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Tuesday, April 16, 2013Bose Expands PowerMatch Line Of Configurable Multichannel Power Amplifiers
PSW Staff 04/16/13 05:48 PM,Bose Professional builds on its proprietary PowerMatch technology platform with three additional models of configurable professional power amplifiers. Configurable through the use of QuadBridge technology, each amplifier is capable of combining 2 or 4 output channels, creating flexible options to drive different power levels and loudspeaker impedances. “Building off customer feedback we’ve received during our first 18 months with the PM8500, we developed three new models with different channel and power levels—all leveraging the same great performance, efficiency, and reliability… View this post
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NEXO GEO S12 Boosts Sound In College Concert Hall
PSW Staff 04/16/13 11:40 AM,Built originally as a private high school located in a residential neighborhood of Montreal, the school has transitioned to College Regina Assumpta, recently designing a 705-seat concert hall as part of the revitalization of the college. “An interesting feature of this project is that the concert hall is found inside a courtyard,” states Guy Desmarteaux, main designer and consultant, GO multimedia inc. “This offers the advantage of having the sound of city noise insulated. Specialized in music and dance education,… View this post
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Monday, April 15, 2013In The Studio: Creating A DIY Walkman Distortion Effect
Jon Tidey 04/15/13 04:59 PM,This article is provided by Audio Geek Zine. Last month I finally found the time to finish one of the DIY projects I’ve had on the go for months: turning a Sony Walkman into a nasty distortion box. The concept is simple. Remove the mechanical guts, replace jacks and overload the Walkman amplifier to create distortion. It’s not a tape distortion, but I can do that in a different project. Any portable cassette player will work. I like the… View this post
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Friday, April 12, 2013JBL Professional Launches Latest V5 Presets For VTX and VerTec Line Array Loudspeakers
PSW Staff 04/12/13 05:40 PM,JBL Professional has introduced extended V5 preset support for additional models of its VTX Series and VerTec line array loudspeakers. The new V5 preset release enhances a number of performance attributes of JBL VerTec VT4887A, VT4887 and VT4886 line array loudspeakers and VT4883, VT4882, VT4881A, VT4880 and VT4880A arrayable subwoofers by leveraging the OmniDriveHD linear phase FIR processing capability of Crown Audio I-Tech HD DSP power amplifiers. The new edition of V5 presets includes improvements in horizontal coverage due to… View this post
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L-Acoustics Announces Addition Of New LA4X To Amplified Controller Series
PSW Staff 04/12/13 05:01 PM,L-Acoustics has announced the addition of the LA4X amplified controller to its amplified controller series. The LA4X is based on a 4 input x 4 output architecture combining the benefits of self-powered loudspeaker packages with the flexibility of outboard DSP and amplification. The loudspeaker management and amplification for L-Acoustics systems can operate in three different connectivity modes. Stéphane Ecalle, L-Acoustics marketing director, says, “With LA4X, L-Acoustics speakers can virtually be considered as powered speakers, at the same time maintaining the… View this post
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Lab.gruppen Unveils IPD Series Networked, DSP-Enabled Power Amplifiers
PSW Staff 04/12/13 02:08 PM,Lab.gruppen has introduced the IPD (Intelligent Power Drive) Series networked and DSP-enabled power amplifiers. The IPD Series packs more features and greater power density into a 1RU frame than found in many competitive 2RU platforms. Two power configurations are available, IPD 1200 and IPD 2400, with power outputs (at 4 ohms) of 2 × 600 watts and 2 × 1200 watts, respectively. Both incorporate integrated DSP, networked monitoring and control via computer or iPad, a 4-channel input matrix, fully configurable… View this post
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Powersoft Incorporating AFMG FIRmaker In K Series Amplifiers, DSP4 Modules
PSW Staff 04/12/13 01:43 PM,AFMG’s new FIRmaker technology has been integrated with Powersoft K Series amplifiers and DSP4 modules for powered loudspeakers. Based on state-of-the-art acoustic optimization algorithms, AFMG FIRmaker allows fast and highly precise generation of system FIR filters tailored to the venue. These can now be loaded directly into K Series amps and DSP4 modules. Powersoft managing director Claudio Lastrucci comments, “Loudspeaker companies as well as system users worldwide can now immediately combine the power and flexibility of our product line with… View this post
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Thursday, April 11, 2013Electro-Voice Launches ZLX Portable Loudspeakers At Prolight+Sound 2013
PSW Staff 04/11/13 08:44 AM,At the Prolight+Sound 2013 show in Frankfurt, Electro-Voice announced the new ZLX line of portable loudspeakers available in both powered/active and passive versions. (Hall 8.0, Booth A22) Both powered and passive ZLX loudspeakers are available in 12- and 15-inch two-way models and can be used for mains and monitors. All are outfitted with EV-engineered drivers (EVS-12K or EVS-15L woofer, DH-1K titanium compression driver). Dispersion is 90 degrees (h) x 60 degrees (v). A proprietary split-baffle design optimizes driver time alignment… View this post
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Wednesday, April 10, 2013Crown Showcasing USBX Enhanced Amplifier Control & Monitoring At Prolight+Sound 2013
PSW Staff 04/10/13 02:18 PM,At this week’s Prolight+Sound 2013 show in Frankfurt,Crown Audio is showcasing the new USBX, an accessory that enables Crown XTi, CDi and DSi Series amplifiers with a USB port to be operated via an Apple iPad/iPhone using the “Powered by Crown” app. “Our new USBX greatly expands the control options available to users of our XTi, CDi and DSi amplifiers by adding iPad/iPhone operation and wireless connectivity,” says Andy Flint, business segment manager, Portable PA, Crown. “It’s perfect for setting… View this post
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Powersoft Licenses Audinate Dante AV Networking For Its Amplifiers
PSW Staff 04/10/13 01:20 PM,Powersoft and Audinate have announced that they have entered into a licensing agreement to incorporate Dante media networking into Powersoft power amplifier products. Powersoft produces lightweight, high power, single-rack space, energy efficient amplifiers. Dante is built on IT standards, delivering low-latency, tightly synchronized,sample-accurate playback. “Our plan is to build new products for the newest generation of our Install and Touring rack amplifiers.” says Luca Giorgi, pro audio BU manager for Powersoft. “Powersoft’s first compatible products integrating Dante will be the… View this post
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