The DP448 meant that Wooster did not have to reconfigure the front of house desk each day, as integrating into the available system was easily done by turning it into a glorified matrix mixer, providing extra EQ and delay settings.
"At one show, there were two front of house consoles and they refused to make mine the main desk," recalls Wooster. "So as a compromise we put both desks into the XTA and
Adlib Audio's installation manager Roger Kirby notes: "We run several consoles in our hire fleet but we are happiest using the Soundcraft Vi6, and AMG group technical manager Ed Jackson was pleased to take our collective advice. He had also obviously heard good things about it from sound engineers coming through."
Jackson decided to incorporate three front line Vi6s into Carling Academy Sheffield - two in the main room and one in the second room (500 capacity).
"Carling Academy 2 Sheffield was always going to be digital - and although a third Vi6 stretched the budget a bit we knew it would offer compatibility - while having common co
"Our investment in this year's PLASA is our biggest yet", explains CUK Audio MD, Stuart Thomson. "All of our brands are showing new and updated products and four new brands complete our line up, offering the most comprehensive and advanced range of solutions from a UK distributor. Our fourth new brand, to be announced at the show, is a global leader and will be a big draw and talking point of the show."
Much of the sales growth in both the UK and export markets has come from the Ethos range of live sound products, which will be on show at PLASA. Ethos CA, shown in completed form at last year's show has found favour in the marketplace with its scalable flexibility, while the introduction of Ethos Nd bass options has also helped the larger Ethos VA system to achieve record sales, the company reports.
Having achieved success in both small and medium format array markets, it's time to move up in format and so PLASA08 sees the launch of Ethos LA - a long-throw array module designed to give existing Ethos users an upgra
Products on show will also include the entire range of DVS multi-purpose enclosures - including the brand new self-powered DVS 12 and 15 models and the Genius M 412 digital matrix (with 4 inputs and 12 freely configurable outputs in a single rack unit), controllable via proprietary software and fitted with the most powerful DSP on the market, say Outline.
Also on show will be the Kanguro 1215 NET SP system (1 x 15", 1 x 12", 1 x 1" and weighing in at just 42kg), the famous "sp
With such activities as launching a rocket, capturing a multicoloured shadow, turning your head into a sound box and controlling a magnetic cloud available, Launchpad is the Science Museum's centrepiece and is, as such, a 'must see' for every visitor - for both young and old alike.
Staffed by trained explainers, the gallery also features twin de
"I'll be working with the sales and marketing teams to build on the good work that's being done already to grow the business in a structured manner," says May. "There's a really good bunch of people here at Sennheiser. They're all passionate about the product and they have some great customers. That's already clear to me.
"My experience with Philips is with many different commercial channels. It's a good match for what [Sennheiser UK general manager] Phil Massey is looking for in terms of developing the business."
Phil Massey adds: "Peter May is a great addition to the Sennheiser team. I'm looking forward to working closely with him and continuing to increase Sennheise
In his new role, McMahon will oversee the strategic direction of marketing, sales, and research and development of Meyer Sound's key digital signal processing technologies, including Galileo loudspeaker management system, Matrix3 audio show control, Constellation electro-acoustic architecture, as well as all related hardware and software development.
"John has been an integral part of defining and developing the strategic direction of Meyer Sound's new generation of digital technologies, as well as maintaining a consistency in integrating those new technologies with our existing products," s
NBC Olympics lighting designer Steve Brill of The Lighting Design Group utilised SHoW DMX to light the Bob Costas NBC Prime Time Studio set which rotates 360° on a turntable. Power to dimmers mounted on the revolving set is run through a three-phase commutator, but DMX data is sent wirelessly from a SHoW DMX Transmitter in the studio. SHoW DMX delivers DMX data to dimmers, which control 26 key lights on a circular truss over the newsdesk.
SHoW DMX's user interface allows it to be adjusted to have minimal impact on any other wireless equipment in the studio. SHoW DMX was set to output in limited bandwidth mode and to output only 30 DMX channels, thereby creating only a very small radio footprint, and not affecting any WiFi networks
DeLaughter accepted the very first Polyphonic Spree gig before he even had a band. Faced with a hard deadline to create and produce, he somehow pulled everything together in time. "I do things like that," he admits today nearly eight years and countless gigs of all sizes and scope later. "I definitely need things like this for my psyche to move forward. If that's what it took to make this band a reality...I mean,
Enttec's experience with DMX over Ethernet products, such as the DMXEthergate and Datagate, and the enormous success of their DMX/USB interfaces, has led to the development of the Open DMX Ethernet - a simple, low-cost DMX over Ethernet node.
The ODE is a truly plug'n'play Art-Net node. There are no dipswitches, thumb wheels or other fiddly settings to worry about. By default, it is set to output the first DMX Universe via Art-Net (Sub-net 0, Universe 0), making it easily compatible with a wide range of PC-based Lighting Controllers and Ethernet-enabled Lighting Consoles straight out of the box.
To access the full range of features, the ODE supports Enttec's free NMU (Node Management Utility) software, which allows the user to configure
Staged in a 7,500-seat performance space, the audio system needed to provide precision coverage with sufficient power to be heard throughout the venue, with adequate clarity to meet live broadcast standards. To achieve these goals, the professional audio team turned to Vertec for the system's loudspeaker components.
New-York based Firehouse Productions performed system integration functions and pre-event testing before shipping t
Peavey MediaMatrix NION Series processing nodes-bundled with NWare software are tasked with distributing the event announcements and background music for Beijing Olympic Basketball Gymnasium, and the Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Court.
