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SOUND & STAGE DJ TECHNOLOGY EXPO PROMOTION

INSTALL STORY 2019 PALM AV-ICNx Bose Professional hits the right notes POST SHOW with a subliminal sound experience at REPORT + The Piano Project, Indore VISION 2020 BROCHURE with this issue

9th edition

Touchwood Automations invigorates Pune’s party scene with CINCO

KNOW THE WINNERS

Product Focus: MIXING CONSOLES Regular INSTALL SPEAKERS Feature in every issue Theme: INSTALL JULY - AUGUST 2019

notefrom Content Anchor Smita Rai PALM + AV-ICNx Expo strikes the right chords

The 19th PALM expo rocked like never before. India’s mega convention of the pro light + sound and AV industry once again flocked to experience the latest and finest technology on display. The show covered 11 halls across the venue, encompassing exhibits, demos and experiential events, spread acrossover 27,000 sqm., and hosted 325 exhibitors, with total footfall across the three days reached a staggering 30,949 of which 23,241 were unique visitors.

The expo scaled new heights with an expansion into a dedicated exhibition on AV integrated systems - AV-ICNx Expo 2019 was launched in Hall 3 along with the 19th edition of the PALM Expo. One could feel energy of the industry at the largest show ever, with so much vigour and pride in producing large well-designed booths with a range of equipment on display.

The July-August issue is the annual PALM post-show review issue, however, this time we decided to do things a little differently. The report on the recently concluded PALM AV-ICNx Expo 2019 has been compiled into a separate brochure accompanying the main PT magazine. This brochure has all the juice, replete with information on products on the floor, conferences and other highlight features, as well as trade and visitor analysis of the 23,241 participants withsuccinct pie charts and graphs of 19th PALM-AV-ICNx Expo.

The fact that the show has visibly grown, was reflected in the growing number of new exhibitors as also the floor space occupied by all the exhibitors. Lighting accounted for 17%, Stage Sound accounted for 35%, Install Sound for 26%, AV ac- counted for 15% and Studio/Audio Recording & Production for 7% of all exhibits.

One of the pleasures of being at the PALM expo is meeting new, determined young companies whose fortunes looks certain to rise and there were plenty on the show floor as well as at the indoor line array demo.

The mantra today is ‘Make in India’. High technology is the first signal for most sound and light products proliferating and rocking the business today. This was evident on the show floor, as among a plethora of ‘Made in India’ products, was also pro Fighting for industry rights and business at PALM Summit 2019 (from L-R) Smita Rai, audio giant YAMAHA Corporation adding a new dimension to Milind Raorane, Mohamed Morani, Pramod Chandorkar, Sushma Gaikwad and Anil Chopra. their hall with ‘Made-in-India products. YAMAHA launched its first Made in India product - the PSR-I500 keyboard, onday one of the PALM expo. This launch event was attended and covered by over 30 media publication houses. YAMAHA Corporation of Japan has opened its first factory in India with a view to make it an export hub eventually. The first phase involved an investment of 380 crores, with the company producing portable keyboards, to be followed by acoustic guitars and pro-audio speakers.

The statistics in the pie charts and graphs also throw light on the burgeoning live music industry and install sound industry in India. Production pros and Systems Integrators today are, if anything, more practical about the equipment they buy or use. Now that the festival season is well and truly upon us, you will get reports of rental companies stocking up inventories with latest and state-of-the-art. Log on to www.palmtechnology.in for all the dope.

While we are on the subject of Live stage rental business, Chinese smartphone manufacturer OnePlus is hosting a music festival in India this year. OnePlus will be organising a huge music concert in Mumbai in November 2019 and the upcoming music festival is expected to host several international as well as local music artists. The live events sector grows with each circle of new event organizers. As number of events grow and diversify, so too does rental audio inventory.

PALM is the protector fighting for industry rights and business The most vicious impediment in the current atmosphere remains – live music entertainment being banned for crossing both time and noise limits. PALM Sound & Light Conference Summit played a leadership role bringing a panel discussion on Noise Pollution Control Killing Music. Milind Raorane, Electro Acous- tic Engineer, Pramod Chandorkar, FOH Engineer, Sushma Gaikwad and Mohamed Morani, event organisers were the esteemed speakers who imparted knowl- edge on noise and decibel levels at live stage events. Discussions put in perspective - woes of small sound rental companies unable to survive activists’ and pseudo objections against any kind of music entertainment as being noise.

Anil Chopra, Director of the PALM Expo & Conference and Chief Editor of this magazine, despite desertions from industry associations was determined this session sends out a loud shout on protecting rental companies’ business; announced that session will be a permanent fixture at the PALM Summit every year, and the White paper transcript of the entire session will be used by industry to find a resolution. Download to learn panel’s hard work and PALM’s standing strong in supporting pro sound industry: http://palmtechnology.in/Noise_Pollution_Control_Killing_Music.aspx

Making the situation worse for stage sound and light business is few shows and fewer venues. Announcement by the Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL) to make Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) the first airport in India to host a world-class concert arena within its premises is more than welcomenews.

PALM Sound & Light Awards [PSLA] recognition to those behind the stage, in its 9th consecutive edition has grown stature and global attention. World’s leading Pro audio and lighting companies acknowledge PSL Awards. “PALM Sound & Light Awards – Know the Winners” will feature in PT mag as providing readers an insight to winners’ achievements which marked their growth trajectory, that brought them on the PSL Awards stage. Turn to pg52 and pg58.

PT focuses on Install sound in this issue, so while we are busy trying to get material and information, some companies respond immediately while most other ask for extensions and / or cite concerns about Non-Disclosure Bonds. Those who painstakingly sent information naturally get featured. Read how Bose Professional Hits the Right Notes at The Piano Project, Indore pg56. and Touchwood Automations Invigorated Pune’s Party Scene with CINCO pg45.

Our next issue [Sept-Oct] focus is on Lighting. The year-end issue [Nov-Dec] focuses on DJ gear. Six focus issues bi-monthly!! To guide the market product segment wise. Attempt is to highlight products and technologies in each segment.

Before signing off, a big shout-out to Warren Dsouza for the recently concluded Monitor Mixing Summit 2019 by EvenTech Academy, an initiative by JulySOUND.COM, - August which 2019 witnessed enthusiastic participation from the live sound industry04 in India as 190 delegates from across India congregated in Mumbai. Report on pg26. Stay tuned for more on this in the Sept-Oct 2019 issue.

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CONTENT CHIEF Anil Shiv Raj Chopra [email protected]

CONTENT ANCHOR 52 PALM Sound & Light Awards – Know the Winners will feature in PT as a regular feature. Smita Rai Top: Team Ahuja receiving the award for MAJOR AUDIO BRAND DISTRIBUTION NETWORK [email protected] Below: Mukesh Panjwani receives his trophy for LIFETIME CONTRIBUTION TO THE PRO AUDIO INDUSTRY Mob: +91 98209 43398

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WEB DEVELOPER Dimple Shah [email protected] 58 Amol Kanchawade [email protected]

DISTRIBUTION Vaishali Teli Features [email protected] 04 A Note from the Content Anchor 19th PALM and 1st AV-ICNx Expo 2019 strikes the rights chords CONTENT PRODUCTION & RESPONSE OFFICE 45 Install Story: PALM TECHNOLOGY Touchwood Automations invigorates Pune’s party scene with CINCO 530, Laxmi Plaza, 5th Floor, Product Focus Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link Road, 48 Spotlight on mixing consoles popular in India’s entertainment venues Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 053. T: +91 22 4286 3900 50 Company Profile PALM Technology in Conversation with Tim Maier of Harmonic Design PRINTED BY 52 PALM SOUND & LIGHT - KNOW THE WINNERS ABEC Exhibitions & Conferences Pvt. Ltd. Ahuja Radios - Major Audio Brand Distribution Network 530, Laxmi Plaza, 5th Floor, Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link Road, 56 Install Story: Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 053. Bose Professional hits the right notes with a subliminal sound experience at The Piano Project, Indore

PALM SOUND & LIGHT - KNOW THE WINNERS Printed at: 58 Mukesh Panjwani, MX MDR Technologies Ltd. - Lifetime Contribution to the Pro Audio Industry M/s. Dhote Offset Technokrafts Pvt. Ltd. 2nd Floor, Paramount Etstate, Plot No-5a, 70 Products Focus Off Aarey Road, Near Kotkar Estate, Spotlight on install speakers launched in 2018-2019 Dindoshi Village, Goregaon (E), Mumbai-400063 CONTENTS July - August 2019 06

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News Sound & Stage 10 Tim Maier of Harmonic Design Avision Mumbai purchased Adamson speakers; Allen & Heath remote audio expanders; Adam Audio Joins Focusrite group; Martin Audio Blacklinex 50 Powered speakers; SSL v4.9 Console release; QSC firmware v2.0 update; LEA partners with Vardhaman Megatech Pvt. Ltd.; Acoustic arts invest in Adamson S-Series; Coda compact 2-way point source system; NJSM hits century with d&b inventory; Martin Audio ads WPS; Martin Audio real-time tracking and WPS; Stage Tec IP console Avatus; Studiomaster Professional XR 80ll; Yamaha Stagepas 1k; Dynacord Sonicue sound sys- Columns tem software; dbTechnologies sales manager for India; Circle PAVE Global Solutions LLP; Adamson IS-Series. 44 Sound Impression All that goes into enhancing a live stage performance: Vipin Pungalia talks about the importance of identifying right tools to make any performance memorable 30 Audiovisual Yamaha video and audio product partnership with Huddly; LEA connect series; Meyer Sound Galileo Galaxy; Audiocenter EA5 series; Community 54 Stage Sound & Tech The Art, Science & Psychology of Monitor Mixing: Warren two major product lines launch; Beta three’s DT series professional power D’souza elaborates on the crucial role of the Monitor Engineer amplifier & TLA121-11 line array speakers; Alto Professional Uber Fx portable PA system; Pioneer Pro Audio’s CM-C54T and CM-C56T Ceiling Loudspeakers; d&b Audiotechnik A-series; Powersoft SW Indian distribu- 72 The Bright Spark tor; Next-Proaudio PXA8001; Yamaha PC series; Studiomaster Professional Think Guys: Viraf Pocha talks about technology advancement Mini Series. and his experience with PALM Expo

60 Audio and Music Production Lewitt LCT series microphone models; iZotope neutron 3; KRK Systems Audio tools app; Focusrite third-generation Scarlett USB-C audio interfaces; Wolfgang Fraissinet leaves Georg Neumann GmbH; Abbey Road Studio 3 Plug-in by Waves Audio and Abbey Road Studios; Avid Audio Control Surface Portfolio; Audient Nero desktop monitor controller; Presonus Eris XT monitors; Waves Audio Bass Fingers Plug-in; Icon Pro Audio Nano Paltform; Speaker Isolation by Isoacoustics; Famous Working Company built Co-working space in Mumbai.

74 Lighting ADJ Saber series 6-Head Pinspot Fixture; Vari-liteVL6500 Wash; Prolyft and Natura Rigtech; Ayrton Perseo-S IP65 rated Profile Fixture; ETC MK2 DMX gateways; Elation Proteus & Smarty; Focus Series bright beam Fixture; Melos Systems segment of short truss segments.

77 DJ Technology Numark Scratch mixer with Pro features; Reloop Portable Spin; Serato Studio Beatmaking software for DJs.

70 Product Focus: Spotlight on recent install speakers

July - August 2019 08 Sonotone 102, Savoy Chambers, Above Mini Cooper, Linking Road Opp. Masjid, Santacruz (West), Mumbai 400054, India ADAMSON Tel: +91-22-66439999, Fax: +91-22-66439900 Email: [email protected], Website: www.sonotone.in OLITE Sound & Stage

AVISION MUMBAI JOINS ADAMSON WITH S-SERIES INVESTMENT

Mumbai’s Avision has bolstered from Avision. “The S10 is a great- its audio inventory with an sounding audio system that allows us investment in S-Series loudspeakers to differentiate from the competition,” from Adamson to better serve says Prashant Sakalkar of Avision. its wide and diverse customer Karan Nagpal, managing director base. Avision’s new S-Series of Sonotone says, “Avision is known package includes eight S10 full for delivering turnkey solutions to range line array cabinets and six their clients and we’re elated to complementing S119 subwoofers count them as a great partner for with two Lab. Gruppen PLM20K44 the Adamson brand.” Eshdeep Bhasin, amplifiers. director of LBT Electronics adds, “Adamson Systems is reputed “We’re looking forward to supporting all over the world and they boast them as they continue to grow their an excellent set of products. business with their newly-acquired We’re proud to join the Adamson Adamson inventory.” network,” comments Mahesh Martal

Karan Nagpal, Sonotone; Ben Millson, Adamson Systems Engineering; Esdeep Singh, LBT Electronics with Mahesh Martal and Prashant Sakalkar from Avision

ALLEN & HEATH GO ‘EVERYTHING I/O’ WITH NEW REMOTE AUDIO EXPANDERS

Allen & Heath continues to expand GX4816 unlocks new I/O possibilities SQ or dLive systems. With flexible systems can also be facilitated by the its ‘Everything I/O’ ecosystem with with 2 DX ports provided for further switching, its 12 XLR outputs are DX Hub expander. the addition of two new remote expansion or connection to a ME configurable as 12 analogue, 8 “Convenience is key”, comments audio expanders, the GX4816 and the personal mixing system. analogue + 4 stereo AES, or 4 Allen & Heath’s Head of Product, DX012. Perfect for feeding IEMs and analogue + 8 stereo AES outputs. A Nic Beretta. “Many of our customers Addressing customer demands amplifier racks, the DX012 is a1U second DX012, DX168 or DX164-W have been asking for an all-in-one, 48 for a high-channel-count remote output expander, once again for can be cascaded to the unit. input packages to reduce complexity Alternatively, a redundant connection and cabling on stage. The GX4816 can be made to compatible does that and is also a bridge to our hardware. ME personal mixing system. Similarly, The new units add to an already the DX012 allows users and installers extensive array of I/O options, to deploy outputs precisely where including the 48kHz AR2412, AR84 needed, for example side stage, and AB168 audio racks for Qu and feeding amp racks or IEM transmitters SQ digital mixers; the modular DX32 while minimizing analogue runs.” rack, the portable DX168 and the “While our mixers tend to hog the wall-mount DX164-W for SQ and spotlight, our commitment to meeting dLive systems; and the recently a diverse range of I/O requirements introduced, Dante enabled DT168 is proving a real success with our and DT164-W. Larger users,” adds Rob Clark, Allen & Heath’s Managing Director. “From owner/ expander, the 96kHz operators who need compact, flexible GX4816 is a central solutions, through to rental companies hub for all stage I/O, who value our approach to common with a single cable I/O across our product ranges and our link to SQ or dLive systems. strong Dante integration, we’re looking Featuring 48 dLive mic preamps forward to bringing further innovations and 16 XLR outputs in a 4U chassis, to this market.”

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Sound & Stage QSC’S FIRMWARE V2.0 UPDATE FOR ITS ACCLAIMED TOUCHMIX-30 PRO DIGITAL MIXER

QSC, LLC’s has announced new surfaces) firmware v2.0 update to its highly • 28 New Instruments Presets (Cajon, acclaimed TouchMix-30 Pro compact Accordion, Harmonica, Ukulele, digital mixer. Reportedly, quickly Cello, Clarinet, various Percussions becoming the new standard for and more) performance in a compact digital • CP Series Compact Powered mixer, the TouchMix-30 Pro with Loudspeakers Presets available firmware v2.0 is now further satisfies directly in the mixer as well as the needs of the most demanding CP8 and CP12 loudspeakers’ input professionals with a comprehensive gain settings recommendations list of the most-requested feature “Listening and responding to the enhancements including: needs of our customers has always • New Custom Fader Banks been a priority for QSC” states Jon function supporting three fader Graves, QSC Mixer Product Manager. Perfect for production professionals, Wizards, two independent 24- banks assignment, each for eight “Already proven as an incredible musicians and bands as well as live channels Automatic Microphone channels, that are saved as part of tool to help users achieve great performance venues, the TouchMix-30 Mixers, two real-time analyzers (RTA), a Mixer Scene results, with this new firmware, the Pro’s 32 mixing channels (24 Mic/Line, patch matrix, 32-channel direct- to- • Capability to interface with third- TouchMix-30 Pro is now far and away 6 Line, Stereo USB) and 16 outputs external-drive recording and DAW party external control surfaces with the absolute best-in-class small format offer tremendous signal management interface with MacOS and Windows motorized faders (QSC has verified digital mixer on the market today. flexibility for a wide range of computers make the TouchMix-30 operation with iCon Platform M+, We’re really proud of the effort and applications. Advanced features such Pro equally competent as both a Behringer XTouch Compact and know our customers will appreciate as Class-A microphone preamplifiers, professional live sound or recording PreSonus FaderPort 8 control the new functionalities.” Anti-Feedback and Room Tuning system.

LEA PARTNERS WITH VARDHAMAN MEGATECH PVT. LTD. IN INDIA

July 23, 2019. — Vardhaman Augsburger, Founder and Chief powerful solutions to drive large-scale amplifier technology, cloud Megatech Pvt. Ltd. is pleased Executive Officer and its ranks include installations. connectivity and professional-grade to announce its appointment as some of the most prodigious and LEA Professional will join VMT’s build and aesthetics. In doing so LEA Professional’s distributor for successful engineers and executives in enterprise division, VMT Enterprise, we enable enterprises to leap- India. Vardhaman has extensive pro audio. serving projects and installations. frog dated legacy offerings and experience of the Indian Having recently enjoyed a highly “At VMT Enterprise, we are always quickly and easily capitalize on professional audio and systems successful InfoComm Show in the looking to bring better technology to our new, scalable platform for better performance and a better experience! Sushil John, Dinesh Mandot and the VMT Enterprise team understand our vision, share our passion and are similarly committed to serving enterprise customers in India with the very best that audio and IT technology can offer!” Commenting on the partnership, David McKinney, Founder and CEO, Generation AV, LEA Professional’s Asia Pacific representative said, “The pairing of LEA Professional with VMT Enterprise is strategic and I am confident will yield a Vardhaman Megatech team with LEA Professional strong dividend for all parties — not least the systems integrator integration markets and has a United States where the company our network partners and ultimately and end-user communities in proven team that specifically caters explained its vision, showcased its our end users. LEA has an amazing India!” to each of the retail, enterprise technology and won several awards, line up of future-ready products and “LEA’s technology, future plan and distribution segments. LEA Professional will introduce a we’re very excited to be partnering and products are extremely LEA Professional, based in series of new amplifiers in the with them” said Sushil John, Executive exciting. It’s at par with our Northern Indiana — a traditional coming months that exemplify the Director - APAC, VMT Enterprise. motto of providing the best in hub of audio innovation — has commitment to power, performance, Echoing this sentiment, Blake technology to music. We look quickly evolved from a startup advanced connectivity and bold Augsburger, Founder and Chief forward to what the future to a significant player in the compelling design. This includes Executive Officer of LEA Professional, brings and working together” global professional audio and the Connect Series of high-power noted “LEA Professional empowers said Sandeep Mandot, Managing systems integration markets. The amplifiers for designed to provide audio professionals with a unique Director, Vardhaman Megatech Pvt. organization is helmed by Blake system designers and integrators with and compelling coupling of advanced Ltd.

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NJSM‘S D&B INVENTORY HITS A CENTURY

Mumbai Based professional audio Audiotechnik V series tops with 16 over 100 boxes from the d&b family. One of the major reasons behind rental company - NJSM has become B22 Subs and 12 T Series tops with NJSM founded by Nixon almost the growth of the company one of the biggest holders of the 4 V Subs, taking the total inventory two decades ago has today grown includes the ownership of d&b d&b Audiotechnik systems V series to 48 V Series tops, 28 B22 Subs 8 rapidly from when it first started - audiotechnik boxes, which really boxes in India, by acquiring an V Subs and 12 T Series tops. The manufacturing speaker boxes, mainly accelerated the NJSM growth in the additional 24 boxes of the d&b company’s inventory now boasts of for churches in and around Mumbai. Indian rental market. The company received their first shipment of 12 tops of d&b V series with dual subs and 4 single subs in December of 2016, facilitated by d&b’s official distributors in India - Ansata. Further in 2017, NJSM needed 40 d&b V series boxes due to some impressive project on the horizon, but the box count at that time stood at 12 boxes. That’s when NJSM decided to add another 12 tops. They also invested in another 8 dual subs. Just one gig had grown their inventory from 12 to 24 tops. On the strength of this newly acquired d&b Audiotechnik V series rig, NJSM successfully delivered outstanding audio support for shows like Sunburn by Percept’s KSHMR and KYGO tours for their Kolkata and Mumbai chapters respectively in 2017 and 2018 kicked off with Nucleya in Belgaum and Amit Trivedi in Mumbai. NJSM Pro team with 24 more d&b audiotechnik V Series tops with 16B22 subs and 12 T Series tops

MARTIN AUDIO ADDS WPS TO WAVEFRONT PRECISION LINE ARRAY SERIES

Designed to set a new benchmark sound reinforcement and installations for 8” line arrays, Martin Audio has in theatres, concert halls, and Houses announced WPS, the fourth model of Worship. Return-on-investment in the Wavefront Precision optimized within a rental company’s inventory line array series. is maximized by also deploying WPS Dom Harter, Managing Director, arrays as front-fill, delay, or side-hang explains: “Simply put the more support for larger Wavefront Precision enclosures with dedicated amplifier systems. channels, the higher the resolution, WPS is a passive 3-way system, and scale of coverage and control is which integrates a high density achievable. This means even at the of drive units in a very compact lowest level of resolution the results enclosure. It features 2 x 8” LF drivers, are still fundamentally better than 4 x 4” midrange drivers and 4 x 1” traditional line array, at no extra cost, exit HF compression drivers loaded by and at the top end of resolution a moulded HF horn which occupies users can enjoy many of the benefits the full width of the enclosure — that MLA systems provide.” defining the 100° horizontal constant The 8” LF drivers are set back That’s why we have more drivers in Following the introductions of WPL directivity coverage pattern of both behind the walls of the HF horn, WPS than anything else we believe (12” LF), WPC (10” LF) and WPM (6.5” the HF and midrange sections. with a small volume of air in front of in its class, with spacing, waveguide LF), WPS (8” LF) is the fourth in the The 4” midrange drivers are each driver increasing the output at and crossover point engineered to series and is a versatile, state-of-the- compression-loaded to raise efficiency the upper end of its operating range. deliver in particular optimum HF art line array with a peak SPL of and enter the horn walls via annular The LF exit apertures are spaced performance with exemplary mid and 133dB and perfect for applications slots close to the HF throat to sum apart horizontally to provide useful LF high frequency pattern control, even that require a high output array with effectively with the HF wavefront. horizontal pattern control. at higher SPL.” reduced weight and footprint. In the HF section, four 1” exit Harter adds, “With WPS this was a For extended low frequency Designed with Martin Audio’s compression drivers deliver pristine ground up product development. We performance, WPS is designed to be signature coverage, consistency, and high frequency sound without the wanted to overcome the deficiencies partnered with the SXC118 cardioid sound performance, the flexibility of harshness and distortion associated and compromises of other 8” line subwoofer and its flyable variant, WPS makes it an ideal system for live with larger format devices. arrays available on the market today. SXCF118.

