http://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/rss_all.xml en-us © Copyright 2012, Sound Technology. All Rights Reserved. Thu, 9 Feb 2012 17:05:11 GMT 60 http://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/band-manager-2In an introduction that provides audio professionals, musicians and enthusiasts with advanced system set up and design capabilities coupled with a highly intuitive user interface, HARMAN Professional today introduced Crown HiQnet Band Manager™ 2 at the 2012 Winter NAMM Expo. In doing so, the company is providing the broad community of musicians, DJs, venue owners and managers with access to better sound through sophisticated system integration and optimization technologies but also via a highly evolved user interface that is reliable, comprehensive and easy to navigate. According to Andy Flint, Business Segment Manager Portable PA, Crown Audio, today’s introduction will make DJs, engineers and audio rental professionals more efficient and effective at their job and will enable musicians, venue owners and managers to enjoy better performance — and better value — from their systems investment.Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/band-manager-2http://www.soundtech.co.uk/jbl/news/performance-manager-public-betaHARMAN Professional today announced that its JBL HiQnet Performance Manager™ sound reinforcement system design software is now available to users as a public beta version. JBL HiQnet Performance Manager had been previously available to a closed group of 60 worldwide beta testers.Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/jbl/news/performance-manager-public-betahttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/jbl-hiqnet-performance-manager-software-download“In touring, time is money and Performance Manager dramatically streamlines the system design, setup and tuning process, allowing the JBL VerTec® System Engineer to achieve a higher level of performance with more consistent results on a daily basis from venue-to-venue.” Paul Bauman, Senior Market Manager, Tour Sound, JBL ProfessionalThu, 24 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/jbl-hiqnet-performance-manager-software-downloadhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/jbl/news/vertec-v5-presets-beta-downloadFor professionals who require the highest performance audio and an intelligent way to control it, VERTEC V5 DSP is the next step forward in delivering the best sound possible. Superior horizontal coverage, pristine linear phase OmniDriveHD™ sound quality and rock solid LevelMax™ limiting are significant enhancements to VERTEC\s already acclaimed performance. Full system integration is available with Crown VRACK or JBL Drivepack® DPDA modules using HiQnet Performance Manager or Powered by Crown app software for efficient configuration management and control.Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/jbl/news/vertec-v5-presets-beta-downloadhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/news/oxford-new-college-chapelFor the second time in a year, multiples of JBL’s discreet Control 52 satellite speakers have been installed under the pews of one of the UK’s most historic college chapels.Following the installation of 127 of these miniature speakers at the 16th century Trinity College, Cambridge, back in February, a similar solution has been provided at the famous New College Oxford chapel, which dates back to 1379, when it was founded by William of Wykeham, Bishop of Winchester.Mon, 7 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/news/oxford-new-college-chapelhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/news/jbl-hiqnet-performance-manager-plasa-innovation-awardAt PLASA 2011, HARMAN was presented with the PLASA Award for Innovation for the new HARMAN’s JBL HiQnet Performance Manager™ audio system configuration and control software application. During the show’s opening two days, products were judged by an independent panel, which viewed individual product presentations. Award winners were chosen for their ability to demonstrate a new style of thinking or an improvement to technical practice with new technology or materials, as well as the use of energy-saving and sustainability benefits.Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/news/jbl-hiqnet-performance-manager-plasa-innovation-awardhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/news/jbl-hiqnet-performance-managerAt PLASA 2011, HARMAN is showcasing its JBL HiQnet Performance Manager™ software, which has undergone an extensive beta test period in advance of its imminent shipping. JBL HiQnet Performance Manager is a highly refined user interface that facilitates the design of touring and live performance venue sound reinforcement systems. HiQnet Performance Manager is an application-specific iteration of the category-leading HARMAN HiQnet System Architect connectivity and control software application for professional-grade audio system integration.