San Diego, CA - July 2008… Equator Audio Research, recognized globally as a leading manufacturer of highly accurate studio reference monitors for mission critical recording applications, is pleased to announce the company’s new Q18S subwoofer is now shipping. Designed with the same level of painstaking attention to detail as the entire Equator product line, the new Q18S sub bass system is the ideal complement to Equator Audio’s Q Series studio reference monitors and is a ‘must have’ studio component for those facilities recording sound for picture, where low frequency effects (LFE) are so critical to a project. more

MUSKEGON, MI─ The first of its kind training opportunity is open to all church technicians and musicians seeking the finest in-depth technology training available in the areas of audio, musicianship, lighting, recording, and media presentation. The Worship Arts Technology Summit will be held September 14 – 18, 2008 in Muskegon, Michigan. All skill levels are welcome as the training will be presented in structured technology tracks, allowing attendees to begin with the basics and build upon them with a series of increasingly advanced class offerings.

This is not a one hour course or overview, but rather an in-depth, multi day training opportunity offering hands on participation, focused teaching and certification in the areas of audio, lighting and musicianship.

Hosted by Shure, Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, Inc., Yamaha Corporation of America, and Martin Professional, this in-depth, hands-on and highly personal event will be held at one of the most beautiful Christian conference centers in the nation – The Maranatha Bible and Missionary Conference Center, a sprawling campus on the sparkling shores of Lake Michigan. On hand will be Summit sponsor pro audio experts along with leading worship musicians and world-class sound and lighting professionals. In-depth three-day tracks will include Audio, Musician, Lighting and Media.

What Makes This Summit Unique?

Theory and Practice: Most technical training conferences are one or two days long —sufficient for fundamental theory, but less so in applying the theory to real situations that happen back at home. There isn’t enough time for real world testing with an expert on hand to serve as a guide.

Really, Really Hands-On: What makes the Summit so different than other “”hands-on” sessions is that applications and principles will be demonstrated in real time, with real musicians in real rooms that aren’t conducive to live sound, just like the ones in most real churches. And participants will have their hands on real gear.

Affordable: Fees for the full course of Summit sessions begin at just $149.00 for four days. Meals and lodging are available on site at nominal charges and group discounts apply. The sponsors of the Worship Arts Technology Summit are underwriting much of the costs so that as many church tech teams as possible can attend.

For registration and information, visit http://www.worshipartstechnologysummit.com/.

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Protection and convenience for the leading wireless MIDI/USB system

Champlain, NY (July 10, 2008) – CME is now offering a free case with the purchase of their leading WIDI X8 Wireless MIDI/USB system. These custom leather cases feature cut-outs so all controls and ports can be freely accessed as well as a built-in clip to secure the WIDI X8 to a stand for stationary use or a belt for mobile use on stage.

Acting as a MIDI/USB wireless transmitter and receiver simultaneously, the WIDI X-8 is a great way to clean up long MIDI cable runs or extend USB connections. Communicating over a wireless 2.4GHz ISM license-free band up to a market-leading 262 feet, the WIDI X8 provides 64 available MIDI channels for the home, studio or stage.

The Mac/PC/Stand-alone WIDI X-8 comes with two identical MIDI/USB devices that operate in four different ways depending on the users needs. First, each unit can work independently as a stand-alone USB to MIDI interface. With both units in MIDI/RF mode, a keyboard or MIDI controller can be wirelessly connected to rack modules, samplers, or other keyboards – great for use on stage. With both units in USB/RF mode, USB data is transmitted between devices, allowing wireless communication between two computers in different areas of the home or studio. Put one unit in USB/RF mode and the other in MIDI/RF mode and you have a wireless interface to connect a keyboard or MIDI controller to a computer.

The WIDI X-8 is available for $259 MSRP. See dealer for details on free case offer.

For more WIDI X8 case photos, visit: http://www.mtechmarketing.com/CME_071008_WIDI_Case.html

BERKELEY, CA—Clear-Com® Communication Systems, a brand of The Vitec Group, and the leading global provider of professional communication solutions for the broadcast, live performance, government and commercial markets, is helping the production team at the University of California at Berkeley’s Zellerbach Auditorium stay connected. The 2,000-seat performing arts center, operated by Cal Performances, has integrated Clear-Com’s CellCom10® digital wireless system into its existing wired setup, realizing an immediate improvement in reception and reliability. more

Highlights Include 60th Anniversary Fete

SAN FRANCISCO: Audio Engineering Society 125th Convention Co-Chairs John Strawn and Valerie Tyler and AES Executive Director Roger Furness report that plans for the stellar event are well underway. “We have an exceptional Committee in place, and have been holding monthly planning sessions since November of last year,” Strawn

says. “In addition to a special celebration in recognition of our Diamond Anniversary,

we are developing an extraordinary program focused on the pivotal developments and concerns of today’s professional audio world.”

