Selena Gomez recently completed a successful U.S. tour of 25 cities that required a cost effective sound system with a small footprint that had to deliver uniform coverage and exceptional sound quality in a wide variety of venues.

As FOH Engineer Jason Moore explains when asked about the criteria for the PA, “We were looking for the best possible sound we could get in a small, powerful package that would allow us to find a happy medium between amphitheaters, theaters and arenas.�

Production Manager Javier Alcaraz says that, “Delicate Productions, one of the companies competing to provide audio for the tour, had asked me to listen to the Martin Audio MLA system. So I went to a demo in North Carolina where I listened to MLA and was floored. I called Jason and told him, ‘I think this is the rig for you, where we are, and more

Indianapolis, IN–-Middle Atlantic Products’ RSH Series Custom Rackmounts became the second product to be voted into the CEDIA Product Hall of Fame following the induction of the company’s groundbreaking AXS Equipment Access System in 2009.

Recognized at CEDIA Expo 2011 based on the impact they’ve exerted on the industry for over 28 years, Middle Atlantic RSH Series Custom Rackmounts allow virtually any AV component to be installed in a standard 19� enclosure without modifications.

Each RSH unit is quickly made to order and custom cut to provide a perfect opening for the face of the component being mounted, resulting in a neatly-trimmed installation that fits perfectly with no gaps.

There are accurate details for 10,000 components, including many introduced this year, in the measured unit database available on middleatlantic.com to make ordering fast and easy. The database has grown steadily over the years thanks to the many more

Fairfield, NJ –– Middle Atlantic Products announced the addition of a hardwired rackmount UPS to its family of UPS systems that provides a code-compliant, cost-effective solution for seamlessly distributing battery backup power both inside and outside the rack. The first of its kind to offer hardwired input and output connections, this new UPS minimizes the chance of inadvertent or malicious disconnection making it ideal for critical applications subject to high security, those utilizing point-of-service devices like cash registers, or any environment where uptime is critical.

The new hardwired UPS also provides a code compliant solution for extending UPS backed power outside the rack, and allows an installer to securely terminate remote hardwired branch circuits directly to the UPS without requiring a transition box, saving time and money on the purchase and installation of extra materials. This feature is ideal when maintaining power to remote projectors, protecting the device and more

Las Vegas, NV––North American Video (NAV) was recently tasked with the responsibility of replacing and expanding the existing surveillance system as part of the all-new Tropicana Las Vegas’ complete transformation.

According to Systems Specialist Daniel Jackson who oversaw the project for NAV, “The overall project was actually accomplished in three phases. First, we replaced an old Burle matrix (512×32) with a new preconfigured Honeywell Maxopronet (738×64) system that allowed for more camera inputs and functionality than the previous matrix. Additionally, the system went from coax to UTP which offered significantly enhanced capability.â€?

For the second phase of the project, Jackson and his team provided a high definition camera system using Honeywell’s latest IP camera technology. The system for Tropicana, which was installed by the resort’s in-house staff, was connected to an expanded and redesigned supported network provided by NAV. According to Jackson, “We replaced all the head end more

New York, NY––A fixture of New York nightlife, the Las Vegas-based Tao Group’s LAVO NY combines a popular full-service “nineteenth century Italian bistro� with a multi-layered ultra-lounge/nightclub downstairs.

Advanced Audio Technology of New York (aatny.com), a New York-based integrator run by Joseph Lodi, Angelo Poulos and Jason Ojeda that specializes in clubs, restaurants and lounges, was approached to provide audio, video, lighting and programming for the luxurious multi-level facility.

Asked about the club owners’ requirements, Lodi explains, “In terms of audio, the club wanted something powerful that had studio quality sound. Basically, the English sound of Martin Audio, which, to us, means overall warmth, presence at any type of volume level, and a lot of clarity as well.

“For the club and dance floor, we used 8 Martin Audio W8LMi line array speakers with four W8LMD downfill enclosures and four Martin Audio W8DVQs, all ceiling-mounted. That more

Middle Atlantic Products is now shipping its groundbreaking new BGR Series racks, featuring the highest level of space efficiency and strength available in a rack system. Originally unveiled at InfoComm, the BGR Series incorporates the most comprehensive feature set currently available for hassle-free, efficient system integration in commercial and residential applications alike.

