— Audio-Technica microphones enabled NBC to capture audio for the 5.1 surround sound broadcast during coverage of the Vancouver Olympic Winter Games, February 12-28, 2010 —

STOW, OH, March 15, 2010 — Audio-Technica, a world leader for microphone solutions for over 45 years, was selected to provide microphones to NBC during the network’s coverage of the XXI Olympic Winter Games from Vancouver, February 12-28, 2010. The announcement was made by Bob Dixon, Director of Sound Design, NBC Olympics, and Greg Pinto, Audio-Technica Vice President of Marketing.

NBC used several Audio-Technica microphones, headphones and related products for their broadcasts. Notable models include the BP4027 Stereo Shotgun Microphone, which was used on hand-held cameras for close-ups of athletes in the finish-line area or awaiting scores; the AT4050 Multi-pattern Condenser Microphone, which was used at every venue to capture the surround ambience of the stadiums, arenas and finish-line crowds; and the BP896 MicroPoint™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphone, which was used on talent in the broadcast studios.

Pinto stated, “We are incredibly honored to provide microphone solutions for NBC’s coverage of the Vancouver Winter Olympics. We have worked closely with NBC at previous Olympic broadcasts, and were excited to continue our partnership during the Vancouver Winter Games. The Olympics are one of the most highly watched events on television, and we believe it speaks to the quality and dependability of our products that NBC consistently chooses A-T microphones for these broadcasts.”

Dixon stated, “We were very happy with every Audio-Technica mic we used, and we are grateful for the support. Since we were in 5.1, we chose to use an array of AT4050s at all the venues to capture the ambience of the stadiums, arenas, and the crowds at the finish line. I’ve used the 4050 in the past because it provides clear, detailed sound and is very dependable. For camera mics, the BP4027s worked well to capture candid conversations between the athletes and coaches, along with the lively sounds of the finish-line crowds. The ability to cover these exchanges provided our viewers an up-close-and-personal perspective of The Games.”

— In the fast-paced world of broadcast commercials, Beacon Street Studios finds that time is its most precious commodity, and GC Pro’s full-service capability means Beacon Street can focus on the music while GC Pro finds the right gear —

Beacon Street Studios in Venice, California, is a unique kind of place, where major international advertising firms, including BBDO, Ogilvy & Mather and DDB, have their clients’ music created for broadcast spots, such as the five commercials for Career Builder, Hyundai, Bridgestone and Gatorade that they scored for the Super Bowl this year. At the same time, music artists including Hootie & the Blowfish and April Hendrix, and noted music producers like Don Was and Ed Cherney, have also found Beacon Street Studios – a space once occupied by the legendary Joni Mitchell – to be a creative haven for their art. Being more…

New York, NY– 15 March 2010: When Lou Mannarino of New York-based L&M Sound and Light was asked to provide sound on New Year’s Eve at one of New York City’s most prominent venues–Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall–he was faced with a daunting challenge: to provide impeccably transparent sound in a visually discreet footprint. The New Year’s Eve celebration, featuring the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, was to be broadcast on live television and there was just one chance to get it right.

Mannarino—a veteran in the live sound business with over 30 years experience—has always been two steps ahead of the pack with a keen eye for innovation. To meet the needs of this very special engagement, he looked to Italian loudspeaker manufacturer K-array’s revolutionary speaker technology, which delivers exquisite sound within an uncharacteristically small footprint. The sonic result was described by those in attendance as “breathtaking” and “incredible.”

Livening Up Lincoln Center

The New Year’s Eve Concert at Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall featured the New York Philharmonic conducted by its new Music Director, Alan Gilbert, along with a special guest Thomas Hampson–one of the preeminent American baritones. From an audio perspective, there were two very distinct requirements: first, the sound had to be ‘no compromise’ and sonically spectacular for the 2,700-capacity venue. Second, the footprint of the speakers had to be discreet and non-intrusive to the visual production.

Though Mannarino had never used K-array speakers in a live broadcast situation before, he had been testing the Redline KR200S in his studio and was more than convinced that it would be able to deliver the goods. He decided to go with K-array’s Redline KR200s—an ultra-light 4,000-watt system, perfect for concert halls, that puts out a continuous 127 dB of power.

KR200S: Transparent sound in a small footprint

The KR200S is a powered two way system designed for use with small to medium wavefront systems, in both mobile and install applications. Its ultra-slim satellite features a line array of two-inch high efficiency drive units with a neodymium magnet structure and suspensions—this ensures maximum linear excursion of sound with minimal noise. Since the K-array unit features a revolutionary design and is not housed in a traditional speaker cabinet, it delivers a truly natural sound.

“I tested the K-array KR200S in my studio and other environments for a few days and immediately realized how sonically forgiving and transparent it was,” Mannarino said, who has been a live sound engineer for the New York Philharmonic for three years.

“When we finally had the system up and running in Avery Fisher Hall, it sounded extremely natural and balanced across the entire frequency range,” Mannarino continued. “We played passages of music on our normal PA, then switched to the K-array and heard flute passages and other instrumentation that simply wasn’t audible before.”

Mannarino ended up using KR200S on either side of the stage, each side featuring 32 two-inch speakers in array. A conventional PA set up, he says, would have needed at least eight boxes of line array to cover the same area. The overall result was an overall resounding success, as K-array delivered a gorgeous, natural sound throughout the entire hall.

