Jack Kontney
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Holophone captures surround for latest production techniques
By Jack Kontney published
Holophone CEO Jonathan Godfrey discusses the shared need for seamless surround capture, from ENG to 3-D and beyond.

Audio coding giant Fraunhofer IIS leverages research into advanced technology
By Jack Kontney published
As the developer of MP3 and AAC audio, Fraunhofer continues cutting-edge codec development for digital media across all delivery platforms.

VocalBooth thrives despite economic downturn
By Jack Kontney published
New markets, diverse client base and expanded offerings have helped VocalBooth grow.

Achieving consistent loudness measurements Part 2
By Jack Kontney published
In the conclusion of this tutorial, DK-Technologies CEO Karsten Hansen explains how to achieve accurate and consistent loudness measurement.

Shure announces major recommitment to broadcasting
By Jack Kontney published
Multiple new product announcements at the NAB Show highlight Shure’s renewed focus on the broadcast market.

Fraunhofer MPEG Surround provides low-bandwidth 5.1 surround
By Jack Kontney published
MPEG Surround codec technology promises full, robust 5.1 audio in 64kb/s streaming environments.

Linear Acoustic 'getting out of audio-processing business'
By Jack Kontney published
Tim Carroll sent a clear message that unnecessary audio processing for loudness control can compromise broadcast quality.

HME, Clear-Com look to the future
By Jack Kontney published
The presidents of Clear-Com and parent company HME reflect on their merger a year ago and make plans to move forward.

Attendance, optimism high at NAB Show
By Jack Kontney published
Exhibitors reported renewed enthusiasm across all broadcast industry segments.

Achieving consistent loudness measurement Part 1
By Jack Kontney published
In this two-part series, DK-Technologies founder and CEO Karsten Hansen explains how to achieve accurate and consistent loudness measurement.

NAB Show focuses on audio in Pro Audio Pit
By Jack Kontney published
The Pro Audio Pit offers free, in-depth audio training to NAB attendees.

Music Mix Mobile helps take Grammy audio to next level
By Jack Kontney published
The Grammy Awards used the expertise and infrastructure of Music Mix Mobile to conquer the challenges of live music broadcast.

New Clear-Com products enable custom intercom
By Jack Kontney published
Concert and Tempest systems have created new options for broadcast and enterprise communications.

U.S. House votes for CALM
By Jack Kontney published
HR 1084 mandating commercial loudness leveling passes in the House in a voice vote.

In review: Sony’s PCM-M10 handheld digital recorder
By Jack Kontney published
The new PCM-M10 expands the legacy of Sony’s premium handheld digital audio recorders at a recession-friendly price point.

Shure, Audio-Technica, Sennheiser provide RF power to CMA Awards telecast
By Jack Kontney published
The production crew for ‘country music’s biggest night” juggled hundreds of wireless frequencies without incident.

The Who rock Super Bowl XLIV halftime
By Jack Kontney published
The rock legends relied on Shure mics and PSM 900 personal monitor systems for their live halftime show performance.

NAMM Show exhibits industry optimism, increased attendance
By Jack Kontney published
The annual music products show in Anaheim boasted numerous new product releases and palpable hope for a strong 2010.
FCC order finalizes ban of RF mics in 700MHz range
By Jack Kontney published
Shure’s Chris Lyons explains the June 12 transition order and its implications for wireless users.

KMF Audio miking system offers natural stereo soundfield
By Jack Kontney published
The high-end binaural-style system used for the Grammy-nominated “Standards” jazz album is now shipping.

NAMM Show exhibits industry optimism, increased attendance
By Jack Kontney published
The annual music products show in Anaheim boasted numerous new product releases and palpable hope for a strong 2010.
FCC order finalizes ban of RF mics in 700MHz range
By Jack Kontney published
Shure’s Chris Lyons explains the June 12 transition order and its implications for wireless users.

Genelec continues push into broadcast with DSP-based loudspeaker solutions
By Jack Kontney published
The digital-input speakers represent Genelec’s commitment to advanced technology in loudspeaker design.
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