Apr 1, 2001 12:00 PM

ART A/D MIC PRE/DI BOX

ART's (www.artproaudio.com) DI/O Preamp System is a combined microphone preamp/DI box offering simultaneous operation to analog and digital outputs, including S/PDIF, TOSLINK or ADAT. Sample rate is adjustable from 44.1-96 kHz; the system also syncs to ADAT or external wordclock. An insert loop provides access for additional signal processing or direct A/D converter access. Variable Valve Voicing in the mic pre's 12AX7A gain stage presents various tube voicings tailored to vocals, guitar, bass and acoustic instruments. Two analog meters monitor levels, while an output limiter controls overshoots and normalizes levels before digital clipping.Price: $319.
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SPECK 4-BAND PARAMETRIC

Speck Electronics (www.speck.com) is shipping the Model ASC single-channel, 4-band parametric equalizer. The ASC features -12dB/+6dB front panel gain control and 12 controls for equalization adjustment that covers the audio spectrum from 20-25k Hz. Designed for recording studios, touring sound systems and commercial installations, the ASC offers +28dBu headroom and exceptional audio specifications. The rear panel has both XLR and TRS inputs and transformer-balanced outputs. Price: $645.
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CREST VOICE PROCESSOR

The Studio Series ST2 from Crest Audio (www.crestaudio.com) is a 2-channel voice processor with mic/line preamp sections, 4-band parametric EQ and tube-sound processing for each channel. The two channels can be mixed on the stereo bus or sent in mono to their respective outputs. Inputs are XLR and ¼-inch, and the mic inputs offer a 20dB pad, polarity reverse, +48V phantom power and a highpass filter. EQ is high- and low-shelving sections and two fully parametric mid filters. Also featured are 10-segment LED meters, direct (pre-pan) unbalanced outputs and unbalanced I/O inserts for more processing. Price: $699.
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RADIAL INJECTOR GUITAR DISTRO

The JD7 Injector from Radial Engineering (www.radialeng.com) is a guitar signal distribution/routing system housed in a single-rackspace enclosure. Providing inputs for two guitars (with a selectable 8dB pad on Input A for matching levels among humbucking and single-coil pickups), the JD7 has seven discrete outputs, two of which are equipped with effects pedal loops. Output 7 offers both guitar level (TRS) and balanced mic level (XLR) outputs for direct recording of the “dry” signal. The unit also includes Jensen transformers. Price: $700.
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ROLLS PREAMP/COMPRESSOR/LIMITER/GATE

Rolls (www.rolls.com) debuts the CL151 GLC single-channel compressor/limiter with mic preamp and noise gate. I/Os include XLR and unbalanced ¼-inch inputs, unbalanced ¼-inch output and ¼-inch sidechain insert. The soft-knee compressor has threshold and ratio controls; gate threshold and release times are also adjustable. The CL151 GLC can be used as stand-alone or mounted in a rack tray with similar units. Price: $120.
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CABLE MEASUREMENT TOOL

The Megger CLM200 from Biddle Instruments (dist. by Jensen Tools, www.jensentel.com) is a handheld unit that measures the length of telecommunications, data, audio and power cables, whether on drums, in cut lengths or already installed. The CLM200 will measure up to 6,000 feet and detects opens and shorts, providing distance to the fault. Any cable type can be measured, and the unit is preprogrammed to measure 26 different standard cables accurately. Connectors are male and female BNC, with a supplied alligator clip adapter.
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SURGEX SURGE SUPPRESSORS

Frontier Electronics' SurgeX (www.surgex.com) division debuts the SX1115 Series of rackmount surge suppressors/power conditioners, available with six switched and two unswitched AC receptacles on the rear panel. The $459 SX1115RL has a dimmer control with connectors for Littlite gooseneck lamps, while the $499 SX1115R and SX1115RT models offer an additional unswitched front panel outlet. The RT includes a remote turn-on function and a Phoenix connector for interfacing to sequential power-up/-down controllers such as the SurgeX SX2120 SEQ.
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SUMMIT TUBE DI BOX

