UK - Martin Audio has appointed the experienced Dominic Jacobson to the new role of export account manager.

Jacobson will be applying the extensive skills gleaned in the film, broadcast TV and music production industries to the live sound and contracting markets, where he will be responsible for the EMEA territories, says the company.

"I'm relishing the challenge of promoting a brand that is so highly regarded in each of its core market sectors," he said. "I am particularly looking forward to growing the business in certain parts of the world such as Africa, where there is scope for furthering Martin Audio's market share."

The new export manager will report to director of sales, Simon Bull, who confirms, "Dominic's appointment will provide much-needed assistance through a range of EMEA territories and enable us to apply greater focus to some burgeoni

India / Italy - Outline has confirmed the appointment of White Eagle Entertainment Ltd as its exclusive distributor for India.

With offices in New Delhi, White Eagle Entertainment specialises in the design, sale, installation and maintenance of commercial and professional audio. With 20 years experience, WEE has a portfolio that includes some of the best-known names in the industry.

The company's CEO, Mr. Arun Kalra, who has been committed to India's audio market for decades and also holds key sales positions with top international brands, states, "Outline has been on our list of most desired high-end brands for many years. It's a company that is known for its unique sound systems and extremely high quality. Our extensive experience working for some of the best-known names in the industry is our best possible publicity.

"We take pride in providing all our clients w

Canada / Germany - Vocal processing expert TC-Helicon and audio specialist Sennheiser have unveiled their partnership in the field of vocal effects microphones. Combining their extensive expertise in creating tools for vocalists and microphone technology, the two companies have been working on joint research projects since 2011, and will launch a joint product at NAMM in January 2013.

"The initial spark for our co-operation was at NAMM 2011, when TC-Helicon premiered a microphone with controls for vocal effects and Sennheiser demonstrated 'Concept Tahoe', a beatboxing microphone developed in their research lab in the USA," says Kevin Alexander, CEO of TC-Helicon. "We had never met, we had never talked - and happened to be showing the same product."

Michael Polten, director customer relationship management, Sennheiser, adds, "We sat down together right

South Africa - A Midas PRO1, supplied and installed by South African Midas partner Prosound, ensured one of Durban's most prominent theatres went digital just in time for its fast moving Christmas production - Beauty and the Beast.

"The city's Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre hosts some of South Africa's biggest arts events including the Durban International Film Festival and Poetry Africa festivals," explains Ryan Selby of Prosound. "We installed a Midas PRO1 to ensure that this particular Panto's scene changes, many of which have to happen almost instantaneously, will work. These would have been unachievable with the venue's previous desk."

The move marks the first time Beauty and the Beast sound designer Megan Levy, of DarkHorse Productions, had used a PRO1. With only three days to familiarise herself with the console she was a bit apprehensive. H

France - APG has further reinforced its R&D department with the appointment of Eve Redero who will manage all electronics-based R&D projects.

Having graduated from the prestigious Ecole des Mines engineering faculty in St Etienne, Redero is a fully qualified civil engineer specializing in microelectronics and nanotechnology. This specialisation led to her completing her final internship at APG where she also prepared her thesis on the development of filtering and signal processing functions of the latest generation of digital signal processors.

A passionate classical guitarist, Eve is also bilingual French/English thanks to several trips and internships abroad. She is already working on a number of major electronic developments that will be unveiled to the domestic market at the forthcoming SIEL show in Paris and then internationally at ProLight & Sound in Frankfurt.

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Bulgaria - Integration specialist, ProAudio Ltd., has completed the installation of audio, intercom and intelligent lighting systems in the new sports and theatre facilities of the America for Bulgaria Student Centre at the American University in Bulgaria (AUBG).

Located in the stylish Bulgarian city of Blagoevgrad, AUBG is a private American-style liberal arts university that has assumed a unique and critical educational role in the dynamic region of southeast Europe, through its emphasis on preparing students for leadership, community involvement, careers, and advanced study. AUBG is accredited both in the US and in Bulgaria, and academic credits are fully transferable in Europe and in the United States.

"The most acoustically challenging area was the multi-purpose gymnasium, which is frequently used for basketball," said Stanislav Petrov, managing director of ProA

The Netherlands - d&b audiotechnik is once again showing its White colours at the ISE exhibition in Amsterdam at the end of January on stand number 9-A121 as well as making a little noise in their demo lounge E103.

