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+BREAKING NEWS Ambitious Download the official AES Mobile app for the latest news and information from AES. Agenda Keys 141st AES By Clive Young As the annual Audio Engineering Society Convention returns to the West Coast September 29 through October 2 at the Los Angeles Con- Immersed in vention Center, expectations are high, but the AES is ready to roll. There are keynotes, workshops, Future Tech AES President John Krivit papers, panels, tech tours and more By Strother Bullins planned, plus the eternal excite- AES President John Krivit Convention to Balance ment of hitting the exhibit floor notes that this year’s Con- to see the latest and greatest from vention will highlight notable History and New Trends some of the world’s most renowned trends that today’s established pro audio manufacturers. and emerging audio profes- By Strother Bullins exciting moments come in the There’s a new wrinkle to the sional should consider for The Audio Engineering Soci- form of project evaluations, which Convention this year: Both the continued and future suc- ety’s 141st Convention promises AES President John Krivit teases technical program and the exhibit cess-all of which are areas of to plunge attendees deep into as a few of this year’s “must-see” floor open on the first day of the encouraging, healthy growth. the evolving technologies of pro- events. “I’m a big fan of the ‘Raw show, with the Convention’s fourth “First of all, there is so fessional audio in 2016 via spe- Tracks’ series, where notable pro- and final day offering solely the much going on with AoIP cial focuses on new markets and ducers and engineers show us their technical program. The three days connectivity and it will mean trends. Meanwhile, historic refer- multitracks of iconic songs; the that the exhibit floor is open, how- that just about every audio ence to the pro audio industry’s last time we were in Los Angeles ever, provide you with an oppor- and media facility will be progress will be underscored in the we covered Fleetwood Mac, David tunity to visit with the companies rewiring its old analog connec- Richard C. Heyser Memorial Lec- Bowie, the Beach Boys and Red whose gear and technologies you tions,” he explains. “There’s ture, this year delivered by synth Hot Chili Peppers. I’m also pret- use every day. There are also inno- a lot to know and there will designer and “Father of MIDI” ty excited about author Howard vative new exhibitors you might be a lot of opportunity for Dave Smith as he presents “Syn- Massey’s Great British Recording not have heard of before; cool cre- systems integrators to make thesizers: From Analog to Digital Studio panel, which should fol- ative applications that you never money. Secondly, we are on to Software to Analog.” low pretty closely to his fascinat- considered before; and new equip- future tech on page 30 Some of the Convention’s most balance on page 30 agenda on page 30

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Legendary instrument designer and “Father Prophet-5, the first polyphonic and fully pro- of MIDI” Dave Smith will give the conven- grammable synthesizer, and the first musical tion’s Richard C. Heyser Memorial Lecture instrument with a microprocessor. He was on September 29 at 6 p.m. at the Los Angeles the driving force behind the MIDI specifica- Convention Center. The presentation, titled tion, also having coined the acronym himself. “Synthesizers: From Analog to Digital to Later, Smith became President of DSD, an Software to Analog,” will explore the ongoing R&D division of Yamaha. He also started the evolution of instrument design and synthesis Korg R&D group in California. He was then and the 50-year history of the synthesizer and President at Seer Systems and developed the its impact on music and audio. first software synth for Intel in 1994, followed First established in 1999 by the AES Tech- by the first professional soft synth, Reality. nical Council and the Board of Governors in He returned to hardware, starting Dave Smith Synthesizer design pioneer and ‘Father of MIDI’ conjunction with the Richard Heyser Scholar- Instruments in 2002. The Dave Smith Instru- Dave Smith ship fund, the Heyser Lecture series, featured ments lineup includes the Prophet 12, Prophet at each AES Convention, brings eminent indi- and MIDI design, Smith will relate his 40-plus ’08, Pro 2, Mopho and Tetra synths, and the viduals in audio engineering and related fields years in the industry at the AES Los Angeles Tempest drum machine, co-designed with leg- to speak on a relevant topic of choice. The Convention. endary designer Roger Linn. The Sequential Heyser Lecture is part of the Special Events Smith is an instrument designer, AES Prophet-6 analog synth was released in 2015, schedule, open to all convention attendees. Fellow, GRAMMY-winner and founder of followed by the OB-6 designed in partnership As a pioneer in fundamental synthesizer Sequential Circuits. In 1977, he designed the with Tom Oberheim. Neutrik Showcases etherCON Grace Design Cat6A Line BOOTH 1006 During AES, Neutrik is featuring its Spotlights m108 third and most powerful etherCON range of products to date: etherCON Cat6A. Building Mic Preamp upon the strengths of Neutrik’s indus- BOOTH 703 From mobile laptop tracking to large try-standard etherCON Cat5 and scale networked audio production, Grace Design’s etherCON Cat6 lines, etherCON m108 is the new MVP in any modern recording Cat6A products carry an environment. It provides eight channels of beauti- “X” in their part numbers fully transparent, musical mic preamplifier with to differentiate them from state of the art ADCs and a simple, powerful 8 x 2 other etherCON products. USB2 interface. A built-in low-latency mixer and The new etherCON reference DAC make the m108 the ideal mobile Cat6A line includes a cable interface, while its remote control options and stun- carrier complete with a Cat 6A ning audio performance make it the ideal front end RJ45 connector for self-termination, feedthrough D-size chassis con- Neutrik’s for high-end remote recording or FOH systems. nectors, and IDC-termination D-size connectors. The cable carriers are etherCON Cat6A Features include: eight-channel remote con- available in both nickel and black plating. They accept a cable OD range trolled microphone preamplifier;192kHz ADC out- of 7 mm to 9.5 mm, suitable for a wide range of commercially available cables. The chassis puts via AES, ADAT and USB Class 2; ultra-wide connectors (both feedthrough and IDC styles) are available in three finishes: nickel, black, gain range; ribbon mic mode; optional interface and a weatherized version that makes an IP65-rated connection when mated to the cable module; reference DAC and headphone ampli- carrier. fier for low-latency monitoring; 10-channel digital Neutrik’s new etherCON Cat6A is fully downward-compatible with etherCON Cat 5: mixer; front panel HI-Z inputs; control from Proto- both etherCON Cat5 and Cat6A cable carriers mate to both etherCON Cat5 and Cat6A ols, existing m802 RCU or over Ethernet with com- chassis connectors. puter utility or built-in web browser GU; five-year Neutrik’s etherCON Cat6A is PoE+ compliant to 802.3at Type2. As with all Neutrik transferable warranty; built in the U.S. etherCON products, the new CAt6A range features rugged latching and durable housings. 4 the AES DAILY | VIP preview edition Yamaha Brings It All to ShowNews 141st AES Wide Range of B’cast, BOOTH 603 Yamaha Professional Audio is spotlighting a full Streaming Media Events on house of new and existing products specifically geared Tap to the professional audio, THE 141ST AES Broadcast and Streaming Media Track events, post, live sound, sound rein- organized by Track chair David Bialik, will offer in-depth panel forcement and broadcast discussions and presentations from some of the most influential markets. The lineup includes names in the industry over the four days of the AES Los Angeles the flagship RIVAGE PM10 along with Convention. CL and QLV4, TFV2.5 Digital Audio Consoles, Thursday, September 29, will kick off with “Immersive Audio new TF Rack, R Series input/output boxes, SWP1 Yamaha’s TF-Rack Absorbing Radio and TV Audiences in 2016 and Beyond,” led by L2 Network Switches, state-of-the-art NUAGE V1.8 John Storyk of Walters-Storyk Design Group, on the technical Advanced Production DAW System, NEXO ID24 speakers, DTD control- and acoustical challenges of upgrading existing broadcast studios ler and amplifiers. to handle immersive audio. Subsequent panels will examine the The new Yamaha TF-Rack offers the same levels of performance and physical and psychological effects of listener fatigue and what can operability found on TF series mixers in a space saving rack mount design. be done to reduce it, and the unprecedented capabilities of immer- Most operations are easily controlled via a large touch panel allowing sive and object-oriented audio in customizing the home listening quick and efficient workflow, allowing both beginners and seasoned engi- experience. neers to get great sound quickly. Friday, September 30’s The Yamaha RIVAGE PM10 Digital Audio Console is fast becom- “Audio Considerations for 4K ing the talk of live sound/sound reinforcement mix engineers around the and 8K Television” seminar globe. The flexible NUAGE V1.8 system features tight DAW software will look at the evolution of integration, groundbreaking operability, modular architecture and Dante 4K and 8K UHD broadcast- networking capability. ing and will also cover ATSC 3.0 and Super Hi-Vision experimental transmitters. Friday’s sessions will also AES Broadcasting Streaming graphic Telefunken Launches include an interview with industry legend Bob Orban, creator of the Orban Stereo Synthe- sizer, Optimod FM audio processor and other game-changing New Direct Box Line studio hardware, as well as an “Audio Considerations for Over- BOOTH 1115 Telefunken Elektroakustik is introducing four new direct boxes the-Top Television” (OTT) presentation, which will examine the at AES, including mono and dual models of both active FET and passive latest advancements in online content delivery. designs. Saturday, October 1, will focus on practical considerations for The Telefunken TDA-1 (mono) and TDA-2 (dual) are newly designed broadcast and streaming, starting with “Designing, Building and active FET direct boxes that employ discrete Class-A FET circuitry Maintaining a Radio Performance Space,” where CBS Radio’s coupled with a high quality transformer that provides the perfect balance Tracy Teagarden will talk about equipping such a facility when between clean, high headroom performance and warm, saturated tone. faced with limited resources. The day’s second session addresses The Telefunken TD-1 (mono) and TD-2 (dual) are new passive direct IP in the broadcast world, where Steve Lampen of Belden will box designs that combine premium quality components with a rugged con- look at the realities of implementing wired, fiber-optic and wireless struction to create a reliable DI with cable and hardware for IP audio applications. “Considerations rich, warm tone. for Podcast Audio” is sure to be a popular session to end the day, In the heart of each new Tele- with experts from American Public Media, Love + Radio and funken direct box design are cus- others discussing the evolving craft of sound design for podcast tom-wound output transformers audiences. by OEP/Carnhill, made in the U.K. On Sunday, October 2, a “Grease: Live—The Mixer’s Perspec- The circuit boards feature gold plat- tive” special event will discuss the recent Fox television special ed traces for maximum conductivity Grease: Live—one of the most exciting and challenging events in and are hand-assembled exclusively contemporary broadcast production. Moderator Mark King and with through-hole components pro- his panel will share their methods and techniques for mixing a live viding a secure and reliable connec- TV show where there’s no chance for a retake. Telefunken’s new direct boxes tion compared.

