News
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August 13, 2014
Featured Case Studies
Nevada Smith’s Sports Bar Recreates Realistic Stadium Sound with QSC
New York, NY (Aug 12, 2014) – Nevada Smith’s, a Manhattan mecca for fans of European soccer, contracted design-install firm AV/NY to install a high-tech, audio-visual system for its relocation to 100 Third Avenue, just a block north of its former 20-year home. The new multi-million-dollar megapub features QSC K Series active loudspeakers and AcousticDesign in-ceiling loudspeakers driven by RMXa Series amplifiers throughout, delivering larger-than-life audio quality experience to match the two massive projection screens and numerous flat-screen HD displays installed throughout the venue. “It was important for us to design a system that made Nevada Smith’s fans feel like they were right in the football stadium,” says Daryl Kral, a former Broadway sound engineer and owner of AV/NY. “During our initial meetings it was evident that Nevada Smith’s wanted to go big,…
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August 8, 2014
Software
PLD/CXD Firmware Release
As part of our ongoing research and development we are proud to announce the release of a new firmware version V1.4.5 which is available now from the QSC website to download and install via USB using the free the Amplifier Navigator software:(http://www.qsc.com/resources/software/amplifier-navigator/). The CXD/PLD has gained praise from users around the world for its versatility, power and sheer audio quality. Now we are taking the platform even further forward and are delighted to announce a number of improvements: NEW Intrinsic Correction loudspeaker tunings (AD-S6T, AD-S12sw, AC-C4T) Updated and enhanced Intrinsic Correction loudspeaker tunings (Wideline, ILA) New loudspeaker tunings for Martin Audio products. Our list of supported third party brands now includes: B52, Cerwin Vega, Classic Pro, EV, JBL, Martin Audio, Nexo, Peavey, and Yamaha (Note: All…
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August 1, 2014
Training & Events
TouchMix Training Series - 04 FX Wizard
If you are new to incorporating effects like reverb, chorus, delay, pitch correction and pitch change, this tutorial will shows you how to use the FX Wizard to utilize the TouchMix’s enormous amount of effects processing power in your next mix. https://youtu.be/VvzgrHA_NLE?list=UU670Uvwzkt0LxH0R_DLHIqg Visit the TouchMix microsite Visit the TouchMix product page
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July 17, 2014
Corporate
QSC Promotes Barry Ferrell
QSC Audio Products, LLC., is proud to announce the promotion of Barry Ferrell to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer. Barry Ferrell began his career at the company in 1990 as an Applications Engineer and was the first technical hire at the company in the sales and marketing department. In 2009, Barry assumed the leadership role of the Cinema Group at QSC, and was promoted to Vice President of Cinema in October 2012. Under Barry's leadership, QSC has become a leader in the global cinema market. Over his 23-year career at QSC, Barry has served as the product manager for every cinema product developed at QSC, including DCA amplifiers, DCM crossover/monitors, DCS loudspeakers, and the DCP line of Digital Cinema Processors. In addition, Barry has had significant input in the development of other major products in the Installation markets. …
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July 15, 2014
Training & Events
Line Array Technologies Seminar
The following video is a Line Array Technologies Seminar held during the QSC Meyer Marketing Audio Expo at Full Sail University. https://youtu.be/CkmSGSJv4Rk
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July 14, 2014
Training & Events
Loudspeaker Technologies and Innovations Seminar
The following video is a Loudspeaker Technologies and Innovations Seminar held during the QSC Meyer Marketing Audio Expo at Full Sail University. https://youtu.be/bHTAAcZPyzk
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July 11, 2014
Training & Events
Advanced Amplifier Technologies Seminar
The following is a seminar on Advanced Amplifier Technologies featuring PLD/CXD/CXD-Q processing amplifiers at the QSC Meyer Marketing Audio Expo held at Full Sail University. https://youtu.be/wyK0JbkfzaU For more information click on the links below: PLD Series Processing Amplifiers CXD Series Processing Amplifiers CXD-Q Series Processing Amplifiers
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July 9, 2014
Training & Events
TouchMix Training Series - 03 Preset Libraries and Mixer Scenes
The following is the third installment of the TouchMix Training Series covering the comprehensive library of Presets and Mixer Scenes available in the TouchMix-8 and TouchMix-16 compact digital mixers. https://youtu.be/VwBE2KWYA1g Visit the TouchMix microsite for more information on TouchMix.
