New Gear

The Focusrite OctoPre MkII Dynamic features eight channels of Focusrite's mic preamplification, with new, single-dial, VCA-based compressors derived from the Focusrite Red 3 on every channel.

The ultra-flat Nynja KJ50vb (MSRP: $6,512.22) is a variable dispersion, high-tech 3D line-array element. Also available in black or white, the KJ50vb is designed for live stage and TV monitoring, as well as ceiling PA or monitor installations.

AKG's updated Perception Live series of microphones, which provide a balanced output on a 3-pin male XLR connector, include the P2, P4, P3S, and the P5 series of microphones, and can be used for any vocal or instrument application, for both live and recorded sound.

Audio-Technica's MCB4 PM Antenna Combiner allows the signals of up to four A-T M3 wireless PM stereo transmitters to be combined onto a single transmitting antenna, reducing rack clutter.

Sensaphonics' 3Max triple-driver custom earphones feature soft-gel silicone for comfort and a field-replaceable cable as standard. The earphones also combine a twin-driver bass system with a high frequency driver for enhanced accuracy, higher SPL and more bass headroom.

The PSM 900 Wireless Personal Monitor System from Shure, previewed at Winter NAMM 2010, has been designed to enhance both audio quality and RF performance for use with events, installations and tours.

Blue Microphones has expanded their en-Core live stage microphone series with the addition of the en-Core 100i. It is designed with a wider and flatter frequency response to capture a variety of instruments and a tighter polar pattern to reduce off-axis noise.

The Electro-Voice ZXA1 – a self-powered version of the ZX1 compact two-way loudspeaker – made its debut at Winter NAMM 2010. The ZXA1 is powered by an 800-watt amplifier module derived from EV's Tour Grade series. The ZXA1 has been designed with a molded enclosure that is durable and, at less than 20 lbs., light in weight. The ZXA1 also features an 8-inch woofer and 1-inch titanium compression driver.

The Radial Komit is a 500 series compressor-limiter that simplifies the process of dynamic manipulation while expanding upon creative tone shaping. The design provides flexibility by introducing automatic functions that are both musical and intuitive.

Community Professional Loudspeakers' Pole Mount Brackets have been designed for mounting the company's smaller-sized R-Series and WET Series loudspeakers on poles, posts or columns. The brackets can be used to attach Community's R.25, R.5 and RMG, and WET W2-218, W2-228, W2-2V8 and W2-2W8 loudspeaker models to poles or columns greater than 6 inches in diameter.

Harman Professional's System Architect 2.1 upgrade, made available recently to HiQnet users worldwide, allows System Architect to automate many of the more time consuming system design tasks based on the application's understanding of how a user constructs a system. System Architect 2.1 has been upgraded to allow greater compatibility between HiQnet devices from Harman Professional's brands, including Crown, JBL, dbx, AKG and BSS Audio.