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The latest news and products NEW PRODUCTS SABINE SGM Series Phantom Gooseneck Microphones Sabine has released a new series of microphones with built-in signal processing: Sabine Phantom Gooseneck Microphones. These microphones are designed to solve a myriad of problems that can occur with podium or gooseneck mics; most importantly, they feature an integrated infrared sensor that automatically activates the mic based on the presence of a person in front of the microphone. The SGM line comes in two versions. The 45-Series includes all the features of Sabine’s Phantom Mic Rider Pro inline mic processor: Automatic Gain Control (AGC), Plosive/Proximity Effect Control, and the Infrared Gate. The 40-Series of SGM mics only includes the Infrared Gate. The SGM Series gate is adjustable; users can program the time to turn off the mic after a person walks away from the mic and how close to the mic a person must get before triggering the mic to turn on. PRICES: $269 (40 Series), $299 (45 Series) CONTACT: Sabine | ¤ 800-626-7394 · www.sabine.com NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS CONTRACTING Held at the luxurious Grand Okanagan Resort and Convention Center in Kelowna, British Columbia, the 2008 Telus World Skins Game VIP Gala dinner was hosted by sports agency powerhouse IMG for their sponsors, players, media and VIP clients of this world class golfing event. The goal of Kelowna-based production company Northwest Global YAMAHA MADI and EtherSound Expansion Cards Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems has introduced new expansion cards that will enable MADI and EtherSound input and output connectivity. The MY16-MD64 card (pictured) adds 16 channels of MADI input and output connectivity to Yamaha professional audio devices accepting mini-YGDAI expansion. Users can add up to three MY16-EX expansion cards to the core MY16-MD64 card and increase the MADI channel capacity up to 64 channels. The MY16-ES64 card adds 16 channels of bi-directional EtherSound connectivity. Users can add up to three MY16-EX expansion cards to the core MY16-ES64 card and increase the EtherSound channel capacity up to 64 channels. The MY16-MD64 card provides failsafe redundancy with automatic switching from optical to coaxial input and outputs in case of accidental disconnection. In addition to direct connection to other Yamaha professional audio equipment, the MY16-MD64 cards and MY16-EX cards communicate seamlessly with MADI devices from other manufacturers. PRICES: $1,549, $499, $1,699 (MY16-ES64, MY16-EX, MY16-MD64, respectively) CONTACT: Yamaha Commercial Audio | ¤ 714-522-9011 · www.yamahaca.com Entertainment was to create an “ultra lounge” style venue for the guests at this event. With a crew that included Steve Williams (FOH Engineer) Jose Antunes (System tech) and Matt Perry (Systems Tech), Northwest Global provided a system consisting of Martin Audio W8LM and W8LMD Mini Line Arrays with WSX subs; Martin Audio MA 4.2S and MA2.8S power amplifiers with Martin Audio DX1 Speaker Processing. A Midas Venice 320 was also used as the console. EVI Audio Japan has installed a Midas XL8 Live Performance System, a Heritage 3000 and a Klark-Teknik Helix EQ system comprising DN9340E dual EQs, DN9344E Quad EQs, and DN9331 Rapide controllers into a new Tokyo commercial and arts complex, the JCB Hall. With a capacity of 3,100 seated around three balcony levels, the new venue—part of the Meets Port business development at Tokyo Dome City—is designed to host events ranging from circuses, musicals, concerts, fashion shows and exhibitions through to sport such as boxing, wrestling and martial arts. The 17,500-seat Jobing.com Arena in Glendale, Arizona recently upgraded its sound reinforcement system with a major commitment to L-ACOUSTICS line arrays, subwoofers and amplifier-processors. The new system comprises a total of 72 dV-DOSC active two-way, 12 dV-SUB and 16 SB28 enclosures, with complete rigging. All of the LACOUSTICS cabinets are powered by a total of 19 L-ACOUSTICS LA8 four-channel/1800W amplified controllers. MACKIE Designs FRS Series Power Amps Mackie has entered the lightweight power amplifier category with its FRS Series — the FRS-1300, FRS-1700 and the FRS-2800. FRS Series amps combine Mackie’s Fast Recovery circuitry with a switching power supply for portable applications. The series includes a 6-segment LED meter per channel, defeatable clip limiter, subsonic filter, and onboard protection circuitry (short, under-impedance, over-current and thermal). The three models feature rated output of 1,300W, 1,660W and 2,800W respectively @ 4 ohms bridged. PRICES: $519 (FRS-1300), $649 (FRS-1700), $769 (FRS-2800) CONTACT: Mackie Designs | ¤ 425-487-4333 · www.mackie.com JBL 8100 Series In-Ceiling Loudspeakers JBL has introduced the new 8100 Series, full-range in-ceiling loudspeakers with high sensitivity, low distortion, and smooth frequency response. The 8100 Series lineup includes two models: the 8124, a four-inch loudspeaker with extremely wide coverage and the 8128, an 8-inch loudspeaker that offers extended bass response and higher SPL output. Both speakers feature high sensitivity for maximum system efficiency and full-range response, making them ideal for small to medium background music systems. Low-saturation transformers with taps as low as 0.75 Watts allow the use of many speakers on 70V/100V distributed loudspeaker system lines. The 8100 Series are “open-back” ceiling speakers with pre-attached dogears, offering an affordable solution for commercial applications that do not require backcans. PRICES: $34 (8124) and $45 (8128) CONTACT: JBL Professional ¤ 818-894-8850 · www.jblpro.com 56 | ProAudio Review | July 2008 Subscribe to the Digital Edition of Pro Audio Review http://www.myparmag.com www.proaudioreview.com http://www.sabine.com http://www.yamahaca.com http://www.mackie.com http://Jobing.com http://www.jblpro.com http://www.proaudioreview.com http://www.myparmag.com

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ProAudio Review - July 2008 Contents Publisher's Page: Inside Broadcast Production Studio News and New Products Steinberg Nuendo 4 Digital Audio Workstation Developments & Trends: Digital Audio Workstation I/O JZ Microphones Black Hole BH-1 Apple Logic Studio Behind The Scenes: JBL Professional – A 60-Year Legacy Broadcast News and New Products WLOY: Real World Facilities For An On-Campus Radio Station Post News and New Products Hot Gear InfoComm 08 Chandler Limited TG1 Abbey Road/EMI Series Limiter/Compressor Live News and New Products Cerwin-Vega! Professional Active Series CVA-28 and CVA-118 Speakers QSC Audio Model GX5 Power Amplifier From The Road: A Week In The Life — Gear Essentials Contracting News and New Products Taming The Driving Factor — Drums UpSampler: sE Instrument Reflection Filter Buyer’s Guide: Live Sound Amplifiers Single Slice: Roger Powell “Fallout Shelter”

ProAudio Review - July 2008

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