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This article from Screen Trade magazine describes the "three legs" of cinema sound that define the quality of sound experienced by your customers.

At ShowEast 2015, QSC introduced the latest in its line of compact, space-saving subwoofers. The new QSC SB-2180 subwoofer is the thinnest dual 18 inch subwoofer on the market.  Each driver is loaded into its own internal chamber. An ingenious folded port design minimizes cabinet depth, yet still provides full port volume.  The port also acts as internal bracing, creating a stiffer, less resonant cabinet. All of this allows the enclosure to be at least 20% thinner than any other dual 18” subwoofer you can buy, occupying up to 40% less floor space in your theatre.  In a multi-theatre complex, that extra square footage translates into more revenue-generating seating or concession space.  And, you can stack four on a shipping pallet, significantly reducing freight costs. “Conventional thinking says that subwoofers must be large, refrigerator-sized enclosures,” says Barry…

”AV/IT Convergence” is a popular phrase right now. There is no question that it’s happening, but it’s important to know where we are in the process. Sometimes it feels as though IT folks view those of us in the AV industry as the newly born, already annoying baby brother. We were excited to be born into the IT world, but we are still struggling to learn how to speak, get around, communicate, and play in this space. Here’s how you, together with QSC, can adapt and grow… There are two schools of thought in the AV world right now: traditional and network-based AV systems. There is a time and a place for each type of system…for now. We must accept that a network-based AV system is more representative of the future than that of a traditional system—especially if our industry wants to grow into a mature member of the IT family. Here are the differences between the two…

Let’s be honest, there are a million ways one could describe AV and IT integration.  It’s true that in this day and age, we can now control just about every device via the network, make our phone calls via the network, and route our audio and video using the network (and only a few projects thus far truly accomplish all three).  So what does “AV/IT convergence really mean?  Most answers will land around IT infrastructure simply meaning “the network”. Truth is, that’s not at all what it means. It’s so much more than the network. So, let’s start with a definition—the way IT defines it. The term IT infrastructure is defined in a standard called Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v3 which is a combined set of hardware, software, networks, facilities, systems, etc. (including all of the information technology), in order to develop, test, deliver,…

October 12, 2015 - QSC is pleased to announce the addition of two new models to the popular AcousticPerformance loudspeaker series.  Consisting of a multipurpose 12" coaxial loudspeaker and a dual 12" subwoofer, these additions expand the AcousticPerformance series with high versatility and performance in mind. “Install loudspeakers are often required to perform multiple tasks”, says Travis Nie, QSC Product Manager – Install Loudspeakers.  “Having a product solution that can effectively meet these demands of different applications is invaluable. The new additions to the AcousticPerformance Series offer versatility without compromise.  In addition, when you combine these new loudspeaker with the QSC PLD4.2 or CXD4.2 processing amplifiers, you create a very formidable yet cost effective package”. The new AP-4122m is a 12-inch two-way coaxial system with 40 and 60…

QSC is pleased to announce the release of the first in a series of Application Guides for the TouchMix compact digital mixer. The TouchMix Application Guide for Musicians and Bands presents typical TouchMix applications, set ups, diagrams, features and functions used by gigging bands and musicians.

QSC Releases New TouchMix Control Android App TouchMix now controllable by virtually any wireless tablet or smart-phone device QSC is pleased to announce the release of TouchMix Control Android App for Android-based tablets and smart-phones. Like its iOS predecessor, the Android app offers users comprehensive control of the TouchMix digital mixer, effectively replicating the on-mixer touch screen interface. The full compliment of features is available to tablet device users on both platforms. On Android smart-phones or Apple iPhone and iPod Touch devices, the TouchMix Control App operates as a compact, personal stage monitor AUX mixing solution. Up to twelve external devices comprising any combination of Android or Apple iOS smart-phones or tablets may be connected at once to a TouchMix mixer. In multiple wireless device operation, the TouchMix operator may allow or…

