Bleeker Group Transforms Warehouse Into Virtual Nightclub
‘’When the Dutch government decided to cancel all events we had to change our approach and strategy as setting up lighting equipment for concerts, shows and events is our core …
Shure Launches New Tech Portal To Provide Streamlined Access For All Technical Product Information
Widely recognized for outstanding customer service and support, Shure continues to focus on improving its customers’ experience and is now introducing the new Shure Tech Portal, an interactive technical resource library developed for systems integrators, dealers, audio engineers, service providers, consultants, and other professional and technically-minded users. The Portal provides fast and direct access to complete product and technical information, document downloads, and resources to support the specification, design, deployment and operation of Shure products across all markets and applications.
The Shure Tech Portal is an intuitive, fully searchable online platform that offers professional users streamlined access to comprehensive Shure product information. With a complete document library for each product, key specifications, global SKU and variant information, software and firmware downloads, imagery, FAQs, and more, Tech Portal users can get all the information they need, all in one place. As soon as a new product is released, changed, or upgraded, the latest information is available in the Portal to be used for bids, training, and support. Users can find information for all Shure product categories and product lines, from microphones, wireless microphone systems, in-ear monitors, conferencing systems and DSPs, to earphones and headphones, and more.
Listen Technologies Names Sam Nord VP of Global Sales
Listen Technologies Corporation, the leading provider of advanced wireless listening solutions for 22 years, has promoted Sam Nord to vice president of global sales. In this role, Nord works with Listen Technologies’ partners to sell the company’s audio and content solutions to their customer bases. He also oversees Listen Technologies’ outside and inside sales teams.
“We’re happy to recognize Sam and promote him to vice president of global sales at Listen Technologies,” said Russ Gentner, CEO of Listen Technologies. “Sam’s enthusiasm, leadership and advocacy for his team, the industry, and our partners and customers, are unparalleled. He and his team have been instrumental in helping Listen Technologies increase its product offerings and expand the application of our solutions.”
Rational Acoustics Launches Two New Online Smaart Training Programs
Rational Acoustics LLC announces the launch of two new series of online Smaart Training programs: Smaart Online Labs and Smaart Operator Fundamentals Live Online.
Smaart Online Labs are in-depth sessions on selected topics that build upon the foundation established from the Smaart Operator Fundamentals course content. Each Lab is a private 2 hour Zoom session including demonstrations, discussion, and Q&A on the chosen topic. The cost is $100 per lab and attendance is limited to 8 attendees to ensure maximum student-teacher interaction.
Waves Audio Announces the FIT Controller for the eMotion LV1 Live Mixer
Waves Audio, the world’s leading developer of professional audio signal processing technologies and leading maker of audio plugins for mixing, music production, mastering, sound design, broadcast, post-production and live sound, announces the Waves FIT Controller for the eMotion LV1 Live Mixer.
FIT is the ultimate hands-on control unit for the Waves eMotion LV1 live software mixer. Developed specifically for the LV1, the FIT controller helps you combine the best of both worlds: the pristine sound quality, unparalleled digital workflow, plugin integration, portability and space-saving small footprint of the eMotion LV1 mixer — together with all the convenience of a robust, feature-rich tactile controller.
EN54-16 Certification for Fixed Install Amps
Powersoft today announced it has gained certification for its amplifiers to be used in Public Address and Voice Alarm (PAVA) systems according to the European EN 54-16 requirements.
The EN 54-16 certification describes the required testing and performance criteria for a Voice Alarm Control and Indication Equipment (VACIE) for use in alarm systems installed in buildings, where the alarm signal is in the form of a tone, or voice message, or both. The certification now covers the extended range of Powersoft’s fixed install dedicated amplifiers, including the Ottocanali, Quattrocanali, Duecanali, as well as the X Series.
The importance of PAVA systems is widely recognized as an effective way to produce a timely reaction in most people when using voice guidance in emergency situations as opposed to the response to text and alarm bell information, which under half of the individuals respond effectively to. The use of clear vocal messages has been shown to greatly increase the response time and provide the opportunity to guide occupants to the safest escape route.
Sweetwater Gears Up for Annual GearFest Event; Announces Plans for 2020 Live-Stream Event
Sweetwater, the world’s leading music technology and instrument retailer, is pleased to present GearFest2020. This year, the world’s biggest celebration of music instruments and pro audio gear is bringing its annual physical event into the comfort of your own home with a completely digital, online experience. The annual event will take place virtually this year on Friday, June 26th and Saturday, June 27th with no registration required.
Featuring guest appearances, workshops, panels, in-depth interviews, and more from some of the biggest names in the music business, fans can experience live music, partake in some of Sweetwater’s biggest music instrument and pro audio gear deals of the year, enter exciting hourly giveaways, and learn directly from world-class musicians and industry leaders without ever leaving the couch. In addition to streamed content, Sweetwater is also producing over 1,500 exclusive “on-demand” videos from over 350 partners that will cover various topics, gear, and real-world applications.
LEA Professional Integrator, TechArts, Bridges the Gap Between Quality, Flexibility and Affordability for Church Sound Amplification
The Bridge is a multicultural and intergenerational church located in Chino, California. Over the last few years, the Church moved to a beautiful new, purpose-built facility, allowing for the build and installation of new systems, including upgrades to their AV and sound equipment.
Being a large church with a range of services and events conducted in English and Spanish, the facility’s systems are of critical importance. With the goal of delivering pleasing, intelligible music and spoken word audio with good coverage, local systems integrator TechArts, installed several sound systems built around network-ready amplifiers from LEA Professional.
The REVELATION II from MXL Microphones
MXL’s reinvented REVELATION II microphone offers the warmth and intimacy of a premium tube microphone, with the versatility of variable pattern tube technology. As the successor to the MXL REVELATION, which is often regarded as the greatest microphone ever produced by MXL, the REVELATION II utilizes the latest design and manufacturing technologies to offer the remarkable clarity and versatility of the classic MXL REVELATION, but at a fraction of the price. Providing rich and transparent sound, the REVELATION II is an ideal solution for capturing pristine vocals and instrumentals in house of worship applications…..
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ARISTA Corporation Announces E-Vocal® ARS-1616S Series Stage Interfaces
ARISTA Corporation, recognized globally as a leading manufacturer of professional audio products, AV extenders, matrix switchers, and related products for the professional audio and AV installation markets, is pleased to announce the E-Vocal ARS-1616S-A00 and ARS-1616S-A10 multiple channel analog input and analog output Dante-equipped stage boxes. These rugged standalone units, the size of a 3U rackmount enclosure, are the ideal solution for connecting as many as 16 analog microphones and other audio sources and then feeding a mixing console via Dante using a single Ethernet cable—dramatically streamlining stage setups for live performers.
The ARS-1616S Series Stage boxes are available in two versions: the ARS-1616S-A10 incorporates -8 dB to 34 dB preamp gain control with Phantom Power while the ARS-1616S-A00 does not and would require a separate preamp. In addition to their ability to convert 16 analog audio sources to a Dante stream, the ARS-1616S Stage boxes can also convert a Dante stream into 16 channels of analog output signals—in other words, the units are designed to transfer 16 audio channels over a Dante network in both directions. Equally notable, two etherCON connectors (Dante Primary/Secondary) are available for redundant operation when using two separate networks. For mission-critical operation requirements, dual AC input and dual PoE power sources are available for redundant operation, thus ensuring the most dependable and reliable functionality.