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REMOVING BARRIERS TO CREATIVITY, ADAM AUDIO JOINS FOCUSRITE GROUP

The Focusrite Group, which frustrate artists seeking to record and Audio is undeniably a leader in the We need to ensure they receive comprises the Focusrite, Focusrite reveal their true sound.” Importantly, field of electroacoustics. The A7Xs all the support they require to Pro, Novation and Ampify Music the Focusrite Group has stated that and S3s have become standards in continue raising the sonic bar. That brands has announced the initial focus is squarely on ensuring recording spaces across the globe. our two companies are so aligned acquisition of leading studio ADAM Audio has all the necessary Even so, I know the team have no from a cultural perspective reassures monitor company, ADAM Audio freedom and autonomy to continue interest in resting on their laurels. me that, as we increasingly work GmbH of Berlin, Germany. together, great things will happen. This is the first acquisition for The With so much expertise between Focusrite Group since going public us in acoustics, sound reproduction, in 2014; a clear demonstration of DSP, Audio-over-IP and control, the their careful consideration around opportunities are abundant to refine which brands should join in the recording and production workflows Group’s mission to ‘Remove Barriers together.” to Creativity’. As Focusrite Founder ADAM Audio will continue to and Chairman Phil Dudderidge operate out of their main offices comments: “I am delighted that we in Berlin, Germany, under the have an important new addition leadership of Christian Hellinger, to our family of brands. For the who comments: “What a perfect Focusrite Group, the creation and beginning for the next chapter of recording of music is everything. our great company’s story. I’m so With a vision to create the proud of what the ADAM Audio most holistic creative experience team has achieved over the past for recording professionals and Tim Carroll, CEO of the Focusrite Group with Christian Hellinger, CEO ADAM 20 years, and can’t wait to see musicians alike, choosing the right Audio GmbH what we’ll achieve together with high-precision studio monitor brand the Focusrite Group in our 3rd is key. Together with ADAM Audio their lifetime story of technological admits, it will be hard to contain decade of creating future-oriented we can achieve so much more, innovations. However, as Tim the excitement in both companies innovative professional monitoring removing the technical barriers that Carroll, CEO of the Focusrite Group to start innovating together: “ADAM and loudspeaker technologies.”

MARTIN AUDIO ADDS POWER TO FASTEST-SELLING PORTABLE RANGE WITH BLACKLINEX POWERED

Designed to set a new benchmark amplifier technologies to achieve the offers optional become the fastest selling for full-bandwidth, high definition clarity, precision and richness of tone Bluetooth control, portable series the company portable audio at a user-friendly price that audio professionals will recognise streaming and has ever launched and a point, Martin Audio has announced as uniquely Martin Audio. The a built-in three significant contributing factor BlacklineX Powered, bringing new range’s debut – spurred by customer channel mixer, active options to the award-winning demand – follows the international placing increased BlacklineX family. success of the passive BlacklineX flexibility and Comprising the 12-inch XP12 and Series of portable enclosures – now features 15-inch XP15 full range enclosures officially the fastest-selling portable within easy plus the compact but powerful 18- series in Martin Audio’s 48-year reach of inch XP118 subwoofer, BlacklineX history, reportedly. every user Powered integrates acoustic, DSP and In addition, BlacklineX Powered – from live venues, DJs and corporate SSL GOES LIVE WITH V4.9 CONSOLE events to permanent RELEASE installs, particularly SSL has announced their latest Live houses of V4.9 console and SOLSA software. worship. Users will also recognise in Martin Audio’s rapid success over This release includes a host of the road-ready construction, quick the last three years. The introduction feature updates and performance set-up and adaptability of this range of a self-powered series makes enhancements including the addition developed by one of pro audio’s perfect sense and by leveraging of new Patch Manager for importing founding brands. our engineers’ expertise in acoustic, and exporting input patches, Talkback “BlacklineX was the first series the DSP and amplifier technologies, we Groups, speed enhancements team developed and launched after have crafted a very forward-looking for Scene recalls and Routing other workflow and functionality I became Managing Director,” recalls portable range with a classic Martin page navigation, plus numerous improvements. Martin Audio MD, Dom Harter. “It’s Audio sound.”

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Sound & Stage MARTIN AUDIO DEBUTS REAL TIME TRACKING AND WPS

Martin Audio has launched its latest technologies to achieve the clarity, supported by four of the new performance and value for money Wavefront Precision optimised line precision and richness of tone that SXC118cardioid subwoofers. that our BlacklineX Powered series array, WPS, as well the integration audio professionals will recognise as Summing up, Managing Director of represents. Finally, our thanks to of BlackTrax real time tracking for uniquely Martin Audio. Martin Audio, Dom Harter said, “Once BlackTrax for their support in real-time its immersive audio experience, 3-D In addition, BlacklineX Powered again, we triumphed in the demo tracking which enabled a richer, more Sound Adventures. offers optional Bluetooth control, Up first in the demo room was streaming and a built-in 3-channel the debut integration between Martin mixer, placing increased flexibility Audio’s immersive Sound Adventures and features within easy reach of and the renowned BlackTrax real- every user via iPad or iPhone––from time tracking technology. Based on live venues, DJs and corporate a ground-breaking new algorithm, events to permanent installs, which seamlessly converts Real-Time particularly houses of worship. Tracking Protocol (RTTrP) signals As a finale, the latest in the best- to Open Sound Control (OSC) selling Wavefront Precision series commands, the BlackTrax integration was unveiled. WPS is a passive showcased how performers could be 3-way system which integrates tracked seamlessly with both lighting a high density of drive units and localised audio for a truer, more in a very compact enclosure. It impactful AV experience. features 2 x 8” LF drivers, 4 x 4” This was followed by the US midrange drivers and 4 x 1” exit premiere of the latest powered point HF compression drivers loaded by source series, BlacklineX Powered. a moulded HF horn which occupies Including the 12-inch XP12 and 15- the full width of the enclosure–– inch XP15 full range enclosures plus defining the 100° horizontal constant room. It was fantastic to premiere impactful presentation and gave an the compact but powerful 18-inch directivity coverage pattern of both the fourth product in our optimised insight into to what our immersive XP118 subwoofer, BlacklineX Powered the HF and midrange sections. line array series with WPS and I think Sound Adventures solution can offer integrates acoustic, DSP and amplifier Eight WPS a side graced the stage we surprised many people with the to a production team.”

STAGE TEC LAUNCHES IP CONSOLE AVATUS

The color coding of the channel depth, Avatus also has space in Stage Tec’s mixing technology and parameters guides the user intuitively smaller rooms and offers a clear preserves proven concepts - making and self-explanatory through the view of what is happening on the it an ideal compromise between functions of the mixer. Each stage. With the remote control via Aurus, which has been tried and multitouch display can be used an integrated browser application, tested for many years, and a to control parameters the user has an additional tool, for tablet. “The IP console is backwards of the audio example for setting up loudspeakers compatible and allows even long- channels on or in front of the stage or to term customers to migrate from in accompany the rehearsals directly legacy systems to Avatus without from the auditorium. The sacrificing the proven audio quality,” most important said Stage Manager Tec’s Rene parameters of Harder, who is responsible for Avatus can be innovation management. “Due to achieved in the the flexible design of the interface Stage Tec’s new same color coding via without restricting the equipment, Avatus, a fully IP-based the RUI. we want to venture into new console. Reportedly, with Avatus - a A big advantage of Avatus is that markets that were previously difficult new mixing console surface based the audio signal processing has been for us to access, for example, small on IP technology - Stage Tec relies a detailed view, as well as to call tried and tested many times over, as production facilities, studios and on a completely new operating up the functions of monitoring or with Aurus and Crescendo, the DSP above all the live area.” concept. Unlike previous consoles, a current status of audio channels. core RMDQ installed in the Nexus The scaling of the user interface centralized operation is not required. Visual feedback from various operator Star Router is used here. Embedded has no influence on the number of 12 color coded faders, two 21 actions give the user security and an in the NEXUS network, AVATUS also channel numbers or the functionality. “multi-touch displays and 48 double overview of his work. With its new has access to all inputs and outputs Like all other Stage Tec consoles, rotary encoders per unit can be patented concept of color-coded and can manage all resources. 128 Avatus is constantly evolving. Thus, combined to sizes from 12 to 96. faders, Stage Tec supports a fast freely programmable summing buses as the latest release, the scene Modular, decentralized and yet freely workflow. and up to 800 DSP channels are automation as well as the automixer configurable, users can access all With detachable metering displays available. and dynamic Nexus labels were parameters at any time. and a significantly reduced overall Avatus is a logical evolution of implemented.

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STUDIOMASTER PROFESSIONAL LAUNCHES THE XR 80LL LAPEL WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEM

The XR series from Sudiomaster Professional is one of India’s most sought-after ranges of wireless microphone systems. With impeccable sound quality, guaranteed operational reliability, and cost-effective pricing, the XR series has something to offer for a wide variety of applications. The ever-evolving family is now set to welcome its newest member, the XR 80LL. Part of the XR 80 technology. lapel microphones can be powered + Lapel). series, the lapel + lapel wireless Both the transmitters and receiver via 2 x 1.5V (AA) batteries and they Wite so many features integrated microphone system features 80 feature clear backlit displays to show offer significantly long operation into a nifty package, the XR 80 selectable UHF channels. Just like useful information, even in dimly-lit time of approximately 6 hours. With series is ideal for a plethora of all models in the XR 80 series, environments. The compact receiver the addition of the new model, the professional touring, PA, and two microphones (handheld or has provisions for individual channel XR 80 series is now available in 3 singing applications. All the lapel) can be used at the same output via balanced XLR with level variants - XR 80HH (Handheld + three XR 80 variants are readily time. Setting up the system is easy control and also a ¼” mix output Handheld), XR 80HL (Handheld + available at authorised Studiomaster with the Infrared (IR) auto-connect for added ease in connectivity. The Lapel), and the new XR 80LL (Lapel Professional outlets across India.

DYNACORD INTRODUCES SONICUE SOUND SYSTEM SOFTWARE

Designed to solve the real world loudspeaker prediction applications challenges of sound engineers for – such as the forthcoming PREVIEW whom time is always of the essence, software from Electro-Voice. The SONICUE is Dynacord’s new system- new user interaction design ensures focused software. It supports Dynacord operators have barrier-free, direct access TGX and IPX series amplifiers, as to every sound system parameter, even well as all amplifier models fitted directly from the loudspeakers. with the RCM-28 OMNEO Network SONICUE’s multi-stage flyout & DSP Module. SONICUE’s unique concept makes it easy to retrieve interaction design provides a clear the overview and make adjustments and comprehensive system overview, while monitoring parameters from making it quicker to set up, tune and the sub menu bar, all without the operate sound reinforcement systems need to close menus. Frequently with minimum effort. used functions can be pinned either Reportedly, SONICUE is designed temporarily or permanently. to meet the core philosophies of With automated design and the sound system designer. Designed SONICUE is a system-based solution simplicity, clarity and transparency, while configuration checks for peace of for touch and mix operation, which can be understood by users addressing the entire sound system. mind plus practical features such as SONICUE is available for Windows, at every level, helping them get the System designs can be produced from the zoomable, multi-layer workspace, while future releases will support OSX, job done no matter how simple or scratch or based on imported files from SONICUE is truly developed around Android, Linux, and iOS. complex it may be.

CODA LAUNCHES COMPACT 2-WAY POINT SOURCE SYSTEM

CODA Audio has unveiled its new (Ring Diaphragm curved-wave-driver), Cooling (DAC) and Instafit Magnetic Coupler (available in 60°, 90°, 120°or ultra-compact 2-way Arrayable Point Dynamic Air Coupler. DAC technology dramatically asymmetrical horizontal coverage) Source N-APS. improves heat dispersion, enabling the required dispersion The hi-fidelity N-APS is designed to doubling the power characteristics to be achieved without deliver large dynamic range, increased handling and maximum the use of any tools. flexibility and variable horizontal SPL capability compared Complementing the launch of directivity for small to medium size to a conventionally cooled N-APS, CODA Audio also introduces venues. system. N-SUB, a compact 15”high output N-APS is effectively the With a single quick subwoofer that reaches as low as supercharged smaller sibling of CODA release button, N-APS allows 30Hz. Like N-APS, N-SUB benefits from Audio’s APS system, and includes the user to easily change DAC which allows it to reach high technologies such as the RDC Driver its unique Instafit Magnetic SPLs whilst staying completely cool.

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Sound & Stage DBTECHNOLOGIES APPOINTS SALES MANAGER FOR INDIA

Italian professional audio in Italy, I’ve immediately resonated manufacturer dBTechnologies has with their value system, passion appointed Saikiran Shetty as Sales and commitment. And hence, the Manager for India. partnership was natural. I look Shetty is an accomplished sales forward to make use of all my professional with over 20 years experience and be able to amplify experience in A/V industry exploring our reach to the consumers.” Corporate, Retail, and Channel Sales dBTechnologies Sales & Marketing aspects of the business. In the last Director Giovanni Barbieri explains few years he focused in the Touring the reasons behind the new Audio product line serving as National appointment: Sales Manager – Touring Audio with “The company’s market share in Harman India. Asia is dramatically increasing in the Based in Mumbai, Shetty will last two years, especially for what support dBTechnologies brand concerns the touring & installation development in the local market segment. We are at a point where personally dealing operations for dBTechnologies is ready to leave touring series VIO, DVA, DVX and its mark in India. This is the reason INGENIA. for which we need focused sales Saikiran Shetty (c) with Giovanni Barbier - dBTechnologies Sales & Market- “My role in the company will professionals on the field, ready to ing Director (l) and Manuele Poli - dBTechnologies APAC sales Manager be that of a catalyst in the Indian successfully implement our strategy professional market” states Shetty. and take advantage of the market someone of Shetty’s caliber and area and worldwide, and I’m sure “This area is witnessing a steady opportunities ahead. I’m more than experience step up to help us to there’s still a huge potential to be growth and I will be on-site to certain that Mr. Shetty will be the develop the brand’s potential in developed, especially in India” improve the company’s agility and right person to usher in this new India”, adds dBTechnologies APAC Shetty will also operate on behalf turnaround time in addressing the approach to the local professional sales Manager Manuele Poli. “Our of dBTechnologies in cooperation customers’ requirements. market. flagship line array and sub series VIO with Indian distributor Rivera Digitec When I met dBTechnologies team “We are fortunate to have is getting great feedbacks in APAC for what concerns retail market.

CIRCLE PAVE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS LLP, ONE STOP SOLUTION FOR PRO SOUND & LIGHT INDUSTRY

Two years ago, 360 Pro Solutions for Italian Cable manufacturing giant been established with an aim to EuroCable and Link Group for their provide all audio & video solutions products. Eurocable is specialized under one single roof. Two in the design and production of companies sharing the same aim and special cables dedicated to the vision took this initiative to provide entertainment industry. The product cost effective good brands to all the and have started another company experienced person who has been range is comprised of audio, video, customers available in the market. namely Circle PAVE Global Solutions in this field for a very long time i.e. DMX, Ethernet and Fibre optic cables, However, due to the government LLP. Biren Sheth (Owner of Kiran Sales manufactured with strict attention regulatory policies, the company was Circle PAVE Global Solutions LLP Corporation) & Sachit Subramanian to flexibility and stringent electrical unable to roll out in the market. is a one stop for all the solutions (Partner at Circle Pro Audio LLP). specifications which follow the But today, both the groups have related to audio, video, & lighting Reportedly, last year Circle PAVE highest market standard requirements. again taken a step towards their aim managed by two of the most was awarded the sole distribution Eurocable has produced a unique brand of hybrid cables for the transport of different signals and custom cables. This year, again Circle PAVE has ADAMSON EXPANDS IS-SERIES been awarded with the distribution of LeMark Dirty Rigger & Arno. Adamson Systems Engineering Architecture and a Circle PAVE is also in talks with has expanded its install-focused IS- dual 5” voice coil for Agora Ghost. Agora designs and Series with the launch of the IS219 exceptional power manufactures digital Networked subwoofer. handling. audiovisual products and solutions for The IS219 is a high-powered The cabinet the live and entertainment industry subwoofer intended for use in construction uses marine- issued by a significant experience of ground-stack configurations and grade birch plywood as well as the real-world usages and needs. to fit into compact spaces. The aircraft-grade steel and aluminum and for easy maneuverability while Ghost is a gigabit platform enclosure is loaded with two is equipped with two front and back allowing it to fit into tight spaces mounted in a 19’’ 1U rack box lightweight, long-excursion 19” Speakon NL4 connectors, or barrier when the handles are removed, and dedicated to the multiplexing, SD19 Kevlar Neodymium drivers strips available upon request. The its 20-in. height ensure it can easily transport and monitoring of true utilizing Adamson’s Advanced Cone IS219 ships with removable handles fit under a standard 24-in. stage. Ethernet broadcast signals.

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EVENTECH ACADEMY’S INAUGURAL MONITOR MIXING SUMMIT A GRAND SUCCESS

The recently concluded Monitor ers varied from basics, to applications to Damania. Dossier. Mixing Summit 2019 by EvenTech advanced techniques in Monitor Mixing. This session was followed by a session Post lunch, James Baker from Avid Academy, an initiative by Warren The day started with delegates with by Ashish Saksena, who let delegates Technologies addressed the audi- Dsouza’s SOUND.COM, witnessed body packs all glued to the various in on his Monitor Mixing Strategies for ence. Foldback around the Globe enthusiastic participation from the Applications workshop, kick-started Shankar, Ehsaan & Loy while also elabo- and In Kim Wilde & Chic Ears was the live sound industry in India as 190 by Fali Damania with a session on The rating on Challenges of Mixing Monitors focus for this session. Mark Thomas & Raghu Raman- kutty from SOUND.COM took to the stage to unfold how they Share & Split Monitor Duties over 32 Busses for AR & Band. Mark Thomas also elaborated on the aspect of Mixing Monitors for AR Rahman. Vanshaj Sharma of Hi-Tech Audio Systems, along with moderator for the day – Fali Damania concluded the applications workshops with a peek into the world of 3D In-Ear Mixing and Monitoring using state-of-the-art solutions by Klang Technologies. The programme concluded with two panel discussions boasting of all the speakers as well as other stalwarts from the audio, events and music industry. These panel discussions pro- vided the delegates an opportunity to interact with the panelists and get Ashish Saksena explains his Monitor Mixing Strategies for Shankar, Ehsaan & Loy and Challenges of Mixing answers to their queries. Monitors from FOH for KK

delegates from across India congre- gated at the Dublin Square, Phoenix Market City, Kurla, Mumbai on 6 August, 2019. The aim of the Summit was to fill up a void for audio education in the live sound realm. The initiative delivered much-needed learning and training for busy audio technicians jumping from gig to gig, who would have otherwise found it difficult to enroll in fulltime courses to learn and stay up to date with ever evolving technology. “I wanted to do something with education in India and I wanted to be in a completely neutral zone. I didn’t want any involvement of SOUND. COM or Warren Dsouza, which is how I started EvenTech Academy, which is for the engineers and by the engineers and everybody is as much a stakeholder as much as I am,” said Warren D’souza – Founder of Event- (l-r) Fali Damania, Santana Davis, Vinay Agarwal, Daryl Sheldon, Alaap Gosher, Divya Kumar and Neeti Mohan Tech Academy. discuss day-to-day challenges of concert monitoring and sound production quality for an Artiste on stage “Monitor Mixing” was the chosen topic for this first Summit by Event- Architecture & Design of a Great Moni- from FOH for KK. The first panel discussion on‘The Tech Academy. The full-day pro- tor Sound. The morning sessions, before del- Art & Science of Monitor Mix- gramme commenced at 9:30 AM “I think it’s an excellent initiative egates dispersed for a short lunch break ing’ moderated by Fali Damania sharp and went on until 7:30 in the because everyone is in search of knowl- concluded with Bruce Rodericks’ session included speakers Sameer Kriplani, evening, followed by a meet-and- edge and information. All the informa- which provided inputs on Workflow of Kuber Sharma, Mark Thomas, Bruce greet over snacks and drinks. tion we are giving you here is real life Prepping & Patching Monitor-world All the topics covered by the speak- and ready to use in the field,” said Fali as well as a Festival Monitor Mixing (Continued on page 28)

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YAMAHA STAGEPAS 1K OFFERS ENHANCED PORTABILITY AND POWER WITH REMOTE EDITING APP FOR ALL-IN-ONE PA SYSTEM

Yamaha’s latest 12” subwoofer was developed to in the back of the subwoofer, the sound without having to innovation STAGEPAS simultaneously house the sizable features three channels of mono learn difficult compression/sound 1K portable PA system speaker and improve portability microphone/line inputs and stereo engineering principles. is a more powerful yet with its streamlined construction inputs, with two of the mono input The system also includes a compact system. and reduced weight. To provide a channels fitted with Hi-Z connectivity carrying case to protect the The STAGEPAS clearer, stronger, distortion-free low for direct input of acoustic-electric speaker during transportation and 1K is driven by a end, Yamaha added the company’s guitars and other instruments. Like its storage, along with an optional high-frequency array own Twisted Flare Port technology predecessors, this mixer supports 1/8” DL-SP1K dolly for more convenient speaker packed with to the subwoofer to effectively mini jacks, playback with Bluetooth transportation. 10 small-diameter 1.5” reduce wind noise in the bass devices, as well as a wide range of “Our next-generation STAGEPAS drivers that provide reflex port. The array speaker is input sources from instruments to PA system puts the emphasis professional-level simply affixed to the subwoofer CD players, PCs and smartphones. on efficiency and performance,” accuracy and clarity. cabinet, requiring no cables or The mixer also comes equipped with said Nithin Cherian, product The system features a speaker stands, for a fast and easy professional-level sound engineering marketing manager, Yamaha 1000W Class-D setup. tools, including 1-Knob EQ that Professional Audio. “The amplifier, a The free STAGEPAS Editor iOS/ handles multi-band processing STAGEPAS 1K combines the significant Android app allows users to operate simultaneously, high-quality SPX best of all worlds, offering upgrade in their remote parameter adjustments digital reverb and an output professional functionality, simple power from its of volume and EQ. Additionally, to Mode feature to adjust optimized operation and portability in a predecessors, enable a more efficient rehearsal compression settings to suit various single package, along with a the STAGEPAS and performance workflow, settings applications, such as Speech or compact and powerful subwoofer 600BT and may be saved and recalled for future Music. By selecting the setting necessary for performances that STAGEPAS sessions. closest to the application, a more need a more robust low end or 400BT. A The 5-channel digital mixer, located professional edge can be added to monitor mix.”

