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www.audiomedia.com New SSL MADI Dante Bridge
SOLID STATE Logic has introduced the MADI Dante Bridge, which the manufacturer claims is the world’s first broadcast specification bridge between the MADI audio format and Dante IP audio networks. The MADI Dante Bridge enables SSL C100 HDS and C10 HD digital broadcast consoles or any other standard MADI device to connect to Dante networks with full redundancy maintained. With 64 channels per
bridge (at 48kHz) and up to 512 channels per 1GB network link, Dante is fully scalable and capable of
providing routing channel counts from tens to thousands and beyond using standard IT infrastructure. Redundant PSU, MADI ports, and Dante ports mean the bridge is built for uninterrupted operation, keeping critical devices and audio paths functioning throughout the broadcast facility. In addition to the inbuilt clock redundancy
options in Dante controller, the MADI Dante Bridge also includes a pair of redundant sync inputs for use as a self-redundant Dante grand master clock. The MADI Dante Bridge is intended for use with Dante controller and third-party Dante products. The bridge features a front panel headphone socket (with rotary level control) and
The Beast Is Loose
THE NEWWarm Audio TB12 Tonebeast – Toneshaping Microphone Preamplifier and DI is now shipping in the UK. The TB12 is a discrete
312-style preamp design with coupled CineMag transformers. The output section provides the user with a choice between a steel or 50 percent nickel CineMag transformer, which provide differing sonic characteristics
especially when pushed/saturated. A transformer bypass switch is also available to remove the output transformers entirely from the circuit, allowing a cleaner, more transparent signal path.
The discrete op-amp
selection switch provides both the classic 1731 (vintage) and 918 (cleaner) style op-amps. When pushed to saturation the user can achieve noticeable sonic differences/flexibility.
Behringer Introduces X32 COMPACT Mixer
THE X32 COMPACT is a 40-input digital mixer suited for small- to mid-size venues or for any larger venue wishing to add a side-stage monitor console. Its local connectivity includes 16 XLR inputs, eight XLR outs, six Aux I/O and expands to its full 40-input, 25-bus capacity when used with Behringer's optional S16 Digital Stage Box. The mixer also features an ULTRANET port for sending 16 channels of audio via Cat5e cable to Behringer's optional P16 Personal Monitoring System. The X32 COMPACT
removes the need for outboard gear with its eight-slot, stereo FX engine. It also entitles the registered owner to a free copy of Tracktion 4 audio production software to take advantage of the
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included 32 x 32 channel USB 2.0 recording interface. Additionally, the onboard two-track USB recorder can record any two channels of audio assigned to it in the routing menu. The Behringer X32 COMPACT is
covered by Music Group's Three-Year Limited Warranty Program.
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Additionally, the op-amps are socketed/swappable with the user’s choice of 2520 six pin footprint op-amps. Furthermore a capacitor
selection switch gives the user additional options still. This switch selects between
electrolytic and tantalum capacitors for varying warmth and character. The TB12 comes with an
insert point for connecting compressors, EQs etc, a 80Hz hi-pass filter, polarity reverse, 48V phantom power, -20dB pad, balanced XLR, TRS and quarter-inch instrument inputs, balanced XLR and TRS outputs, LED VU meter, and 71dB of Gain.
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CEDAR Cambridge V9 Now Available
CEDAR AUDIO’S Cambridge V9 boasts many new features and tools for restoring vast quantities of audio for broadcasters, archives and libraries; for homing in on blemishes for high- quality music, film, and TV remastering purposes; and for extracting the maximum intelligibility for audio forensic investigation.
The XML extension extends the Batch Processing system and allows the processing applied to each audio file to be specified by a software file called a batch token. This
contains information such as the location of the source audio and its file name, what processes the user would like to apply to the audio, where the user would like
the results to be deposited, and whether the user would like a processing report generated. If the Report Generator is available on the system, the Batch Processor can now generate an individual report in either XML or HTML format for every track it processes. The reports are stored alongside the processed audio, so large quantities of track and
processing metadata can be added efficiently to users’ databases and asset management systems. The Peak Normaliser 2 and Metering modules now include True Peak options, and the Power Normaliser 2
has been upgraded to offer the latest ITU1770-3 standard.
www.cedar-audio.com
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inbuilt headphone monitor routing to replace traditional patch bay confidence routing and fault-finding functionality with equivalents in the IP audio domain. Simple front panel controls facilitate routing mono or stereo paths from MADI in, MADI out, Dante in or Dante out directly to the headphones. A front panel LCD screen provides signal
present metering selectable to show four points in the signal chain: MADI in, MADI out, Dante in, and Dante out. GPIO connections allow for transfer of tally info and switching functions across the network with the audio. The product will be making its debut at IBC this month. See our full preview on page 18.
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