its phantom powered pink noise generator. Called the Noise Stick II, it offers a 25 dB increase in sensitivity from a device that is the same size as the original, and also has new, blue LED on the endcap that provides visual confirmation that the unit is seeing phantom power and thus, operational. The Noise Stick II is hand-built in the USA exclusively for Rational Acoustics, outfitted with hand-matched transistors and 1-percent…
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Thursday, February 09, 2012
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02/09/12 09:56 AM,
Rational Acoustics has appointed NMK Electronics as the exclusive distributors for all Rational Acoustics and Smaart branded products for the Middle East. NMK’s territory encompasses the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Lebanon. Founded in 1984, NMK is a leading distributor of professional audio, video and communication equipment in the Middle East, with a product portfolio including Midas, Klark Teknik, TC Electronic, Dynaudio and Shure ‘We are excited to have NMK Electronics representing…
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
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01/26/12 05:58 AM,
PreSonus has begun incorporating Rational Acoustics Smaart Measurement Technology directly into the software used to control its StudioLive digital mixers. PreSonus Virtual StudioLive (VSL) remote-control/editor/librarian software will now incorporate Smaart Spectra and Smaart Locator, powerful tools for sound-system analysis and optimization, as part of PreSonus Universal Control 1.6, expected to be available later this spring. Smaart is not a single technology but an evolved collection of audio measurement tools and techniques. Using Smaart technology, users can tap into the power…
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Monday, December 19, 2011
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12/19/11 07:52 AM,
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The new version of the Rational Acoustics branded RTA-420 is a budget-friendly measurement microphone with an impressively flat response curve for its price, and as a result, it works well as a “starter” mic, a spare, or a “B” rig mic for use in tough conditions where the user might not want to deploy a more expensive mic. The RTA-420 offers heavy-gauge steel construction and measurement performance similar to high-end mics costing many times more. It is supplied with a…
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011
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12/13/11 12:19 PM,
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Rational Acoustics has just introduced the new Smaart I-O, a measurement-grade 2×2 USB audio interface designed and built specifically for use with Smaart v.7 measurement software. The I-O features two high-quality, active balanced inputs with 50 dB of computer adjustable gain in precision 1 dB steps. These input gains are monitored directly by Smaart allowing the user to retain accurate SPL calibration while varying measurement signal input levels. The inputs employ a Neutrik combo jack (XLR – 1/4-inch) to accommodate…
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Monday, September 12, 2011
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09/12/11 12:52 PM,
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Rational Acoustics has appointed Incova as the exclusive distributors for all Rational Acoustics and Smaart branded products for the Republic of Korea. Founded in 2005 by Eugine Yune, Incova provides Korean distribution for a select group of audio equipment including Meyer Sound and emPad loudspeakers. The company also designs and installs sound systems for a variety of venues across the country including concert halls, churches, theaters, resorts and theme parks. “Rational Acoustics is very excited to partner with Incova.” says…
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Tuesday, August 02, 2011
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08/02/11 10:18 AM,
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Rational Acoustics has announced that the latest major release of Smaart v.7 (v.7.3) is now available for download for both the Mac and PC. Most notable of the new features: —ASCII Import— Create static Spectrum and Transfer function (reference) traces in Smaart from ASCII data files. This enables the import of data from other spreadsheets and other sources for display in Smaart. —New Interface for User-Definable Weighting Curve Import and Management— —Convert Transfer Function traces to Weighting Curves— Any…
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