Martin Wheeling & Dealing

Martin Professional, Inc.
700 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway
Sunrise, FL 33325
(954) 858-1800
www.martinpro.com
The gobo animation wheel system in the Martin MAC 2000 Performance has launched a set of six new animation wheel designs, giving lighting designers artistic effects to enhance their shows. The design wheels provide new effect possibilities such as snow and “flurries” of movement, swaying tree branches, the rhythmic undulations of sea waves, high-speed turbines or passing trains, a flickering lantern, rough sea, flames, psychedelic and drifting effects, and more.

Spectrasonic’s Got Stylus

Spectrasonics
P.O. Box 7336
Burbank, CA 91510
(818) 955-8481
www.spectrasonics.net
Spectrasonics has introduced the Groove Control Virtual Instrument, called Stylus-Vinyl Groove Module.
Stylus is a software plug-in instrument that integrates a library of thousands of groove elements, loops and samples, with a powerful user interface for creating original grooves. Stylus can be used as a native plug-in instrument in hosts like Logic, Digital Performer, Cubase VST, Nuendo and Pro-Tools.
The nearly 3 gigabyte library of Stylus features a wide range of groove elements that cover a wide variety of remix genres including R&B, 2-step, Trip-Hop, Chemical, Epic House, Underground Hip-Hop, UK Garage, Downtempo Dub, Nu-skool, Acid Jazz, Trance, Funk, Alternative, Progressive, Slo-Jamz, Drum-n-Bass, and many others.
Original grooves can be created from scratch with instant access to thousands of edgy drum samples. In addition, the Groove Menus let you remix loops in real-time at every tempo from 50-180 BPM in both straight and swing feels. It’s as simple as selecting a patch at the desired tempo and playing a connected keyboard – the loop tuning calculations are handled automatically inside the plug-in.
Over 1,000 turntablist FX and DJ trick samples are included, as well as a section of hi-fi, live percussion loops-including congas, bongos, djembes, shakers, triangles, agogos and tambourines, all of which can be mixed into any groove separately. Every loop on Stylus is presented in Spectrasonics Groove Control activated versions-which provides independent control over the groove’s pitch, tempo, feel and pattern without using any DSP. Since every groove can be mixed and matched at any tempo or feel, there are endless combination possibilities.
Stylus features include real-time groove jamming at any tempo with Groove Menus, easy to use, built-in patch management system, sample-accurate timing, total recall with sequence, and multi-mode resonant Filters for each sample, plus Master Filters.

Hold On To Your Ego


Martin Professional, Inc.
700 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway
Sunrise, FL 33325
(954) 858-1800
www.martinpro.com
Ego is a new series of 250-watt DJ effect lights from Martin Professional. A composite design houses the 250-watt, 500-hour halogen lamp for projection optics, and a focus adjustment produces projections. Variable behavior tuning allows DJs to adjust how aggressively the effect reacts to music in trig mode – relaxed, intermediate or quick. Ego operates in either auto or music trig mode.
The handle and lens protection ring is used for transport and handling. A remote control is also available. Ego 01 is a flower effect, and Ego 02 features a new color system offering more than 200 color combinations and a manually selectable image effect (etched gobo or textured gobo pattern). Gobo slots are interchangeable so DJs can incorporate their own custom patterns or accessories. Ego 02 also features a variable color and rotation speed adjustment.

