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Over the course of the last year we've traveled to all the big gear-related trade shows and been privy to an insider's view of several truckloads worth of hot, NEW live sound equipment. While the following is a hand-picked showcase of all that's come out in the last year, this is just the start! Please call us at 1-800-222-4700 with any live sound questions you might have.

· Allen & Heath GL2400-24 Live Console
· TAPCO Mix.120 Compact Mixer
· Peavey PV 20 USB Mixer
· Soundcraft EPM12 Compact Mixer
· Peavey PR 15P NEO Powered Loudspeaker
· Roland SA-300 Stereo PA System
· Peavey Escort Portable PA System
· Peavey Sanctuary Series SSE 15 Loudspeaker
· TC Helicon VoiceSolo VSM-300 Active Voice Monitor
· Alesis TransActive 50 Amplifier/Mixer
· beyerdynamic Opus 99 Kick Drum Mic
· Audio-Technica PRO 61 Hypercardioid Dynamic Mic
· Shure Beta 98 D/S Condenser Drum Mic
· Shure Beta 87C Cardioid Condenser Mic
· Peavey CS 4000 Stereo Power Amp
· Crown XTi 2000 Stereo Power Amp

Allen & Heath GL2400-24 Live Console

Whether it's running FOH, monitors, or both, recording live or in the studio, installed in a busy conference center or house of worship, or out on the road touring, the new Allen & Heath GL2400 provides the perfect solution. This 4-bus, 6-aux console adds a host of new features including a 7 x 4 matrix with innovative mic crosspatching, pluggable option jumpers, XLR lamp sockets and Sys-Link V2 expandability. Performance is top-flight with the latest extended headroom preamp design, responsive 4-band EQ, and a new ultra-quiet mix head amp. The stylish new design uses individual nutted pot cards in a rugged, all-steel small footprint chassis, ideal for flightcasing or the space-limited venue.

Allen & Heath GL2400-24 Live Console Features:

  • Four audio groups with pan control
  • Six auxiliary sends with per-channel pre/post fader switching
  • Two stereo channels each with mic and dual stereo line inputs
  • 7x4 matrix
  • Proper dual functionality for FOH and/or monitor mixing
  • Recording capable with channel direct outputs
  • Stereo channel line inputs can be independently routed to L/R
  • Responsive 4-band, 2-sweep EQ
  • 100Hz channel high-pass filters
  • Individual phantom power and polarity switching
  • Dedicated Channel, Master and stereo Monitor meters
  • Internal jumper plugs for pre/post-EQ aux, direct out and other options
  • Mutes, meters and AFL on all fader masters
  • Assignable talkback
  • Headphones and local monitor outputs
  • Electronically balanced XLR outputs with +26dBu drive capability
  • Preamp +34dBu maximum input capability for mic or line
  • Ultra low-noise mix head amp design
  • Metal jacks, gold-plated XLRs, sealed pots and switches
  • Individual circuit card assembly with nutted pots
 

TAPCO Mix.120 Compact Mixer

The TAPCO Mix Series represents an outstanding value in cost-effective, entry-level small-format mixers for musicians, entry-level engineers, educational institutions, and hobbyists. With a feature set that makes sense and an intuitive layout that gives easy access to all controls, educators will especially appreciate the Kensington security lock — they’re great for dorms, desktops or music labs. The Mix.120 is the 12-channel version of this versatile mixer.

