The Netherlands - Audio-Technica is to showcase its flagship, four-diaphragm AT5040 cardioid condenser microphone alongside an array of conference system and installation microphone products at this year's ISE exhibition at Amsterdam's RAI venue between 29-31 January.

The AT5040 heralded the launch of Audio-Technica's 50 Series in 2012 and has attracted significant interest from press and public alike since its arrival. Every AT5040 is hand-built and inspected for 100% quality control and is housed in an elegant case of aluminium and brass with grey chrome plating for durability and l

UK - Allen & Heath adds to its range of iPad apps with the new GLD digital mixing system controller, GLD Remote, providing a comprehensive suite of mixing controls for remote wireless applications using the iPad or the iPad Mini.

GLD Remote connects to the GLD-80 mixer on a wireless network and gives the user instant access to any of the mixers channel faders and mutes, DCA faders and mutes, image controls, aux sends and assignments as well as channel input and output processing, mic-pre control and full metering. Whereas most other apps on the market offer limited control over the ch

USA - PreSonus reports that the company has licensed Audinate's Dante digital-media networking technology and will incorporate Dante into optional networking cards for several of its new products.

Audinate's patented Dante solution is a combination of software, hardware, and standard TCP/IP protocols designed to transport many channels of high-resolution, uncompressed, low-latency digital media over relatively long distances and to multiple locations, using a standard 100 Mbps or 1 Gb Ethernet network. It is becoming the solution of choice for a variety of professional applications be

USA - With the launch of the DL806 and the first showing of DLM Series powered loudspeakers at Winter NAMM, Mackie "proudly presents a new technology-packed live sound solution - the DL/DLM system".

"With a DL Series mixer and DLM loudspeakers, you have an extremely powerful and portable PA system with a level of innovation unparalleled at the price point," commented John Boudreau, Mackie SVP. "We've invested heavily into technology and it shows. Both products are great on their own, but the combination is truly greater than the sum of its parts. If you are re

The Netherlands - ISE 2013 sees Belgian manufacturer Apex Audio release Hera Mk II, a completely re-engineered version of its Hera sound level controller, bringing with it a new level of accuracy and additional noise control features.

The Apex Hera Mk II is certified to meet the IEC 61672 class 2 Sound Level meter standard. Hera Mk II is the ideal choice when SPL logging is required and conforms to VLAREM, the new Flemish regulations on sound level.

Hera Mk II's features include: a more robust measurement microphone; easy on-site calibration, only requiring a sound calibrator; new l

USA - Studiomaster is unveiling its new Starlight 'artist performance stage sound and lighting cabinet series' at NAMM this week. Billed as a radical new product paradigm, Studiomaster Starlight fully integrates FOH and monitor sound, and stage lighting within a pair of portable trapezoidal PA cabinets. "A world first, introducing totally new standards of versatility, portability and integrated power and control for sound and lighting for live performance, Starlight is being shown to the MI and professional audio community for the very first time," says the company.

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UK - Pro audio sales company, LMC Audio will host two dedicated wireless microphone systems training days provided by Sennheiser UK at its London and Birmingham bases respectively on 5 and 7 February.

The days will follow an interactive format and will provide attendees with an overview of the digital switchover to Channel 38, due to come into force at the end of January, and future spectrum related plans, an overview of wireless systems and how to set them up, as well as basic radio frequency (RF) training, which will cover frequency choices, basics of intermod, programming, wireless

USA - Rycote, the UK-based manufacturer of advanced microphone windshields and suspension systems, has announced a strategic collaboration with Røde Microphones of Australia.

Under the terms of the new arrangement, Røde will be including patented Lyre technology with selected microphones, beginning with the popular VideoMic range, designed for use with camcorders and video-capable DSLRs. All future Røde microphones that include Rycote's technology will be prominently branded 'Rycote Onboard' on their packaging and other marketing materials.