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and Opportunities for Live Pro- DTVAG Forum To Address duction Deliverables” and “The Challenges of Loudness Manage- Changing Face of TV Audio ment in Multi-Platform Streamed Content Delivery.” THE AUDIO Engineering Society and the DTV immersive soundtracks are now Roger Charlesworth, Execu- Audio Group (DTVAG) will present the starting to show up on popular tive Director, DTV Audio Group, DTVAG Forum on Saturday, October 1, from streaming platforms at the same remarks, “The impact of stream- 1:30 p.m-6 p.m. at the Los Angeles Convention time that VR is driving interest ing is upending the entire televi- Center. Part of the 141st Convention Special and innovation in personalization sion business, and audio is ben- Events program (open to all attendees), the and virtualized surround sound efiting. The migration from Roger Charlesworth, presentation, titled “The Changing Face of on mobile devices. These issues Executive Director, DTV traditional broadcasting to an IP Television Audio: Objects, Immersivity, and can be addressed through under- Audio Group stream-based model is accelerating Personalization,” will take an in-depth look standing how Hollywood is cop- the uptake of advanced encoding at a variety of new and exciting developments, ing with streamlining object workflows for solutions with sophisticated audio services. and the issues involved with common content episodic production and manage the loudness This is good news, but expect turbulence along production and delivery methods. and consistency issues this created by outdated the way.” With the explosion in streamed-content format-and-dynamic-range-limited encoding The DTV Audio Group Forum at AES is delivery to fixed and mobile devices accel- workflows still being used. produced in association with DTVAG’s parent erating the adoption of advanced audio ser- Discussion topics will include: “The Impact organization, the Sports Video Group. Spon- vices for television and broadcast, new pos- of VR on Immersivity and Personalization in sors for this year’s DTVAG Forum include sibilities in immersive sound, enhanced Television,” “Evolving Tools for Object Audio Calrec, DAD, Dale Pro Audio, Dolby Labo- personalization, and improved bandwidth Post Production,” “Advanced Authoring ratories, JBL, Lawo, Linear Acoustic, Sanken efficiency have emerged. Cinema-quality Tools: Live Audio Production,” “Challenges and Studer. Focusrite Offers Full Range of DPA Showcases Popular Audio Network Solutions Microphone Solutions BOOTH 202 At the 141st AES Convention, Focusrite is displaying its full BOOTH 6721 DPA Microphones is displaying its range range of audio network solutions at its booth. of d:screet Miniature, d:dicate Recording, Focusrite is showing the following products, all currently shipping d:vote Instrument and d:facto Hand- and never before seen at AES: RedNet A16R: 16 channels of Dante-net- held Microphones. worked A-D and D-A conversion, with network and PSU redundancy; With very low noise and an RedNet PCIeR Card: RedNet PCI Express card with network redun- extremely high sensitivity, d:screet dancy, enabling ultra-low latency audio and full track count for Dante Miniature Microphones offer the most audio-over-IP networks; Red 4Pre: 58 In/64 Out Thunderbolt 2 and Pro clear, transparent and natural sound, and Tools HD compatible audio interface, with Dante network audio con- are capable of handling up to 154dB peak before DPA’s d:dicate nectivity. clipping. With a linear response, low distortion Recording Additionally, Focusrite is displaying the following products, all cur- and an extremely large dynamic range, d:screet Microphones rently available: RedNet A8R: Eight channels of Dante-networked A-D Miniature Microphones sound great no matter the and D-A conversion, with network and PSU redundancy; RedNet AM2: application. Stereo Dante headphone amplifier and line output interface solution with The d:dicate Recording Microphones range includes both omni- PoE; RedNet MP8R: eight-channel remote-controlled mic pre and A/D directional and directional microphone capsules. Most of the mics for Dante networks; are based on a modular design, giving its users the ability to mix and RedNet D16R: match capsules and preamplifiers to create the exact microphone 16-channel AES3 I/O needed for any specific task. for Dante audio over DPA’s award-winning d:vote Instrument Microphones rejects IP networks; Red- unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of any acous- Net D64R: 64-chan- tic instrument. The wide array of instrument clips creates a versatile nel bridge between microphone, giving the user a gentle, easy-to-mount solution. A selection of the MADI and Dante Net- The d:facto line consists of two capsule versions: Vocal Micro- products being works; RedNet HD32R: phones that are intended for stage use with audio quality so high displayed by Focusrite 32-Channel Bridge between at the 141st AES that they can be used for studio recording and broadcast, and Inter- Dante Networks and Pro Tools|HD. Convention view Microphones intended for handheld ENG/EFP applications.

