The Woodpecker was designed to provide the smooth, intimate sound associated with the most sought-after (and expensive) vintage ribbon microphones. With its focused mid-range, and outstanding bass response, the Woodpecker captures the essence of any recorded sound. It also excels at ambient recording, capturing room tone with the most intimate detail – whether for rock drums, guitars or vocals – any application where some natural space in the recording is desired. The Woodpecker package includes a custom made, solid brass shockmount and wood storage box.

Woodpecker specifications:

·         Acoustical Operating Principal: Pressure Gradient

·         Directional Pattern: figure 8, bidirectional

·         Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz

·         Sensitivity (1kHz into 2.5k ohm): 26mV/Pa

·         Rated Impedance: 50 ohm

·         Rated Load Impedance: Not less than 1k ohm

·         Noise Level A-weighted (IEC 651): Not more than 22dB

·         Max Output (1% THD into 2.5k ohm): 10dBU = 2.5V

·         Max SPL (0.5% THD into 2.5k ohm): 136dB

·         Dynamic Range (2.5k ohm load): 114dB

·         Supply Voltage (IEC 268-15): +48V phantom power (+35V min.)

·         Current Draw (typical ai +48V): 2.4mA

·         Weight: 1.6lbs

Price: $1299

Availability: Q1, 2007

                                                                                                      
Please visit www.bluemic.com for more information.
 
 
 
 
RATINGS:
 
High AB 1
            Sonic Texture is Class A with the Power of AB1
            Quality-wise Burriss Amps are Grade A
            Electronically Burriss Amps are AB1
            Pre Amp is all Class A
 
Quality products used in the construction of Burriss Amps:
 
            Mercury Magnetics Transformers
            Eminence Speakers
                        10” Copperhead
                        12” Texas Heat
            Switchcraft Jacks
            Mallory Coupling Capacitors
            ARS Filtering (Filter Caps)
 
 
 
 
 
Models:
 
SwitchMaster  - 30 Watts – Solid State Rectifier
            2 Channel: Clean or Nasty. Great all-around Amp – SUPER VERSATILE
                        Channel 1:       Clean American Style with Rock/Jazz Switch and Deep Switch
                        Channel 2:       Can be set from Slight Boost for Solos to Thick Screaming 
Distrotion
            Great for: Jazz, Country, Hard Rock, Pop
            Available Plain, with Reverb and/or with Vibrato
 
dB Special – 38 Watts – Solid State Rectifier
            Single Channel
            Loud, nasty and powerful
            Great for Hard Rock, Heavy Metal and Aggressive Blues
            Available as is: NO Vibrato or Reverb available
            “Most usable Master volume ever”
 
Shadow – 28 Watts – Tube Rectifier
            Single Channel
            True American Voice – Clean
            Great for Country, Blues, Pop and Rock
            On-Board Reverb
            Available with Vibrato
 
