MUST SEES AT NAMM 2013

As NAMM 2013 approaches, this special promotional guide provides an advanced look at some of the exciting and innovative launches and introductions you will find in Anaheim, January 24–27. Roland | Lynx | sE Electronics | DPA Microphones | Aphex | Earthworks | Novation Roland M-200i V-Mixer The Roland M-200i is a 32-channel compact digital mixing solution providing the flexibility and mobility of comprehensive iPad control fused with the precision of a professional digital mixing console. The free iPad app provides full functionality on all key mixing and control aspects including channel strip, effects, and scenes. The M-200i can also be fully controlled via the built in LCD screen and navigation buttons. It contains 17 motorized faders, 8 AUX, 4 Matrix, 8 DCA's and 24 physical inputs and 14 outputs. The M-200i also includes a REAC port providing expandability options that include multi-channel playback/recording, remote I/O, and personal mixing. Booth#: 302A Web: www.rolandsystemsgroup.com/m200i Phone: 800-380-2580 Back To Top Lynx Studio Technology HiloRack See the new HiloRack from Lynx Studio Technology at NAMM Booth 6525. The HiloRack holds one or two Lynx Hilo converters in a convenient two-space rack shelf. The Lynx booth will also feature a functional Hilo voiceover/overdub rig, DSD playback via Hilo and a 32 channel Aurora/Hilo Pro Tools|HD system. The Hilo Reference AD/DA Converter System is a two channel AD/DA converter, with up to six analog outputs, 16 USB I/O channels with AES.EBU, SPDIF and ADAT I/O, all controlled with its innovative LCD touch screen. Hilo can be used for mastering, overdubbing, remote recording and monitoring via battery power, monitor control, voiceover studio and anywhere pristine AD and DA conversation are required. As Hilo is monitored and controlled via LCD touch screen, new features can be added. Wireless control and monitoring using a pad device is a future feature that will be demonstrated at NAMM. Booth#: 6525 Web: www.lynxstudio.com Back To Top sE X1 Studio Bundle including RF-X sE Electronics are celebrating the launch of the new US patented RF-X Reflexion Filter(™) with the co-ordinated introduction of the sE Electronics X1 Studio Bundle which provides customers with arguably the best value for money high-quality home recording solution available on the market. The sE X1 Studio Bundle ships as a single box and includes the RF-X itself, the highly popular sE X1 large diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone, the latest shock mount and pop filter kit (as sold with the sE 2200a II) and a 3 meter microphone cable, all for the amazing low MSRP of $319.00 Whether you're recording lead vocals, acoustic guitar, strings to percussion, the sE X1 will be just the right mic for you. It's perfect for recording acoustic instruments and ensembles and is suitable for both male and female vocals. The X1 is a hand built capsule with a 10dB pad, low cut bass filter and finished in black rubber. The sE X1 is one of our biggest success stories and one of the fastest growing mics in the sE range. The sE Electronics RF-X(™) is the latest high - performance acoustic filter joining sE's highly-acclaimed line of successful and industry standard Reflexion Filter products. Using the same US patented design technology as the RF-Pro the new RF-X has been concieved to answer the needs of the discerning recording artist working on a budget. With a new lightweight body and re-designed lightweight clamp assembly the RF-X is simplicity itself, providing unbeatable performance and ease-of-use, and is available at the highly attractive MSRP of $119.00 Booth#: 6498 Hall A Web: www.seelectronics.com Back To Top DPA d:facto™ II Vocal Mic DPA Microphones is pleased to introduce the d:facto™ II Vocal Microphone at the 2013 NAMM Show (Booth 6996). With a true studio sound for the live stage, this latest addition to the d:facto line offers an extraordinarily natural sound with high separation and extreme SPL handling, giving users unlimited possibilities for their performances. In addition to use with the new wired DPA handle, the d:facto II provides singers and engineers with the added benefit of a state-of-the-art adapter system, which allows for seamless integration with many professional wireless systems. The new d:facto II guarantees users the exceptional DPA sound with popular existing wireless systems such as Sony, Lectrosonics, Shure, Wisycom and Sennheiser. The d:facto II provides improved audio performance as it is superbly linear in frequency and phase, both on- and off-axis, while its impressive definition and accuracy reproduces a singer's voice effortlessly. Equally at home in sound reinforcement and recording applications, the d:facto II is sure to be an instant favorite of live sound engineers. Its simple plug-and-play features allow it to reproduce an extraordinary natural sound, which reaches the extreme sound level handling of 160 dB. As with all DPA mics, the d:facto II provides superior gain before feedback, and a robust three-stage pop protection grid built into the