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New releases from Yamaha, Focusrite, d&b and Roland highlight the three-day AV expo in Amsterdam, writes Erica Basnicki…
WITH BARELY enough time to recover from
NAMM-induced jetlag, Integrated Systems Europe 2014 kept the new product announcement train running starting with Focusrite, who launched its RedNet D16 AES: a 1U, 19-inch rack-mount Dante interface featuring 16 channels of AES/EBU connectivity to and from the Dante audio network. The RedNet D16 has sample rate conversion on each input pair allowing plug-and-play operation with any AES3 source. Word clock I/O and Digital Audio Reference Signal (DARS) connections allow synchronisation with a wide range of external sources and hardware, while S/PDIF I/O allows the integration of equipment such as CD or solid state recorders/players. Two DB25 connectors each
provide eight channels of combined I/O to the AES59 standard, allowing speedy interconnection with other DB25-connected or XLR- based equipment by use of standard DB25 to XLR cables. The rear-panel XLR female input can be used either as a
d&b audiotechnik booth unveiled its xC-Series column loudspeakers, the latest addition to the White range
case of the MG06), which features onboard SPX effect processing. The show also saw the launch of additions to Yamaha’s Commercial Installation Solutions (CIS) series in the form of EN54- 24 certified versions of the VXC and VXS loudspeaker ranges, which are specifically designed for use in PA/VA voice alarm systems. Over at the d&b
audiotechnik booth, the company unveiled its xC-Series column loudspeakers, the latest addition to the White range that features the same sonic qualities as the xS-Series and xA-Series.
DARS sync source for the Dante system, or as an AES3 audio source. Yamaha launched several
new products, including a new generation of MG Series mixing consoles that made their European debut, following an American launch at NAMM 2014. With 10 models in total, the MG line-up has been completely redesigned, and ranges from six to 20 input channels in size. As well as the standard version, each new MG console also has an XU variant (X variant in the
The xC-Series comprises
three loudspeakers, the 16C, 24C and 24C-E, all designed for any installation requiring high speech intelligibility as well as being visually appealing. The xC-Series is the first column loudspeaker design developed by d&b. White range product manager
Marcus Bäumler commented: “When looking at the typical applications where these types of products are being used, the determination was to provide a simpler solution for (sometimes) complicated issues, by improving
ISE 2014 marked the European debut of Yamaha’s
column loudspeaker design in a d&b way.” Roland Systems Group
introduced the VR-3EX – the latest addition to the company’s VR Series of ‘all in one’ AV mixers – incorporating a video switcher, audio mixer, touchscreen preview monitor and streaming-ready USB output all in a single unit. The VR-3EX features audio
Focusrite launched its RedNet D16 AES
Roland Systems Group’s newest of ‘all in one’ mixer, the VR-3EX
(Left): The RR12 point-source array by Alcons Audio
embedding from its four HDMI inputs while the built-in audio mixer has delay settings on each input allowing ‘lip sync’ adjustments to be made to match the video source. The 18-channel audio mixer is made up of four XLR/TRS with phantom power, stereo RCA, mini-stereo and built-in stereo mics as well as stereo audio from the HDMI inputs. EQ, gate, and compression can be applied to each balanced audio channel enhancing the audio and live production quality. The built-in stereo microphone enables the operator to narrate or add ambient audio from the audience into the broadcast mix. Aside from the new product launches, K-array previewed its new Tornado active micro loudspeaker designed for point source applications and high quality distributed systems. “The Tornado series once comprised eight speaker models,” said Francesco Maffei, K-array’s product specialist. “We’ve decided to incorporate their unique features in streamlined versions. With its ability to effortlessly reproduce both speech and music, the Tornado makes an excellent choice for fixed applications such as theatre, museum displays, restaurants, portable systems for corporate AV presentations, department stores, and in hidden locations such as chancel steps in houses of worship.”
redesigned MG Series of mixing consoles
The new KA24 and
the KA84 amplifiers – simplified and upgraded with an integrated DSP touch panel – were also on show.
Dutch audio specialist
Alcons Audio showcased its RR12 point-source array, which extends Alcons’ line-source technology into different applications. By implementing the features of Alcons’ pro-ribbon transducers in a modular concept, the RR12 has been developed as “building block” to create tight-packed (horizontal or vertical) arrays for controlled sound coverage in the widest variety of audience areas. Visitors to ISE were also able to get hands-on experience with the Lawo mc256 mixing console. The compact mixer features Ravenna audio-over-IP integration for the real-time distribution of media content in IP-based network environments, and comprises all central requirements of the new industry standard AES67 (see page 4). Finally, Funktion-One made
its fourth appearance at ISE in Amsterdam, featuring its MST Horns, currently playing a crucial role at the bobsleigh track at the Winter Olympics in Sochi. The project picked up Permanent Installation Project of the Year at the Pro Sound Awards 2013 and the Bolshoy Ice Dome, home to the hockey competition, features the largest MST deployment to date.
www.iseurope.org www.alconsaudio.com www.dbaudio.com www.focusrite.com www.funktion-one.com www.k-array.com www.lawo.de
www.rolandsystemsgroup.co.uk www.yamahaproaudio.com
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