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for 12:30-2 p.m. The title of Jones’s speech is the beautiful Northwest. Ron has built Sky- ShowNews “Remember the Human Receptor on the Road Muse Studios where he is involved not only in to the Future.” composing, recording and producing his own Ron Jones Set for Jones’s credits include Star Trek: The Next work but providing a state-of-the-art studio Generation, Family Guy and many more. This for all sorts of groups and artists. SkyMuse Opening Keynote presentation is free to attend with an Exhibits- presents a regular Master Class Series offer- Plus badge. ing lectures and seminars on Audio Produc- Ron Jones, a professional composer with more With a Grammy nomination and five tion, Scoring, Orchestration, Composition than 40,000 compositions (for film, TV, games Emmy nominations (as well as numerous and many other aspects on music featuring and live performance) to his credit and grow- other awards) Jones has been recognized as a experts and special guests. ing, will be presenting the Keynote speech composer of many of the most popular series at the 141st AES Convention as part of the in television. After 37 years living and work- September 29 opening ceremonies, scheduled ing in L.A. Ron and his wife Laree moved to AES Super Session: ‘Develop a Killer Audio Product in One Day’ The Audio Engineering Society is offering a new “Super Session” program to be featured as part of the Product Development Track at the AES Los Angeles Convention. Targeted to Product Design Engineers, Product Managers, Product Marketing and Engineering Manag- ers, and others interested in professional audio product design ideas and implementation, this series of sessions, being held on Saturday, October 1, will dedicate the day to the incred- ible task stated in its title: “Develop a killer audio product in one day!” The day-long series of events will be pre- sented by a team of product development experts, each one discussing best practices and technologies in their specific disciplines of Product Management, User Experience, Indus- trial Design, Acoustic Design, Natural Voice Processing, Validation And Testing, and Sourc- ing and Supply. To bring this session to life, the team will develop an actual product in front of, and with the help of, the audience of attendees, while each of the disciplines will be applied to the product being designed. The proposed product will be one that competes with Sonos, Alexa and other high volume consumer AoT (Audio of Things) products. “Applying the best practices of Product Development to an actual product will connect our audience into how these topics apply in the real world,” says Scott Leslie, Chairman of the Product Development track. “It’s like taking the lecture and lab at the same time. The attendees will, in one day, get a learning experience in all facets of product development.” The AES Los Angeles Product Development Track schedule of events is available at http:// www.aes.org/events/141/productdevelopment/.

10 the AES DAILY | VIP preview edition ShowNews Historical Sessions Celebrate Pro Audio History The Audio Engineering Society will celebrate ‘The Great British Recording events that influenced studio the rich history of professional audio through Studios’ development. a series of Historical Track presentations at the Author Howard Massey will 141st International AES Convention in Los explore the origins of the fabled ‘Horns and Waveguides: Angeles. Sessions will cover the innovative and “British Sound” and celebrate the Evolution of Technology’ interesting histories of iconic recording studios, people, equipment and innovative This tutorial by Alex acoustics and technology design, sound rein- recording techniques of the day Voishvillo of HARMAN will forcement of historical events and more, curated through rare photographs, videos give a retrospective review of by Historical Events chair Mark Gander of Har- and musical examples covering horns and waveguide technol- man Professional Solutions. AES Los Angeles many historic studios and sessions. ogy including both theoretical Historical Events sessions are slated to include: Panelists will include Geoff Emer- design aspects as well as a ret- ick, Dave Harries and Malcolm rospective review of patented AES Historical Events chair ‘Political Audio: Sound for Past and Recent Toft. Mark Gander practical developments. Presidential Debates and Conventions’ A panel of industry professionals with first- ‘History of Studio Acoustic Design’ ‘Historic Microphone hand experience working on past and present Studio designer George Augspurger, of Technologies and Their Connection to Pop Vocal presidential events will come together to discuss Perception Incorporated, will give his per- Performance’ the sound reinforcement, broadcast, and audio spective from over six decades of studio AES President-Elect Alex Case leads this communications production and workflow of design. Covered will be the evolution of session highlighting how lessons from audio these historic happenings. Panelists include applied acoustics from the 1960s to the pres- history can be used to drive our decisions for consultant Ken Fause, audio expert Dave ent day, outlining the development of modern getting the right vocal sound at our next gig, Brand, and sound designers Michael Abbott, studio design principles by presenting key specifically by analyzing initial limitations Patrick Baltzell and Stan Miller. examples of projects and a timeline of historic in microphone technology and the slow-but- steady advancement of the audio technologies Sony Pro Audio Spotlights Full Lineup available at the time. ‘Control Systems and Electroacoustical BOOTH 707 Sony Electronics’ URX-S03D, and a new bodypack Considerations for Large-Scale Loudspeaker Pro Audio Division is showcas- transmitter, UTX-B03HR are Arrays: Past, Present & Future’ ing its full line-up of professional designed for compatibility with The AES’s David Scheirman reviews four and hi-res audio at AES includ- Sony camcorders. The URX- decades of system development, presenting ing professional wireless micro- S03D is a two-channel porta- highlights of the evolutionary process from phones, wireless receivers, head- ble receiver that fits in the slot control-only networks to networked digital phones and recorders, among of Sony camcorders utilizing a audio, and migration paths from powered others. D-sub 15-pin interface for audio speaker arrays to line array elements to beam- Sony’s New UWP-D Wireless and power connections. The steerable systems, as well as developments that Microphone System consists of UTX-B03HR bodypack trans- have taken place since the 6th International URX-P03D, two-channel porta- mitter is matched perfectly with Conference (Sound Reinforcement) and the ble receiver, which eliminates the the URX-S03D and incorporates 13th International Conference (Computer- need to attach two receivers on a reliable four-pin Hirose micro- Controlled Sound Systems), with content at a camcorder. It also supports an phone connector. these landmark AES events having foreshad- external input for an additional Also on display is Sony’s new owed today’s high-powered loudspeaker arrays wired microphone. Three-channel DWX N Series, featuring the that incorporate beam-steering technology. mixer functionality is included DWR-R02DN two-channel rack “The AES Historical Track sessions present for blending audio signals in receiver, DWT-B01N bodypack achievements by audio pioneers whose innova- the receiver. A new two-channel transmitter and DWM-02N tive ideas and inventions have contributed to version of Sony’s Multi Inter- Sony Pro Audio’s URX- handheld microphone. this industry and beyond,” says Gander. “The face (MI) shoe adaptor—model P03D portable receiver Another highlight is the ICD- rich history of science and art in audio design SMAD-P3D—is available for the SX2000 hi-res portable field and production has much to teach us about the URX-P03D. recorder, which offers built in mics and pairs future evolution of audio, and we look forward Sony’s new two-channel slot-in receiver, with smartphones via Bluetooth. to sharing many of these great stories through- out the AES Los Angeles Convention.” Microphone Preampliﬁ er / ADC / DAC / Interface

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AES BOOTH #710 www.gracedesign.com 12 the AES DAILY | VIP preview edition Waves Introduces Abbey Road Vinyl Plug-In

