All items tagged with sound reinforcement (223)
Fulcrum Acoustic Releases DF4 Dual High-Frequency Horn Loudspeaker
December 20, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Fulcrum Acoustic Releases DF4 Dual High-Frequency Horn Loudspeaker

Fulcrum Acoustic continues to create new innovative loudspeakers at an impressive pace. Now, the Massachusetts-based manufacturers has released the DF4 Dual High-Frequency Horn, a spot fill loudspeaker aimed at supplemental high frequency coverage for areas shaded by obstructions. Dual four inch diaphragm high frequency compression drivers provide substantial output suitable for mid to long throw applications. And the new DF443 is particularly effective in applications where supplemental HF coverage may be required due to occlusion from the primary loudspeakers by venue obstructions.
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Eminence Speaker Announces Global Standard Series for International Markets
December 3, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Eminence Speaker Announces Global Standard Series for International Markets

Eminence announced the addition of a new Global Standard Series of loudspeakers to its international catalog, with future availability pending for USA customers. The new series of speakers includes a range of Retro guitar amp speakers in the traditional 12" size, Retrobass woofers in 10" and 15" sizes, and six new speaker drivers for sound reinforcement applications in sizes from 6" to 15." All combining premium quality and high performance at an affordable price.
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JBL Professional Introduces New EON700 Portable PA Series Loudspeakers
November 16, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

JBL Professional Introduces New EON700 Portable PA Series Loudspeakers

Harman Professional Solutions introduced the latest EON700 Series portable PA loudspeakers and subwoofer with Bluetooth. Launched in 1995, JBL’s best-selling EON family of PAs set the benchmark for how great a powered loudspeaker system can be. He latest evolution of iconic EON Series improves the series' acoustic performance, power and versatility, while adding the convenience of wireless Bluetooth 5 control to portable PA systems for live sound and installed applications.
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CODA Audio Releases Space Hub Immersive Audio Processor
November 3, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

CODA Audio Releases Space Hub Immersive Audio Processor

German pro audio manufacturer CODA Audio is unveiling its own immersive audio processor, completing a system approach to the format in performance events. The Space Hub was designed for low latency processing of up to 128 objects x 128 output channels, using the 3D panning algorithms selectable per object within its Space software. The new solution, presented at the Tonmeistertagung 2021 conference in Dusseldorf, also explores the advantages of CODA's linear–phase loudspeaker designs.
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Fender Musical Instruments Corporation Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Presonus Audio Electronics
November 1, 2021 by Joao Martins

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Presonus Audio Electronics

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, one of the world’s largest guitar companies, announced it has signed a definitive agreement of merger with PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. The Baton Rouge, Louisiana based company is a leading designer and manufacturer of recording hardware and software, and professional audio live-sound solutions, popular in both the home studio and music PA markets.
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Void Acoustics Launches New Venu 208 Ultra-Compact Subwoofer
October 29, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Void Acoustics Launches New Venu 208 Ultra-Compact Subwoofer

Successful British loudspeaker manufacturer Void Acoustics continues to expand its range of installation oriented products, in parallel with its incredibly popular clubbing designs. Part of its recently updated Venu V2 loudspeaker series, Void has now added an ultra-compact subwoofer equipped to overcome challenging installations. Using dual 8” high excursion woofers, the Venu 208 subwoofer is ideal for low-frequency extension in distributed or background music systems.
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Fulcrum Acoustic Releases AHS Steerable Large-Format Array Modules
October 25, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Fulcrum Acoustic Releases AHS Steerable Large-Format Array Modules

Fulcrum Acoustic has released a modular scalable loudspeaker system targeted at applications where very high output and precise pattern control are required. The new AHS Series of products from the loudspeaker manufacturer company co-founded by David Gunness, known for its unique approach to loudspeaker design, represents a leap forward in achieving digitally configurable coverage for long-throw applications, all within a compact enclosure.
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Alcons Audio Introduces QRP20 Pro-Ribbon Column Array
October 21, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Alcons Audio Introduces QRP20 Pro-Ribbon Column Array

Pro-Ribbon pioneers Alcons Audio unveiled the new QRP20 speaker, a versatile 2-way column array system with increased directivity control, to be used for both permanent and portable applications. Its slim design, with the RBN401 pro-ribbon driver in the middle, delivers natural, dynamic sound reproduction with superior intelligibility and throw. And the QRP20 column can be setup with the QB242 bass extension for portable applications.
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Test Bench: B&C Speakers' 5CXN44 Pro Sound Coaxial Driver
October 20, 2021 by Vance Dickason

Test Bench: B&C Speakers' 5CXN44 Pro Sound Coaxial Driver

This article characterizes a coaxial driver from B&C Speakers, a 5.25” woofer and 1.4" compression driver combo specifically built primarily for sound reinforcement applications. This driver's cooling is exclusively provided by the motor mass, a substantial neodymium ring magnet that powers both HF and LF units. No other vents are required for the 300W power rating given by B&C Speakers to the 5CXN44, which is impressive. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, August 2021.
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Avnu Alliance Launches Streamlined Milan Advanced Certification Program
October 20, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Avnu Alliance Launches Streamlined Milan Advanced Certification Program

The Avnu Alliance industry consortium promoting deterministic networking based on IEEE 802.1 AVB/TSN standards, introduced a new Milan Advanced Certification Program for faster, and less expensive testing and certification of professional audio and video end devices for its members. This initiative is intended to encourage further adoption of the Milan network protocol by more manufacturers.
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