New JBL CWT128 offers full 160° coverage

JBL Professional is ship-ping its CWT Crossfired Waveguide Technology loudspeaker, an all-new

design that delivers a full 160 degree wide-angle coverage pattern.

A typical challenge of many sound re-inforcement applications is to provide high quality, full bandwidth sound evenly dispersed across a coverage area greater than 100 degrees. This is often addressed by mounting two speaker systems splayed to achieve wider horizontal coverage.

This approach produces interference where the coverage patterns overlap (see box), resulting in uneven sound fields and compromised intelligibility. JBL engineers created an innovative solution to this problem: the CWT128 Dual 8” 2-Way Loudspeaker System featuring CWT Crossfired Waveguide Technology.

The CWT’s compact size and footprint takes up about a third of the footprint of two speakers arranged side by side. Because one speaker can be used in-

stead of two, installation costs can be lowered by reducing the number of cabinets, cabling, man hours and other costs.

The CWT128 is specifically designed to work in a variety of performance spaces including performing arts fa-

cilities, houses of worship, auditoriums, lecture halls, and conference facilities. For larger, public spaces, applications include transportation facilities, theme parks and sports facilities.

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The measured response of the CWT128 is even throughout the frequency spectrum.

Two speakers splayed for wide-angle coverage. Note the severe lobing and interference.

Interference

2 kHz

8 kHz

16 kHz

Typical System vs.

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HiQNet Audio Architect receives strong reception from integration leaders

HARMAN Professional has revealed that downloads

of the newly-launched HiQnet Audio Architect version 1.0 has generated an unprecedented rate of downloads from registered audio professionals.

Audio Architect forms the third pillar of the new Architectural Media

Systems installed sound solution, linking and combining processing and amplification from BSS Audio and Crown and merges System Architect and BSS London Architect into a single application.

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JBL AWC Series debuts at Preston’s Deepdale Stadium

The first deployment of JBL’s new all-weather AWC stadium speakers has taken place at one of the oldest professional football clubs in the UK. TG Baker installed the loudspeakers as part of an upgrade of the 8,100-capacity Sir Tom Finney stand at Preston North End’s ground.

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BSS BLU-Link card for Si platform

The range of option cards for the Si Se-ries consoles has expanded with the re-lease of new options cards from Sound-craft, BSS Audio and Riedel.

BSS Audio’s BLU-Si Blu link card enables Soundcraft Si Expression, Si Perform-

er and Si Compact consoles to connect to other HARMAN BLU-Link compatible devices, including the dbx PMC16 Personal Monitor Controller, BSS’s Soundweb London platform, and various Crown amplifier models.

The BLU-Si card provides a 32 x 32-channel interface over a standard Cat 5e cable.

Soundcraft has added the Multi Digital and Dante Cards to its offering. The Multi Digital Card has USB and FireWire interfaces for connection to a Mac or Windows computer for recording and playback, as well as ADAT optical con-nections and is capable of 32x inputs and 32 outputs simultaneously.

The Dante Card provides Primary and Secondary ports for Audinate’s pro-tocol.

Riedel manufacture an in-terface card for connect-ing an Si console to their RockNet audio distribution platform.

The new cards join CobraNet, Aviom, AES and MADI options already available from Soundcraft.

Multi Digital Card information > http://bit.ly/19N9V2C

BLU-Si Card information: > http://bit.ly/14xXOFC

Providing even more comprehensive and cost-effective audio solutions HAR-MAN’s JBL Commercial is expanding its lineup with the introduction of five

mixer/amplifiers that incorporate Crown’s exclusive DriveCore™ amplifier technology for improved per-formance, lower cost, reduced size and weight and efficient operation.

The DriveCore chip com-bines the amplifier driver stage into the power output stage along with additional audio-signal functions, yet is about the size of a postage stamp. It enables signifi-cantly reduced size and weight – all mixer/amps are just 1U rack space high and most models are only a half-rack wide.