The MVP

Community Professional Loudspeakers
333 East 5th Street
Chester, PA 19013
(610) 876-3400
www.loudspeakers.net
The MVP35 and MVP36 loudspeakers are the newest additions to the Community line. Com- munity’s MVP35 speaker is capable of delivering even, 90- x 40-degree coverage between 65 Hz and 16 kHz with a maximum output of 118 dB SPL at one meter. On the other hand, the MVP36 has a frequency response of 60 Hz - 17 kHz, sensitivity of 97 dB SPL (1W/1M), and power handling rated at 200 watts RMS, 500 watts program.
Utilizing a single 15-inch low frequency driver and Community’s LM20 non-metallic, Ferro-fluid cooled high-frequency transducer, the MVP35 posts power handling figures of 200W RMS, 500W program. With high sensitivity (95 dB SPL at 1W/1m) and a nominal impedance of eight ohms, the enclosure is safeguarded by Com- munity’s new Thermal-Link Driver Protection System. The protective network insures that the MVP35 can remain running at maximum output, without the risk of loudspeaker damage, by automatically monitoring and adjusting high frequency performance. The MVP35 is constructed using internally braced MDF board covered with durable black carpeting. A built-in, die-cast zinc stand socket comes standard with the package, as do rubber feet, recessed handles, corner protectors, a perforated 16-gauge steel grille, and a rear panel housing ¼-inch connectors. For flown applications, T-nut mounting points are provided as well.
The MVP36 has a bass-ported design employing a single 15-inch cast frame low frequency element and a one-piece 90- x 40-degree fiberglass horn section housing Community’s new proprietary LM20 compression driver. Outfitted with a non-metallic diaphragm to increase internal damping, reduce ringing, and provide more accurate response as well as extremely low distortion, this low-mass transducer is Ferro-fluid cooled to dissipate heat quickly. Externally, corner protectors, recessed steel handles, rigging points, rubber feet, a 16-gauge steel grille, and a stand socket are all found on each MVP36 enclosure.

Heavy Fog Machine

Martin Professional, Inc.
700 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway
Sunrise FL 33325
(954) 858-1811
www.martinpro.com
New Jem Heavy Fog Glaciator, a low power-consuming fog machine is for theater, touring and large clubs. A sea of ground-hugging fog is a desirable theatrical effect. Replacing the larger, more costly, three-phase heavy fog machines, the Glaciator needs a 13-amp power supply and a bottle of heavy fog fluid. Unlike other machines on the market, the Glaciator does not require CO2 cylinders and separate fog machines to complete the package. The Glaciator is a self contained, “plug-in and go” low fog generating system. Its lower cost means that multi-machine use is a more realistic consideration, allowing the user much better stage coverage. The Glaciator is compatible with all external DMX sources.
An optional Power Ducting Adapter (PDA) is available that allows lengths of ducting to be fitted to the front of the machine for delivering heavy fog to those more awkward locations. The adapter has a built-in booster fan which helps project the effect along longer lengths of ducting. Its design makes the Glaciator an ideal product for the touring market, and because of its compactness and low power consumption can be used for dancefloor effects.

E-MU’s Version 1.31 OS and Proteus 2500

E-MU/ENSONIQ
1600 Green Hills Road
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 438-1921
www.emu.com
E-MU has announced the release of Version 1.31 Software for its XL-7 and MP-7 Command Stations and Proteus 2500 Command Module. Version 1.31 adds E-MU’s Mode to these instruments, offering users another groove tool in addition to the current sequencer and arpeggiators. Along with Version 1.31 Software, E-MU has also released E-Loader Version 1.1, a tool that enables users to download/upload SMF sequences via USB and MIDI and troubleshoot any component of their MIDI setup.
The software has a sequencer engine optimized for speed and stability, full beats mode integration, complete with beats triggers and improved MIDI routing and song step editing. There are also sequencer functions: paste repeat, erase track with bar range, erase all controllers, expanded controller for programmable knobs and automatic track selection.
Features include a suite of MIDI Utilities that examine and generate MIDI data in order to troubleshoot any component of your MIDI setup and a sequence bank browser that lets you examine complete banks of patterns and songs from your XL-7, MP-7 or Proteus 2500. There is also a sequence downloader, which allows you to download a group of patterns or songs at once to your XL-7, MP-7 or Proteus 2500. Any Standard MIDI file (SMF) can be downloaded.

Why Not Wireless?

Electro-Voice
Telex Communications, Inc.
8601 E Cornhusker Hwy.
Lincoln, NE 68507
(800) 392-3497
www.electrovoice.com
Electro-Voice has released additions to the Cobalt line of microphones – the Co7 wireless hand- held and Co11 wireless condenser units.
Whether you’re traveling on tour or playing block parties and small clubs, the Cobalt wireless is the choice for the performer who wants hassle-free sound and freedom from the world of cables and cords. The Co7 performs without feedback problems. The Co7 wireless handheld and Co11 wireless condenser offer low handling noise and versatility; they are also ideal in acoustic settings.
Both systems are available with the R100 VHF receiver (174 – 186 MHz) or the R200 UHF receiver (710 – 722 MHz). Eight frequencies are available on each. Three R100 VHF systems or four R200 UHF systems may be used simultaneously without interference. Wireless guitar systems and bodypacks with headworn mics are also available in the R-Series.
The Cobalt Co11 wireless condenser system features an electret condenser microphone element, a cardioid polar pattern, and a 50 to 18,000 Hz frequency response. The Cobalt Co11 wireless condenser system is suited for applications where spoken word or vocal program is key: lectures, presentations, conventions, houses of worship or lower-SPL musical productions.