BOOTH 721 Waves Audio is introducing the The graphic user interface for the Waves Abbey Abbey Road Vinyl Plugin. Designed with Abbey Road Vinyl plug-in Road Studios, this plugin faithfully captures every stage of the vinyl production and playback real world. You can also add vinyl noise and process: you can choose between the sound of crackle, apply a gradual slow-down/stop turn- a pure acetate cut or the print master pressing table effect, and add wow and flutter effects for from the factory, play the records on two distinc- extra analog warmth. tive turntables types with a choice of three classic Abbey Road Vinyl is the long-awaited tool cartridges, and even add the TG12410 mastering for diverse audio users: from mixing engineers console on the path into the vinyl lathe. craving a distinct smooth sound, to EDM For added authenticity and creativity, and hip hop artists who cherish that “needle” Abbey Road Vinyl lets you move the location touch, to sound designers reaching for authen- of the tone arm across the record, changing the tic vinyl qualities and producers seeking a true- frequency response and distortion like in the to-vinyl dimension on their tracks. Crane Songs Updates Digital Hardware Line BOOTH 1123 Crane Song has updated its entire line of digital hardware products to take advantage of their Millennia’s DA-296 Dante Gōzowta proprietary 5th generation Digital to Analog converter digital to analog converter technology. With its AES debut, the Egret 8 Chan- nel D/A Converter/Summing Mixer joins the Avocet Millennia’s DA-296 monitor controller, the HEDD 192 AD/DA converter Dante G¯ozowta D/A and Solaris stand alone digital to analog converter to Crane Song’s Egret 8 Channel D/A Converter/Summing complete the line up of Crane Song products equipped Mixer Converter with Crane Song’s Quantum DAC. The Quantum BOOTH 111 Millennia’s Gōzowta converts from Dante audio over DAC uses a 32-bit converter and asynchronous sam- The Crane Song 5th generation Quantum DAC has Ethernet to high-resolution analog ple rate conversion for jitter reduction with up sam- been shipping in Avocet IIA since November 2015, and at sample rates up to 96 kHz. pling to 211 KHz. The reference clock uses a propri- in April 2016 Crane Song quietly updated the HEDD The DA-296 connects any etary reconstruction filter for accurate time domain 192. As of AES show the Egret will be shipping with two channels of Dante to analog response; and with jitter less than 1pS, Quantum DAC the upgraded DAC. This completes the updating of the gear: power amps, stage monitor systems, powered speakers and has the lowest published jitter values in the industry. DACs in all Crane Song digital hardware. more. The Gōzowta also has 1/4- and 1/8-inch headphone jacks with a level control so it can be A-Designs’ Mix Factory Takes used as part of a personal monitor system or for trouble shooting Dante audio streams. Summing to New Level Outputs include balanced XLR and Phoenix-style output con- BOOTH 1120 A-Designs Audio’s Mix Factory is mak- Based on a concept developed by producer/engi- nectors. Power is supplied by the ing its worldwide debut at AES. Mix Factory is a neer/mixer Tony Shepperd and brought to life by Ethernet cable from PoE (power over Ethernet) enabled switches or totally new concept and approach to “out-of-the- celebrated designer Paul Wolff, A-Designs’ new Mix in-line PoE injectors. box” summing for musicians and engineers looking Factory accommodates up to 16 audio channels, There is a -10dBV/+4dBu to get more from their current sound and workflow. which come into the device on two D-sub inputs and output reference level switch to sum to stereo XLR outputs. All 16 channels have a accommodate most analog equip- continuous FDR (gain) knob, pan pot with center ment. Housed in a rugged 1/3 rack detent, and cut (mute) switch that acts as a signal width chassis, the Gōzowta is indicator with an audio sensitive LED, which glows the same size as Millennia’s por- when signal is passing into the channel and intensifies table preamp series. It can also be A-Designs’ Mix Factory when the signal is stronger. bolted to a Mid Atlantic rack tray. VIP preview edition | the AES DAILY 13 Shure Launches OWA Launches HR3.5 Microflex Advanced Line Studio Reference Monitor BOOTH 106 Ocean Way Audio (OWA) is unveil- BOOTH 803 Shure’s Microflex Advance Ceiling (MXA910) and Table ing the new HiRes3.5 Studio Reference Moni- (MXA310) Array microphones are now shipping. The portfolio of pre- tor, also known as HR3.5. mium networked ceiling and table array microphones, audio interfaces HR3.5 is based on the acclaimed HR4 studio and control software for enhanced A/V conferencing integrate seamlessly monitor first shown at the 139th AES Conven- into premium meeting space aesthetics. Shure Microflex Advance offers tion in 2015 and released March of 2016. With elegant, versatile, and scalable solutions for A/V conferencing spaces that dozens of HR4 speaker systems in use today, require pristine speech intelligibility. Ocean Way Audio has now created the HR3.5, With the ability to flush-mount the MXA910 alongside standard ceil- a larger free-standing or soffit-mounted ver- ing tiles and the innovative “toroid” polar pat- sion. This monitor system delivers a frequency Shure’s Microflex Advanced Ceiling Array tern in the MXA310, these microphones offer a response of 20 Hz to 22 kHz with an SPL rating microphones dynamic package of technologies to ensure a best- of 120db. in-class audio experience. Microflex Advance The HR3.5 Reference Monitor incorporates Ocean Way also presents an enhanced evolution of the an integrated two-way dual-horn system with a Audio’s HR3.5 Company’s industry-leading IntelliMix Digi- one-inch HF and eight-inch MF drivers, mechan- Studio Reference tal Signal Processing Suite, including Steer- ically time-aligned with twin, 12-inch sub-bass Monitor able Coverage technology, enabling incred- drivers per channel. Three built-in state-of-the-art ibly accurate control of audio capture in amplifiers power this speaker, featuring analog and digital inputs, 96 any location within a meeting space. Lastly, kHz and 24-bit sampling and tri-amped 3,400 watts per channel of Microflex Advance Array Microphones use pure power. At the heart of the acoustic design is OWA’s geometri- the Dante Audio Networking protocol. cally complex, stone-cast dual/hybrid waveguide system. 14 the AES DAILY | VIP preview edition Sanken Launches CU-51 Bose Ships New PowerShare Dual-Diaphragm Mic BOOTH 1112 Sanken microphones is launching Adaptable Amplifiers the new CU-51 cardioid condenser microphone as part of the Sanken Chromatic range BOOTH 105 Bose is now shipping its new PowerShare adaptable power amplifier line, of professional studio microphones. The entire consisting of three 1U models: two- and four-channel fixed-install models (PS602 collection can be seen at the new Sanken and PS604) and one two-channel portable amplifier (PS602P). Each model delivers Chromatic website: www.sankenchomatic.com The CU-51’s unique dual-capsule design 600 watts of power that can be shared across all output channels. With support for provides an exacting cardioid pattern ideal for both low- and high-impedance loads up to 100V, PowerShare amplifiers adapt to a vocals and a wide range of musical applica- wide range of applications. Onboard configurable loudspeaker processing and direct tions. The ability to withstand extremely high access to zone controllers eliminate the need for an additional signal processor in SPLs insures clean, distortion-free response many installations, while outstanding audio performance and reliability are assured when recording instruments with wide dynamics. The mic has a very low proximity effect with patented technologies inherited from the and makes vocals and instruments seem larger field-proven PowerMatch line. Sanken’s than life. CU-51 dual- Patented PowerShare technology allows install- A very special characteristic of the CU-51 diaphragm ers to use total amplifier power in the applica- is its ability to maintain uniform response in microphone tion. This enables more flexibility during the initial both on-axis and off-axis positions. It is common knowledge that varying the direction of a design, or later on-site when making unplanned microphone will change the frequency response and tone. The changes that take advantage of surplus power. benefits of larger diaphragms are generally accepted, but previ- For applications requiring additional signal ous designs typically exhibit limited high frequency response. processing, the PowerShare Editor software offers real- Current methods to remedy that limitation also have compro- New Bose PowerShare time selection and control of Bose loudspeaker EQs, mises, including a varying response with the off-axis angle. 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BOOTH 103 Genelec (also in Listening Room 511A) is x 11.25 inches x 11 inches, the Genelec’s 8351 three- spotlighting the 8351 three-way Smart Active Monitor 8351 has a particularly com- way Smart Active (SAM), developed in response to the need for increas- pact footprint for a three-way Monitor (SAM) ing audio perfection for near-field recording and mix monitor. The center of the 8351’s environments. Offering unique size and technological enclosure features the Minimum Diffraction Coax- innovations, the 8351 breaks new ground in electro- ial midrange/tweeter driver evolved from the 8260. acoustic engineering, as the mechanical, acoustical and This breakthrough in coaxial driver design provides signal-processing designs are linked closely together. extremely accurate imaging and improved sound qual- The result is a system that is completely unique in the ity, with crystal clear accuracy, both on and off-axis, professional monitoring industry and represents a bold vertically as well as horizontally. Aesthetically striking step forward for the active monitoring pioneer. is the absence of any visible woofers, which are con- The 8351 borrows its size attribute from Genel- cealed beneath the Directivity Controlled Waveguide ec’s acclaimed 8050. With dimensions of 17.75 inches (DCW). Cirque du Soleil Bolsters Paramour with Lectrosonics BOOTH 521 Cirque du Soleil, which cur- sound designer. The equipment was rently has more than 15 major shows supplied by theatrical sound reinforce- running worldwide, recently opened ment specialist company Masque its first musical theater production on Sound for use at the Lyric Theatre, Broadway, at the Lyric Theater. Par- which, with an audience capacity of amour, a story set during the Golden 1,896, is the second largest theater on Age of Hollywood about a woman New York City’s Great White Way. who must choose between love and Adopting the Lectrosonics SSM art, features a cast of over three dozen transmitter for this show has been an acrobats, musicians and singing actors upgrade on several levels, according to that are exclusively equipped with Lec- Patridge. “With the SSM, the sound trosonics’ SSM Digital Hybrid Wire- quality is better, and the manageabil- less micro belt pack transmitters. ity with the batteries and the remote “We’re using 36 SSM radio trans- functionality are bonuses. The battery mitters with Venue2 receivers,” reports life is also great. All this with the small front-of-house engineer David Pat- form factor. The takeaway for us is In the Cirque du Soleil production of Paramour, performers withspeaking ridge, who is working with long-time or singing roles wear Lectrosonics SSM radio transmitters. A number of that we want to specify them on all of collaborator John Shivers, the show’s instrumentalists are also outiffted with the SSM. our shows.” THE ULTIMATE AUDIO INTERFACES & INTEGRATED VINTAGE HARDWARE-BASED FX MODELS

