March 31, 2008 - The RapcoHorizon Company, a whole owned subsidiary of VTG Holdings Inc., announced today that they have signed a definitive sale agreement as of February 29th, 2008, with RHC management, in conjunction with Midwest Mezzanine Funds, and Busch O‘Donnell Capitol Partners, both equity investment groups, for the sale of the company‘s stock and assets. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed. VTG Holdings Inc., stock and all assets have transferred to the newly formed RHC Holding Corporation. The RapcoHorizon Company, www.rapcohorizon.com, is a market leader in audio, video and data cable manufacturing for the audio retail, A/V installation, Home Theater, and Datacom markets. RHC Holding Corp. provides interconnectivity products with revenues exceeding $65 million annually. more

NEW YORK CITY - “Late Show with David Letterman” on CBS will soon be the proud owner of a Solid State Logic C296 Digital Production Console, representing the largest C200 Series console in the world. The new console, which will handle all of the music production requirements for the show, will be installed in the legendary Ed Sullivan Theater this summer, replacing the SSL analog SL 4000 G Series console that has served the show for 15 years. more

HOLLYWOOD — EASTWEST‘s Fab Four Virtual Instrument Collection was recognized by the international music trade press as it took home the MIPA (Musikmesse International Press Award) for Best Sound Library. more

Chicago, IL - March 2008 … As a freelance trumpeter who doubles on flugelhorn and piccolo trumpet, Carlo Isabelli has carved out a unique niche in the world of pop music. For the past twelve years, he has toured with the Buckinghams, a popular 60‘s-era band that experienced enormous radio popularity in 1967 when they released Kind of a Drag on the USA Records label. Since that time, he has become a common fixture on the revival circuit, performing with Gary Pucket and the Union Gap as well as Tommy James and the Shondells plus Rob Grill and the Grassroots. Further, he has appeared on stage with adult contemporary artist Michael McDonald and also performs with Chicago‘s High Society Orchestra. In addition to being a solid player, Isabelli is also one who knows how to engage his audience, and the freedom of movement he achieves with his MIPRO wireless system makes it all possible. more

Peachtree City, GA, March 24, 2008 - Starstruck Studios in Nashville has been the recording facility of choice for some of country and pop‘s biggest names, and with the need for failsafe and robust storage solutions, the studio has made Avastor the hard drive of choice for its most commercially successful clients. more

LAS VEGAS, MARCH 19, 2008–Clear-Com Communication Systems introduces Version 5.0 of its Eclipse Digital Matrix high-performance intercom system at NAB 2008 (Booth C5908), taking broadcast communication solutions to the next level. Acting as a central switching unit for communications across a broadcast operation, Eclipse Digital Matrix Version 5.0 links Clear-Com‘s V-Series Panels and CellCom wireless beltpacks and headsets for cost-effective and universal access to communication in the studio or out in the field with more connectivity options than ever. more

When celebrated producer/engineer/songwriter Jay Joyce looked to upgrade his Tragedy/Tragedy private recording facility with a new board, his search ended with a 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality console. The Duality, dubbed the analogue console for the digital age, combines the legendary sound of the SSL 9000 K Series mic pre and SuperAnalogue® signal path with the AWS 900+ inspired DAW control protocol to yield a magnificent creative tool for the contemporary recording studio.

“I looked at a full range of consoles and then I saw Duality at a studio here in Nashville,” says Joyce. “Duality became the clear choice because of its familiar work surface and capability to control a Pro Tools HD™ system, so it works well with the way I like to create. This console allows me to do what I want to do faster and it sounds better. Duality is also very quick and responsive sonically, so it doesn‘t take much work for me to get the performances to sound great.”

Recent projects that Joyce has worked on through the Duality console are The Duhks on Sugar Hill Records, Eric Church on Capitol, Ashley Rae on Capitol and Jimmy Barrett. Joyce has also worked with such artists as Grammy Award winning artist Audio Adrenaline, Crowded House and Patty Griffin. According to Joyce, the experience with Duality has been gratifying as he is able to do full records in three to four weeks at Tragedy/Tragedy, including writing, recording, tracking, overdubbing and mixing.

