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New Gear, Aug. 2023

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Adamson IS7c Compact Coaxial

Part of its high-performance IS-Series of install loudspeakers, the IS7c lightweight, ultra-compact, passive coaxial speaker uses Adamson’s ND7-C (7” LF / 1.7” dome HF) driver. Specs include an 80 Hz to 20 kHz response, 130 dB peak SPLs and 90-degree concentric dispersion. Rigging points are in the form of top and bottom mini-SLR discs, each with 3/8” threaded inserts. Two Speakon NL4 connectors and a 2-point barrier strip are available for connection. Shipping begins in Q4 2023, and a weatherized version will be offered.

www.adamsonsystems.com

Blaze Audio Constant Curvature Array (CCA)

Available bi-amped or self-powered, the CCA10i compact, arrayable 3-way point-source speaker is designed for medium-sized venues to larger systems that need a flexible, scalable solution. The CCA10i’s two 10” woofers combine with a coaxial MF/HF compression driver on a stabilized waveguide for performance out to 18 kHz. Its 160-degree horizontal dispersion is ideal for medium-throw applications — such as center arrays, stereo arrays and distributed sound systems in performing arts centers, commercial theater, houses of worship, nightclubs and stadiums. It’s shipping now.

www.blaze-audio.com

Calzone Strongbox Trunks

Calzone and Anvil Cases’ Strongbox (a.k.a. “Caddy”) truck pack cable trunks are constructed with Baltic birch ply joined with deep rabbets and internal reinforcing braces. A special hinge enables the lid to be thrown back 270° and lay flat against the back of the case. Finish is black Texturlac. Internally installed 3/8” T-nuts prevent the stripping of the wood when caster bolts are installed, making replacement of casters easier and more secure. Custom colors and many options are available.

www.calzoneandanvil.com

DPA Pro Sound Mic Kits

Expanding the concept of DPA’s DDK4000 Drum Miking Kit, are the new DLK4000 Live Microphone Kit; DSK4001 Studio Microphone Kit; DRK4001 Ultimate Recording Kit; and DLS4000 Location Sound Kit. Touring pros will be interested in the DLK4000 shown here, with 20 mics / capsules and useful accessories. It includes mics for lead and backup vocals and close-miking live instruments as well as pencil mics for spot-miking. Accessories such as extension cables, mic clips, mounts and windscreens ensure easy set-up and breakdown, no matter the instrument.

www.dpamicrophones.com

Gator G-TOUR Mic Stand Cases

Designed for touring, production companies and large performance venues, the new G-TOUR Series mic stand cases offer an ideal solution for transporting and protecting mic stands. With rugged 9mm wood construction and premium Penn Elcom casters, the GTOUR-MICSTAND-12 and GTOUR-MICSTAND-20 models accommodate up to 12 and 20 tripod or round base stands, each accommodated in an individual reinforced storage tube, for maximum protection and easy access, with a dedicated storage area on top for round bases and other accessories.

www.gatorco.com

Krewmate Mini Entertainment Motors

The KREWMATE line of mini entertainment motors from KEG (the KITO Entertainment Group) have a 500- to 1,000-pound lifting capacity and are built to perform with top-quality features specifically for the entertainment industry. Designed to fit within a 12” truss, these have a low-reflection finish, a sleek rounded body, and the chain discharges from the side to prevent chain tangling. They are available in single- and three-phase power for use at any indoor or outdoor venue.

www.harringtonhoists.com/entertainment

L-Acoustics L-ISA 3.0

The L-ISA 3.0 immersive audio platform adds new features and mobile streaming capabilities, with tools to create and automate compelling spatial audio content. Working dynamically in real-time, the new FX Engine supercharges creativity with customizable controls and behaviors that can be applied to unlimited objects, allowing even the simplest of mixes to come alive in new and complex ways. Additionally, the L-ISA Studio desktop processor has gone from 12 outputs to 16, giving on-the-go sound designers more options for their immersive sound content.

www.l-acoustics.com

TT+ AUDIO GTX Line Array System

An independent brand within the RCF family, TT+ AUDIO’s GTX Line Array System separates the power amplification from the speaker enclosures, moving it to touring racks, each with up to three XPS 16k-watt, 4-channel DSP amps communicating via RCF’s RDNet management platform. The line includes the GTX 12 three-way line array; GTX 10 two-way line array; and the double-19” GTS 29 high-performance sub — all with waterproof birch ply cabinets with optimized rigging hardware for touring or installs.

www.ttaudio.com

RME Dante & AVB M32 Pro II Series

RME’s M-32 Pro II Series offer four new audio networking devices, each with a specific combination of Dante, AVB and MADI and 32 channels of reference-class A/D or D/A conversion. The M32 AD (or DA) Pro II have 128×128 AVB, 128×128 MADI and 32-channels of DAC or ADC. The M32 AD Pro II-D and M32 DA Pro II-D include 64×64 Dante, plus 128×128 MADI and 32-channels of DAC or ADC. The M32 AD Pro II AVB and M32 DA Pro II AVB models are similar, but substitute 128 x128 AVB channels in lieu of the 64×64 Dante conversion sections.

www.rme-usa.com

sE Electronics BL8 Boundary Microphone

Ruggedly built and ready for the road, sE Electronics’ BL8 Boundary Mic is ideal for kick drums and other high SPL sources, as well as theatrical miking and capturing instruments such as grand pianos in onstage or live performance situations. The half-cardioid BL8 boundary mic uses the same true-condenser, 3-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm capsule as sE’s well-known sE8 small-diaphragm condenser, while switchable -10/-20 dB pads, integrated low-cut filter and classic/modern EQ shaping switches make the BL8 incredibly versatile. Street is $299.

www.seelectronics.com