Company Overview

ITC (Instant Tool-less Connector) was introduced by AudioQuest in 2004 as a unique engineering solution for high-quality audio and video connections in custom installations. Today, ITC is its own brand, built upon a rich heritage in the audio/video cable industry that spans nearly three decades. ITC specializes in the unique requirements of today’s custom design and installation professionals. The patented ITC System is the cornerstone of the company’s offering. As a reliable, time-saving alternative to crimping and compression, the system enables fast and secure cable termination within a tool-free and reusable design that dramatically reduces costly return visits to repair failed connections. More information about ITC is available at www.itcplug.com. more

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL—When AR Studios was looking to upgrade Studio A, their search ended with a 48-channel, Solid State Logic Duality console – the first in South America.
Studio owner Andre Rafael, a respected singer/songwriter and long-time SSL user, enthuses about his new purchase, “You can always trust SSL’s products; the sound is wonderful. We have been booked solid since the room opened and I haven’t even had the chance to use it for my own projects yet!� more

BUENA PARK, Calif.–Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, Inc. cordially invites you to listen to and critique the new NEXO GEO S 1210/1230 Series compact loudspeaker array.

Company staff will be in Detroit, Michigan May 21 and May 22 to showcase this new high-performance SR speaker system fronted by new models of Yamaha Commercial Audio electronics driving the system. NEXO loudspeaker specialists Joe Rimstidt and Peter Robinson will join Yamaha district manager Martin Dombey in presenting the Physical (rigging), Technical (GeoSoft 2), and Performance (throw and coverage) aspects of this new series as applied to sound reinforcement for installations and professional tour sound. more

Reinforcing JBL Professional’s leadership position in the development of portable loudspeaker technology, the JBL VRX932LAP powered portable line array loudspeaker earned a MIPA Award in the Portable Sound category at Pro Light & Sound 2008. This is the fourth consecutive year that JBL has won the MIPA Award in this category. more

San Diego, CA – May 7, 2008 — The Henry W. Phillips Co., or HWPco, recently became a member of HME’s growing family of pro audio representatives. HWPco will represent HME in Southeastern Region including North and South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

HWPco is a great addition to the HME team,� said John Kowalski, Sales Director of HME Pro Audio. “They have a fantastic staff, with offices located throughout the territory, to support dealers, consultants and end users in this area of the United States.� more

Bob Gordon, CEO and president of A.C.T Lighting, Inc., a leading importer and distributor of lighting products in North America, has announced a companywide reorganization designed to facilitate more effective management. The reorganization comes on the heels of a period of substantial growth for the company, which added an East Coast office in Hackensack, New Jersey last year.

“Now that we’re operating multiple locations with a much larger staff, we have decided to reorganize our company hierarchy to provide us with an active management layer,� explains Gordon. “This move is expected to improve communications within the company as well as allow us to expedite important decisions and work more effectively.� more

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PETALUMA, Calif. — May 06, 2008 — Panamax, a world-leading provider of AC power management solutions, today announced the appointment of Jimmy Paschke to the position of eastern regional sales manager. In his new role, Paschke will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic sales plans for Panamax’s power management solutions in the consumer electronics industry, while directing channel development activity and coordinating sales distribution of territories, quotas, and goals. His territory encompasses the eastern seaboard, from Maine to Florida, including the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, and New York Metro markets, in addition to Ohio, West Virginia, Western Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Kentucky. more

Employee communications network efficiently reaches staff…

TACOMA, Wash. – May 6, 2008 – The Port of Tacoma has introduced the Port News Network, an employee communications digital signage installation that relies on technology from StrandVision LLC of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. more

Hong Kong, 6 May 2008 – Hong Kong-based LED artist Teddy Lo has a reputation for his groundbreaking pieces of visual art. Committed to demonstrating both the illuminative and environmental benefits of LED lighting, he has used the latest Lighthouse LED technology for the maiden display of his newest – and biggest – creation, Phaeodaria. more

Kansas City, MO – May 2008 … Avlex Corporation, the name audio professionals turn to for the finest wireless technology, microphones, and portable PA systems, is pleased to introduce the new Superlux D108A Dynamic Vocal Microphone. Ideally suited for performing musicians and vocalists, the new D108A delivers superior performance characteristics combined with world-class build quality. The result is a vocal microphone performers can count on for outstanding sound characteristics that can also withstand the rigors of the road. more