Sound Productions Completes “Cut for a Cause” Fundraiser and Donates Over $10,000 to the Gary Sinise Foundation’s Snowball Express

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Sound Productions (SoundPro) is excited to announce the successful conclusion of this year’s “Cut for a Cause” fundraiser, which collected over $10,000 in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation’s Snowball Express.

Why Snowball Express?
U.S. military members give so much in service to their country, unfortunately sometimes sacrificing their lives – The Gary Sinise Foundation is committed to honoring this ultimate sacrifice. The Snowball Express program serves the families of fallen military heroes so they can build memories in a stress-free, enriching community. Each December, Snowball Express brings together over 1,750 children and their surviving parent/guardian for a five-day retreat. Snowball Express also hosts events throughout the year where these families can deepen friendships in their hometowns.

Focusrite Collaborates with Solid State Logic to Offer System T Console Control of the RedNet MP8R

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Focusrite has taken a major step in interoperability and the integration of third-party devices by collaborating with Solid State Logic (SSL) to offer SSL System T console users the ability to directly control the Focusrite RedNet MP8R remote-controlled mic preamp from the desk.
“The Focusrite RedNet MP8R is one of our highest quality mic pre’s,” says Focusrite Pro product manager Cameron Stevenson. “Its front panel and software control aspects make it very valuable in a live or studio environment where you might want to adjust the gain or set any of the parameters on stage or in studio.” However, when working with a console, says Stevenson, a lot of engineers prefer working from a single platform as opposed to having studio control room or FOH control of the preamp parameters by way of RedNet control on a computer.

“To streamline that workflow,” says Cameron, “we collaborated with SSL to allow the SSL System T console to seamlessly control our RedNet MP8R mic pre and all its parameters directly from the console. This simplifies workflow, allowing engineers to focus on their mix instead of worrying about the technology behind it.” Along with direct console control, a paired SSL system T console can store and recall MP8R parameters with console scenes and showfiles.

DPA Shines a Spotlight on Next-Gen Broadcast Mics

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DPA Microphones is highlighting its latest microphone solutions, designed to meet the growing live production needs of the broadcast and AV markets. As the rapid adoption of live streaming continues to grow in broadcast applications, speech intelligibility remains at the forefront of all productions. In recognition of the changes in the media landscape, DPA recently released important broadcast mic solutions, the 4466 CORE Omnidirectional and 4488 CORE Directional Headset Microphones, and the 4097 Micro Shotgun Microphone and Interview Kit.

“The pandemic has shown us the true importance of being quickly and easily adaptable to a rapidly changing media landscape,” says Anne Berggrein, vice president, marketing, DPA Microphones A/S. “These new offerings are a direct result of the innovation and forward-thinking response to the industry, and we are excited to call attention to the benefits they provide to the broadcast market.”

Focusrite Once Again Offers Hitmaker Expansion Software/Plug-in Bundle, Now Bigger Than Ever

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Hitmaker Expansion is a software/plug-in bundle originally included free with Focusrite Clarett products in the fall of 2020. Now, Hitmaker Expansion is back, featuring more tools for more interface users, including Focusrite Scarlett 3rd Gen, Clarett+, Clarett USB and Red. Focusrite Scarlett has already helped make more records than any other range of interfaces in the world, and now anyone can complete their recording studio with this new suite of plug-ins and software.

Create studio quality vocals, powerful guitars, luscious keys and huge drums, then mix and master with iconic Focusrite studio hardware – all in the box with your Scarlett 3rd Gen, Clarett or Red interface. Get inspired and capture ideas with Softube Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555, Antares Auto-Tune® Access, Brainworx bx_oberhausen and XLN Addictive Keys and Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock Kit. Mix and master with classic studio tools like Relab LX480 Essentials, Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite, Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC and bx_masterdesk.

DiGiCo Names Austin Freshwater as new Managing Director

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Austin Freshwater has been appointed as the next Managing Director of digital audio mixing console specialist, DiGiCo, effective immediately.

