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Mark Ulano Talks Tech

Click here for an amazing article by Bryant Frazer interviewing production sound mixer Mark Ulano on the set of Terminator 4.

White Space Supporters Propose Solution for Wireless Mic Industry

WASHINGTON D.C. – The Wireless Innovation Alliance (WIA) announced its support for a compromise proposed by the White Space Coalition to ensure the protection of wireless microphones. The compromise, outlined in a letter to the Federal Communications Commission (Available here), would employ both protection beacons and the capability to sense and avoid wireless microphones. The "belt-and-suspenders" concept of a combined beacon/sensing protection for wireless microphones had been previously proposed by Shure, the leading manufacturer of wireless microphones. The Coalition’s letter specifically proposes a way for the Commission to: (1) ensure extraordinary protection for legal wireless microphones, (2) address the open secret that most wireless microphone use in the TV bands is illegal, and (3) recognize that the use of wireless microphones by churches and other socially important users should be legalized.

"White space supporters are aware and sympathetic of the Commission's difficult task of balancing the benefits of innovation with the legitimate concerns of incumbents," Ed Thomas, Senior Policy Advisor and spokesperson for the Coalition said. "It has been our long held belief that balance is in the best interest of everyone involved and is simply a matter of adopting the right technological solution. The compromise proposed by the White Space Coalition is that solution."

"WIA, our partners, and supporters of white space technology in general have every interest in ensuring the continued operations of legitimate wireless microphone users," Brian Peters, a spokesperson for the Wireless Innovation Alliance said. "A beaconing design would alleviate any concerns the Commission or the Microphone Industry Coalition (MIC) would have regarding the continued development of white space technology, and should be embraced as soon as possible. WIA is committed to working with any and all of the interested stakeholders to find reasonable solutions that can move this important process forward."

The submission also proposed that the Commission include, for the first time, most churches, Broadway theatres, and other organizations for which the Commission determines the use of wireless microphones is in the public interest, in the Agency's list of permissible license holders in the TV band. Today most wireless microphones use in the TV band violates FCC rules.

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July Deal of the Month

Compatible with Lectrosonics Wireless!
 

I-Power 9v Rechargeable Batteries
2 pack for $34.00

World's First and only 9V Lithium Polymer
Rechargeable Battery 500mAh!!

I-Power 9V Rechargeable Battery Charger
$40.00
 

SanDisk Ultra® II SD™ Plus USB 2GB

Works with Zoom H2, Zoom H4, Edirol R-09

$42.00
 

Neopax Wireless Transmitter Belts

$25.00

We are proud to introduce to you, NeoPax wireless transmitter belts. A collaboration between a sound technician and a seamstress resulted in this simple solution to a familiar problem: Quickly and easily securing and hiding a transmitter on a performers body. Utilizing thin, comfortable neoprene with a soft u-loop backing, the hook tab on the belt end attaches anywhere along the length of the belt.

No more searching for small patches of hook and loop to align. And, the sewn-in pouches reduce the flop factor to zero. Specifically designed for Lectrosonics standard and SM transmitters, they will also work with similar sized brands.

RENTAL BLOWOUT SALE

Taught by Professional Sound Services, our workshops cover the tools, techniques, and procedures used in the professional sound business. Students gain an appreciation of the aesthetic aspects of sound recording, learn tricks for creating an audio design and explore how to manipulate room tone, dialogue, and effects tracks for a realistic sound presence. Pre-production planning, boom and wireless microphone operation, microphone planting, tape-deck signal setup, and other techniques are also addressed. In addition, students are introduced to the latest DAT and analog systems, inter-format recording for music videos and commercial production, time code and other management tools for post production.

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NYC Production is 'BOOMING'

When In Rome Company: Grizzly Productions, Inc. Address: 15 Washington Avenue, Suite 3300, Brooklyn, NY 11205 Contact: Leda Nornang Scout: 3/19/08-6/19/08 Shoot: 4/14/08-6/28/08

One Month Left to Create
Sennheiser's 'Sound'

You hear them, and they stick in your memory: Sound logos are to the ear, what a visual symbol is to the eye. So what does an "audio specialist" sound like? That's precisely what Sennheiser wants to find out, with the help of its wide base of creative customers. Through July 17, 2008, Sennheiser is hosting a "sound logo" competition in which fans all over the globe can submit audio clips that encapsulate their idea of the "Sennheiser sound," one of which will be chosen as Sennheiser's official acoustic trademark. The chosen finalist will take home 5,000 euros (approx. $7,900), as well as an optional 30,000 ($43,000) euros if Sennheiser acquires unlimited rights to use the winning logo.

An entry is allowed to be up to eight seconds long. To make it as technologically simple as possible for those taking part, contributions should be uploaded onto the www.sennheiser.com/soundlogo website in MP3 format (stereo, 128 KBs, max 10 MB).

Contributions must be uploaded to the website by July 17, 2008 for consideration. Each entrant may send in up to five entries. By the end of August, 30 finalists will be selected, at which point their sound logos will be appraised by an international jury. "The public will be a virtual member of the judging panel of five," said Susanne Seidel, president of global marketing at Sennheiser. "You, too, can vote for your favorite sound logo via the website!"

