been developed to provide powerful, direct and consistent levels of sound coverage in larger rooms with challenging acoustics. JoeCo will show the latest BlackBox multichannel recorder/player versions. These now support the replay and recording (via JoeCo’s iXML plug-in) of polyphonic WAV files, from multiple stereo files up to 24- or even 64-channel PolyWAV files. Mono, stereo and multichannel files can even be used together in the same song massively enhancing the system’s flexibility. JoeCo’s BlackBox Player option is also available for the 64-channel MADI and Dante versions. Previously available as a dedicated 24-channel playback option for the BlackBox BBR1 series, BlackBox Player software can now be installed on BBR64- MADI and BBR64-Dante systems enabling 64 channels of 24bit/48kHz audio to be simultaneously replayed and triggered via footswitch, QWERTY keyboard, time code, MIDI and Sony 9-pin JoeCo’s soon to be
released BlackBox App for iPad, which enables remote control and editing of BlackBox Player playlists, will also be on show. Visitors to the L-Acoustics stand will have the opportunity to explore the LA4X amplified controller. Features include 4 in/4 out architecture, new green SMPS with Power Factor Correction, high power underpinned by 10 times the usual hold times, AES/EBU inputs as standard and new firmware with ultra-fast boot time. Also new for Frankfurt will be the 5XT ultra-compact coaxial enclosure, ARCS Wide and Focus constant curvature line sources and the SB15m subwoofer for KIVA variable curvature line sources and XT Series. Austrian microphone
manufacturer Lewitt will be introducing two new MTP Live Series flagship models: the MTP 940 CM condenser microphone and the dynamic MTP 840 DM. The MTP 940 CM boasts three switchable polar patterns – wide cardioid, cardioid and super cardioid – allowing for maximum flexibility when dealing with a diverse range of sources and environments; from lead vocals, public speaking, choirs, to classic unplugged situations. The externally biased large-
showpreview The MTP 940 CM
condenser microphone from Lewitt
diaphragm of the MTP 940 CM offers a 135dB dynamic range. Utilising Phantom Power, an internal three-position amplifier makes the MTP 840 an active microphone, allowing for enhanced capturing of vocal nuances and distant sources. LEDs (defeatable) on both microphones offer a simple user interface and provide visual confirmation of the mic’s numerous settings even in dimly lit environments. Link will present the expanded components of the DGlink Media Network in Frankfurt. New for 2013 is the DGlink protocol convertor; the DGlink redundant gigabit media switch for touring; the DGlink CWDM optical interface system which is capable of transporting up to 18 distinct networks (audio, video, Ethernet, DMX) via one redundant fibre backbone; and the DGlink AES-EBU drive module, which reclocks, rebuffers, splits and distributes 12 channels of AES-EBU digital audio + CAN bus throughout multiple amplifier racks. In addition, the DGlink stagebox is now MADI protocol enabled. The emphasis on the Merging
Technologies stand will be on promoting the success of the Ovation Media Server and Sequencer in the live and events sector. New features in Ovation
4.0 include audio recoding to Cue, auto-import from removable devices, marker rule improvements and Dataton Watchout synchronisation. Nexo will host an acoustic demo booth, combining technical presentations in the Nexo Academy with live demonstrations of its new LS18 sub with classic PS Series cabinets. The manufacturer will also present three new products: the LS18 subbass cabinet; the STMi –a trio of installation models for high SPL applications; and the NeMo remote monitoring app, which provides remote control over a network of NXAMP TDControllers, the proprietary amplification and management systems for all Nexo speakers. Void Acoustics will be
showcasing its new install-specific Venu range and the latest additions to its boutique speakers, the Nexus 6 and Tri Motion. The company will also be taking part in the outdoor Portable Sound Area for the first time. This will allow customers to hear Void’s medium-format line array, Arcline 12, coupled with the Psyco X bass array. The flexibility of the CL
series’ Dante networking will be a key focus of Yamaha’s presence at Prolight + Sound. The CL5, CL3 and CL1 consoles will be on display with the expanding range of I/O options, including the Rio3224-D, Rio1608-D, Ri8-D and Ro8-D. Yamaha M7CLs and LS9s will be included on the network, showing the integration provided by the Dante-MY16-AUD interface card, as well as Yamaha’s industry- leading power amplifiers and the DSR, DXR and DXS series loudspeakers. Yamaha and Steinberg’s
flagship Nuage audio post- production system will also be on demonstration,
Link’s DGlink stagebox is now MADI protocol enabled