Waves Introduces Networkable SoundGrid Studio System
Digital signal processing software and hardware specialists Waves Audio have introduced its Waves SoundGrid Studio System. This new networkable audio processing solution expands the original SoundGrid Audio-over-Ethernet technology and the DiGiGrid range of interfaces, originally developed in cooperation with DiGiCo for live sound applications, now directly for studio applications.
RedSonic Sound Rethinks Portable Speakers for Musicians
RedSonic Sound introduced its new portable speaker concept at the Summer NAMM show 2014 in Nashville. The new speaker features a rounded modular design with tunable ports and is intended to offer musicians a state-of-the art quality audio system at a low cost, creating a true portable solution.
A New Ribbon Microphone from Mesanovic
During the Summer NAMM 2014 show in Nashville, Detroit-based Mesanovic Microphones announced the second design in its line-up of handcrafted ribbon microphones. The Mesanovic Model 2 is a reasonably priced passive ribbon microphone, extending high frequency response well beyond that of most modern designs.
Genelec 1237A and 1238A Three-way Smart Active Monitors Are Shipping
The new Genelec 1237A and 1238A Smart Active Monitors (SAM) are tri-amplified systems featuring AutoCal and GLM technologies and powerful Class D amplification. The 1237A and 1238A monitors feature on-board intelligence to automatically tune the frequency response to compensate for acoustical room influences, as well as achieving perfect alignment of levels and distance compensation at the listening position.
MOTU Introduces Three Thunderbolt Audio Interfaces With AVB Network Connectivity
The new MOTU 1248, 8M and 16A audio interfaces provide Thunderbolt or high-speed USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 3.0), on-board DSP with mixing and effects, supporting a flexible 48-input digital mixer with dynamics modeled from British consoles. The new MOTU audio recording interfaces are also the first to use AVB audio networking for large multichannel configurations.
Phasx Technologies Unveils New Desktop Monitor Concept
Phasx Technologies introduced its new digital audio production systems PX 300 and PX 600 at the Summer NAMM in Nashville. Eight years in development, Phasx promises a brand new digital audio monitoring concept for mastering and production, combining a dedicated hardware DSP monitoring controller with monitors designed to fit comfortably on the desktop around computer workstations.
MXL Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Gold Microphones
MXL Microphones is marking its 20th year with special edition gold and pearl white versions of three of their most popular microphones: the Genesis SE Tube, R144 SE Ribbon, and 2001 SE Condenser. The special edition microphones retain all the characteristics of the original mics of the same names.
Check the Preliminary Technical Program for 137th Audio Engineering Society Convention
AES137 is gearing up to be bigger and better than ever before. The preliminary Technical Program is now online for the 137th Audio Engineering Society Convention, which will take place Thursday, October 9, through Sunday, October 12, 2014, at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California.
PreSonus Notion 5 Takes Cross-Platform Notation to Another Level
The first update since PreSonus acquired Notion Music, Notion 5 fulfills on the promises made in September 2013, continuing to offer new solutions for composers and educators, while leveraging the natural synergies between Notion and PreSonus’ own Studio One DAW. The benefits are clear from the updated technology to the improved user interface.
Wathen Speakers Introduces Cryotone Tubes at Summer NAMM
Wathen Speakers introduced its new Wathen CryoTone Tubes at the Summer NAMM 2014 in Nashville. According to the company, Wathen CryoTone tubes use a cryogenic treatment process that is specifically designed to maximize sonic performance in tubes, expanding its dynamic range, while also increasing its reliability.