Harman Launches New Soundcraft Ui Series Digital Mixers Following Acquisition of SM Pro Audio
Harman confirmed the acquisition of SM Pro Audio, based in Melbourne, Australia. The company was incorporated into the Harman Professional Division as a developer of pro audio and musical instruments (MI). At the 2015 NAMM Show, Harman launched the new Soundcraft Ui Series of remote-controlled digital mixers, featuring an integrated, onboard Wi-Fi router, as previously introduced by SM Pro Audio in April 2014.
Arturia Unveils AudioFuse Advanced Audio Interface at 2015 NAMM Show
As promised back in October 2014, music software and hardware developer Arturia unveiled its new AudioFuse advanced audio interface, which the French company claims sets a new standard in audio quality and workflow for musicians. The introduction was a major highlight for Arturia at the 2015 NAMM Show.
Focusrite Announces Clarett Range of Thunderbolt Interfaces
During the 2015 NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, Focusrite surprised with an expansion of its range of affordable audio interfaces, this time with Thunderbolt connectivity. The new Clarett units are said to be the “fastest Thunderbolt interfaces in the world” by the British manufacturer.
ROLI Announces Gregg Stein to Join as Head of Sales Americas, Launches Ground-Breaking Equator Synth
ROLI, a design-led music technology leader and developer of the award-winning Seaboard GRAND, announced that Gregg Stein will join the ROLI team as Head of Sales, Americas. This follows a breakthrough 2014 which has seen units of their revolutionary new musical instrument that reimagines the piano keyboard as a soft, continuous surface, shipping around the world to customers, and leading artists.
Pioneer Electronics Unveils the HRM-7 Studio Headphones
The new Pioneer HRM-7 headphones incorporate a new HD driver for high-resolution audio sources, and features a “dual chamber” bass reflex enclosure to help produce lower bass response and provide better control for audio accuracy. The new HRM-7, along with new XDJ-RX headphones, previously announced, will be on display at the 2015 NAMM Show, in Anaheim, CA.
Manley Introduces FORCE Mic Preamp at 2015 NAMM Show
Following on the success of their acclaimed CORE reference channel strip, Manley Labs announced the Manley FORCE, a four-channel high voltage vacuum tube microphone preamplifier carrying a retail price of only $2,500 USD.
Audio Precision Version 4.1 Release of APx Test Software Increases Multichannel Input Bandwidth
Audio Precision announced the availability of the latest release, version 4.1, of their powerful APx500 audio test software. The release provides a number of enhancements, including full input bandwidth across all channels for their two-channel (APx555 and APx525) and sixteen-channel (APx586) analyzers, enhanced filter flexibility and increased acoustic response control.
Denon Professional Introduces Completely Wireless Envoi Active Speaker
Denon Professional introduced the Envoi complete wireless sound system, a professional PA speaker for any type of event, from corporate meetings to beachside barbecues, where there is no access to AC power. The 2-way active speaker features a built-in rechargeable battery for up to 12 hours of powerful sound, wireless microphone and a Bluetooth receiver, as well as USB/SD MP3/WMA Player.
Celestion Launches New FTX Range of ‘Common Magnet Motor’ Coaxial Speakers and the CDX07-1075 1-inch Exit Ferrite Compression Driver
New for 2015, Celestion announced the introduction of its new FTX range of common magnet motor coaxial loudspeakers and the launch of the CDX07-1075; a new ¾-inch exit, neodymium magnet compression driver. Both products will be shown at the NAMM 2015.
RØDE Introduces the RØDELink Digital Wireless System, New Ribbon and New Shotgun Microphones
Australian audio company RØDE Microphones has held the largest simultaneous product launch in the company’s history, introducing multiple new products and categories at an exclusive event in San Diego, USA. RØDE introduced the NTR studio ribbon microphone, two innovative shotgun microphones and the RØDELink Digital Wireless System which finally allows the brand to enter the category.