All items tagged with professional audio (450)
Test Bench: A Redesigned DE990TN-8 1.4” Compression Driver from B&C Speakers
June 28, 2017 by Vance Dickason

Test Bench: A Redesigned DE990TN-8 1.4” Compression Driver from B&C Speakers

The compression driver/horn that I received for testing in this edition of Test Bench was the redesigned B&C Speakers DE990TN-8, a 1.4” neodymium motor compression driver with a titanium diaphragm coupled with the ME90 horn. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, September 2016.
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Dynacord Launches New Power Amplifiers for Live Applications and Fixed Installations
June 14, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Dynacord Launches New Power Amplifiers for Live Applications and Fixed Installations

Now available globally, Dynacord's new L Series and C Series power amplifiers feature four models per series in a new industrial design, including tour-grade features and protection circuitry usually found in more expensive amplifiers, as well as high-performance digital signal processing with easy-to-use remote control software.
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Anchor Audio Debuts Battery-Powered, Wireless, Portable Line Array Systems at InfoComm 2017
June 9, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Anchor Audio Debuts Battery-Powered, Wireless, Portable Line Array Systems at InfoComm 2017

Wireless audio is also gaining ground in professional sound reinforcement applications. Anchor Audio has been developing a complete range of solutions based on its AIR technology, which allows to have complete wireless connectivity between PA units. The company's newest arrival to the Anchor AIR product line – the Bigfoot and Beacon AIR – will debut at the 2017 InfoComm International trade show in Orlando, Florida June 14-16.
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B&C Speakers Launches New Large Motor and High Output Coaxial Series CXN88
June 8, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

B&C Speakers Launches New Large Motor and High Output Coaxial Series CXN88

The new B&C Speakers 12CXN88 and 15CXN88 high output coaxial transducers are now shipping. These larger motor alternatives feature a long throw, 88mm (3.5”) voice coil woofer, combined with a 75mm (3”) diaphragm high frequency driver. Both new coaxial drivers offer an excellent balance between HF and LF output, allowing cabinet designers to increase performance without compromise.
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CODA Audio USA Appoints Michael Creason as Technical Director
June 7, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

CODA Audio USA Appoints Michael Creason as Technical Director

CODA Audio USA, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CODA Audio GmbH, will be officially introduced at this year's InfoComm show in Orlando. Headquartered in California and headed up by Managing Director Luke Jenks, the German company has meanwhile announced the appointment of Michael Creason to the position of Technical Director for its newly created United States subsidiary. Creason is a highly skilled audio practitioner, with an extensive experience in the professional audio industry.
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RCF Announces Three New Precision Transducers for Professional Audio Applications
June 2, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

RCF Announces Three New Precision Transducers for Professional Audio Applications

With an extensive range of drivers for professional audio applications, RCF confirmed that it is now shipping its latest range of products featuring advanced technologies and the precise designs that always characterize the Italian brand. The new products include the ND340 high performance neodymium compression driver with an extremely reduced size, the LF18N405 extended low frequency transducer, and LF21N401 high power handling 21" subwoofer.
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Test Bench: B&C Speakers 8NSM64 Closed-Back Midrange
May 17, 2017 by Vance Dickason

Test Bench: B&C Speakers 8NSM64 Closed-Back Midrange

The 8” 8NSM64 is a rather unique new pro sound midrange driver from B&C Speakers. It’s a closed-back midrange! Closed-back midranges are often associated with cheap speakers because by using a frame with no relief holes in the back, you don’t have to build a midrange chamber. In this case, the 8NSM64 is a very high-power handling (500 W continuous) 8” midrange for professional PA applications, with a reasonable volume that can be damped with absorption material. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, July 2016.
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AV Industry Takes Center Stage when InfoComm 2017 Returns to Orlando
May 5, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

AV Industry Takes Center Stage when InfoComm 2017 Returns to Orlando

InfoComm International will return to Orlando June 10-16 (exhibits: June 14-16) for another InfoComm Show with a very strong schedule of conferences, education sessions, and special event partnerships, making it a unique gathering for the AV industry in the United States. Following the momentum last year in Las Vegas, which attracted a record 1,000 exhibitors, including 211 new exhibitors, the organization expects the 2017 edition to continue the positive trend.
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FaitalPRO Expands Range of Pro Audio Coaxial Loudspeakers
April 13, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

FaitalPRO Expands Range of Pro Audio Coaxial Loudspeakers

Apart from several new woofers and compression drivers, Italian pro audio manufacturer FaitalPRO, introduced two new full range coaxial speakers at ProLight+Sound 2017. The new 10HX230 and 12HX230 coaxial drivers stand next to the also recently added 8XH230 8" coaxial model, which expanded the brand's catalogue. FaitalPRO expects these new coaxial configurations to inspire designers to build smaller, lighter, high-quality speakers for stage and touring applications.
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FaitalPRO Announces Two New HF Compression Drivers with Improved Performance and Reduced Weight
April 11, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

FaitalPRO Announces Two New HF Compression Drivers with Improved Performance and Reduced Weight

Always paying attention to the needs of audio manufacturers in an increasingly competitive landscape, FaitalPRO expanded its already extensive range of professional drivers, with two excellent new compression drivers. The two new products announced at Prolight+Sound 2017 implement a ferrite magnet (HF111) and a neodymium magnet (HF142), both offering superior performance and benefits in terms of reduced dimensions and weight.
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