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ACOUSTIC ARTS EXPANDS INVENTORY WITH S-SERIES FROM ADAMSON

Acoustic Arts is a live event comments, “We needed a system that production firm based in Mumbai. sounds great and rigs easily and the They provide professional sound, S10 fit our needs perfectly. It is an lights, & truss equipment for excellent speaker endorsed by some touring, outdoor events, festivals, of the best and busiest engineers in corporate awards and presentations. the business. We’re extremely proud The company recently expanded to be part of the Adamson Network.” its audio inventory with Adamson’s “Firstly, the sound of the S10 is S-Series speakers. The deal impactful and pristine across the was done through Vardhaman board. In addition it is all packaged MegaTech and system supplied neatly in a sub-compact lightweight by Adamson distributor Sonotone. system. Even the coupling of the Acoustic Arts’ new S-Series subs to the full-range boxes is very system comprises of 8 S10 high smooth,” adds Elvis Fernandes of performance line arrays with S119 Acoustic Arts. subwoofers and Lab.gruppen PLM20K44 amplifiers. Savio Fernandes of Acoustic Arts, Savio Fernandes and Elvis Fernandes of Acoustic Arts

EVENTECH ACADEMY’S INAUGURAL MONITOR MIXING SUMMIT...

(Continued from page 26)

Rodricks, Ashish Saksena and James Vinay Agarwal, Audio Rental Company Baker. Owner – Santana Davis and Sound This closing panel discussion for Engineer – Fali Damania, discussing day the day comprised of an elite panel to day challenges of concert monitoring, of Artistes - Neeti Mohan and Divya logistics & production behind the scenes Kumar, Artiste Manager - Alaap as well as the all-important aspect of Gosher, Event Manager - Daryl Sound Production Quality for an Artiste Sheldon, Production Manager – on stage.

Summit witnessed enthusiastic participation from 190 delegates attending the event

Each registered delegate also received a Certificate of Achievement post the event. The Event was supported by PALM technology magazine, official media partners for the event. Translation partners - Translation India, ac- complished live translation of the entire Summit in Hindi. The transla- tion booth at the event was a major advantage for those who were more comfortable in Hindi. “I think the Summit has been an overwhelming success and we have a rollercoaster plan for the future,” concluded Warren.

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July - August 2019 28 JTS, a complete range of professional microphones, wireless systems and headsets. Distributed in India by Sonotone Electronics 102, Savoy Chambers, Above Mini Cooper Showroom, Linking Road Extension, Opposite Masjid, Santacruz (West), Mumbai 400054, India Phone: +91-22-66439999 Fax: +91-22-66439900 Email: [email protected] Website: www.sonotone.in Audiovisual COMMUNITY UNVEILS TWO MAJOR PRODUCT LINES

Community Professional M200 midrange compression drivers zone switching, DSP processing, Loudspeakers has unveils two new and four 1.5-inch HF compression protective limiting, remote major product lines - L SERIES drivers. Using patent-pending monitoring, and amplification LVH-900 loudspeaker system and techniques, all drivers integrate functions needed between a Amplified Loudspeaker Controllers into a single tri-axial waveguide mixer and the loudspeakers in (ALC). that fills the entire 36 x 31-inch virtually any small to medium- The new L SERIES LVH-900 Beam face of the enclosure, providing sized Community loudspeaker forming Venue Horn, combined pattern control to below 200 Hz. installation. Standard Ethernet with Community’s proprietary room The LVH-906 and LVH-909 offer 60 communication protocols allow prediction software and Amplified or 90 degrees of fixed horizontal for fast system design, system Loudspeaker Controllers, precisely dispersion, respectively, with each control, and remote system tailors the directivity of each allowing vertical dispersion beam monitoring. Analog and Dante® loudspeaker, or array of loudspeakers, forming ranging from 60 to 20 inputs included in each model are to meet the sound requirements degrees, in symmetric or asymmetric assignable per channel in static in any application. Designed for configurations. or failover/backup configuration, exceptional performance in large The new Amplified Loudspeaker supporting quick and easy integration channels x 400W), the ALC-1604D (4 venues, each LVH-900 consists of four Controllers (ALC) are designed to into any new or existing system. channels x 1600W), and the ALC- 12-inch LF drivers, three Community provide all of the signal routing, The line includes the ALC-404D (4 3202D (2 channels x 3200W).

BETA THREE’S DT SERIES PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER & TLA121-11 LINE ARRAY SPEAKERS

DT Series Professional Power Amplifier & TLA121-11: Dual 12” Line Array Speakers were introduced into the market early Beta Three DT6004 this year and are already receiving tremendous market response and reactions, helping to further enhance relationships with our TLA-121II adopts multi-functional customers. structure design, suitable for live Beta Three DT8004 A) PRO AMPLIFIERS: performance and fixed installation. 1) DT Series Professional Power Amplifier Key Features: chassis Key Features: DT series is multi-channel - Multi-channel professional Power - Electronically balanced XLR inputs - Dual 3” Neo compression driver professional amplifier is based on the amplifier - Amplifier protection includes short - Dual 12” Neo woofer unit efficient thermal distribution structure - Available in 2 Channel and 4 circuit, excessive temperature and - Dispersion angle 60° x 30° of security uses mature concise Channel modes DC on outputs - Frequency response 70Hz-17kHz output circuit with precise detection - Operates within 8Ω and 4Ω loads (-3dB) and protection control, entirely - Availability of Three optional B) LINE ARRAY SERIES: - Sensitivity: NF 99dB, FF 103dB designed for achieving the goal of sensitivity Switch 1) TLA121-11: Dual 12” Line Array - Max SPL: NF 121dB/127dB(Peak), FF outstanding reliability. - Protect, peak and signal LEDs Speaker 124dB/130dB(Peak) DT series meets the needs of indicators for each channel TLA-121II is medium size line - The driver have function of multi-purpose sound reinforcement - High power supply system and array speaker system, which can overload protection applications with standardization of efficient output level hang 12pcs TLA-121II speaker at its - Appropriate hanging frame with design and complete product line. - Housed in a rugged, all-steel 2U maximum in vertical direction. shackle for installation

ALTO PROFESSIONAL SHATTERS EXPECTATIONS WITH UBER FX NO-COMPROMISE HIGH-POWER PORTABLE PA SYSTEM

Alto Professional has introduced clear, punchy, high-fidelity sound from 15 built-in FX by world-renowned its powerful new Uber FX portable a wide variety of wireless or hard- Alesis and a 2-band EQ for precise PA system, suitable for the most wired signal sources to any venue. tonal adjustment. But it’s not just demanding assignments, indoors or Uber FX is ideal for musicians for musicians—it’s also perfect for out, regardless of whether or not performing outdoors who can’t be business meetings, backyard parties there is access to AC power. Uber limited by their access to AC power and award/graduation ceremonies. No FX is a self-powered portable wireless and who still want to have all the AC power is no problem for Uber FX. speaker with Bluetooth technology versatility and capability of a great The unit features two input and professional features. It’s the studio-based sound system. Uber perfect solution for delivering hours of FX delivers, on all counts, with its (Continued on page 32)

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CM-C54T AND CM-C56T CEILING LOUDSPEAKERS ADDED TO PIONEER PRO AUDIO’S PRODUCT LINEUP

Pioneer has announced the design, and deliver outstanding sound impedance options. And, addition of a new range of ceiling quality in any venue, no matter its with a protective steel- speakers to its Professional Audio layout. back can, the compact lineup. Reportedly, this new ceiling The CM-C54T and CM-C56T ceiling ported enclosure on the CM- loudspeakers will provide high- loudspeakers will be available from C54T and CM-C56T enhances quality sound to commercial Aug 2019. low-end frequencies. environments, and debuts with the Find out more about the speakers Designed for Flexibility release of the CM-C54Tand CM- at the Pioneer Pro Audio website. • The CM-C54T and CM-C56T can be C56T. Offering crystal-clear audio, Key Features of the CM-C54T /CM- used in a variety of applications. Discreet Speaker Grilles to a discreet embedded design, and C56T On their own, they’re ideal for Complement Interior Design a host of practical features, the • The newly developed ¾-inch delivering sound in commercial • With a slim, simple design that CM-C54T and CM-C56T are ideal for tweeter incorporates a magnetic spaces, or they can be used to sits flush with the ceiling or installations at hotels, restaurants, fluid field design driver as well complete an installation of XY wall, the CM-C54T and CM-C56T commercial spaces, and other as a unique damper to reduce Series speakers by filling in areas speakers can blend seamlessly locations where superior sound and vibration and produce clear, where wall-mounted boxes are into any surroundings. aesthetics are key. smooth audio. unsuitable, such as corridors and • Two colors are available – black The CM-C54T and CM-C56T draw • The coaxial driver establishes a bathrooms. or white. on Pioneer Pro Audio’s heritage uniform sound field within the • The Euroblock connector enables • With paintable grilles that feature of making dynamic club speakers coverage area and prevents phase easy loop-through and the built-in a flush fit with the ceiling or and enable the brand to provide cancellation between the mid and transformer tap allows for multiple wall, the new speakers are easy turnkey sound systems that can high frequencies. An impedance deployment configurations over a to incorporate into the design of save space, complement interior of 16 ohms gives high and low variety of distances. any room.

D&B AUDIOTECHNIK INTRODUCES NEW A-SERIES

The all new A-Series introduces installation. couple without a unique loudspeaker concept with Both loudspeakers share a passive gaps and sum up flexible splay angles, this system two-way design featuring one coherently. addresses a wide range of medium 1.4” exit HF compression driver Using the size applications where the highest with a 3” diaphragm mounted appropriate frame, levels of coverage flexibility are to a wave shaping device, and up to four AL60/ paramount. two 10” neodymium LF drivers. AL90 loudspeakers Realizing all the adaptability of The combination of sophisticated can be flown either a point source cluster with the waveguide design and the in vertical columns or extensive control options of a d&b symmetrical dipolar arrangement in horizontal clusters. line array, the system comprises the of the LF drivers allows a smooth Variable splay angles AL60 and AL90 loudspeakers, with overlap of the adjacent frequency between adjacent ALi60 and ALi90 offering cabinets bands in the crossover design. The cabinets can be set from 20-degree and weather protected PCP (Polyurea designed specifically for permanent wave segments of each cabinet to 40-degree in 5-degree increments, Cabinet Protection) finish. allowing the finest of adjustments The companionable four channel and ensuring sound is directed 30D and D80 amplifiers provides precisely where it’s wanted and ALTO PROFESSIONAL SHATTERS EXPECTATIONS... extensive user-definable equalization nowhere else. containing two 16-band equalizers (Continued from page 30) With its 60-degree horizontal Bluetooth-enabled device with parametric, notch, shelving, and directivity pattern the AL60/ALi60 can channels, each with its own • NFC pairing and 1/8” stereo aux asymmetric filters as well as delay be maintained down to approximately independent volume control. With channels capabilities of up to ten seconds. 550Hz, while its output capability 100 watts of peak power driving a • Master Volume, Line Out and It’s always been the d&b can cover a distance of up to 30m high-quality 8-inch 2-way speaker, a battery level indicator approach to build integrated sound depending on climatic conditions. high-quality microphone, and a long- • Built-in rechargeable battery delivers reinforcement systems that are The AL90/ALi90 - with its 90-degree lasting 45-hour rechargeable battery, up to 45 hours continuous use actually more than the combination horizontal pattern control down Uber FX is ready to take on any • High-quality microphone and cable of parts. 2019’s A-Series expands to 370Hz -- is both sonically and challenge. included this idea even further, stretching mechanically compatible, ensuring • Portable self-powered PA speaker • USB charging port for phone, loudspeaker capability beyond flexible. the same optimal acoustic result with professional capabilities tablet or other device Like all d&b systems, A-Series fully is achieved consistently anywhere, • 100 watts (peak) drives high-quality • Top panel storage tray for integrates with the internationally at any angle -- whatever the 8-inch woofer, 3-inch tweeter Smartphone’s, keys, guitar picks, adopted d&b Workflow, unlocking configuration. • Two Line/Mic channels with and more its full potential through streamlined XLR/1/4” combo inputs • Telescoping handle with built-in Constructed from marine plywood, system design and optimization, • Streams music wirelessly from any wheels for easy transport the AL-Series cabinets have an impact control, and monitoring.

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Audiovisual YAMAHA’S NEW PC SERIES NETWORK POWER AMPLIFIERS WITH DANTE CONNECTIVITY AND EXPANDED INPUT MATRIX

Yamaha has introduced its new next generation of network power amplifiers, designed to meet the challenging demands of todays installed and live sound applications. Reportedly, the new PC Series offers significant enhancements over previous models, adding Dante audio network connectivity, a powerful 20x8 input matrix, sampling rates of up to 96 kHz and a broader range of on- board digital signal processing (DSP) sampling rates of up to 96 kHz power output options of 1200W “The new PC series gives touring functions including crossovers, delays, and advanced on-board digital DSP (models PC412) or 600W (models engineers and system integrators parametric EQs, mutes and limiters. functions including crossovers, delays, PC406). a strong foundation for building The new amplifiers are compatible parametric EQs, mutes, and limiters. The series offers DI models, and designing the right system for with Yamaha ProVisionaire Control/ The amplifiers’ extensive processing for installed sound applications, their clients, in less time and with Touch software for control and capabilities are useful for controlling which can handle high-impedance more flexibility for growth,” said monitoring via a tablet or PC, speakers and users can output connections, allowing them to drive Glenn Booth, director of marketing, even in systems without a console equalized audio (up to four channels) multiple speakers from a single Professional Audio, Yamaha or hardware controller. Amplifier to other amps by using the input channel. They feature 3-pin block Corporation of America. “The parameters and configuration settings matrix and Dante outputs. connectors for analog in and RJ45 combination of powerful hardware, can be set quickly either on the A high-efficiency Class-D amp unit connectors for Dante. The new D intuitive software, and network amplifiers’ front panel or through the delivers low distortion with high models are for touring applications, connectivity provides a consistent dedicated ProVisionaire Amp Editor efficiency to produce superb sound with SpeakON connectors, etherCON operational experience from system Management software. quality, high output, and excellent connectors for Dante and XLR configuration to control and The PC Series models deliver stability. The PC Series comes with connectors for analog in. monitoring.”

BARCO EXPANDS ITS PROJECTOR PORTFOLIO WITH THE LAUNCH OF G60 SERIES

Barco has announced the launch lumens. It opens up the possibilities allowing the user to increase the quality, flexibility and compactness to of its G60 series projectors. With this to a wider range of applications image size or shorten the projection ensure a seamless experience for the introduction, Barco has expanded its while still relying on the valued Barco distance, ensuring that the product is customers at affordable price points. outreach to a wider range of market service and support. The projectors the perfect match for space-constraint The range is expected to see strong segments with higher affordability & feature laser light source, ensuring installations. interest from market segments like more installation flexibility. pristine image quality while lowering Commenting on the launch, Mr convention centres, hotels, experience The G60 series expands the single- the maintenance required compared Ramya Chatterjee, Director – Sales centres, museum, planetarium, chip offering with three quality to most lamp-based projectors. With (Visualization & Entertainment), Barco visitors’ attractions, amusement parks, projectors between 7K and 10K Barco’s Projector Toolset software, Electronics India said, “We always corporate lobbies, retail experience installing and managing projector(s) look forward to innovating, keeping and higher education.”

can be done from the comfort of in mind the need across sectors The projectors are available in users’ own computer. and to ease operational tasks. In black and white, allowing the user Barco G60 series Projectors are line with our commitment to come to choose the perfect fit for their compatible with the lens of PGWU up with cutting-edge technology, environment. Having all this at a series that further boost the flexibility our customers can always rely on very competitive price turns the G60 Ramya Chatterjee, Director - Sales of G60. Along with the compact form all the proven benefits of Barco’s series into an attractive package for (Visualization & Entertainment), factor, there is also the possibility service and support. The G60 series all customers in its target market Barco India of working with short-throw lenses projectors combine the best of segment.

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YAMAHA ANNOUNCES NEW VIDEO AND AUDIO COLLABORATION PRODUCT PARTNERSHIP WITH HUDDLY

Yamaha Unified Communications has unveiled its latest video and audio collaboration solutions. In this new partnership with Huddly, manufacturer of award-winning AI- powered conference cameras, the new Yamaha ESB-1080 Enterprise Sound Bar will bundle with Huddly’s AI wide-angle USB camera to create the Yamaha Collaboration Kit. “Meeting participants demand two things no matter where they’re meeting: a seamless, intuitive experience and superior audio and video quality. As we continue to expand Yamaha’s wide breadth of superior UC solutions, these requirements are at the core of our The Yamaha Collaboration Kit (currently available only in North America) combines Yamaha’s ESB-1080 Enterprise design,” said Michael Fitch, vice Sound Bar and Huddly IQ AI-powered conference camera president of sales and marketing at Yamaha Unified Communications. (currently available only in North for installation in conference room mic array, automated AI features, “Yamaha has a well-deserved America) combines Yamaha’s ESB-1080 spaces with enterprise-demanded and the Huddly InSights reputation worldwide for building Enterprise Sound Bar and Huddly IQ functions for easy administration. analytics API. With the Genius high-quality audio products, and AI-powered conference camera, which The compact and elegant design, Framing feature, the camera can their UC portfolio is no exception. is perfectly tailored to deliver a high- automatic sound optimization, and automatically detect and frame Our partnership is a terrific quality video collaboration experience versatile mounting options make it participants in its field of view, opportunity for end customers to unlike anything else. Yamaha’s ideal for various enterprise needs eliminating the need to manually experience their industry-leading ESB-1080 provides an immersive and designs. The Yamaha ESB-1080 is control the camera. audio, now combined with the feeling with clear, dynamic, full- available as a perfect sound solution The Yamaha Collaboration Kit high-quality, wide-angle, AI-powered range speaker output for conference for any enterprise room to provide or is best matched to medium-size video for which Huddly is known,” rooms. The sound bar’s two built- expand speaker output, or as part of conference spaces for remote said Jonas Rinde, Huddly CEO. “We in subwoofers and bass-reflex port a bundled solution with the Huddly collaboration and presentation with invite everyone to come and check deliver clear, dynamic, full-range IQ AI-powered conference camera. simple connections to a laptop and out the Yamaha Collaboration Kit at sound in conjunction with two The Yamaha Collaboration Kit’s monitor. Purchase is simple and our booths.” dome tweeters and two woofers. Its camera provides 150-degree wide- consolidated; reliable support is The Yamaha Collaboration Kit conference mode preset is specialized angle 1080p video, an embedded unmatched.

LEA LAUNCHES CONNECT SERIES

LEA Professional has released installations with the capacity to important and that is where our IoT Universal Power Supply, direct LoZ the Connect Series amplifiers with support monthly recurring revenue enabled amplifiers will shine.” says and HiZ selectable per channel, and four mid-power models of IoT- (MRR) business models”, states LEA LEA Professional founder and CEO, internal DSP - all in a one rack unit enabled professional amplifiers for Professionals. Blake Augsburger. chasis. We really wanted these amps the professional installation market. “Our mid-power models are meant The Connect Series is made up to be a great looking and slim fitting The Connect 354, Connect 704, to be the installers go-to amplifier of two product families – the Dante unit with the power, reliability, and Connect 354D and Connect 704D when designing larger, more complex Connect and Network Connect simplicity that integrators know they aim to “provide system designers systems for applications like airports, models. All four mid-power models can count on whenever they spec and integrators simple and powerful theatres, theme-parks, and stadiums. are built with fully routable analog large-scale projects.” solutions to drive their large-scale These are the venues where inputs and the 354D and 704D have In addition to the product launch, reliability and simplicity are critically the addition of Dante and AES 67 LEA Professional has also released connectivity. All four models also their Web App UI for control and boast three different ways of network monitoring the amplifiers. Reportedly, connection using built in WiFi Access this user interface does not require Point, connect to the existing WiFi a software download and works to network, or using a Local Area control and monitor the amplifiers from Network Ethernet connection. any device, including a users’ mobile Jeremy Bules, vice-president of phone, tablet or desktop computer. engineering, notes: “We packed these The Web App UI was designed for amplifiers with essential features like quick and simple navigation providing our Proprietary Smart Power Bridge, “an easy user experience”.

