All items tagged with VU meter (18)

RTW Introduces TouchControl 5 Immersive Monitor Controller Now Supporting Ravenna Audio Networks

July 22, 2025 by Joao Martins

RTW Introduces TouchControl 5 Immersive Monitor Controller Now Supporting Ravenna Audio Networks

RTW, the renowned German manufacturer of audio metering and monitoring solutions, announced the launch of a Ravenna-based version of TouchControl 5 - bringing its compact immersive monitor controller to IP-based infrastructures based on AES67 and SMPTE ST 2110. RTW's TouchControl 5 was already available for Dante networks and now also adds Ravenn, with support for 32 channels in and out, up to 96kHz.

Palmer Introduces MONICON Series Analog Monitor Controllers

July 22, 2025 by Alfred Moody

Palmer Introduces MONICON Series Analog Monitor Controllers

Palmer, the musician-oriented and problem-solving products brand from the German group Adam Hall, just announced a brand-new series of monitor controllers, an always-essential solution for any home and project studio as well as audio enthusiasts. These new analog monitor controllers allow precise, zero-latency monitoring at home or in the studio. The Palmer MONICON Series offers passive, active, and hybrid models with well-thought-out features.

T+A Unveils Symphonia Streaming Integrated Amplifier

March 5, 2025 by Joao Martins

T+A Unveils Symphonia Streaming Integrated Amplifier

German high-end audio manufacturer T+A elektroakustik launched the Symphonia, a streaming integrated amplifier that embodies the company’s unique vision of “The Future of Retro”. The one-box system combines cutting-edge technology paired with classic design elements such as beveled aluminum front panels and hand-assembled analog VU meters, modern rotary/push controllers, and extensive connectivity for both analog sources and modern digital media. Now available for pre-order at an MSRP of USD $9,990, the new integrated design will start shipping in April 2025.

RTW Unleashes the Full Potential of TouchControl 5 Meter and Monitor Control System

June 7, 2024 by Joao Martins

RTW Unleashes the Full Potential of TouchControl 5 Meter and Monitor Control System

RTW Audio, has more than 50 years of experience designing and producing advanced recording-studio equipment, leading in high quality audio metering and monitoring tools. The company announced a major initiative that promises to expand its market exponentially. With the launch of software version 1.1 for its TouchControl 5 system, RTW is abandoning its license-based model and selling the sophisticated studio audio meter and monitor controller with all the available features, for a single price.

June 7, 2024 by Joao Martins

ERA Music Announces Acquisition of Meters Music Audio Brand

A new musical instruments and musical accessories conglomerate called ERA Music Brands announced the acquisition of Meters Music — a brand affiliated with owners of Ashdown Engineering, marketed by the famous British bass and guitar amplifier company. ERA Music Brands, headquartered in Tampa, Florida, says it will expand Meters Music with lifestyle headphone and wireless audio products, capitalizing on the original aspect of the cool VU meters.

New Luxman L-509Z Flagship Integrated Amplifier

September 22, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

New Luxman L-509Z Flagship Integrated Amplifier

Luxman continues to prepare for 2025, the company’s centennial, with a new top-of-the-line integrated amplifier. In addition to the company's trademark sound quality, the L-509Z incorporates the Luxman Integrated Feedback Engine System (LIFES1.0) in both the power amp and preamp sections. It's also the first with the Luxman Electronically Controlled Ultimate Attenuator-EX (LECUA-EX) volume control. The L-509Z integrated amplifier is available at a suggested retail price of $12,495.

Drawmer Launches Highly Desirable 1977 Analog Channel Strip

July 3, 2023 by Joao Martins

Drawmer Launches Highly Desirable 1977 Analog Channel Strip

Drawmer announced a new analog channel strip unit, directly targeted at home and project studios looking to add vintage characteristics and analog warmth to their productions. Offering all the features required for a single, comprehensive channel strip, the Drawmer 1977 combines an ultra clean preamplifier and a three band parametric equalizer with the silkiness of the soft knee compressor, and 3 types of variable harmonic saturation.

NAD Electronics Launches Retro-Inspired C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier

May 12, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

NAD Electronics Launches Retro-Inspired C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier

Hifi components with wood panels are back! NAD Electronics is the latest audio manufacturer to embark on the retro trend with the C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier. The classic seventies hifi component will be introduced at the 2023 High End show in Munich, Germany, where demonstration sessions of the C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier will run in Room D108 in Atrium 3. Retro design elements include front-panel VU meters, push-button input controls, 1970s cursive branding, walnut-finished vinyl-clad cabinet, and a dark grey front panel.

Drawmer Announces 1972 Dual Mic Line and Instrument Preamplifier

September 7, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Drawmer Announces 1972 Dual Mic Line and Instrument Preamplifier

Drawmer introduced the 1972 Dual Mic, Line and Instrument Pre-Amplifier, developed for capturing and recording from a variety of sources and utilizing the multitude of microphones found in the studio, from budget to high-end dynamic and also ribbon mics. Uniquely it has added features that help out in difficult to record situations that are not found on other preamplifiers. A new classic for a wider market, from the British audio brand.

Vincent Audio Updates PowerLine Series With SV-228 Hybrid Integrated Amplifier

April 18, 2022 by Joao Martins

Vincent Audio Updates PowerLine Series With SV-228 Hybrid Integrated Amplifier

Vincent Audio is a designer and manufacturer of hi-fidelity stereo and multichannel components, headquartered in Germany with manufacturing in Asia, Germany or a combination of the two. This strategy allows the company to offer unique features and designs at affordable prices. Expanding Vincent Audio’s popular PowerLine series, the SV-228 is a new hybrid integrated amplifier that includes VU meters embedded in the front panel, a cool loudness switch, an integrated DAC and Bluetooth 5 input.

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