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June 26, 2014
Products & Solutions
QSC WideLine-10 System Constantly Out On Hire In Chennai
Chennai, India, June 2014 — AV Express, an audio-visual equipment hire company based in Chennai in India, recently added a QSC WideLine-10 system to their sound reinforcement inventory comprised of 16 three-way WL2102-w modules with six GP218-sw subwoofers. For a decade, AV Express on India's East coast, has been one of the city's premier audio-visual events hire companies, handling audio, video and lighting for everything from live bands and DJ sets to corporate shows. "When we were looking for a new system to upgrade our existing audio inventory, we would not compromise," comments Mr Murugesh, one of AV Express's principal partners. "We had a lot to choose from, but only the QSC WideLine system matched our parameters of quality and performance. Plus, QSC’s representative, Pro Visual Audio, walked us through the entire operation and workflow of the system during our…
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June 19, 2014
Products & Solutions
Cordoba Guitars and K Series Loudspeakers
Cordoba Guitars Product Specialist Brandon Schmidt discusses how Cordoba Guitars use the K12 and KSub in their show rooms and at trade shows to demonstrate their pick up systems in their guitars. https://youtu.be/3pUcyfMP1Tk Visit Cordoba Guitars Website.
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June 18, 2014
Products & Solutions
QSC Introduces New Loudspeaker Models
INFOCOMM 2014, LAS VEGAS (June 18, 2014) — QSC Audio Products, LLC is pleased to announce the addition of three new loudspeaker models designed for fixed installation applications. The new AD-S6T and AD-S112sw surface-mount loudspeakers are additions to the popular AcousticDesign Series, while the new AC-C4T (part of the upcoming AcousticCoverage loudspeaker line) offers integrators a cost-effective, in-ceiling loudspeaker solution that is ideal for voice paging and light background music applications. “Today’s integrator is looking for a single solution system including loudspeakers and these new additions to the QSC loudspeaker lineup helps fulfill that growing need,” says Travis Nie, QSC Product Manager – Install Loudspeakers. “With the continuously growing acceptance of the Q-SYS platform and PLD/CXD amplifiers both of which feature Intrinsic Correction™…
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June 18, 2014
Products & Solutions
QSC Unveils New Interactive Catalog
INFOCOMM 2014, LAS VEGAS (June 18, 2014) — QSC is pleased to introduce its new full-line Pro and Systems Product Catalog Application, designed for use on tablet computer platforms. A companion to the product pocket guides introduced earlier this year, this new interactive app allows users the ability to browse the entire QSC product portfolio and get detailed product information including descriptions, key features, specifications and images. When connected to a WiFi hot spot, users can also link out to additional product information on the QSC website as well as, the QSC YouTube webpage (www.youtube.com/user/qscaudioproducts) where they will find a variety of product informational and educational videos. “One of the best things about the new app is our ability to provide users with up to date product information in a manner that is simply unavailable in a printed…
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June 18, 2014
Featured Case Studies
19th Century Connecticut Castle Modernizes with New QSC Audio System
Branford, CT (June 17, 2014) — Bill Miller’s Castle, a sumptuous, 24-acre wedding, corporate meeting and special events facility located east of New Haven on Connecticut’s central shoreline, recently completed a major upgrade to its installed sound system. Design and integration of the venue’s new multipurpose sound system was provided by KJR Engineering of Middletown, Ct and features 38 AcousticDesign™ and AcousticPerformance™ loudspeakers installed in 23 zones powered by CXD and CX amplifiers, all controlled by a Q-SYS™ Core 250i network audio system. Built in 1880 and maintained by the Millers—a family of renowned gymnasts, acrobats and dancers—since the early 1960s, this picturesque building was initially converted into gymnastics and dance studio before becoming what was then the first discotheque in Connecticut, the “Sugar Shack.” The present-day Bill Miller’s…
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June 16, 2014
Products & Solutions
New Immersive Surround Loudspeaker
QSC Audio Products is pleased to introduce the newest member of the SR Series surround loudspeaker family, the SR-1290. In response to new audio requirements created by immersive sound formats, the SR-1290 offers high power output, more flexible mounting options, and outstanding sonic performance in a stylish, cost-effective, compact loudspeaker enclosure. “The growing interest in object-based audio and so-called ‘immersive sound’ formats presents some new challenges to both the theatre owner and the sound system designer,” says Barry Ferrell, Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer and Business Unit Manager for QSC’s Cinema Group. “A properly configured system requires many more surround loudspeakers and amplifier channels, which can mean a significantly higher cost compared to a 5.1 or 7.1 system. The loudspeakers must be capable of producing higher output,…
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June 12, 2014
