Bellingham, WA.RSS -M-400 Version 2.0 – Roland Systems Group (RSG) has announced details about their upcoming release of Version 2.0 software for the RSS M-400 V-Mixer Digital Console – the key component of the popular V-Mixing System.

The software update contains a combination of brand-new features as well as direct responses to feedback from an ever-growing customer base. more

Cabazon, CA – February 2009… One of the largest tribal gaming facilities in the nation, the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa grew from a modest bingo hall that was first started in 1983. From this building evolved one of the oldest and most successful Indian gaming facilities in California—generating more than $2.8 billion into the regional economy by 2008. Managing an operation of this magnitude is no small task, and to make that process easier, the Morongo Band of Mission Indians recently completed construction of their new Morongo Administrative Complex. The new Tribal Council Chamber (where the Tribal council and Tribal members meet to conduct business) is a state-of-the-art meeting facility, and contributing to the pristine audio quality in this room is none other than a pair of digital audio processors by Lectrosonics. more

STEVENSVILLE, Md., Nev., Feb. 5 2009 — Video Mount Products (videomount.com), a leading provider of mounting solutions for the security, commercial, CI, residential, and pro audio/video markets, is proud to announce it will feature its new DVR-LB1 DVR Lockbox at the 2009 ISC West, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from April 1-3 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, booth 14136. The DVR-LB1 is now shipping. more

Crestron TPS-6X Wins Most InAVative Control Product Award at ISE 2009

ROCKLEIGH, NJ, February 5, 2009 — The winners of the EMEA InAVation Awards were announced last night at the annual Integrated Systems Europe (ISE 2009) banquet held at the Hotel Okura, Amsterdam. Among the winners, the Crestron TPS-6X Isys® Wireless Touchpanel was recognized by the industry as the “Most InAVative Control Product for Residential Use.� The TPS-6X is a slim, lightweight touchpanel designed for speed and versatility. While docked, TPS-6X is a wired Cresnet or Ethernet panel that displays full-motion video; off the dock, it is a wireless 2-way 2.4 GHz RF with backlit button engraving that makes them easy to read in variable lighting conditions. more

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, February 4, 2009 — Barix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, announces that New Level Radio has standardized on Barix Exstreamer IP audio decoders to deliver custom, branded “retail radio� stations to retailers, restaurants and other consumer-oriented businesses across Hawaii and Colorado. The complete solution provides a point-to-multipoint radio broadcast service over reliable IP connections, minimizing implementation costs and system complexity for both New Level Radio and its clients. more

New Mics Provide More Options For Recording Applications

NILES, IL, January 15, 2009 – Shure SM microphones have proven their worth through decades of rigorous use and abuse on stage and in the studio. Now Shure is expanding the line to give performers and engineers more tools to choose from with the introduction of the SM27 and SM137.

The SM27 is a rugged and versatile large-diaphragm, side-address cardioid condenser microphone designed more

February 4, 2009 – Boonton, NJ

The PM0.4W Powered Studio Monitor is Fostex’s latest offering in the speaker arena. They have new ‘high-gloss’ white front baffles for a striking look. Capitalizing on Fostex’s supreme knowledge of acoustics and speaker engineering, and now offering a brighter, tighter sound, these studio monitors are designed inside out to provide the best monitoring experience, with minimal resonance, sparkling highs and rich, deep lows. more

January 23, 2009 – Boonton, NJ

Another first from FOSTEX! The LR16, a full-blown live mixer with integrated 16-track multi-track HD recorder, is ready for shipment in February of 2009.

“and many other environments we may not even be aware of yet�, notes Ed Alstrom, National Sales Manager.

The LR16 has two components: the 16-channel digital mixer, with analog-style operation and recorder transport controls; and the connector box, which includes the recorder and I/O panel. They are connected by only an off-the-shelf CAT5 cable, and can be separated up to 164 feet, allowing for enormous flexibility in a variety of environments. more

New Crestron TPS-17G-QM Expands Powerful Line of HD Touchpanels

ROCKLEIGH, NJ, February 3, 2009 — Crestron announces the release of its new 17â€? Isys® TPS-17G-QM, expanding its line of powerful HD touchpanels. Crestron Isys G-Series touchpanels deliver a higher level of performance with dual-window video, RGB, and HDTV displays that meet the demands of today’s sophisticated control applications. Joining the TPS-12G and TPS-15G, the Isys TPS-17G-QM features a spectacular 17″ WXGA widescreen display offering an extra wide viewing angle with exceptional brightness and contrast for stunning control graphics, high-resolution images, and full-motion HD video. more

Extron Electronics is pleased to announce the MGP 464 HD-SDI. As the newest model within Extron’s popular family of Four Window Multi-Graphics processors, the MGP 464 HD-SDI offers two HD-SDI inputs and two DVI inputs, along with analog RGBHV input capability. The availability of HD-SDI inputs allows for easy integration of professional video equipment, visualization processors, and medical imaging devices equipped with HD-SDI high definition digital video outputs. The MGP 464 is ideal for use in command and control, network operations centers, videoconferencing, medical facilities, courtrooms, boardrooms, and other sophisticated A/V environments where critical, high quality multi-window displays are required. more