New Audio Gear Alert: SSL, Auratone, Focal & Much More From NAMM 2022

Solid State Logic showcases the SSL Live L650 console with V5.1 software & more.

SSL debuts the L650 and more at NAMM 2022.

SSL announces the Live L650 alongside their L100, Remote Tile and System T Tempest Control Rack flypack system. The new SSL Live 650 console—combined with latest SSL Live V5.1 software—delivers all the power needed for the next generation of installed sound and complex touring productions where multiple live, broadcast, and streamed/OTT mixes are often required.

Designed on an advanced AoIP backbone and boasting native 64-bit processing combined with SSL’s legendary processing tools and latest integrated control solutions for L’Acoustics and Meyer Sound immersive loudspeaker systems, the new L650 console and V5.1 software gives experienced operators the tools to get the absolute best from their productions. Meanwhile, the L100 console is a flexible solution for small to mid-scale tours and installations where a superior sonic performance must be achieved.

Also available for demonstration will be SSL’s Tempest Control Rack (TCR). TCR, which is contained in a compact 3U rack, delivers advanced AoIP capabilities, next-gen operator workflows and powerful remote production capabilities, providing the full power of a broadcast console in a small flypack solution.

For further information on the L650, Remote Tile, and System T Tempest Control Rack flypack system, click here.

Auratone introduces the first-ever Active 5C Super Sound Cube.

Meet Auratone’s new Active 5C Super Sound Cube.

This mono amplifier is designed and built in Europe in collaboration with the famous hardware manufacturer, Bettermaker. A careful R&D process has been implemented to maintain the original characteristics of the 5C, utilizing the same amplifier design from the NAMM TEC Award winning A2-30 amplifier.

Like the other 5C variants, the Auratone Active 5C is made in the USA. It delivers 50W into its internal 8ohm load via a balanced combo XLR/TRS input. Like the passive version, it reproduces between 80 and 15kHz via a 4.5inch driver with a signal to noise ratio in excess of 100dB. In addition to an input, the rear of the box provides an on/off switch and power LED. The active 5C has Integrated overcurrent, overheated, and short protection in the rare event of electrical trouble.

For pricing and further information on the Active 5C Super Sound Cube, click here.

Focal debuts the Solo6 and Sub12.

Focal implements crucial design upgrades to some of their most well-known monitoring solutions.

Focal is now shipping a redesigned version of their professional studio monitor, the Solo6. The new version of this renowned powered monitor, originally released 15 years ago, retains Focal’s heritage of excellence in design and sound reproduction but offers increased sonic detail and even more transparency.

In addition, Focal has also debuted the all-new, powerful Sub12 subwoofer to add to their existing subwoofer line, featuring the Sub6 and Sub One models. Focal Sub12 offers a newly designed 13-inch woofer with a 600W power amp and also includes features from their award-winning, flagship Trio11 powered monitors.

For pricing and further information on these new products, click here.

AEA releases the TRP500 preamp.

AEA’s TRP500 preamp is the perfect complement for your ribbon mics.

The TRP500 leans on the side of neutral but is unlike other “clean” preamps because of its rich and musical tonality. Optimized for ribbon mics, the TRP500 offers up to 85dB of effortless gain for any microphone.

Based on the circuit and topology of the company’s original AEA TRP preamp, the TRP500 has the low noise, musical sonics, and ultra-high gain and impedance (100,000 Ohms) that AEA is renowned for. The TRP500 excels at drawing out the warmth and lush sound of ribbon mics as well as other top-level microphones. With up to 85dB of quiet DC-coupled gain, minimal path architecture, and a gentle 115Hz or 230Hz high pass filter, this preamp puts as little as possible between you and your audience.

For pricing and further information on the TRP500, click here.

JackTrip Labs introduces a software-only option for Virtual Studio.

JackTrip’s Virtual Studio is now available for use without the need for any additional hardware.

