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Thursday, May 26, 2011
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05/26/11 10:27 AM,
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Another video from Engineering & Technology Magazine which recently visited Abbey Road Studios to talk to mastering engineer Sean Magee about the studio’s new online mastering service.
In this video, we get a behind the scenes look at cutting vinyl.
Be sure to check out the previous video where they talk about the famed TG 12410 Transfer Console.
Video by Engineering & Technology Magazine.
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05/26/11 10:00 AM,
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In response to unprecedented sales growth throughout both the established and the burgeoning Asian countries, Symetrix announces the formation of a new position, Technical Sales Engineer for Asia, and announces the appointment of Singapore-based Hock Thang to the position. Thang possesses a deep understanding of the Symetrix product line from his prior experience as a technical sales associate in the region, and he will employ that knowledge to assist Asian Symetrix customers with their technical questions both pre- and post-sale.…
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
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05/24/11 03:06 PM,
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Sennheiser has announced that it will be offering its Installed Sound Academy Seminar in four major U.S. cities this summer and fall. The single day seminar, which focuses on key practices, topics and trends in the installed sound/systems integration business, will be presented in Lafayette, Colorado, on Wednesday, June 1, 2011; Detroit, Michigan, on Thursday, July 14, 2001; St. Louis, Missouri, on Wednesday, August 24, 2011; and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on Tuesday, October 25, 2011. Modeled after Sennheiser’s RF wireless…
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Pat Brown
05/24/11 01:45 PM,

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It’s nearly impossible to mount a loudspeaker in a room without placing it near a room boundary. Some logical questions arise: 1. Does this affect the response? 2. Is the effect good or bad? 3. Can I use the boundary to my advantage? 4. Will treatment help? And, can room boundaries be a “tool of the trade”? Space-Loading Space-loading loudspeakers means that the otherwise spherical radiation is limited by a boundary or boundaries. Some common scenarios are shown in Figure…
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05/24/11 10:26 AM,
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Boris FX has announced the availability of Boris XML Transfer Version 3. Boris XML Transfer is an Adobe After Effects plug-in designed for seamless transfer of Avid Media Composer and Apple Final Cut Pro program sequences to Adobe After Effects. New to Version 3, the Avid to After Effects workflow allows for direct import and translation of Avid AAF format files. Boris XML Transfer preserves all aspects of an Avid Media Composer or Apple Final Cut Pro project including edits,…
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05/24/11 09:09 AM,
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Linear Acoustic has announced they will showcase the new slimmer, lighter 2RU AERO.air — Transmission Audio/Loudness Manager — at BroadcastAsia2011. “More features and less rack space were the primary goals for the new AERO.air,” said Tim Carroll, founder of Linear Acoustic. “Essentially, it’s the same proven technology broadcasters and their viewers continue to rely on for loudness control and legal compliance — only now more efficient and cost-effective.” The Linear Acoustic signature AERO.air continues to solve the newly regulated “commercial…
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Monday, May 23, 2011
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05/23/11 03:24 PM,
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Stewart Audio has announced the availability of the CVA100-2 CobraNet enabled power amplifier. A new addition to the company’s line of versatile power amplifiers, the CVA100-2 is a 200W 70V, 2-channel constant voltage amplifier with 100W per channel that fits conveniently into a half-rack form factor, making it a terrific choice for installed sound applications where space is at a premium. As Stewart Audio’s first amplifier to feature a factory-installed CobraNet option, this versatile amplifier makes an exceptional choice for…
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05/23/11 11:15 AM,
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Legrand, North America has announced that a definitive agreement has been signed to acquire Middle Atlantic Products, Inc. The completion of the transaction is anticipated for mid-June and is subject to the satisfaction of certain requirements, including regulatory approval. Prior to closing, Legrand and Middle Atlantic will continue to operate as separate, independent companies. Powerful trends continue to drive market growth for integrated AV systems and supporting infrastructure. A prime example is the increasing use of audio and video in…
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Monday, May 16, 2011
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05/16/11 09:19 AM,
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This article is provided by Bobby Owsinski. Every engineer or producer has gone through a session where the entire band is present, and each wants to hear “more me” in the mix. The result usually takes a well-balanced mix and turns it into a sonic goo that just doesn’t work any more. While we usually associate this kind of action with young bands with little studio experience, it can happen to well-established hit makers as well. Here’s a quick…
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Friday, May 13, 2011
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05/13/11 08:03 AM,
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This panel discussion from Integrate Expo features an all-star panel of mastering engineers, producers and mix engineers discussing the current landscape of remote mixing and mastering.
We hear valuable insights from Andy Stewart, Rick O’Neil, Wayne Connolly, Paul McKercher, Josh Pyke & George Massenburg.
As always, the video is embedded below.
Video by Integrate Expo
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