The directors of DiGiCo’s parent company, Audiotonix – which also oversees entertainment technology brands Allen & Heath, Calrec, DiGiGrid, Group One Limited, KLANG:technologies, Solid State Logic, and newly-acquired Sound Devices LLC – made this decision, in part, thanks to Freshwater’s unprecedented performance against the unpredictable landscape of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Renkus-Heinz Expands Indonesian Presence with PT. Kairos Multi Jaya to Provide Customers With The Sound Solution

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Renkus-Heinz today announces a new partnership with PT. Kairos Multi Jaya, an Indonesia-based professional audio distributor. The new partnership brings over 65 combined years of experience to more customers in the Indonesian market and provides award-winning sound solutions from Renkus-Heinz.

Based and manufactured in Foothill Ranch, California, Renkus-Heinz boasts a breadth of loudspeaker solutions for installations in a variety of verticals. The Renkus-Heinz portfolio features robust product lines including Dante-enabled self-powered loudspeakers with integrator-friendly features for auditoriums, transit centers, sports venues, house of worship facilities and musical performance venues.

RF Venue Launching Free Training Webinar Series on Getting the Best Possible Performance from Wireless Microphones

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RF Venue, Inc., a global leader in antenna and RF wireless communication products, is launching its RF Expert Training video series, a free weekly 12-part webinar series led by RF Venue Senior Applications Engineer Don Boomer, examining various wireless issues and concepts and the products and techniques that solve problems and optimize wireless system performance. The lectures are brief and concise, lasting approximately five minutes apiece. Attendees will be able to level up their radio frequency (RF) knowledge on their own time with these quick, practical training sessions.

MuxLab Appoints Raviv Kramer as Chief Technology Officer

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We are excited to expand our leadership team and today announce that Raviv Kramer has joined the executive team as Chief Technology Officer. Kramer brings to the team deep technical experience with a background in software engineering as well as a new energy to drive MuxLab into its next phase of growth.

Kramer, a passionate technology enthusiast, brings more than 25 years of experience in the IT and AV industries. With his experience Raviv will continue to help MuxLab in shifting the focus from delivering SKUs to delivering value to its overgrowing customer base. Kramer will work closely with MuxLab’s in-house R&D, engineering, and software teams to help expand the company’s vision.

“I am thrilled and proud to join the MuxLab family. These are exciting times in the dynamic AV industry and I’m certain we will make significant strides to provide users around the world with great tools that will make their lives and work better,” stated Kramer.

DPA Enlightens Audio for Holland’s Petruskerk

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Founded in 1313, Petruskerk van Leens is one of Holland’s oldest churches and home to its famous, recently restored organ, which has been treasured by parishioners for generations. Once churchgoers were faced with stay-at-home orders due to COVID-19, the church decided to introduce live streaming services to bring mass, and their beloved organ’s music, into the homes of the parish. To help the church design its AV set-up, it called on Bart Hof, owner of HOF AV. Based on his previous use of the mics in live music applications, Hof recommended DPA Microphones to support the audio needs of the church.

“In my opinion, when it comes to the equipment, the simpler and more straightforward way that you approach music is actually the best way to handle audio in a natural way,” Bart explains. “With DPA mics, it’s just a matter of connecting it, and you get this natural sound with no compromise at all.”

Roland Announces JX-08 and JD-08 Sound Modules

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Roland announces the JX-08 and JD-08 Sound Modules, the latest additions to the award-winning Roland Boutique lineup of compact electronic instruments. The JX-08 offers a scaled-down recreation of the JX-8P, one of the last analog synthesizers produced by Roland in the 1980s and a highly sought-after piece for vintage synth fans. The JD-08 is a compact reproduction of Roland’s JD-800 synthesizer, an influential digital instrument from the early 1990s loved for its complex, gleaming sound and comprehensive hands-on control.

In 1985, Roland’s innovative JX-8P took hybrid keyboard design to the next level, fusing analog synthesis with precision digital control. Top session players instantly embraced its compelling new voice, forever embedding the instrument’s warm pads, shimmery chorus, and crystalline textures into the most popular songs of the era. The JX-08 reintroduces the unique sounds of the JX-8P in stunning detail, coupled with powerful new effects, a polyphonic sequencer, and more.