Analogue gear manufacturer BAE Audio announced the launch of two new products: the 500C FET lunchbox compressor and the R53 three-slot horizontal 500 series rack with linking. The 500C represents two firsts for the company: it is both BAE Audio’s first FET compressor and its first 500 series format compressor. Based on the design of […]

Denon’s Split Mix 6 is a one-rack space routing device that can be utilized as a six-channel mixer or a splitter with up to eight outputs. In Splitter Mode, a stereo input signal can be sent to up to eight discreet outputs. In Mixer Mode, a stereo input signal can be mixed with up to […]

One of the most anticipated videos we produce, annually, is our Year-in-Review Video where we take a look at everything that shaped the year in ProAV, HomeAV and Digital Signage. 2016 likely set a record for new technology as more companies spent money on developing new products and pushing the market forward. So, we encapsulated […]

Apogee Electronics is shipping the Apogee Control, a hardware remote control accessory designed for their Symphony I/O Mk II and Element Series Thunderbolt interfaces. With Apogee Control, you gain lightning access to input and output levels using the large Symphony-inspired Control knob and three control knob focus buttons, plus immediate access to a wide range […]

Now available and shipping worldwide, the modular Mackie AXIS Digital Mixing System combines the power of the 32-channel DL32R digital mixer with a DC16 control surface. With 32 remote-controllable Onyx+ mic preamps and 16 outputs paired with a built-in DSP, the system is aimed at medium and large channel count live sound production and system […]

Envoi is a compact AC/battery-powered PA system designed for professional-grade sound reinforcement to an outdoor event or large interior space when there is no access to AC power. Envoi can operate for up to 12 hours off its built-in rechargeable battery, which provides a cord-free power supply for its powerful internal Class D amplifier. The […]

Extron has introduced two new products in the Extron AXI family of Dante audio interfaces. The AXI 22 AT and the AXI 44 AT analog audio to Dante interfaces feature two inputs / two outputs, or four inputs / four outputs. The compact quarter rack width units integrate two or four mic or line sources […]

Bryston has announced the BCD-3 CD player. BDA-3 DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) is expected to begin shipping to authorized Bryston dealers in Dec. 2016 with a list of $3,495. The BCD-3 has been engineered to playback Redbook CD and CDR disc formats using a premium transport/laser pickup assembly mated to two AKM 4490 384/32Bit […]

The Extron Control app is now available in Android. Extron Control is an AV control system app that gives users complete access to Extron control systems directly from an iPad and now from Android devices. Extron Control automatically loads the user interfaces present on many Extron control products without a lengthy setup and customization process. […]

Last month, I confessed to all of you that I really enjoy the holiday season. It seems that as the season approaches, all you remember about it are the good things. However, over the last couple of weeks, I have been reminded of a few of the negative sides of the holidays. For instance, today […]

Ferrofish has launched the Ferrofish A32 AD / DA converter with support for Dante audio networking. The new Ferrofish A32 Dante supports nearly every audio format and handles 64 channels of MADI I/O, 32 channels of ADAT optical I/O and 32 channels of analog I/O. Additionally, any ADAT optical connector can be used alternatively as […]

Studio Technologies has introduced the Model 5414 Mic/Line Input & Line Output Interface that allows four microphone or line-level sources to be connected to the unit for conversion to digital and then output via Dante. Gain, high-pass filtering and P48 phantom power can be selected as required to optimize audio performance. Four signals arriving by […]

Bose Professional is now shipping new ShowMatch DeltaQ array loudspeakers for both installation and portable applications, with field-changeable waveguides that help provide the best possible sound quality throughout the audience area. ShowMatch DeltaQ arrays provide significant advantages over conventional line array loudspeakers. DeltaQ array technology improves sound quality and vocal clarity by providing selectable coverage […]

Marketing it as the ultimate all-in-one portable PA mixer, Behringer says the EUROPOWER PMP500MP3 (at only 3 kg / 6.6 lbs) is an 8-channel, 500-watt powered mixer with an on-board mp3 player, reverb and wireless microphone connectivity. The vertical-standing mixer includes: A studio-grade stereo reverb “Wireless-ready” for high-quality BEHRINGER digital wireless system Broadcast-like Voice-Over-Priority Function […]

Denon Pro says it’s getting serious about fixed install. The new DN-306XA is a six-channel mixer with a built-in, single-channel 120W Class-D amplifier in one rack space. It features combo XLR/TRS input jacks with switchable MIC, LINE, and phantom power. In addition to the amplified output on Euroblock speaker connectors, two XLR line outputs are […]

Betting that audiophiles will appreciate a tube-based amplifier again, Behringer has launched a small tube preamplifier in the form of the TUBE ULTRAGAIN MIC500USB. Although transistors have succeeded the tube-based amplifier market of the 70’s, many musicians agree that tubes deliver a far superior sound. The TUBE ULTRAGAIN MIC500USB’s hand-selected 12AX7 vacuum tube gives everything […]