TAPCO Mix.120 Compact Mixer Features:

  • 4 mono mic/line inputs
  • 4 stereo line inputs
  • 2 stereo aux returns
  • Main outputs
  • Control room outputs
  • Headphone outputs
  • Tape input/output
  • 1 aux send
  • Competitively priced for entry-level and educational users
  • Ultra-portable compact design fits almost anywhere
  • Rugged metal chassis
  • Intuitive layout gives access to all controls
  • Kensington Security Lock keeps mixer secure
 

Peavey PV 20 USB Mixer

The PV 20 USB features built-in DSP effects with multiple reverbs and delays, a vocal enhancer, and much more, while a USB port allows direct connection to a USB-equipped computer for recording from the mixer or playing back digital audio (compatible with Windows XP, ME, and 2000). It also includes pre-fader monitor sends, post-fader effects send, inserts on all channels, and dual switchable line inputs on the two stereo channels. All PV Series mixers include Peavey's Tape to Control Room and Tape to Mix assigns, which allow the operator to monitor an external stereo signal without using any of the mixer's channels. In addition, the PV 20's Control Room output sends a stereo master output signal to an external source for monitoring. Phantom power, effects send and a contour switch are also standard on all models.

Peavey PV 20 USB Mixer Features:

  • USB port to connect to a computer for recording or playing back digital audio to/from computer
  • Built-in DSP effects processor
  • 16 RQ (reference quality) low-noise microphone inputs with insert points
  • Channels 17/18 and 19/20 with dual switchable stereo line inputs
  • 3-band EQ on all channels
  • LED clip, signal, mute indication
  • One pre-fader monitor send and one post-fader effects send
  • Control room output
  • Global 48-volt phantom power, tape to control room and tape to mix assignments
  • Stereo outputs with balanced 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors
  • Rugged console design
  • Universal switching power supply
 

Soundcraft EPM12 Compact Mixer

Looking for a simple, easy-to-use mixer that delivers an exceptional audio performance? For recording, live, install, or broadcast use try the Soundcraft EPM 12. The emphasis with the EPM Series is very firmly on quality audio performance, with an easy-to-understand control surface uncluttered by unnecessary features. The EPM 12 features Soundcraft's premium GB30 mic preamp (as used on their large-format desks) to provide high headroom and precision control of mic signals.

Soundcraft EPM12 Compact Mixer Features:

  • 12 mic/line inputs plus two stereo line ins
  • Two configurable auxiliary buses
  • XLR and 1/4" metal jack connector sockets
  • RCA phono stereo playback inputs and record outputs
  • 3-band EQ with a swept mid on mono inputs
  • 2-band EQ on stereo inputs
  • TRS insert sockets and inserts on all mono inputs and mix output
  • 10-segment LED output metering
  • Intuitive and comprehensive solo system
  • Headphone output
  • Easily rackmountable
 

Peavey PR 15P NEO Powered Loudspeaker

The PR series delivers superior sound quality by utilizing advanced materials, like its lightweight, roadworthy molded polypropylene exterior and neodymium magnets. The PR 15P NEO is a two-way speaker system that is lightweight yet rugged for live music or speech applications and with bi-amplified powered system with 270 watts total peak dynamic power. It utilizes a heavy-duty 15" woofer with a 2-3/8" voice coil and an RX14 1.4" titanium diaphragm compression driver coupled to a constant directivity horn. Its durable injection molded enclosure features a black powder-coated steel grille that provides driver protection and a professional appearance. This system can be used on the floor, pole mounted, or flown via top and bottom flying inserts. Connections are made via two 1/4" phone jacks connected in parallel to accommodate daisy-chaining.

Peavey PR 15P NEO Powered Loudspeaker Features:

  • Two-way sound reinforcement enclosure
  • 270-watts total peak dynamic power
  • One 15" premium, 2-3/8" voice coil woofer
  • RX14 compression driver with 1.4" titanium diaphragm
  • 90 x 40 constant directivity horn
  • Tweeter protection
  • Heavy-duty crossover
  • Built-in 3-channel mixer with individual level controls
  • Lightweight molded polypropylene enclosure
  • Molded-in pole mount system
  • Heavy-duty metal grille
 

Roland SA-300 Stereo PA System

Hey, singers and gigging musicians - the versatile Roland SA-300 Stage Amplifier portable PA system is built to handle any type of audio source you plug into it: microphones, rhythm machines, keyboards, CD players, you name it! It offers full-range, high-quality stereo 2.1-channel sound, sturdy construction, built-in effects, advanced anti-feedback control, 2-piece transportability, loads of I/O options, and more. The Roland SA-300 is a traveling musician's dream!

