Yorkville Releases the E1152 - Speaker - 1200w 15 inch 2 inch two way

The newest cabinet in the élite line, the E1152 delivers a full 1200 watts into the high quality 15-inch neodymium woofer and titanium driver housed in the solid 5/8-inch birch plywood trapezoid cabinet. Ideal for demanding touring and rental applications, the E1152 uses Yorkville's proven CTL™ high frequency driver protection ensures maximum reliability even in the most demanding club or concert hall.

Features

• 1200 Watt Full Range Loudspeaker
• 15-inch Neodymium Woofer
• 3-inch Titanium HF Driver (1.4-inch Throat)
• 60º x 50º ABS Waveguide Horn
• Innovative CTL™ High Frequency Driver Protection
• 2 x Speakon™ and 1 x 1/4-inch Parallel Inputs
• Integrated All Metal Speaker Pole Adaptor
• Solid 5/8-inch (15mm) Birch Plywood Construction
• All-Metal Grille & Integrated Bar Handles

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Shure Mics Hit the Stage in London's “Rat Pack” Show

NILES, IL, November 17, 2009 — Mention The Rat Pack to anyone with a love of great music from the 50s and 60s and classics like “Volare,” “Fly Me To The Moon,” and “New York, New York” instantly spring to mind. Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin epitomized the cool and glamour of the era with unparalleled lifestyles that captivated a global audience. They were film stars, showmen, comedians, and playboys, but most of all…it was about their music.

Chris Whybrow, the live sound engineer responsible for the West End show “Frank, Sammy & Dean – The Rat Pack Live from Las Vegas” has spent his career working on a string of award-winning theater productions and on tour with artists and bands like Kaiser Chiefs, Coldplay, and Dizzie Rascal. But with “The Rat Pack,” it’s all about combining great sound with authentic style.

“When you’re recreating some of the biggest classics ever to be recorded,” said Whybrow, “you need to be certain the gear you’re using is up to the job.”

When London’s West End celebrates these performers, it also celebrates some of the finest music ever recorded. So, it stands to reason that “The Rat Pack” show had to set the bar higher for sound quality than any other, which is why several Shure microphones, including the KSM9, KSM137, Beta 87, Beta 98, Beta 91, SM58®, and 55SH are used for vocals and the backline during the performances.

“We’re using a lot of Shure microphones on this show,” said Whybrow, “but the star is undoubtedly the KSM9 handheld condenser. We have two in black, but the six main ones we use are in champagne. They sound fantastic. With the KSM9s, I don’t need to treat the sound of their voices…it’s pretty much just flat, natural sound. You don’t really have to put any EQ on, as they’re a very natural sounding microphone.”

Chris has used KSM9s in some of his previous theater designs – including “Thriller Live,” the show that celebrates the career of Michael Jackson – so he was already familiar with what they were capable of, but he isn’t alone. The performers have been impressed with them, too.

“The performers love them, actually,” said Whybrow. “The performer playing Dean Martin especially loves them! During the show the mics come in for a bit of abuse, so it’s good that the housing on them is really strong. The capsule is also shock-mounted, making it ideal for hand-held performance, especially seeing as they get thrown off stage every performance – after ’Sammy Davis Jr.‘does ’That Old Black Magic.’ At the end of the song, he swings the mic around and lobs it off the stage and someone catches it. Well, that’s the plan – it’s been dropped a few times now, but it still works!”

So after designing the sound for “The Rat Pack,” does Chris ever have enough of hearing these tracks?

“I love all that old music – even after hearing it a lot,” he said. “These tunes…they’re classics

Construction Continues Around DPA

Sewer work continues around Direct Pro Audio's store and shop on south 11th Street in Council Bluffs. Expect to be dealing with traffic disruptions through the rest of the year.

South 11th Street is OPEN in front of Direct Pro Audio. Access is available south from Veterans Memorial Highway, but CLOSED from 34th Ave./Lew Ross Road.

If access to Direct Pro Audio is blocked by construction, you may enter through the Superior Auto World's lot.

Direct Pro Audio Plans Renkus-Heinz IC Live Demo

Direct Pro Audio and AVA Associates plan a demonstration of the Renkus-Heinz IC Live sound system.