Summit Audio (www.summitaudio.com) has introduced the TD-100 tube direct box. Featuring a 12AX7A/ECC83 tube circuit, the TD-100 also includes a variable input impedance (loading) control for matching instrument output to input impedance. With output signal available at mic or line-level, the unit may be used as an instrument preamp or, with 600-ohm headphones, as a practice amp. The half-rack unit includes polarity reverse and ground lift switches, level and peak-hold LEDs and an internal power supply. Outputs are balanced XLR and ¼-inch TRS. Price: $495.
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NOREN ACOUSTILOCK CABINETS

Noren Products (www.norenproducts.com) offers the Acoustilock fanless cabinet, which isolates noisy equipment within an acoustically sealed and vibration-damped cabinet and dissipates equipment-generated heat passively. Two models provide up to 600 watts of waste heat dissipation and 32.5 dBA of noise reduction.
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SAMSON S-CLASS PROCESSORS

Samson (www.samsontech.com) intros its S-Class rackmount processors with five models, including three dynamic processors (two 2-channel and one 4-channel) offering Expander/Gate/Compressor/Limiter functions, a 4-channel headphone amp and a three-way stereo/four-way mono crossover. Prices range from $220 to $290.
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DOLBY SHIPS MULTICHANNEL AUDIO TOOL

Dolby Laboratories (www.dolby.com) is now shipping the DP570 Multichannel Audio Tool, a cost-effective, 2U rackspace unit that simplifies the process of monitoring multichannel audio and creating Dolby Digital metadata. The DP570 provides separate multichannel, stereo and mono outputs for feeding three sets of monitor speakers and allows the user to hear the effect of metadata in real time, while preparing soundtracks for ultimate delivery as Dolby Digital bitstreams. An 8-channel router can reconfigure program material in nonstandard track formats, and additional features include reference-quality, 24-bit, D/A converters and flexible Ethernet, RS-485 and GPI/O control. The unit features both digital and analog outputs, along with a metadata output suitable for connection to a DP569 Dolby Digital encoder or DP571 Dolby E encoder. The DP570's price is $6,495; a version that ships without the Cat. No. 548 Analog Option Card is $4,995.
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SOUNDMAN “EARBUD” MIC

The Soundman OKM II stereo microphone (dist. by Independent Audio, www.independentaudio.com) is designed to be worn as an “earbud” headset, allowing for natural binaural stereo recordings of music, sound effects and interviews. Available in high-SPL versions and with either mic or line-level outputs, the OKM II is priced between $155 and $395.
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PRODESK STUDIO FURNITURE

ProDesk (www.prodesk.be) offers a line of modular furniture for audio and video workstations, project studio mixers and computer-based music systems. Several basic configurations are offered, and the modular systems are easily combined or extended for larger work surfaces. Features include black melamine finish, overbridge shelves for audio and video monitors, and a built-in 12U (21-inch) rack on most models, with other rack versions available.
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LUCID'S DIGITAL DA

Lucid (www.lucidaudio.com) has introduced four digital audio distribution amplifiers. The AES×4 receives either Word Clock or AES audio and distributes it to four AES-connected units. The CLK×6 passes sync information, in Word Clock or Superclock format, to six parallel outputs. The SPDIF×7 accepts S/PDIF stereo audio and feeds it to four S/PDIF and two TOSLINK optical outputs and also to one AES output. Distribution in multiple formats is simultaneous. The GEN×6 can distribute Word Clock or Superclock to six BNC outputs; the unit can also be used as a standalone clock source, generating Word Clock or Superclock at 44.1 or 48 kHz. The Lucid DAs are priced at under $600.
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MBHO LOLLYPOP

MBHO (dist. by Music Trade Center, www.inditec.com) offers the MBNM 608 Lollypop multipattern condenser microphone. Offering a selection of cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-8 patterns, the 608's capsule design features a double diaphragm, gold-sputtered membrane and a brass back plate. Frequency response is 5-20k Hz; max SPL is 133 dB.
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