Both the Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Center, which seats 10,000 spectators, and equestrian events held at the Hong Kong Jockey Club also feature Peavey MediaMatrix NION audio distribution systems. In the Beijing Shooting Range Hall, a fully integrated MediaMatrix Miniframe II 180c serves as the main audio processing and distribution system, while a selection of 80 Crest Audio Pro 200 Series amplifiers helped power the opening ceremonies at Beijing National Stadiu
VSI was brought onboard to offer specialist sound, AV and integration skills by the project's electrical contractors Highadmit Projects, who in turn were working for principal building contractors, HBG.
The project - which put 'audio-visual integration' at the hub of it's agenda - was managed for VSI by Keith Fish, who comments: "We came up with a highly flexible, cost-effective solution for the client. This included our specialist expertise and knowledge of the audio visual arena which allowed VSI to deliver all the requirements from design/spec of the systems, right through to installation and commissioning."
VSI's brief included the provision of flexible and appro
It is still a true "Plug and Play" digital to analogue pro audio interface, removing the need to use any existing sound card outputs, but now the output level can be modified quickly and accurately, external to the Computer.
It features full transformer balanced output isolation to eliminate earth loops / ground hum and other extraneous interaction noise and distortion.
The addition of the volume control allows the USB DI-VC to be used without a mixer. This is a very useful option when driving active loudspeakers from a laptop - the level control lets
Tiel-based rental company Stagepoint BV was responsible for the production of the week-long event this year, supported by tour specialists Dryhire and Electro-Voice/Midas partner in the Netherlands, E-Audio Benelux.
The Stagepoint team led by System Engineer Sander de Kruif opted for Electro-Voice systems, with the centrepiece of the production comprising an XLC 127 DVX compact line-array system, Xsub bass cabinets, and RCM-controlled TG amplifiers, all from Electro-Voice.
E-Audio Benelux MD Ax
A new addition to the UltraSeries, the UPQ-1P exhibits high power (136 dB peak SPL at 1m), low distortion, and a wide coverage pattern of 80-degrees by 50-degrees. The UPQ-1P has already been widely embraced by installed sound professionals, with an order of 48 units going to Westfalen Sound for its corporate account, Skoda Auto. The UPQ-1P has also been selected as part of the audio upgrade for the Phantom of the Opera production on the West End.
The self-powered MM-4XP miniature loudspeaker will be shown in a variety of custom colours. The M'elodie line arr
The Compact range, suitable for small to mid-sized venues, offers 250w from twin 8" drivers and a central tweeter in the full range 'top' speaker, with the subwoofer having an 18" 500w bass driver.
Providing sound quality for the larger venue, the Stadium system's top box is configured with two 12" 300w bass drivers, two 8" 200w mid-range drivers and two 50w tweeters, whilst the subwoofer packs a total of 1400w from two 18" bass drivers.
The hardware can be flown from a variety of rigging points and adjustable mounts allow top speakers to be shaped in the distinctive line array curve, further enhancing the rich sound. Alternati
Outside Lands urges attendees to think and act on climate change by featuring the Eco Lands interactive conservation programme, a solar-powered stage, an organic farmers' market, and plenty of educational opportunities.
Long committed to being a sustainable business and supporting the local music scene, Meyer Sound has signed on as the festival's official Audio Systems Partner, providing its sound reinforcement equipment in coll
"MTSi is a genuinely innovative new brand using and developing new technology to provide flexible, cost-effective solutions," commented CUK Audio MD, Stuart Thomson. "The company was formed by some very talented individuals with long experience in the industry and it shows through in the range of products. Being in at the start of MTSi in the UK is a great opportunity and we will be working hard to ensure that it becomes the major brand it has the potential to be."
Ian Stott, MTSi VP marketing, adds, "The UK is a key market for any brand in Europe and in CUK I be
"I am interested in products that sound great and perform to, and in some cases exceed, our expectations but I also need products that can earn me money and without a doubt these EX12's have done that and continue to do that because they sound great and are such a versatile product."
Originally looking for a solution for the audio system for their work with many of the country's outdoor athletic events such as The Great North Run and many a half and full marathon around the country, they were introduced to the KV2 EX series by KV2 UK sales manager Mick Butler who arranged for a demonstration of the EX12 active
Located in an old church building, The Hub hosts some of the hottest events in the Jazz Festival - in this 450-seat hall with high ceilings and a wraparound balcony, the neo-gothic interior décor has not been compromised by the addition of a small Geo S12 system flown above the stage, and Nexo's new RS15 subs on the floor.
Long-time Nexo user A&R Martin has supplied rental systems to this venue in the past. "In here, the acts are acoustic by nature, so subtle reinforcement is the name of the game. W
The Soundweb Original SW9088iis forms the heart of the audio system. In a single rackspace unit, it offers eight analogue inputs with comprehensive LED monitoring, eight analogue outputs and open architecture signal processing.
"Laoshan Velodrome presented a challenge because of the arena's smaller size, and unique events for indoor spectator viewing," said Iain Gregory, product m
Bringing audio to the event proved to be a logistical challenge managed adroitly by Red Hook, NY-based Firehouse Productions which assembled the components needed for an entire PA in the US and then shipped them to Vietnam. Purchased outright for permanent installation by the convention centre, the system included a microphone package delivered directly from Shure Incorporated's world headquarters in Niles, Illinois.
(Jim Evans)