All models can drive 8 ohm and 4 ohm loads and can be used with 70V and 100V distributed audio systems without the need for a separate transformer.

The CSMA mixer/amps offer unmatched ease of use, with a clean, front panel featuring only volume con-trols for each channel, master volume adjustment, adjustable bass and treble controls and a power

switch. All the volume controls are surrounded by an illuminated ring, making them easy to see and operate in dark-ened environments.

In addition to balanced mic/line inputs, unbal-

anced RCA inputs and speaker connections, all units include RJ45 connectors for use with JBL CSR-V in-wall volume controls.

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JBL Commercial Debuts DriveCore™ Powered Mixer/Amplifiers

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Crown DriveCore Install amplifiers ship - the new standard for installed sound

Crown Audio’s new DriveCore Install (DCi) Series power ampli-fiers are shipping in

the UK.

Successor to the company’s ac-claimed CTs Series, the new DCi stereo and multichannel amplifi-ers incorporate a host of improve-ments including HARMAN’s exclu-sive DriveCore™ technology to set new standards in reliability, sound quality, flexibility and efficiency.

At the heart of the DCi Series is the proprietary DriveCore ampli-fier IC chip, which combines the amplifier driver stage into the power output stage along with additional audio-signal functions, yet is about the size of a postage stamp, dramatically reducing size

and power consumption require-ments.

The DCi Series comprises of twelve models ranging from 300 watts to 600 watts (into 4 and 8 ohms and 70Vrms and 100Vrms) with 2, 4 or 8 channels per ampli-fier.

The DCi Network models include network monitoring and control over Ethernet, BLU-Link digital

audio transport, GPIO and digital signal processing. DCi Analogue amplifiers integrate into control and monitoring systems over eth-ernet.

More information:> http://bit.ly/X1XYv6

DCi Series downloads:> http://bit.ly/12FFdVj

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JBL Professional has introduced the new Control 10 Series, three new in-ceiling loudspeakers that combine installation-friendly features with superior sound

quality and value. The Control 16C/T, Control 14C/T and Control 12C/T are designed for applications where lower- to medium-volume music playback and paging is appropriate.

All three models can be used in 70/100V distributed audio systems or with low-impedance direct opera-tion and are available in either white or black.

Each speaker has a blind-mount backcan for quick, easy installation and includes dual conduit/cable strain-relief clamps and removable locking speaker terminal connectors with screw terminals and loop-through terminals.

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JBL Professional expands in-ceiling loudspeaker lineup

Soundcraft ship most affordable stageboxes to date

Soundcraft are shipping the Mini Stagebox, announced earlier this year. The Mini Stagebox is available in two configurations; the MSB32

with 32 mic/line inputs, 8 analogue and 8 AES/EBU outputs, and the MSB16 with 16 mic/line inputs and 8 analogue outputs.

Connection to the console is via MADI over optical or CAT5e and the console interface card is included. The Mini Stagebox is compatible with all Si and Vi series consoles including the new Si Expression family.

List prices start at £832.50 ex VAT for the MSB16 and £1665.83 ex VAT for the MSB32.

BSS Audio Soundweb London BLU-806 and BLU-326 Dante-enabled processors are now shipping.

The BLU-806 and BLU-326 offer the same configu-rable signal processing features as the existing BLU-800 and 320 devices with the addition of 64 incom-ing Dante channels and 64 outgoing Dante channels.

Both new devices offer compatibility with all Sound-

web London input and output card options, logic processing capability, the 256-channel Soundweb London digital audio bus and GPIO.

Each device offers up to 16 inputs and outputs with I/O options including analogue, AES/EBU and S/PDIF, acoustic echo cancellation and the Telephone Hybrid Card.