Nine runners-up will win first-class sound equipment for their home. They can choose between Sennheiser's dynamic top-of-the-range HD 650 headphones or equipping their rehearsal room with an evolution wireless ew 300 G2 microphone system. "We're really looking forward to receiving entries from all corners of the world," says Seidel. "There will be an explosion of musical creativity."

Sennheiser
www.sennheiser.com/soundlogo

Neutrik Tackles Counterfeits With Hologram

In an effort to combat counterfeiting of its products, Neutrik has begun identifying its products with a unique hologram of the Neutrik name and logo.

"Neutrik is committed to protecting its brand and reputation," says Jim Cowan, president of Neutrik USA. “Our new signature hologram will ensure that our customers receive a genuine Neutrik product."

The hologram assures customers that they are using original and legitimate Neutrik gear, known for its reliable performance and superior quality. Counterfeit products can be damaging to any company’s reputation, when users find inferior performance from what was thought to be a premium product. Because fake components are made of lower grade materials, connections may not be secure, and can lead to a loss in audio quality.

As an Authorized Dealer of Neutrik Products, you can rest assured at Professional Sound Services you will always receive only genuine Neutrik products. GUARANTEED!

Rich's Recommendations & Product Highlights

Sennheiser EM 3732 Twin Receiver

$4,973.00

Sennheiser has begun to ship its EM 3732 twin receiver with 90 MHz switching bandwidth. The new flagship of Sennheiser's 3000 Series, the EM 3732 reportedly offers automatic scanning functionality, choice of five frequency ranges, transmitter synchronization via infrared interface, and flexible analog and digital connection options.

The EM 3732 receiver features six user-selectable fixed frequency banks and one user bank with up to 60 channels that can be programmed in increments of 5 kHz. The EM 3732 automatically searches for free frequencies within a frequency bank.

An integrated antenna splitter allows up to eight EM 3732 twin receivers to be daisy-chained. The EM 3732 is targeted for large multichannel applications, not just because of its wide switching bandwidth and tunable channels, but also because of its infrared interface, which programs SKM 5200, SK 5212 and SKP 3000 transmitters with the receiver data via a Hot Key.

The receiver's front-panel layout is clearly laid out and its LED display offers high contrast and intensity. The interface guides users through intuitive operating menus, featuring easily remembered icons, which are navigated using a jog dial. Frequently used menu items can be accessed directly via convenient Hot Key shortcuts. Both receivers can be monitored via headphones individually or simultaneously.

The receiver system can be remote-controlled and monitored using the provided Wireless Systems Manager software. The PC is simply connected to the Ethernet socket of the EM 3732.

Output level can be set in increments of 1 dB and is available at a transformer-balanced XLR-3 analog output as well as an AES3/EBU audio output for direct connection with digital mixing consoles. Digital synchronization of the 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz/24-bit sample rate can be generated internally or accepted from the digital audio mixer via a BNC connector. The audio quality is further maintained through the use of a DSP-based HiDyn plus expander rather than analog circuitry.

A range of antenna accessories is available for the EM 3732 twin receiver. The AB 3700 broadband antenna amplifier is designed for a frequency range of 470-866 MHz and amplifies the received signal by 5 to 15 dB. The antenna booster is fitted with four multi-color LEDs that indicate amplification in 5 dB increments, permitting the sound engineer or RF engineer to read the respective setting even from a distance. Unlike conventional antenna amplifiers, the AB 3700 will open a second, low-attenuation (-6 dB) signal path in case of power cuts. Further, two active receiver antennas are available--the directional AD 3700 and the omni-directional A 3700.

 

Did you know that you can print out handy forms and reports right on line at PSS? HANDY FORMS AND REPORTS! ●  PSS SOUND REPORT 2 Track ●  PSS SOUND REPORT 6 Track ●  PSS Location Scout Check List ●  PSS Expendables List ●  PSS Communication Quote ●  PSS Expendables Quote

THIS MONTHS FEATURED ONLINE PRODUCTS

Fostex PD-204 DVD/HD Location Recorder
-- Our Low ONLINE Price: $3,499.00

Fostex PD-606 Portable Professional 6 Channel DVD RAM Location Recorder and Mixer
-- Our Low ONLINE Price: $7,999.00

DPA 4017 Shotgun Microphone
-- Our Low ONLINE Price: $2,079.00

Sound Devices 702T Portable Digital Recorder with Time Code
-- Our Low ONLINE Price: $2,495.00

Sound Devices 744T Digital Audio Recorder with Time Code
-- Our Low ONLINE Price: $4,095.00

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PSS SERVICE DEPARTMENT

Do you have equipment that just sits in the corner of your room that is collecting dust due to the fact that it's broken? Say no more, here at Professional Sound Services not only do we rent and sell  equipment but we also repair equipment. Plus, if you bring any of your equipment to Professional Sound Services and you need to rent that same item while it's in Service we will give you a 50% discount on that item. We fix anything from Transmitters, Receivers, Mixers, Recorders, Microphones, Wires and etc...at incredible rates. Let our highly trained Service Technicians help you out by fixing your equipment at a very low rate!