The InnovaSON Sy80 digital mixing console includes 80 inputs, 80 outputs and 48 mix busses in a chassis weighing less than 176 pounds. A new version of the console’s software manager, Sensoft 8, is combined with a new DSP module built around the latest SHARC digital signal processors.

The Rane DEQ 60 stereo one-third-octave digital graphic equalizer is part of the company’s new analog-controlled digital series.

The XTA Electronics Series 2 consists of four DSP units. The C2 compressor includes “look-ahead” attack times for instantaneous transient control, automatic time constants, and built-in side-chain EQ. A “De-EQ” mode is an extension of traditional de-essing.

Allen & Heath is now offering a valve board as an option for the recently launched Xone:V6 DJ/club mixer. The valve board consists of double-sided fiberglass PCB carrying six premium grade double triode valves in cathode-follower configuration.

Each valve becomes an integral part of its corresponding channel’s pre-amplifier, adding classic valve sound and “warmth” to signals. The circuit design ensures that noise and headroom aren’t compromised, though distortion rises to the typical level. To install, the outer casing of the Xone:V6 is removed and the valve board “plugged-in” without further modification.

AKG PR 40 Miniature Diversity UHF Wireless Receiver www.akg.com

The AKG PR 40 is a UHF portable miniature four-level diversity receiver, the latest addition to the WMS 40 Series wireless microphone system. It operates on one fixed, quartz-stabilized frequency in the 710 MHz to 865 MHz UHF carrier frequency range.

The unit provides fixed-line level and adjustable headphone level outputs. Metering includes RF, audio level and battery status LEDs. A preset squelch will mute the receiver if the received signal is too weak. A belt clip allows the PR 40, housed in a glass-fiber plastic case, to be attached to the user’s clothes. A strip of Velcro fastener is supplied, which allows the user to mount the receiver on a mixer, pedal board, or video camera. The receiver uses two swiveling UHF antennas and can be powered with two AAA dry or rechargeable batteries.

The Nexo GEO T Series is made up of the full-range Tangent Array modules (T4805 and T2820) and Controlled Directivity subwoofer (CD18) that can be combined in either vertical or horizontal arrays. Supporting GEOSoft array design software simplifies the optimization process.

The cardioid technology of the GEO T Series is designed to supply low-frequency control from a shorter vertical array. With use of the Digital TD Controller, the system is specified as offering a frequency response of 60 Hz to 19 kHz (± 3 dB), peak sound pressure levels for a single cabinet of 135 dB to 138 dB at 1 meter, and sensitivity of 109 dB SPL (nominal) and 107 dB SPL (wideband), measured at 1 meter.

The Martin Audio EM Series includes the EM186 three-way, bi-amplified loudspeaker system with 15-inch cone driver, mid-high-frequency horn with a 6.5-inch cone driver and toroidal phase-plug device, and 1-inch-exit high-frequency compression driver. Both mid and high horn sections have matched constant-Q 65-degree horizontal dispersion.

The EM76 is a two-way passive, trapezoid system with 12-inch cone bass drive unit and 2.5-inch coil capable of withstanding high temperatures. The HF device is a 1-inch compression driver mounted on a 70-degree horizontal x 40-degree vertical CD horn.

The EM56 is a compact two-way passive, trapezoid system, also with 70-degree by 40-degree coverage. And, the EM15 is a miniature full-range system with two 5-inch drivers in a two-way configuration employing ICT (Inductively Coupled Transducer) technology. Three sub-bass units are also in the series, as are two controllers.

The Carvin CG200 two-channel optical compressor/gate includes opto-isolators that help eliminate distortion and provide an open sound.

The new dbx iEQ (Intelligent Equalizer) Series consists of the iEQ 15, a dual 15-band EQ, and the iEQ 31, a dual 31-band EQ. Both offer proprietary Advanced Feedback Suppression (AFS) and proprietary Type V noise reduction, as well as PeakStopPlus limiting.

Frequency response is listed at 10 Hz to 22 kHz, and dynamic range is rated at 110 dB.

The ES991, ES993 and ES995 join the Audio-Technica Engineered Sound series of microphones. All three models are cardioid condensers with dual-element units. The ES991 has a small-diameter design with gooseneck that permits flexible positioning. The ES993 and ES995 offer a rigid pipe design that comes with ball-in-socket base for flexible positioning and easy mounting to table, desk or podium. (ES995 is approximately one inch longer.)

Finish is low-reflective black, and power modules are included with each. All three units offer frequency response of 90 Hz to 15 kHz, are rated to handle 138 dB at 1 kHz (one percent THD) and include a fixed low-frequency roll-off (120 Hz, 12 dB/octave) and 15 dB pad switch.

Meyer Sound Variable Orientation (VariO) loudspeakers offer proprietary rotatable high-frequency horn assemblies that allow either horizontal or vertical orientation. Specifically, these are found in the new UPJ-1P compact wide coverage VariO and the UPJ-2P compact narrow coverage VariO.

The UPJ-1P and UPJ-2P loudspeakers are two-way systems, each with a 10-inch neodymium magnet low-mid-frequency driver and a 2-inch high-frequency compression driver. The UPJ-1P employs an 80-degree by 40-degree horn, while the UPJ-2P has a 50-degree by 40-degree horn. Each UPJ model also contains a two-channel class AB power amplifier with complementary MOSFET output stages (225 watts for LF and 125 watts for HF), as well as active processing electronics and protection circuits.

The Peak Audio CS1801 digital audio networking processor is the first release of CobraNet technology integrated into a microprocessor.

The CS18101 will result in a significant reduction in the cost of incorporating CobraNet technology into professional audio products.

The PreSonus GTX44 quad gate/expander offers digital side-chain monitor for complete isolation of individual instruments.

The TOA Electronics BG-M Series of mixers/amplifiers includes models BG-1015, BG-1030, BG-1060 and BG-1120. All include five input channels and offer output power ranging from 15 to 120 watts.

Also included are a microphone, telephone paging inputs, program and auxiliary music inputs, along with music-on-hold outputs, auto-mute functions and bass/treble EQ controls.

BG-M Series models also have a flexible module slot, compatible with TOA’s 900 Series modules, allowing users to select additional features and connector types.

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