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New Distribution Model Provides Dramatic User Savings

Equator Q8 Monitor

San Diego, California February, 2012 …. Equator Audio Research, recognized globally as a leading manufacturer of highly accurate studio reference monitors for mission critical recording applications has announced a new pricing and distribution model for the Q8, digitally-controlled, bi-amplified, coaxial designed reference monitor.

Measuring 13in x 13in x 13in and featuring an 8” woofer coupled with a high-powered 1” compression horn driver, the Q8 delivers the power and accuracy of Equator’s larger Q Series models in a more compact form factor. A two-way active system, the Q8 enclosure is constructed of 13-ply Baltic birch, heavily braced for cabinet rigidity. It features 800w of peak power (400 watts continuous), Max SPL 110 dB, Frequency response of 38Hz-22kHz.

All Equator monitors feature a more

Atlanta, GA (February 3 , 2011) – NASA’s Stennis Space Center (SSC) will always be recognized as the center that tested and proved flight-worthy the rocket engines and boosters that were safely used on the lunar space mission that brought “a giant leap for mankind.” For over forty years, SSC has been involved in testing rocket engines and parts for various missions such as those for the Apollo and Space Shuttle Programs. Having been involved in testing for such a long period, the space center recently began updating much of its rocket engine test equipment, including its video systems. This includes the Apella™ video recording system that NASA acquired from Video Technics, Inc.

The decision was made to move into digital recording where cameras in blast resistant housings film the testing of rockets to provide a record of the more

COS-11D HWM Shines in Shepherd of the Hills Production



Each year, California’s Shepherd of the Hills Church presents “The Passion Play,” a large scale musical reenactment of the life of Jesus Christ. With over 160 cast members, the critically-acclaimed production has become a focal point of activity for one of the nation’s largest non-denominational churches. This year, Sanken’s new COS-11D HWM head worn microphone was tested out on principle performers by Technical Director and Production Designer Jeff Taylor.

“We had access to an early production unit and gave it a try,” remarked Taylor. “We were amazed at the sonic quality, not only for the robust singing, but the speech, as well. Everything just opened up — it sounded as if we were using good handheld ribbon mics.”

Sanken’s new head worn COS-11D HWM utilizes the more

ROCHESTER, New York – Utilizing the Lab X Technologies robust high channel count AVB Audio platform, Avid® has launched the world’s first AVB digital snake for live sound, a key component of the VENUE SC48 Remote System.

““By adding the AVB digital snake to the popular VENUE SC48 console our customers get the sound, performance, and reliability VENUE systems are known for, plus the flexibility to remotely locate I/O wherever the gig demands it,” stated Sheldon Radford, senior product manager of Live Systems and Consoles at Avid. “The Lab X AVB platform perfectly meets our demanding needs for seamless redundancy, low latency, and high channel count over open standards networking.”

““Lab X and Avid are both dedicated to delivering market leading solutions, and with the launch of the Avid VENUE SC48 remote system we have been able to deliver the very first Audio Video Bridging digital stage box more

REEDSBURG, WI, JANUARY 25, 2012 — Sound Devices, makers of production sound and video products for field production, announce the purchase of a new facility for its U.S. headquarters in Reedsburg, WI. The company is expected to relocate and settle into the 27,000-square-foot facility in the first half of 2012, where it will continue to manufacture audio mixers and recorders, and video recorders for feature film, episodic television, documentary, news, and acoustical test and measurement applications.

“This move is part of Sound Devices’ continued commitment to our customers, our community and to the marketplace,” says Jon Tatooles, managing director, Sound Devices. “It gives us the necessary room to grow, and to have all departments, including engineering, manufacturing, and sales, under one (much larger) roof. We look forward to continued success in our new home this year and beyond.”

Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the new facility will enable Sound more

Back for more, MTV3 Finland expands use of Orad’s Interact to its mainstream news programs

Orad is pleased to announce that leading Finnish broadcaster MTV3 is fully interactive with the Orad Interact solution. After successfully utilizing Interact for its 2011 General Elections coverage in April 2011, MTV3 expanded use of the forward-thinking system to its news programs. Orad’s Interact lets television presenters control and direct content on their touch screens, video walls and other input devices, enabling them to better engage their viewers with media-rich visuals.

“We had the first live show with the additional new system on December 14, 2011 in the election panel. Graphics – along with the show overall – was a great success. Everything was created dynamically from the 40,000-line opinion poll result table while our hostess pushed the button. Many of the heated discussions among candidates actually started as their reaction more

Low Price Extended

San Diego, California January, 2012 …. Equator Audio Research recognized globally as a leading manufacturer of highly accurate studio reference monitors for mission critical recording applications has announced the intention to maintain the current $299.99 per pair price on the acclaimed D5 Studio Reference Monitors. As well as the $299 price, Equator will also continue to offer a 60 Day Unconditional Money-Back Guarantee.



The original plan of offering D5 sales through traditional dealer distribution at the January 2012 NAMM show changed when direct online sales quickly grew far beyond the projected sales numbers. Word of mouth spread very fast fueled by an extremely exuberant blogosphere. Gearslutz, Reaper, Studio Central and a host of other Pro Audio blogs have embraced the D5 as the new darlings of the small monitor more

Attendees Get an In Depth Look into PIX Features, Functionality and Workflow

LOS ANGELES, JANUARY 12, 2012 — Sound Devices, experts in production sound and video products for field production, will host a PIX seminar at the Los Angeles Film School’s LAFS Theater on Saturday, February 4 from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The presentation highlights Sound Devices’ new line of portable production video recorders, PIX 220 and PIX 240, and will explore the benefits of using an external recorder to acquire the highest quality picture and sound in the field.

With the increase in popularity of high-performance, portable external video recorders, along with Sound Devices’ recent introduction into this marketplace, the seminar will delve beyond the typical feature lists to highlight applications and usage of the product, from camera to post.

“We are excited to showcase the benefits more

Nashville, TN – January 2012… The “45th Annual CMA Awards” was a star-studded, spectacular event that saw 21-year-old singer / songwriter and all around music phenomenon Taylor Swift walk off with the show’s top award: Entertainer of the Year. But before the actual awards show, there was the “CMA Red Carpet Special” on CMT. The focus here was on capturing comments from the artists as to their perspective on who may win, fashion, and other subjects pertinent to the day’s activities. This ‘lead-in’ show provided considerable insight into the events that were about to unfold and the interviews—from an audio perspective—ran through a brand new Lawo mc²66 MKII production console that resides in MTV Networks’ newest truck: Nereus. more