Latest articles by Jack Kontney
Holophone captures surround for latest production techniques
Holophone CEO Jonathan Godfrey discusses the shared need for seamless surround capture, from ENG to 3-D and beyond.
Stagetec handles audio for refurbished Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow
Grand reopening of Russia’s premier auditorium features Salzbrenner Stagetec audio networking, mixers and stage management.
Audio professionals converge in NYC for AES
Annual technology convention combines displays, demonstrations, tutorials and technical presentations on the state of the art in audio.
New SC702 Series converts unbalanced computer-based stereo outputs to balanced XLR mic level signals.
New SC702 Series converts unbalanced computer-based stereo outputs to balanced XLR mic level signals.
New DiGiCo racks expands I/O flexibility of SD Series consoles
Compact new MINI and NANO racks enable distributed connectivity for greater flexibility.
The storm before the CALM?
The broadcast industry faces likely Dec. 15 implementation with confidence that loudness compliance is largely a done deal.
Shure KSM353 ribbon mic captures guitar sound on Conan’s bandstand
Music mixer Brian Lodato uses the KSM353 to reproduce band leader Jimmy Vivino’s extensive tone palette.
Government crackdown on 1099 temps
Stricter tax law enforcement could result in large penalties for improper employee classification.
NAB Pro Audio Pit education highlights
Education program to address a wide range of audio issues in LVCC Central Hall.
WLS ABC7 Chicago uses latest technology for Lights Festival broadcast
Shure Axient wireless, Clear-Com Tempest900 intercom provide flawless audio both on air and behind the scenes.
TEC Awards to honor Steve Vai, top audio products
TEC Foundation announces presenters, major sponsors for 27th annual pro audio awards show.
Winter NAMM Show set to explode in Anaheim
Largest music products show in North America includes the latest products and technologies in pro audio.
Shure Axient wireless tackles tough NFL job in Miami
State-of-the-art Shure wireless system eliminates audio issues from referee’s microphone.
dbx-tv announces Total Cal audio calibration tool
The new software tool is designed to help manufacturers optimize sound quality from TVs regardless of speaker size.
Sensaphonics 3D Active Ambient IEM System gains US patent
USPTO grants 50 specific claims for unique Sensaphonics in-ear system, now available for licensing.
2012 pro audio trade show season begins
Manufacturers are optimistic that new products and a recovering global economy bode well.
FCC to announce national broadband plan March 17
The commission has set the lofty goal of connecting 93 million to the Web with affordable, high-speed Web access.
FCC considers revised wireless microphone licensing scheme
With interference protection at stake, the FCC has extended the comment period extended through March 1.
New Clear-Com products enable custom intercom
Concert and Tempest systems have created new options for broadcast and enterprise communications.
U.S. House votes for CALM
HR 1084 mandating commercial loudness leveling passes in the House in a voice vote.
In review: Sony’s PCM-M10 handheld digital recorder
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
The production crew for ‘country music’s biggest night” juggled hundreds of wireless frequencies without incident.
KMF Audio miking system offers natural stereo soundfield
The high-end binaural-style system used for the Grammy-nominated “Standards” jazz album is now shipping.
