Harman HiQnet System Architect Version 1.2
Version 1.2 of HiQnet System Architect™ configuration and control software for HiQnet audio systems adds support for new products from JBL Professional, Crown International and dbx, as well as new functionality including Device folders for better workflow and Proxy Support, enabling enhanced remote connectivity and control. MORE

Martin Audio W8L Longbow
Since the launch of the W8L, Martin Audio has developed a patent-pending technology that provides an exceptional degree of control over the curvature of the high-frequency vertical wavefront. Research has shown that even very long-throw systems benefit from a small, but specific amount of wavefront curvature. MORE

Meyer Sound Constellation
Meyer Sound's Constellation™ electroacoustic architecture is a complete package of equipment and services that gives venues the flexibility to alter their acoustics instantly and accommodate a variety of events and source material while remaining virtually invisible to the eye. MORE

Peavey EASE Focus for Versarray
Peavey has partnered with Software Design Ahnert GmbH to offer its EASE Focus acoustic simulation software free of charge to users of the new Peavey Versarray line array system. MORE

WorxAudio Technologies TL.118SS, UltraMax M1-P
The TL.118SS sub-bass system is available in both powered ($5,960) and non-powered ($3,560_ versions, and features WorxAudio's TL1801SS 18-inch low-frequency transducer. MORE

TECnology Hall of Fame
Set your time machine (analog, of course) waaaay back and enjoy this magic carpet ride through the annals of audio. MORE.

Remix Hotel TV
Remix Hotel TV is now featuring Part Two of its video of the Producers' Technology Lounge at Remix Hotel Atlanta. In Production Techniques From the Pros, producer Hank Shocklee, founder of Public Enemy and president of Shocklee Entertainment, moderates a panel featuring Chuck D, Diamond D, Lroc, N.O.ID, Chuckey Charles, Manuel Seal and Isaac Hayes III (aka Ike Dirty), who discuss the gear and technology they use, studio setups, favorite techniques and experiences in the studio working with artists. Also, be sure to check out DJ Roody G's demo of the Pioneer DVJ-1000 DVD turntable and DJ Lars' demo of the Pioneer DJM-88 DJ mixer.

LDI 2006
LDI 2006, the entertainment technology industry's largest annual U.S. tradeshow and conference, will take place October 16-22, 2006, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. For more information, visit www.ldishow.com.

Benedum Center Relies on Northern Sound & Light
The 2,800-seat Benedum Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Pittsburgh is a historic theater that hosts more than half-a-million visitors a year. The center recently hosted the Broadway tour of The Pretenders, with house sound engineer Chris Evans providing turnkey solutions for stage monitors and at front of house. MORE

EAR Foundation Supports Austin City Limits
The EAR Foundation was the official hearing protection provider for this year's Austin City Limits Music Festival, held September 15 to 17, 2006, in Zilker Park in Austin. The three-day festival showcased 180 bands on eight different stages, and the EAR Foundation provided hearing protection from Howard Leight, one of the largest manufacturers of in-ear hearing protection in the United States. MORE

Maryland Sound Brings in More JBL
Celebrating its 40th year in business, Maryland Sound International (MSI) recently purchased an additional 36 JBL VerTec VT4888DP-AN midsize powered line array loudspeakers. MSI was one of the first top-tier rental companies to adopt JBL VerTec systems, and is now one of the world's largest owners. MORE

Sennheiser for Shakespeare
Boston's annual Free Shakespeare on the Common showcased Taming of the Shrew, whose production relied on an array of Sennheiser wireless microphone systems. MORE

TC Electronic M350 Now Shipping
Now shipping, TC Electronic's M350 ($249) Effect|Reverb dual-engine 1RU processor combines 15 brand-new TC-quality reverbs with 15 multi-effects, including delay, modulation and compression. MORE

Chicks Rock With VENUE
The Dixie Chicks hit the road again this summer in support of their seventh album, Taking the Long Way. Because of the complex audio requirements for the tour, Dixie Chicks front-of-house engineer Fern Alvarez went with Digidesign's VENUE live sound environment for all his mixing needs. Working closely with Digidesign product specialists Steve McCale and Jeff Priepot, Alvarez configured a multiple-VENUE rig with one system at FOH and two systems for monitoring (each VENUE system comprises one main console and two sidecars). MORE

Sennheiser Wireless for Blige
Traveling with a five-piece band and three background singers, Mary J. Blige's Breakthrough Experience Tour is outfitted with Sennheiser and Neumann wireless equipment, including microphones and G2 personal monitor systems, as well as antenna combiners. MORE