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New Products - June 14, 2012 Ableton Live Griid iPad Controller » Peavey PV6 Mixer: Free With 12D Powered Speakers » Yamaha CL Series, LS9 & M7CL: Training Sessions in NV and IL » Today's Product Review AKG WMS 470 D5 Wireless Vocal Microphone System By Joshua Garber AKG microphones have been some of my favorites for live use over the years, and the AKG 470 D5 is another AKG to add to that list of favorites. I have used a wired D5 many times live and have always loved the way it cuts through the mix, even in the densest of mixes and noisiest of venues. The WMS 470 D5 Vocal Set consists of the HT470 handheld transmitter, SR470 diversity receiver, and the D5 dynamic supercardioid capsule. At a price point of $499 street, this unit is ideal for wireless novices all the way up to professional musicians that tour small- to medium-sized venues. More » Today's Blog The Story Behind Steve Vai’s Story of Light By Clive Young Legendary guitarist Steve Vai is ramping up for the release of his upcoming album, The Story of Light -- a sequel to his last solo studio outing, 2005’s Real Illusions: Reflections. While the collection was being mastered by the namesake of Bernie Grundman Mastering himself, Vai took a few minutes out to chat with pro audio bon vivant (and Pro Sound Network blogger) David “Mr. Bonzai” Goggin for a short video interview. More »

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