He concludes that for the New Year’s Eve application at Avery Fisher Hall, the sound quality was the ultimate deciding factor: “It is sonically better than anything else — after you realize how good these speakers sound, the small footprint is a bonus.”

Wildomar, Calif. - (March 15, 2010) – Ultrasone Inc., distributor for German headphone manufacturer Ultrasone AG, is pleased to announce that its PRO-750 headphone has been chosen by GRAMMY award-winning artist/songwriter/producer David Hodges. Renowned for his work with artists such as Celine Dion, Blake Lewis, David Archuleta, Evanescence, Kelly Clarkson and more, David utilizes Ultrasone’s PRO-750 for all of his studio sessions that demand critical listening.

“After using countless other high end headphones from different companies, I have been blown away by the Ultrasone PRO 750’s,” remarked David Hodges. “I mainly work in my personal studio, which is not acoustically treated; so having something to reference mixes against that I can trust has been incredibly helpful. And the attention to detail in design cuts down drastically on fatigue after hours of working. Now I’m hooked: I take my PRO 750’s wherever I go.”

For more information on David Hodges’ selection of Ultrasone’s PRO-750 headphone, please contact PR Representative Brian Metcalf at (305) 576-1171 x11 or by e-mail at brianmetcalf@maxborgesagency.com. To learn more about Ultrasone, go to www.ultrasone.com

About Ultrasone

Based near Munich, Germany, Ultrasone AG has been manufacturing headphones for the audio market for over 17 years, during which time the company has developed and applied for more than 60 patents for its innovative technology. The company’s unique, patented S-Logic™ technology creates natural surround sound without the use of additional electronic devices. Ultrasone headphones represent a safer listening experience by reducing sound pressure on the ear drum by up to 40% and also by offering shielding from EMF radiation up to 98% through the use of patented ULE (ultra low emission) technology. For more information about Ultrasone headphones, go to www.ultrasone.com.

Media Contact:

Brian Metcalf

Max Borges Agency

(305) 576-1171 x 11

brianmetcalf@maxborgesagency.com

— Leading full-service video post-production facility adds ADR and Foley recording and editing services with equipment choices based on advice from the world’s largest and most comprehensive professional audio dealer —

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA, March 11, 2010 — Blueroom, an industry-leading video post production facility with locations in Hollywood and Manhattan Beach, California, and a satellite facility in Louisiana, has added ADR and Foley recording and editing services to the premium visual effects and editing services it has offered the film and television industry since 1998. New control rooms and recording spaces at the Chaplin Theater on the Raleigh Studios lot in Hollywood and at Blueroom’s new Manhattan Beach location (where Blueroom is doing work for ABC’s Castle and Private Practice series, as well as the upcoming Iron Man 2 and additional Marvel Entertainment film features, among many other projects) were equipped with state-of-the-art more…

Old Lyme, CT –March 10, 2010: To carry out his dream of creating an environment totally focused on the art of making music, producer and musician Brian Hardgroove looked to Sennheiser and Neumann to ensure “The Fuse Box” would be loaded with the latest and most innovative microphone technology. The Fuse Box, which is also the name for Hardgroove’s nationally syndicated radio show, is a centrifuge for new music and content creation located in New York City’s legendary multimedia and entertainment complex, the Manhattan Center.

The Fuse Box features a Neve VR series 72-channel console and access to several generously sized recording spaces–including the Hammerstein. Hardgroove opted for a diverse collection of tried and true multi-instrument microphones such as the Sennheiser MD 421 and other modern day classics such as the Neumann TLM 103.

In addition to being the guitarist, band director and producer of Public Enemy, Hardgroove previously owned a studio in Santa Fe, NM where he began broadcasting his popular radio show several years ago. He is a New York City native who, in his younger days, worked as an assistant at Manhattan Center many years ago.

“When I grew up, my recording experiences were rich and memorable because the studios and all centered on the love of music–from the studio manager, to the engineer, to the facility itself,” he recalls. “When I spoke to Sennheiser about what I was trying to do, they immediately understood what I was trying to achieve. Sennheiser and Neumann are brands I have known since my childhood; they have always been there for me and they continue to make products that I trust.”

Built in 1906 by theatre impresario Oscar Hammerstein I and originally known as The Manhattan Opera House, Manhattan Center is a landmark multimedia facility where media and entertainment converge. In addition to housing recording studios, television studios and post-production facilities, it is also home to two of Manhattan’s most unique recording spaces: the Hammerstein and The Grand. Back in 1926, it served as the scoring stage for “Don Juan,” the film industry’s first motion picture with a synchronized, pre-recorded soundtrack.

Following is a list of some of the Sennheiser / Neumann microphones that Manhattan Center has acquired:

• Sennheiser MKH 8020

• Sennheiser MKH 8040

• Sennheiser MKH 800 P48

• Sennheiser MKH 800 Twin

• Sennheiser MD 441

• Sennheiser MD 421

• Sennheiser e 904

• Sennheiser e 914

• Sennheiser e 901

• Sennheiser e 902

• Sennheiser e 906

• Sennheiser e 935

• Sennheiser HD 280 PRO

• Neumann TLM 103 Anniversary

• Neumann TLM 49

• Neumann TLM 67 SET Z