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20 the AES DAILY | VIP preview edition WAM Sets Two Vintage King Celebrates AES in LA All-Star Music Prod BOOTH 1110 Vintage King Audio is teaming up with key Panels for AES manufacturers and partners including Avid, Barefoot Sound, BOOTH 1129 Women’s Audio Mission Trinnov and Gearslutz to make this a very special AES. (WAM), a San Francisco-based non- profit dedicated to the advancement Vintage King will have representatives in Booth 1110 at of women in music production and the show and will be providing shuttles from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. the recording arts, is presenting two back and forth to its flagship store and demo studio, located all-star music production panels at just minutes away from the LA Convention Center. Visitors the 141st Audio Engineering Society will have an opportunity to listen to gear in a gorgeous, fully immersive listening environment. Vintage King Convention. The panels will feature Grammy will also be hosting the 8th Annual Afterglow event high atop the famous Standard, Downtown LA hotel on award-winning music producers Friday, September 30 at 6 p.m. To end AES weekend, Vintage King will team up with Gearslutz for a brunch and engineers who have worked event at Vintage King Los Angeles on Sunday, October 2, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. with acclaimed artists ranging from Missy Elliott to Jay-Z to Carlos San- tana to Taylor Swift. WAM Founder and Executive Director Terri Winston will moderate the “All-Star Album Mojave Audio Unveils First Signature Production” panel on Thursday, September 29, from 4-5:30 p.m. It features Grammy-winning engineers Series Model and producers Marcella Araica (Tim- baland, Missy Elliott, Britney Spears, BOOTH 1010 At AES, Mojave Audio is showcas- phone distortion or preamplifier overload. Madonna), Laura Sisk (Grammy- ing the new MA-1000 Large-diaphragm Multi- This is particularly useful for close mik- winner, Taylor Swift, Shakira, Pink) Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone, the first ing electric guitars. Similarly, the micro- and Piper Payne (Coast Mastering) model in the company’s new Signature Series line phone provides a switchable low frequency and will cover the latest workflow of products. Designed by Technical Grammy roll-off designed to reduce the excess low and production tips that create efficiency in the album-making process award winning microphone designer David end created by proximity effect, the from pre-production to mastering, Royer, the MA-1000 features an original bass buildup commonly experienced including traditional acoustic pro- new old-stock 5840 tube, a 251-style cap- during close miking of vocals and duction and beat-making. sule, and a custom-designed transform- acoustic instruments. The LF roll-off Winston also will moderate the er built by Coast Magnetics. Among its capability is also useful when mik- “Platinum Vocal Production” panel on Friday, September 30 at 1:30 notable attributes, the MA-1000 includes ing electric guitars where less low p.m. featuring Grammy winning a remotely controlled, continuously end buildup is desired. panelists Jimmy Douglass (Missy variable polar pattern selector that The MA-1000 package comes complete Elliott, Jay-Z, Timbaland), Leslie Ann is located on microphone’s power with a protective case and an innovative Jones (Dianne Reeves, B.B. King, supply. new shock mount design, Carlos Santana) and Neal Pogue Mojave Audio’s (Outkast, Pink, Janelle Monae). This The MA-1000 also offers a which was created by and MA-1000 Signature session will cover the ins and outs switchable 15dB pad that facilitates Series microphone licensed from sibling com- of producing vocal tracks for plati- high SPL recordings with no micro- pany Royer Labs. num hits. Dan Dugan Updates Automixer Line

BOOTH 727 Dan Dugan Sound Design will Dugan technologies provide the best pos- demonstrate recent updates to the company’s sible mix of live microphones, providing fast, automixer line at AES. transparent cross-fades without upcutting, The Dugan Models M and N are auto- choppy sound or shifts in background noise. matic microphone mixers, designed to work Transitions between talkers are smooth and in conjunction with standard audio mixing Dan Dugan Sound Designs’ Model M automixer consistent no matter how many mics are open. consoles. The Dugan Model M has MADI In addition to manufacturing his own prod- I/O, both optical and copper, and the Model Music System and Gain Limiting are all sup- ucts and plug-in cards for other consoles, Dan N has Dante I/O, primary and secondary. ported. In addition the M and N include a Dugan licenses his technology to other manu- Both models provide 32 channels of Dugan scene memory that can record and recall all facturers to build in to their products, includ- auto-mixing at 96K or 64 channels at 48K and operating settings, either globally or by unit, ing Protech Audio, Sound Devices, Waves are PoE capable. The Dugan Speech System, in a library of named scenes. and Yamaha. VIP preview edition | the AES DAILY 21 Tegeler Intros Schwerkraft Dynaudio Unveils MSP Maschine Compressor Evidence Mastering Monitor BOOTH 527 Tegeler Audio Manufaktur, a high-end professional audio gear BOOTH 313 Dynaudio is unveiling its new M5P Evidence mastering manufacturer based in Berlin, Germany, is introducing a unique new com- monitor at the 141st AES Convention. To give visitors the best lis- pressor, the Schwerkraft Maschine, built on an analog tube signal path and tening experience, Dynaudio will demo the M5P Evidence speakers controlled by built-in DSP to emulate any type of compressor on the mar- in a dedicated listening room located off the busy trade show floor ket. The result is the convenience and flexibility of a plug-in with the highly (#513), and all attendees are invited to visit. desired sound of all analog hardware. “The M5P Evidence monitor is a passive floor-standing studio Schwerkraft Maschine routes incoming analog signal path through four monitor specifically designed for mastering applications,” says tubes and six transformers, adding harmonic overtones, presence and density Dynaudio PRO Product Manager Sebastian Rodens. “It has been to the sound. The result is low frequencies that are more defined and high fre- derived from the acclaimed Evidence Platinum High-End speaker quencies that are pleasantly rounded. and is the first studio monitor to feature Dynaudio Directivity Schwerkraft Maschine includes Control (DDC) which reduces reflections from floors and ceilings specially designed built-in DSP that for delivering the highest possible level of transparency and details generates a control signal for the in reproduced audio to mastering engineers and other audio pro- compressor settings, allowing it to fessionals. A speaker that allows you to hear what is really going that simulate the behaviors of any on and that helps you to make those crucial decisions when tweak- type of existing compressor. The ing the EQ or working with dynamics during a mastering session.” user can set the compressor in one The M5P Evidence will be built to custom order by hand in of 11 different Modes to act like an Denmark, only using the very best materials available. At the Tegeler Audio Manufaktur’s Schwerkraft opto-compressor, Vari-Mu, VCA or show, all technical specifications and features will be unveiled in Maschine Compressor tube compressor and more. full. 22 the AES DAILY | VIP preview edition Sommer Launches EMC-Quad Cable