The demonstration is the morning of Thursday November 12th, 2009 in downtown Omaha, Nebraska. The demo is by invitation only. If you are interested in attending, please contact the following:

• Rob Wagner - robwagner@directproaudio.com - 712-326-5491

Adaptable, Articulate, Invisible Digital beam steering puts IC Live output where it belongs: on the audience, not walls or ceilings. Computer software lets you define the opening angles for as many as four sonic beams from each IC Live array module (up to 8 beams when stacked) and aim them up or down. Meanwhile, the slim enclosure stays vertical and inconspicuous. Two ICL-R modules can be stacked for even tighter control and higher output. Powerful, Accurate, Musical Iconyx transparent technology controls sound with DSP intelligence, not cumbersome brute-force techniques. Multi-channel class D digital amplifiers with Integral DSP engines control every single array element with programmable precision. High-current audiophile output stages power each light, efficient transducer in the Iconyx array individually. Even at 100 feet, SPL is an impressive105 dB (108 dB when stacked). Output is flat from 80 Hz to 20 kHz. Low frequency energy can be extended to 40 Hz or below with matching subwoofers.

ICL-R Array shown with companion IC215S-R Subwoofer

Portable, Scalable, Versatile Iconyx IC Live arrays are engineered for portable applications, with a comprehensive hardware system that makes setup simple. Two IC Live arrays can be combined for added output and control. When full range musical output is important to the program, one or two IC215-S dual 15-inch subwoofers can be added to either array. The subwoofers can act as tall or wide bases for IC Live arrays using the interlocking hardware system. One-Touch Presets, Intuitive Software RHAON empowered IC Live arrays provide a full set of remote control and supervision functions, along< with the ability to store up to ten preset configurations in memory. The presets adapt the arrays 150° wide horizontal coverage for typical applications such as hotel meeting rooms or auditoriums. For more complex situations, Iconyx BeamWare software makes it easy to shape the array’s coverage to the audience area.

Applications • Corporate Events • Live Concerts • Political Rallies • Theatrical Productions. • Museums: lobbies, galleries, etc. • Resorts, Theme Parks • Any environment where enjoyable music and/or intelligible speech are critical

JBL Professional Launches Nine New AE Series 2-way Full-range Permanent Installation Loudspeaker Models

Two new horn designs, 60° x 60° and 120° x 60°, raise the total count of models in the AE Series to 50. LONDON, England – Providing unprecedented versatility for sound integrators, JBL Professional is adding nine 2-way full-range loudspeaker models to its revolutionary AE (Application Engineered) Series: the AM5212/64, AM5212/66, AM5212/95, AN5212/00, AM5212/26, AM5215/64, AM5215/66, AM5215/95 and AM5215/26. The nine new models, including two new horn coverage patterns, bring the total model count in the AE Series to 50. All AE Series loudspeakers are designed specifically for fixed installation sound reinforcement applications. These nine new medium-power, lightweight models include five 12-inch, 2-way full-range systems and four 15- inch, 2-way full-range systems. All nine models utilize JBL’s patented Differential Drive® dual voice coil and dual gap, neodymium magnet, low-frequency drivers and the 2408H-1 high-frequency 38mm (1.5 in) exit, 38mm (1.5 in) voice-coil compression driver. The large-format Progressive Transition@trade; waveguides provide excellent coverage control and are rotatable, so the loudspeaker system can be used in either a vertical or horizontal orientation. All nine models utilize a sophisticated high-slope passive crossover network designed to provide seamless transitions from low to high frequency and minimize band overlap. Well-controlled off-axis response enhances arrayability. Each model is shipped in its passive configuration and is user-configurable for bi-amplification. The enclosures are constructed of multiply birch and are finished in JBL’s rugged DuraFlex@trade; coating. Each trapezoid enclosure is heavily braced to maximize low-frequency performance, is fitted with 15 M10 threaded attachment points, and utilizes a 14-gauge steel grille internally lined with acoustically transparent foam to provide additional driver protection and give a very professional appearance. Input cups are fitted with screw terminals and a Neutrik® NL4 connector. As with previous AE Series models, the nine new models are ideal for applications including theatrical sound design, auditoriums, worship facilities, live clubs, dance clubs, sports facilities, and themed entertainment venues. “Throughout JBL’s history, our success has hinged on the ability to provide the most diverse loudspeaker range in the industry,” said Jon Sager, Director of Market Development, Installed Sound, JBL Professional. “These nine new additions to the AE Series further support JBL’s commitment to sound system designers worldwide.”

