All items tagged with musical instruments (71)

Apogee Launches Jam+ Third Generation Instrument Input Interface for iOS, Mac and PC

October 11, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Apogee Launches Jam+ Third Generation Instrument Input Interface for iOS, Mac and PC

Apogee Electronics announced a new much improved version of its Jam portable interface. The all new Jam+ is a studio grade USB instrument input and output that connects an electric guitar, bass, keyboard or any acoustic instrument with a pickup, directly to any iOS device, Mac, or Windows PC. With an adapter (sold separately) users can also connect a dynamic microphone. The new third generation version adds a stereo output to connect headphones or powered speakers, offers low latency monitoring, and now comes bundled with the Positive Grid BIAS FX Jam emulation software.

Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2019 Together Again!

September 25, 2018 by Joao Martins

Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2019 Together Again!

Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2019: Stronger together! This is the slogan used by Frankfurt Messe to promote the 2019 edition of those two prestigious shows, which could risk being the last ones if the new adopted model doesn't work. After many years of forced separation, the Frankfurt show complex will finally open the brand new Halls 12 (two levels), enabling Prolight+Sound to grow into a modern space, while Musikmesse returns to the much appreciated Halls 3. More important, both shows will take place again concurrently!

ICEpower Announces 200AS1 Amplifier Module Designed for Guitar Amplifiers, Bass Amplifiers and Subwoofers

July 27, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

ICEpower Announces 200AS1 Amplifier Module Designed for Guitar Amplifiers, Bass Amplifiers and Subwoofers

Danish class-D audio amplification specialists ICEpower just announced their new 200AS1 power amplifier, a "rock solid" power module for guitarists and bass players. The 200AS1 is the latest member of ICEpower’s AS series and it was designed with a rock-steady regulated power supply of 300W with universal mains, combined with a 1x 200W (4Ω) class-D power module. Everything manufacturers will need for the latest in musical instrument or subwoofer amplification. The new module is in stock now and ready for purchase.

Boss Unveils Wireless Audio Transmitters Optimized for Musical Instruments

June 15, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Boss Unveils Wireless Audio Transmitters Optimized for Musical Instruments

Roland's guitar and effects brand, Boss, announced the WL series, a new line of high-quality wireless systems for guitar, bass, and other electronic instruments. Equipped with a new low latency wireless technology developed by BOSS, the WL series delivers a plug-and-play experience for musicians, and makes it easy for players to bring wireless freedom to home, rehearsal, and small stage rigs. The series three different devices for electric and acoustic guitar and a cradle to connect stompbox effects.

Unique Academic Recording Project Highlights the Effects of Microphone Placement with DPA Microphones

May 29, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Unique Academic Recording Project Highlights the Effects of Microphone Placement with DPA Microphones

It is common knowledge among sound engineers that every musical instrument has a specific sound radiation pattern and that its recorded sound depends on where the microphone is placed in relation to that instrument. Investigating this fact has led to a fascinating collaboration between Kazuya Nagae, a sound recording Associate Professor from Soundmedia Composition Course, Nagoya University of the Arts, and Thorsten Weigelt, a Tonmeister and professor from the Berlin University of the Arts (UdK).

May 11, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

LOUD Audio Announces Sale of the Iconic Ampeg Brand to Yamaha

LOUD Audio LLC, a portfolio company of private equity firm Transom Capital Group, and the parent company of Mackie, EAW and Martin Audio, has concluded the sale of the historic family of Ampeg bass amps and pedals to Yamaha Guitar Group, Inc. According to Transom, this move is aimed at allowing Loud to narrow its focus, return to its roots in professional audio, and deliver the best possible products and experience to its customers, while ensuring the future of a legendary bass and guitar amplification brand.

Gibson Brands Files for Pre-Negotiated Chapter 11 Restructuring and Will Refocus on Musical Instruments

May 1, 2018 by Joao Martins

Gibson Brands Files for Pre-Negotiated Chapter 11 Restructuring and Will Refocus on Musical Instruments

The bad news is, Gibson Brands filed for bankruptcy. The good news is that Gibson Brands finally filed for bankruptcy, having reached an agreement to reorganize around its Core Businesses and Iconic Brand to continue to manufacture, supply, and distribute guitars and pro audio products. Gibson Brands will sell its consumer electronics businesses and brands. Also bad, Henry Juszkiewicz is still with Gibson. On another good news, the company has secured $135 million to keep going.

Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2018 Report Signals Upward Trend for Internationality and Exhibitor Satisfaction

April 19, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2018 Report Signals Upward Trend for Internationality and Exhibitor Satisfaction

The Saturday-evening concert by Dionne Warwick and the New Philharmonic Orchestra Frankfurt marked the end of a week of music and events. 1,803 companies from 56 countries launched their latest products during the five days of Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2018. For 2019, Frankfurt Messe promises to return to a unified format, with Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound overlaping fully on all days and move closer together spatially.

DPA Microphones Expands CORE Amplifier Technology to d:vote 4099 Instrument Microphones

April 13, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

DPA Microphones Expands CORE Amplifier Technology to d:vote 4099 Instrument Microphones

DPA Microphones is known throughout the audio industry for developing small miniature condenser microphones with superior sound quality for various professional environments. At NAB 2018 and Musikmesse 2018, DPA introduced its recently launched ‘CORE by DPA’ amplifier technology to the d:vote 4099 range of Instrument Microphones, to create an even clearer sound by lowering overall distortion and expanding the dynamic range. CORE technology was already available in d:screet miniature lavalier, and d:fine headset microphones.

Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound 2018 To Reinforce Professional Focus

January 26, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

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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