Allen & Heath Avantis Solo
Launched at AES NYC and built on the same 64-input / 42-bus 96kHz mix engine as the award-winning Avantis digital console — with the only difference being the amount of physical control and I/O available on the mixer — is the new compact-frame Avantis Solo. Avantis Solo features a single 15.6” Full HD capacitive touch screen; 18 assignable SoftKeys; 12 faders in six layers; six analog and one stereo AES inputs; six analog outs and a single and stereo AES output.
AVANTE Audio AS8 ACDC
AS8 ACDC is a complete portable P.A. system that’s useable anywhere thanks to its integrated rechargeable battery. This column system features Bluetooth 5.0+ streaming connectivity, a 3-channel mixer, 4-5 hours of run time, and a 250W RMS amplifier for 110 dB max SPLs. Its neodymium drivers include an 8” subwoofer and six precision-aligned 2.75” HF/MF drivers in a vented enclosure for a 55 – 20k Hz response. The 47.8-pound package stores in an included padded carry bag and is shipping now.
Blaze Audio Dante-Equipped PowerZone Connect Amps
Blaze Audio announces Dante AoIP compatibility across its PowerZone Connect amp series for networked audio systems requiring up to 4×4 channels at 44.1 and 48 kHz. Available models include the 2-channel PowerZone Connect 122D (125 watt) and the 4-channel PowerZone Connect 504D (500 W), PowerZone Connect 2004D (2,000 W) and PowerZone Connect 3004D (3,000 W). All are ultra-reliable Class-D designs and offer full-matrix DSP configuration via a built-in PowerZone™ Control web app.
HK Audio FINEO
HK’s FINEO speaker family for fixed indoor installations range from 5” to 18” 2-way systems with 12”, 18” and double-18” subs. In addition to the classic, trapezoidal Mid/High-Units, the series also offers the cube-shaped FO 5 ultra-compact 5″/1″ coaxial loudspeaker. All FINEO Mid/High-units (except the FO 5) have rotatable HF horns. HK also provides FINEO DSP presets for Lab Gruppen IPX and LEA Professional, as well as filter sheets for other DSP platforms. A variety of fly hardware and mounts are optional.
JBL Professional IRX ONE
The IRX ONE column P.A. features an advanced acoustic package, 3-channel mixer and Bluetooth 5.0 audio streaming in an easy-to-use system that’s road-tested and can be carried with one hand. The C-shaped array has six 2″ HF drivers and an 8″ woofer in a ported enclosure for LF down to 40 Hz. Also standard are a Bluetooth 5.0-streaming input, built-in dbx automatic feedback suppression (AFS) and Soundcraft-powered audio ducking. Weight is just 34.1 pounds.
Lauten Audio Snare Mic
The Snare Mic is a purpose-built FET condenser mic designed for capturing snare drums, for mix-ready results straight out of the box. Only 4.2” long, it’s optimized for use in small spaces, with 134 dB SPL handling, while providing up to 28dB of off-axis rejection. Onboard HP and LP filters provide additional tone shaping at the source and the solid-brass body offers durability in tough applications. The Lauten Audio Snare Mic is available now at a street pricing of $398.
punQtum App-Based Intercom System
punQtum’s free-to-download app for iOS and Android platforms works as an intercom system over any IP network, will be available to Android and iOS users with access to the brand’s new Q210 PW speaker station. Users can integrate up to four apps into their current punQtum Q210 PW system without the need for additional belt packs — ideal for production situations where extra crewmembers need a fast and flexible way to communicate with the wider team.
RCF SUB 8003-AS MK3/905-AS MK3 Subwoofers
RCF’s new MK3 subwoofers feature long-excursion 15” or 18” ceramic magnet transducers and a powerful Class-D amplifier, for SPLs up to 135 dB with outstanding headroom. The MK3 subs’ rear panel controls include volume, EQ, polarity and crossover frequency, for complete control over your sound. Rugged cabinets make these easy to carry and secure for installation, while their sound quality, and high power are ideal for small to mid-sized venues and portable applications.
RF Venue RF Explorer Pro Spectrum Analyzer
This $1,399 handheld RF analyzer delivers comprehensive RF spectrum data with a high-res touchscreen for optimizing wireless mic and IEM audio systems. With integrated 6 GHz spectrum analyzer, frequency coordination and Wi-Fi analysis tools, RF Explorer Pro offers intuitive operation. Advanced modes such as Waterfall 2D and 3D views are presented on a bright 8-inch touchscreen, and onboard memory automatically records, saves and replays spectrum data scans with a video-style playback slider.
Rupert Neve Designs MBT Master Bus Transformer
For use on full FOH or monitor mixes, groups, stems, mono or stereo channels, the $3,999 MBT can sweeten, enhance, drive, widen and transform source material. A sweepable high-pass filter feeds a new 2-band, 3-octave shelf EQ. The Color Comp optical compressor accentuates the opto cell’s non-linear distortion and “colorful” characteristics. Super Silk builds on Rupert’s “Silk” harmonic saturation with Red and Blue Silk modes controlling lower and upper harmonics, while a new Zener Drive circuit can add more aggressive tonality.