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UK - Digital solutions company DiGiCo has announced Steve Watson, Simon Honywill and Rob Collins as winners of its Olympics UB MADI competition, which it ran during the Games to celebrate the efforts of the engineers involved, without whom the Olympic opening and closing ceremonies would not have been heard.

"As a UK manufacturer, we were delighted to have our consoles on the events, a total of 13 consoles, including eight SD7s, plus 12 SD racks and 13 Purple Boxes, for what was probably the biggest event this country has ever seen," says DiGiCo's managing director, James Go

The Netherlands - Proel will be present at ISE in Amsterdam (Hall 7, Booth T220), where the company will be showing its wide range of pro audio products, commercial and installed sound systems, video and lighting systems and hardware solutions, including a selection of the latest new products: the powered and Core processed AX2010A line array system, the NEOS AXS Series of networkable processed speaker systems, the LNE (Low Noise Emission) speaker systems for fixed installation and the eight-zone voice music matrix system MATRIX88.

MATRIX88 is billed as an audio system that not only p

USA - The New York City Performing Arts Centre recently benefitted from a major renovation programme which has transformed the iconic venue into a premium destination for world-class drama and music performances. The full system audio upgrade was designed by NYCC's Augie J Propersi in association with Scott Lehrer, with acoustic consultancy from Kierkegaard Associates.

Following on-site demos by TiMax distributor Duncan Crundwell of 1602Group LLC, TiMax2 Soundhub was specified as the overall system processor to provide routing, EQ and zone management plus the ground-breaking audio loc

Germany - An increasing number of modern sound reinforcement systems require real-time monitoring of the loudspeaker lines. This is especially true in the context of evacuation systems, in which long loudspeaker circuits comprising many smaller, high-impedance boxes are often required. The Electro-Voice CPS series and Dynacord DSA series multichannel amplifiers already provide 100-volt-line direct drive operation for these types of loudspeaker circuits but in the past supervision of such Hi-Z lines was not practical due to the high impedance characteristics of the load.

The LML-1 (Lou

The Netherlands - Responding to an increasing demand in an evolving marketplace, loudspeaker manufacturer Tannoy is introducing a number of EN 54 compliant variants of its existing commercial install products.

EN 54 is the European Standard for voice alarm and fire alarm system applications, and this announcement will see specific versions of Tannoy's CVS and DVS Series models being made available which are fully tested for compliance with EN 54 standards, for specification in the increasing number of projects that require this.

The new EN 54 versions of the in-ceiling CVS 4 Micro,

USA - At NAMM 2013, Bugera, best known for their handcrafted tube guitar amplifiers, introduced two high-power bass cabinets, the 4 x 10" BN410T and the 1 x 15" BN115T. BUGERA turned to sister company, Turbosound for the powerful custom-engineered low-frequency drivers used in the BN410T and BN115T cabinets.

The BN410T is a high performance, lightweight 1,000-Watt cabinet with four 10" Turbosound LF drivers and a 1" HF horn driver. The BN115T is a 600-Watt cabinet that features a single 15" Turbosound LF driver and 1" horn driver. Professional-grade twist

USA - At the 2013 NAMM Show, Yamaha debuted the latest models in its lineup of STAGEPAS portable PA systems - the STAGEPAS 400i and 600i - successors of the STAGEPAS 300 and 500.

The new STAGEPAS models deliver a significant increase in power output with substantial improvements in sound quality and reliability, says the company. Complementing the boost in performance, the addition of iPod/iPhone connectivity, SPX digital reverbs, an onboard feedback suppressor and more versatile EQ has improved functionality and ease of use, allowing STAGEPAS to meet the demands of a much wider range

UAE - Nicolas Kyvernitis Electronics Enterprises, distributors of Midas and Klark Teknik in the Middle East have recently supplied a Midas PRO1 digital live audio system to Dubai based, Integrated Audio Visual System. The system integrator has provided the console as a complete AV solution to a prestigious new events and convention centre in the Emirate of Sharjah.

"IAV were looking for a powerful and portable yet feasible solution for a new events venue and considered the Pro1," commented Chicco Hiranandani, business development manager at NMK.