Important Reminder: Update firmware on DPA Series amplifiers and Q-SYS Cores DPA and DPA-Q Series amplifiers are a revolutionary advancement in amplifier technology.  As with any software-controlled electronics, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you regularly check for the latest version software and firmware.  This will ensure that you have access to the latest features and that any “bugs” or other operational irregularities are resolved before they become problematic.   For DPA Series Amplifiers There are two software tools for updating DPA amplifiers: Amplifier Navigator and Amp Restore Utility.  Amplifier Navigator updates the amplifier’s firmware to the current firmware version and preserves all user-defined presets (50 in total). Amp Restore Utility will restore the firmware image to factory default.  That means all user-defined presets (50 in total) are…

QSC Headquarters, Costa Mesa, CA —QSC, a leading manufacturer of digital signal processing, networked signal transport, audio/video control systems, power amplifiers, and loudspeaker products for nearly five decades, is pleased to announce the new TSC-7t PoE Tabletop Touchscreen.  The TSC-7t Tabletop Touchscreen can be used on any Q-SYS™ networked audio solution, including the new Core 110f. The TSC-7t functions as an elegant telephone dialer and can additionally be used to control a myriad of third-party devices prevalent in boardrooms and meeting rooms—via the Core (no additional control processor box required). Additionally, the TSC-7t meets a common BYOD (bring your own device) audio need. When meeting participants run UC or web conferencing applications on their own devices, they can easily connect the 2-way audio from that device to the Q-SYS system using the…

QSC Headquarters, Costa Mesa, CA — QSC, a leading manufacturer of signal processing, digital signal transport, computer control systems, power amplifiers, and loudspeaker products for nearly five decades, is pleased to introduce its SPA Amplifier Series. QSC has developed a powerful yet affordable amplifier series to meet the audio amplification needs in boardrooms, conference rooms, and other corporate spaces where multiple speakers are in use. "We are pleased to answer requests from our loyal customers for an amplifier solution that brings the power and sensation of our live-event amplifiers into the boardroom," said Joe Pham, President and CEO. “Our SPA Amplifier Series is Energy Star compliant and offers flexibility to integrators with two amplifier solutions.  The SPA2-60 offers two channels of Low-Z output into 4Ω or 8Ωs, but it can be bridged to provide 70V or…

Costa Mesa, CA, (May 19, 2015)- QSC is pleased to announce a new firmware upgrade for the TouchMix-8 and TouchMix-16 digital mixers. TouchMix mixers have received critical acclaim for their sound quality, ease of use, and impressive results from experienced professionals and audio novices alike. The 2.1 firmware release retains all the features and performance and includes critical updates that will improve mixer stability while providing significant, powerful new capabilities. “We are strongly urging every TouchMix user to upgrade to 2.1,” says Vice President, Professional Product Development, Gerry Tschetter. “This release not only offers improved stability but adds a few new features as well including support for MIDI-over-USB footswitches.” Among the new features, one that will be of special interest around the world, is the new multi-language Info system. The…

Costa Mesa, CA (May 18, 2015) - QSC is pleased to announce the release of the new “Rent It Today” program connecting customers with participating QSC rental companies. The “Rent It Today” program link allows visitors at QSC.com to easily and quickly find participating dealer rental locations that rent QSC products including TouchMix compact digital mixers, K, KW and KLA powered loudspeakers and more for portable live sound applications. A “Rent It Today” button appears on portable live sound product pages (mixers, loudspeakers, and amplifiers) and when clicked, lists rental locations by geographic proximity to the user. The “Rent It Today” program is the third component (along with “Buy It Now” and “Hear It Today”) of a direct referral partnership between QSC and the company’s resellers and rental channel partners. “There are many people who would like to try a QSC…

