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REALITY BITES > years, with regular outings at the Royal Albert Hall as well as installed systems in Europe’s largest inner-city shopping centre Westfield London, and Manhattan’s The Jazz. Jackson adds, “The ever-evolving relationship with EM has been a delight from start to finish. Their responsiveness to what was required for the original M- J prompted me into seeking further development of products for job specific solutions with them. With regards to the M- J, it has been out for a short while in our inventory on the BBC Jazz Awards this year as well as The X-Factor. The feedback from those on the listening end of the wedge has been extremely positive, and I look forward to this continuing.” Mobile live sound specialists, Red TX, mixed the broadcast for The X-Factor LIVE shows every week from their state-of-the-art mobile recording vehicle equipped with PMC MB S-A stereo, and AML . PMC loudspeaker monitoring, and Studer Vista Digital mixing system. “This is the third year I’ve been involved with The X-Factor, but the first with Red TX,” says Tim Summerhayes. “Every year they have one show in the series which incorporates a big live band. On this occasion it numbers musicians comprising strings, brass, and a substantial rhythm section. They’re rehearsed by arranger Nigel Wright and it’s quite a big deal at this end. They’ve redesigned the stage to incorporate the band. “It’s a three-day job for us. We got here on the first day at am in the morning, did all our technical tests and set the stage for the band – they leave the band entirely to us. During the sound checks and extensive rehearsals, we endeavour to iron out any problems. We organise the monitors for the artists – we’re working with John Shaw again this year. He specifies and organises the monitoring for the band and does a great job. Between us we sub-mix the various elements through the in-house PA system and in-house monitoring for > D E LTA M E D I A I S B O R N Audio design, rental, sales, and installation company, Delta Sound – best known for its work on high profile events such as the Tour de France, the Commonwealth Games, and Falklands th Anniversary celebrations, as well as host of corporate events – has joined forces with Fred Jackson, formerly known as JAL (Jackson Audio Limited). Paul Keating, Managing Director of Delta, explains this strategic move. “We have worked with Fred for a number of years, collaborating on a variety of projects, and have developed a very good relationship with him,” he says. “Much of his work is in the television and broadcast industry, on shows such as Britain’s Got Talent and The X-Factor, where he is well known and respected. “At Delta, we are keen to expand our activity in this area. Fred’s portfolio of clients dovetails perfectly with our own and his contacts both here and in Dubai, where Delta has recently opened an office, mean that having him on board as an associate will be a great asset.” A special division of Delta, deltamedia.tv, has been formed to provide a definite focus for this important market sector, as well as streamlining the operation in terms of equipment purchases, with Delta Sound acquiring the assets of JAL. “I have taken JAL in its present form as far as I can within the segment of the industry,” adds Jackson. “It now makes complete sense to continue the association with Delta on a more formal basis, exploring new concepts and ideas.” The Sounds of the X-Factor Fred Jackson, Engineer on The X-Factor. New PD Series Location Recorders Audio acquisition that’s as versatile as you are. www.fostex.jp Fostex Company, 3-2-35 Musashino, Akishima, Tokyo, Japan 196-0021 Email: info_sales@fostex.jp Designed from the ground up to excel in ‘real-world’ applications, wherever you happen to be in the world. The new PD606 (8-track) and PD204 (2-track) location recorders both offer spectacular audio quality, flexible recording to 12cm DVD-RAM, hard disc or a combination of both, rock solid timecode implementation, extended battery life, loads of ‘instant access’ knobs, buttons and switches plus a whole battery of interface options. But impressive features are only part of the script. Fostex’s unrivalled pedigree in designing and manufacturing world class location recorders for over 16 years and our unique understanding of the broadcast, film, tv and audio acquisition environments means that these new recorders aren’t just the best PD recorders ever, they’re simply the best professional location recorders available today. AUDIO MEDIA JANUARY 2009 41 http://www.fostex.jp http://www.deltamedia.tv

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