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Technical Review | January-March 2013
Integrated Media Server
The Spectrum™ MediaDeck™ 7000 SSD integrated media server delivers the broadcast quality and mission critical reliability of the Spectrum™ media server system in a convenient and cost-effective package. With MediaDeck 7000 SSD, small broadcast and programming operations can implement server-based operations and sophisticated file-based workflows in a broad range of video formats. The server can pack up to four video channels, Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) connectivity and high performance solid state drive (SSD) storage into a compact 1-RU chassis. SSD storage increases content availability in facilities where environmental factors might compromise traditional disk-drive performance. By leveraging the proven Spectrum architecture, the server is immediately deployable for ingest, playout and delay serving applications in the most uncompromising production and playout environments.
(
www.harmonicinc.com) New M6 Lighting Console
high-quality stereo recording capability using its own high- fidelity analogue to digital conversion to make sure that all recordings are smooth and accurate. The tool is designed to record live music, meetings, lectures, reporting, dictation and sound design and also can be used on-camera as a dual-system recorder when shooting with DSLRs. (
www.hdvideopro.com)
The New M82 Dynamic Cardioid Microphone
A new M6, a state-of-the-art lighting console that functions as a visual control surface and designed to control everything from conventional and moving lights to the most advanced media server was introduced by Martin Professional. With an industrial multi-core processor, solid-state drives and custom-designed high-brightness touch screens, the M6 is capable of delivering up to 64 DMX universes directly from the console’s network ports without using costly external processors. The console has advanced features like a LiveBlender™ T-Bar, FastDial™ rotary encoders, Paired Playback buttons and BriteTouch™ display, offering a total of 44 playbacks, including dual Main Go sections, 10 motorized faders and 12 additional faders, as well as a total of 17 encoders for parameter access. (
www.martin.com)
Audio Equipment
iXY Microphones For iOS Devices The iXY, a stereo microphone for both the iPhone and iPad with 30-pin connector that allows high-quality recording at sampling rates up to 24-bit/96kHz was announced by RØDE Microphones. The microphone has a matched pair of 1/2? cardioid condenser capsules that are fixed at a 90-degree ‘near-coincident’ alignment that will provide
The new Mini Stagebox range from Harman’s Soundcraft provides a simple solution to stage connectivity offering a lower-cost option for the systems where the modularity and configurability of the larger systems are not required.
The M82 dynamic cardioid microphone, introduced by Telefunken features a large 35mm diaphragm with low frequency capabilities, with two separate EQ switches: KICK EQ and HIGH BOOST. The KICK EQ switch engages a passive filter that reduces some of the lower mid-range frequencies (centered around 350Hz) commonly cut when processing a kick drum. This helps to keep the kick drum from sounding “boxy” and allows the low end to remain strong. The HIGH BOOST switch tilts the upper mid-range and high frequencies (starting around 2kHz with a 6dB boost by 10kHz). For kick drum use, this allows for more beater attack when placed inside a kick drum. This gives the option of either a vintage-style kick drum sound, or a more modern sound. For a source such as vocals or guitar amps, the high boost provides further articulation and airiness in the upper register. (
www.telefunken-elektroakustik.com)
Low-cost Stagebox Options For Soundcraft Digital Consoles
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