Jensen Transformers Acquired by Peter Janis, Teams up with Radial Engineering
Peter Janis, owner and president of Radial Engineering acquired Jensen Transformers. As Janis himself explains, “we felt that the brand was simply too important to the industry and our long-term health to end up being purchased by a multi-national and made offshore.” Jensen will remain an independent operation in Chatsworth, CA.
Allen & Heath New Qu-32 Digital Mixing Console
Allen & Heath unveiled its new Qu-32 console at Infocomm 2014 in June, a 32 fader, 38 in / 28 out digital mixer, joining the already existing rackmount Qu-16 and compact Qu-24 models. The new Qu-32 will start shipping in July and places the new Qu Series in a whole new dimension, both as a live and studio mixer.
AD 480 Reverb Available for iOS Devices
German company Fiedler Audio launched the first dedicated professional reverb effect app for iOS devices. Providing a unique set of tuning parameters and vast sonic spectrum, the AD 480 Reverb app is a valuable tool on any live or studio situation, with the added advantage of portability on the iPad and iPhone.
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Audio metering and monitoring for all platforms from RTW
RTW, the German experts in visual audio meters and monitoring devices, recently announced that the company is expanding into new applications with three product segments – software and hardware – thus enabling a larger pool of professionals to access the company’s award-winning metering tools.
New Immersive Surround Loudspeaker from QSC Audio
During the recent CineEurope cinema convention (June 16 to 19) in Barcelona, Spain, QSC Audio previewed the newest member of its SR Series surround loudspeaker family, the SR-1290, in direct response to new audio requirements created by immersive sound formats, in a cost-effective and compact loudspeaker enclosure.
Brazil’s first 4K OB truck equipped with Lawo and RAVENNA IP technology
The World Cup 2014 in Brazil has been the ideal test field for the first live global broadcasts in Ultra High-Definition (4K). Used for 4K football live production at Maracanã Stadium, GloboSat’s new TV OB truck is fitted with audio equipment from Lawo and state-of-the-art RAVENNA IP networking technology.
Eight-channel High Dynamic-Range Audio Processor from STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics has introduced a new digital audio processor with a >100 dB SNR and HDR (High Dynamic Range) audio-signal acquisition technology. The device can process most digital input formats up to 6.1/7.1 channel and 192 kHz, 24-bit DVD-audio and DSD/SACD.
Yamaha AFC3 Delivers Dramatic Acoustic Improvement to Multi-purpose Venue
A Norwegian venue has employed Yamaha’s AFC3 acoustic enhancement system to transform its main auditorium into an acoustically enhanced space. Even the most modern venues can suffer from acoustic issues and the Lørenskog Hus multi-purpose is using the AFC3 system every day, transforming the acoustics of the venue.
Avid Announces Key Updates to Its Professional Mixing Solutions
Avid has announced key enhancements to its Pro Tools Control Surfaces, including the new S6 modular solution, as well the previous System 5, including support for Dolby Atmos mixing and monitor control, deeper integration with the Eucon control protocol and including VCA Spill, automation control and much more.
Audio-Technica New ES945/LED and ES947/LED Boundary Microphones
Audio-Technica announced new microphones for conference room applications, the ES945/LED omnidirectional and ES947/LED cardioid condenser boundary microphones featuring Red/Green LED indicator rings and the AT8657/LED flush-mount socket, available exclusively to contractors and system integrators.