   
Audio Impressions Reveals Realtime Instruments™ 
Powered by DVZ™ 
Calabasas, CA – January 17, 2007 
Audio Impressions has announced a comprehensive new musical library with 
powerful software that, together, deliver quality, realism and real-time control never 
before possible. Developed under the guidance of ASCAP award-winning Film & TV 
Composer Christopher L. Stone, “Realtime Instruments powered by patented 
DVZ™” contains over 600 separately recorded instruments, including a 70-piece 
string section and just about every orchestral instrument imaginable real-time 
performance tools that can only exist through DVZ™ RT’s core technology 
(additional patents pending). Users can play every effect and articulation for every 
instrument, change the number of players and alter the size of their environment – all 
in real-time without key switching or loading any additional samples. 
DVZ RT Orchestrator™ automatically orchestrates in real time, allocating played 
notes amongst the active instruments to preserve optimum orchestral balance while 
avoiding unwanted harmonic thickening and power buildup as more notes are 
played. Performance driven Orchestral blur (a patent pending combination of 
methods to simulate live playing) increases the realism and particularly the natural 
blending of strings. DVZ RT brings never before possible features such as 
continuously variable clusters and independent control over each player’s tuning. 
Comprehensive, efficient and intuitive design and user interface allow for smooth, 
realistic ensemble performance with all possible playing styles. 
AI’s patent-pending SPACE microphone bleed technology creates a true ensemble 
feel while allowing the user to place each instrument anywhere in the virtual sound 
field, and to change the size and sonic characteristics of the environment in real time 
without loading any new samples. Realtime Instruments is the first comprehensive 
192 kHz 24 bit library, and it was recorded using the finest vintage condenser and 
ribbon mics, a processor-free direct-to-disk signal chain, and many prized 
instruments played by first call musicians in the worlds’ finest studios. 
See and hear Realtime Instruments and DVZ RT at Winter NAMM 2007 booth 6409. 
Audio Impressions, Inc.
Calabasas, California 
www.audioimpressions.com
.com.
Pictures from the Coffin Case Party
(C) MBN 2007 William Hoehne
YAMAHA’S NEW SILENT CELLO
“RESONATES” WITH PLAYERS
 —Fully Collapsible SVC-210SK Offers Powerful Sound—
 ANAHEIM, Calif.—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, will introduce the SVC-210SK Studio Acoustic-body Cello™ at Winter NAMM 2007.
Perfect for stage performance or studio recording, as well as Silent Practice™, this instrument offers a realistic acoustic-like tone and powerful sound, produced via the newly designed resonating chamber and three onboard reverb presets.
Lightweight and versatile, the SVC-210SK is convenient for travel. With its fully collapsible design in both the upper and lower bouts, the cello is ideal for the gigging musician and comes equipped with headphones, a 9V battery and a protective gig bag. 
Additionally, the cello can be attached to an MP3 or CD player, enabling musicians to play along with their favorite songs or any other type of pre-recorded accompaniment. The instrument can be used in conjunction with Yamaha’s Magicstomp effects processor as well as the STAGEPAS 300 portable PA system.
“At Yamaha, we recognize the challenges musicians face on the road,” states Ken Dattmore, Yamaha Strings Marketing Manager. “Our new SVC-210SK’s collapsible design reflects our sensitivity towards simplifying instrument transport and our commitment to pushing the boundaries of music technology.”
The SVC-210SK carries an MSRP of $3,195 and will be available January 2007.

For more information, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2007 in the Anaheim Marriott Hotel, Marquis Ballroom; write Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; visit www.yamahastrings.com
NEW CELLOS CONFIRM YAMAHA’S COMMITMENT 
TO STUDENT MUSICIANS 
—Cellos Join Student Violins to Expand Acoustic Product Lineup—
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, will introduce the AVC5-34S, AVC5-12S and AVC5-14S fractional sized cellos at Winter NAMM 2007. 
Ideal for beginning musicians, each student cello features a fully handcarved spruce top, maple back and sides and is finished with a rich oil varnish for best tonal qualities. The new instruments include many of the same features as the AVC4-44S, and come with a padded Cordura cover and Brazilwood bow with horsehair. In addition, the instruments are covered under Yamaha’s Five-Year Limited Warranty. 
“These student cellos expand the Yamaha acoustic product lineup, adding to the previously released AV5 fractional sized violins, and confirming Yamaha’s commitment to continually provide quality instruments for all musicians,” states Ken Dattmore, Yamaha Strings Marketing Manager.    
Available February 2007, the cellos will retail for $1,475.   
For more information, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2007 in the Anaheim Marriott Hotel, Marquis Ballroom; write Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; visit www.yamahastrings.com. 
YAMAHA CELEBRATES PRODUCTION OF 100,000TH
STRING INSTRUMENT
—2007 Marks 10th Anniversary of Yamaha String Production—
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, 
recently celebrated the production of its 100,000th string instrument, and 2007 
marks the 10th anniversary for Yamaha String products—the first product created 
was the SV-100 Silent Violin in 1997. The 100,000th instrument produced was the 
SV-120 Silent Violin. 
Yamaha began manufacturing Silent String Instruments in 1997 as an innovative
way for students and professionals to practice.  The original idea has since evolved
into a complete line of Silent Violins, Viola, Celli and Basses.  Yamaha now manufactures
an acoustic line of strings that has continued to grow in acceptance among string 
educators and performers.
 “Cooperation between Yamaha Corporations of America and Japan, to increase
  US market acceptance, including the instruments’ consistency, high-quality 
and innovative designs, have led an increasing number of students and 
professional musicians to choose Yamaha,” states Rick Young, Vice President/
General Manager. 
            Yamaha’s Silent Series instruments enable musicians to practice and 
perform in complete privacy at any hour, using headphones, without compromising 
their desire for traditional feeling, performance or sound. The instruments are perfect 
for every type of artist in any location where silence is necessary – musicians in 
apartments, students playing at home or in a dorm, or professionals who need to 
practice on the road. 

