Amplifiers, Speakers, Monitors

Musikmesse: Behringer has introduced the TRUTH B3031A and B3030A, 2-way active studio reference monitors featuring state-of-the-art ribbon tweeters and Kevlar woofers.
The main features are:

Ultra-linear frequency response with individual frequency diagrams
Built-in 150- and 75-watt power amplifiers for the B3031A respectively, 75- and 35-watt power amplifiers for the B3030A
2″ velocity ribbon transducer for ultra precise sound reproduction
Long-throw […]

At the Winter NAMM show, Radial Engineering introduced the Tonebone PZ-Pre, a compact full-function acoustic instrument preamplifier designed for studio and live performance.
The PZ-Pre is a unique two channel pedal that is equipped with piezo acoustic input signal boosters to allow both ‘add-on’ instrument pickups and built-in, integral active preamps to be combined for a […]

Roth Audio has introduced what gets our vote for the coolest-looking iPod dock in the world. The Music Cocoon is a tube-amp iPod dock that also works with a CD player or any mini-jack audio device.
“We can guarantee that the amplifier will add a real warmth and dimension to the music which other amplifiers are […]

Winter NAMM Show: The Radial JDX is a direct box designed specifically for guitar amplifiers to let you capture the sound of the guitar amp and cabinet combination via a reactive load and advanced cabinet emulation.
According to Radial President, Peter Janis: “It is common practice for guitarists to place a microphone right in front of […]

NAMM Update: Designed by the same team that produced Mackie’s best-selling compact active loudspeakers, TAPCO’s THUMP TH-15A Active Loudspeaker’s two-way bass reflex (ported) design provides accurate response from 20kHz all the way down to 40Hz.
If these are anything like Mackie’s SRM 450’s, they’re going to sound very good.
Class D circuitry drives a custom, high-precision 15-inch […]

NAMM: TAPCO introduced its Series 69 professional-quality passive speakers.
Series 69 Loudspeakers offer premium drivers, PVC vinyl-covered wood enclosures, custom-molded thermoplastic edge bumpers.
Series Features:

Premium Mackie-designed woofers and compression drivers
PVC vinyl covered, multi-ply birch wood enclosures with protective edge bumpers
Most compact portable cabinet designs in their class
Speakon and 1/4″ TS inputs
Pole mountable

NAMM Update: Dynaudio Acoustics announced the next generation of the BM range of speakers, the BM 6A MK II and BM 12A. The Dynaudio Acoustics BM 5A set a new benchmark for what an active nearfield studio monitor could be. The new BM 6A mk II and BM 12A take advantage of that same design […]

NAMM: Denon Professional announced the new DN-A7100 A/V Surround Preamplifier.
Designed specifically for surround sound decoding in installed sound, house of worship, broadcast, conference and studio monitoring applications, the DN-A7100 provides a flexible array of features suited for fully balanced 5.1 and 7.1 surround playback. This dedicated professional quality surround preamp was developed based on feedback […]

2007 NAMM Update: Mackie announced the debut of the newest member of the SRM family, the SRM150.
I’ve got a pair of SRM450’s, and have been very happy with them, so it’s great to see a compact member of the family.
The Mackie SRM150 Compact Active PA System is a versatile and expandable solution for a variety […]

NAMM Show: KRK Systems announced the release of the Exposé E8B studio monitors.
For those of you familiar with KRK from their entry-level monitors, though, the E8B’s price may be a shock. The new KRK Systems Exposé E8B monitor is available now and has a suggested retail price of $5,995 a pair.
The new E8B utilizes state-of-the-art […]

2007 Winter NAMM Show: Metasonix introduced the TM-7 Ultra-Distortion Scrotum Smasher, the latest lo-fi tube-based sound mangler from the mind of Eric Barbour.
Barbour has described his modules as brain destroying, meaty, bizarre, crude, nasty, powerful and evil, and the Scrotum Smasher looks to be no exception.
The TM-7 joins his other tube-based creations, including the […]

2007 Winter NAMM Show: Audio-Technica introduced its flagship ATH-M50 professional studio monitor headphones.
Specifically intended for professional monitoring and mixing applications, the ATH-M50 headphones feature a collapsible design for easy portability and convenient storage. Employing Audio-Technica’s proprietary 45 mm large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems and CCAW voice coils, the ATH-M50 headphones have exceptional power […]

2007 Winter NAMM Show: M-Audio released the Studiophile AV 40 professional desktop reference monitors.
The Studiophile AV 40 monitors use the same acclaimed technology that has made M-Audio reference monitors so popular among top-shelf producers, engineers and musicians. The compact system features balanced and unbalanced connections, headphone output, additional aux input, video shielding and more—making it […]

MacWorld Update: Griffin Technology today announced the unveiling of its new lineup of powered speaker systems.
Spearheading the line-up on the show floor is an iPod-ready wireless speaker system with powerful, crystal clear sound.
Griffin’s Evolve is a speaker system with a flat charging base that holds your iPod in a Universal Dock. On either side are […]

TheAirtightGarage has introduced the BunnyMkII amplifier, a small form factor amplifier using a single ten inch speaker. It is of minimalist design, having only a single channel and a single volume control.
The amplifier puts out 18 watts of class A single ended power via two L6GCs. One tube can be pulled to bring the power […]