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New Gear, December 2023

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Audio Precision APx516B Audio Analyzer

Tailored for R&D, production testing, maintenance and other audio engineering applications, the APx516B offers comprehensive analog and digital audio testing in a versatile and affordable package. Features include: two analog generator/analyzer channels; a digital interface module slot compatible with all current and future AP digital audio I/O modules; and support for Bluetooth, HDMI2, I2S/TDM, PDM; S/PDIF, Toslink and AES3. Seamless integration with APx500 measurement software, provides a comprehensive library of measurements available with one-click and compatibility across all APx analyzers.

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CODA CiRAY Line Array

Intended for venues up to 20,000, the CiRAY full-range, dual-10” line array offers flexibility for rental companies and installations in a lightweight design. Its Dual Diaphragm Planar Wave Driver (DDP) HF driver and unique Coupler technology provides horizontal dispersion control with coverage options of 60°, 90° and 120°, with the ability to change horizontal dispersion instantly via CODA’s proprietary Instafit Magnetic Couplers. An SC2-F dual-15” sensor-controlled subwoofer overlaps the line arrays in the 35 – 200 Hz range.

www.codaaudio.com

Earthworks SR5117 Capsule for Sennheiser Wireless

Based on Earthworks SR117 handheld vocal mic, is the SR5117 wireless capsule for all Sennheiser wireless transmitter systems. This completes the 117 family, as the Shure SR3117 wireless capsule variant was released earlier this year. The supercardioid condenser SR5117 has a fast, responsive response voiced with clear lows, smooth vibrant mids and open highs. Like the Shure capsule variant, the SR5117 is $179 — $20 less than the handheld version and all mics and capsules are designed, tuned and assembled in the USA.

www.earthworksaudio.com

EAW SM12 Stage Monitor

Inspired by the company’s Microwedge acoustic design, the SM12 2-way passive loudspeaker can be used as a stage monitor or fill speaker. A concentric driver attached to a CSA waveguide provides even coverage throughout the 90×60-degree pattern. A ground-coupled port extends LF response to 60Hz from the 12-inch woofer in the low-profile wooden enclosure. The SM12 can be used on a flat surface with two cabinet orientations or pole-mounted and an integrated kickstand offers additional positioning options when used as a floor monitor.

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Enova NXT Cables

For 40 years, Enova has been a European supplier of premium, high-quality audio, video, data and power connectors for professional applications in the music, production and entertainment industries. Now the company launches Enova NXT, a line of lifetime-warranty, tour-grade, ready-made microphone and instrument cables featuring a patented “True Mold Technology” strain relief/connector design, offering a highly durable, moisture and water-resistant solution that withstands extremely high pull-out forces. Each connector is fitted with an interchangeable colored rubber ring for quick ID in live applications.

www.enovausa.com

Flex Rental Solutions Flex StaffingPlus

Flex Rental Solutions, a provider of asset and inventory management tools for the events industry, announces Flex StaffingPlus, a seamless, integrated solution that creates a better experience for Flex customers and their crews. Features include: a Staffing Dashboard, a chart view showing all your staffing needs in one glance; Availability Inquiry for contacting freelancers’ availability; one-click Job Offers; Call Times with specific call/end times and call sheets for each freelancer; and automatic Purchase Order generation for each job.

www.flexrentalsolutions.com

 

L-Acoustics LC16D Multichannel Network Audio Converter

LC16D is a high-capacity AES/EBU- and MADI-to-Milan AVB audio network converter housed in a compact, rugged 1RU chassis. With up to 80 legacy format inputs and outputs, LC16D can interface with up to 128 channels to and from the network. It offers dynamic mapping of audio channels and comprehensive synchronization options, all controlled via an intuitive, embedded web interface. LC16D features flexible power options, with the innovative use of Power over Ethernet and seamless Milan AVB audio connections, providing robust redundancy features as standard.

www.l-acoustics.com

PreSonus Expands CDL Speaker Line

The result of years of R&D, new CDL speakers include the compact CDL10P and CDL Sub18, which combine the best of point-source and line array technology. The constant-directivity design radiates a focused 120° pattern with consistent SPL throughout the frequency range for clear, speech intelligibility and natural music reproduction for mid-sized venues, touring bands and portable applications. The 2-way 10-inch CDL10P top and 18” CDL Sub18 subwoofer each integrate 2,000 watts of Class-D power and can be flown or pole-mounted.

www.presonus.com

Sommer Cable SC-Mercator Cat.6a Proflex

The 8.7mm (0.34″) diameter SC-Mercator Cat.6a Proflex network patch cable is suited for live entertainment, studio and industrial applications, supporting standards such as 10GBaseT and 1GBaseT Ethernet, Dante, AVB, ACE, GigaACE, ARTNET, MA-Net and HDBaseT. The cable’s outer PVC jacket keeps the wire pairs in a tight position. A second, inner jacket protects against abrasion, pressure or kinks to maintain flexibility and reeling without loops and trip hazards. Users who find conventional Cat cables too stiff can now use this Proflex with its high-quality matte finish.

www.sommercable.com

TASCAM Sonicview Console Version 1.5

V 1.5 firmware for TASCAM’s16XP/24XP digital consoles improve overall functionality. These include adding Monitor 1 and Monitor 2 sections; talkback input source selection; enhanced output routing; new user control parameters for accessing the 18 user keys; oscillator on/off; faster snapshot loading; high/low sync clock accuracy select for the internal Dante input and Slot input; and a Solo/Mute Fader transition time option, selectable as Default/Mid/Slow. The V1.5 update for the Sonicview 16XP/24XP consoles is a free download from TASCAM’s website.

www.tascam.com