Biamp VenueTune V1.2.0
VenueTune V1.2.0 software for Biamp’s Voltera D and Voltera D M amplified loudspeaker controllers promises a streamlined design process and simplified deployment. In addition to powerful system tuning and comprehensive performance monitoring via an intuitive graphical interface, VenueTune lets users choose amplifiers and predict current draw and heat dissipation. VenueTune also uses simple 2D floorplans and a staged workflow to help system designers and installers optimize performance.
d&b Group Updates SustainSymphony
d&b Group updates its cloud-based SustainSymphony sustainability management software designed for the live event industry, to more closely align with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) set by the United Nations to address global sustainability / equality issues. A new feature highlights SDG-related actions, making it easier for users to track contributions to sustainability goals, with an overview of how event activities align with the 17 SDGs.
DPA 2061 Miniature Omni Lavalier Mic
Designed for live theater, venues and houses of worship, the 2061 Miniature Omni Microphone offers a natural sound combined durability, sweat-repelling and IP57 certification for water, dust and makeup exposure. Accurately capturing the human voice with minimal coloration, high intelligibility and 128 dB SPL handling, the 2061’s new 5mm capsule targets superior performance from 50 Hz – 16 kHz, with a soft +3 dB 8k – 16k Hz boost to enhance vocal clarity. Multiple colors are offered, including black, white, beige and brown.
FANTEK Lifting Towers with LoadSense
A division of the Equipson Group, FANTEK’s two new lifting towers incorporate LoadSense weight sensors to inform users about the load on their towers and meet the EN17206-2 standard requiring an overload warning system in lifting towers. The front-loading FT5023LS (4.98m height / 235 kg load) and top-loading TK6422LS (6.4m height / 225 kg load) towers feature Dynamic Overlap to ensure forces are correctly distributed to increase resistance and reduce deflection.
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Lake People Dante-Enabled Headphone Amp
The G103-D-4 Dante-enabled dual stereo headphone amplifier builds on the acclaimed G103 headphone amp and incorporates Dante Ultimo 4 connectivity via a standard Ethernet connection. Onboard 24-bit/192kHz DACs offer 105dB S/N ratios and low 0.01% THD. Internal +6dB/+12dB gain jumpers let users adjust the output to match the impedance and sensitivity of their headphones. Power supply options, include PoE, USB-B and USB-C, and both 1/4″ and 1/8” headphone jacks are provided for each stereo channel.
Neutrik etherCON Cable Connector with Retractable Shell
The NE8MXR-B-TOP etherCON cable adds a patented retracting shell feature to the rugged IP65 weather- / corrosion- / UV light-resistant characteristics of the industry-standard etherCON TOP series. Fully compatible with etherCON Cat-5 and Cat-6A receptacles, the NE8MXR-B-TOP can also mate to standard RJ-45 ports by simply pushing down on the RJ-45 inside the NE8MXR-B-TOP shell and sliding the shell back to exposes the RJ-45 connector. With etherCON receptacles, users slide the shell back onto the RJ-45 receptacle, where it locks into place.
Sennheiser Expands Evolution Wireless Digital
The EW-DX EM 4 Dante receiver completes Sennheiser’s Evolution Wireless Digital EW-DX offerings. The network-ready, single-rackspace 4-channel UHF receiver is ideal for large multichannel systems in live audio, touring, theater and system integration applications. The receiver seamlessly integrates into existing workflows and infrastructures, offering versatile connectivity via Dante (including AES 67 support) for audio over IP, balanced XLR-3 audio outputs and unbalanced 1/4” jacks.
Sommer SYSCAT4 Stage / Event Cable
Sommer’s SYSCAT4 cable series can transmit up to four analog XLR or eight digital AES/EBU or DMX signals over distances of up to 100 meters using stage-compatible CAT cables. Various terminations include: EtherCON RJ-45 panel jack to 4-channel fanout cables with Neutrik or HICON XLRs; matching stage boxes with EtherCON NE8FDV connectors and four XLR 3-pin female and male connectors in parallel; and 1 RU patch units, with space for 18 connections and additional connection option via the SYSBOXX cable system.
Voice-Acoustic Expands VADAS Amplifier Platform
The latest addition to V-A’s VADAS family is VADAS-8K4D, a 4-channel Class-D amplifier with 2,000 w/ch at 4 ohms and four analog, four digital AES3 input and output channels as well as Dante inputs. Users can get quick system access via the front-panel touch screen and encoder wheel or via Powersoft’s ArmoníaPlus remote control software. Along with the VADAS DSP preset library with linear-phase FIR filters, cardioid subwoofer settings are provided for V-A’s Pavosub models.
Waves New Live Sound Plug-in Bundles
Waves adds five new plug-ins to its “Live” collection ($1,000), now with 57 essential plug-ins for next-level live sound. With 91 plug-ins, “Live Plus” ($1,600) has precision tools for EQ, dynamics, live vocal tuning, feedback / mic bleed elimination, analog modeling and more, including classic analog-modeled tools. The $4,000 “Pro Show” has 168 plug-ins for professional live sound. Waves live plug-ins can be used with Waves eMotion LV1 digital mixing system or with other major live consoles via Waves SuperRack live plug-in rack.
