San Diego, CA – AES booth# 1833, Demo Room 112… 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 availability of the company’s new and highly anticipated Q Series Room Analysis Calibration Kit. Optionally available for all Equator Q Series studio reference monitors, the Q Series Room Analysis Calibration Kit fully automates the precise analysis and compensation of room response characteristics. With an easy-to use, one-button process, the new kit enables one to optimize the listening space for peak performance—without requiring the experience of a certified acoustician. more

Hard Rock Mix Engineer adds ‘Dangerous D-Box’ to his Home Studio

Edmeston, NY – September 4, 2008 – Producer and engineer Sterling Winfield is known in the hard rock music world for his heavy sounds, and for the past several years he has been exclusively mixing through the Dangerous Music 2-Bus analog summing system at Gary Long’s Nomad Studios in Carrollton, Texas. Winfield says, “I’ve been spoiled. I’ve worked with the Dangerous 2-Bus summing amp at Nomad Studios and I didn’t want to do any mixing or critical listening without that technology at my side. The [Dangerous] D-Box is absolutely perfect for what I’m going to be doing at home. I also wanted to be fully compatible with Nomad.” more

LONDON, UK-Clear-Com Communication Systems, a Vitec Group brand, at PLASA 2008 (Stand L38) is exhibiting the V-Series Desktop unit, bringing control of its Eclipse Digital Matrix intercom system to the user’s fingertips. Part of the Clear-Com family of V-Series panel products, the V-Series Desktop can sit on a tabletop or be mounted on a wall for quick access and increased convenience during all types of live performances. more

DENVER, CO, SEPTEMBER 4, 2008 – Auralex Acoustics, the industry leader in innovative sound control solutions, is breaking new ground by launching a gallery of custom-printed acoustical panels at this year’s CEDIA show (Booth 630). Auralex Acoustics is exclusively the first to market SonicPrint, its custom-printed ProPanels featuring “The Art of Sound� theme which blends unlimited design and style options for any room with the company’s acoustically proven technology of its ProPanel product line. more

Reno, NV, September 4, 2008 – KRNV-TV News 4 will be giving viewers the best seat in the house as the 2008 Great Reno Balloon Race takes flight on September 5 through September 7. The station will broadcast the “Hare & Hound: Hunting Balloon-Style� event in HD using four of RF Central’s RFX-CMT-II camera-mounted transmitters and four of its RFX-RMR-II rack mount receivers as more than 100 vibrant hot air balloons take to the Nevada skies. Each set of four will be deployed along with KRNV-TV’s HD field cameras for wirelessly transmitting video and audio back to its central receive point, located at its satellite production van.

David Feher, director of engineering for Sunbelt Communications, parent company of KRNV-TV News 4, explains, “When broadcasting in HD, it is important that we are able to transmit and convey an intact HD signal from remote cameras in order to maintain picture quality.� He adds, “Through RF Central’s CMT-IIs and RMR-IIs, we are able to capture pristine images that really bring the experience home to the viewers.�

The Great Reno Balloon Race is the largest free hot air ballooning event in the nation. During three days in early September, you can look up into the Reno skies and see a rainbow of hot air balloons soaring overhead. From its humble beginnings in 1982 with just 20 balloons, The Great Reno Balloon Race has taken off with more than 100 balloons each year. Taking place just a few miles north of downtown Reno, the event enchants both young and old with its vibrant colors and inspiring music.

About RF Central
RF Central, LLC manufactures and supplies state-of-the-art microwave equipment to television broadcast and government customers throughout the United States. As one of the premier suppliers of broadcast equipment required to complete the 2GHz BAS transition, RF Central has grown from a few employees in 2005 to over 60 full-time dedicated professionals today. Located in Carlisle, PA, RF Central also provides specialized integration, installation, and engineering services. RF Central is marked by its unique qualifications within the industry, its focus on customer service and its dedication to expanding and improving the terrestrial microwave options available to customers. RF Central, along with Nucomm, Inc. and Microwave Service Company, form The Vitec Group RF Systems business unit, a component of The Vitec Group Broadcast Systems Division. For more information, visit www.rfcentral.com.

