| Tech Showcase - October 1, 2013 | Projection Screens
By Bennett Liles
Screens have come a long way in just the past few years. In fact, the whole concept of projection screens has evolved so rapidly that they, more than ever, are now an integral part of their installation environment. Here we have a look at front- and rear-projection screens, as well standard and custom designs, many of which are completely retractable or convincingly blend into their surrounds when turned off. New coatings, tensioning methods, and fabric construction have combined to offer any venue the opportunity to use today's top screen technology. At the same time, self-contained units can double as whiteboards and projection surfaces with complete mobility and interactive software. More » |
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| | REVIEW | DPA d:facto ii Review
Reviewer: John McJunkin
In recent years, a growing number of audio professionals have started to consider condenser mics when determining the right handheld mic for both vocal and speech applications. Many of the challenges that have traditionally pushed handheld condensers off the short list have been addressed and resolved by developers who recognized that condensers would be more beneficial if those complications were eliminated or at least ameliorated. At this point, it's becoming difficult to isolate a manufacturer that doesn't offer a handheld condenser. And, even in the rarefied market of high-end, pristine-quality-for-superior-vocalist microphones, the number of manufacturers grows. DPA is one manufacturer with a virtually impeccable reputation for high quality, and the introduction of the d:facto handheld condenser mic presents the world with another opportunity to judge whether DPA has upheld its reputation. . DPA has since announced an update – the d:facto ii, which introduces a new feature: the use of the capsule with the handheld transmitters of several other manufacturers. The mic offers wired functionality as well, with DPA's new wired handle. The d:facto definitely has a higher price tag than most other handheld condenser mics, and based on manufacturer reputation alone, ought to be among the finest in the world. I evaluated one and discovered that it is, indeed, a fine piece of gear MORE» |
| | MOST INNOVATIVE PRODUCT AWARDS | The 2013 Sound & Video Contractor Innovative Products Awards honor electronic and mechanical innovation across the full range of ProAV products. To be eligible for an award, the product must be designed for the professional AV market and have shipped between October 15th, 2012, and October 15th, 2013. Each product entry is $195. Manufacturers can enter up to 5 products for consideration before Friday, November 1st, 2013 by 10pm PST. Winners will be selected by the readers of Sound & Video Contractor and announced in the December issue of Sound & Video Contractor. MORE» |
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