American DJ’s Neutron Star

American DJ
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles, CA 90058
(800) 322-6337
www.americandj.com
American DJ’s Neutron Star is an analog strobe light that features 750 watts of power. The Neutron Star is ideal for large clubs, theatrical productions, concerts and special events. It offers such features as 0-10V control for adjustable preset manual dimming and slow-to-fast speed adjustment. The Neutron Star can also be used with American DJ S-10S controller to manually control speed and flash. In addition, the Neutron Star is linkable for use in multiples. Each unit features ¼-inch input and output jacks. Lightweight and portable, the Neutron Star weighs 8 pounds and measures 5-inches L x 12-inches W x 8.5-inches H. It also includes a hanging bracket for easy installation and includes a ZB-300 lamp.

Shure’s Headworn Microphone
Shure Incorporated
222 Hartrey Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202-3696
(847) 866.2200
www.shure.com
Shure Incorporated is now shipping the affordable WH30 headworn microphone designed for users who require complete mobility along with the professional audio quality of a condenser capsule.
The WH30 features a frequency response tailored to enhance the clarity of vocals. Ergonomic and lightweight in design, the hands-free unit features a flexible gooseneck that facilitates optimal microphone placement and an isolation shock mount that reduces vibration noise. Temperature and moisture-resistant, its cardioid polar pattern delivers maximum gain before feedback. Capable of handling high SPLs, the headworn mic comes with its own snap-on windscreen.

Coulda’ Hadda V-Plus

American Audio
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles, CA 90058
(800) 322-6337
www.americandj.com
American Audio has introduced four new V-“Plus” Power Amplifiers. The V-1000 “Plus,” V-2000 “Plus,” V-3000 “Plus,” and V-4000 “Plus” each offer modular construction, output devices, large storage capability, small profile capacitors (for reproducing large transients), and a linear design. The V-1000 “Plus” provides 170 watts per channel at 8 ohm, 245 watts at 4 ohm, and 600 watts at 4 ohm bridged. The V-2000 “Plus” increases up a level to 280 watts (@ 8 ohm), 450 watts (@ 4 ohm), 690 watts (@ 4 ohm), and 1,930 watts (@ 4 ohm bridged). The V-4000 “Plus” delivers 600 watts (@ 8 ohm), 1,010 watts (@ 4 ohm), and 2,500 watts (@ 4 ohm bridged).
The V-4000 “Plus” comes equipped with speak-on connectors as well as binding post connectors. The V-4000 “Plus” also includes a total harmonic distortion of 20Hz-20Khz @ rated output 8 ohm, less than 0.02-percent. Frequency response is 10Hz-40Khz, +/- 1dB and 20Hz-20Khz, +/- 0.2dB. Hum & noise below rated output 8 ohm is 100dB. The power consumption is 20A@120V AC. It also comes with two large dual-speed fans and heatsink, two limiters (1 per channel), two hi-pass filters (30Hz, 50Hz), and a Toroidal transformer.