Roland SA-300 Stereo PA System Features

  • 4-channel portable stereo PA system
  • Lightweight and easy to carry
  • Powerful 350-watt (75 watts per side + 200 watts woofer) amplifier
  • Advanced anti-feedback function
  • Separate reverb effects for each channel plus delay for channel 1 and channel 2
  • Low boost switch for powerful low end
  • Wide switch for big stereo effect, plus 3-band EQ
  • Vocal enhancer for clear, strong vocals
  • Detachable woofer unit for easy transport
 

Peavey Escort Portable PA System

The Escort gives you everything in one package that will allow you to use up to four microphones and two stereo line level sources (i.e. audio from your computer, VCR, DVD player, tape recorder, etc.). It will all sound great through the two impressive 2-way speakers with 10" woofers and piezoelectric horn tweeters.

Peavey Escort Portable PA System Features:

  • Convenient package with luggage-style handle and wheels for easy transportation
  • Two 2-way speaker systems with 10" woofers and piezoelectric tweeters
  • Two folding speaker stands to get speakers up high so everyone can hear distinctly
  • 5-channel powered mixer will accommodate multiple microphones and stereo sound sources such as computer audio, VCR or DVD player
  • 75 watts per channel
  • Four XLR microphone inputs with 15-volt phantom power to accommodate condenser and dynamic microphones
  • Each input has a bass, treble and reverb control
  • High-quality digital reverb
  • 5-band graphic equalizer with FLS (Feedback Locating System) to give you more sound before feedback
  • Includes strong steel stand for ideal operating position
  • Storage compartments for microphones, cables and accessories
 

Peavey Sanctuary Series SSE 15 Loudspeaker

Specifically designed to complement Peavey's full line of Sanctuary mixers and power amps, the SSE 15 is a 2-way sound reinforcement enclosure that's designed for permanent installation, individually or in arrays for wide coverage in public address or music applications. The SSE 15 has a horn design with a coverage pattern of 90 degrees horizontal and 40 degrees vertical and incorporates flying points on the top and bottom for the utilization of Peavey VersaMount 70 mounting brackets. The SSE 15 is constructed of high-density 13mm birch plywood and covered with a durable acrylic polyurethane, making the enclosure presentable in any setting. Available in white or natural.

Peavey Sanctuary Series SSE 15 Loudspeaker Features:

  • 2-way sound reinforcement enclosure
  • Designed for permanent installation
  • Full-range, wide-band reproduction from 74Hz to 17kHz
  • Available in white or natural finish
  • Peavey Scorpion Pro 1500+ 15" woofer with 2.5" (64 mm) voice coil
  • Peavey 14XT titanium diaphragm compression driver
  • Sound Guard IV tweeter protection network
  • Seven "flying points" for suspension and angle adjustment
  • Coverage pattern of 90 degrees horizontal and 40 degrees vertical
  • Four-pin Neutrik Speakon connections
 

TC Helicon VoiceSolo VSM-300 Active Voice Monitor

How well you sing correlates to how well you can hear your voice. A bad monitor mix, or even worse, no monitor mix, means a bad night. The TC-Helicon VSM-300 Active Voice Monitor & Control is the ideal choice for the gigging musician who wants complete control over their monitor mix and sound. The VSM-300 gives your monitor mix an open-air, studio quality sound in a single mic-stand mounted enclosure that you can control.