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BOSE PROFESSIONAL AWOWS WEST & NORTH REGION PARTNERS WITH ABHINANDAN Multi-city Dealer’s Meet witnesses overwhelming participation and response

Pro Audio major Bose interaction with the company’s key products. business partners. In addition Professional, recently reached out executives. The events also celebrated The meet, aptly titled Abhinandan to engaging with dealers and to the professional audiovisual the successful achievement of several (Greetings) was organized as a market partners on a deeper professional community in India by organizing business milestones that the brand connect to greet network and engage level, Abhinandan has given us multi-city dealer meets in had achieved down the years. with partners comprising of ProAV the opportunity to celebrate their collaboration with distributors dealers and Systems Integrators, while successful association with Bose and channel partners. The well- ABHINANDAN WESTERN REGION also recognizing and rewarding them Professional products over the last appreciated and well-attended Official distributors of Bose in the for their unwavering support and financial year and duly recognise gatherings witnessed overwhelming western region - Cubix Microsystems, persistent contribution to the Bose their contribution to the brand’s participation and response and organized the dealer’s meet in the brand. growth in the region. Through provided Bose Professional’s western region in three cities. The Vibhor Khanna, Country Manager Abhinandan, Bose Professional partners and dealers an important first dealers meet was in Pune, – SAARC, Bose Professional, stated, reaffirms its wholehearted support overview of the company’s followed by Ahmedabad and finally “Abhinandan has been designed and dedication to all our partners, strategies and products enabling Mumbai. Bose treated invited guests specifically to foster an enhanced and fortifies its vision for long-term them to meet their business goals, to demonstrations and product progressive business ecosystem growth in India.” while also facilitating a one-on-one presentations of newly launched between Bose Professional and our The gathering of dealers and

Team Bose with the system integrators and dealers at the Jaipur Dealer’s Meet

systems integrators demonstrated strength of support for the brand as well as its long-term business allies - Cubix Microsystems, as almost 30-35 industry professionals comprising of professional audiovisual dealers and systems integrators followed the invitation to the full-day meet, in each of the three cities. Vibhor Khanna, Country Manager – SAARC, Bose Professional and Vishal Kotian, Regional Manager- Channel Sales from Bose Corporations’ Mumbai office, were joined by Vijay Joshi, Director, Cubix Microsystems to provide an overview of Bose Professionals’ company and product strategies, along with detailed

(from l-r) Tejas Desai, Vijay Joshi, Vibhor Khanna, Vishal Kotian and Punit Kumar

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introduction of specific new products, key messages to the industry, followed by a corporate video and one-to-one interactions. “The presentations included key messages which we wanted to put across to our dealers, based on their previous year’s performance, and also provide them a window to what’s in store for them in the near future,” said Vishal Kotian. “The idea behind conducting these events is to thank our dealers and systems integrators and to celebrate their business associations with Bose products since the last several years,” he added. The product introductions Vibhor Khanna, Country Manager – SAARC, Bose Professional addressing dealers during the meet. and demos in each of the cities culminated with an award ceremony, wherein Bose full Range of loudspeakers along with by using Bose products in major with doing great work with Bose honoured those who had upheld live demonstrations of the EdgeMax audio integrations. The gesture, was Professional products.” and reinforced the Bose quality in-ceiling premium loudspeakers received by the audience with a Manik Gupta of Hi-Tech and stature with remarkable featuring proprietary Bose PhaseGuide great deal of pomp and enthusiasm Audio also shared his thoughts installations across the country. technology and the PowerMatch in every city and proved to be a on Abhinandan saying, “Bose The winners were motivated line of professional power amplifiers great shot in the arm for all who Professional has undoubtedly and rewarded with high-quality boasting of concert-quality sound were in attendance. made a mark in the past year gifts from the Bose bouquet of products. “With this award ceremony, we recognized few partners, dealers and wholesale dealers for their exceptional performance and the growth that they had demonstrated,” said Kotian.

ABHINANDAN JAIPUR Building on the momentum, Bose Professional followed the interactions in the western region with the second leg of Abhinanadan in Jaipur on 18th July, in collaboration with channel partners - Delta Infotel & Hitech Audio Systems Pvt. Ltd., official distribution partners of Bose Professional in India. The event attended by more than 100 industry professionals, again comprised mainly of Systems Vibhor Khanna and Vijay Joshi awarding partners during Dealer’s meet Integrators and ProAV dealers, who demonstrated their support for with a high level of scalability and Vijay Joshi, owner of Cubix across application segments, and the brand by taking out time to configurability. Microsystems commented, through Abhinandan, we have attend the whole-day meet. Not only did the products impress “Abhinandan proved to be a great felicitated all those partners who The meticulously planned event the audiences in all four cities, but it engagement exercise for Bose have contributed invaluably to the included informative sessions and has also proved to be successful in Professional as well as all the brand’s growth. The fact that Bose discourses on technology, steady generating quite the business buzz dealers and SI partners that have has big plans for the future - be rise in market acceptance across for the EdgeMax and PowerMatch been consistently working with it in terms of introducing new application segments, positive series products in the region. Bose Professional products. Not only technologies, implementing unique business growth in the previous In tandem with the award has the brand conveyed its strong business strategies, and more - is fiscal year, and also key insights ceremonies organized in the support to the entire dealership a true testimony to the brand’s into the brand’s vision and Dealer’s meet in the Western and SI partnership network, but long-term vision for India, and it strategy for the near future. Region, the Jaipur event also by recognizing their works and is undoubtedly an exciting time The product highlights at this recognized key partners who had achievements the brand has also for everyone associated with the meet included Bose Professional’s demonstrated steadfast allegiance added a feeling of prestige associated brand.”

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POWERSOFT APPOINTS SW INDIAN DISTRIBUTOR PTC appointed Powersoft’s Distributor in the region

Powersoft has named Preeti Trading Corporation (PTC) its distributor for the region of South West India. The company currently supports all kinds of commercial projects in the region, large and small, with its core customer base primarily consisting of small and medium- sized enterprises that sell and install audio equipment for use in commercial, governmental, corporate and public buildings. “India is an extremely important market for Powersoft,” said Varun Mahesh Jagger, Powersoft’s Europe, Powersoft’s Varun Mahesh Jagger with Kammal Dhingreja from Preeti Trading Corporation India & Africa account manager – distribution. “We see great potential consistent record of moving with the presence of Powersoft products in our strong and young energetic there for strong and consistent times. We see them as a partner who the region, thus making it easier to team. This gives us more avenues growth across all verticals. PTC has has taken and continues to take risks educate the industry about the brand to arrange demo days and, in turn, been appointed to reinforce that in order to come out on top.” and its innovative technologies. makes it more likely that PTC dealers vision of a stronger India. It has One of PTC’s goals for the new “PTC is able to reach out to a wide will include Powersoft products in a strong dealer network, and a partnership is to increase the range of potential resellers through their projects,” said Kamal Dhingreja

STUDIOMASTER PROFESSIONAL’S MINI SERIES - A NEW RANGE OF ULTRA COMPACT MIXERS

The Mini series is a range of ultra- USB MP3 media sleek and ergonomically-designed compact mixing consoles designed by player with angled body design that not delivers Studiomaster Professional for a host transport an easy mixing experience but also of fixed and mobile applications. The control. makes the mixers high portable for series features two models; Mini 6 It is also mobile and outdoor applications. and Mini 6U. Don’t be fooled by supplied The compact mixing consoles the name, they’re both power- with an are perfect for use in houses of packed with features. IR remote worship, small gatherings, karaoke The mixers feature control bars, music jam rooms and a host professional-grade ¼” mic/ for wireless of other professional and prosumer line inputs with gain control, control of the applications. 2-band EQ per and clip LEDs per Mini media player. The In a nutshell, the mixers are an channel. The compact mixers also 6 and built-in Bluetooth ideal choice budget-conscious users integrate a high-quality echo/delay Mini 6U integrate receiver in the Mini who refuse to sacrifice sound quality, EFX processor with unique E-delay. 1/4” L/R output along with 6U also empowers value, and reliability. The Mini 6 and The inclusion of the delay processor signal and clip LED indication for wireless streaming from Mini 6U mixers are readily available at empowers users to get creative master level. smartphones, tablets, laptops, and authorised Studiomaster Professional while mixing, making it a great value The MIni 6U sweetens the deal other compatible devices. outlets across India. addition to the feature set. Both the further with the integration of a All the features are housed in a

NEXT-PROAUDIO INTRODUCES PXA8001

NEXT-proaudio has developed a configurations for the entire NEXT- @4ohm), that was specifically incredible efficiency in all the driven integrated rack solution PXA8001 proaudio’s PX System, capable of designed for multi-way loudspeakers ways. The high immunity to EMI (powered by Powersoft), designed for driving a very wide range of rig and asymmetric loads, the heart of interference is also a characteristic of optimum performance flexibility and configurations with absolute reliability this power rack is capable of amazing this new rack. setup simplicity. and ample headroom. sonic performances. The PXA8001 This PX System Rack features a The new rack is the heart of Composed by a very powerful features a new power supply design fixed switching frequency design the system and was configured to 8000W Powersoft amplifier module, equipped with PFC and featuring of the Pulse Width Modulation interface seamlessly allowing multiple featuring 4 output channels (4x2000W Smart Rails Management, to grant (Continued on page 42)

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Audiovisual MEYER SOUND GALILEO GALAXY LEADS THE WAY WITH MILAN CERTIFICATION FROM AVNU ALLIANCE

Meyer Sound has come up streams while co-existing with other with Galileo GALAXY network Ethernet traffic with no risk of platform, certified as fully compliant dropouts or degradation. As an open with the new, AVB-based, Milan standard, Milan offers a choice of deterministic network protocol. hardware implementations and will Milan certification, provided through support both audio and video media. Avnu Alliance, ensures that Galileo “A few years ago Meyer Sound GALAXY processors will offer joined with a group of other leading seamless interoperability with all pro audio manufacturers to tackle other Milan-certified devices in the a problem common to all of our signal chain, regardless of function customers,” recalls Meyer Senior or manufacturer. GALAXY is among Vice President of Marketing John processor by connecting to third- the first products to receive Milan McMahon. “And that was how to party, Milan-certified array processors certification. create a network infrastructure that or processor-amplifiers, either directly have signed on to Milan is growing The Milan certification extends to is easy to use, offers extremely or through a certified network bridge. fast. We expect increasing momentum all three GALAXY versions: GALAXY high performance, and provides GALAXY also can connect via Milan toward widespread adoption 816, GALAXY 816-AES3 and GALAXY future-proof flexibility. Building on to a certified mixing console without throughout the industry in the 408. the existing open AVB (audio video need for its own network bridge. months to come.” According to the organization, bridging) standard from IEEE, we “With this certification, Meyer The Milan protocol is now Milan is a high-level interoperability developed Milan as the best solution.” Sound GALAXY becomes a pioneering supported by leading manufacturers solution developed as a joint effort The Milan-certified GALAXY is a device in what is becoming an of AV technology and associated by a group of leading audio and full-featured, stand-alone loudspeaker integrated, networked AV ecosystem,” components, including loudspeaker IT manufacturers. As a deterministic processor. As such, it can connect says McMahon. “More Meyer Sound systems, digital signal processors, network, Milan assures on time not only to other GALAXY processors, products are in line to be certified, mixing consoles, network switches, delivery of time-sensitive AV data but it also can serve as a master FOH and the list of manufacturers that and microprocessors.

AUDIOCENTER’S NEW EA5 SERIES WITH BRAINCORE NEXT-PROAUDIO... (Continued from page 40)

TECHNOLOGY (PWM) block allowing for maximum performance, high predictability The EA5 series is Audiocenter and immunity from intermodulation latest active speaker, reportedly artifacts; all this with an additional built with BrainCore, innovative and extensive set of protection core application technology mechanisms (power limiters, thermal that researched and developed shutdown, short circuit and overload, by Audiocenter with supreme clip limiter). performance and high reliability. The DSP audio processor unit The EA5 Series ranges from protects controls and optimizes 200W RMS and goes all the way up to 1200W RMS in the EA5118 subwoofer. EA5 Series have 5 models in total, EA508, EA510, EA512 & EA515 full range speakers starting from an 8 inch cabinet to a 15 inch cabinet the entire system including all the that match with the single 18 inch necessary signal processing, crossover EA5118 subwoofer. filters, PEQ filters, All-Pass filters, All the cabinets in this series are delays and limiters. equipped with Beyma HF’s and The built-in port allows to access customized Audiocenter LF drivers. DSP processing capabilities directly Made from the highest quality from the PC running Powersoft CNC wood, the EA5 Series cabinet Armonía software. For a versatile speakers are DSP controlled and use, 4 different presets that can be have a range of protective modes selected by the user, PXH64 Flat, that make this an all-in-one box. PXH64 Music, PXH95 Flat and PXH95 The EA5 Series is specially Music. designed for fixed installation like The PX Complete System is a ballrooms, meeting rooms, lecture complete plug’n’play, processor- halls, exhibition centers, and touring controlled, horn-loaded stacking P.A. performances such as road shows, optimized for flexible, high power seminars, speeches, etc. and modular array configurations.

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owadays live events have become core of the youth. and the light should focus in on the between different paths with different There is euphoria about picture that needs to convey the jobs in the course of that event. The the live events which hap- sense and feeling to what the audi- live sound engineer has the owner- Npens almost everywhere across the ence is viewing. ship to make adjustment to the globe. People have been appreciat- Another very important aspect stage details as per his best under- ing live music through live concerts, is something that comes before standing. The venue manager also award functions and DJ nights across actual event. In a live event, a sound supplies him with the required man- cities and consecutively initializing engineer plays a very crucial role in power in order to help him stage new opportunities for event profes- determining a performance’s success. the event. Hence, before setting up sionals. As a result, live events and There are times when one witnesses for any event, a sound engineer does performers are now being criti- bad quality of sound at the concerts. a recce of the venue. He coordinates cally judged on the quality of the This could either be because of the the sound quality basis and deliv- performance. This is why it becomes inadequate acoustic products or ers the music inputs in the purest essential for a professional artist to unsynchronized management in an form. Therefore, he is very crucial to identify the right tools to make that event. Evidently, sound engineer is the smooth and successful execution performance a memorable one. the common factor in both the sce- of the live events. Similarly with a As soon as we speak about a narios. Accordingly, sound engineer’s different venue at every event, there live performance, what strikes in job role incorporates many duties, are different colleagues and differ- the first go is the ‘Microphone’, and you need highly developed audio making him all the more important ent demands by every host. A sound undoubtedly it is one of the most technology with lots of feeling one in an event. engineer makes sure they please the crucial decision makers of the fate of which works reliably under every Besides, a decent knowledge of music group and also ensures the the performance. Today we cannot condition. live sound engineering and concert audience enjoys the music event for imagine a world class music con- There’s also a play of stage lights sound engineering, a live event its great audio output and experi- cert without some power packed that goes into creating that magi- requires more than just plugging in ence. Furthermore the protago- stunts involved and this is possible cal performance. Entertainment and some amplifiers and turning a few nist safeguards music equipment’s because of the cutting edge wire- or Theatrical lighting are used to volume buttons, it demands skills consisting of amplifiers, audio lines, less microphone system. These days’ enhance the scene. The lighting pulls and expertise of sound quality and microphones, mixers, audio board International artists such as Madonna, all the aspects of the stage together electronics. Thus, without the sound and monitors, each of these having Beyonce, Enrique, Pink, etc. have to create a scene that draws at- engineer, monitoring and setting specific functions. been surprising the masses with their Though the above talks about incredible acts on the stage all of the technicalities, there is also a which would have not been possible, lot of confidence and passion that without the proper wireless micro- goes into making a live performance phones systems which provide them A live event requires more than just even better. Confidence is the most with the freedom to do whatever plugging in some amplifiers and turn- important element anyone, on any they wish on stage. stage, could have. Your audience Wireless microphone offers free- ing a few volume buttons, it demands knows what you are trying to put dom to artists and sound engineers skills and expertise of sound quality across and can easily understand if that allow them to move freely on you are not completely into your the stage and capture and trans- and electronics. Thus, without the performance. The passion with which mit sound at any situation and any sound engineer, monitoring and set- you love your art is an energy that event. For artists it ensures move- the audience looking at your perfor- ment on stage rather than just stati- ting audio equipment would transpire mance can feel making the scenario cally standing in front of a platform surreal. which not only boosts their confi- as a big task to complete. With the right instruments, at- dence on the act/gig that they are titude and scenario, one can make going to do but instead helps them their live performance something that to have a good hold on the device. the audience can remember by for Natural and expressive movement is tention to the main character. The audio equipment would transpire as ages to come! encouraged, enhancing the overall lighting allows the whole piece to a big task to complete. impact of the act. be embraced and supported. It’s an There are different venues and While the above highlighted art that magically subdues certain locations set for live events, requiring Next Issue a different event setting altogether. handheld mics, let’s also understand parts, or props and costumes to September-October 2019 a bit about the headset microphones. enhance the artist and showcase a A venue such as small lounge to a These come into play when the proper relationship of the artists with medium size ballroom or an outdoor whole emotional power and dynamic their background and surroundings. arena, poses a challenge to sound LIGHTING issue of a performance has to be conveyed Therefore, all objects that appear on engineers. A live sound engineer is www.palmtechnology.in to the audience. To accomplish that, the stage needs to be in balance solely responsible for reorganizing

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Touchwood Automations invigorates Pune’s party scene with CINCO

With growing number of clubs and lounges all over the city, we bring an install story that totally transforms pune’s party scene with its state-of-the-art audio and video installations. PT documents the project. Outdoor garden area deployed with BenQ MX740 Screen

amed after the Spanish word Maximizing the fun with themed Cinco’s Management involved could necessitate this area to have for 5, Cinco, is Pune’s all-new week-nights and action-packed Touchwood Automation around an independent Music Selection. Nresto-bar and patisserie that weekends, Cinco is the new party October 2018, during the planning Moreover they did not want any promises to make every experience stop in Pune. and wiring stage to fulfil their audio speakers to be visible in this area. 5 times better! Located in the very centre of and video requirements. They required the Outdoor/ An indulgence for all the 5 Pune, Cinco is spread over 8,000 sq. Garden Area to be connected with senses, Cinco has a uniquely vibrant ft. area and is divided in 3 areas i.e. Audio Installation the Club Area and have Live Gigs beauty that captivates from the Club Area of 3,000 sq. ft., Outdoor/ Cinco’s management was very to be conducted in this area as moment one steps in, with the right Garden Area of 3,000 sq. ft. and a clear in their brief to Touchwood well. The Active speakers and Stage kind of music to enliven the mood. closed Patisserie of 600 sq. ft. Rest Automations. They needed a monitors were to be connected With a scenic Al Fresco of the area belongs to the Kitchen, combination of Zones, all playing the to the Outdoor Installed speakers arrangement and a cozy interior Office, Washrooms and Staff Rooms. same music at the same time. While during the live Gigs. with an island bar and refreshing Cinco was launched on 7th June they needed High Volume with DJ They needed a different music cocktails, one can soak up the sun 2019 with an invite only party and Console on a structured platform in to be played in the club area and the moon, or party with high was open for public from 12th June one corner of club area, they need during live Gigs in the outdoors, spirits until the sun comes out. 2019. Patisserie Music to be mild which however, when Live Gigs happen in

45 July - August 2019 Inventory List

1. Club Area - • Audac FX 3.15 – 2 Nos. (Main Foreground Speakers) – 750 Watts RMS • Audac FX 1.18 – 2 Nos. (Main Foreground Bass Cabinets) – 800 Watts RMS • Audac PX 112 – 2 Nos. (Used as Fillers in the Club Area) – 300 Watts RMS • Audac SMQ-750 – 1 No. (4ch x 750Watts Amplifier) – For Bass Cabinets • Audac SMQ-500 – 2 Nos. (4ch x 500Watts Amplifier) – For Fore- ground Speakers • Audac SMA-350 – 1 No. (2ch x 350Watts Amplifier) – For the Fillers Indoor club area fitted with Audac PX112 Filler Speakers 2. Outdoor Area – • Audac WX-802 Outdoor Black Speakers – 8 Nos. (IP 55 Rated – the indoor Club Area, the Outdoor Mills). They also wanted the dance The only thing important for the 16 Ohms) 70 Watts RMS installed speakers needed to be floor that is concentrated between management was the clarity of audio • Audac EPA 254 Amplifier – 1 No. connected to the same. the DJ Console and the Bar Counter and video, and the ease in handling (4ch x 250Watts) For sports viewing they needed 2 to have more High-Volume Levels the system. 3. Patisserie – projectors in the club area and also with Bass than the other areas. Touchwood’s team finalized a • Audac CELO 6 – 4 Nos. (High- needed 2 Television in the Outdoor The choices of products combination of Audac products and End Ceiling Speakers of 60 Watts Area along with an enormous 220” were completely entrusted upon some third-party controllers and RMS) Screen in the Outdoors which could Touchwood Automations by the mixers, after a detailed acoustical • Audac EPA 104 – 1 No. (4ch x be spotted from a very far distance venue owners who gave them the analysis of the space to meet the 100Watts Amplifier) (Right from the Entrance of The liberty in designing the solutions. venue’s aural requirements.

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July - August 2019 46 junction of all these cables is Video Inventory List the DJ Console area; provisions are made to make any Zone 1. Club Area – Amplifier location as the main • Epson EB-W05 Projector – 2 zone. Nos. The foreground speakers • 120” Motorised 16:9 Ratio Screen used were the most high-end – 2 Nos. speakers from Audac- theFX 2. Outdoor/Garden Area – 3.15 weighing aroung 50 kgs • Samsung 49” Digital Signages – each and having old-school 2 Nos. connections for mid frequency • Benq MH740 – 1 No. (Giving (200 Watts RMS), Low-Mid 220” Screen Size from a distance Frequency (500 Watts RMS) of 28 feet with high Lumens) and low frequency (50 Watts • 220” Tab Tension Motorised RMS). The combination of these 2 Foreground Speakers played Plan: a vital role in filling up the Touchwood’s team designed sound in the entire club the Cabling in a way so as to and the massive 18” Bass accommodate any addition of Cabinets proved their worth speakers, changes in the woofer by providing adequate energy placements and changes in the to the room. The PX 11 Portable systems for Live Gigs speakers were planned and performance. The cabling layout was commissioned towards the submitted to the Designers and the end of the room as it needed agencies and accordingly the cabling to act as fillers to the main was initiated on-site. They used a foreground speakers.