 
Yamaha continues its commitment to creating innovative products that 
offer students, educators and professionals the opportunity to broaden 
their musical horizons, and their acoustic instruments offer the best quality 
available to the market. Educators nationwide have joined the electronic strings 
movement by adding SV string ensembles to their existing programs. The result 
has been a great opportunity for school music dealers and specialty violin shops 
to expand their local school orchestra programs.
For more information, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2007 in the Anaheim 
Marriott Hotel, Marquis Ballroom; write Yamaha Corporation of America, 
Band & Orchestral Division, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622 
YAMAHA UNVEILS TP-3100 SERIES TIMPANI
 
—New Timpani Set Offers Great Sound and Compact Design at Low Price—
 
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, 
will showcase its TP-3100 Series Timpani at Winter NAMM 2007. This new series is 
a replacement for the popular 3000 series of portable timpani.  
Offering improved sound and increased transportation ability, the TP-3100 set is 
the first of its kind to use aluminum bowls. It features custom Remo Renaissance 
heads and multiple preset pedal angles, as well as a movable tuning gauge for 
American or German set up. Made of black hardware, the drums have a sleek 
look and collapsible design, making them perfect for gigging timpanists and 
professional players. Soft bags for transportation and protection are also available.
            Ideal for percussion instructors, band directors and students, the TP-3100 
series is a great set for practicing at home or in rooms where space is limited and 
moving the timpani often is a requirement. 
“By using aluminum, a renewable resource, in the bowls, the need for fiberglass is 
eliminated,” said Troy Wollwage, Percussion Marketing Manager. “This series is just 
one of the many ways Yamaha is committed to both protecting the environment and 
producing instruments with consistent and quality sound.”
            Available in the Spring of 2007, the TP-3100 series will retail in the 
same price range as the current 3000 series.For more information, visit Yamaha 
at Winter NAMM 2007 in the Anaheim Marriott Hotel, Marquis Ballroom; write 
Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, P.O. Box 6600, 
Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; 
visit www.yamahapercussion.com
YAMAHA UNVEILS DRUM CARRIERS
FOR SNARE, MULTI-TOM AND BASS DRUMS
 
—Numerous Adjustment Options Accommodate Wide Range of Players—
 
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, 
will showcase May Snare, Multi-Tom and Bass Drum Contour Hinge Tube Carriers 
with Polycarbonate belly plates at Winter NAMM 2007. 
Tested by collegiate and Drum Corps International percussion sections, these 
carriers are ideal for student and professional drummers. Ultra lightweight, 
comfortable and strong, these carriers set the standard for sizing, flexibility 
and ergonomic design, delivering a range of adjustments to fit most players. 
The structures retain the unrivaled strength of all May tubular technology, and 
extreme flexibility and versatility in size variation, as the individual contour fit 
was specifically designed to outline both the upper and lower body of the player. 
A Memory Lock on the J-Rods is also included to expedite assembly time, enabling 
drummers to set up their equipment in seconds.
All carriers feature an adjustable, virtually free-floating May Abdomen Plate, which 
provides an unsurpassed strength-to-weight ratio, bears no torque weight from the 
drum, and inverts–allowing for different body contact point variations.
In addition, each carrier has an aircraft aluminum May tubular structure that enables 
mounting brackets to slide, rotate and lock with ease, creating a wide range of 
adjustment possibilities. Precision-bent magnesium shoulders provide optimum 
comfort by using one of the lightest weight materials without sacrificing durability.

