April 29th, 2022 Newsletter

Our NAB Show Recap

Our team was excited to travel out to sunny Las Vegas for the first in-person NAB Show in three years.

Besides seeing a lot of familiar faces, we were also met with some new and exciting new products and developments in the broadcast world. We found new monitor controllers, metering, microphones, audio-over-IP solutions, software, and other handy products for broadcasters and content creators of all varieties!

Just Arrived: Sennheiser XSW IEM

Make the move to personal monitoring with Sennheiser XS Wireless IEM. Defining new standards for simple, flexible, and reliable wireless in-ear monitoring, this system is designed to help you level up your sound – regardless of your experience level. Whether a rehearsal or live performance, on a club stage or for a worship service, benefit from renowned Sennheiser sound and solid wireless reliability packaged into a convenient, entry- level system – letting you focus on playing your best.

Designed for the rigors of the small stage, the XS Wireless IEM system features a comprehensive design that you can count on. The system works in the professional-grade UHF range and uses pre-defined frequency banks – for quick and simple configuration in any environment as well as seamless compatibility with existing gear..

Systems start at only $599, and you can add on packs and other components as needed.

Pro Tools 2022: More Options, More Features.

Pro Tools is the world’s most used and awarded audio production software for making music, movies, and TV shows. Get everything you need to create, record, edit, and mix in the moment— including a massive collection of plugins, instruments, and sounds—and turn your ideas into the next big thing.

Pro Tools software is now available in three new offerings—Pro Tools Artist for aspiring music creators, Pro Tools Studio for professional music creators/producers, and the Pro Tools Flex subscription bundle for audio post and music studios.

ADAM Audio's New A Series Announced!

The ADAM Audio A Series delivers highly accurate, transparent sound across a full line of monitors that can be controlled remotely and in real time. Comprising five models, the A4V, A7V, A44H, A77H and A8H are the right fit for an array of professional and home studios—as well as broadcast, fixed-installation, 3D, immersive, and home audio environments.

Innovations such as rotatable HPS waveguide technology, and DSP-based room correction and voicings enable you to tune speakers for your room and your ears. Upgradable firmware allows these monitors to evolve, so you can continue to capitalize on future innovations from ADAM Audio. An extended 5-year warranty offer plus post-warranty support ensure these monitors will continue to perform at their best for many years to come.

RTW Introduces TouchControl 5!

Meet TouchControl 5, a Dante® based AoIP monitor controller with metering. Built on RTW's long and proud legacy of making broadcast-ready monitor controllers, it features a 5” intuitive touchscreen and a small footprint that preserves valuable space at your desktop. It even features RTW standard precision metering, including SPL, measured using the built-in microphone.

The TouchControl 5 will be available later this year in two versions - a basic unit ($1149) or expanded model ($2667) pre-configured with additional metering licenses.

New From Shure: KSM11 Mic Capsule

The KSM11 Wireless Vocal Microphone Capsule ($899) redefines vocal performance by providing a prized combination of full lows, clear mids and high-end detail, without the need for extensive EQ. A cardioid condenser designed specifically for live performance, event recording and premium streaming, the KSM11 allows digital wireless systems to present live vocals that must be heard to be believed.

Available in black or nickel finish, the KSM11 is compatible with all Shure wireless handheld transmitters with interchangeable microphone capsules.