Outdoor area deployed with Audac Speakers

Kasper Conduit Install cable of 2.5 sq. Challenges: mm. for the club and outdoor area, The Installation phase whereas the Patisserie is wired with proved to be challenging Kasper 1.5 sq. mm. Conduit Install for Touchwood. Their plan cables. They used over 700 meters of suspending the huge of cables to accommodate any foregrounds speakers using further change in the speaker/woofer truss, to ensure better placements. coverage and dispersion at The club area is equipped to the right angle was objected handle more than 8 speakers and 4 by the management of the woofers, while the outdoor area is entire complex better known designed to handle 8 speakers. as ‘The Mills’ which is a The DJ was provided with one century old cloth mill by the of the latest Pioneer CDJ-2000NXS2 name of Raja Bahadur Mills Players and DJM-900NXS2 Mixer, next to Pune Railway station, along with Yamaha MG10 XU Mixer, stating that “No product can whilst the artist would be using use the ceiling/truss for its the Yamaha MG16XU Mixer for live installation.” Although the gigs coupled with Wharfedale Active heights were of 15 ft to 25 ft, Speakers. the load bearing structure was 300 meters of audio cable has been laid down for interconnections between the zones. The main (Continued on page 54)

July - August 2019 Product Focus CONSOLES

Spotlight on mixing consoles popular in India’s entertainment venues (pubs / clubs)

Allen & Heath Qu Series

Qu mixers designed by Allen & Heath • USB streaming to/from an Apple® Mac or research and development team have earned Windows PC computer the industry’s respect. Its three different • MIDI DAW Control driver for Mac (con- models i.e. Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-32, helps verts to HUI or Mackie Control) users to be confident that they will sound • USB transfer of Scenes, Libraries, Shows like a pro. • User assignable Custom Layer Main Features include: Technical Specifications: • 38 In / 28 Out Digital Mixer; 7” colour • Dimensions & Weights touchscreen’ Desk mounted: Width x Depth x Height • 32 Mono Inputs (TRS + XLR); 33 Motor 850 x 500 x 186 mm (33.5”” x 19.7” x • 100 Scenes/Snippets with 500 Cues pro- Faders; 3 Stereo Inputs (TRS); 4 stereo FX 7.4”) vide powerful show automation possibili- with dedicated Sends and Returns • USB Audio Streaming: USB B, Core Audio ties • 24 Mix Outputs (XLR); 4 Stereo Groups; 2 compliant • AES50 and Ultranet let users expand their Stereo Matrix Outs • System: system with up to 96 channels with P16 • Extra stereo outputs – AES digital, Alt Out,  Dynamic Range: Measured balanced monitoring 2TRK out XLR in to XLR out, 0dB gain, 0dBu • Insert over 50 signal processors and ef- • dSNAKE Cat5 snake for remote audio us- input 112 dB fects across 8 stereo DSP engines ing AR2412, AR84 or AB168 • Frequency response: +0/-0.5dB 20Hz to • 32-in/32-out, 48kHz USB 2.0 audio inter- • 4 Mute Groups; 4 DCA Groups 20kHz face accommodates both studio and live • AnaLOGIQ total recall analogue preamps • dBFS Alignment: +18dBu = 0dBFS recording • Effects ported from the flagship iLive (+22dBu at XLR output) • Control your DAW via either Mackie Con- console • Meter Calibration: 0dB meter = -18dBFS trol or HUI protocols with full automation • Dedicated stereo FX return channels (+4dBu at XLR out) • Optional Midas iOS apps provide Wi-Fi • Master strip for quick access to mix levels • Meter Peak indication: -3dBFS (+19dBu at control via your iPhone or iPad XLR out), multi-point sensing and processing Technical Specifications: • Input channel linking for stereo sources Compressor: Self-key Sidechain • Input Processing Channels: 32 Input • Input processing – Preamp, HPF, Gate, Threshold / Ratio: -46dBu to 18dBu / 1:1 Channels, 8 Aux Channels, 8 FX Return PEQ, Compressor, Delay to infinity Channels • Automatic Mic Mixing Attack/Release: 300us – 300ms / 100ms - 2s • Output Processing Channels: 16 • Output processing – PEQ, Graphic EQ, • 16 aux buses, 6 matrices, main LRC: 100 Compressor, Delay • Internal Eff ects Engines (True Stereo / • 31 Band Real Time Analysis and Spectro- Midas M32 Series Mono): 16 gram • Internal Total Recall Scenes (incl. Pream- • 7” (800x480 pixel) colour touch screen for plifi ers and Faders): 100 M32 Digital Mixing Console is a 40-input quick control • Signal Processing: 40-Bit Floating Point digital mixer featuring the “1-million lifecycle” • Motorized faders for sends on faders, GEQ • I/O Latency (Console Input to Output): Midas pro faders. It is 96 kHz ready and fader flip and mix recall 0.8 ms carries 192 kHz AD/DA converters. Multiple • Quick copy and reset of processing, mixes • Network Latency (Stage Box In > Console expansion cards such as Dante, MADI and and scenes > Stage Box Out): 1.1 ms ADAT are available for digital networking and • 100 Scene memories • THD+N (0 dB gain, 0 dBu output): its onboard 32×32 USB interface allows real- • FX, processing and channel User Libraries <0.01% (unweighted) time tracking. • Qu-Drive for stereo and 18-track record- • THD+N (+40 dB gain, 0 dBu to +20 dBu ing/playback to USB hard drive Main Features include: output): <0.03% (unweighted) • Cirrus Logic converters and 40-bit floating • Input Impedance (Unbalanced / Bal- point offer 112dB of dynamic range anced): 10 kΩ / 10 kΩ • Master control section features a 7” TFT • Non-Clip Maximum Input Level: +23 dBu display that’s easily viewable even in • Phantom Power (Switchable per Input): daylight +48 V • Outfitted with 25 premium 100mm Midas • Equivalent Input Noise @ +45 dB gain Pro motorized faders rated to 1 million (150 Ω source): -125 dB (22 Hz-22 kHz, cycles unweighted) • Easily assign channels to 8 DCA groups • CMRR @ Unity Gain (Typical): >70 dB and 6 mute groups • CMRR @ 40 dB Gain (Typical): >90 dB • Assign audio across 25 independent, time- aligned, and phase-coherent mix buses

July - August 2019 48 Soundcraft Si Impact Technical Specifications: • Height: 160mm (6.3”) • Width: 750mm (29.5”) Si Impact brings the latest digital mix in- • Depth: 500mm (19.7”) novations together with the unrivalled sound • Weight: 20kg (44.1lb) • The new features make this a high end quality of Soundcraft. Designed to be as option that offers extremely clear sound simple as an analog mixer, but offer radical and a high level of flexibility and control. workflow enhancements such as the unique The PM10 is a fitting flagship model for FaderGlow system, massive DSP power, and Yamaha Rivage PM10 Yamaha and a worthy addition to the PM a pristine 32-in/32-out USB audio interface, Si range. Impact delivers digital live sound mixing and RIVAGE PM10 is a new generation con- Technical Specifications: recording for those who refuse to compro- soles that continues to evolve. In terms of Mixing Capacity: 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz; 144 in- mise on audio quality. sound quality, operation, functionality, reli- put channels, 72 Mix buses, 36 Matrix buses; Main features include: ability, expandability, and more, the RIVAGE Stereo buses A and B (or Mono bus), Cue • Up to 80 channels to mix PM10 is a thoroughly refined flagship that A/B, Monitor A/B • 32 Mic Inputs defines the direction for future generations. Input Channel: A/B, Gain Compensation, • 8 XLR/1/4” Combi-jacks for line inputs and It is a worthy heir to the PM name that Digital Gain, HPF, LPF, 4-band PEQ, 2 Dynam- instruments brings true innovation to the developing live ics, Delay, 2 insert points (x4 daisy-chain), • 40 DSP input channels (32 mono inputs sound scene. Direct Out HPF, LPF, 8-band PEQ, Dy- and 4 stereo channels/returns) Main Features include: Output Channel: • 31 Output busses (All with full DSP pro- • The new hybrid microphone preamps at namics, Delay (on channel and port), 2 insert cessing and GEQ) the input stage of the PM10 help create points (x4 daisy-chain) • 4-band Fully Parametric EQ on each chan- a solid foundation of sound for crisp clear Scene Memory: Number of scenes: 1000; nel and bus sound. Functions: Recall Safe, Focus Recall, Fade • 8 VCAs + 8 Mute groups • The great sound of the hybrid micro- Time, Preview, Overlay Filter, Isolate • 26 motorised faders (24 input + LR/Mono) phone preamplifier is its digital stage. The DCA/Mute Group: 24 DCAs, 12 Mute Groups • 4 fully customisable Fader Layers transformer circuitry and SILK processing Plug-ins: 384 plug-in slots (The maximum • Built-in Stagebox Connectivity incorporated in high-end analogue de- number of plug-ins used at a time varies • 5” touchscreen display vices from Rupert Neve Designs, designed depending on the plug-in types); 45 types • Multi-Colour LCD Channel Displays on by the legendary Rupert Neve himself, of plug-ins each input fader have been precisely modelled using GEQ/PEQ: 48 racks (96 for Flex15GEQ and • 4 studio-grade Lexicon Effects engines original Yamaha VCM technology. These 8-band PEQ); 31-band GEQ, Flex15GEQ, and dedicated FX busses preamplifiers are available for use on all 8-band PEQ • BSS Graphic Equalisers on every bus RIVAGE PM10 input channels. Recording: 2-track USB recording (MP3 • 20 sub-group / aux busses • The PM10 has been designed with and WAV); Multitrack recording and Virtual • 4 mono/stereo matrix busses operability in mind, as with all Ya- Soundcheck via Dante (option) • 32x32 USB audio interface for multi-track maha consoles. With the PM10 Yamaha I/O Network (TWINLANe) recording and playback have worked to take their already well 400 channels @ 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz, 32-bit • Increase I/O capabilities with option cards designed interface and extend its oper- Network latency: 11 samples at 44.1/48 kHz, and stageboxes: ability with new time saving and efficient 12 samples at 88.2/96 kHz  Use included MADI option card and features. Topology: ring for network redundancy Soundcraft Mini Stagebox 32i or 16i • As with most Yamaha consoles, the PM10 Recommended cable: Neutrik opticalCON for more microphone preamps, inputs features Yamaha’s industry standard select DUO multimode fiber (HY256-TL) or Neutrik and channels to mix channel concept, providing direct access opticalCON DUO singlemode fiber (HY256-  Add 2nd MADI option card and two to parameters of any channel via its TL-SMF). Soundcraft Mini Stagebox 32i or 16i select key. for up to 96 microphone preamps, 136 • The PM10 also features a merged touch total inputs and 80 channels to mix. screen and fader strip which allows for  Add Dante option card for 64 chan- intuitive changes and editing on the fly nels of Dante to mix as well as facilitating 2-man operation.  Additional option cards available: • This console is fit for use in a number of AVIOM A-Net, CobraNet, AES/EBU, BLU solutions, whether it is for live sound in a Link, more venue or in a house of worship. • The Product Focus section is • Additional Soundcraft stageboxes avail- purely for information purpose able: Mini Stagebox 32R, Mini Stagebox and is only intended as a guide. 16R, Compact Stagebox, and Vi Stagebox

49 July - August 2019 COMPANY PROFILE Iris Buildtech, official distributors for Harmonic Design (HD), Ger- many chose the PALM Expo 2019 show floor and Indoor Compact Line Array Demo feature to intro- duce a range of innovative loud- speaker systems from HD to the Indian Market. PT met TIM MAIER, Export Manager for Harmonic De- sign Audiotechnik GMH. to under- stand a little more about what the company had to offer. AHEAD OF THE CURVE In Conversation with Tim Maier of Harmonic Design

ounded in 1980 in Rutesheim, measuring system took computer- showcased the HLS Tour SYS - a are interchangeable, so as to be the company began by aided speaker development to a Complete Line Array System with able to achieve the optimum result Fintroducing Hardy Amps new level in the early ’90s. This was just Two Hybrid Line Source Dual 12” depending on the application and professional bass and guitar followed in 1994 by the first digital (HLS24P) Tops and Four Dual 18” requirement. amplifiers. After the company burnt signal processor with pioneering filter (Infra 218) Subwoofers along with a “The same speaker can be use down completely in a fire, the options. In recent years, the company Powersoft X8 Amplifier at the PALM in the conference room or it can company headquarters was relocated has developed technologies such Line Array demo. be integrated into the wall, or at and the company was rebranded as as the GroupDelayCorrection or the the same time, it can be used Harmonic Design GmbH. PowerSound algorithm. Beamforming Technology as a playing speaker for a small “The company was founded in Harmonic Design prides itself for Harmonic Design beamforming band. So it can used in every 1980 and initially we were focused investment into research, development loudspeakers offer great potential application. All of our speaker have only on R&D and distribution of and production of innovative for improving sound distribution in exceptional power performance and measurement and analysis systems loudspeaker systems and acoustic complex architectures and highly most of them are passive because like MLSSA Europe. However, we services. “We have now stopped OEM reverberant rooms. The goal is to with the passive we can enter did introduce our first PA speakers and we are using our knowledge focus the sound only on the listener’s into a new level of performance. and speaker system with integrated and technology for Harmonic Design surfaces, while shading areas that Active integrated solutions are not processors to the National German products because they have the create unwanted reflections and that powerful because they have market way before other big German capability to compete with other disturbing room resonances. limitations,” says Tim. manufacturers. The region where major manufacturers, says Tim. Talking about Harmonic’s we are located is more like the “Our products have the latest Beamforming Technology, Tim says, India focus “sound region” because all major technology on the inside, so we “The beam forming is very precise. So how does a product driven manufacturers of sound systems are can reduce the size of each speaker We can make the sound very narrow company, which prides itself on within a range of 15kms to 16kms. dramatically. For instance, in the like a laser or open it up. This is very innovation and quality plan on In the early days, we did a lot of line array shootout, we have one good for all applications, including penetrating a new market like India? OEM too, and Harmonic Design was loudspeaker speaker playing against houses of worship and home “Mostly, we are looking at our dealers distributed only in Germany. It was six to eight boxes. A single box audio because typically they have and distributors to do that for us,” only national sales and there was no can be used as a standalone box bad room acoustics. The Harmonic he says. interest in going global. But with the and is capable of powering an Beamforming technology cancels out Harmonic Design products on advent of globalization, since the last audience upto 2000 people. It can be all the unwanted reflections and you display at the Iris Buildtech booth decade, Harmonic too decided to go extended like modular systems, like can focus the sound only on the and Line Array Demo at PALM international,” says Tim Maier, Export in the line array demo and it can be listeners.” expo 2019 included Hd HLS24 - Manager for Harmonic Design. hanged as vertical array to make a Revolutionary HybridLineSource Harmonic Design products big line array to cover up to several Application Loudspeaker; Hd Infra218 - high- are designed, developed and thousand people easily. This is one Harmonic Design systems consist performance subwoofer; hd HLS24- manufactured entirely by hand in of our innovative products launched of the loudspeaker box, the digital TourSys2 - Allround PA-System; South Germany Steinheim an der in 2016. It is now being distributed system controller and the amplifier. hd MP-Series - full range cabinets; Murr, with only high quality and in every market and we decided to The individual components are hd C-Series pfamily of high-end durable components being sourced bring it for the first time to India,” networked together to ensure Commercial Sticks specially designed from regional suppliers in Southern he adds. easy operation, optimum sound for use with standard A/V-receivers Germany ensuring high quality and Iris Buildtech, official distributors quality and enormous reliability. and amplifiers and the hd Slim265 reliability of the products. The MLSSA for Harmonic Design in India The individual loudspeaker boxes subwoofer.

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53 July - August 2019 THE ART, SCIENCE & PSYCHOLOGY OF MONITOR MIXING

hile this goes to post the they ‘perform’ if its bad sounding I can assure you that you should what the artist is missing by merely Monitor Mixing Summit they ‘play’ and for some they don’t never lose heart and learn from your looking at their faces and the artistes W2019 will be over, I hope give quite a damn how its in the mistakes evaluate your strengths and too expect them to understand them this Summit will change our at- house as long as they are sounding weaknesses and if you have hit dead likewise. They get the sign language titude, workflow and planning to comfortable in their ears. end seek help from a veteran. in a jiffy from everyone in the band give the artistes a fantastic sounding For an Monitor Engineer he has Technically in my opinion great and they focus on looking at them stage mix, be it in their in-ears or in many roles to play, first he needs to monitor engineers are cats that and less head down on the control their wedges or both. Whilst some instill confidence into the artistes that understand gain structure extremely surface. The approach their changes have been doing a great job mixing he will do everything to make them well and buss structure & matrixing very well, they understand the dif- monitors for top tier acts in India, sonically comfortable, he then has architecture, this is the clinical part of ference between a coarse volume for many others Monitor Mixing is to prove every night that he is still the mix. The second skills are author- changes to a fine change to a - hair a ‘Black Art’ and for most there is the right man for the job no matter ity over the signal chain, the equali- pin change. They are so good that a fear/ambiguity of sending audio what the circumstance of acoustics, sation, the compression and gating even with confidence they reduce signals down artistes ears for the gear, ambient noise or audience may and the tertiary skills are the creative levels of other channels when ar- fear of being reprimanded, yelled at offer. This starts a long journey ina aspect of reverbs & delays and ambi- tistes want to hear their own voices or subjugated to an artiste intoler- process of building trust & confi- ent sounds hitting their ears. louder instead of increasing the vocal ant to any problems with monitoring dence in you and that is the most I am also given to understand volume. Some monitor engineers are whether it is their fault or not. important aspect the artiste looks for many guys still mix running Aux- like the trusted family doctor that How do you please somebody or in an individual mixing their moni- iliary’s pre-fader and my sincere when the artiste even sees them he an entire bands acoustic palette is tors. request to you is stop doing what already feels his mix will be good. where the blend of the art, science In India people are crestfallen and your doing because that is a grave So what am I trying to tell you is & phycology of good monitoring is lose confidence when they lose their injustice to the artiste, if it works for that even I can get lost in the nu- and it really starts with the most seat in Monitorland, most of the time you that’s ok but it isn’t good for merous permutations & combinations fundamental thing of good gear to they are not told the truth as to why artiste monitoring. If you are not us- of getting this right but in a nutshell begin with following into the prep of they aren’t on the job anymore and ing snapshots, can you really do such for being in the business for the past the racks and panels to have a easy that they may never ever find out, an exceptional job? Do you know two decades I can safely say setup into a good workflow around they are sometimes even reinstated the songs well and your so quick Talent, Hard Work a Great Person- your console and finally into the back after trying others to realize on your cues that you never miss a ality & a little bit of Luck!! And off most crucial aspect of monitor mix- they were the right ones for the job solo or a fader revision The truth is you go Mr. /MS Monitor Engineer ing, your talent as an engineer and after all. Well don’t be upset even you will and even the guys who do your relationship with the artiste in the US & Europe the same rules snapshots they constantly improvis- I always speak about relation- apply from changing engineers after ing their running snapshot whilst the Warren D’souza - Founder, ship with the artiste first as they all the first gig, to mid way during the gig is on as well as updating the Managing Director, & Working vary and the variable is very high, tour to the next tour to even stick- snapshot many times during a song, sometimes even bizarre, they all like ing with their Monitor Engineers for making it more & more ‘show ready’ Member of Sound.Com what they like and have their own two decades. The rules are “there are The physcological aspect of moni- Instagram @warrendsouza mental energies on stage, for some no rules” even wanton decisions are tor mixing is a game changer for #AudioEvangelist if it’s a good gig its good sound, for taken, from having a bad day and the pros and separates the veterans #SoundGuyForLife others if it’s a great sounding show letting go the best man for the job. from the rookies, they know exactly

Touchwood Automations invigorates Pune’s party scene... (Continued on from 47) supported by generation old trusses could give them an inclined angle completion, the second challenge Screen, Audac’s top of the line speak- that were resting on the beam and also hold the weight of 50kgs of was to mount the enormous 220” er and bass cabinets and Audac’s (Height of 14 feet from ground). one speaker presented a challenge to Tab Tension screen in the outdoors Outdoor weatherproof speaker are the Now, Touchwood and Cinco faced Touchwood Automations. at a height of 25 feet from the floor. major highlights of the entire project. a massive hurdle in the installation Getting the frame designed and The screen weighed more than 35kgs The owners and partners Varad phase as their plan was to deploy manufactured was comparatively easy, and had to be welded to withstand Patil and Anshul Shetty were ex- the china imported lighting from than the real challenges of installing the wind and moisture. tremely happy and satisfied with the the ceiling for the bar counter. This the frame and placing the speaker Except for the Benq projector which entire setup. “Thanks for taking care delayed their on-site work for more in the same. The speakers had to be by the time the project came to an of each requirement and completing than 2 weeks. placed 12 feet high from the floor end was discontinued, sourcing of all the space with an amazing sound and with the help of scaffolding it Execution: the other material was not a chal- and great video. The visitors are truly wasn’t easy. It took 4 engineers and They had to revamp the en- lenge as the importers of Audac were enjoying an amazing experience. installers to lift the speakers and carry tire design without changing the gracious to hold the material for them. You’ve truly fulfilled one of the five it step by step in the frame. outcome so Touchwood decided to Benq projector was sourced from their senses by delivering a great audio move the speakers on to the wall. Video Installation: industry colleague from Raipur. and video solution” commented the Restructuring a wall mount that Whilst the club was nearing The 220” Tab-Tension Motorized partners at Cinco.