Primary benefits of the BGR Series design include time and labor savings, installation and field flexibility, superior cable management and high flow/low energy DC cooling options. Core to the BGR Series rack’s enhanced functionality is the company’s new patent-pending LeverLock™ Interior Management System, which facilitates mounting of small devices along the rack interior sides, and advanced cabling management. Comprised of a series of unique, tool-free vertical and horizontal lacing bars and device mounting plates, the LeverLock system promotes fast, flexible installation and servicing and can save more than 4 rackspaces per enclosure in typical installations.

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Middle Atlantic Products is introducing a Millwork Kit option for its C5 Series Credenza Rack system. Ideal for entertainment centers, installers now have the option with the C5 to offer the reliability of a professional rack system combined with a furniture look custom to the client’s media room.

The Millwork Kit includes a complete hardware kit and USB flash drive with all drawings and instructions needed for the millworker to customize woodwork to be used with the C5 frame kit. This enables complete customization of the credenza while maintaining the support structure’s integrity, including built-in energy-saving thermal management.

Comprised of a steel rack core and outer wood panels, the C5 also now incorporates many other new features based on the requests and feedback of the company’s integration partners. One of the most requested options, monitor mounts, are now available for most 32� – 50� screens. Other more

Indianapolis, IN––ADAM Audio, one of the world’s leading designer and manufacturers of high end home loudspeakers and professional monitors, is now delivering the new GTC (Grand Theatre Component) system specifically aimed at high end custom-designed home theater installations.
Featuring the company’s exclusive X-ART tweeter technology and new midrange and bass reflex enclosure designs, the new GTC55, GTC77, GTC88 and GTC Sub offer transparent, natural audio performance and unique features such as an adjustable tweeter section for unparalleled mounting flexibility.
The GTC series consists of four components that can be individually combined. Each incorporates ADAM converter technology, the ART (Accelerating Ribbon Technology) and high-quality mid-woofers. The two larger speakers also have integrated segments on which the drivers are mounted. These segments can be twisted by 90 degrees so the speakers can function both in a horizontal and vertical setup. In addition this feature allows the easy and efficient adjustment of the more

Indianapolis, IN––The ARTist Series Multimedia loudspeakers combine compact dimensions and superior sound quality along with a number of connectivity options that expand their usefulness in desktop studio, home and computer applications.
In fact, the ARTist Series 3 and ARTist Series 5 speakers feature no less than four different input sockets: RCA for home audio components; and XLR connector for recording equipment, a 3.5 mm mini stereo jack for MP3 players and smart phones; and a USB port that allows users to send source material directly to the speakers, bypassing the computer A/D converters.
The ARTist Series 3, 5 and 6 (Tower), Center and Sub offer the clear, transparent musical reproduction ADAM Audio monitors have become known for in leading studios and production facilities around the world.
Featuring the same X-ART tweeter in its professional models, ARTist Series speakers are also equipped with a sophisticated woofer, electronic crossover and built-in more

Solon, Ohio––CAD Audio/Astatic Commercial has appointed Native Media LLC as sales representative for Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas.
Agency principal Michael Austin, who has over 26 years of sales experience in the territory, formed Native Media in June 2011. Since its inception, the company has experienced phenomenal growth with a complement of lines that now includes Attero Tech, BitWise Controls, Fulcrum Acoustic, Innovox Audio, Optocore, Primacoustic and Symetrix, in addition to CAD Audio/Astatic Commercial.
Asked about the appointment, Austin stated, “We’re extremely pleased to have CAD Audio/Astatic Commercial on board because they partner well with our other lines. It’s one of the older, more established brands in the industry with cutting-edge technology like the Remote Variable Pattern Control microphones. We’re looking forward to a successful collaboration in the coming years.�
For more information about CAD Audio/Astatic Commercial, please call 800.762.9266 or visit www.cadaudio.com