Corporate
QSC Infocomm 2014 Preview
QSC will be exhibiting at INFOCOMM 2014 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in booth #C9917, June 18 through June 20, 2014. If you are coming to INFOCOMM, please stop by the QSC booth and check out new products and announcements. Here’s a quick preview: Transportation – Come see how Q-SYS, in conjunction with our passenger video and audio messaging partner SimpleWay, can be leveraged in Airports, Train and Light Rail stations and systems, Ferry and Cruise terminals. In addition to the advances Q-SYS has made into the passenger terminal market, at this interactive station, attendees can also check out the new Core-to-Core paging feature in the new Q-SYS Designer 4.0 software. Hospitality – SVSi’s Networked AV technology is one of the most proven and cost-effective solutions for video over IP on the market today. Infocomm attendees can see first-hand the power and…
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June 12, 2014
Featured Case Studies
EightyTwo Lounge Opens with an All QSC Sound System
Los Angeles, CA, (June 11, 2014) — QSC K Series and AcousticDesign™ Series loudspeakers are delivering tunes to the gamers at EightyTwo, a new 4,000-square-foot classic video arcade and pinball bar that recently opened in L.A.’s Downtown Arts District. EightyTwo—a reference to 1982, the peak year of the golden age of arcade games—features a DJ, a dance floor and video games in one room with pinball machines in another room, with the sound system controlled by a Q-SYS™ Core 250i integrated platform. EightyTwo features more than 40 period arcade games from the 1980’s, such as Donkey Kong, Ms. Pac-Man, and Space Invaders from the personal collection of Scott Davids, who co-owns the venue with Noah Sutcliffe. Across the 1,700-sq.-ft. outdoor patio is a roomful of vintage pinball machines supplied by “Pinball Molly” Atkinson, owner of the Pins and Needles arcade in Echo…
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June 11, 2014
Training & Events
TouchMix Training Series - 02 Simple vs Advanced Mode
In the second installment of the TouchMix Video Training Series, Simple and Advanced operational modes for the TouchMix compact digital mixer are explained. Viewers get a high level overview of both modes, learning the advantages of each and how both modes can be used simultaneously for the ultimate professional audio mixing experience. In Simple mode, limited access to controls and parameters facilitates the less experienced user’s mixing proficiency, while Advanced mode offers seasoned professional complete control over all available parameters. https://youtu.be/l71rS6tSrQE For complete TouchMix details including FAQ, specifications, images and more, visit the TouchMix Microsite
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June 6, 2014
Products & Solutions
All in Day’s Work at Don Audio
Located in central Long Island, NY, Don Audio began with local bands in bars and backyard parties and expanded to managing production at corporate events as well as, multiple stages at local festivals with national acts. We have a strong bond with local talents and promoters and are locally known as a small company that can get the big job done. Our current inventory of QSC products consists of: HPR153i, HPR181i, HPR122i, I-282H, KSub loudspeakers and RMX2450, RMX850, PL340, PL380 amplifiers to support passive enclosures. We typically use stacks of HPR153i with HPR181i subwoofers for our front of house system with HPR122i's as monitors. The size of the area we need to cover determines how many stacks we use. We can also deploy a set of HPR153i's behind the control booth as delay loudspeakers for larger outdoor festivals or events. I-282H's act as stage fills on…
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June 2, 2014
Products & Solutions
Sound Off: Kramer Events and K Series
This is the first of the new video series from QSC called, "Sound Off." In this video series QSC users explain why they chose QSC and how they use their QSC gear. Kramer Events is an event production company located in San Luis Obispo, CA specializing in weddings and private parties. Kramer Events produces over four hundred events per year and has chosen QSC to be their preferred speakers for all of their events. Check out the video to learn more about Kramer Events and why they rely on QSC. https://youtu.be/NOA_UgOXXcI Visit Kramer Events online Watch more videos at QSC.com
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May 29, 2014
Corporate
QSC Strengthens its Sales Team in the U.S. with New Appointments
Costa Mesa, CA (May 28, 2014) – QSC is pleased to announce that it has strengthened its Systems sales team with the appointment of Mike DeFreece and Frank West. Mike DeFreece has been named Director of Sales for the Eastern Region while Frank West has been named Director of Sales for the Central Region, joining Director of Western Regional Sales Ray Biba in the company’s Systems business unit. “I am thrilled to have Mike DeFreece and Frank West join the QSC Systems Team,” says Joe Pham, QSC President and CEO. “Mike and Frank each have in-depth experience of the marketplace as well as track records of providing customers with outstanding solutions and service. I am very excited about what they will bring to our customers and to QSC.” DeFreece brings more than 20 years of industry experience to his new role at QSC. Most recently, DeFreece served as the Southeast…