In the later there will be a series of half hour sessions that will present a rather visual approach to the new d&b ArrayCalc V7 software, which extends the use of this sophisticated yet easy to use acoustic simulation tool from the d&b line array loudspeakers to the point source cabinets, most notably the xS-Series from the White integration range.

d&b will also be represented within the ISE seminar programme on Thursday 31 January with a presentation by Janko Ramuscak on the secret of a good sound system design, which takes place in room D204 from 12:00 to 13:45. The session will start with sound ways to approach a system design, and progress into some basic but e

The Netherlands - Ateis Europe returns to ISE at the RAI, in Amsterdam this month on stand 7-M220 where the company will showcase a raft of new solutions.

Ateis confirms the distribution of leading digital and video over IP systems manufacturer, Xavtel. Its new conferencing and audio distribution system called Octaflex will take prominence, whilst the Ateis IDA8 a fully compliant public address voice alarm system will be a focus amongst its expansive range of advanced EN-54 - 16 compliant products.

The IDA8 system launched at ISE last year made an impact on the market being deployed at Silverstone's Formula One racetrack and London Underground's new Paddington station with huge success, says the company.

The IDA8 is a 'one-box' solution that runs open DSP software. It boasts IP connectivity and features an IP microphone to maximise this facility. In addition it offers remote

UK - London-based Capital Sound Hire has become the first UK company to take delivery of a Nexo STM Series system, following a two-year participation in its design and specification process.

Capital's collaboration with Nexo stems from the very first hypothetical discussions about a new high-spec loudspeaker system. Chosen in 2010 as one of three international development team members, Capital has had influential input into the system's design, and will be instrumental in the next phase of its evolution, applying its technical expertise and experience at the highest levels of touring to ensure the STM Series meets its full potential.

"Originally, it was an opportunity to influence the design of a loudspeaker system so that the final product was more in line with our ideals," explains Capital's Ian Colville. "As the STM concept emerged, this was replaced with a d

USA - Audio-Technica reports that it is endorsed by noted guitarist John 5. A key part of John 5's setup is his Audio-Technica Artist Elite 5000 Series UHF Wireless System, which gives him "great signal and free range of movement for his various performances". An in-demand collaborator, John 5 has contributed to the work of such artists as Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Lynyrd Skynyrd, k.d. lang, Ricky Martin, David Lee Roth and many more.

John 5's 5000 Series system is the AEW-5111a configuration, which includes the AEW-R5200 dual receiver and two AEW-T1000a UniPak transmitters, with the AEW-DA660D UHF Antenna Distribution System, ATW-A49S UHF Wide-band Directional LPDA Antenna and AT-GRcW PRO Professional Guitar Input Cable for Wireless.

John 5 states, "I wouldn't go on stage without my Audio-Technica wireless; it's simply the best on the market. You can't tell t

USA - For more than 40 years, Ocean County College in Toms River has been a popular destination for new graduates, drawing a wide range of students from across the area. The school's notable alumni include New Jersey's own native son, Bruce Springsteen.

OCC's Athletics Hall and Gymnasium, a multi-use facility used for games, practices, classes, and other events, was recently treated to a new sound system to replace its aging 1970s era system. The design-build project was handled by Blackwood, NJ-based JD Sound and Video, and features Community Professional's R-Series loudspeakers and iBOX subwoofers.

"The original system, which was installed in the early 1970s, featured some of Community's first hand-moulded horns," explains JD Sound's Joe DiSabatino. "When the college decided to put in a new system, they went around listening to other schools' systems and were

UK - St Lawrence College in Ramsgate prides itself on the cutting edge facilities available to its students, so the recent addition of a dedicated new theatre at the college had to live up to high expectations. The multi-use theatre, which forms part of a 'new build' project at the independent school, and also includes classroom space, a new boardroom and dormitories, can easily seat all 480 senior school pupils at one time with its large main hall and balcony. A main stage dominates the back wall but the space can be adapted to hold performances in the round.

The architect in charge of the new build project contacted the London office of Stage Electrics giving them a blank canvas to design a full audio, video and lighting installation for the building.

Stage Electrics chose the Roland M-300 Digital Mixing Console, the Roland S-1608 Digital Snake Stage Unit and the Roland S-08

UK - Orbital Sound reports its busiest pantomime season to date, with nearly 30 shows playing simultaneously around the UK during December 2012 and January 2013. All of Orbital's recently acquired Yamaha CL5 consoles are in active service on the hectic show schedule, forming a key component in Orbital's comprehensive sound equipment and support service for the UK's top Christmas shows.

