Sound for Film and Television: The Merging of Art, Technique and Tools
On September 17, 2016, at Sony Pictures Studios, Culver City, Calif., Mix magazine will present its third annual Sound for Film event. New this year is a Sound Reel Showcase, featuring 10-minute samples from award-contending films, with introductions and descriptions from the sound teams.
This special one-day event includes:
Keynote Address in the world-renowned Cary Grant Theatre
Expert Panels on the art of sound design
Sponsor Workshops hosted onsite in Sony's world-class film sound studios
Exhibition Space for the world's leading technology suppliers
Networking & Sponsorship Opportunities, from the opening night VIP Party to the Closing Night Reception and Special Screening
More information coming soon, but plan to be there!
For information on conference content, contact tkenny@nbmedia.com
For information on becoming a sponsor, contact jcrowley@nbmedia.com or tpreston@nbmedia.com. |
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| | SoundWorks Collection | The Sound and Music of 'Terrordactyl'
In this behind-the-scenes video Sound Supervisor, Re-Recording Mixer and Composer Matt Parra, Re-recording Mixer Dante Reynolds, and Dialog Editor and ADR Supervisor Sean Massey break down their work on the indie sci-fi film Terrordactyl. |
| | Top Stories | Cyndi Lauper & Tony Brown
Producer Tony Brown admits it hasn't been often in his vast career that he's popped one of the projects he's produced into his car stereo for mere listening pleasure. But that's exactly what he's been doing with the recent Cyndi Lauper project, Detour, which he not only enjoyed doing, but actually likes hearing upon completion.
DPA Microphones Announces New CEO
DPA Microphones in Alleroed, Denmark, announces that Kalle Hvidt Nielsen will become the company's new chief executive officer on September 1, 2016. At this time, Nielsen will succeed interim CEO, Thorsten Reuber, who has managed the company since January 25, 2016.
CRAS Open House Takes Place on July 16
The Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences (CRAS) will open the doors to its Gilbert, Ariz. campus (1205 N. Fiesta Blvd.) to prospective students, parents, and the media on Saturday, July 16, 2016, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On July 15, CRAS will welcome back multiple graduates to speak during a panel discussion entitled "Creating and Driving Your Own Business" for current students.
CAS Adds Outstanding Sound Mixing Category for Motion Picture—Documentary
Cinema Audio Society President Mark Ulano, CAS, announces an addition to the CAS Awards categories: "We are excited to announce that we are adding a new category for Outstanding Sound Mixing Motion Picture—Documentary."
Producer Paul Epworth Joins Mix With The Masters
Mix With The Masters (MTWM) welcomes producer Paul Epworth to its program. On August 9, 2016, Epworth will offer a special One-Day Production Seminar at The Church Studios in London, which is limited to 18 participants who must be MTWM members.
Orange County Production House Launches at Hybrid Studios
Hybrid Studios has launched a sister company, a music and video production company to assist clients who are in need of production services. |
| | Featured Products | BAE Audio G10 EQ Graphic EQ
BAE Audio announced that its new G10 equalizer is shipping in July. The unit, first unveiled at the 139th AES Convention, combines a punchy, transformer-based signal path with the versatile 10-band graphic EQ configuration and 2520-style discrete op-amps — making it ideal for tweaking drum or guitar sounds, or even processing an entire mix. It is available as a 500 series unit, further expanding BAE Audio's significant offerings in this popular and economical format.
Tascam iXR USB Audio Interface Optimized for iOS
Tascam in Montebello, Calif., announces its iXR USB Audio/MIDI interface with iOS connectivity ($259.99 MSRP/$159.99 street). The iXR iXR is bundled with Steinberg Cubase LE for Mac and Windows, as well as Cubasis LE for iOS, and connects to an iPhone or iPad via the standard iOS Lightning or 30-pin connector, without the need for special adapters or mini-plugs.
Audient iD4 Compact Audio Interface
Audient in Hampshire, England, announces its iD4 ($199 MAP) USB 2 bus-powered audio interface. iD4 operates at 24-bit/96 kHz and has one Audient console mic pre, A/D converters, a JFET DI, dual headphone outputs, console-style monitor control and Audient's virtual scroll wheel technology, ScrollControl, all housed in compact, ergonomic, solid steel and aluminium casing. |
| | New Sound Reinforcement Products | PreSonus AIR10, AIR12, AIR15 Loudspeakers
PreSonus in Baton Rouge, La., has introduced its compact, lightweight AIR active loudspeakers (prices TBA), which are designed to provide a rich, extended low-end and natural high-frequency extension. Backed by 1,200 watts (dynamic) of Class-D/Class-AB power and enhanced with digital tuning functions, AIR full-range systems are intended for both mobile and installed sound.
Bose Professional PowerShare Amplifiers
The new Bose PowerShare adaptable power amplifier line comprises three single-rackspace models: 2- and 4- channel fixed-install models (PS602 and PS604) and one 2-channel portable amplifier (PS602P). Each model delivers 600 watts of power that can be shared across all output channels. |
| | Live Sound News |
| | Announcements From Mix | Get Yourself Connected: Discover Cloud Collaboration for Pro Tools »
In this free on-demand Webinar, Mix Technical Editor Kevin Becka sits down with Tony Cariddi, Avid Marketing Director Audio, and Tim Carroll, VP of Audio Products, at Blackbird Studios in Nashville for an in-depth look at what may very well be the future of collaborative music creation and production. Watch now!
Sennheiser's 'Gear Up and Cash In' program, which runs until August 30, 2016, provides an upgrade path for wireless microphone users in light of spectrum reallocation. »
Third Annual Pensado Awards On Saturday, August 20, 2016 »
The third annual Pensado Awards will take place on Saturday, August 20, 2016, at Sony Pictures Studios, 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. A video production of the ceremony will follow and be posted on the Pensado's Place YouTube channel.
AES International Conference on Sound Field Control »
Taking place July 18–20 at the University of Surrey in Guildford, UK, this conference will present more than 30 papers on topics ranging from sound zones through higher-order ambisonics, mode matching and psychoacoustics, to sound field control theories, microphone arrays and transducer arrays.
The Sound Summit Toronto Takes Place On July 19 »
On Tuesday, July 19, 2016, DPA Microphones, Lectrosonics, Sound Devices, and K-Tek, will host The Sound Summit Toronto at The Church on the Queensway in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. |
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