July - August 2019 54

INSTALL STORY Bose Professional hits the right notes with a subliminal sound experience at The Piano Project, Indore

uickly rising up the ranks as launch of a bespoke entertainment part dining galore, and part saloon up a slew of house-favourite drinks, one of India’s best places and leisure dining destination called - The Piano Project features a plush which complements the exhaustive Qto live in, the city of Indore The Piano Project. floor expanse that houses dedicated menu of delectable knick-knacks and has it all – a strong sense of Located in the upbeat Vijay indoor and outdoor sections full-course meals to sheer perfection. community, impressive infrastructure, Nagar area of the city, The Piano complete with a stretch bar, relaxed A live pianist performs much to the and indeed a bustling nightlife, Project is a unique roof-top venue seating, an obviously enchanting delight of the crowd, who usually which in recent times has received that’s a hybrid creature in itself. Part décor, and of course true to its name chime in their support with joyous quite the shot-in-the-arm with the performance space, part living room, ... a live grand piano. The bar serves hums and sing-alongs as they listen, drink and socialize. Boney Kakwani – creator of The Piano Project features an amalgam of top-quality high-performance products The Piano Project, delves into which include the likes of the critically acclaimed RoomMatchUtility (RMU) series, the the essence of the venue as he dexterous FreeSpace series, and the global favourite Panaray series comments “We aimed to create a space that emphasizes music – an intimate space for emerging musicians to perform. In a city

Vibhor Khanna – Country Manager SAARC, Bose Professional

July - August 2019 56 with relatively little mainstream Professional’s signature crystal clear exposure to live music, we sound experience across the entire envisioned The Piano Project as venue while maintaining enough a venue that would play a key headroom to enable the system to go role in introducing new artists louder when required, without having and fostering a new listenership, to compromise on quality. while of course, catering a certain Vinayak comments, “With the amount of emphasis to the mass venue promoting a vast range of appeal as well. Our goal was, is music – both live and playback – and always will be to see our we realized that the system at The customers coming in for the music Piano Project needed to be extremely first, and then the restaurant.” Live versatile yet powerful and high on music in-tow, the venue also offers quality.” Working on this mandate, patrons the opportunity to enjoy the team devised a solution which upbeat electronic music, particularly comprised multiple numbers of the when the sun sets, as a part of the RMU208 loudspeakers along with the venue transforms into a nightlife MB210 subwoofers being deployed haven of sorts. as the main system at the bar area, An apparent emphasis on music which by far is the busiest section entails its evident dependence at the venue and usually demands on pristine quality audio higher energy levels. The VIP section reproduction – and this fact was features multiple numbers of RMU105 more than common knowledge loudspeakers and MB210 subwoofers to Mr. Kakwani, who insisted that strategically placed across the section The Piano Project be outfitted to maximize impact and listening with an all-encompassing and pleasure. The area adjacent to the comprehensive audio architecture in-house liquor store has been from Bose Professional to ensure integrated with multiple numbers of that his patrons enjoy a truly FreeSpace DS40SE loudspeakers, while subliminal sound experience. multiple numbers of the FreeSpace Says Mr. Kakwani, “When you DS16F in-ceiling speakers have been think of great quality sound, you deployed at common sections like think of Bose. So, when Vinayak the reception area and the lift lobby. and his team at Audiocratz pitched The outdoor terrace section, which us a comprehensive solution from hosts a completely unique music Bose, we were hooked. We needed vibe that’s mostly independent of an audio solution that would the indoor section, features the use The VIP section features multiple numbers of RMU105 loudspeakers and provide us with uncompromised of Bose Professional’s acclaimed MB210 subwoofers strategically placed quality yet adhere to the volume- Panaray 802-IV loudspeakers. The level requirements of each entire loudspeaker system is powered individual section of the venue; through an astute amplification by the individual sections that were Vibhor Khanna – Country and the eventual system that has solution comprising the use of housed inside it; while the outdoor Manager SAARC, Bose Professional – been designed and installed at multiple numbers of PM8500 section posed a similar challenge expresses his elation at the brand’s the venue meets our expectations configurable digital amplifiers but with a greater emphasis on association with The Piano Project, to perfection. The outdoor terrace from Bose Professional’s revered the uniform dispersion of sound. as he exclaims, “The atmosphere sounds just as amazing as the PowerMatch series, with system These challenges were dealt with at The Piano Project is always indoor dining section, despite the control and processing achieved efficiently and effectively by choosing electric and there’s an undeniable fact that the music focus at each through the efficient ControlSpace products from the RoomMatchUtility chemistry between the enchanting of these spaces is different. I guess ESP880 engineered sound processor. series, FreeSpace series and Panaray music experience and subliminal that’s pretty much a testimony The team have also installed the series, which helped us ensure that soundscape that engulfs the venue. to Bose’ expertise in providing CC-16 zone controller device at two we maintain Bose’ world-renowned It is an absolute pleasure for Bose unmatched sound performance!” dedicated locations at the venue sound signature across the entire Professional to be recognized as the Designed and integrated which affords instant control over venue, while adhering to the volume preferred brand partner to reinforce by Audiocratz Sound & Light the audio characteristics at each requirements of each individual an ingenious venue like The Piano Solutions with key support from individual section. section. Plus, the PowerMatch series Project which is at the forefront Bose Professional India, the audio Diving into details of the amplifiers ensures that the system is of shaping the music and nightlife architecture at The Piano Project system, Vinayak shares, “We worked able to generate enough power and scene in Indore. Our partners at features an amalgam of top-quality closely with the venue’s team of impact whenever the need arises, Audiocratz Sound & Light Solutions high-performance products which architects and with the team at while the ControlSpace engineered have done a fantastic job indeed, include the likes of the critically Bose Professional in understanding sound processor maintains optimum and we couldn’t be happier to hear acclaimed RoomMatchUtility (RMU) the ideal locations to place the performance of the loudspeaker of the raving reviews that venue series, the dexterous FreeSpace loudspeakers such that the system system coupled with unmatched has garnered for the superlative series, and the global favourite delivers optimum performance and safety benefits. Needless to say, the music experience it has consistently Panaray series. The focus here, also maintains the aesthetic appeal of entire management at The Piano offered. We congratulate the entire according to Vinayak Luthra – the place. The indoor section posed Project is extremely pleased with the management on being showered director of Audiocratz Sound & a challenge with the height of the performance of the system, and for with the kind main-stream success Light Solutions – was to emphasize ceiling and the overall dimension us, that’s the ultimate sign of a job and appreciation that they most uniform coverage of Bose of the space, which was furthered well-done!” definitely deserve!”

57 July - August 2019 PALM SOUND & LIGHT AWARDS - KNOW THE WINNERS The PALM Sound & Light awards honoured Mukesh th 9 edition Panjwani, CEO & Managing Director of MXMDR technolo- gies for spearheading the mass distribution of a mas- sive audio, video and elec- tronic product catalog, which is today of critical use, but difficult to get. PALM- rec ognizes the fact that con- Mukesh Panjwani, sumption has exploded on the mass level and Mukesh MX MDR Technologies Ltd. - Panjwani has done a tremen- dous job of satisfying this LIFETIME CONTRIBUTION demand by reaching even the smallest product, which TO THE PRO AUDIO is a 100% Made in Indian product to every corner of India. Today MXMDR has INDUSTRY also expanded to supply multi-utility affordable install sound of professional qual- ity. In this feature, PT charts Mukesh Panjwani’s journey and growth in this industry.

ith an experience of more than four Wdecades in the electronic and pro audio industry, Mukesh Panjwani has been instrumental in the growth of MXMDR Technologies, a true “Make in India” company that today supplies a huge range of electronic and pro audio products to the market. Starting with just one product – an EP 5.5mm connector and very little money in his pocket, his company today manufactures, audio video connectors, cables, cords, fiber optics CCTV camera accessories, speaker systems, power amplifiers, battery chargers, DJ Headphones and DJ Mixers to name just a few. Though Mukesh Panjwani From l-r: Anil Chopra, Mukesh Panjwani, Manish Gandhi and Ramesh Chetwani

July - August 2019 58 was from a non-business audio and video cords, background, he always nurtured accessories like surge a strong ambition to start a protectors, voltage business of his own. His father convertors etc. Extensive who worked in the service travel to other countries industry had already made it with his son Dipesh clear that he had just enough Panjawani, helped him money to help young Mukesh understand the new with his education. That is products being launched when Mukesh Panjwani started in the global market and working part-time in different he started manufacturing factories while also completing similar products here in his college education. Eventually, India. MXMDR also started through sheer hard work and exporting a lot to Singapore, determination he collected South Africa, Australia and enough money to setup a very China. small production unit with no A self-made man, to this other staff besides himself to day Mukesh Panjwani works make the connector. Working for on a 12-hour schedule more than 16 hours a days, he and answers every single

I have received many awards from the electronics industry and electronics associations but this is my first award from the pro audio industry of which I have been a part since the last 40 years. I am extremely pleased, honoured and overwhelmed to receive this recognition in front of my industry peers and colleagues.

Mukesh Panjwani, CEO & Managing Director, MX MDR technologies

slowly expanded his business, email, message and phone acquiring more production units call, even if it is late at by the late 70s, in Santacruz, night or the wee hours Goregaon and Andheri in Mumbai of the morning. Today he and hiring more people in these has around 210 employees units. He acquired properties in working under him. His Lamington road for his dealers main philosophy to provide so that they had easy access the best possible quality to electronic equipment being in the best possible price manufactured by MXMDR. He also also helped him grow his started sponsoring many events distributor network. MXMDR to help the industry. has around 68 distributors By 2006, Mukesh Panjwani had today who supply to almost realized that the volume of work 1400 – 1500 dealers across was increasing and it would be the country. His distributors difficult to work out of different are like family to him and units. That is when he put up a he believes in giving them huge factory in Vasai and shifted proper space and authority base to Vasai so that he could to sell. monitor all the production under MXMDR today is also one roof. channel partner for brands, The product portfolio too which include Peavey, SICA, started increasing from audio Superlux, Extron, Dragon connectors to video connectors, and Hill Audio.

July - August 2019 Audio & Music Production

LEWITT RELEASES NEW LCT SERIES MICROPHONE MODELS

Lewitt has announced the the LCT 040 MATCH in a stereo set-up The new LCT 140 AIR offers off-axis arrival of the LCT 040 MATCH and and the LCT 140 AIR on its own with sound suppression, pre-attenuation LCT 140 AIR in stores worldwide. an acoustic guitar, he described himself and low-cut filter, the SOUND toggle Encompassing a broad range as “blown away by the full and richly allows users to switch between AIR of small and large-diaphragm detailed sound,” adding that the “price and FLAT. While the former delivers an condenser and tube microphones, to quality ratio is unbeatable.” open character, the latter provides a the Lewitt LCT series is designed LCT 040 MATCH boasts a stripped- linear frequency response. for home studio owners wanting to back, ergonomic design. For maximum “We are delighted that the LCT 040 record acoustic instruments. positioning flexibility even in the most MATCH and LCT 140 AIR have been The LCT 040 MATCH is available restricted spaces, it features a durable greeted with so much interest and as a single pencil mic as well as and lightweight CNC’ed aluminum excitement,” says Roman Perschon, a stereo pair package, while the housing. Inside, the custom-designed founder and CEO of Lewitt. “We LCT 140 AIR brings new levels capsule is optimized with instant firmly believed that the time was of adaptability to instrument transient response for the natural right to bring our design ethos recordings. qualities of acoustic instruments. The and technology to a much broader Among the first end-users to test LCT 040 MATCH stereo pair is available audience. I’m very happy to see that the new microphones was Martin for $189, benefiting from Lewitt’s our customers agree! More people Zöscher, better known as Zed matching process which analyses than ever before are now experiencing Marty from the same-titled YouTube the microphones and couples those Lewitt, and I can’t wait to hear the production channel. Having trailed exhibiting identical behavior. results.”

IZOTOPE TRANSFORMING MIXING: INTRODUCES NEUTRON 3

iZotope, Inc., the experts in says iZotope Product Manager Sculptor works like a per-band army • Visual Mixer & iZotope Relay: intelligent audio technology, today Dan Gonzalez. “Our customers are of compressors and EQs to shape Launch Mix Assistant directly launched Neutron 3, designed always finding innovative ways to any track. It also communicates from Visual Mixer and move to bring mix workflows into the use our Assistants to benefit their with Track Assistant to understand tracks in a virtual space, tapping 21st century. Thanks to advances workflow and Mix Assistant is no each instrument and gives real-time into iZotope-enabled inter-plugin in machine learning, Neutron 3 different. With machine learning, feedback to help shape tracks to a communication. Advanced is the first-ever plug-in we’re helping everyone get to a target EQ curve, or experiment with • Improved interface: Beautiful, that listens to the entire session, great starting point for their mix, new sounds. smooth visualizations and a communicating with every track in so they can stay focused on their In addition, Neutron 3 includes resizable interface that invite you many new improvements and to step in and take control. enhancements based on feedback • Work faster with huge from the community, such as the performance gains that make redesigned Masking Meter that system slowdowns and standstills automatically flags masking issues a thing of the past. and allows them to be fixed from a • Improved Track Assistant listens convenient one-window display. to your audio and creates a Neutron 3 has also had a major custom preset for you based on overhaul in performance for faster what it hears. processing and load times and • 8 plug-ins in one convenient smooth metering. Sessions with mothership. Build your signal multiple Neutrons open much chain directly within one highly quicker, and refresh rates for connected, intelligent interface visualizations have doubled. with: Sculptor, EQ with Soft Neutron 3 Key Features Saturation mode, Transient Shaper, • NEW Mix Assistant: choose a focal 2 Compressors, Gate, Exciter, and iZotope Neutron 3 point for a mix and let Neutron 3 Limiter. automatically set levels before you • Component plug-ins: Complete the mix. Create a balanced starting creative input. I’m personally very ever have to touch a fader. freedom and control over point for an initial level mix built excited to see where this takes Neutron’s 8 modules as a single • NEW Sculptor module: Use around a focus chosen by the music making.” iZotope spectral shaping to make plug-in or as 8 individual plug-in mixer with Mix Assistant, saving Workflow is just one way Neutron instrument tracks sound more workhorses. time and energy for creative mix 3 is bringing mixing into the 21st like themselves...or something else • Tonal Balance Control: Updated decisions. century. Sculptor is a new module entirely. to support Neutron 3 to further “Neutron 3 moves us closer to (available in Neutron 3 Standard, and help you shape a balanced mix • Improved Masking Meter prevents a world where technology enables Advanced) for sweetening, fixing, based on tens-of-thousands of what all our customers love doing; and creative applications. Using tracks from stepping on each other and muddying the mix. being creative and making music.” never-before-seen signal processing, (Continued on page 62)

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Audio & Music Production KRK SYSTEMS LAUNCHES AUDIO TOOLS APP

KRK Systems, part of the Gibson acoustic environment. giving the user sound analysis Spectrum RTA and Sound Generator family of brands has introduced In addition to the EQ options of sine, continuous sine are great for finding nuances in any its KRK Audio Tools App for iOS Recommendation tool, the app sweep, white noise and pink noise— environment. and Android. This free suite of also includes a Spectrum Real Time all of which can help the analysis Also included is an professional studio tools includes five Analyzer (RTA), Level Meter, Delay process in different conditions. unprecedented Monitor Alignment useful and professional analysis-based and Polarity Analyzers, as well as a “We wanted to build something feature, which is used to determine game-changing for the new ROKIT the best placement of multiple G4 line that enables our users to monitors within proximity. This achieve better final mixes overall,” is accomplished by placing a explains Rich Renken, Product smart device on each monitor Manager—Pro Audio Division, Gibson separately and then rotating to Brands. “In terms of critical listening, the correct angle degree. A sixth the G4 monitors are completely tool, exclusive to ROKIT G4 owners, different, and a major upgrade from is the EQ Recommendation tool the previous G3 line. Our intentions that helps acclimate monitors to with the EQ Recommendation tool an environment by analyzing the are to suggest a flatter condition app-generated pink noise and and help get the user to a better subsequently suggesting the best EQ starting point. Ultimately, it still preset, which is set manually on the comes down to preference and back of the G4 monitors. using your musical ear, but it’s “We are extremely excited to certainly great to have this feature offer this app to the recording music available along with the others in community. Our team has put a the app.” great deal of energy and research Five of the app tools work with into the development of the app any monitor setup. This includes which in combination with the G4 the Level Meter, which assists with monitors, offers something never monitor level calibration to ensure before released in the market—at all monitors are at the same dB any price point,” says Jimmy Landry, level, as well as the Delay Analysis Global Director of Marketing—Pro feature that helps calculate the time Audio Division, Gibson Brands. “The from each monitor to the user’s feedback we’ve received on the new, Mission Control for ROKIT G4 ears. Additionally, the app’s Polarity and more professional sound of the function is used to verify the correct ROKIT G4s has been overwhelmingly components that work with any Monitor Align tool that helps users wiring of monitors, minimizing bass positive. With the release of the KRK monitor setup, and one powerful tool set their monitor positioning more loss and incorrect stereo imaging Audio Tools app, we are excited to that helps acclimate the new KRK accurately to their listening area. reproduction—the results of monitors hear what people create on the G4s ROKIT G4 monitors to their individual Within the app is a sound generator being out of phase, while the moving forward.”

IZOTOPE TRANSFORMING... FOCUSRITE LAUNCH THIRD-GENERATION SCARLETT USB-C (Continued on page 60)

AUDIO INTERFACES professional mixes. • 7.1 Surround sound support Focusrite has launched the series. There are six models in total, monitor outs for speaker switching. and zero-latency mode in all third-generation series of which features one mic input with All six models ship with cut-down Scarlett 8 modules for professional, audio interfaces, featuring phantom power and one switchable versions of Pro Tools and Ableton USB-C lightweight processing for audio upgraded mic preamps with line/instrument input with line-level Live, plus bundled plug-ins from post or surround music mixes. extended gain and dynamic range, direct monitoring outs for zero- XLN Audio, Softube, and Focusrite Visual Mixer and iZotope Relay and the ‘Air’ ISA transformer-based latency monitoring, right up to the themselves (the Red plug-in will be Included free with all Neutron preamp emulation from their top-of-the-range 18-in, 20-out 18i20, bundle). 3 Advanced demo downloads. In more expensive Clarett and Red with built-in talkback and four direct addition, Music Production Suite 2.1 will now include Neutron 3 Advanced, and iZotope Elements Suite will be updated to include Neutron Elements (v3).

Three different options for Neutron 3 Neutron 3 will be available in three different flavors - Neutron Elements, Neutron 3 Standard, and Neutron 3 Advanced - to fit the complex needs of the mixing world.

July - August 2019 62 Audio & Music Production ICON PRO AUDIO RELEASES AWAITED PLATFORM NANO

iCon Pro Audio has announced illuminated buttons for channel the availability of Platform Nano, an control, including Mute, Solo, addition to its acclaimed modular and record; six illuminated Platform series of MIDI/audio control transport buttons, including play, surfaces. stop, record, rewind, fast-forward, At a transportable weight of and loop; illuminated Zoom 1.3kg/2.8lb, the compact — 19.5 buttons with two directional cm/7.8” (W) x 21.5 cm/8.5” (D) x 5.5 (left/right and up/down) keys,

cm/2.1” (H) — Platform Nano brings for use in combination with control to popular DAWs with a the Jog wheel; two illuminated single motorised fader alongside a track buttons, for easy selection selection of hands-on controls laid of individual channels; and two out across a top panel, including illuminated bank buttons, for four rotary dual-function encoder shifting groups of eight channels knobs, while an 11-segment LED at a time. (Light Emitting Diode) surrounds Platform Nano sports a the main knob control to indicate desktop design that connects its rotating position; a Jog shuttle via a USB 3 Type B connector wheel, for fast search, scrub, and which functions as a MIDI port control; eight colour-coded function to the connected computer and buttons coordinating with five compatible software, while also different colour layers, for switching providing power to the Platform a variety of function controls; Nano itself.

ISOACOUSTICS INTRODUCES NEW APPROACH TO SPEAKER ISOLATION

IsoAcoustics has introduced flange suction cup that the ISO-PUCK mini, another new adheres to the underside approach to speaker isolation in of the speaker or monitor the shape of a set of speaker cabinet and a lower stands. isolator that anchors to the Designed for smaller speakers supporting surface. and studio monitors, ISO- The lightweight, low- PUCK mini is said to eliminate profile design makes the vibrations to improve the clarity ISO-PUCK mini portable and focus of speakers and for the travelling producer monitors both in the studio or sound engineer. Each and at home. Sitting between puck measures only the speaker or monitor and the 1.7-inches (44mm) across supporting surface, the ISO- and 0.9-inches (24mm) in PUCK mini features an upper height.

July - August 2019 Audio & Music Production

WOLFGANG FRAISSINET LEAVES GEORG NEUMANN GMBH; MANAGEMENT TO REPORT TO PETER CLAUSSEN

Wolfgang Fraissinet, President microphone portfolio. Today, more than 80% of the Marketing and Finance, will In May 1992, he was professional recording studios leave the studio specialist Georg made head of marketing and worldwide use mainly Neumann Neumann GmbH to pursue new sales, a position in which he microphones in their work; since career opportunities in the audio professionalized the company’s 1991, Neumann’s turnover has and music industry. “We thank international marketing and PR grown tenfold. Most recently, the Wolfgang for his huge contribution activities, thus raising awareness Neumann portfolio was successfully to the success of Georg Neumann of the Neumann brand and firmly extended into studio headphones GmbH for almost three decades,” anchoring it in the premium with the launch of the new NDH said Peter Claussen, COO of recording segment. 20. Sennheiser. In 2000, Wolfgang became “On behalf of the entire Until the position has been President, Marketing and Sales executive management board filled, the Neumann management of Georg Neumann GmbH. of Sennheiser, I would like to team will report directly to When Neumann took over thank Wolfgang for his immense Claussen, who is also President the Klein+Hummel monitoring contribution to the company’s Research and Development of loudspeaker business in 2010, he success,” continued Peter Claussen. Georg Neumann GmbH. “We have was instrumental in successfully “With his determination and a fantastic team at Neumann – establishing the new monitor line commitment, his wealth of expertise together, we will ensure a smooth in the studio market. and close ties within the audio transition for our customers,” Wolfgang successfully industry, Wolfgang has played a continued Claussen. Wolfgang Fraissinet, Georg Neumann introduced a new CI/CD for vital role in driving the Neumann With a solid background in GmbH Neumann.Berlin, culminating in a business forward for almost three premium brand marketing and move to new headquarters in Berlin decades. His accomplishments an education in classical piano by Sennheiser in 1991. During this in 2015. Apart from his business include enlarging the studio at Berlin Conservatory, business transitional period, Wolfgang was endeavors, Wolfgang has always specialist’s product portfolio and graduate Wolfgang Fraissinet part of the team that helped to pursued his musical interests, and has making Neumann a highly desirable started his career with Georg successfully integrate the Neumann been involved in various international brand not only in the studio field. Neumann GmbH in 1990, shortly business into that of the parent productions of classical, jazz and film We thank him and wish him all the before the company was acquired company, with a clear focus on the music. best in his new endeavors.”