 
The May Compound Hinge technology reduces carriers to one-half their original sizes, 
for convenient transport and product protection. 
The bass drum carrier features an invertible support pad which complements any size 
bass drum while automatically adjusting to the drum’s radius, as well as extreme range 
in structural elevation for all height players, regardless of corresponding drum size. A 
solid unity between the bass drum and carrier is created via the May Lock Nut and 
Attachment Hook, eliminating any drum movement. MonoPosto hardware and seat 
support the bass drum and integrate Stadium Hardware ATS technology. 
“These carriers truly adapt to the size of each drummer,” said Troy Wollwage, 
Percussion Marketing Manager. “Any time we can make the drum fit better on the 
body, kids feel better while playing and can concentrate more on the music rather 
than carrying the drum.” 
The RM-TVHS-PC and RM-TVHQS-PC Snare Drum Carriers will retail for $438, the 
RM-TVHQL-PC Multi-Tom Carrier will retail for $440 and the RM-TVHMB-PC Bass 
Drum Carrier will retail for $384. All will be available in March 2007. 
For more information, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2007 in the Anaheim 
Marriott Hotel, Marquis Ballroom; write Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & 
Orchestral Division, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; 
e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; visit www.yamahapercussion.com. 
–END–
YAMAHA DEBUTS ONE-OF-A KIND TUBA FEET
 
—Unique Rubber Grips Offer Tuba Bell Protection—
 
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, 
will introduce its new YMA-TFEET Tuba Feet at Winter NAMM 2007. Designed specifically 
for Yamaha Marching Tubas, the four 2-in. black rubber grips enable tubas to stand 
on their bells without scratching the bell rim.
            Ideal for typical rehearsal conditions on and off the field, the Tuba Feet are 
simple to apply and remove. Made of durable rubber, they are extremely secure 
with a contoured opening that creates a tight grip around the rim of the tuba’s bell.
            “We know organizations take pride in the Yamaha instruments they play,” 
said Ted Kuehnert, Accessories Marketing Manager. “Our first of a kind Tuba Feet 
will be helpful for the care of their marching tubas.”
            Available January 2007, YMA-TFEET have an MSRP of $39.95 and can be 
used in conjunction with the YMA-TBP Bow Protector.
           
 
YAMAHA INTRODUCES TWO STURDY MUSIC STANDS
—Folding Stands for Classroom, Home and Stage Use—
ANAHEIM, Calif.—At Winter NAMM 2007, Yamaha will debut the MS1000 and MS5000 
music stands, which are lightweight, yet durable, and provide high quality at a low price. 
Constructed of super-sturdy round tubing, the stands also feature a permanently 
attached swivel joint that connects the stand to the base.
Both models will be offered by Yamaha’s Pro Audio & Combo Division; the MS1000 
will also be available from the company’s Band & Orchestral Division.
The MS1000 is made of black aluminum tubing and comes equipped with extended 
arms and page stoppers. The one-piece construction folds down to a compact design 
for easy transport, and eliminates the problem of lost pieces. A travel bag is also included.
            The MS5000 is geared toward the gigging musician who needs a quality stand 
that is sturdy enough to hold heavy music books, compact enough to fit in a car 
trunk and light enough to be transported easily. 
“Now that we have added music stands to our popular line of keyboard stands, 
dealers can turn to Yamaha for all of their stand needs,” said Nic Chaffee, product 
manager, Accessory Products, Yamaha Pro Audio & Combo Division. “Designed 
with the working musician in mind, these stands are durable enough to be used in 
the classroom, around town, or on the road.”
The MS1000 (MSRP: $13.99) and the MS5000 (MSRP: $59.99) will be available in 
February 2007.
For more information, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2007 in the Anaheim Marriott 
Hotel, Marquis Ballroom; write Yamaha Corporation of America, P.O. Box 6600, 
Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; 
or visit www.yamaha.com. 
YAMAHA SHOWCASES MALLET INSTRUMENT BAR BAGS 
AT WINTER NAMM 2007
 
—Soft Style Bar Bags Offer Mallet Players Protection and Easy Instrument Transport—
 
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, will 
debut its new Mallet Instrument Bar Bags at Winter NAMM 2007. Perfect for 
professionals, percussion ensembles and schools, these bags easily and safely 
transport or store bars for any given mallet keyboard instrument.
Each bag is made of durable black fabric with a strong zipper, and includes two 
bar wraps that feature secure locking closures and a convenient handle. Two 
rugged exterior handles and a shoulder strap make it easy to carry a full set of 
natural and accidental keys.
            The PCS-YVBB fits all sizes of vibraphone bars, the PCS-YXBB holds all sizes 
of xylophone bars, the PCS-YMBBS holds small marimba bars and the PCS-YMBBL 
fits large marimba bars.
            “At Yamaha, we understand the need to preserve mallet instrument bars,” 
said Doug Steinmetz, Accessories Marketing Assistant. “These bags offer a great 
solution for the individual or ensemble looking for a way to protect their bars in transit.”
Available January 2007, the Mallet Instrument Bar Bags are priced between $129 and $175.  

