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Neumann Launches Re-Issue of the Famous U 67 Tube Microphone
by audioXpress Staff

Neumann Launches Re-Issue of the Famous U 67 Tube Microphone

Neumann used the opportunity of a vibrant 2018 NAMM Show, which for the first time also attracted the whole AES West Coast convention community, to announce the reissue of the famous U 67. For the first time in decades, the iconic tube microphone is back in production and built to the original specifications. And this is not something that Neumann would take lightly.
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Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2018 To Reinforce Professional Focus
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Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2018 To Reinforce Professional Focus

Musikmesse (11 to 14 April 2018) and Prolight+Sound (10 to 13 April 2018) will once again bring together companies with retailers, professionals from the musical-instrument, event and media-technologies sectors, as well as musicians from all over the world. In 2017, the two events attracted a total of around 100,000 visitors from 144 countries to Frankfurt Fair and Exhibition Centre. In 2018, the Frankfurt Messe will reinforce the professional focus and synergies between the two shows.
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The Freedman Group Acquires FuzzMeasure and Launches RØDETest Division
by Joao Martins

The Freedman Group Acquires FuzzMeasure and Launches RØDETest Division

RØDE Microphones announced the establishment of a new Scientific Test and Measurement division, named RØDETest, which will house RØDE’s future line of measurement microphones and software. With the announcement comes the news that The Freedman Group has acquired FuzzMeazure, the audio and acoustic measurement software created by Chris Liscio of SuperMegaUltraGroovy.
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Mike Belitz, CEO and President of Ultimate Support Acquires Radial Engineering Ltd.
by Joao Martins

Mike Belitz, CEO and President of Ultimate Support Acquires Radial Engineering Ltd.

The announcement was made at NAMM 2018, confirming the acquisition of one of the most respected and trusted brands in the industry. Radial Engineering is a manufacturer of professional audio products based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, with products that are sold under brand names such as Radial, Tonebone, Primacoustic, Reamp, Hafler, Dynaco and Jensen Transformers Inc.
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Genelec Launches a Year of Celebrations for Landmark 40Th Anniversary
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Genelec Launches a Year of Celebrations for Landmark 40Th Anniversary

Genelec, the world leader in professional audio active monitoring, announced a year of special events to mark the company’s 40th birthday. Featuring a Summer party, a 40th anniversary book, a special Limited Edition monitor and a high-profile campaign with online music broadcaster Boiler Room, 2018 will be the year that Genelec celebrates four remarkable decades of innovation.
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VUE Audiotechnik Expands al-12 Line Array with Flyable Subwoofer that Extends Low-Frequency Reproduction​ to Below 35 Hz
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VUE Audiotechnik Expands al-12 Line Array with Flyable Subwoofer that Extends Low-Frequency Reproduction​ to Below 35 Hz

Coming off a highly successful 2017, VUE Audiotechnik used NAMM 2018 to unveil the latest addition to its al-12 Line Array - the al-12SB Flyable Subwoofer. Designed for seamless integration with VUE’s flagship line array, the al-12SB dramatically expands the al-12’s versatility by delivering powerful and well-defined low-frequency reproduction to below 35 Hz.
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Voice Coil February 2018 Now Available with All the Industry News and Developments!
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Voice Coil February 2018 Now Available with All the Industry News and Developments!

Voice Coil February 2018 features an update of our annual Loudspeaker Cone Industry Suppliers Directory for 2018, expanded to incorporate specialized component vendors. James Croft reviews David Gunness' patent submission of a Passive Cardioid Speaker design and Vance Dickason characterizes a new Precision Devices 1.4" Titanium Diaphragm Compression Driver, plus Wavecor's new 10" PA woofer. All this and much more available in print and download now.
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beyerdynamic Introduces FOX Professional USB-C Studio Microphone
by Joao Martins

beyerdynamic Introduces FOX Professional USB-C Studio Microphone

beyerdynamic introduced a brand-new USB-C microphone at the 2018 NAMM Show. Ideal for music recordings, YouTube videos, Podcasting and more, the new beyerdynamic FOX combines a large condenser capsule with a preamplifier, AD converter and headphone amplifier, all connected through the latest-generation USB Type C conector and interface, which makes it possible to deliver the necessary power specifications, impossible to achieve with previous USB standards.
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IsoAcoustics Launches New ISO Series Line of Acoustic Isolation Stands for Pro Audio Speakers and Subwoofers
by Joao Martins

IsoAcoustics Launches New ISO Series Line of Acoustic Isolation Stands for Pro Audio Speakers and Subwoofers

IsoAcoustics announced the launch of an entirely new line of acoustic isolation stands, the ISO Series, designed for professional audio speakers and subwoofers. The new models, which include the ISO-130, ISO-155, ISO-200 and the ISO-200SUB, feature a new contemporary design, a lower profile and all new isolators – offering the acclaimed acoustic isolation performance that the company is known for.
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Bose Professional Debuts S1 Pro Multi-Position Smart Portable PA System
by Joao Martins

Bose Professional Debuts S1 Pro Multi-Position Smart Portable PA System

At the 2018 NAMM Show, Anaheim, CA, Bose Professional is debuting the S1 Pro multi-position PA system - an all-in-one PA, floor monitor, practice amplifier, and the latest addition to the acclaimed Bose portable professional product line. Above all, the new ultra-portable Bose S1 Pro is a high-performance, and battery-powered smart Bluetooth speaker that musicians will want to use and take everywhere.
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