April 18, 2007, Morganville, N.J., Aurora Multimedia has begun shipping the NX DAP–a digital audio player that snaps into their WACI NX series of IP based controllers. The digital audio player integrates seamlessly with the control system, simplifying the integration of multimedia kiosks. The NX DAP offers high quality audio, superb reliability, and built-in interactivity with buttons, touch screens, and motion sensors. more

LEXINGTON, KY — ELAN Home Systems, a leading manufacturer of award-winning Multi-Room audio/video and home control systems, announced that the company has entered into a cooperative marketing partnership with Terra-SAN, a premiere digital media management firm that grooms and imports private CD audio collections onto digital media servers, to provide secure, off-site media back-up services for its entire line of VIA! dj Digital Music Servers. The announcement was made today by Bob Farinelli, ELAN’s President and Chief Technology Officer. more

LSR4300 Series 5.1 studio monitor systems incorporate RMC‘ Technology and Harman HiQnet‘ network functionality for unprecedented accuracy and simplified setup of 5.1 surround sound monitoring.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, April 16, 2007 — At NAB2007, JBL Professional brings its LSR4300 Series studio monitors to broadcast applications with the introduction of two 5.1 surround sound systems featuring networking functionality and JBL‘s groundbreaking RMC‘ Room Mode Correction technology. more

Making its U.S. trade show debut at NAB 2007, the AKG Perception 150 produces highly precise sound for instrument and recording applications.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – April 16, 2007 – At NAB 2007, AKG will highlight the newest addition to its Perception Series of recording microphones – the Perception 150 professional small-diaphragm condenser microphone. Providing the same outstanding price/performance ratio as the entire AKG Perception family, the Perception 150 is the first in the series to be a front address model, providing yet another high quality option in recording, overhead miking and many live and broadcast applications. more

The new HC 577 is virtually non-detectable on stage or on camera and provides true water resistant durability.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – April 16, 2007 – Designed for flawless performance under dynamic conditions, AKG‘s HC 577 headset makes its U.S. debut at NAB 2007. Insensitive to moisture/perspiration and designed to withstand the rigors of stage performance while providing superb audio quality, the HC 577 performs flawlessly under the bright stage lights that speakers and actors are immersed in. Featuring an adjustable behind-the-neck headband and dual-ear temple pieces for extreme stability, the HC 577 provides excellent comfort and maneuverability to the end-user. The microphone boom further offers flexibility with an adjustable length, a flexible mic boom and choice of left or right-hand use. more

Featuring a programmable mute switch and high Radio Frequency Interference immunity, the GN ESP Series provides reliable support to the sound contracting market.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – April 16, 2007 – Providing new durable and reliable microphone options to installed sound contractors, AKG has announced the new GN ESP Series gooseneck microphones. The three-model GN ESP Series features a programmable mute switch to cover a wide range of applications including house of worship, conference, lectern and paging applications. All three versions can be programmed to on/off, push-to-talk or push-to-mute operation. more

After extensive market research, AKG has designed a high-performance vocal microphone to answer the specific vocal characteristics and frequency patterns of women‘s voices.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – April 16, 2007 – Custom-designed for female performers, AKG has announced the sleek new Elle C live performance vocal microphone optimized for the acoustic and ergonomic requirements of the female vocalist. The new Elle C condenser microphone is the result of AKG‘s 60-year history of manufacturing groundbreaking mic technology, combined with extensive market research conducted to address the exact vocal characteristics and aesthetic preferences of female performers. more

Crawford‘s Birmingham, Alabama operation chose AKG Perception 200 microphones for their outstanding price/performance ratio.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – April 16, 2007 – Underscoring the superior price/performance ratio of the entire AKG Perception Series, Crawford Broadcasting recently purchased 16 Perception 200 one-inch large-diaphragm condenser microphones for several of its Birmingham, Alabama cluster‘s studios. more

A reliable choice for a wide range of applications from live stage performance to houses of worship, AKG‘s new C5 and D5 vocal microphones deliver a unique combination of high performance and rugged durability.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – April 16, 2007 – Making its broadcast market debut, the new AKG C5 and D5 vocal microphones provide excellent sound and unmatched feedback resistance for live vocalists as well as presenters. Offering both a condenser and dynamic version, the C5/D5 Series features an attractive and robust industrial design with the highest quality and durability standards. more

Seattle, WA – April 16, 2007 – The EDGE Distributors Group — a rapidly-growing service-oriented group of 14 independently owned regional distributors catering primarily to dealers comprised of custom install and residential systems integrators — today announced a distribution agreement with VizionWare, a Texas-based audio and video digital interconnect manufacturer.

Effective immediately, VizionWare‘s complete line of Hi-Wirez™ HDMI interconnects will be available through The EDGE Group. According to Ben Jamison, vice president of sales and marketing for VizionWare, the brand‘s Hi-Wirez interconnects employ an “active” DSP technology that delivers an uncompromised video signal at any length, which is crucial for integrators running HDMI in lengths of 6 meters or greater. Hi-Wirez cables are currently available in lengths ranging from 1 to 30 meters, varying in MSRP from $160 to $1,000. more