About The Vitec Group plc
The Vitec Group plc is acknowledged as a global leader in the supply of equipment and services to the broadcasting, entertainment and photographic industries and has established a reputation for technical excellence and superior engineering along with an astute business strategy which has seen it grow by acquisition. Innovation is a cornerstone of the Group’s activities and the organization is committed to a policy of continuous product development. With revenues (2007) of $546m (£274m) and over 2200 employees world-wide, its products are distributed in almost 100 countries, through a strong, fully-resourced distribution network or direct to the end user or corporate customer. More information can be found at www.vitecgroup.com.

Industry Veteran Returns to Company in New Role

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS, SEPTEMBER 4, 2008 – Anton/Bauer (IBC Stand 9.C40b), a brand of The Vitec Group, and the world’s premier provider of professional camera batteries, chargers, lighting and other mobile power systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Accardi as President. Accardi is an industry veteran who brings to Anton/Bauer his years of extensive expertise in sales and marketing, ensuring the company will retain its leading position across the globe.

In this new role, Accardi is charged with taking a world-class business to the next level, reinforcing Anton/Bauer’s reputation as the first name in high-quality mobile power systems for the professional television and video production markets.

“I’m thrilled to take on this role at Anton/Bauer, the number-one brand for high-end camera batteries and accessories in the world,� Accardi says. “The company’s success over its past 37 years is in no small part due to its commitment to exceptional customer service and the superior quality of its products, and my goal as president is to maintain this sterling reputation, as well as see how and where we can expand both globally and within the U.S. I am excited to see what new heights this company will reach over the next few years.�

To this end, Accardi has already begun working on several new initiatives aimed at enhancing Anton/Bauer’s high level of customer satisfaction and the resulting increased demand. The company has expanded its local stocking and delivery capabilities in all European Union countries, allowing for faster service and support. In time for IBC 2008 in Amsterdam, Anton/Bauer now offers a guaranteed turnaround time of seven days in all EU countries for warranted services on all products within its portfolio, including the ElipZ® line of 10k batteries and accessories and the Stasis® Flex line of body support systems, among others.

“Given his lifetime of commitment to several companies that are now a part of The Vitec Group family, appointing Michael president of Anton/Bauer just seemed natural,� says Joop Janssen, CEO of The Vitec Group Broadcast Systems Division. “He brings a wealth of experience as a sales and marketing professional to one of our most prestigious brands, ensuring Anton/Bauer will remain ahead of the curve in technology, sales and service for years to come.�
Accardi joins Anton/Bauer after serving as president of Autoscript, which he joined in 2004 and helped transform into the worldwide market leader in teleprompting solutions. With its success, the company caught the eye of The Vitec Group, which purchased it in 2006, and Accardi remained for two more years until his appointment at Anton/Bauer as head of sales for the Americas from 1994-2001. Prior to this, he served as VP of sales for Sachtler Corp. of America from 1986 to 1994.

ABOUT ANTON/BAUER
Anton/Bauer is recognized as the world’s premier provider of professional camera batteries, chargers, lighting and other key mobile power systems for the broadcast and video production markets. Headquartered in Shelton, CT and established in 1970, Anton/Bauer’s superior-quality camera batteries, chargers, and mobile power systems have become an industry standard. Since its inception, Anton/Bauer has expanded its product offerings to include many signature lines such as its leading Gold Mount® system, which includes the Interactive chargers, HyTRON® 50, 100 and 140, and Dionic® 90 and 160 batteries, as well as mounts, compatible with virtually every camera brand on the market today. Other Anton/Bauer performance products include the Ultralight®, the ElipZ®, ElightZ®, CINE-VCLX™ and its new CINE VCLX/2™. For more information on Anton/Bauer, visit www.antonbauer.com.