JBL is a unit of Harman International Industries, Incorporated (www.harman.com). Harman International Industries, Incorporated designs, manufactures and markets a wide range of audio and infotainment products for the automotive, consumer and professional markets. Harman International maintains a strong presence in the Americas, Europe and Asia, and employs more than 11,000 people worldwide. The Harman International family of brands includes AKG®, Audioaccess®, Becker®, BSS®, Crown®, dbx®, DigiTech®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson®, Revel®, QNX®, Soundcraft® and Studer®. Harman International’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “NYSE: HAR.”

Sound Pressure Levels - How much is too much?

Experts agree that continued exposure to sounds pressure levels (SPL) above 85 dBA over time, will cause hearing loss. To know if a sound is loud enough to damage your hearing, it is important to know both the SPL (measured in decibels, dBA) and the length of exposure to the sound. In general, the louder the noise, the less time required before hearing loss will occur.

According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (1998), the maximum exposure time before hearing damage at 85 dBA is 8 hours. At 110 dBA, the maximum exposure time is one minute and 29 seconds. If you must be exposed to noise, it is recommended that you limit the exposure time and/or wear hearing protection.

The following are decibel levels of common noise sources around us. These are typical levels, however, actual noise levels may vary depending on the particular item. Remember noise levels above 85 dBA will harm hearing over time. Noise levels above 140dBA can cause damage to hearing after just one exposure.

Points of Reference measured in dBA or decibels:

• 0 - The softest sound a person can hear with normal hearing
• 10 - normal breathing
• 20 - whispering at 5 feet
• 30 - soft whisper
• 50 - rainfall
• 60 - normal conversation
• 110 - shouting in ear
• 120 - thunder

Home 50 - refrigerator 50 to 60 - electric toothbrush 50 to 75 - washing machine 50 to 75 - air conditioner 50 to 80 - electric shaver 55 - coffeemaker 55 to 70 - dishwasher 60 - sewing machine 60 to 85 - vacuum cleaner 60 to 95 - hair dryer 65 to 80 - alarm clock 70 - TV audio 70 to 80 - coffee grinder 70 to 95 - garbage disposal 75 to 85 - toilet flush 80 - toaster 80 - doorbell 80 - ringing telephone 80 - whistling kettle 80 to 90 - food processor 80 to 90 - blender 80 to 95 - garbage disposal 110 - baby crying

Work 40 - quiet office or library 50 - large office 65 to 95 - power lawn mower 80 - manual machine, tools 85 - handsaw 90 - tractor 90 to 115 - subway 95 - electric drill 100 - factory machinery 100 - woodworking class 105 - snow blower 110 - power saw 110 - leafblower 120 - chain saw, hammer on nail 120 - pneumatic drills, heavy machine 120 - jet plane (at gate) 120 - ambulance siren 125 - chain saw 130 - jackhammer, power drill 130 - civil defense siren 130 - percussion section at symphony 140 to 150 - airplane taking off 150 - artillery fire at 500 feet 180 - rocket launching from pad

Recreation 40 - quiet residential area 70 - freeway traffic 85 - heavy traffic, noisy restaurant 90 - truck, shouted conversation 95 to 110 - motorcycle 100 - snowmobile 100 - school dance 110 - bar or club music 110 - busy video arcade 110 - symphony concert 110 - car horn 110 to 130 - rock concert 112 - personal audio player, with headphones, on high 117 - football game 120 - band concert 125 - auto stereo (factory installed) 130 - stock car races 150 - firecracker 156 - capgun 157 - balloon pop 162 - fireworks (at 3 feet) 163 - rifle 166 - handgun 170 - shotgun

Remember that the decibel (dB) is a logarithmic unit, meaning that you cannot add and subtract dB like ordinary numbers. For example, an increase of 3 dB is a doubling of the "strength" of the sound, and an increase of 10 dB means that the sound is 10 times as loud; i.e., 70 dB is 10 times as loud as 60 dB.

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American DJ Fusion Series

The American DJ Fusion series are three unique and compact lighting fixtures. They include three effects in one light.

• Includes 3 FX in one light: Red, Green & Blue LED Wash + 1x Colored LED Moonflower & 1x White LED Moonflower

• Includes 3 FX in one light: bright white LED Wash/Strobe effect + 4x hard beam white Pinspots

• Includes 3 FX in one light: bright white LED Wash/Strobe effect + TRI Color LED Moonflower + green laser effect