Co-Chair Valerie Tyler emphasizes the point that Committee Chairs are long-term volunteers with strong track records of contributing to previous AES Conventions. “The successful careers established by each of our Chairs confirm their standing as experts in their fields. Their experience and knowledge enables them to identify issues and topics which are guaranteed to be of high interest and great value to our attendees.”

The AES 125th Convention Committee includes: Broadcast Session Chair David Bialik; Education Events Co-Chairs Dottie Kreps, Mark Swiderski and Teri Grossheim; Facilities Chair Bob Megantz; Historical Events Chair Tamara Horacek; Live Sound Events Co-Chairs Bob Lee and Jonathan Novick; Master Classes/Tutorials Co-Chairs Jim McTigue and Conrad Cooke; Papers Co-Chairs Rob Maher and Veronique Larcher; Platinum Panels Chair Paul Verna; Workshops Co-Chairs Dave Harris and Joe Carter; Tech Tours Chair David Bowles; Special Events Chair Chandra Lynn; and Volunteer Co-Chairs Tim Duncan and Evan Peebles.



“The combination of expertise and enthusiasm which distinguishes AES Convention Committee members is legendary,” Roger Furness concludes. “We are extremely fortunate to have this eminent group of audio industry professionals dedicate themselves to creating the best conceivable Convention. The miracle behind these events is the spirit of volunteerism which drives the Committee. There is no way to properly compensate them for the time and energy they offer up.”

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Complete Seven Plug-In Product Line Packaged At Special 40% Discount

OXFORD, UK. July 7th 2008 - To provide the most cost-effective way for discerning audio professionals to own all the Oxford plug-ins, Sonnox has introduced ‘Sonnox ELITE,’ the ultimate collection of the entire product line.

The elegant new boxed set includes the full range of all seven Oxford plug-ins: EQ, Dynamics, Inflator, Transient Modulator, Reverb, Limiter and SuprEsser. Offered at a substantial 40% discount from individual unit prices, Sonnox ELITE will arm mixing, mastering, post and broadcast engineers with an arsenal of sophisticated processing tools designed to meet all their requirements. Sonnox Elite retails at $3,060 for the TDM version and $1,467 for Native.

In announcing the new bundle, Sonnox Sales & Marketing Manager Nathan Eames remarked, “While we will continue to offer custom bundle options, which enable customers to literally pick’n’mix their own plug-in bundles, Sonnox ELITE is aimed at those who want the all our plug-ins at the best possible price.”

In addition to Sonnox ELITE, two attractively priced alternatives are also available.

Sonnox Essential: Combines the Oxford EQ, Dynamics, Reverb and SuprEsser plug-ins to provide definitive control of all mixing processes. Offered at a 30% discount from individual unit prices, Sonnox Essential retails at $2,408 (TDM) and $1,127 (Native).

Sonnox Enhance: This collection of Oxford Inflator, Limiter and Transient Modulator plug-ins offers the ultimate option for increasing loudness, presence and punch. These three simple-to-use but extremely powerful plug-ins will dramatically enhance virtually any mix. Sonnox Enhance retails at $1,245 (TDM) and $627 (Native).

“We have looked carefully at what people want,” concluded Eames. “Feedback proves there is a definite trend towards an all-in-one bundle that represents the best value for money – hence Sonnox ELITE.”

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For detailed information on Sonnox Oxford Plug-ins please visit: www.sonnoxplugins.com

NEW YORK — The highly anticipated Germano Studios New York opened recently in Manhattan’s NoHo district, becoming the first major studio facility to open in several years. Owned by former Hit Factory CEO Troy Germano, the studio includes two Solid State Logic Duality 48 channel consoles and a 32 input X-Rack monitor mixer with Total Recall™. Each console interfaces directly with Pro Tools HD3™ systems and a large compliment of carefully selected outboard gear. The studio has already hosted several well known artists, producers and engineers, including producer David Kahne, who with artist Matisyahu, became the studio’s first client. more