ABOUT THE VITEC GROUP PLC
The Vitec Group plc is acknowledged as a global leader in the supply of equipment and services to the broadcasting, entertainment and photographic industries and has established a reputation for technical excellence and superior engineering along with an astute business strategy which has seen it grow by acquisition. Innovation is a cornerstone of the Group’s activities and the organization is committed to a policy of continuous product development. With revenues (2007) of $546m (£274m) and over 2200 employees world-wide, its products are distributed in almost 100 countries, through a strong, fully-resourced distribution network or direct to the end user or corporate customer. More information can be found at www.vitecgroup.com.

PRG Las Vegas fires up DNC-related events with V-DOSC

DENVER, Colorado – September 2008 – The Las Vegas location of Production Resource Group (PRG) reports that it deployed full L-ACOUSTICS loudspeaker systems for two high-profile events staged in Denver during the recent Democratic National Convention.

The first production, Rock The Vote’s “Ballot Bash”, served as a star-studded event showcasing the power of the youth vote in the 2008 U.S. Presidential election. Featuring performances from Fall Out Boy, N*E*R*D, Jakob Dylan and others, Ballot Bash rocked over 2,500 attendees at the tri-level Ellie Caulkins Opera House starting at 10:00 p.m. on August 25th, providing an energizing close to the first day of DNC festivities. more

New update now available with Advanced Integration with MR816 CSX/X and CC121, 1.6 GB Content, Sequel 2 compatibility and more
Hamburg, Germany (September 3, 2008) – Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH is pleased to announce the availability of a new update to its Cubase 4 and Cubase Studio 4 Music Production Systems. The 4.5 versions are available now as a download for all US registered Cubase 4 and Cubase Studio 4 customers from www.steinberg.net.

The 4.5 update offers many new integrative technologies, with full support for the upcoming Steinberg MR816 CSX/X Advanced Integration DSP Studios and the CC121 Advanced Integration Controller. “Software and hardware are melded together with a FireWire I/O, a tactile controller and Steinberg’s Cubase Music Production System forming an exciting new system that pushes back the boundaries of what’s possible in digital audio,� says Vogt. Cubase 4.5 also offers enhanced support for the Yamaha MOTIF XS series as well as the KX USB Music Studio series.

“Cubase 4.5 is an important update that expands Cubase to add even more value for our customers,� comments Helge Vogt, Steinberg’s Product Marketing Manager for Cubase. “With new technologies and many under-the-hood enhancements, this update significantly enhances Cubase as a state-of-the-art music production system, and reflects our ongoing commitment to our customers and expanding the world of Cubase,� Vogt adds.

Cubase 4.5 also introduces VST Sound™, a new and improved universal media management format that is a fundamental part of Steinberg’s VST3 standard. Vogt comments: “To celebrate the launch of VST Sound, Cubase 4.5 includes the VST Sound Collection Vol. 1, offering 1.6 GB of first-class new sounds and instruments for Cubase.� Among the 45 new instruments for HALion One is the famed S90ES Grand by Yamaha. Cubase 4.5 also includes drums, basses, guitars and other instruments by Sonic Reality, as well as 250 loops by Big Fish Audio.
The update also offers full compatibility with Steinberg’s entry-level Sequel 2 Music Creation and Performance Software as well as the new Rock, Hip Hop and Industrial Content Sets. “This important addition ensures compatibility across the entire range of Steinberg production software,� Vogt adds. “For example, Cubase 4 customers using Sequel 2 as a musical sketch pad on a mobile computer can not only move those projects to a full-scale Cubase production environment for further development, but they can also use the three new Sequel 2 Content Sets for Rock, Hip Hop and Industrial to kick start their creativity.�

About Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH
Steinberg is known the world over for its professional media solutions. The company has been developing, manufacturing and selling software products for musicians and producers in the music, film, post production, and multimedia industries since 1984. Steinberg products are used by Grammy® and Oscar® award winning composers, engineers, and producers. For more information, please visit www.steinberg.net.