OLD LYME, Conn. – July 13, 2010 – This year marks the fiftieth anniversary of the introduction of the classic Sennheiser MD 421-U large diaphragm, cardioid, dynamic microphone. The venerable MD 421, which is still in production as the MD 421 II, has been one of Sennheiser’s best-selling dynamic microphones for decades thanks to its durability, versatility, and ability to handle high sound pressure levels. Offering exemplary performance on voices, but equally effective on a wide range of acoustic and amplified instruments, the MD 421 continues to be an essential component of any microphone collection in the studio or on the road. more

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Miami, FL – July 2010… D.A.S. Audio, a leading manufacturer of loudspeaker systems, power amplification, signal processing, and related components is pleased to announce that its U.S. subsidiary, D.A.S. Audio USA, has hired Steve Trimble for the newly created position of Southeast Regional Sales Manager. In his new role with the company, he will oversee both sales and technical support for the Southeast United States. Well versed with all aspects of the professional audio business, Trimble’s background encompasses retail sales, system design, pro touring, and sales management—making him uniquely qualified to assume his new responsibilities with the company. He will be stationed in Nashville, TN. more

Brookline Access Television executive director Peter Zawadzki shows off one of the organization’s two new Broadcast Pix Slate 5000 live production systems, which are installed in identical HD control rooms.

Billerica, Massachusetts – Broadcast Pix™ today announced that Brookline Access Television (BATV), a nonprofit organization that operates two public access channels in Brookline, Mass., has installed two Slate™ 5000 live production systems in its new 10,000-square-foot production facility. BATV celebrated the grand opening of its new home in late March, though it has been using the new Slate 5000s since its soft launch in January. more

Brea, CA – July 2010… Altinex, recognized globally as the leading manufacturer of Modular AV Solutions™, is pleased to announce the new SP300-100 A/V Connectivity Package. Comprised of an Altinex TNP128 Tilt ‘N Plug Jr. interconnect box, a VP500-100 HDMI to VGA converter, and an MX2106AV 2 x 1 auto-switcher as the three principal system components, the SP300-100 provides a single audio-visual, data, and power access point with the additional capability to seamlessly support VGA and HDMI computer sources and output them to the display device as a VGA image with audio follow. These capabilities make the SP300-100 ideal for integrating a combination of analog and digital equipment into an easy-to-use, versatile A/V system for use in one’s presentation facility when the computer’s output type is unknown or varies. more

Center is Home to Poland’s “Mazowsze� Folk Song & Dance Ensemble

KAROLIN, POLAND, JULY 13, 2010 — Mazowsze, Poland’s national folk song and dance ensemble, has installed an Aviom Pro16® personal mixing system, an important element of the audio setup in its newly constructed theater located at the European Regional and National Culture Promotion Center in Karolin, Poland. Designed by Konsbud-Audio in Warsaw for the most demanding concerts and musical events, the state-of-the-art Spectacle-Education Hall houses the Aviom Pro16 system, which has made difficult sound checks a thing of the past for engineers and Mazowsze musicians. more

With an impressive portfolio of consumer electronics companies, Progressive will bring personal distribution philosophy to Kordz business.

Sunnyvale, CA – July 13, 2010 – Kordz, a leading manufacturer of high purity HDMI cables, announces is newest distributor, Progressive Sales Canada Electronics Inc. in its continuing effort to grow and increase sales. Progressive will cover the Canadian market for distribution of Kordz HDMI products. more

Reliable Operation and Aural Quality Drive Sound for Celebrity Event

CHICAGO, IL, July 13th, 2010 – The premiere sound company Sound of Authority once again relied on Powersoft K6 and Q4004 amplifiers to drive the Main and Jazz sound stages for the Tom Joyner Foundation’s Fantastic Voyage 2010 benefit cruise. Held annually to raise money to help keep African American students in college, headliners from all walks of the music industry gathered on Royal Caribbean’s Liberty of the Seas to support the week-long fundraising effort. As the electrical systems on board a ship can be challenging, Powersoft’s capability to deliver full power and frequency response in a wide range of voltage conditions makes the amplifiers the perfect choice for this application. more

Northwestern

Northwestern College in St. Paul, Minnesota has selected Christie LW400 and LX400 LCD projectors to upgrade its campus AV technology. Recognizing the need for high resolution visuals to enrich student education, Northwestern College installed twelve Christie projectors in classrooms and meeting rooms, with two more projectors rotating among event spaces. The faith-based school purchased the projectors from Christie integrator Alpha Video in nearby Edina and plans to eventually upgrade all classrooms and campus facilities with Christie. more