BOOTH 1127 Sommer Cable is exhibiting its new has packed four wires into one jacket, which EMC-Quad, which was tested and certified by allows them to be connected in a crossover the Music Engineering and Technology Alli- mode to reduce capacitive value. The wires are ance (METAlliance). METAlliance co-founder 100 percent shielded by a tight copper mesh Frank Filipetti comments, “A lot of people and a semiconductor foil. EMC-Quad ensures say there’s no difference among cables, but this absolutely neutral reproduction with excellent new Sommer cable just wipes everything else dynamics and is recommended for connect- off the map.” ing microphones, preamps, power amplifiers, (from left) METAlliance co-founders George Based on Sommer’s widely recognized mul- audiophile CD and SACD players, turntables, Massenburg, Al Schmitt, Elliot Scheiner, Sommer ticore line, the innovative German company as well as all professional studio equipment. A Cable America CEO Martin Ucik, and METAlliance co-founders Ed Cherney and Chuck Ainlay

30-day money back guarantee is included. METAlliance co-founder Chuck Ainlay remarks, “I was shocked when I heard the difference between a cable I use every day and how much better Sommer sounded, far exceed- ing every other cable that I tried.” TASCAM Ups Ante on Portable Recording BOOTH 100 TASCAM is rais- ing the bar for powerful portable recording solutions with the introduction of the DR-100mkIII Handheld Digital Stereo Recorder. Designed to meet the demands of today’s audio professionals, the newest generation of TASCAM’s flagship Handheld Digital Ste- reo Recorder delivers crystal clear, ultra-high resolution recordings up to 192kHz/24- TASCAM’s bit resolution, with a 109dB DR-100mkIII S/N ratio. Ultra-precise, tem- Handheld Digital perature-compensated clock- Stereo Recorder ing and high-performance dual-mono AKM “Velvet Sound” converters combine with TASCAM’s acclaimed HDDA microphone preamps to deliver the ultimate in pristine, transparent recordings. The DR-100mkIII features TASCAM’s exclusive Dual Recording Mode, which simultaneously captures a lower level safety track, to safeguard against unexpected source level spikes.

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1602 Group TiMax 1017 CharterOak 1122 Gordon Instruments 1102 Mojave Audio 1010

3D SOUND LABS 130 Clear-Com 515 Grace Design 703 Moog Music Inc. 1126

A Designs Audio 1120 Cloud Microphones 814 Great River Electronics 827 Music Maker Publications 122

ADAM Audio USA 420 Coleman Audio 136 Green GO/JAC Specialty Distribution 834 Music Marketing Inc 410

ADK Microphones 121 Collaborative Audio Labs 614 Hafler 839 MXL Microphones 711

AEA - Audio Engineering Associates 620 Corning Optical Communications 732 Hal Leonard Corporation 1016 NBC Electronics 534

AES 847, 926 CRANE SONG LTD. 1123 Harman International Room 504 NEAT Microphones 911, Room 509B

AKG Room 504 Cymatic Audio 813 Healthtec 433 Neumann/USA 411, Room 503

Allied Powers LLC 726 D.W. Fearn 1104 Hear Technologies 627 Neutrik USA, Inc. 1006

Alto Music 231 DAD/NTP Technology AS 1112 IHSE 203 NewBay Media LLC 331

American Express OPEN 227 Dan Dugan Sound Design, Inc. 727 immersiveDSP 133 NTT Media Intelligence Laboratories 728

American Music & Sound 511 Dangerous Music, Inc 614 Independent Audio Inc. 328 NUGEN Audio 203

Amphion Loudspeakers 215 DIFFUSE by Listen Audio Systems, Inc. 1003 IsoAcoustics Inc 813 OCA Alliance, Inc. 933

Antelope Audio 321 DIRECT SOUND 1002 iZ Technology Corporation 1120 Ocean Way Audio, Inc. 106

API - Automated Processes, Inc 421 DirectOut GmbH 120 iZotope, Inc 206 Overstayer Recording Equipment 835

Apogee Electronics 214 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. 203 JBL Professional Room 504 Pacific Radio Electronics 1127

Aston Microphones USA 115 DPA Microphones 621 Jensen Transformers 839 PACSYS Limited 426

Astro Spatial Audio Room 511C D-Spatial 203 JOCAVI - Acoustic Panels, Lda 633 PCB Piezotronics 927

Audeze 705 DTS, Inc. Sponsor JoeCo Limited 414 Peerless by Tymphany 235

Audio Alchemist 614 Dynamount 530 Josephson Engineering, Inc. 827 Phoenix Audio 124

Audio Fusion LLC 829 Dynaudio Pro 311, Room 513 JumperZ Audio 614 PMC Monitors Room 516, 113

Audio Plus Services 813, 821 E.A.R. Inc. 234 K-array 635 PMI Audio Group 1103

Audio Precision 314 Earthworks, Inc 802 Klippel GmbH 426 Primacoustic 839

Audio Technology Switzerland-USA 610 Echobit 1014 KRK Systems 911, Room 509B Prism Sound 714 audioborn 232 Eiosis 917 Kush Audio 1121 Pro Studio Live 632

Audionamix 203 Electronaut Company 929 KV2 Audio Room 518, 734 Professional Audio Design 211

Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. 503 Electroswitch 1033 L-Acoustics Room 506 Profusion plc 104 audioXpress / Voice Coil / Circuit Cellar 833 Eleven Dimensions Media, LLC 226 Latch Lake Products Inc. 530 QSC Professional

Aurora Audio International 611 Embrace Audio Lab Inc. 334 Lauten 813 R&D Team 426

Avedis Audio 1012 Empirical Labs 1026 Lavry Engineering, Inc. 1027 RackFX.com 134

AVID 203, 303, Room 507 Equator Audio 1107 Lawo 403 Radial Engineering Ltd. 839

BAE audio 1101 ESI Audiotechnik GmbH 226 Lectrosonics, Inc 521 Recording the Masters 526

Belden 634 ETAL Inc 332 Line 6 204 Resolution 1015

Belleson LLC 529 ETS-Lindgren 114 Listen, Inc. 717 Reverb.com 1125

Benchmark Media Systems, Inc. 806 Eventide Inc. 402 Little Labs 1012 Riedel 626

Berklee College of Music 429 Extreme Isolation Headphones 1002 Luke Audio 1026 Roswell Pro Audio 406

