Phonics 550SP Bundle Phonic announced bundle deals for the holiday season; the first is the 550SP Pack, which features 800 Watts, 14 inputs, eight mic preamps, 3-band EQ, 16 digital effects with parameter control and more. For $949.99, the 550SP pack includes two PA550 molded speakers, MU1822X, two speaker stands and a carry bag. MORE

DiGiCo D5 Live Software Version 3
DiGiCo announced the launch of its latest software upgrade, Version 3, for the D5 Live digital mixing system. The software's new version includes a number of additional features, and an upgrade is available for free if you are an existing D5 Live owner. Features include comprehensive control over console and rack connections, enhanced system redundancy, revised Optocore™ firmware, enhanced networking and remote control (D5-RC or laptop PCs), increased snapshot features and more. MORE

Shure PGX Wireless Systems Now Shipping Shure is now shipping its PGX Performance Gear Wireless systems, which offers eight configuration: four types each of handheld and bodypack systems. MORE

Sony SRP-X500P Digital Powered Mixer
Sony has added the SRP-X500P digital powered mixer to its SRP multipurpose audio mixer family (which also includes the SRP-X100 and the SRP-X700P models). Debuting in February 2005, the SRP-X500P mixer packs a host of audio and video interconnectivity into its lightweight, compact 3U size. The digital powered mixer combines an extensive array of system control options for small to mid-sized conference rooms, corporate boardrooms, classrooms and houses of worship. Flexible, expandable and configured with an easy-to-use front panel layout, this unit can facilitate operation of compatible Sony VCRs, DVD players, CD players, MiniDisc™ recorders and projectors. MORE

RCF's MOVE 100 P.A. System
RCF developed the MOVE 100 system for use in education and AV markets, as well as houses of worship and outdoor sports events. The system allows you to produce speech and music where AC mains are not available or where to lay AC and mic cables could interfere with or affect the performance. Both models have built-in wireless microphone receivers, a single-antenna VHF on MOVE 100-V or a more sophisticated UHF multichannel diversity device on MOVE 100-U. MORE

Moving Records Allies With Immediatek's DiscLive
Immediatek announced that it has formed a strategic alliance with Moving Records (Minneapolis), combining the duplication and automation capabilities of DiscLive with the mobile audio engineering delivery of Moving Records. MORE

$55 Million Renovation at East Carolina University Includes Bag End
East Carolina University recently completed its new $55 million Science and Technology building on the school's Greenville, N.C., campus. Assigned the task of creating the audio/visual system for the new building was Pittsburgh-based The Sextant Group Inc., a national consulting and design firm that specializes in high-tech environments. MORE

Northern California-Based Fault Line Reps Architectural Acoustics, MediaMatrix
Fault Line, a Berkeley, Calif.-based professional audio manufacturers' rep firm, has signed on to represent Architectural Acoustics and MediaMatrix, two systems integrator manufacturers located in Northern California. MORE

Audio-Technica Announces Market Manager Steve Savanyu
Audio-Technica U.S. promoted Steve Savanyu to market manager, installed sound, broadcast and theater. In his new position, Savanyu will explore current market dynamics and trends to develop strategies for promoting both brand recognition and loyalty. He will also work closely with A-T's marketing, sales, engineering and product support teams to meet demands from contractors, consultants and end-users. MORE