Mach’s M•Flex Speakers

Martin Professional, Inc.
700 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway
Sunrise, FL 33325
(954) 858-1800
www.martinpro.com
Mach’s M Flex Speakers come with comprehensive rigging and mounting options. All loudspeakers in the M•Flex series feature digital bi-amplification technology. By choosing a bi-amplification solution the M•Flex speakers offer frequency response. And because of the compact physical size of the amplifiers it is possible to design a powered loudspeaker in a very compact cabinet, but still with many features such as microphone and line Input options and switch-mode power supply. Key issues addressed have been wide dispersion, linear frequency response, ultimate speech intelligibility and all fitted in a compact, lightweight and easy to handle cabinet.
A customized 12-inch full range coaxial drive unit has been designed for the M-Flex 12, which offers speech intelligibility, wide dispersion and sound pressure. The 12-inch unit features a strong die-cast chassis and a 3-inch edge wound voice coil. The 1-inch compression driver features a special Mylar diaphragm material with linear response up to 19 kHz. The aluminum voice coil offers clarity and dynamics.
M-Flex 15 offers full-range high SPL sound reproduction, digitally powered. The 15-inch unit has a lightweight chassis. The 1-inch compression driver incorporates a lightweight diaphragm and, with 107 dB sensitivity. But it still has the advantage of a wide frequency response and runs flat to 19 kHz. It is mounted behind a 90-x-40 constant directivity horn with coverage control. For reproduction of frequencies from 150Hz and below, the M-Flex S is capable of delivering the kick from a bass drum, a hard low-frequency bassline, and at the same time contributes to an overall increase in dynamics and sound pressure. The 15-inch unit features a lightweight chassis. The concept of a lightweight design in the entire M-Flex series is maintained, and a power optimized active crossover with hi-output link option will ensure optimum integration of M-Flex S with the rest of your M-Flex speakers.
The M-Flex series comes with built in top hat adapters for pole mounting, aluminum locks for easy design of clusters and arrays together with built in stacking options. Furthermore, angled sides allow you to use the M•Flex products as stage monitors. Protection of the drive unit is ensured through a steel grille with extruded rubber protection blocks integrated into the cabinet design.

Speaker Up

Electro-Voice
Telex Communications, Inc.
8601 E Cornhusker Hwy
Lincoln, NE 68507
(800) 392-3497
www.electrovoice.com
Electro-Voice is introducing the SxA250 loudspeaker, a 15-inch two-way self-contained sound system with mixable mic and line inputs, 2-band EQ, line output and separate 350-watt dynamic LF amp and 150-watt HF amp. The SxA250 can be used as a self-contained vocal system, a floor monitor, and a full-range music system or can be combined with an 18-inch woofer system.
The SxA250’s enclosure is made of seven-ply plywood and weighs 49 pounds. The SxA250 has a built-in stand mount adaptor, can be used as a floor monitor and can also be hung safely. The SxA250 has handles on the top and the side so that it can be easily transported horizontally or vertically.
In addition, the SxA250 has EV components including the DH2010a pure
titanium compression driver and DL15BFH cast frame15-inch woofer. Its 80-degree x 55-degree CD horn has tighter coverage and can project a large, wide sound. The SxA250 also features E-V’s Ring Mode Decoupling (RMD) technology.

Weathered Loudspeaker

Eastern Acoustic Works
1 Main Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588
(508) 234-6158
www.eaw.com
The UB2199-WP is a 2-way, full-range loudspeaker constructed of weather-resistant materials for continued outdoor exposure. It has a 1-inch exit high-frequency driver on 90-degree conical waveguide for wide-angle coverage. Its 12-inch low frequency driver with weather-treated cone provides bass response. The enclosure is black mica filled polypropylene that resists the elements. This material also provides a uniform color depth and resists any adverse effects from high temperatures due to solar radiant heating. Its foam-backed, stainless steel grille protects drivers from physical damage as well as driving rain.
The UB2199-WP has M10 threaded insert on all four sides for U-brackets plus rear-mounted M6 threaded inserts for use with an Omnimount or similar bracket. Additional M6 points are provided for use with external pole mount adaptors. The enclosure is shaped to provide several “grab” points to facilitate carrying. Neutrik and barrier strip input connectors on the rear have a weather cover to protect the integrity of the connections. All exposed metal parts are treated with a weather resistant powder coating process.

Digidesign Plugs-In


Digidesign
2001 Junipero Serra Blvd.
Daly City, CA 94014
(800) 333-2137
www.digidesign.com
Digidesign’s Access Virus Indigo plug-in comes with over 1,000 sounds. Users can benefit from up to eight multi-timbral synthesizers per DSP with up to 16 voices on Pro Tools/24 MIX and up to 20 voices on Pro Tools/HD. For example, users can achieve a maximum of 160 voices total at 48 kHz, or 80 voices at 96 kHz on a single Pro Tools/HD Process Card.
In addition, the Virus Indigo plug-in takes advantage of Pro Tools’ MIDI environment with MIDI-to-audio latency. Pro Tools capabilities enable you to utilize Digidesign control surfaces – ProControl or Control/24 – via Ethernet, or a hardware Virus unit or other controllers to manipulate the parameters of Virus Indigo via MIDI.