Big Bear Audio 1026 FabFilter 410 Lundahl Transformers 735 Royer Labs 1011

Blue Cat Audio 410 Fingerprint Audio 1126 Lynx Studio Technology 313 RTW GmbH & Co KG 203

Bock Audio 629 Focal Press/Routledge 1021 Magix 533 Rupert Neve Designs 1126

Bose Professional 105 Focal Professional 813 Malvicino Deisgn Goup 106 Samar Audio Design, LLC 335

Brahma Microphones - Embrace Cinema Pvt Ltd 712 Focusrite Novation 202, Room 514 Manley Laboratories, Inc 220 Sanken Microphones/plus24 1112

Brainstorm Electronics 1112 Fraunhofer IIS 127 Marshall Electronics 711 Savannah College of Art and Design 733

Bricasti Design, Ltd. 628 Fredenstein Professional Audio/ATR 327 Media Networking Alliance 931 Schurter Inc 731

Bruel & Kjaer 715 FullScale AV, LLC 427 Merging Technologies 330 sE Electronics 1126

Burl Audio 1113 GAUDIO Lab, Inc. Sponsor Microphone-Parts.com 406 Sennheiser Electronic Corp. 411, Room 503

Cadac Holdings Ltd 416, Room 508 Genelec, Inc. 103, Room 511A Microtech Gefell GmbH 123 Serpent Audio 1026

Cakewalk 911, Room 509B GEOMISTLLC 107 Millennia Media FPC 111 Shure Incorporated 803

Calrec Audio Ltd 710 Gibson Pro Audio 911, Room 509B miniDSP 133 SKnote S.r.l. 632

CEDAR Audio Ltd. 326 Gig Gear LLC 431 Mix with the Masters 435 Slate Digital 921

Celemony 410 Glyph Technologies 614 Mogami Cable 711 Society of Broadcast Engineers 828 VIP preview edition | the AES DAILY 25 Society of Professional Audio Recording Services (SPARS. 141th AES convention | september 29-october 2, 2016 COM) 128

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AS OF SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 26 the AES DAILY | VIP preview edition Synthax Issues RME Hafler Shows New P3100 Fireface UFX+ Interface Two-Channel Amplifier BOOTH 1007 Synthax is showcasing the new RME Fireface UFX+ BOOTH 839 Hafler (a division Interface with Thunderbolt and USB 3 connectivity, which enables of Radial Engineering Ltd.) operation with both Mac OS X and Windows, with support for hot is showcasing the P3100 two- plugging. The UFX+ has an impressive channel count: 12 analog, 16 channel amplifier. Designed ADAT, two AES, and 64 MADI for 94 channels input plus output for both studio recording and Hafler’s P3100 two-channel amplifier equaling 188 channels total. The Fireface UFX+ includes DURec audiophile listening, the P3100 (Direct USB Recording) and RME’s famous low latency hardware follows David Hafler’s phi- and driver designs. losophy of offering the very highest quality at an affordable price point. The maximum number of recordable channels is 94, meaning all The P3100 employs Hafler’s legendary trans*nova lateral MOSFET 12 analog inputs plus 64 MADI channels can be recorded simultane- topology that at once reduces the length of the signal path while provid- ously. Optionally available for use with the interface is RME’s new ARC ing exceptional stability. This results in remarkable sonic detail while (Advanced Remote Control) USB. This remote connects directly to the assuring greater protection for the loudspeakers. It produces 150W per Fireface UFX+ or any computer, providing tactile TotalMix FX control. channel into eight Ohms, 200W per channel into four Ohms and may be bridged mono to produce 400W. With extensive heat sinks on both sides, the P3100 does not require noisy fan cooling. Lateral MOSFETs were designed specifically for linear audio amplifier applications with their high speed and superior sonic characteristics, compared to the vertical MOS- FETs and bipolar output transistors used by most other amplifier makers. Front panel features include individual trim controls along with an Synthax’s RME Fireface UFX+ Interface elaborate LED display for precise monitoring with signal presence and overload. The power switch is equipped with a “soft start” circuit that prevents sending potentially destructive turn-on and turn-off transients to the speakers. Primacoustic Shows London 12 Paintables BOOTH 839 Primacoustic is featuring its London 12 Paintables room kits. These easy-to-use kits are the ultimate setup for personal studios. Everything you need to control primary reflections and excessive bass is included. Designed to treat rooms up to 120 Visit us at AES Booth 731 square feet, the new London 12 Paintables Locking power connectors room kit features panels that are pre-paint- Rendering of Primacoustic’s ed Absolute White. Unique is the ability and cord sets London 12 Paintables room to lightly spray paint the panels without kit, which helps control SCHURTER's V-Lock cord retaining system is an easy, safe and disturbing the acoustic properties. primary reflections, flutter cost effective power entry module solution for audio equipment. Designed to address acoustical concerns echo and excessive bass. that are common to all rooms, London kits - Wide range of international plugs - Hundreds of V-Lock compatible inlets, outlets and power entry help control primary reflections, flutter echo and excessive bass. Panels modules with or without filters are mounted using Impalers that eliminate the use of wall-damaging - Ideal for audio equipment where cord retention is required glue. The London room kits include all the necessary hardware including or necessary wall anchors, screws and even a drill bit, for a quick and easy installa- - cUL and ENEC approved tion. Each acoustic panel is made from high-density six-pound glass wool *Product shown: KEA power entry module with integrated 2-pole circuit protection for even absorption and the panels are edge-treated with resin and then fully encapsulated with micromesh to prevent dusting. audio.schurter.com VIP preview edition | the AES DAILY 27 Astro Spatial Audio Radial Launches Features SARA Studio Q System ROOM 511C Astro Spatial Audio is featuring the SARA audio rendering BOOTH 839 Radial Engineering Ltd. Is intro- engine, an immersive 3D audio tool. Using state-of-the-art advance- ducing the Studio Q, a super compact, ments in 3D audio and the latest Room Simulation Pro acoustic technol- desktop talk-back/cue system. ogy, the system delivers a 3D audio and room acoustic experience, mak- The Studio Q begins with a simple ing it ideal for performing arts facilities such as theaters, opera houses, cue switch that turns on the built-in concert venues, theme parks and worship spaces. microphone or the “producer” mic The Astro Spatial Audio System facilitates directional produc- XLR input. Each mic is equipped tion of sounds and acoustic environments without the audience being with an individual trim control restricted to preferred seats. The system encompasses object-based along with a master mic volume. audio technology, devel- These can also be remotely acti- oped by Germany’s vated using a remote JR1 mute foot- Fraunhofer Institute for switch. Once depressed, the signal is routed Digital Media Technol- to the studio headphone system while it auto- Radial Engineering’s Studio Q desktop ogy (IDMT). Produc- matically shunts the program to the desired talk-back/cue system tions can be scaled up or level. The program signal path is balanced for down to different rooms easy integration with any console with fully or loudspeaker configu- variable level control on the front panel. When the band is full-on, rations—free of audible a remote output may be used to send a dry contact to a beacon and Screenshot of Astro Spatial Audio’s SARA audio artifacts such as phasing attract attention. This can also be set with DC power to accommo- rendering engine or comb filtering. date a soon to be released LED beacon. 28 the AES DAILY | VIP preview edition P&E Wing Reveals ADAM Shows New Monitor/Sub New Steering Bundle Packages Committee The Recording Academy Producers & BOOTH 420 At THE 141ST dles in the AX line, including: Engineers Wing 2016-2017 Steering Committee consists of a diverse array of AES, ADAM Audio is show- five A3X(1)Sub8, five A5X(1) music engineers, producers and audio ing its exclusive 2.1, 2.2 bun- Sub10, five A7X(1)Sub12, professionals who, building upon the sig- dles and 5.1 and 5.2 surround five A8X(1)Sub15. 5.1 and nificant legacy established by prior Steer- bundles, which include sets 5.2 Surround bundles from ing Committees, will work to address key of ADAM monitors together ADAM’s SX line include: issues confronting music production and promote meaningful solutions to help with matched ADAM sub- five S1X(1)Sub12, five S2X(1) move the industry forward. woofers from the AX and SX Sub15, four S3X-V(1)S3X- The P&E Wing continues to advo- lines, at exclusive package H(2)Sub15 and four S4X-V(1) cate for excellence in sound recording, pricing. S4X-H(1)Sub2100. audio technologies and education in the The 2.1 bundles feature ADAM Audio launched recording arts, along with recognition and rights for music creators overall. five different ADAM AX their first Bundle Program The 2016-2017 Steering Committee is monitor pairs with a subwoof- earlier this year after listen- chaired by Grammy winners Ed Cher- er, the A3XSub7, A5XSub8, ing to customers around the ney and Ann Mincieli, and includes: Jeff A7XSub10, A8XSub12 and ADAM Audio’s A8XSub12 bundle world speaking about the way Balding, Ivan Barias, Matt Hennessy, A77XSub15. The 2.2 bundles they work, and recognizing Ken “Duro” Ifill, Thom “TK” Kidd, Manny Marroquin, Morgan Page and Piper include monitors and subs from the SX line, and the essential need for them to have systems that Payne. Also serving as members of the the available packages are: two S1X(2)Sub10, two combine the precision of ADAM studio monitors Committee are John Poppo, chair of The S2X(2)Sub10, two S3X-V(2)Sub12, two S3X-H(2) with the lower bass extension that they need in a Recording Academy Board of Trustees, Sub15 .The surround bundles include four 5.1 bun- high performance matched subwoofer. and Neil Portnow, the Academy’s Presi- dent and CEO.