 
YAMAHA DEBUTS 800 SERIES WOODEN
RECORDERS, CATALOG
 
—Handcrafted Recorders Offer Players Enhanced Tone—
 
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, will display 
its 800 Series wooden recorders at Winter NAMM 2007.
            Created specifically for serious players and hobbyists, the 800 Series Recorders are 
finely handcrafted of seasoned woods that produce a warm, rich tone. Offered in two 
sopranino and five alto models, the series’ new bore design improves intonation and 
generates an outstanding and concentrated sound. The handmade, detailed instruments 
also come with an arched windway enabling greater tonal expressivity and projection.
             As a tool to help musicians and retailers select the best instrument, Yamaha has 
developed a catalog which showcases every recorder Yamaha has to offer, from the 
student 20 Series to the high-end 800 Series. The reference guide includes pictures 
and diagrams to highlight the features of each instrument, as well as information on 
parts and options. A unique fold out cover contains icons to help distinguish the 
different features, and recorder specifics are included on the back for quick reference. 

 
            “Yamaha is just as committed to offering high-end instruments as to our 
popular educational models,” states Accessories Marketing Manager Ted Kuehnert. 
“Our new 800 recorder series and catalog exemplify how we are achieving this.” 
Currently available, the 800 Series recorders range in price from $499 to $1,199. The 
YRA-801 Castellowood alto recorder has an MSRP of $849; the YRA-811 retails for $949. 
The YRA-802 Kingwood alto and YRA-803 Ebony alto both carry a MSRP of $1,199. The 
YRN-801 Castellowood sopranino retails for $499, while the YRN-814 Rosewood sopranino 
retails for $579.
  

COMMUNITY POWERS VARING MUSIEK FESTIVAL
- South Africa’s Varing Musiek Festival is an annual event held in a suburb of Cape Town.  
The festival is organized to raise funds for a local church and usually attracts an a
udience 
of ten to fifteen thousand people.  At the peak of this year’s event in November, 
twenty-two thousand people were in attendance to enjoy the music of South Africa’s 
Afrikaans language.
The PA provided by SSL Pro Systems was a complete Community system comprised of 
twelve Community SLS960 full-range loudspeakers, flown three deep and two wide per 
side, and twelve Community TLF218 subwoofers stacked five high with one sub in front 
of the stage per side.  A pair of SLS920’s was used for fill, and a delay system of two 
SLS960’s and two TLF218’s was utilized behind the mix tower at fifty meters.  System 
processing was done by Community DSC52 and BSS 366T controllers and power was 
supplied by Lab.gruppen fP 6400 amplifiers.
Wessel Germishuys of SSL Pro Systems stated that the well balanced PA system 
covered an area up to 120 meters with incredible power, quality and clarity.  Tony 
Adriaens of Community’s Cape Town-based distributor, Concert Audio, also commented 
on the inspiring performance of the system, particularly given its relatively compact size.  
The festival organizers and performers similarly were impressed with the PA’s performance 
and coverage, receiving many compliments from those who attended.
 
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCES 
VERIS INSTALLATION SERIES AT NAMM
Community’s new VERIS (VERsatile Installation Systems) comprise a range of 
small-to-medium-sized loudspeakers that are precisely engineered for versatile 
array construction, while aesthetically styled to meet modern architectural requirements. 
                                    