JackTrip Labs have announced a major update for the free JackTrip app for laptop and desktop computers: now music makers can use the app without any additional hardware, opening up JackTrip to more performers and creatives. The new version also incorporates an improved, more intuitive graphical user interface, making it easier than ever to join a JackTrip Virtual Studio.

Thanks to its unique technology first developed at Stanford, JackTrip Virtual Studio has led the way to truly real-time music collaboration, enabling musicians to create and play music together over the internet. It delivers pristine sound with minimal time delay, so that musicians can keep the beat and stay in harmony. Thanks to these features, JackTrip creates the sense of proximity that sparks real creativity, the experience of being together in the same room even when hundreds of miles apart.

The new software is available for free download here.

Audio-Technica debuts the AT2040 hypercardioid dynamic podcast microphone.

Audio Technica presents podcasters and content creators with a new solution for capturing their voice with ultimate clarity.

Inspired by the performance of Audio-Technica’s acclaimed BP40 large-diaphragm dynamic broadcast microphone, the AT2040 brings professional broadcast-quality sound with exceptional vocal reproduction to podcasters and other content creators at an affordable price point.

Featuring a stylish yet rugged all-metal construction, the AT2040 excels at isolated/up-close vocal reproduction and rejection of unwanted room noise due to its tight hypercardioid polar pattern, ensuring professional-quality podcasts. The AT2040 provides smooth, warm, natural sound, while the mic’s multistage windscreen combines a nonwoven filter with foam mesh to provide superior internal pop filtering, and its specially-designed integrated shock mount prevents unwanted noise by attenuating vibration from a boom arm or mic stand.

The AT2040’s XLR output connects to a conventional analog microphone input, providing versatile use with everything from USB audio interfaces to professional mixing consoles. The mic comes standard with a pivoting stand mount, 5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded adapter, and a soft protective pouch.

The AT2040 is now available, priced at $99.

Apogee announces the FREE Soft Limit plugin.

Apogee offers their “Soft Limit” tape emulation effect in plugin form for the first time ever.

Soft Limit has been an integral feature of Apogee converters since the AD-500—their first standalone A-D converter released in 1991. And now, for the very first time, this simple but highly effective analog tape emulation is available as an audio plugin.

Round your audio signal’s transients with Soft Limit, while increasing apparent loudness while controlling extraneous digital peaks. Soft Limit also adds analog tape-like harmonics and subtle warmth, while drivng the input knob conjures crunchy thickness that never gets harsh.

Click here for more NAMM-related news from Apogee.

Heritage Audio releases the OST-8 adat.

Heritage Audio presents a new ADAT-equipped 500 Series rack solution.

Heritage Audio has long relied on its tried and tested On Slot Technology to guarantee the cleanest, most protected environment for your valuable 500 series modules. Not only offering unmatched filtering and isolation for each slot, you can also be sure that you´ll be getting the absolute best performance as each and every module is individually regulated—providing them their own power supply and guaranteeing they receive all the juice they could ask for.

The OST-8 adat incorporates a high-quality premium 24Bit/192kH ADC that can operate as a MASTER unit or SLAVE to another with a BNC connector to sync to WordClock to assure a stable conversion. Right out of the box you already have a top-of-the-line 8 channel converter ready to use with the possibility to gradually add special 500 series modules to complete your own unique recording or mixing rig.

For further specifications on the OST-8 adat, click here.

Darkglass Electronics introduces the Exponent 500 for bass.

Darkglass Electronics offers a fresh take on bass amplification with the Exponent 500.

Darkglass Electronics’ Exponent 500 is a bass amplifier without added effects. Uncomplicated and intuitive, the Exponent 500 is a new concept that, once connected, turns into a multi-effect, with fully programmable and presettable signal chains with all the components a professional bassist requires.

Darkglass Suite for iOS unlocks the full potential of Exponent 500 by providing an interface to interact and modify the signal chain running on each preset; use it to create, edit, share, and apply presets.

For pricing and further information on the Exponent 500, click here.

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