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Booth 1129 www.womensaudiomission.org VIP preview edition | the AES DAILY 29 SPARS To Host Speed New Tech, New Video Courses, Mentoring at AES SPARS once again is hosting speed mentoring Book Signings at Hal Leonard sessions at the 141st AES Convention being held in Los Angeles, September 29-October BOOTH 1016 Hal Leonard (Booth 1016) is presenting an 2, 2016. The Ask SPARS mentoring sessions impressive array of new music training content at AES this will take place on Saturday, October 1, 2016. year, with a focus on online video training courses and the These mentoring sessions feature recognized industry professionals in the fields of Studio Pro- unveiling of a new online delivery method for print content. duction, Post Production, Gaming, Live Sound/ Hal Leonard is unveiling a brand-new technology, devel- Live Recording, Mixing and Studio Business. oped by partner Groove3 as a custom solution, to deliver The mentors will meet with participants face to the vast Hal Leonard book catalog in a new, interactive face in small groups to offer advice, share their multi-media form. experiences and answer questions about the industry and careers. The publisher also is introducing several new titles in The Ask SPARS sessions is made possible the Pensado’s Strive Series, including Dave Pensado’s Vocal with the support of AES and the Game Audio Course and Bobby Borg’s Music Marketing for the DIY Dave Pensado’s Vocal Course, published by Network Guild (GANG), as well as the coopera- Musician, new courses of The Blackbird Foundation Series, Hal Leonard tion of our talented line up of mentors. shot in the legendary Nashville Blackbird Studio, and The Who should attend: Current students, recent graduates and recording professionals Hal Leonard Modern Recording Method, which is anticipated to be the most comprehensive record- who are seeking answers to questions, guidance ing course to date. in their careers and networking opportunities with Additionally, all AES attendants are invited to participate in the raffle to win a signed copy of established industry professionals. Mentoring is Sylvia Massy’s popular Recording Unhinged. On Friday at 5 p.m. in Room 1A23/24, music journalist a life long process. SPARS believes members of Howard Massey is joined by producers Bill Foster, John Smith, Jules Standen and Tony Visconti for the recording community should seek mentoring opportunities at every stage of their career. a panel discussion about The Great British Recording Studios. Massey will sign copies of his book at To register, go to www.spars.com. the Hal Leonard booth 1016 on Saturday at 1 p.m. Classifieds Acoustical Products Career Marketplace

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from electroacoustic design and verification of Fred Vega Production Manager continued agenda | from page 1 headphones, to how sound has been handled Nicole Cobban Senior Art Director for past and recent presidential debates and Walter Makarucha, Jr. Associate Art Director ment that could change the way you work for- conventions. John Staley Onsite Photographer ever. In short, hitting the exhibit floor is a no- Also, one can’t forget about AES’s brand- brainer. new, co-located Audio for Virtual and Aug- Elvis Patron Saint On the Technical Program side of things, mented Reality Conference. As the field is still Steve Palm President & CEO a slew of tracks is focused on topics relevant just finding its feet when it comes to sound, Paul Mastronardi Chief Financial Officer to every kind of audio professional; this year attending the AVAR Conference may well be Adam Goldstein Executive VP, Group Publishing Director sees copious offerings under specialized tracks the opportunity to get in on the next major Tony Savona Director of Editorial, in Broadcast & Streaming; Game Audio; Net- paradigm shift to hit pro audio. Marketing and Creative Development worked Audio; Product Development; Record- Whatever your stake may be in pro audio, Published by NewBay Media L.L.C. ing & Mastering; Sound for Picture; and Sound coming to the annual AES Convention is a 28 East 28th Street, New York, NY 10016 Reinforcement. In each case, there are sessions must for keeping your finger on the pulse of the featuring panels of pros, discussing everything industry. Tel: 212-378-0400 Email: [email protected] Web: www.newbaymedia.com

including height speakers-is quite appropri- continued from page 1 ate, notes Michael MacDonald, president of future tech | continued ATK Audiotek, the SoCal live event sound, balance | from page 1 the cusp of big advancements in Immersive rental and broadcast audio specialty firm. As Audio. Dolby and Auro 3D are making huge he explains it, audio ultimately joins visual and ing book that came out last year; this will investments in their respective technologies and sensual technologies in our not-so-distant future be heaven for any Beatles or Rolling Stones companies like Genelec and JBL will prosper as industry professionals, and the Convention is fan. The ‘Real Industry Workshop,’ run by as theaters, studios and home enthusiasts pur- where this information is best disseminated. Stanford’s Jay LeBoeuf, will take students chase newly required overhead loudspeakers. “Call it immersive audio or augmented and young professionals through a compel- Finally, you’re going to see a lot of media being reality or virtual reality,” offers MacDonald. ling case study preparing its participants released in virtual and augmented reality forms. “Anyway you say it, it is the future ... [that, for a career in the audio and new media How this will be reflected in the ways that we and] changing technologies, changing business field. The evening parties for both students produce and the tools that we will use will be practices, evolving A/V employment opportu- and professionals are a lot of fun. Not only covered at the AES Conference on AR/VR in nities, etc. We need to think more systemically might you find yourself in a legendary Los Angeles. The smartest companies are all about AVC: audio, video and control. As wire- recording studio, you’re bound to meet and implementing their strategies for anticipating less bandwidth moves and is compressed, we make new contacts with new friends and and investing in this kind of future.” need operators and engineers that are facile in new industry colleagues.” The 141st Convention’s name-check- this technology.” Strother Bullins is Technology Editor, ing “Immersive Audio”-a term to describe a Strother Bullins is Technology Editor, New- NewBay Media AV/Pro Audio Group variety of emerging surround sound formats Bay Media AV/Pro Audio Group

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