A powerful resource for the professional contractor, each VERIS model exhibits 
linear phase throughout the critical crossover regions and features Community's 
unique, uniform full-range voicing system to minimize variations in sound quality 
among the range of models.
Ken DeLoria, Community’s Product Manager states: “VERIS’ smooth and intelligible 
sonic output is the result of patent-pending carbon ring cone technology, coupled with Ferrofluid™-cooled and damped MF and HF drivers. This proprietary union of technologies brings low distortion, high-impact sonic capability to a wide range of applications. And because we manufacture the drivers ourselves, we’re able to meet a surprisingly affordable price-point.”
Available models start with the VERIS6, a single 6” with an HF horn-driver combination in a compact enclosure. Next are a dual 6”, a single 8”, and a dual 8,” also with attendant HF horn-drivers.  These four models each ship with a yoke-style mounting bracket as an included accessory, and can be ordered with an optional low distortion, low insertion-loss 200W internal autoformer for 70V applications. 
The larger 12” and 15” VERIS models offer a choice of large-format horns, all employing Community’s legendary pattern control technology. Horn patterns include 90º x 60º and 60º x 40º for the two-way systems, and 90º x 40º and 60º x 40º for the three-way systems. Two elegant, low profile subwoofers, a dual-10” and a dual-12”, both using Community’s patented Cool-Coil™ heat evacuating system, offer astonishing LF performance.  
“Applications for VERIS include houses of worship, conference rooms, clubs, restaurants, and many other small to mid-size venues where people gather to hear music and speech reproduced with maximum clarity and intelligibility,” states Julia Lee, Community’s Director of Sales & Marketing. “It’s important to us at Community that every model in the range fits a specific need. We’re confident that VERIS will be a perfect fit for a large number of our contractors, both in the US and abroad.”
The VERIS line includes a wide range of optional off-the-shelf rigging systems and mounting brackets, all engineered for quick, convenient, and safe installation.  All models are available in black or white at no additional charge, and come equipped with a generous number of rigging points. The full-range enclosures are additionally outfitted with OmniMount™ compatible fasteners. BEACH BUMS GET CLASSY WITH COMMUNITY
- Traverse City, located on Michigan’s lower peninsula, is one of the region’s most popular resort areas. Nestled on the scenic shores of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay, the self-proclaimed Cherry Capital of the World boasts year-round attractions that include miles of sandy beaches, spectacular skiing and an abundance of natural beauty. 
It’s also the home of the Traverse City Beach Bums, one of the newest minor league baseball franchises in the independent Frontier League. The Beach Bums recently completed their first season in their new home, the 3500-seat Wuerfel Park, drawing a full house of close to a quarter million dedicated fans and a steady stream of major league talent scouts.
Team owners John and Leslye Wuerfel have a long history in the hospitality industry, and bring a unique perspective to the design of Wuerfel Park, which more closely resembles a luxury resort than a typical concrete and steel stadium. It’s a setting ideally suited for the casual, family-oriented environment that is minor league baseball. More than just a stepping stone to the majors, minor league ball represents a sense of community rarely found in the big leagues. “These people are here for a family-friendly, social recreational experience where baseball is the centerpiece, but not the sole focus,” observes Mark Simoni of Simoni Systems, the company behind the park’s highly-acclaimed sound system.
“In Minor League baseball, the sound is a very important part of the whole experience,” Simoni explains. “A minor league game is made up of so many more activities than just the game itself – things like field hosts who entertain the crowds, pre- and post-game promotions, music and more. We make full use of the sound system, probably to an even greater extent than in a major league game.”
The park’s sound system features 17 Community R.5-94x loudspeakers, arranged in a somewhat unique time-aligned configuration. “We really wanted to stay away from the semi-distributed system configuration found in most of these parks,” Simoni explains. “Most parks are designed with speakers mounted on the structure, along the first and third base lines and behind home plate, and all pointed toward the field. You inevitably end up with multiple arrival times, and designers try all sorts of tricks to align them. You essentially end up depending on the speaker you’re hearing being louder than any of the others.”
Beginning with a detailed EASE modeling of the venue, Simoni created a time-aligned system that complements the park’s intimate feel. “I aimed all the speakers directly perpendicular to the line between home plate and second base, pointing at the outfield. Using a Lectrosonics DM1624, I programmed every speaker with the appropriate delays to create a coherent wave front. It’s almost like a distributed horizontal line array, in essence. Compared to lots of stadiums, there’s virtually no echo. Every speaker is pointed in the same direction, rather than at a reflective surface.” The system is powered by Crown amplification.