TC-Helicon VSM-300 Active Voice Monitor Features:

  • Cast aluminum enclosure with simple setup with most mic stands
  • Point source driver with indestructible high frequency transducer
  • 150-watt (200-watt peak) efficient BASH amplifier with limiting protection
  • Professional connection options using floor-based I/O box: Mic In, Stereo Instrument and Aux in - with pass-thrus
  • Personal mix control of voice, instrument, EQ, and main level
  • VoiceShape tone circuit for getting a studio sound from any microphone you use
  • 116dB peak SPL at .5m
  • Integrated tuned port doubles as carrying handle
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 9" x 7" x 9.75"
 

Alesis TransActive 50 Amplifier/Mixer

The Alesis Transactive 50 is a great solution for musicians requiring practice or stage amplification, as well as vocalists needing a compact PA setup for intimate club work. This versatile multipurpose amplifier/mixer incorporates a 5" low-frequency driver and a 1" tweeter, provides a clean 50 watts of power, two input channels, one aux input, and a rich selection of internal digital effects. Further adding to its versatility, the Transactive 50 provides a mic stand mount on the underside of the enclosure that facilitates pole-mount usage, and can also be wall mounted for use as an installed PA cabinet.

Alesis Transactive 50 Amplifier/Mixer Features:

  • Compact form factor with built-in handle makes for easy transport
  • Transducer compliment: 5" low-frequency driver and 1" tweeter
  • 50 watts of power
  • Two input channels, one aux input, and a selection of internal digital effects (reverb, chorus, delay, rotary)
  • Combo connector for accepting microphones with either XLR or quarter-inch connectors on channel 1
  • Stereo Link feature for creating a stereo system by cascading two Transactive 50s
 

beyerdynamic Opus 99 Kick Drum Mic

If the heart or rock and roll is still beating, it's because of the kick drum. How does your kick sound? Beyerdynamic designed the Opus 99 especially for miking bass drums. The strong neodymium magnet system and a mass-reduced special diaphragm give the Opus 99 powerful reproduction with excellent transient characteristics. The Opus 99's optimized frequency response guarantees audio quality which has until now, only been achieved by using high-quality condenser microphones. The hypercardioid polar pattern helps eliminate feedback in live applications and allows an optimum channel separation between different instruments. The microphone can operate at very high sound pressure levels without loss of sound quality and virtually no distortion.

beyerdynamic Opus 99 Kick Drum Mic Features:

  • Dynamic mic optimized for kick drum use both live and in the studio
  • Hypercardioid polar pattern provides excellent feedback rejection
  • Integrated elastic suspension and rugged construction stand up to rigorous use
  • Frequency response 30Hz-18kHz
  • Special-design Hostaphan diaphragm provides outstanding transient response
  • Aluminium/zinc cast casing
 

Audio-Technica PRO 61 Hypercardioid Dynamic Mic

In the world of gigging vocalists, finding the right mic can be tough. You have to juggle the issues of sound quality, feedback and bleed rejection, and durability. Audio-Technica solves those puzzles for you with the PRO 61 microphone, and makes it a great value in the process! The PRO 61 hypercardioid dynamic microphone cuts through mixes, with excellent gain before feedback. It delivers great isolation and minimal handling noise. With its extended frequency response, the PRO 61 provides optimal clarity and smooth, natural sonic characteristics. Its Hi-ENERGY neodymium magnet produces articulate vocal reproduction so your voice not only cuts through, it also sounds great!

Audio-Technica PRO 61 Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphone Features:

  • Premier Pro Series vocal microphone delivers excellent gain before feedback and outstanding stage presence for lead and back-up vocals
  • Frequency response of 70Hz-16kHz provides optimal clarity and smooth, natural sonic characteristics
  • Hypercardioid polar pattern improves isolation of desired sound source
  • Superior internal shock mounting reduces handling noise
  • Hi-ENERGY neodymium magnet for articulate vocal reproduction
  • 2-stage ball-type headcase for superior "pop" protection
  • Corrosion-resistant contacts from gold-plated XLRM-type connector
  • Rugged design and construction for reliable performance
  • Includes Quiet-Flex stand clamp and soft protective pouch
 

Shure Beta 98 D/S Condenser Drum Mic

Designed for rack/floor toms and conga applications, the Shure Beta 98D/S is perfect for sound reinforcement and recording. Its flexible gooseneck lets you position the mic in practically any configuration. The Beta 98D/S is a high-performance mini-condenser microphone with an ultra-uniform supercardioid pickup pattern to provide high gain before feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise. It features several increased dynamic range, high headroom, and maximum SPL of an astonishing 160dB! With the unique A98D microphone drum mount (supplied), the Beta 98 D/S stays securely in place, with quicker, more secure rim-mounting without the need for a drum key.