WAVES AUDIO AND ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS INTRODUCE THE ABBEY ROAD STUDIO 3 PLUGIN, POWERED BY WAVES NX TECHNOLOGY

Waves Audio has introduced number-one chart toppers by Frank protective of the acoustic properties at Waves Audio. I hope this plugin Abbey Road Studio 3 plugin, created Ocean, Brockhampton and Florence of its studios for software emulations, inspires music creators worldwide in collaboration with Abbey Road + the Machine: all were recorded, and the Studio 3 control room is no to realize their visions with more Studios and powered by Waves Nx mixed and perfected at Abbey Road exception. After speaking with Yoni confidence than ever before.” immersive audio technology. Studio 3. Zlotkin (Waves Product Manager) Mick Olesh, Waves EVP of The Waves Abbey Road Studio The Waves Abbey Road Studio 3 and the Waves team at length over Sales & Marketing, comments, 3 plugin brings the impeccable plugin brings the perfect acoustics many months, I began to feel more “The Waves Abbey Road Studio 3 acoustics of the legendary Abbey of the Studio 3 control room into confident these guys had some marks a pivotal point in the prolific Road Studio 3 Control Room to any your headphones – in glorious groundbreaking theories on how such cooperation between Waves Audio set of headphones. For the first time three-dimensional sound, powered a sensitive task could be realized. Not and Abbey Road, which began ever, thanks to Waves’ Nx technology, by Waves’ pioneering Nx technology everything worked first time and we in 2011. This plugin is not only a the complete acoustic response of for immersive 3D audio. This went back to the drawing board on technical breakthrough, it faithfully Abbey Road Studio 3, a perfect music unique plugin, used with any set a few occasions. Our breakthrough mirrors Waves’ ongoing commitment mixing room, has been captured for of headphones, gives you the same moment was when Giles Martin to serve our user base, by offering immersive use on headphones. stellar audio qualities that make came into the Studio 3 control room them tools that augment and The Studio 3 control room is Studio 3 the world’s best studio with some Universal Music executives enrich their workflow and especially Abbey Road’s flagship mix room, control room. and we did a playback. The positive their creative options. With the designed by the world’s greatest In addition, this plugin also reaction from all in the room was Abbey Road Studio 3 plugin, we acousticians to provide the ultimate delivers full 5.1 and 7.1 surround immediate and confirmed our have managed to overcome a music production and mixing sound, modeled after the studio’s suspicions we had created something common yet critical missing factor environment. This unique control original surround setup. Users can special and unique. This plugin was for many engineers, producers and room is home to music’s greatest mix professionally for surround – on probably the most challenging yet musicians: not only the ability to legends. From modern classics by any set of stereo headphones. and I’m extremely grateful to the obtain a professional-sounding work Radiohead, Amy Winehouse and Mirek Stiles, Head of Audio Abbey Road engineers for their environment, but easy and affordable Kanye West, to contemporary mixes Products at Abbey Road says: “Abbey feedback and input, and to the access to one of the best-sounding of the Beatles and Pink Floyd, to Road has historically been very talented, resilient and patient team rooms in the world.”

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AVID EXPANDS AUDIO CONTROL SURFACE PORTFOLIO TO BETTER ADDRESS NEEDS OF SMALLER FACILITIES AND PROJECT STUDIOS

Avid has unveiled two new audio control surfaces—the Avid S4 and Avid S1— for professionals at smaller facilities and project studios. These products provide the industry’s most integrated, powerful yet affordable solutions and will be available in late 2019. Avid S4 brings the power and monitoring and workflows of Avid’s industry- capabilities combine to to deliver better sounding mixes leading Pro Tools | S6 control create a professional system with faster. From recording and editing surface to budget-conscious audio control and flexibility at the user’s projects. tracks, to mixing and monitoring in professionals and small to mid-size fingertips.” S4 provides extensive visual stereo or surround, S1 provides the music and audio post facilities in feedback, with the ability to display comprehensive control and visual an ergonomic and more compact World-class mixing for smaller studios everything from channel meters, feedback to accelerate any music package. The Avid S1 delivers the with Avid S4 groups, EQ curves, and automation workflow. Like the S6 and S4, the unparalleled speed, rich visual Designed for small- to mid- data, to scrolling high-res Pro Tools new S1 is powered by EUCON to feedback, and software integration sized music studios and audio post waveforms, which can be edited offer deep integration with Pro Tools of Avid’s high-end consoles in a facilities, Avid S4 delivers industry- right from the surface. The easy- and Media Composer, plus native portable, slimline surface that’s an standard S6 workflows to any editor to-configure, semi-modular surface support for third-party applications easy fit for any space or budget. or mixer. It acts and feels like a gives users the flexibility to build the such as Logic Pro, Cubase, Premiere “The Avid S4 and S1 control physical extension of software, ideal system for a specific workflow, Pro, and more. With S1, users can surfaces open up a world of providing an exceptionally integrated from 8 to 24 faders, with the ability easily scale the surface as their capabilities never before possible experience with any EUCON-enabled to add displays, joystick, post, and needs grow. Audio professionals can for music mixers, smaller studios DAW, such as Pro Tools, Nuendo, knob modules. When paired with connect up to four units together— and educational facilities, answering Pyramix, Logic Pro, Cubase, and Pro Tools | Ultimate, S4 brings the and even add Pro Tools | Dock— our customers’ calls for the power, other audio software. S4 also enables most efficient hands-on Dolby Atmos to create a single extended and workflows and key functions of engineers to quickly assign and mixing in the industry to any room. integrated surface. From responsive Pro Tools | S6 in more streamlined control talkback, listenback, and motorized faders and knobs to fast- and affordable in-studio solutions,” speaker sources and levels right from Mix big in any space with Avid S1 access touchscreen workflows and said Rob D’Amico, Director, Audio the surface to handle everything from Avid S1 gives audio professionals Soft Keys for completing complex and Video Segment at Avid. “Avid simple cue mixes for music recording the hands-on speed, precision, control surface, software, audio I/O, to monitoring immersive audio and software integration needed (Continued on page 67)

AUDIENT INTRODUCES THE NERO DESKTOP MONITOR CONTROLLER

Audient has announced the Nero output. It also has four headphone The Nero features Audient’s channels. They’ve also included a desktop monitor controller. This outputs with independent volume “Precision Matched Attenuation feature called Smart Touchpoints, controller comes with four stereo controls – one for the engineer and Technology”. The company claims which allows you to customize inputs, three stereo speaker outputs, three foldback headphone outs for that this ensures perfectly matched settings and save them to the and a subwoofer output, among the artists. volume levels for the left and right Nero’s configurable buttons. From other features. what we know so far, it seems that Audient says that the company’s the Nero’s routing options are quite analog console heritage and the a bit more flexible and customizable high-end Centro controller inspire its than the front panel reveals at first newest monitor controller. glance. There’s also an internal talkback FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY microphone, as well as an input The Audient Nero has four stereo with phantom power for an external analog inputs. These include two line talkback mic. level inputs, one cue mix input, and All in all, the Audient Nero seems one aux input (RCA or mini jack). like an interesting new option for a There are also optical and coaxial mid-grade monitor controller. It looks SPDIF digital inputs. On the output like it does pretty much anything side, the Nero features three stereo you’d want in a small to medium speaker outputs and one subwoofer studio, and maybe more.

July - August 2019 66 Audio & Music Production PRESONUS ERIS XT MONITORS NOW SHIPPING

PreSonus is now shipping the significantly lowers frequencies. new Eris XT active studio monitors, Available in addition to the original featuring an all new elliptical Eris E5, the E5 XT features a 5.25-inch waveguide design that provides a woven composite woofer and 1-inch wider sweet spot and more focused silk dome tweeter, backed by 80W of vertical dispersion, making them a biamped, Class AB power to deliver perfect fit for any near field mix up to 102 dB SPL. Its frequency environment. Larger enclosures afford response ranges from 48 Hz to an extended low-frequency response 20 kHz. Replacing the original Eris that complements the new high- E8, the E8 XT is equipped with an frequency design. 8-inch woofer and 1.25-inch tweeter The new custom elliptical powered by 140W of biamped, Class waveguide design provides superior AB amplification and can crank out high-frequency response with a up to 105 dB SPL. Its frequency broad 100° horizontal dispersion to response ranges from 35 Hz to 20 expand the sweet spot. The tightly kHz. Like all PreSonus studio monitors, focused 60° vertical dispersion Eris XT monitors provide acoustic minimizes early reflections, helping to tuning controls that allow you to eliminate one of the most common configure the speakers perfectly for sources of environmental interference, your room. You get Low-cut, mid, creating a more consistent response and High controls, as well as 3-way both on- and off-axis. The result is acoustic space tuning that allows you detail and depths that reveal subtle to easily compensate for the sonic transients, delicate reverb trails, and consequences of speaker placement a consistent listening experience in against a wall or in a corner. interface, analog or digital mixer, including protection against RF any mix environment. In addition, Eris XT monitors provide monitor controller, or almost any interference, output current limiting, the XT models’ ported enclosure is balanced XLR, balanced ¼-inch, and other line-level source. Eris monitors over-temperature protection, power larger than that of the original E5 unbalanced RCA line-level inputs, so also have safety features to reduce on and off transients, an external and E8, allowing them to reproduce you can hook them up to an audio the chance of accidental damage mains fuse and subsonic protection.

WAVES AUDIO INTRODUCES THE BASS FINGERS PLUGIN

Waves Audio has introduced not a computer. Featuring an extensive sample Bass Fingers offers the most the Waves Bass Fingers Plug- Waves’ Bass Fingers translates library that contains 14GB of extensive and realistic finger- in, an addition to its expanding your MIDI input into basslines hand-crafted bass samples, style bass vocabulary possible. line of virtual instruments. full of character and personality, Bass Fingers is the most giving the same mechanics, detailed and nuanced finger- variations and dynamics that a style bass virtual instrument in seasoned bass player creates existence. Users can lay down naturally across the fretboard. authentic and realistic-sounding Designed, recorded and edited by basslines with the personality highly regarded bass player Or of a seasoned bass player— Lubianiker (Marty Friedman, Gus intuitively on your keyboard. G, Bumblefoot), Bass Fingers is It is a common challenge to an ultra-natural-sounding, high- create realistic sounding MIDI bass performance virtual instrument lines, since there is more to it with an extensive range of than just notes—users want to articulation and control over hear the expressiveness, the touch your sound—from open string of the strings hitting the frets, and sustain, natural legatos, release all the goodness that happens and decays, to realistic percussive in between the notes to make a playing, slides, mechanical noises, bassline sound like a player and and other natural playing effects.

AVID EXPANDS AUDIO CONTROL SURFACE... (Continued on page 66)

Music Community with Avid creative tools and solutions. recording your own demo, and going tasks with a single touch, S1 provides Avid’s Connect Live Nashville It includes free training classes for from sketch to song. Breakout panel the speed and versatility to accelerate event celebrates the music attendees, with topics covering discussions will cover Dolby Atmos, any music, audio post, or video project. community that creates, produces, studio session recording techniques, music creation, audio engineering, Join the Celebration of the Global performs, and distributes its music live recording technology for gigs, audio mixing, and music production.

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FAMOUS WORKING COMPANY LAUNCHES CO-WORKING SPACE IN MUMBAI Famous Studios Mahalaxmi launches its own co-working space for creative entrepreneurs with dedicated seat plans and access to Famous studios different facilities

Famous Studios believes that foundation for Famous Working our hot seat plan that allows you an environment to collaborate in every kind of creator deserves to Company. We offer you a space to work from any spot that sparks peace. This plan is for individuals be at a place that offers access embellished with a sweep of services, inspiration. This plan gives you and teams who require the calm of to the entire spectrum of services walled offices. that cater to their art. Innovation in Along with the workspace, FWC 3 Seater Private Office technology and the rising demand offers a host of other services to for content has laid the foundation individuals by giving them access for exciting growth opportunities to a private movie theatre, sound to help creative entrepreneurs recording studio, unique spaces create, succeed and grow. The like the Glass House Courtyard, the combination of these factors laid games room and a state-of-the- the foundation for Famous Working art conference room. With high Company: a co-working space speed internet, offers on food and designed to foster the creative unlimited coffee – we have it all mind. covered. Speaking on this occasion, the Apart from these services, only Founder & Director, Anant Roongta at Famous do you get access said “Famous has always been a the shooting stages, the in- cultural hub providing opportunities house Motion Capture facility, the

Glasshouse Courtyard Indoor

Meeting Room Workspace

to all the creative minds in the facilities, latest technologies, and awe- access to the open desks in the Phantom Flex Lab, Ready to shoot industry. In the past decade, we inspiring infrastructure, to help you common workspace area. The ‘Nest’ sets and a high-end Editing Suite. have witnessed a paradigm shift grow, create, advance and succeed”. is the desk plan, designed to help There is even early bird admission in the media and tech industries. The USP about Famous Working individuals settle down and have a to concerts, events, meets and all A meticulous understanding of Company is their offerings, with three dedicated desk. Lastly the ‘Den’ is the hottest events at FWC. these factors alike have laid the seat plans. The ‘Beehive’ allows is our cubicle plan that gives your team

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Product Focus INSTALLATION SPEAKERS

Spotlight on recent install speakers; Launch Period 2018-2019

Adamson Systems IS10p

This IS10p is a 2-way, full range point Tech Specifications: source cabinet a new point source additions • Frequency Range (+/-3 dB): 60 Hz - 18 to Adamson’s heralded IS-Series of install-fo- kHz cused loudspeaker products. It is suited to a • Nominal Directivity (-6 dB) H x V: 70° x wide variety of applications. Its full range ca- 40° Rotateable pability (60 Hz) at reasonable levels qualifies • Maximum Peak SPL: 139 dB for applications where sub is not required. • Components LF: 2 X ND10-LM The choice in dispersion pattern enables the • Components HF: Adamson NH3-8 3” IS10p to supplement larger systems as a fill Diaphragm / 1.4” Exit Compression Driver • Maximum SPL : 133dB continuous, 139dB cabinet when in use in theaters, arenas and • Nominal Impedance LF: 8 Ω (2 x 16 Ω) peak stadiums. Other target applications include • Nominal Impedance HF: 8 Ω • Nominal Impedance: LF: 8Ω, MF + HF: dance clubs, large meeting rooms, and con- • Power Handling (AES / Peak) LF: 700 / 8Ω temporary churches. 2800 W • Dispersion (-6DB): 70˚ horizontal, 40˚ Main Features include: • Power Handling (AES / Peak) HF: 110 / vertical • It contains 2x ND10-LM Low-Mid drivers 440 W • Crossover: 200Hz active, 2kHz passive (2x 16 Ω) and an NH3-8 1.4” exit com- • Connection: 2x Speakon NL4 or Barrier • Enclosure: 250 litre, multi-laminate birch pression driver (8 Ω) Strips ply • The prolate spheroidal waveguides to pro- • Height Front (mm / in): 737 / 29 • Connectors: 2 x Neutrik NL4 duce a nominal dispersion pattern of 70° • Width (mm / in): 326 / 12.85 • Dimensions: (W) 1067mm x (H) 558mm x 40° (H x V), rotatable in 90° increments • Depth (mm / in): 442 / 17.4 x (D) 780mm (908mm); (W) 42ins x (H) • The cabinet construction uses marine • Weight (kg / lbs): 21 / 46.3 22ins x (D) 30.7ins (35.7ins) grade birch plywood as well as air- • Weight: 77.5kg (170.5lbs) craft grade aluminum and steel, and is equipped with two Speakon NL4 connec- Martin Audio TH Series tors (IS10p), or barrier strips (IS10pb) Bose DesignMax DM8S • A plate and screw rigging system placed on four faces of the enclosure, with a TH Series by Martin Audio comprised two Delivering SPL suitable for foreground multitude of accessories allowing the very high performance, all-horn, three-way music, the 125-watt DesignMax DM8S loud- enclosure to be deployed seamlessly in a systems in both a horizontally and vertically speaker features a two-way, 8-inch coaxially variety of applications. formatted package. They are designed to mounted woofer and a center-firing 1-inch complement the styling of its best-selling compression driver, producing a 50 Hz - 20 CDD and BlacklineX Series and are ideal for kHz frequency range. The DM8S is surface- nightclub and large scale installs. mounted and locks onto a hidden QuickHold Main Features include: (Three-Way BI-AMP U-bracket for fast, secure installation.. 15” Horizontally Orientated High Power System) • All-horn three-way system • ‘Phase-ball’ loaded mid-driver • Hybrid® LF section • Fitted with handles and castors • Horizontal format Tech Specifications: • Type: Three-way bi-amp trapezoid Hybrid® fully horn loaded • Frequency Response (5): 50Hz-18kHz ± 3dB • Driver: 15” (380mm)/4” (100mm) coil bass driver; 10” (250mm)/2.5” (63.5mm) coil mid driver; 1” (25mm) exit HF compres- Main Features include: sion driver • Deliver instantly impressive sound with • Sensitivity (8) LF: 104dB, MF + HF: custom Bose drivers — no DSP or EQ re- 104dB quired. For even better sound, use select Bose DSPs and amplifiers to enable Bose loudspeaker EQ and SmartBass processing, which expands performance and response at any listening level

July - August 2019 70 protection • Blend into any room design with elegant • Directivity Matched Transition (DMT) for form factors, minimum-bezel grilles avail- consistent frequency response across the able in black or white, and removable entire coverage area logos This proprietary • Professional appearance looks great in • Reduce installation time with the special circuitry any application patented QuickHold mounting system, takes care of the • Use for main PA, stage monitor, or instru- which also reduces strain, hassle, and the array optimization ment amplifier chance of product damage and allows the user • 35 mm pole socket • Install easily — all models include to easily adjust the • Optional yoke, tote, and outdoor cover Euroblock connectors; ceiling-mounted system behavior to accessories models include plenum-rated backcans, meet the application • It provides one-touch access to preset tile-bridges, and front-access audio wiring requirements. contours for the most commonly-used that makes installation and troubleshoot- • For an architectural applications including Default (Full-Range), ing easier integrated installa- Default with External Subwoofer, and • Deliver high SPL for clear foreground tion, a 16mm cavity Dance with External Subwoofer, Floor music in the back of the Monitor, and Speech. • Applications: Performing arts venues, speaker provides Tech Specifications: Places of worship, Conference centers, ample space for • Configuration: Two-way active loudspeak- Retail stores, Restaurants and bars and hidden speaker wir- er hospitality venues. ing, even when the • LF Transducer: 12 in (305 mm), Technical Specifications: speaker is mounted • HF Transducer: 1.4 in (35.6 mm) com- • Frequency Response (+/-3 dB): 70-20,000 flat against a wall. pression driver Hz • Removable Input • Frequency Response (-6 dB): 49 - 20 kHz • Nominal coverage (H x V): 115° x 115° screw connector • Frequency Range (-10 dB): 47 - 20 kHz • Power Handling, peak: 500 W offers reliable, easier, • Nominal Coverage Angle: 75° Axisymetric • Maximum SPL @ 1m: 117 dB and more efficient • Maximum Rated SPL1: 126 dB • Frequency Range (-10 dB): 60-20,000 Hz wiring. • Amplifier: Class D • Power Handling, long-term continuous : • For high-impedance (100V) operation, an • Peak: 800 W (LF), 200 W (HF) 125 W optional multi tap transformer is available. • AC Power Input: Universal power supply • Sensitivity (SPL/1W @ 1 m): 96 dB Technical Specifications: 100 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz • Nominal Impedance: 8 Ω (transformer • Frequency Response (-10dB): 135Hz - • AC Power Consumption (1/8th Power): bypass) 20kHz 100 VAC, 0.75A - 240VAC 0.31A • Horizontal Coverage: 90º (+/-20º 1.5- • Grille: 18 Gauge powder-coated steel 5kHz) • Dimensions (HxWxD): 20.3 x 13.8 x 12.7 Next-proaudio Matrix • Vertical Coverage: 25º(+/-10º 1.2-16kHz) / in; 516 x 350 x 323 mm (+10º/-5º 1.5-16kHz) • Net Weight: 30.3 lbs (13.7 kg) • Sensitivity: (1W@1m) 100dB/97dB • Shipping Weight: 36.3 lbs (16.5 kg) MATRIX passive column arrays are com- • Dimensions (WxHxD): 108 x 677 x posed of closely-spaced state of the art, 3” 152mm (4.25 x 26.65 x 5.98in) neodymium transducers housed in a stylish • Net Weight: 6.2kg (13.7lb) and yet sturdy aluminum/wood chassis for excellent Architectural Integration. These speaker arrays has developed in order to of- fer the highest intelligibility at high SPL and QSC CP Series wider frequency response while providing constant beam-width over a user selectable CP Series of compact, powered loudspeak- vertical coverage. This accurate beam control ers represents the best-in-class powered extends up to 10 kHz, well beyond the loudspeaker solution for customers who de- benchmark of 4kHz of traditional single-driver sire QSC performance, quality and reliability loudspeakers. at a value price point. This series comprised Main features include: two 2-way models, the CP8 and CP12. Both • These column arrays are able to focus models feature a highly efficient 1000-watt the acoustical energy where it is needed, Class-D power module, one-touch preset the listening area, leading to significant DSP contours for the most common sound improvements to speech intelligibility and reinforcement applications, and line, mic/line musical clarity even in critical acoustic and 3.5 mm stereo inputs. Each can also be environments. pole-mounted, utilized as a floor monitor, or • For even greater versatility, the vertical deployed in a fixed or temporary installation. dispersion pattern can be switched for Main features include (CP12): Wide or Narrow coverage. • Advanced DSP with Intrinsic Correction • The heart of the NEXT MATRIX column for superior sound quality and speaker arrays is the internal processing board. • The Product Focus section is purely for information purpose and is only intended as a guide.