To cope with this year's record demand, Orbital has also augmented its hire equipment with another 220 channels of Shure radio microphones, as well as deploying the new TheatrePro E-60MP low profile earset and L-45 lavalier microphones. The compact d&b audiotechnik T-Series loudspeakers are playing a starring role, providing configuration flexibility matched by high quality audio performance.

Managing director Chris Headlam elaborates, "This has been an outstanding season, with the top pant

The Netherlands / USA - WORK is exhibiting at both NAMM (stand 6274) and ISE (stand 1P110).

This year at NAMM the main attraction of the stand of WORK will be the release of the Arion series, a new line of high quality loudspeakers, designed for the most demanding users. The first two models of the series will be available at the stand. These models are two Line array systems with an excellent acoustic response, which gives a first indication about the quality of the forthcoming loudspeakers of the Arion series.

People in the trade interested in amplification will have the opportunity to discover Zenith 6000, a power amplifier with up to 6000 W and only 14.6 kg. It is the first time that this powerful model has been shown in the United States.

The processor WPE 26 N is another new product fromWORK this year. It is a digital system for loudspeaker management with network conn

France - One of the country's most culturally important theatres, the Théâtre National Populaire (TNP) has been at the heart of contemporary French performing arts for over 90 years. Moving from Paris to Villeurbanne 40 years ago, a comprehensive refurbishment has seen a Yamaha digital audio system installed in the theatre's two performance spaces.

The aptly named Grand Théâtre and Petit Théâtre feature auditoriums seating 667 and 252 respectively, alongside rehearsal rooms and other facilities. After major refurbishment of the buildings, Vénissieux-based Scenetec was contracted to design and install the new technical infrastructure in both venues.

"Before the refurbishment, the auditoriums were more-or-less still as they had been in the 1970s, so it was the ideal opportunity to completely update the technical specification to modern standar

UK - An Allen & Heath iLive digital mixing system is currently on a national tour of the UK with the hit musical, Bugle Boy, which traces the life, career and mysterious disappearance of the late bandleader and composer Glenn Miller.

The system is based around an iLive-T112 Control Surface and an iDR-48 MixRack fitted with a MADI network card.

"I first saw the modular iLive system at a PLASA show a few years ago, so when the compact fixed-format iLive-T Series came along, I decided to take the plunge and purchase a system. It has eliminated a 20U rack of outboard at FOH, made the FOH footprint much smaller and made fit-up/get-out times so much quicker. The get-out on this tour typically takes less than an hour, with FOH being able to be packed away in ten minutes," comments Andy Onion, Bugle Boy's sound designer and operator.

In the FOH rack is a rackmount P

Germany - Audio specialist Sennheiser showcases its passion for sound through their new digital magazine, the 'Blue Stage' iPad app, which offers interactive storytelling coupled with explorative navigation. A new edition is released every month in order to examine the subject of sound from a different perspective. The Sennheiser iPad app is free and is available now, in English, from the iTunes store. Other languages available are German, Spanish, Portuguese and Chinese. A Russian translation is also planned for the near future.

"Each month the subject of sound is given a new twist. Readers of 'Blue Stage' can expect inspiring stories delivered in an informative and innovative way", explains Uwe Greunke, director of strategic marketing at Sennheiser. 'Blue Stage' is designed to be a focal point for both long-standing and aspiring sound enthusiasts".

The first e

Australia - So far this year, Coda Audio has taken delivery of 50 channels of Shure UHF-R wireless microphone systems to use on their elite events such as The Sydney Festival. Michael Wilkie, director of Coda Audio, decided upon the Shure UHF-R system as it is widely accepted and trusted in the industry.

"The upcoming change in the frequency window of what we're allowed to use in Australia was an important factor in the purchases," he remarked. "The 780 - 820 MHz range will become progressively unusable or illegal to use in Australia at a certain point in the future so we needed to change at some point."

Having used the Shure UHF-R systems extensively over the past few months, Wilkie reports that their performance has been terrific.

"They're a lot more flexible and easier to set up than their predecessor," he said. "The IR to program the be

Australia - ARX Systems has announced the addition of the new ISO Balancer DI passive direct box to their AudiBox range of Precision Tools for Audio Professionals .

