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PRODUCTS

Meyer Sound Leopard-M80 Line Array
Meyer Sound has released the Leopard-M80 narrow-coverage linear line array , which
is a new variant of the Leopard loudspeaker designed for focused coverage and long-throw applications . The Leopard-M80 is identical to the existing Leopard design except that it
provides a precisely-controlled 80-degree horizontal pattern instead of the 110-degree coverage of the original model
.
Because the vertical coverage and rigging hardware are identical to the original Leopard , the Leopard-M80 may be configured in mixed arrays of both loudspeaker variants . The Leopard-M80 loudspeakers in the upper array section provide focused long-throw coverage while Leopard loudspeakers below spread horizontal coverage for closer seating sections . Arrays configured with only Leopard-M80 loudspeakers can offer a long throw with reduced spill to the sides of the array . This can be advantageous in narrow venues with reflective side walls , as well as in outdoor applications where side spill into adjacent areas must be minimized to conform to noise regulations .
For more information , contact GerrAudio Distribution : 613-342-6999 , sales @ gerr . com , www . gerr . com .
Sennheiser MD 435 Vocal Microphone
Sennheiser has released the MD 435 large-diaphragm microphone , which brings the sound of its MD 9235 capsule to a wired vocal microphone .
The MD 435 ’ s lightweight aluminium-copper voice coil ensures fast transient response , resulting in a more detailed , nuanced , and transparent sound , especially in the treble , according to the company .
The large-diaphragm microphone features wide dynamics of 146 dB ( A ) and can handle sound pressure levels of up to 163 dB / 1 kHz . The microphone ’ s mechanical design was created to withstand the rigors of touring , with a metal casing and a shock-mounted capsule to protect it from structure-borne noise . A hum-compensating coil protects the microphone against electromagnetic interference .
The company says the cardioid MD 435 features a pleasant proximity effect and the microphone is very tolerant of sound hitting the capsule at different angles .
For more information , contact
Sennheiser Canada : 514-426-3013 , info @ sennheiser . ca , www . sennheiser . ca .
Focusrite Red 8Line Thunderbolt 3 Interface
Focusrite is now shipping the Red 8Line – a 58-input , 64-output , Thunderbolt 3 audio interface .
The Red 8Line features two Red Evolution mic pres ; independent L / R monitor outs ; eight balanced line analog inputs and outputs ; up to 58-in , 64-out DigiLink I / O ; 32 channels of Dante I / O ; 16-channel ADAT input and output ( at 48kHz ); and stereo S / PDIF input and output . As with other Red interfaces , Red 8Line features professional-grade 24-bit / 192kHz A / D and D / A conversion for no-compromise recording and audio playback .
Along with its eight line inputs and outputs on DB25 , Red 8Line ’ s extensive analog I / O features two high-fidelity stereo headphone outputs powerful enough to drive high-impedance headphones . The Red 8Line has built-in monitor control for mono , stereo , and multi-channel monitoring environments up to 10 channels , including 7.1.2 .
For more information , contact Erikson Audio : 514-457-2555 , info @ eriksonaudio . com , www . eriksonaudio . com .
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