“I like the quickness of the automation - easy and fast,” comments Joyce. “I also like the digital side of it for blending background vocals and room mics. I find that I‘m able to make accurate fader rides on the desk, and the EQs and the compression on each channel are simply awesome for mixing. Basically, I wanted an SSL and the Duality is the best of the best.”

Duality is an analogue large format music console like no other. It is a console that carries the DNA of the SSL E, G & K Series consoles that through the decades have defined and redefined what a music console should be, a pedigree used by top engineers, producers and artists to yield countless hit recordings. Duality takes this evolution into its next great leap forward by splicing the Digital Audio Workstation control and integration concepts of the AWS 900+ and all of the visual feedback advantages of the TFT displays from the C Series digital consoles into the analogue console.

“I was looking to get out of the pure digital sound that I was working in,” says Joyce. “One thing that I realized about Duality compared to my previous set up is that Duality‘s sound is wider and I can literally hear the exact placement when I am panning. If I have something panned at 3 o‘clock, I can hear that, whereas digitally, it was kind of over there somewhere. The depth and width of Duality‘s sound is amazing.”

Solid State Logic is the world‘s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital audio consoles and provider of creative tools for music, broadcast and post production professionals. For more information about our award-winning products, please visit: www.solid-state-logic.com.

BEGBROKE, OXFORD–Solid State Logic, the world‘s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital consoles and provider of creative tools for music, broadcast and post production professionals, is pleased to announce that Pro-Convert, the Digital Audio Project Translator application for moving sessions from one DAW environment to another is now shipping worldwide. Solid State Logic will exhibit Pro-Convert at the Frankfurt Musikmesse, March 12th-15th (Hall 5.1 Stand# B.75).

Pro-Convert is audio project translation software that facilitates the exchange of projects between Digital Audio Workstations (DAW). The application is designed to make it much easier and quicker to move projects between producers or facilities where different DAWs are in daily use. Pro-Convert frees users from technical and creative constraints by enabling them to move their projects between DAW platforms.

Key Features

• Streamlines project transfer between Digital Audio Workstations

• Compatible with over 40 different applications

• Converts to and from Pro Tools® 7.x

• Simple step by step operation

• ‘Audio Tool’‘audio file format batch converter

• Frame accurate offset feature

• ‘Housekeeping‘ features for cleaning up projects

• Fade curve translation control

• Pan and Volume automation curve conversion

• Includes Track Markers and PQ Data

• Search & Replace missing audio file functions

• Rapid offline conversion process

For commercial music facilities Pro-Convert means the ability to streamline the process of opening projects created within a broader range of DAW environments.

For the creative producer, Pro-Convert means being able to begin projects within your private studio using the DAW that is the best creative fit for the way you want to work, secure in the knowledge that you can easily transport your project for collaboration or mastering.

For Commercial Post facilities, Pro-Convert means the ability to easily import music and material created within a diverse range of DAW environments for mixing.

For large scale Post Production projects or facilities where multiple producers contribute to a single production process, production teams can enjoy significantly streamlined workflow.

Detailed information including format compatibility, FAQ‘s and User Guides are all available online at: http://www.solid-state-logic.com/music/pro-convert/overview.html

Pro-Convert is available worldwide through selected SSL Resellers in May 2008 with a MSRP of $835.00.

Pro-Convert is also available to order online via the SSL web shop.

Pro-Convert is an evolution of the application previously known as ‘EDL Convert‘ by Cui Bono Soft. Existing EDL Convert customers can upgrade online through the SSL web shop.

Solid State Logic is the world‘s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital audio consoles and provider of creative tools for music, broadcast and post production professionals. For more information about our award-winning products, please visit: www.solid-state-logic.com.

BEGBROKE, OXFORD–Solid State Logic, the world‘s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital consoles and provider of creative tools for music, broadcast and post production professionals, is pleased to announce that Pro-Convert, the Digital Audio Project Translator application for moving sessions from one DAW environment to another is now shipping worldwide. Solid State Logic will exhibit Pro-Convert at the Frankfurt Musikmesse, March 12th-15th (Hall 5.1 Stand# B.75).

Pro-Convert is audio project translation software that facilitates the exchange of projects between Digital Audio Workstations (DAW). The application is designed to make it much easier and quicker to move projects between producers or facilities where different DAWs are in daily use. Pro-Convert frees users from technical and creative constraints by enabling them to move their projects between DAW platforms.

