The Audio Engineering Society is in town at the Javits Center for its annual display of the latest in recording, broadcast, and mobile audio technology with crowds of young attendees buoyed by a cautiously resurgent economy and a passion for sound.

ADAM Audio, designer and manufacturer of studio monitor systems and high end home speakers, held a special gathering of friends and supporters at one of New York city’s least kept secrets, the elegant Hudson Hotel next to the Time Warner Center. more

Andover, MA––Fishman Amplification is now shipping the Aura Spectrum DI instrument preamp/direct box.

The Aura Spectrum DI combines a high quality direct box with award-winning Aura Acoustic Imaging technology that restores the pristine sound of a studio-miked instrument to undersaddle and soundhole pickups. more

Solon, OH––Following other breakthrough variable pattern designs such as the 930VPL boundary mic and 1500VP condenser, the new CAD Audio/Astatic Commercial 1700VP is the first continuously-variable pattern condenser overhead recording microphone system with remote polar control design (patent pending) and a 56” carbon fiber boom with an exclusive clutch rotational system.

The 1700VP’s variable polar pattern with remote control allows the user to precisely adjust the shape of the pick-up pattern to provide the best gain before feedback from a remote location using the standard mic cable. more

Solon, OH––CAD Professional Microphones and Astatic Commercial Audio Products are re-branding as CAD Audio to expand the company’s product offerings across several markets, optimize the efficiencies of its sales and distribution channels, and streamline its marketing, PR and promotional efforts. more

Hicksville, NY––A significant evolution of ADAM Audio’s critically acclaimed S-Series, the new SX-Series reference monitors feature completely redesigned transducers, drivers and electronics to enable the most transparent reproduction possible.

All ADAM SX-Series monitors feature the new X-ART tweeter, which provides 4dB higher efficiency, an increased maximum sound pressure level of 3dB, and an expanded frequency response of up to 50 kHz.

Other new components include an ultra-low distortion broadband A/B amplifier with 1MHz internal bandwidth, perfectly matched to the X-ART tweeter for a natural, uncolored sound with high resolution, and new Hexacone™ woofers with more linear excursion to optimize efficiency and accuracy.

The SX-Series consists of six different models ranging from small nearfield monitors to larger midfield monitors. To facilitate operation in any control room situation, the top-line S4X and S3X models are available in both vertical (S4X-V/S3X-V) and horizontal (S4X-H/S3X-H) versions.

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Huntington, NY–– Following the successful introduction of The Guitar Armoire, The Guitar Rack and The Guitar Stand, Hart Productions introduces The Guitar Frame, a handsome, unique and practical way to hang electric and acoustic instruments in any kind of living environment.

For the first time, The Guitar Frame lets guitarists and recordists hang their instruments in an attractive padded frame that allows fast, easy access to the guitar while protecting the instrument and enhancing the decor of a room.

The Guitar Frame is ideal for recording and practice studios, living spaces, rehearsal rooms and any setting where players want to get to their guitars without hanging them directly onto the wall, an approach that can damage the instrument and restrict access.

Equipped with a hanging cleat for quick, easy installation on any type of wall, The Guitar Frame features a standard more

Hicksville, NY––Capitalizing on the success of its professional monitor systems to redefine its mission and maximize sales, ADAM Audio USA has named Roger Fortier as Vice President and is moving to expansive new headquarters in Hicksville, New York.

Fortier, who will be responsible for Consumer Audio and Residential Installation products, brings a wealth of experience to his position. He has worked as a consultant and sales executive for such respected brands as Martin Logan, Krell Industries and Madrigal Audio Labs.

As part of ADAM Audio’s redefined sales and marketing mission, he will be joining company president Robert Caputo in a dedicated effort to maximize the brand’s profile, sales and marketing penetration in the professional and consumer markets.

ADAM will be introducing its Classic Mk3 and TENSOR Series hi-fi and multi-channel systems along with more

Andover, MA––The Aura Spectrum DI instrument preamp, the newest evolution of acoustic tone shaping from Fishman, combines a high quality direct box with award-winning Aura Acoustic Imaging technology that restores the pristine sound of a studio-miked instrument to undersaddle and soundhole pickups.