71 July - August 2019 The Bright Spark THINK GUYS Viraf Pocha

ope all of you had a great dips over the shed - a dozen LED Indian brat under his wing, took HPALM Expo. screens jump up. For me the most me out for a sandwich and ex- If you missed it this year, do surreal image is over a thousand plained to me, ‘Son, whichever way write it into your schedules and moving lights all flying about - you cut it, if you are successful, visit next year. silently. No music in a silent hall. your professional fee will definitely In a short time PALM has Very Cool. be more than return on investment become huge. It now spans large In a small but significant corner on equipment. Trouble is, if you areas of land. Its run out of build- at the back of the hall, sit the video don’t have top class equipment - ing space and a lot of important boys. Planning our future. Whichever you’ll never be a top class designer.’ installations and exhibition areas way you look at it - it’s just a matter No truer words have ever been are now housed in temporary of time before they take over all our said to me, and I personally have structures. work. Right now, its just wonderful benefitted immensely from this- wis As a first sign on how far to see how projections can alter our dom. Friends thought I was an idiot Event Technology has progressed - world and wonder just how far we to borrow to buy equipment I still even the temporary structures are will progress down that road. did not know how to use. But I am better equipped than permanent In all of this market of madness, so...so...so glad I did. finance meeting? structures were, just a few years where stall owners can spend lesser Who knows? Was it the fear of How do we get a finance guy ago. and lesser time with buyers as there not being able to repay the loan. focussing on cutting costs, to When I congratulated the are just so many. All shopping for The pressure I put on myself to work open up and spend money on a organisers on the scale they have great deals which are becoming both myself out of this strange spot I designer who can save costs in achieved, all I got is one word very easy and very difficult. found myself in. The determination the long run. - ‘INDIA’. Prices are dropping, inventories to prove all the naysayers wrong - Too too often I have seen de- What a fine tribute to a - grow and warehouses are getting stuffed or some combination of all three cisions being shut down to service ing country, and a finer tribute with more and more equipment. that made me just get better and a short term financial goal. to all of us who are helping the Which brings me to my only point of learn more. To this date that desire And to be fair must add - To country grow. With the masses concern...... to top myself persists - even if my limit risk. of people there - we seem to be Where are the designers ? bones creak in agony over the stress I sincerely hope some big creating employment and oppor- Sound Designers, Light Designers, we put onto our bodies. thinkers come into our profession tunity for so many young ones to Video Designers, DJ’s, VJ’s and their soon and back the right people build careers. tribe. They are at the exhibition. PALM SOUNDSCAPE to take our industry forward. Things may have changed - Prowling the alleys. Looking longingly Which brings me to the session I It’s just a matter of time before but one thing, I was thrilled to at all the goodies on display. But I was privileged to moderate at PALM. any collective public experience notice, has not changed at all - did not see even one in any serious Big Show Technology. A Bit out of will have to employ significant the passion. discussion with a manufacturer or comfort zone, I was a little nervous amounts of technology and we distributor. going in. But I was lucky enough must have the designers in place THE PASSION What difference? Dhandha is to have some great panellists who and trained to take advantage of In our profession we get a taught me so much. Cleared up these situations and draw in the chance to walk through exhibi- so many things and has made my crowds and the attention. tions hosted for so many indus- view of the future of our business a I hope stakeholders realise tries. We do opening ceremonies bit clearer. that simply throwing money and and award shows for IT industry. To grow you need When they reminded me of my people at a problem will not Chemical, Hospitality, Education, money. But to dou- old business professor who had solve it. We need imagination, Textile Industries and so many taught us ‘Growth begins at the we need discipline and we need varied organisations. They may ble the growth you end of your comfort zone’ How do coordinated execution to deliver be larger, have more celebrated need designers and you grow in a market you know our promises. If done well - The attendees, more educated and smart engineers. very well, but is saturated. rewards will outnumber then accomplished delegates, but one Inevitably the answer lies at the investments. thing our industry seems to score end of a design driven process. You We need a ‘Sholay’ moment to far above those exhibitions is the have to re-design and / or re- en- catapult our industry forward. passion of the attendees. gineer your entire proposition. Find I am praying that at PALM In every corner and available Dhandha! are the two most common new applications for old technol- our industry’s Ramesh Sippy was public space you will see huddled phrases I got when I shared this ogy. Or jettison old technology to dreaming of Thakur and Gabbar groups pouring over pamphlets, observation with some colleagues. embrace new technology that must while scouting for Veer and Jai scribbling notes, animatedly They are right. But.... and this is a double your ability to deliver at half and Basanti. Fingers Crossed he discussing stuff in a range of huge BUT...... This is a design driven the cost. brings them together. languages. I love the energy and business. The people are far more To grow you need money. But to the Buzz! important than any bit of equipment. double the growth you need design- The Audio boys are pound- I remember as a kid as I was try- ers and smart engineers. ing away in the designated areas. ing to buy equipment from a store Which brings me back to my feel- Sound Leaking from their sound in the UK and busily striking off and ing of loss when I saw the designers (The views expressed by the proofed domes as they test the adding stuff from the list of things being excluded from the business author are his own personal limits of their amassed speaker I could afford. The senior manager process at the exhibition. How does comments and the magazine does not subscribe to them). cabinets. The moment the sun who had kind of taken this nervous a designer power his way into a

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Lighting ELATION LAUNCHES PROTEUS & SMARTY

Elation Professional has debuted Smarty MAX is an extreme-output All new Fuze series LED moving Proteus Maximus, Smarty Max and Spot/Beam/Wash hybrid moving heads include the Fuze Spot, Fuze Fuze Series LED moving heads. head featuring a new Platinum FLEX Profile, and Fuze Profile CW. Both the Proteus Maximus a powerful wash/ 400 lamp rated at 480W with up Fuze Spot and Fuze Profile house 92 beam and profile LED luminaire kicks to 4,000 hours of smart lamp life. CRI RGBMA LED engines and deliver a out 50,000 lumens and houses a Combining CMY and variable CTO, powerful output of over 9,000 lumens. top-of-the-line design package. With this hybrid incorporates a full iris for Compact, quiet, and lightweight, both a custom designed 950W LED engine dynamic beam effects. Compact and fixtures house a 7° to 46° zoom, dual and large 180mm front lens, Maximus lightweight with a large 160mm front gobo wheels, animation wheel, frost, has the power to cut through at aperture lens, four prisms on two prism, and iris. The Fuze Profile CW even great distances and an IP65 planes, dual frosts plus dual gobo houses a 91 CRI, Cold White 380W LED protection means it can be used wheels and dual track animation engine that delivers a flat field output exposed on outdoor shows. round out the design package. exceeding 12,000 lumens.

FOCUS SERIES EXPANDS WITH INCREDIBLY BRIGHT BEAM FIXTURE

ADJ has announced the Powered by an extremely efficient average LED life expectancy effectively In addition, the Focus Beam LED expansion of its popular Focus 80-Watt white LED light source, means that the inconvenience of also offers a linear 0-100% frost Series of LED-powered moving with a color temperature of 7400K, lamp replacement becomes outdated. filter, which allows the unit to do head fixtures with the introduction the Focus Beam LED features an Featuring a variety of high-quality double duty as a wash luminaire if of the Focus Beam LED. The first advanced optical system which beam manipulation tools, the Focus required. dedicated beam fixture in the creates an output comparable to an Beam LED offers lighting designers In terms of connectivity, the unit range, this new model generates MSD 5R lamp. The unit’s large front a wealth of creative potential. This is fitted with both input and output begins with the 13-postion (+ open) power connections – in the form of dichroic color wheel, which features locking Seetronic sockets – which a useful mix of vibrant saturated allow the power supply for multiple hues and more subtle muted tones fixtures to be linked together (up to as well as a CTO filter. In addition 15 @ 120V or 30 @ 230V). A USB to this is a separate GOBO wheel, socket is also fitted for easy future which is loaded with 15 fixed metal firmware updates, while standard patterns (+ open). These include four 3-pin input and output sockets beam reducers, allowing the creation allow integration into a DMX of extremely narrow pencil-thin control system. beams, as well as a diverse collection “The Focus Series has proved of simple patterns that have been very popular for a wide variety deliberately selected for generating of applications across the middle sharp mid-air effects. market of the entertainment The fixture also offers motorized lighting world,” explains ADJ USA’s focus, which is the signature feature National Sales Manager, Alfred of the Focus Series. This allows Gonzales. “From churches to a highly-concentrated solid beam lens projects a beam with a 5-degree lighting designers to ensure projected nightclubs, production companies that is incredibly powerful, making angle that has an even field with GOBOs remain sharp over any throw to mobile entertainers, Focus it ideally suited for creating no hot spots, which remains uniform distance, while also having the option Series moving heads have made impressive and engaging aerial over tremendously long projection of deliberately blurring them to create their mark on fixed installations effects. distances. Meanwhile its 50,000 hour more subtle textured projections. and temporary event productions all over the world. Which is why we are excited to be expanding the series with the new Focus Beam LED. Despite MELOS SYSTEMS LATEST SEGMENT OF SHORT TRUSS SEGMENTS its compact size and low power requirement, this impressive Melos Systems has introduced incorporates thicker bracing tubes. capacity of the short truss sections, fixture generates a surprisingly- a redesign of the short truss As per the company, redesign of resulting in strength equal to that of potent beam that is capable segments in their M290 range, which these tubes increases the shear load MILOS regular truss sections. of holding its own in large With the introduction of this new spaces, working alongside video design, short truss sections can now and other lighting equipment. be placed anywhere within users’ Having already demonstrated truss structure without having any the fixture a number of times adverse impact on the structure’s to an overwhelmingly positive loading capacity. Users planning response, I know this is going to process is therefore simplified and be very well-received by lighting the risk of errors during structure professionals across the board.” assembly is eliminated.

July - August 2019 74 Lighting PROLYFT EXPANDS ITS SERVICE OFFERING IN INDIA WITH NATURA RIGTECH

Prolyfte Asia Pacific, which is a communication. Most importantly, part of Prolyte Group, has recently they perform annual inspection and collaborate with Natura RigTech. recertification in accordance to the The aim of this collaboration was lifetime warranty of ProLyft hoists. to increase ProLyft service to the Natura, Mumbai, established in entertainment industry in India and 2006 has successfully made his place to provide all its Service Point related within the rigging industry. Avishkar facilities with immediate effect. Tendle, managing director of Natura Reportedly, these service points will commented: ‘Our business has not provide a trained team of professional focused on this kind of service in technicians capable of repairing and the past, but it is certainly in line maintaining manual and electrical with our philosophy as a company. chain hoists. All the SP’s will stock in This is why we are very glad to be spare parts to offer quick and smooth appointed as a Service Point for the servicing aand repair. nearly two decades long “best-selling These service points also use chain hoist in India”. Our main focus the ProLyft database to store to as a Service Point will be on servicing provide all servicing information, and recertification of the many providing optimal service and smooth existing, languishing hoists in India.’

AYRTON PRESENTS PERSEO-S - ITS FIRST IP65 RATED PROFILE FIXTURE

Ayrton is very excited to Perseo-S features a new minimalist a wheel with six complementary present Perseo-S, its first multi- design in die-cast aluminium so colours that combine to produce function, compact and powerful, it weighs in at under 40kg. It an infinite palette of vivid pastels IP65-rated fixture developed for incorporates full weather-proofing and saturated colours. intensive outdoor use. features that ensure easy accessibility, Perseo-S is the latest in Ayrton’s Extreme optical efficiency including a highly effective phase- new range of profile, spot and Perseo-S produces a 27,000 change liquid cooling system fitted wash fixtures and the ultimate lumen output from its 500W with four submersible fans located in versatility. Designed for the LED source which is calibrated outside the watertight enclosure broadest range of applications, at 8000K. Perseo-S has been and a new water-resistant menu Perseo-S is the first moving light designed to achieve an optimal navigation system. ever that is ideal for both indoor resolution-to-performance-to- Feature rich from the factory and outdoor use, due to its efficiency ratio with perfect Feature rich as standard, with a compact size, incredible output, image reproduction, a zoom wealth of effects and gobo options, light weight, ease of service and range of 7° to 56°, no hotspot and of course, 100% framing shutters, beautiful lines. It can be controlled and significant improvement Perseo-S also boasts a subtractive by DMX-RDM, ArtNet or a wireless from distortion at wide angles. CMY colour mixing system for perfect link using CRMX TiMo RDM from Built to withstand the elements colour mixing, a variable CTO and LumenRadio.

ETC UPGRADES NETWORKING WITH RESPONSE MK2 DMX GATEWAYS

ETC’s new Response Mk2 DMX control exactly where they need data distribution, taking advantage can support 256 RDM devices. Plus, Gateways ensure DMX and RDM it – saving headaches, money, and of the reliability and interoperability all Gateways can be monitored and get there, too. The Response time, says ETC. of industry-standard protocols such configured from a central location Mk2 DMX Gateways flawlessly Available in 1-, 2-, and 4-port as ANSI E1.31 (sACN) and ANSI with ETC’s powerful Concert software, translate DMX/RDM to and from models, Response Mk2 DMX E1.20 (RDM). With wall-mount, letting users change network status sACN, allowing users to put Gateways provide DMX and RDM portable, and DIN rail form factors, and DMX/RDM settings. And when users can always find the perfect you want to be more hands-on, fit for your application. And every the easy user interface on each model – even the 1-port! – now Gateway ensures you can configure it features a crisp OLED screen and exactly as you want it – right at the four-button interface to clearly Gateway itself. display (and modify) configuration Response Mk2 DMX Gateways and status. offer powerful integration into Response Mk2 DMX Gateways ETC’s Paradigm, Echo, or Mosaic make it easy to deal with the architectural lighting control systems headaches of networks, too. With and of course they pair perfectly with ETC’s Response Mk2 DMX Gateways increased processing, each Gateway ETC’s entertainment controls.

75 July - August 2019 Lighting ADJ EXPANDS SABER SERIES WITH 6-HEAD PINSPOT FIXTURE

ADJ has introduced the new razor-sharp beam of light. Each spot metal construction with a durable be popular with many lighting Saber Bar 6. This integrated lighting is independently dimmable and can matt black powder-coated finish. professionals who have put them system features six Saber Spot style also be moved on its X and Y axis to It is supplied with two heavy duty to use in a multitude of varied pinspot heads mounted on a 1-meter point in any desired direction. adjustable brackets, which can be applications,” enthuses ADJ USA’s base with a single set of data and With a very tight 5-degree beam moved along the bar and locked National Sales Manager, Alfred power connections. It is ideal for angle, the Saber Bar 6 can be used into place as required. These brackets Gonzales. “The new Saber Bar 6 table spotting and other event décor to create mid-air beam effects as well can be used to form a floor stand adds a new flexible lighting tool or attached to the supplied Omega to the Saber Spot family which is brackets for overhead rigging or ideal for when multiple pinspot truss mounting. With a manageable beams are required in one place. weight of 25 lbs. (11.3 kg.) and It combines the convenience of a compact dimensions of 39.5” x single power and DMX connection 11.5” x 3.75” / 1005 x 292 x 95mm with the flexibility of six separate (LxWxH), the fixture is easily portable pinspot beams which can each be and convenient to rig. individually positioned and controlled. For maximum flexibility, the unit This, together with a flexible bracket is fitted with both 3-pin and 5-pin system and three beam angle DMX input and output sockets. It options, makes the Saber Bar 6 an also features locking power input attractive option for a wide variety of and output sockets, which can be applications from table spotting in a used to daisy chain the supply of up banquet hall to creating beam effects to 11 fixtures at 120V (12 at 240V) on a performance stage.” from a single power source. Due The Saber Bar 6 is available now to its extremely efficient LED light from ADJ USA and is due to be applications, both temporary and as to spotlight small areas of a stage sources, the Saber Bar 6 consumes available from ADJ Europe from July permanently-installed, as well as for or display. However, the fixture is also a maximum of just 85W of power 2019. It expands the existing Saber use on performance stages and retail supplied as standard with two sets of and offers auto-sensing multi-voltage Spot range which already includes displays. lenses kits, each featuring six separate operation (100-240V, 50/60Hz) making the Saber Spot WW (warm white), Each of the unit’s six pinspot heads lenses, one to extend the beam angle it suitable for worldwide touring Saber Spot DTW (Dim-To-Warm) and makes use of a 15W warm white to 10-degrees and another to widen productions. Saber Spot RGBW (red, green, blue & LED light source focused through an it to 45-degrees. “The Saber Spot Series of LED- white) models as well as the battery- ACL lens to generate a potent and The fixture itself has a tough powered pinspots has proved to powered Saber Spot Go.

VARI-LITE’S NEW VL6500 WASH DELIVERS HIGH OUTPUT AND VINTAGE STYLING

Vari-Lite, has announced the matching the presets for a consistent front lens of the VL6000 BEAM, the back to open. This allows designers launch of its new VL6500 WASH. experience. The result is a perfect VL6500 WASH also adds Vari-Lite’s to use creative split color effects This new high-output wash partner wash for VL6000 BEAM’s iconic Dichro fusion blades. These that can be seen both in air and lighting fixture reportedly combines large-format presence on the world’s unique blades offer diffusion with on the Dichro*fusion blades. To the VL6000 BEAM’s arena-scale most ambitious rock stages.” variable beam width and harken back simplify programming when moving performance with a head-turning While it shares the distinctive large to the vintage styling of the Emmy between color presets, the VL6500 visual attraction reminiscent of Award-winning VL5. “More and more, offers the same Cloak Transition the legendary VL5, offering show lighting fixtures serve as set pieces Generator (CTG) first seen on the designers an unmatched mix of in their own right, and designers VL6000. This allows the fixture to modern power and vintage styling. are looking for fixtures that not only automatically dip to dark when VL6500 WASH is a fully featured create great light, but also look great moving between color presets wash fixture with the same form on camera,” explains Palmer. “The without additional programming. factor and color-matched presets Dichro*fusion blades on the VL6500 “The VL6500 WASH is an exciting as its award-winning sibling. “The do both.” addition to Vari-Lite’s range of VL6500 WASH is a direct response One of the enhancements the unique new fixtures,” says Fernand to requests we have received from VL6500 brings is Vari-Lite’s renowned Pereira, Global Head of Marketing lighting designers,” explains Martin full CYM+CTO color system that and Product Management, Vari- Palmer, Senior Product Manager, provides numerous vivid and creative Lite and Strand at Signify. “While Vari-Lite and Strand Luminaires color options. For even further it includes a variety of modern at Signify. “We partnered with creative color possibilities, the technology features, it also offers designers every step of the VL6500’s extended color range mode a look that makes it a stunning way when creating this fixture, offers the ability to move the color addition to the brand’s unrivalled improving the color system while mixing wheels beyond full saturation moving light heritage.”

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July - August 2019 76 DJ Technology NUMARK INTRODUCES SCRATCH MIXER WITH PRO FEATURES

Numark has announced sampler control so DJs can crossfader. This is a high-quality the introduction of their new spice up their mix — all crossfader built especially for scratch Scratch mixer, an incredible unheard of at this price DJs. With butter-smooth action and unit with pro features and point. Separate direct access bullet-proof reliability, it’s perfect for comprehensive software. software looping controls the heaviest-handed scratch DJ and The Numark Scratch offers are found on each channel, the hottest non-stop action. a versatile array of features allowing DJs to unleash “Numark is where scratch mixing with powerful simplicity their creativity. Plus there is originally got its start. This latest unheard of in this category a Low/High-pass filter that mixer from Numark will absolutely of affordable mixer: Six is not software-dependent, change expectations on what a basic direct access software FX so it works as conveniently scratch mixer should include, that’s buttons deliver quick access and effectively with analog how significant this is,” said Chris to a comprehensive array turntables as it does with Roman, Senior Product Manager for of effects with both timing software-based FX and Numark. “By incorporating modern and intensity controls. These controls—amazing versatility! day features, this mixer gives every effects are triggered by a The professional quality DJ in the world—regardless of their pair of intuitive performance of the Numark Scratch budget—the opportunity to perform base toggle paddles, usually is unrivaled, with an at a higher level with more creativity only found in mixers at impressive 108dB S/N than they ever dreamed possible. premium price points. ratio, true balanced high Scratch combines pure DJing fun 4 performance pads level XLR outputs, separate and no-compromise professional deliver hot cue triggering, Zone/Booth control, and performance in a way that’s never rolls for creative build-ups an included professional been done before at this affordable and quick beat stabs, and standard innoFADER price point.”

GET STARTED IN PORTABLISM WITH RELOOP SPIN

Reloop has announced Spin, a It’s also got an Aux In for plugging vinyl. turntable for scratching on the go. in an external source, and it even The portablism Reportedly, it’s got a seven-inch has Bluetooth connectivity onboard scene is platter that can accommodate up so you can stream music from your thriving due to 12″ vinyl records, a tonearm with smartphone and play through Spin’s to popular an attached headshell, an integrated built-in speaker. The unit can be releases such speaker, a crossfader that can be powered by batteries, a USB power as the Numark placed on either side of the turntable, bank, or a USB power adapter sold PT01 as well as a strong modding three platter speeds, RCA outputs, separately. community powered by boutique and pitch and tone controls. It even Finally, Spin also has a USB jack brands like Jesse Dean Designs and comes with a seven-inch slip mat and onboard, letting you record users Raiden. However, DJs who want started simple since it has everything vinyl record filled with scratch sounds scratch sessions straight to a thumb to get in may find all the options a new portablism DJ needs straight and beats. drive. Users can also use it for ripping daunting, and Spin makes getting out the box.

SERATO UNVEILS STUDIO BEATMAKING SOFTWARE FOR DJS

Serato has announced that musical elements to the project’s which gives a fresh Serato Studio month as part of the Serato Studio its Serato Studio software is musical key and tempo, increasing sound packs to play with every subscription. now available. Reportedly, it’s a the chances that beat’s individual streamlined music production app elements will “fit” with each other. for Mac and PC that lets you New features have been added quickly come up with beats using to this release version of the app, a Serato DJ-inspired interface that including a Master Key Change will look familiar to digital DJs. The control for quickly pitching the entire way it works is users add drum project up or down, the ability to sounds, basslines, music loops and add swing and to draw triplet notes effects from Serato Studio’s library, in the step sequencer, and a Master which users can then arrange into Deck Waveform that let users see chunks to form a tune. their project’s waveform in real time Serato Studio makes all of this as they make changes to it. Serato easy because it automatically syncs Sounds has also been launched,

77 July - August 2019 Promotion Index

Name PAGE NO. Name PAGE NO.

Ahuja Radios, Delhi 13 Pope Professional Acoustics Ltd, Coimbatore 21

Alphatec, Kolkata 51 Rivera Digitec(India) Pvt Ltd, Mumbai 7 & 25

Audioplus, Mumbai 23 Sennheiser, Gurugram IBC

AV Integrated Systems Expo’19, Mumbai 11 & 61 Sonotone Audio LLP / JTS, Mumbai 9 & 29

Beta Three Audio India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi 41 Trimac Products, New Delhi 80

BOSE Corporation India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi 5 Vardhaman Megatech Private Limited, Mumbai 1

Calibre Sound Systems Pvt. Ltd, Mumbai 43 Yamaha Music India Pvt. Ltd., Gurugram 3 & BC

Circle Pro Audio, Mumbai 35 HALF PAGE

Harman International ( India ) Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai IFC Integrated Entertainment Solutions (IES), Mumbai 47 & 59

Honeywell India, Gurugram 31 BLK FERRITES Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi 27

Hi-Tech Audio Systems Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi 2 EvenTech Academy, Mumbai 63

LBT, New Delhi 79

Modern Stage Services Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi 55 For more info contact: SMITA RAI [email protected] | Mob: +91 98209 43398 MX MDR TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED, Mumbai 14 & 15

Narain Audio and Lighting LLP, Mumbai 17 & 73 For Editorial contact: Ankita Bhadrawale [email protected] | Mob: +91 89668 12132 PALM Expo 2019, Mumbai 19, 33, 37 & 69

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