PL&S EVENT REVIEW < Prolight + Sound 2011 Messe Frankfurt, April 6th to 9th
DBTECHNOLOGIES made two new additions to the DVA series in Frankfurt – the active
subwoofer S30 and the T12 line array module. A step up the evolutionary ladder from the hugely successful T4 module, DVA T12 provides more power and a greater range, with an active three-way design. It is equally as easy to set up and install as the T4, weighing in at just 29kg.
RIEDEL COMMUNICATIONS showed the new Artist CCP-1116 commentary control panel. The Riedel Artist CCP-1116 is a next generation premium commentary control panel with integrated intercom functionality. The unit provides two commentary positions, including two broadcast quality microphone preamps as well as all the intercom functionality of the renowned 1000 series intercom panels.
MONACOR unveiled over 200 new products at the show. Among them was the new Mega series, a range comprising professional PA speakers and subwoofers made of top-quality components combined with the new digital speaker management system DSM.
STUDIOMASTER has introduced its first live digital mixer, the Digilive 16. Developed from the ground up utilising an entirely new proprietary DSP mix platform, the Digilive 16 incorporates an extensive array of production features, including specially-developed ultra-low distortion eq filters and compressors, 24-bit Delta-Sigma AD/DA converters, and twin, 4th generation 32/40-bit floating- point SHARC processors.
VOID launched the Indigo and Node loudspeaker lines and V2 digital processors. Indigo is the first generation of high- efficiency, compact loudspeakers designed specifically for
SENNHEISER launched nine wireless microphone systems that transmit on 1800 MHz. The systems of the evolution wireless ew 100 G3 1G8 series are moving to a higher frequency band that has been allocated exclusively to wireless audio transmission in many countries in Europe. In some countries no operating licence is required, and a wireless system can therefore be used completely free of charge.
aesthetically
conscious venues. First to be released is the Indigo 6, followed by the Indigo 12 sub. Node is a range of highly inconspicuous sub miniature stage
FUNKTION-ONE launched the new PSM12 (Point Source Monitor) at PL+S. The new monitor is said to address the need for an extremely powerful yet compact floor monitor with the qualities of the firm’s RM18, yet in a much smaller package. The monitor features a custom- designed four-inch voice coil, 12- inch driver for maximum power at low frequencies and a 1.4-inch compression driver for high frequencies.
monitors designed to produce a true point source radiation pattern by use of a dual concentric configuration. Voids new V2 series of digital loudspeaker processors use the latest multiple processor architecture and audiophile converters to deliver a very wide audio bandwidth of 5Hz to 45kHz.
SURGEX INTERNATIONAL introduced the SEQ1200i Series sequencer, surge eliminator and power conditioner at the show. The SEQ1200i range provides
power platform sequencing and control combined with the company’s established, patented surge elimination and power conditioning technologies.
SOMMER CABLE unleashed the Tricone XXL cable. Described as a "rugged, long-lasting yet flexible, patch or instrument cable with a clear and punchy sound", the cable will be available in black, blue and red, and, owing to Sommer's special design, its capacitance is optimised for a loss-free treble reproduction – even over longer distances.
LD PREMIUM revealed the new Uno Array series of multi-angle stadium loudspeakers. Uno features twin 12-inch low/mid drivers, plus a 1.4-inch high frequency compression driver, and a ten-inch coaxial-type speaker on the angled end of the cabinet. The multi-angle system provides power handling of 950 Watts RMS.
LINE 6 is showcasing its new XD- V digital wireless microphone systems. XD-V systems operate in the 2.4 GHz band, which permits worldwide licence-free operation, while avoiding interference. All XD-V systems feature
exclusive Virtual Wire Transmission and Proprietary Data Placement technologies that deliver not only "exceptional” frequency response and dynamic range, but also clear audio that is unaffected by RF interference.
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