All items tagged with professional audio (418)
Test Bench-The 6CXN36 Coaxial 6.5" Pro Sound Driver from B&C Speakers
February 1, 2023 by Vance Dickason

Test Bench-The 6CXN36 Coaxial 6.5" Pro Sound Driver from B&C Speakers

This Test Bench characterizes the 6CXN36 6.5" coincident coax transducer, a professional audio driver from Italian manufacturer B&C Speakers and fairly similar to the company's 5.25” 5CXN44 reviewed in Voice Coil, August 2021, which uses a nearly identical compression driver. The cooling for the 6CXN36 is exclusively provided by the motor mass, which is substantial, and no vents are required for the impressive 200W continuous power handling rating in a small diameter driver such as this.
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CODA Audio Introduces 70mm Deep SPACE Loudspeaker Panels
February 1, 2023 by Joao Martins

CODA Audio Introduces 70mm Deep SPACE Loudspeaker Panels

In what promised to be one of the most exciting launches at ISE 2023, iconic electronic musician and composer, Jean-Michel Jarre, and contemporary French artist Eric Decastro have teamed up with German-based CODA Audio to unveil the new SPACE by CODA system concept. As the company describes it, "Art & Music Meets Technology." The really interesting part of the integrated concept is the new 70mm deep, SPACE Panels, which can offer sound quality and performance that rival conventional PA cabinets.
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Meyer Sound Introduces 2100-LFC Low-Frequency Control Element With New Four Voice Coil 21" Woofer
January 25, 2023 by Alfred Moody

Meyer Sound Introduces 2100-LFC Low-Frequency Control Element With New Four Voice Coil 21" Woofer

Meyer Sound announced a new 2100-LFC low-frequency control array element, a powerful new loudspeaker design that extends the advanced technology of its latest Phanter large-format linear line array loudspeaker down to the lowest limits of audibility. By pairing a potent Class-D amplifier with a single, all-new 21-inch driver with four voice coils, the 2100-LFC produces an extended frequency response from 30Hz to 125Hz.
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LEA Professional Unveils Amplifier Management Tool Sharkware
January 25, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

LEA Professional Unveils Amplifier Management Tool Sharkware

LEA Professional, the Indiana-based manufacturer of cloud-connected pro audio amplifiers, announced the launch of its first ever application software, Sharkware. Developed in part based on integrator and customer feedback, the free Windows and Mac supported software includes customer-requested features such as offline design, graphical EQ, locked speaker tunings, amplifier grouping and granular user access controls to all LEA Professional Connect Series amplifiers.
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Sennheiser Group Introduces new Executive Management Board
January 24, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Group Introduces new Executive Management Board

Following the realignment of the company with a focus on the professional audio business, Sennheiser now appointed a new management team. The new Executive Management Board includes representatives from the three business units Pro Audio, Business Communication and Neumann, as well as Supply Chain, Corporate Functions and Development. Together with Co-CEOs Daniel and Andreas Sennheiser, the Board members will implement the strategic goals of the Sennheiser Group.
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Yamaha Announces Battery-Powered STAGEPAS 200 Cube Speaker
January 23, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Yamaha Announces Battery-Powered STAGEPAS 200 Cube Speaker

Yamaha has announced its latest portable, professional PA speaker, the compact and feature-packed STAGEPAS 200. Offering high sound quality from a cube-shaped enclosure, measuring just 30cm (approx. 12") on each side, and - for the first time - a battery-powered option, the new Yamaha STAGEPAS 200 is a versatile active performance speaker that delivers exceptional sound pressure, phase response, natural high frequency dispersion and detailed sound.
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Pure Fi Expands its Portfolio of Active Optical Cables with New 40 Gbps USB-C Solution
January 16, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Pure Fi Expands its Portfolio of Active Optical Cables with New 40 Gbps USB-C Solution

Pure Fi, a premium consumer and professional A/V connectivity solutions manufacturer, unveiled the new Pure Fi USB Type-C Active Optical Cable (AOC). As one of the first USB-C active optical cables offering speeds of up to 40 Gbps up to 30 feet (10 meters), this new cable is ideal for applications that require high-speed connectivity between devices not located in close proximity to one another. This new High-Speed Cable delivers supports connectivity and power with zero latency or EMI.
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TASCAM Announces the Sonicview Next-Generation Multi-track Recording and Digital Mixing Consoles
January 12, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

TASCAM Announces the Sonicview Next-Generation Multi-track Recording and Digital Mixing Consoles

In a surprise announcement, TASCAM launched its new Sonicview Recording Mixer line available as either the TASCAM Sonicview 16XP or TASCAM Sonicview 24XP models. Both units incorporate state-of-the-art technology and a new multi-screen user interface called VIEW (Visual Interactive Ergonomic Workflow) to allow easy operation and control of all system parameters using completely customizable touch screens, user-definable buttons, and intuitive control software.
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Test Bench: B&C Speakers DE111‑8 1” Pro Sound Compression Driver
December 14, 2022 by Vance Dickason

Test Bench: B&C Speakers DE111‑8 1” Pro Sound Compression Driver

This is a characterization of the DE111-8 pro audio high-frequency solution and corresponding ME10v2 horn from B&C Speakers. The ultra-compact neodymium 1" compression driver features an HT Polymer diaphragm driven by a 1.4" diameter voice coil, an updated Ketone polymer suspension and dome, rated for 50W continuous power handling and 2.83V/1m 107dB sensitivity. A tiny driver universally applicable for a variety of small monitor and compact line arrays. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, August 2022.
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Lectrosonics Introduces M2Ra Improved Digital Wireless IEM/IFB Receiver
December 14, 2022 by Joao Martins

Lectrosonics Introduces M2Ra Improved Digital Wireless IEM/IFB Receiver

Lectrosonics introduced the M2Ra Digital Wireless Monitor Receiver, the next-generation receiver that is part of the acclaimed M2 Duet Digital wireless IEM family. The new M2Ra receiver builds upon the success of the original M2R and features several key improvements and new features designed for professional touring, installation, theater and broadcast applications. A compact, rugged body-worn stereo digital receiver providing high quality sound for performers or any professionals needing to monitor detailed audio wirelessly.
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