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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
d&b audiotechnik Releases New Version (v1.8) Of R1 Remote Control Software
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10/27/09 08:34 AM,
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d&b audiotechnik has released the latest version of its R1 Remote control software, v1.8, allowing a system design to be created, its performance predicted with d&b ArrayCalc, and the final system configuration applied either offline or onsite within R1 and then manipulated remotely. The whole menu of DSP control can be applied down to an individual d&b amplifier channel, groups of loudspeakers or the complete system. At the touch of a button, the System Check device diagnostics enable detailed monitoring…
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Eliminating Troublesome Hum & Buzz Created By Electric Guitars
Bruce Bartlett
10/14/09 03:20 PM,

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You’re recording an electric guitar, or amplifying it through a P.A., and there it is: hum! This annoying sound is a common occurrence. Acoustic guitars fitted with pickups can have the same problem. Hum is an unwanted 60 Hz tone—50 Hz outside the U.S.—plus harmonics. If the harmonics are especially strong, the hum becomes an edgy buzz. Let’s take a look at what’s going on and how to fix it. First we need to review how an electric guitar works.…
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Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Syn-Aud-Con Presenting Sound Reinforcement For Designers Seminar In Louisville Later This Month
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10/07/09 08:25 AM,
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Syn-Aud-Con will be presenting its Sound Reinforcement for Designers seminar in Louisville, Kentucky, on October 26-29, 2009. This course is designed to emphasize the codependency of room acoustics and sound system design, with mantra being “Listen - Measure - Predict”. View this video for more information. Lead instructor Pat Brown uses a multimedia approach with interactive exercises which enables him to teach most concepts through demonstrations making learning quicker and much more enjoyable. (Note that attendees need a personal computer…
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Thursday, October 01, 2009
Outline Unveils New OpenArray 3D Predictive Software
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10/01/09 08:21 AM,
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Outline has launched its OpenArray 3D software that helps predict coverage and other esults from both live and installation applications of the company’s products. Training seminars for the new software were held during the recent PLASA 2009, with a company statement noting the intention of releasing an “alpha” version of software is to gain the experience of system engineers consistently working in the field. Building on the success of the Outline V.I.P. (Vector Implementation Protocol), the goal is to have…
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Monday, September 28, 2009
Electro-Voice Announces Release Of LAPS V2.2A Modeling & Design Program
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09/28/09 04:16 PM,
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Electro-Voice has announced the release of new LAPS V2.2A, the company’s line array modeling and design program. LAPS is an essential tool for sound system designers who use EV line array loudspeakers. Using LAPS, a designer can quickly enter an array design and assess its performance. LAPS can model a full sound system, including main arrays, secondary arrays such as delays and front-fills, and subwoofers. After the final system design is chosen, LAPS provides full rigging specifications. LAPS includes comprehensive…
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Russ Berger To Provide Surround Sound Presentation At Upcoming AES Show In New York
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09/28/09 09:34 AM,
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Russ Berger, president of Russ Berger Design Group (RBDG), will be sharing his expertise in small room acoustics as part of the Surround Sound Live Seven symposium taking place on October 8, 2009, at the Manhattan Center in New York, one of several special events to be held during the Audio Engineering Society (AES) 2009 convention. Surround Sound Live Seven brings together the authorities in surround sound for a candid and informative discussion with today’s audio professionals about issues relating…
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Tuesday, September 08, 2009
Smaart Training Class Confirmed For Houston In Late October
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09/08/09 12:20 PM,
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Rational Acoustics has confirmed a new Smaart Training Class in Houston, Texas, slated for October 27 - 29 at LD Systems. The class will follow the standard three-day format and will be taught by Smaart Guru Jamie Anderson of Rational Acoustics. Days 1 and 2 cover: Fundamentals Applications Day 3 will be the working practicum/advanced class. Smaart Training Class is open to all interested persons - no prior measurement/system alignment experience required. Note, however, that the course does assume a…
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Rational Acoustics Appoints SonoTribe As Official Smaart Instructors
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08/25/09 03:11 PM,
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Rational Acoustics has appointed SonoTribe Audio Consultants as the official providers of Spanish language Smaart Training Classes for Mexico and Latin America. Founded in 2007 by Oscar Gamas and Salvador Castaneda, SonoTribe provides system design and analysis services for a wide variety of clients across Latin America in addition to teaching classes in audio theory, system design and implementation. Prior to founding SonoTribe, Gamas and Castaneda were employed by Meyer Sound in the design and education departments respectively. Together they…
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Friday, August 21, 2009
Meyer Sound To Host Audio Seminars In Mexico, U.S., Canada, Germany, Spain, Italy, & Netherlands
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08/21/09 11:43 AM,
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Meyer Sound has announced its international education schedule for August to October 2009, with seminars to be held in Mexico City; Toronto; Los Angeles; Montabaur, Germany; Seville and Madrid, Spain; Duivendrecht, Netherlands; and Osimo Stazione, Italy. Some seminars will be taught in the local languages, including Spanish and German, and others will be interpreted in real time by qualified translators. The upcoming seminars will cover core audio principles encompassing sound system design and alignment, line array theory, equalization, delay, and…
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Thursday, July 30, 2009
White Spaces To Green Touring: AES Announces Live Sound Events For 127th Convention In New York
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07/30/09 05:12 PM,
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Reflecting the exponential growth of live sound as an increasingly significant component in the health of the pro audio industry, 127th AES Convention Live Sound Co-Chairs Henry Cohen and Mac Kerr have devised a broad program of critical events designed to keep the “Road Warriors” fully on top of their game. Presentations run the gamut from an assessment of the White Spaces issue to innovations for meeting the increasingly urgent need for compliance with the Green Movement. Live sound programs…
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