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/news/jbl-hiqnet-performance-managerhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/pip-blu-ctsAt PLASA 2011, HARMAN’s Crown Audio today announced the introduction of its PIP-BLU Programmable Input Processor (PIP) card for the Crown CTs Series power amplifiers. The PIP-BLU adds BSS Audio Soundweb London digital audio bus functionality to Crown CTs Series amplifiers, offering a simple, cost-effective way to get digital audio all the way to the amplifiers.Sun, 11 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/pip-blu-ctshttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/the-potted-pigSituated in the shadow of Cardiff Castle and the Millennium Stadium, new basement boutique restaurant, The Potted Pig, is immersing its patrons in a musical ambience served up by JBL loudspeakers powered by the very first Crown ComTech amplifiers in the UK.Sun, 11 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/the-potted-pighttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/iconic-koko-upgrade-to-jbl-crown-in-house-paIconic London venue KOKO has opened a new chapter in its history by substantially upgrading its existing JBL/Crown house system. The move is designed to keep the technical infrastructure of this Grade II landmark building ahead of the pack.Sun, 11 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/iconic-koko-upgrade-to-jbl-crown-in-house-pahttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/xti-2-series-shippingSetting new standards for portable sound amplification, Crown Audio and UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd announce shipping of the XTi 2 Series of amplifiers. Offering increased control, an enhanced feature set and a sleeker design, the XTi 2 Series amplifiers bring together features and performance never before available in an amplifier designed for portable PA applications. Providing a complete suite of integrated speaker processing, the new XTi amplifiers eliminate the need for external crossovers, limiters, and EQs, immediately saving rack space and money.Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/xti-2-series-shippinghttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/comtech-drivecore-shippingWith a name synonymous with powerful, reliable performance, the ComTech DriveCore™ family of amplifiers firmly establishes new standards in innovation. Performance is exemplary in every respect with Signal-to-Noise of better than 110dB and Total Harmonic Distortion below 0.05% across the full audio bandwidth, delivering studio-grade sound in one rack-space with up to 8 channels of 125W. ComTech DriveCore™ is ideal for installations that require premium sound quality, multi-channel configurations, compact dimensions, and quite often zero ambient fan noise.Wed, 15 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/comtech-drivecore-shippinghttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/news/soar-projectA historic 18th century Grade II-listed congregational church in Merthyr Tydfil has been lovingly restored following a six year bid to secure development grants. At the heart of its technical infrastructure is a Harman Professional system featuring JBL VRX line array, Crown amplifiers, BSS Soundweb London audio networking and a Soundcraft Vi1 digital console.Tue, 17 May 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/news/soar-projecthttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/jbl/akg/jbl-vrx-akg-dms700-pro-avSound Technology Ltd, the Harman Pro distributor in the UK and ROI, are pleased to announce the purchase and deployment of a JBL VRX line array PA system and 60 channel AKG digital wireless system for major conference sound applications by Cambridge-based Professional Audio-Visual (Cambridge) Ltd (Pro-Av).Fri, 18 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/jbl/akg/jbl-vrx-akg-dms700-pro-avhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/ipad-control-appUnderscoring the comprehensive integration value of its long-term commitment to a standards-based Ethernet backbone for its amplifier lineup, Crown Audio today announced the addition of the “Powered By Crown” iPad/iPhone App, designed to provide users with enhanced control and configuration of its amplifiers. The new application can be deployed to control and monitor amplifiers by setting the basic control panels on an amplifier or handle a complete setup through Harman HiQnet™ System Architect™.Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/ipad-control-apphttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/xti2-seriesSetting new standards for portable sound amplification, Crown Audio today introduced the XTi 2 Series of amplifiers. Offering increased control, an enhanced feature set and a sleeker design, the XTi 2 Series amplifiers bring together features and performance never before available in an amplifier designed for portable PA applications. Providing a complete suite of integrated speaker processing, the new XTi amplifiers eliminate the need for external crossovers, limiters, and EQs, immediately saving rack space and money.Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/xti2-serieshttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/aviva-stadiumSound Technology Ltd, the Harman Professional distributor in the UK and ROI, are pleased to announce a major installation by TG Baker (Sound) Ltd of a performance networked audio system incorporating JBL loudspeakers, Crown amplifiers and BSS Soundweb network processing at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.Wed, 5 Jan 2011 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/aviva-stadiumhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/iso-quality-certificationCrown Audio today announced it has been approved for conformance of quality assurance in accordance with the International Organization for Standards (ISO) 9001:2008. Operating at such standards allows Crown to respond more quickly to marketplace and customer demand while maintaining consistently high levels of quality in all facets of its amplifier production.Fri, 3 Dec 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/iso-quality-certificationhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/top-shop/jbl-crown-bssThe