Sound mixer and playback operator Erik Clabeaux uses QSC K10 Powered Loudspeakers for film, television, music videos, as well as a keyboard monitor for his band.  Erik Clabeaux is a two-time Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated production sound mixer. He is also a CMT Award-winning playback operator for TV, feature films and music videos. In addition, Erik plays keyboards, soundscapes, electronic drums and vocals in the songwriting group, Ejj (pronounced “edge”). Erik uses a pair of K10 powered loudspeakers for sound reinforcement playback for music performance scenes in music video shoots, and also as keyboard monitors with Ejj. Erik has used his K10’s on music videos for Kanye West, Lady Antebellum, Fitz & the Tantrums, and many others. “My two K10’s can easily cover sound reinforcement for music video shoots with over 100 people in the scene. It’s amazing how…

Video Interview: Two-time Grammy nominee and former lead singer of Tower of Power Larry Braggs talk about his experience using the TouchMix compact digital mixer with his band. https://youtu.be/N_VwyCFhAaI Visit Larry Braggs Website

NAMM 2015 Highlights - Bob Malone Here's an excerpt from an interview with keyboardist Bob Malone during the 2015 Winter NAMM show talking about why he uses QSC K12 powered loudspeakers with his keyboard rig on stage. https://youtu.be/KwtjOe3gJxM Visit the Bob Malone Website

Amplifier Navigator 2.0 enables computer (Mac and PC) control and monitoring of DPA* amplifiers and provides a mechanism for on-line and off-line creation, editing and storing of Presets and Loudspeaker files.  With Amplifier Navigator software, you can remotely control and monitor all functions of connected DPA amplifiers, including channel configuration, crossover and EQ filter setup, limiter adjustment, and temperature, voltage, and current history. It also provides a mechanism to create, store, and recall Presets and Loudspeaker Profiles to and from the PC or Mac.  Preset and Loudspeaker Profile Libraries can also be downloaded/uploaded to connected amplifiers, enabling "cloning" amplifiers for multi-function racks with duplicate amps.  Amplifier Navigator V2.0 also provides firmware management - if you connect one or more amplifiers to a computer running Amp…

Costa Mesa, CA (February 26, 2015) - QSC is pleased to announce the addition of new loudspeaker models to their AcousticDesign™ and AcousticCoverage™ series loudspeaker product lines.  The AD-S4T is the latest addition to their popular AcousticDesign small format, loudspeaker line while the recently introduced and cost-effective AcousticCoverage line adds the AC-C6T in-ceiling loudspeaker and two surface mount models, the AC-S4T and AC-S6T. “Large distributed audio applications are often budget sensitive however, scale and economy does not have to imply poor system performance,” says Travis Nie, QSC Product Manager – Install Loudspeakers. “Designed to provide exceptional value as stand-alone products, both AcousticDesign and  AcousticCoverage loudspeakers exceed expectations when QSC Intrinsic Correction™ tunings are automatically applied whenever Q-SYS™ processors or…

 Costa Mesa, CA - QSC is announcing a firmware upgrade for its TouchMix™ line of compact digital mixers. TouchMix version 2.0 firmware offers added functionality including support for password protected, multi-level security access, expanded Wi-Fi options (including wired connection to an infrastructure router) and programmability of User Buttons. In addition, the TouchMix iOS app has been expanded to include a personal monitor mix application for both iPhone and iPod Touch devices and allows TouchMix operators the ability to limit access of connected external devices to one or combination of mix busses. The company also pleased to announce the TouchMix-8 mixer with its smaller channel count is now shipping.  “We’re extremely pleased with how well the market has responded to TouchMix” says QSC VP of Professional Product Development Gerry Tschetter. “We set out to give…

Nowadays, all integrators (and manufacturer, for that matter) desire to offer their customers platform interoperability between the various system components they install and support.  David Fuller,Sr. Director of New Product Development,  says “Unfortunately the prevailing perception within the industry is that ‘proprietary’ systems are closed for interoperation with other protocols and technologies.  This is simply not the case.” QSC’s Q-SYS™ Platform was designed to follow prevailing IT standards and function with off-the-shelf, non-proprietary Ethernet switches. Its network protocol, Q-LAN, transports audio using the same layer 3 networking protocols that IT professionals worldwide already understand and support with all their other TCP/IP networked based systems.  In addition, it also offers discovery, monitoring, real-time diagnostics and control of the entire…