For more than 10 years, rAVe founder Gary Kayye wrote a annual AV predictions article for Sound & Communications magazine called Kayye’s Krystal Ball. It was their most popular annual column and we fielded hundreds of comments on it annually. Now it’s back! For Australia-based INTEGRATE, in association with InfoComm and CEDIA, Gary has written […]

The PreSonus FaderPort 8 Mix Production Controller connects via USB 2.0 to provide precise tactile control DAW’s mix and automation functions, including complete transport control. With eight touch-sensitive, motorized, 100-millimeter faders and 57 buttons covering 78 different functions, you can quickly zoom in on audio files for editing, adjust your click-track tempo with a simple […]

The Gravity 30 by PK Sound is its largest subwoofer and the first product released in the Gravity family. The 30” Gravity 30 claims to set a new standard for low frequency reproduction with unprecedented output capability and exceptional transient accuracy. With a very high output-to-size ratio, PK Sound says the Gravity 30 replaces three […]

EKTA, based in Ukraine, is introducing a new LED modules line aimed at both the rental and fixed applications. They will debut the modules at ISE 2017. Part of the new FrameLED Plus product line, the company will launch two models of LED display modules. The LVM 3P is a high-contrast outdoor LED module with […]

ViewSonic just debuted new commercial displays for meeting room and digital signage applications dubbed the CDM Series. With three sizes, including 43-, 49- and 55-inch , the CDM Series are designed for 24/7 usage, have thin bezels and multiple connectivity options. The entire CDM Series is spec’d at 450 nits of brightness with a 3H […]

Delvcam just announced new 5.5 inch DELV-HSW5-CC camera top LCD video monitor featuring HDMI/SDI cross conversion and waveform and vector scope displays. The Delvcam camera-top DELV-HSW5-CC 5.5-inch LCD monitor integrates waveform, vector scope, time code and histogram displays and 3G-SDI and HDMI cross-conversion output into a single unit. Designed for camera operators, directors and cinematographers, […]

Comprehensive Connectivity Company just launched an HDMI matrix switcher (CSW-HD442-4K60) with four HDMI inputs and four HDMI outputs that’s specified to switch 3840×2160 signals @60Hz (YCbCr4:2:0). Comprehensive’s HDMI Matrix Switcher routes any four sources to be shown on any of the four displays, simultaneously, while supporting 4Kx2K@60Hz (YCbCr4:2:0). Multi-channel HDMI digital audio sources can be […]

Extron just launched the new DMP 128 Plus Series, which is what the company is calling its next generation of Digital Matrix Processors featuring Extron ProDSP 64-bit “floating point” technology. DMP 128 Plus Series processors are equipped with 12 analog mic/line inputs, eight analog outputs, up to four channels of digital audio input and output […]

Waves Audio is now shipping the Waves Primary Source Expander (PSE) plugin. PSE lets users reduce stage bleed and sensitivity to feedback when a mic is idle by automatically lowering mic levels between musical phrases — designed for live sound and for mixing live recordings. PSE works like a fader that smoothly attenuates the channel’s […]

Barco announced the growth of its laser-illuminated cinema projector portfolio with two high-contrast flagship laser projectors for cinema screens and five new laser phosphor projectors for small to large screens. Following its flagship DP4K-L laser projectors and 2K CLP series of laser phosphor projectors, Barco is now bringing laser benefits to all cinema screens with […]

For companies looking for an inexpensive alternative to covering a wall in LED screens, the so-called Flip-Disc Display System from BREAKFAST is an interesting product. The Flip-Disc Display System is a kinetic screen that’s been built to be fast and easy, not requiring a team of engineers and developers to get up and running. Basically […]

BASSBOSS just launched the new SV8 Powered MicroMain — designed as a main or fill speaker in clubs, gyms, restaurants or as a recording studio monitoring solution. With 117dB of sustained output in satellite mode and maximum output of 120dB, the SV8 Powered Micromain is capable of output levels that compare to some 12” powered […]

PixelFLEX just announced the release of their FLEXUltra 1.2mm LED video technology. This new product includes fully front serviceable LED video signage panels. In addition, they are “curve-able” LEDs with each frame manufactured specifically for the installation. Utilizing the ideal tile size for deployment of both 16:9 and 4:3 video ratios, FLEXUltra has a 160° […]

The German manufacturer CatCore just debuted a line of XLR/CAT adapters in the form of stageboxes, cable splits and rack units. The systems – in which four signals can be collected as micro-multicore – are designed for a variety of applications including creating audio subcores, DMX from the FOH to the stage or from the […]

Using all lower-case letter again, the founder of projectiondesign, Jorn Eriksen, launched another projector company in the form of norxe. norxe is debuting on the market first with a lineup of projectors aimed at simulation but have plans to expand the line by ISE. Located in Fredrikstad, Norway, where projectiondesign was started, Eriksen has assembled […]

Syntax, distributor for RME, announced the introduction of the ADI-2 Pro high-end AD/DA converter. The ADI-2 Pro is designed for mastering and measurement applications, plus hi-res audio playback — making it well suited to studio applications as well as use in theaters and performing arts venues. Based on the connections being made, the ADI-2 Pro […]