The new ISO Balancer DI converts unbalanced audio signals from sources including Computers, Tablets and Smart Phones to balanced, low impedance signals suitable for use with professional equipment and long cable runs. Transformer ground isolation ensures low-noise operation, preventing ground loops and other extraneous noise.

The ISO Balancer DI features industry standard 6.5mm Jack, RCA and 3.5mm Jack inputs to cover all connector types, and transformer balanced Left and Right XLR outputs.

As an added feature the Iso Balancer DI also features a Mono'ing switch allowing Stereo signals to be easily mono'd.

The ISO Balancer DI is a totally passive device with no power requirements, making it a truly universal and

USA - As an integral part of the distributed audio system UH's Translational Health Science Simulation Centre (THSSC), Tannoy loudspeakers are aiding instructors in providing students with real-life simulations of scenarios they are certain to experience in the field.

Over 100 Tannoy CMS 801DC in-ceiling loudspeakers are deployed throughout the facility, says Alex Donkle, of D.L. Adams Associates, Ltd., the firm tasked with designing THSSC's A/V and control systems: "They're everywhere; hallways, the lobby, the exam rooms, in three conference rooms equipped with video/teleconferencing systems and in the main simulation area, the Multimedia Room."

CMS Series is Tannoy's premium range of full bandwidth; highpower and high sensitivity ceiling-mounted loudspeaker devices specifically designed for applications requiring the combination of uncompromising sonic quality for

USA - Audinate has announced, that as part of its global expansion, it has hired Gary Southwell as its new vice president of product management.

Southwell brings more than 20 years of experience in product management and technology leadership within the networking industry. Prior to joining Audinate, Southwell served as CTO at BTI Systems, where he focused on enabling new services and deployment for large-scale packet optical network and strategic planning of next generation video delivery systems.

"I am excited to join Audinate and I have been very impressed with strong momentum and adoption of Dante to date" says Southwell. "What's even more exciting is the enormous potential Dante can bring to enable new A/V networked applications."

"Audinate is a networking company, and we have captured a market leadership position, due to the vast expertise we h

The Netherlands - Cloud Electronics will introduce the 46/120 - "the long-awaited big brother to the highly regarded 46/50 Multi Zone/Paging Amplifier" - at ISE next week. It offers simple, direct connection of 2 microphones and 6 music sources which can be routed to feed 4 different output zones with a mix of up to 120w(4Ohm) or 100w (70v/100v per Zone) of high quality audio. The 46/120 music programme and level can be controlled remotely as well as Zone 1 Optional Input/Remote Device (LM-2). An optional control interface card is available for RS232, Ethernet & Digital Paging (PM-4A) along with Clouds conventional paging facility.

The Media version plays MP3 or WMA files directly from a USB device or SD memory card plugged into the front panel of the unit, via a simple set of playback controls. All standard data rates and sampling frequencies are supported.

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USA - Midas will showcase its PRO Series of desks at California's winter NAMM show in Anaheim, CA. This is the first time the entire PRO Series family has been seen together on America's west coast.

Midas brand development manager, Richard Ferriday comments, "We look forward to welcoming our American audiophile friends to booth B 5740 at NAMM, where we will have our product range hooked up to audio and ready to go. Visitors are invited to play with and listen to the consoles. Jay Easley, Kyle Chirnside and I will be on hand to answer questions, and we're confident that everyone who attends will enjoy the experience."

MIDAS launched the smallest of its PRO Series - the award winning PRO1 - at InfoComm Las Vegas in June 2012, followed by its European debut at London's PLASA in September.

In the past year Midas PRO Consoles have been the choice on an increasing number

UK - Audio-Technica has announced the launch of a 0% finance package for Allen&Heath's GLD and iLive mixer ranges. Delivered in conjunction with Fineline Media Finance, the finance offer is open to business customers on qualifying purchases of a GLD or iLive system with a total order value exceeding £7500 exc VAT.

Retailers interested in more information on the scheme - either for themselves or a customer - should contact Fineline Media Finance on 020 8334 2100 or email sales@fineline.co.uk

Audio-Technica UK managing director Adrian Rooke said, "Audio-Technica is aware of the financial challenges that continue to face our customers in difficult economic times. We are dedicated to supporting them through these challenges where we can, so we're very pleased to be able to announce this finance package on two of Allen&Heath's most popular professional mixers."

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