Harman Pro solution chosen by Immedia will eventually utilise more than 500 JBL Control 47CT and Control 24CT Micro transformer ceiling speakers and Control 28T surface mount enclosures distributed throughout the five trading floors. These are driven by Crown CTs and CDi series amplifiers, with a professing and routing network constructed around BSS Soundweb DSP devices.Mon, 20 Sep 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman/top-shop/jbl-crown-bsshttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/news/eta-sound/jbl-vertec-crown-soundcraftNorth Wales-based ETASound Ltd has extended its long relationship with the Harman Pro brands by investing heavily in JBL VerTec, Crown VRACK amplifiers and Soundcraft’s new Vi1 compact digital desk.Sun, 12 Sep 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/news/eta-sound/jbl-vertec-crown-soundcrafthttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/comtech-drivecoreProviding sound integration professionals with high performance, energy efficient amplifier technology that will redefine the way amplifiers are designed and built, Crown Audio today introduced the ComTech DriveCore™ series of amplifiers. The new line – consisting of four models, are all one rack, convection cooled, ultra-energy efficient amplifiers.Wed, 9 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/comtech-drivecorehttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/xls-drivecore-audio-pro-internationalCrown\s groundbreaking new XLS Drivecore series of affordable power amplifiers is featured in the latest edition of Audio Pro International.Thu, 13 May 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/xls-drivecore-audio-pro-internationalhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/crown-announces-vrackIn an introduction that provides touring professionals with a complete turnkey, out-of-the-box amplifier management solution, Crown today introduced VRACK, a complete amplifier management rack system solution. The VRACK features three built-in Crown I-Tech 12000HD amplifiers, immediately providing an easy-to-configure, plug-and-play solution that eliminates the need to build amplifier racks. Designed to work in conjunction with JBL VerTec, VRX, and AE series loudspeakers, the system’s modular design is highly scalable and is designed to meet the needs of both small and large sound systems.Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/crown-announces-vrackhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/news/project-teamSound Technology Ltd is pleased to announce the formation of its new Project Team to service the needs of leading audio consultants and installers.The newly created three man team is the technical cornerstone of Sound Technology\s professional division servicing the commercial audio sector. Providing pre and post sales support for individual products and, critically, “engineered” system solutions, key customers of Sound Technology can now call upon the Project Team in the UK, which combined with additional resources from Harman\s global support network, offers unprecedented back-up for their audio projects.Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/news/project-teamhttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman-international/news/jbl-crown-bss-club-couture£2m Stafford club venue chooses Harman JBL/Crown/BSS systemWed, 3 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman-international/news/jbl-crown-bss-club-couturehttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/jbl/news/cbt-oldest-church-cambridgeSound Technology Ltd, distributor of the Harman Pro brands in the UK and Eire, are pleased to announce installer About Sound had given the medieval St. Bene\t\s Church a Harman Pro upgrade, including the latest JBL CBT Constant Beamwidth Technology column speakers.Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/jbl/news/cbt-oldest-church-cambridgehttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/band-manager-10000-downloadsOver the past year, 10,000 users have experienced Crown\s ground-breaking HiQnetBand Manager System configuration and control software and are deploying it in a number of portable PA applications from DJs, to bands and singers.Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/band-manager-10000-downloadshttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman-international/news/city-center-vegasIn what is rumoured to be the the largest networked AV system in history, CityCenter Las Vegas contains a Harman Professional system featuring BSS Soundweb London networking, Crown amplification and JBL speakers throughout - on a mind-blowing scale.Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/harman-international/news/city-center-vegashttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/crown-amplifies-tour-sound-for-the-biggest-names-in-musicWith artists like Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, U2 and Metallica deploying Crown amplifiers live in concert this year, 2009 proved to be another landmark year for Crown International.Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/crown-amplifies-tour-sound-for-the-biggest-names-in-musichttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/new-crown-xls-series-amplifiersCrown today announced the next generation line of XLS Series amplifiers, providing a new benchmark for amplifiers in the MI categoryThu, 14 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.soundtech.co.uk/crown/news/new-crown-xls-series-amplifiers