He adds, "With the abi

USA - Miley Cyrus performed with Israeli dubstep producer DJ Borgore in front of his Cream Machine built of Chauvet Professional MVP 18 video panels, during a Christmas Creampies Concert at the Fonda Theatre. Made of 65 MVP 18 fixtures, the truck displayed custom-made animations, while Cyrus and Borgore sang Decisions.

A concept of Morgan Lavery, owner of Future Visual, the idea of the Borgore Cream Machine is to make Borgore look like he is driving inside an ice cream truck, equipped with real 30-inch rims that move and spun around on motors. Forty-seven MVP 18 panels cover th

USA - Veteran monitor engineer Michael Prowda spent most of 2012 on tour with a new client, Radiohead. Being a big believer in matching equipment to the specific needs of the artist, he suggested the band consider the Sensaphonics 3D Active Ambient IEM system.

"They are a very talented band, technology-friendly and open to new ideas. At our first meeting in London, I presented the idea of the 3D as something that might be right for them," says Prowda. "They understood the active ambient concept immediately and knew that they wanted it. They were very decisive, embraced

USA - Continuing an ongoing research and development cycle, the new ADA8200 features Midas mic preamps, as well as a host of other new and powerful features.

The ADA8200 is a state-of-the-art, eight-channel A/D and D/A converter with eight onboard Midas-designed mic preamps. Users can connect their favourite mics, including studio-grade condensers thanks to built-in true +48 V power, and record directly to a multi-track or computer-based recorder via the built-in ADAT interface. Digital to analog and analog to digital conversion takes place accurately and instantaneously via reference

Sweden - Wireless Solution Sweden AB has reported its achievements during 2012 and is preparing for "an even stronger future". The company broke its own record with a 50% increase of turnover between 2010 and 2011, and an additional increase between 2011 and 2012, even during a slower economy.

Wireless Solution was nominated the highest ranking of financial strength in 2012 from International Dun & Bradstreet with AAA.

Wireless Solution has invested heavily in a new approval for Russia, being the first company outside Russia that has import approval to Russia as well as an

Denmark - Martin Professional's new M6 is a lighting console that functions as a highly advanced visual control surface. Designed to control everything from conventional and moving lights to the most advanced media server, the M6 has been designed for today's demanding multimedia shows and tomorrow's challenges, says the company.

Incorporating the latest available technologies with an industrial multi-core processor, solid-state drives and custom-designed high-brightness touch screens, the M6 is capable of delivering up to 64 DMX universes directly from the console's network ports wit

The Netherlands - On stand 1P18 in Hall 1 at ISE 2013 in Amsterdam, Meyer Sound will showcase new audio technology that "will transform live events for both listeners and audio professionals".

Meyer Sound's new CAL column array loudspeaker provides precise coverage control and exceptional speech clarity while minimizing unwanted reflections, says the company. Live demonstrations of CAL and its beam steering capabilities will show visitors "the remarkable intelligibility it provides for audiences in stadiums and other acoustically challenging environments".

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Belgium - Allen & Heath has appointed new sales and distribution company, XLR, as its exclusive distributor in Belgium and Luxembourg. A fledgling operation, XLR's team is already well established in the pro audio business as it is owned and run by Louis Lukusa and Jan De Brucker, who previously worked at ASC, Allen & Heath's former distributor for the region.

Louis Lukusa commented, "We are delighted to continue working with A&H, this is a leading brand with a long history of innovative products. We are looking forward to developing a successful business and to ensure customer s

UK - Suppliers to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be able to champion their involvement in last summer's sporting spectacular, after a landmark deal has been reached by the Government, British Olympic Association (BOA) and International Olympic Committee (IOC). The deal will give companies the recognition that they deserve for the part they played in the success of the London Games.

Culture Secretary Maria Miller and BOA Chairman Lord Sebastian Coe announced that the companies which helped build the Park, venues and provided goods and services for the Games will be a

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