Tokyo, Japan – Roland Systems Group, developers of the REAC (Roland Ethernet Audio Communication) protocol – a transport technology for low latency, high quality digital audio via Cat5e – today announced the new RSS S-4000M REAC Merge Unit at the International Broadcast Equipment Exhibition (Inter BEE). more

RSS by Roland S-0808 Digital Snake shown with optional battery pack.

Tokyo, Japan – Roland Systems Group, leaders in digital audio transfer and mixing technology today announced their new RSS S-0808 Digital Snake at the International Broadcast Equipment Exhibition (Inter BEE).

The S-0808 Digital Snake is an 8in/8out compact, lightweight digital snake that supports multiple power options including battery-power, embedded-powered over REAC and power over Ethernet (PoE). The inputs offer remote controllable preamps, phantom-power, 24-bit 96kHz A/D conversion as well as choices of XLR, TRS line and even Hi-Z capability to reduce the need for direct boxes. more

Hamilton, Ontario––The new world-class David Braley Cardio Vascular Research Institute at Hamilton Health Sciences is equipped with state-of-the-art technology provided by the leading Canadian integrator, Duocom.

Hamilton Health Sciences (HHSC) is a network of hospitals that service Hamilton and surrounding communities. The David Braley Cardio Vascular & Stroke research institute is a dedicated 165,000 square foot research facility that HHSC built primarily to house two of its world-renowned research teams. more

Creative Communication Group selects EAW® KF760 and KF730 modules for film screenings

Whitinsville, MA, USA, November 18, 2009 – Doha, Qatar-based Creative Communication Group (often known as “CCG�) is a thriving full-service event management/Production Company and a major player in Qatar and the Middle East for live pro light and sound rental requirements. CCG recently supplied the Doha Tribeca Film Festival with light and sound equipment, including KF760 Long-Throw Line Array Modules from EAW®, a world leader in audio system technology. more

— FOH Engineer Russell Fischer and Monitor Engineer Andrea “Vito� Carena applaud Audio-Technica’s Artist Elite® 5000 Series UHF Wireless System for frontline vocals —

STOW, OH, November 18, 2009 — Audio-Technica, a leading innovator in transducer technology for over 45 years, is proud to have been selected as the microphone manufacturer of choice for frontline and backing vocals on multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter Taylor Swift’s Fearless tour. more

MONTREAL — Nov. 19, 2009 — How do hotels and conference facilities stay relevant and hip, embrace the latest technologies to attract new clients, and do it all without breaking the bank? For the Hilton Montreal Bonaventure, the answer is dynamic electronic displays featuring the latest digital signage technologies. Based on the award-winning Xpresenterâ„¢ digital signage platform and creative services from X2O Media, with installation and on-site management by PSAV Presentation Services, the Hilton’s new bilingual system sports many cutting-edge features, such as advanced touch screen technology, live video feeds from outside media, and HD-quality video and graphics. more

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Lexicon®, a Harman International Company (NYSE-HAR), today has launched the Omega® Studio Desktop Recording Bundle. The Omega Studio Bundle is a completely integrated computer recording package that combines Lexicon’s Omega Studio USB recording interface with Steinberg® Cubase® LE 4 multi-track audio and MIDI recording software, the Lexicon Pantheon™ VST reverb plug-in, and an AKG® D 88 S® lead vocal microphone and mic cable. It contains all the necessary hardware and software components to transform a PC or Mac® into a professional 24-bit recording studio and allows the user to start recording immediately. more

Whitinsville, MA, USA, November 17, 2009 – Lincoln Financial Field, home of the Philadelphia Eagles, recently enhanced its sound system with custom loudspeakers from EAW, a world leader in audio system solutions. The stadium opened its doors in 2003 and has since hosted a number of notable sporting events. Eagles fans are notoriously passionate, and an upgrade to its P.A. system was needed to effectively match and cut through their volume. A/V consulting firm Coffeen Fricke and Associates, Inc. developed a complex specification for the stadium’s system, and after considering several manufacturers, EAW was chosen, as they could provide that solution and manufacture the product to exacting specifications to meet the installation deadline. The sale was made by Columbia, Maryland-based Audio Associates, and the installation was handled by the Columbia-based Large Projects Group of the A/V integration company AVI-SPL (headquartered in Tampa, Florida). more

BUENA PARK, Calif.⎯The internationally-acclaimed, Tony® Award-winning Old Globe in San Diego, California is one of the most renowned regional theatres in the country and has stood as San Diego’s flagship arts institution for over 70 years. The Old Globe produces a year-round season of 15 plays and musicals on its three stages, and has become a gathering place for leading theatre artists from around the world. Currently hosting the hit play SAMMY based upon the life of legendary crooner, Sammy Davis, Jr., the production’s sound was designed by John Shivers and David Patridge. more

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (November 19, 2009) It’s the world’s most important rock destination. The multipurpose Foster Theater at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum hosts everything from live performances by rock royalty to intimate interviews. And when the whole world is watching, there are no do-overs. That’s why they chose Vaddio to capture every history-making moment. more