Shure Beta98 D/S Condenser Drum Mic Features:

  • Miniature supercardioid condenser with built-in rim clip
  • Frequency response 20Hz-20kHz
  • Maximum SPL 160dB
  • Dynamic range 125dB
  • 48-volt phantom power
  • Detachable Triple-Flex cable
 

Shure Beta 87C Cardioid Condenser Mic

The Shure Beta 87A has consistently been a top choice of performers and audio technicians around the world due to its superb accuracy and detail, and rich vocal production. This long-standing favorite now incorporates a cardioid polar pattern and has been named the Beta 87C. Developed in response to professional demands associated with the use of personal monitoring devices like the Shure PSM Series, the new Beta 87C delivers studio-grade performance and a smooth, extended high-end frequency response in a cardioid condenser design. The uniform cardioid polar pattern of the Beta 87C enables users to effectively reject ambient noise arriving at the rear of the microphone, an attribute that will be especially appealing to users of personal monitors and others who frequently experience undesirable sounds bleeding into their mixes.

Shure Beta 87C Cardioid Condenser Mic Features:

  • Smooth, wide frequency response with slight presence rise
  • Uniform cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation
  • Minimal off-axis tone coloration
  • Low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect
  • Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
  • Break-resistant stand adapter
  • Frequency response: 50Hz to 20kHz
 

Peavey CS 4000 Stereo Power Amp

Building on the reputation of the world-famous Peavey CS 800, which conquered the power amp market in the 1970s, the CS Series is the global standard bearer for workhorse reliability. Over the years, these amps have benefited from some of Peavey's most popular audio innovations, including the exclusive DDT compression/anti-clipping protection. With its 2-rackspace design and power points up to 4000 watts, this latest evolution of the CS Series is leaner, louder and lighter than ever.

Peavey CS 4000 Stereo Power Amp Features:

  • 2-rackspace stereo power amp featuring DDT
  • Two temperature-dependant variable speed fans
  • 2000 watts (rms) per channel at 2 ohms
  • 1350 watts (rms) per channel at 4 ohms
  • 800 watts per channel at 8 ohms
  • 4000 watts at 4 ohms bridged
  • 5-year warranty
 

Crown XTi 2000 Stereo Power Amp

The XTi 200 from Crown is extremely rugged, yet lightweight and offers unmatched value in its class. It features a backlit LCD screen with DSP speaker presets for crossover frequencies, EQ, limiting, and delay, plus a subharmonic synthesizer. Other features include LED status per channel, advanced protection circuitry, a switch-mode universal power supply, proportional-speed fan-assisted cooling, XLR inputs, Speakon and binding-post outputs and much more. With its powerful, reliable performance, the XTi 2000 amp easily handles 2-ohm loads and is capable of chest-thumping lows. Plus, your investment in an XTi-Series amplifier is backed by Crown's three-year, no-fault, fully transferable warranty.

Crown XTi 2000 Stereo Power Amplifier Features:

  • Integrated proprietary DSP speaker presets
  • Backlit LCD front panel display
  • Switch-mode universal power supply
  • Proportional-speed fan-assisted cooling
  • XLR inputs, Speakon and binding-post outputs
  • Advanced protection circuitry
  • Comprehensive LED status per channel
  • Three-year, no-fault, fully transferable warranty
  • 2 ohm stereo (per channel) 1000W
  • 4 ohm stereo (per channel) 800W
  • 8 ohm stereo (per channel) 475W
  • 4 ohm bridge-mono 2000W
  • 8 ohm bridge-mono 1600W



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