microphone to remove unwanted noise. It also boasts exceptional isolation from handling noise as well as the ability to accommodate extreme sound levels. The cabled version of the d:facto II, as well as the adapters for Shure, Sony, Lectrosonics and Wisycom, will be available in February 2013. The adapters for the Sennheiser systems will be available in March 2013. Booth#: 6996 Web: www.dpamicrophones.com Back To Top Aphex 2013 Introductions Aphex is set to introduce a number of exciting new products at the 2013 NAMM Show, including: Project Channel, the Essential Channel Strip with a Class A preamp, optical compressor, Exciter, Big Bottom and S/PDIF output. USB 500 Rack, 500 Series Computer Audio Interface, bringing together the boutique world of analog 500 Series modules and modern DAW workflows. IN2, the Desktop Computer Audio Interface that combines two Class A preamps, two optical compressors and HeadPod 4 headphone amplification into an integrated solution for getting audio into, and out of, your DAW. Microphone X, the USB mic with analog processing that puts Aphex preamp, optical compression, Exciter and Big Bottom technology, in the analog domain to ensure the best possible signal conversion to digital. Booth#: A6940 Web: www.aphex.com Back To Top Earthworks PM40 PianoMic™ System The PianoMic™ System from Earthworks provides the best of both worlds. Combining breathtaking realism through two random incidence omni microphones with a revolutionary design that allows closed lid miking, you'll never have to choose between pristine sound quality and a low profile ever again. In addition, the microphones exhibit no proximity effect, regardless of their distance from the piano strings or soundboard. The mics, when positioned close to the sound source, also provide incredible gain before feedback. The PM40 (running through our 1024 ZDT Preamp) will be available for attendees to demo on a Ravenscroft custom handcrafted performance piano at NAMM. Handcrafted, tuned and tested with the utmost attention to detail, the Earthworks PM40 brings to piano miking the pristine sound and flawless performance Earthworks is known for. Backed by a 15-year warranty, you can rest assured that your investment in an Earthworks precision audio tool is a sound one. Booth#: 6882 Web: www.earthworksaudio.com Back To Top Novation Releases Launchkey 25, 49 & 61 Novation announces the creation of a powerful new hardware/software instrument: Launchkey. Based around a 25-, 49- or 61-note keyboard controller with 16 velocity-sensitive multi-colour launch pads, Launchkey features the Launchkey app (an iPad performance synth) as well as a Launchpad app that provides drag-and-drop loop playback from the pads and realtime effects including stutter and filter effects. It also ships with a suite of software for Mac and PC including Novation's V-Station and Bass Station soft-synth plug-ins and Ableton Live Lite. Launchkey's 16 launch pads will also trigger clips and scenes in Ableton Live. Launchkey is a fully featured DAW control surface with over 50 hardware controls (33 on the 25-note version). The 16 dual-colour backlit launch pads are velocity-sensitive and can be used to play drums and trigger loops. They also launch clips and scenes in Ableton Live. The result is more than a USB controller keyboard; it's a powerful integrated instrument with more hands-on control than any other device in its class. In addition to the integrated instrument functionality, standard MIDI control is also provided, making it an ideal partner for a digital audio workstation, giving you instant control of track volumes, panning, sends and other settings with Novation's InControl software integration system. Launchkey At A Glance Fully integrated instrument controller for Mac, PC & iPad InControl technology instantly maps the hardware to all major music software 16 velocity-sensitive multi-colour launch pads – launch clips and scenes in Ableton Live Synth-action keyboard with over 50 hardware controls (33 on 25 key version) Three Launchkey models are available, with 25-, 49- or 61-key velocity-sensitive synth-action keyboards. All feature 16 launch pads, two Launchpad control buttons and eight rotary controls. They also each have a 3-digit LED display, transport controls, pitch and mod wheels, sustain pedal input, transpose buttons, and more. The 25-key Launchkey includes a single assignable fader while the 49- and 61-key versions feature nine, with a backlit mode button and eight mute/solo buttons. In addition to software for Mac and PC, Launchkey integrates with two powerful iPad apps. The Launchkey synth app runs on iPad 2 or later and uses Novation synth engine technology in a new and intuitive touchscreen interface. Multiple synth parameters can be controlled at once to create unique effects, while keyboard knobs tie directly into synth controls. The Launchpad app uses the buttons to trigger loops and a range of performance effects including stutter and synced filter effects. Booth#: 6464 Hall A Web: www.novationmusic.com/midi-controllers/launchkey Back To Top This is a Sponsored Message