PMC Shows New twotwo Sub2 Active Subwoofer and the New QB1-A at NAMM 2015
UK-based reference monitor manufacturer PMC will be launching a new addition to its twotwo range of active nearfields at NAMM 2015, as well as giving West Coast audio professionals another chance to see the mighty QB1-A large-scale studio monitor, launched in Los Angeles in Autumn 2014.
Cakewalk Introduces New SONAR lineup for 2015
Since Roland decided to sell Cakewalk to Gibson things have been relatively quiet on the software house front, even though its famous SONAR DAW solutions continue to be among the most popular on the Windows platform. For the 2015 NAMM Show, Cakewalk now confirmed the presentation of its latest software iterations and a new Membership model allowing for continuous upgrades.
Two New Rupert Neve Designs Announced at the NAMM Show
Rupert Neve Designs announced two new products for the 2015 NAMM Show: the RNDI Active Transformer Direct Interface, and the R6 Six Space 500 Series Rack. The RNDI utilizes a custom Rupert Neve-designed transformer and a class-A biased discrete FET amplifier to elegantly balance an instrument signal. The R6 is a rack with more than 150% the required current and a full complement of XLR, TRS and DB-25 I/O.
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Gibson’s new Les Paul Reference Monitors
Gibson Brands continues to honor the roots of Les Paul, who first pioneered the solid body electric guitar and later introduced multitrack recording with the release of the Gibson Les Paul Reference Monitors, which carry on his name as synonym for creativity and passion for music. The Les Paul Monitors will be launched at the 2015 NAMM Show.
iZ Technology Launches iZ RADAR STUDIO: RADAR and Pro Tools in One Box
iZ Technology Corporation is announcing its new RADAR studio (patent pending) at the 2015 NAMM Show. The Canadian company says the new solution combines the best of the RADAR multi-track recorder and (Avid’s) Pro Tools in one box, allowing for tracking and mixing with a single, integrated, best-in-class audio appliance. An exciting combination of hardware and software which will certainly be the talk of the show in Anaheim.
LG Innotek Reinforces Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association Module Suppliers
Consumer electronics giant LG Innotek joinned the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association and launched new WiSA compliant wireless audio transmitter and receiver modules at 2015 International CES. With this announcement LG Innotek significantly reinforces the market options for new high resolution, wireless, multi-channel audio products.
Porter & Davies Launches the Kinetic Transfer Platform Tactile Monitor
British company Porter & Davies announced the launch of its new Kinetic Transfer (KT) Platform tactile monitor to enable musicians to feel and hear their playing internally, instead of relying on conventional audio methods. Porter & Davies also teamed up with UK company Precision Devices to create their own dedicated tactile transducer, which is now to be fitted in all their Drum Monitoring tactile feedback systems.
2015 International CES: Home Audio Market Movements
Futuresource Consulting, a specialist research and knowledge-based consulting company, delivers its analysis on the home audio market trends and technological developments at the 2015 International CES. Futuresource notes the growth of wireless multi-room audio (MRA) solutions, estimated to reach 43% this year, and comments on high-resolution audio developments.
Audix New DP4 Instrument Pack for Rhythm Sections
Audix Microphones has announced the DP4 Instrument Pack, a combination of four essential mics for rhythm sections, making the life of musicians and sound engineers easier. The new pack consists of the iconic Audix D6 microphone and three i5 microphones in a heavy-duty carrying case. The case also includes three DFLEX mic mounts and three additional cutouts for vocal microphones.
ECOXGEAR Partners with SunCore to Develop Solar Powered Portable Outdoor Products
ECOXGEAR, a Grace Digital brand, has partnered with SunCore, a renowned semiconductor solar-based product company and developer of a proprietary photovoltaic panel technology, to help create ECOXGEAR’s high density solar panels. This new, exclusive partnership in solar powered products will enable sustainable experiences anywere, including powering portable Bluetooth speakers.