Key Features

• Streamlines project transfer between Digital Audio Workstations

• Compatible with over 40 different applications

• Converts to and from Pro Tools® 7.x

• Simple step by step operation

• ‘Audio Tool’‘audio file format batch converter

• Frame accurate offset feature

• ‘Housekeeping‘ features for cleaning up projects

• Fade curve translation control

• Pan and Volume automation curve conversion

• Includes Track Markers and PQ Data

• Search & Replace missing audio file functions

• Rapid offline conversion process

For commercial music facilities Pro-Convert means the ability to streamline the process of opening projects created within a broader range of DAW environments.

For the creative producer, Pro-Convert means being able to begin projects within your private studio using the DAW that is the best creative fit for the way you want to work, secure in the knowledge that you can easily transport your project for collaboration or mastering.

For Commercial Post facilities, Pro-Convert means the ability to easily import music and material created within a diverse range of DAW environments for mixing.

For large scale Post Production projects or facilities where multiple producers contribute to a single production process, production teams can enjoy significantly streamlined workflow.

Detailed information including format compatibility, FAQ‘s and User Guides are all available online at: http://www.solid-state-logic.com/music/pro-convert/overview.html

Pro-Convert is available worldwide through selected SSL Resellers in May 2008 with a MSRP of $835.00.

Pro-Convert is also available to order online via the SSL web shop.

Pro-Convert is an evolution of the application previously known as ‘EDL Convert‘ by Cui Bono Soft. Existing EDL Convert customers can upgrade online through the SSL web shop.

Solid State Logic is the world‘s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital audio consoles and provider of creative tools for music, broadcast and post production professionals. For more information about our award-winning products, please visit: www.solid-state-logic.com.

BEGBROKE, OXFORD–Solid State Logic, the world‘s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital audio consoles and provider of creative tools for music, broadcast and post production professionals, proudly announces the release of Matrix at the Frankfurt Musikmesse, March 12th-15th (Hall 5.1 Stand# B.75).

Matrix is a SuperAnalogue™ 16 channel, 40 input mixing console with built-in signal router and multi-layer digital workstation control. It is designed to bring the soul of analogue sound into the process of digital workflow by providing the tools to work effectively in both domains simultaneously.

Matrix is composed of five main elements:

• 16 Channel Console with Dual Summing Inputs, Aux Sends and additional returns… providing more than 40 summed inputs to Mix output.

• 16+1 Fader, 4 Layer DAW Controller using Ethernet connection. This provides single cable, high speed workstation control for most popular DAWs including Pro Tools® Logic, Live and Reason.

• Integrated, recallable, software controlled 32×16x16 analogue routing matrix. Eliminates the need for external patchbays, bringing outboard analogue processing into DAW workflow.

• Powerful monitoring with independent Main & Mini monitor outputs, Artist Monitor output with independent EQ & source selection, three External Monitor inputs with source summing and front panel iJack input.

• A Mac and Windows compatible application that provides platform independent project management and routing control, this includes FX chains and routing set-ups to simplify patching outboard units through the router.

The name Matrix is derived from its unique, software controlled integrated SuperAnalogue™ router. This manages the sends and returns of up to 16 analogue outboard processor units together with the assignment of the console‘s channel strip inputs and insert points. By using the Matrix Java control panel software, any combination of outboard gear can be rapidly inserted into any of your console channels, essentially giving you the ability to run your outboard as ‘analogue plug-ins‘ with your DAW.

Matrix has very sophisticated workstation control capabilities. Ethernet connection to the workstation eases the cabling process and provides control over up to four workstations from the same control surface. This enables users who use a creative suite of Rewired applications such as Logic and Reason, to simply switch control from one to another at a single button press.

Designed to be at the heart of the creative process, Matrix is built to withstand the most intensive studio use. Fully equipped to partner monitors, workstations and outboard gear, Matrix shapes the project studio around the user‘s workflow, providing a complete tool set to integrate analogue and digital technology. It‘s also portable enough to take wherever the creativity happens.

Matrix will be available worldwide through selected SSL Resellers in May 2008 with a MSRP of $25,995.00.

Solid State Logic is the world‘s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital audio consoles and provider of creative tools for music, broadcast and post production professionals. For more information about our award-winning products, please visit: www.solid-state-logic.com.

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