Syntrillium ’s Cool Edit Pro 2.0


Syntrillium Software
Corporation
P.O. Box 62255
Phoenix, AZ 85082
(888) 941-7100
www.syntrillium.com
Syntrillium Software has unveiled the Cool Edit Pro 2.0. It offers PC users a range of new features such as MTC master generation, six new DSP effects, loop-based music composition, and a compressed loop file format. Real-time effects and EQ allows users to add any of the more than 40 supplied DSP or third-party DirectX effects as well as EQ on the fly, as opposed to applying the settings once the recording process is complete.
Syntrillium has also incorporated limited MIDI and video support, MTC “master” generation and loop-based music composition, and a compressed loop file format. In addition, Cool Edit Pro 2.0 users will have free access to thousands of downloadable MP3PRO-based loops from Syntrillium’s new loop library at www.loopology.com.
Disc at once (DAO) CD burning is available for Cool Edit Pro 2.0 as a downloadable plug-in. DAO recording allows all the tracks for a disk to be written at one time instead of individually, eliminating the requirement for silent gaps between tracks.

New Edition
Digidesign
2001 Junipero Serra Blvd.
Daly City, CA 94014
(800) 333-2137
www.digidesign.com
Digidesign’s Native Instruments Studio Collection and Spektral Delay Pro Tools Edition plug-ins includes the B4 organ, the battery sampler and the Pro-52 virtual analog synthesizer. The Studio Collection bundle and plug-ins support both RTAS and HTDM formats within the Pro Tools TDM and LE environments.
All of the NI Pro Tools Edition plug-ins has full recall, multiple instantiation and support for OMS virtual nodes within Pro Tools. Pro-52, B4 and Spektral Delay supports Digidesign control surfaces and Pro Tools automation.
Each of the NI Pro Tools Edition products operate as RTAS and HTDM plug-ins, which operate transparently within the Pro Tools environment, eliminating the need to juggle between two applications. When its time to close the session, all parameters, signal routing, patch and automation information remains exactly as you’ve left it.

It’s CV

Carver Professional LLC
9300 North Decatur Blvd.
Portland OR 97203
(503) 978-3344
www.carverpro.com
Carver Professional’s CV Series consists of five amplifiers, each capable of producing their rated power into all available loads. The CV Series amplifiers have outputs for 4-ohm, 8-ohm, 25V, 35V, 50V, 70V and 100V sound distribution systems. Additionally, the 2-channel versions can be bridged mono to double their power into 8-ohm, 16-ohm, 50V, 70V, 100V, 140V and 200V distributed systems. The CV series are offered in various power configurations. The CV1501 is available in 150-watt mono, CV2501 in 250-watt mono, CV1502 in 150-watt per channel, 300-watt mono, CV2502 in 250-watt per channel, 500-watt mono, and CV4002 in 400-watt per channel and 800-watt mono.
A power sequencing feature is built into each of the amplifiers allowing one or any number of CV Series amplifiers to be sequenced on or off at 0.5-second intervals. This eliminates the need to add third party outboard, high current power sequencing devices.
Remote level control is featured in each of the CV Series Modules. A rear-panel connector provides a 5Vdc control voltage, control taps and a return.

From Sony

Sony Electronics Inc.
One Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(800) 686-SONY
www.sony.com
Sony Electronics is introducing a combination MXD-D40 CD player/MD recorder. The MXD-D40 device can be used for music and radio production applications. The recorder provides such features as MD Long Record/Play (max. 320 mins.) using ATRAC3 compression, and high-speed (4X) CD to MD dubbing for fast digital recording. The use of an optional PC link kit makes the CD/MD combo PC compatible, facilitating the downloading of web-based music files via PC to MD media. The 8MXD-D40 offers Scale Factor Editing. This feature allows the user to make relative level adjustments after recording has been completed. A Digital Record Level feature provides digital recording adjustment from sources which may have been under or over recorded. Additional features include: Two-line
fluorescent displays showing title information for both CD and MD, CD TEXT and custom file transfer via Control A-1 II, playback pitch control, optical and coaxial digital inputs, headphone output with volume control and 20-bit analog-to-digital converter.