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BSS Audio’s Dante™ compatible Soundweb processors shipping

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The C111LP from AKG is lightweight, nearly indestructible ear hook micro-

phone ideal for on-stage performers and corporate speakers for venues of all sizes. The small skin-coloured boom visually disappears against the face, while its 7g weight provides a comfort-able fit.> http://bit.ly/10Mtdjo

BSS Audio has announced the Sound-web London BLU-GPX GPIO Expander, a versatile network-controlled GPIO com-ponent that provides 36 Control Inputs,

23 Logic Outputs and eight NC/NO relays to systems that require extra analogue control and interfacing capability. The BLU-GPX is available now.

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AKG C111LPBSS GPIO expander now shipping

AKG CS3 Discussion System for smaller rooms

Following on from the success of AKG’s high-end CS5 conference system, the

company has addressed the demand for a more simple solution by introducing the CS3, a plug-and-play, easy-to-use professional discussion system for smaller applications.

Consisting of three core compo-nents – the CS3 BU base station,

CS3 CU chairman station and CS3 DU Delegate units - sys-

tems of up to 120 units can be created with ease.

Demo systems are available, contact Sound Technol-ogy Ltd for more information.

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Elegant, streamlined and powerful, HARMAN Architectural Media Systems combine the processing power of BSS Audio and Crown Audio’s category leading amplifier technology with the configuration and control capabilities of HiQnet. This solution will provide audio industry professionals with the most complete, versatile platform available for small to large-scale AV system design, with the single point accountability of one-stop compre-hensive support and logistics.

HARMAN Architectural Media Systems include signal processing from BSS Au-

dio‘s Soundweb London family, ampli-fication from Crown’s DriveCore Install Series, and networked audio connec-tivity via the designer’s choice of AVB, HARMAN’s proprietary BLU Link bus, Cirrus CobraNet or Audinate Dante.

System configuration and control is provided by HiQnet Audio Architect, with HiQnet Motion Control and Pow-ered by Crown iOS apps providing mo-bile control.

Network designers will have more choice and greater flexibility. System designers will save valuable time and money with the enhanced efficiency of intelligent software. Contractors will have access to a wide range of tools and worldwide, multi-language sup-port. Facility managers will gain easy access to no-compromise audio per-formance. Most importantly, HARMAN Architectural Media Systems will pro-vide audiences with a premium sound experience.

Sound Technology expands Project Team

HARMAN introduces Architectural Media Systems

Sound Technology Ltd is providing additional

sales and support services for installed audio clients with the promotion of Joe East to the position of Business

Development Manager where he will work alongside the technical Project Team.

The Project Team was set-up four years ago to provide pre and post sale support for customers and clients involved in medium to large scale audio projects.

The team provides a local base of technical expertise and system design skills to work with customers and consultants on HARMAN audio system solutions for installation projects.

In addition, Hugo Burnard has joined the technical project team itself, working as project engineer alongside Senior Project Engineer Ben Todd and Product Specialist Danny Kyte.

Sound Technology offers free BSS Soundweb training for our customers. We run two courses - Introduction to Soundweb

London, and Soundweb London Advanced - every month.

Please visit www.soundtech.co.uk for upcoming dates and to register to attend

Designed for venues that would typically use larger point-and-shoot speakers, JBL’s

CBT70J loudspeakers incorporate technical advancements that al-lows them to vastly outperform competitive systems, with a level of user-friendliness that virtually eliminates the challenges of de-livering great sound.

The CBT70J models have the ability handle both speech and

full range, high-power music ap-plications with spectacular levels of fidelity while the asymmetric horizontal coverage assures even coverage from front to back.

The CBT series is particularly suited to tackling difficult acous-tic spaces and as audio installers and AV integrators - who have been using the range with great success to solve the typically complex challenges presented in houses of worship - have found.

Free certified BSS Soundweb training from Sound Technology

Installers turn to JBL CBT70

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Clockwise from top left: Our Lady Queen of Peace, Co Monaghan (Grainger Communications); Music for ChildHope fundraiser at St John at Hackney Church, London (Kristina Riddington); St Andrews C of E, Gloucs. (Revolution Multimedia); St Macartan’s Cathdral, Belfast (Grainger Communications).

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