The Aura Spectrum DI features 128 pre-loaded Images of the most popular acoustic instruments; a 3-band EQ; built-in chromatic tuner with bypass/mute, one-knob compressor, volume, blend and image controls, automatic feedback suppression with up to three notches, an effects loop, and a high-quality balanced XLR DI.

Highly versatile and practical, the Aura Spectrum DI also features 16-user configurable Image locations which are loaded from the Aura Image Gallery program via a USB interface, a feedback-fighting phase switch, automatic DI ground lift, 9-volt battery or optional adaptor operation, and a stunning, rugged all-metal case.

The Spectrum DI ships with Aura Image Gallery III software that gives players free access to an ever-expanding library of over 700 Images (for acoustic guitar, mandolin, violin, resophonic guitar, bouzouki and ukulele) that have been painstakingly recorded using world-class studio microphones and professional miking techniques.

Asked to comment on the latest evolution of Aura Acoustic Imaging technology, company founder and President Larry Fishman stated, “The Aura Spectrum DI and Image Gallery III software represent a true culmination of this technology. Whether you’re on stage or in the studio, the Aura Spectrum DI will provide the most transparent, natural sound available, allowing musicians to preserve their instrument’s unique acoustic tone with studio accuracy.”

For more information about Fishman, call 978.988.9199 or click to www.fishman.com.

Engineered and built in the U.S.A. to the highest standard of quality, the new Equitek E100S large-diaphragm supercardioid condenser mic has the lowest noise floor in its class (3.7dBA), with the smooth vintage tone and full-bodied low end CAD is known for.

The E100S features a bootstrapped, full differential Quadra-FET™ front-end to ensure high sensitivity and low distortion.

A nickel-plated one-inch capsule delivers accurate phasing when miking instruments and a full, rich tone for vocals that is enhanced by the microphone’s extended low-end frequency response. CAD’s proprietary circuitry preserves all of the warmth and detail demanded by leading artists and engineers.

Additional features include an 80Hz hi-pass filter and a 10dB pad. A twin 5087 output driver provides low drive impedance. RoHS compliant, the E100S also features exceptional RF immunity. 48V phantom power is required.

Ideal for recording vocals, percussion, acoustic instruments and everything in between, the E100S is versatile enough to deliver exceptional performance on stage and in the studio. Supplied in a high quality cherry wood carrying case, the E100S also includes a stealth shock mount.

MSRP: $799

For more information about CAD Professional Microphones and specifications for the E100S, please click to www.cadmics.com.

Solon, OH––CAD, the company that redefined the nature and process of modern recording is now bringing its award-winning technologies to a line of new multi-purpose USB microphones.

Aptly described as “The Brand Used By Professionals,” the CAD U37 Studio Recording mic, U7 Tabletop Recording mic, U2 Stereo Headset Mic and U1 Recording Mic are designed to offer computer users, gamers, musicians and home recordists more sophisticated performance at surprisingly affordable prices.

The typically precise and uncompromising new CAD U37 USB enables users to easily “plug in and record” studio-quality audio directly into Windows and Macintosh-compatible computers. This versatile high performance vocal and instrument mic can be used for creating podcasts over the Internet, audio for video and recording songs and soundtracks.

An accurate tabletop recording mic that also works well with laptop computers, the new CAD U7 USB is designed for home, office and music applications such as conference and legal recording, dictation of meeting notes, adding audio to slide presentations, and recording vocals, instruments and bands.

The U2 USB stereo headphones with microphone are designed for exceptional performance in VoIP use, language training, gaming, and podcasting. Light and rugged, the U2 features a comfortable headband with soft ear pads and gooseneck condenser microphone boom.

Offering unparalleled quality for price, the new U1 USB recording mic enables direct recording of vocals and instruments into any Windows-based or Macintosh computer for creating music tracks, podcasts and audio for video recordings.

MSRP for the CAD U37 Studio Recording & U7 Tabletop USB Mics: $79.00 MSRP for the CAD U2 Stereo Headset Mic & U1 Recording Mics: $49.00 For more about the new CAD USB Microphones, please call 800.762.9266 or visit www.cadmics.com.