Latest articles by Jack Kontney
Audio takes center stage at NAB2009
NAB attendees flocked to audio providers for seamless solutions to surround-sound and loudness control issues
Barix unveils Exstreamer 1000 AoIP device
Barix is touting the Exstreamer 1000 as a ‘Swiss broadcast knife’ to seamlessly transport audio via Internet.
Riedel Communications, Calrec Audio announce technology partnership
Riedel Artist intercom control panels will be ported directly to the new Calrec Apollo control surface.
Wheatstone goes all-in with three new DTV consoles
The new D-5.2 flagship console boasts a larger mix engine and comprehensive displays for fast-paced news environments.
Logitek expands into IP-based audio routers with JetStream series
The next-generation JetStream Mini audio router simplifies setup when used with Logitek control surfaces
Qualis Audio founder addresses audio monitoring with Sentinel
Richard Cabot has the prescription for post-DTV audio stress
FCC embraces open information online
Online initiatives are adding transparency through new Web sites and social media initiatives.
Audio-related trade show season off to a slow start
With the turn of the calendar to 2009, the electronics industry has moved its focus away from the difficulties of last year and has begun to look forward to 2009.
Pro audio manufacturers show off new gear at NAMM
Strong attendance at the music technology show reflected industry optimism amid economic uncertainty
Shure offers frequency selection suggestions for broadcasters
The company is helping mobile crews to “read between the lines” of the FCC white spaces ruling
FCC releases full text of white spaces ruling
The Second Report and Order document defines unlicensed TV band devices and mandates a national wireless frequency database
Mix Foundation announces TEC Awards nominees, opens new online voting
The awards ceremony for excellence in audio will be Oct. 10 at the AES Convention in New York.
Pro audio manufacturers missing in action at Summer NAMM
The Nashville, TN, music products show reported lower attendance and fewer exhibits.
Wireless microphones – lost in the white spaces
The war of words among Shure, the NAB and the technology lobby impacted the likely future of wireless microphones
Audio
The inevitable move to HD broadcasting requires a near-universal need for a new audio infrastructure. Fortunately, manufacturers are armed with a slew
FCC chairman announces support of Net Neutrality
Julius Genachowski announced his support of a free and open Internet in line with the principles of ‘net neutrality’ in his first major policy address.
AES programming for broadcasters hits on all cylinders
Wide-ranging technical sessions cover broadcast audio from input to output in the context of today’s media requirements.
Audio console trends
If you buy the wrong headset, you simply replace it. But if you buy the wrong audio console, you affect operations for years to come. As production needs
Shure debuts game-changing Axient wireless solution
The new Shure Axient system includes a sweeping technology shift for high-end users in crowded RF situations.
Pro Tools 9 signals fundamental, user-friendly change at Avid
The new customer-centric development process uses an open-source approach.
UnderToneAudio debuts ultimate analog console at AES
The startup company is set to replace aging vintage consoles with the best in modern analog circuitry design.
Avid unleashes Pro Tools 9 at AES
Pro Tools Version 9 signals a fundamental, user-friendly change, adding a huge software-only toolset and embracing third-party hardware integration.
Community receives patent for carbon ring cone technology
The new loudspeaker design methodology and materials enable greater rigidity while reducing mass.