As Simoni notes, the Wuerfels were clear from the outset that everything about the stadium be conducive to an intimate, welcoming environment. “John and Leslye are warm, wonderful folks, very straight-ahead, and a joy to work with,” he reflects. “They’re not necessarily the most technically-minded people, but they knew exactly what they wanted to hear. It pretty much goes without saying that the R-series is the gold standard for stand-alone speaker systems in outdoor venues, so during the park’s planning stages I went up to Traverse City with a single R-series, a power amp and a portable CD player. We set up the speaker on a second-story porch to simulate the stadium placement, turned it on, and within minutes they said ‘that’s the sound we want.’”
COMMUNITY INTRODUCES 
SONUS LINEAR-RESPONSE LOUDSPEAKERS 
FOR THE PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN
Community announces the introduction of SONUS, the company’s new line of Portable Linear-Response Loudspeaker Systems. 
Designed to meet the needs of the working musician, SONUS comprises four full-range models and two subwoofers. All feature low distortion, high-impact sonic capability, ease of transport, and durable construction to withstand the rigors of the road.
“We’re pleased to debut SONUS at NAMM, America’s premiere Music Industry Trade Event,” said Julia Lee, Community’s Director of Sales & Marketing. “As our latest product line, SONUS is ideally suited for distribution by MI dealers, not only here in the States, but all across our world market.”
“All SONUS models have been precision engineered, both acoustically and structurally, to perform night after night under the demanding conditions that traveling bands and DJ’s encounter in the professional club circuit. These properties make SONUS a great choice for fixed installation in music venues as well, where abusive conditions are commonplace,” concluded Ms. Lee.  
SONUS full-range models start with the S1296, a two-way system comprising a 12" cone driver and a 1" horn-loaded high frequency driver, housed in a multi-angle enclosure. The versatile S1296 works equally well as a FOH system or on the stage, as a floor monitor. 
Next in the line is the trapezoidal S1596, a 15"/1" two-way system with a well defined 90º x 60º polar pattern. Following the S1596, the larger S3294 makes the leap to a full three-way system employing a 12" LF cone driver, a 6.5" horn-loaded MF cone driver, and a 1" horn loaded HF compression driver. 
The largest of the line, the S3594, comprises a 15" cone driver with the same Mid/Hi section as the S3294. All models can be switched between active bi-amped and passive single-amped operation, to readily accommodate the needs of the user. A music/voice Presence Switch is provided as a quick means of altering the upper mid-range to suit the acoustical conditions of the venue. 
For extended low frequency response, the SONUS line includes two subwoofers with a choice of dual 15" or dual 18" high-power cone drivers. The dual 18" model is provided with integrated casters for convenient load-in and load-out. Both models feature a High-Pass Output for seamless integration with the full-range systems.
“SONUS loudspeakers are a perfect reflection of Community’s 35 years of know-how,” stated Ken DeLoria, Community’s Product Manager. “We’ve been able to incorporate many of our technological achievements into this new line such as mathematically correct hand-laid fiberglass horns, the use of Ferrofluid to reduce power compression and distortion, and our patented Cool-Coil™ heat evacuation system used in the subwoofers.”
“SONUS also represents the introduction of our patent-pending Carbon Ring Cone Technology to the MI market. We apply a radial carbon ring to the rear of the cone to stiffen the cone material without adding appreciable mass, and to strengthen the bond between the cone and the surround. The result is lower distortion, higher reliability, and freedom from cone deformation. Equally important, this technology allows us to make the piston area of the cone 30% larger than a conventional cone in the same basket, improving both the sensitivity and the bass response,” DeLoria continued. 
All models in the line include DYNA-TECH™ active protection circuitry. DYNA-TECH uses the power of the amplifier to drive a three-stage active limiter that handles abusive conditions with ease. 
“Each of these technologies stands on its own as a significant improvement to the status quo. Taken together, these varied technologies have substantially raised the bar on affordable, high-performance professional loudspeakers,” concluded DeLoria.
MIDDLE SCHOOLS GET TOP-FLIGHT AUDIO
PHILADELPHIA, PA - As A/V technology continues to evolve, sophisticated PA systems are no longer the exclusive domain of big budget auditoriums and venues. Just outside of Philadelphia, the Merion School District’s Bala Cynwyd Middle School and Welsh Valley Middle School each recently installed audio systems in the schools’ auditoriums that pack some serious power and control. 
As A/V technology continues to evolve, sophisticated PA systems are no longer the exclusive domain of big budget auditoriums and venues. Just outside of Philadelphia, the Merion School District’s Bala Cynwyd Middle School and Welsh Valley Middle School each recently installed audio systems in the schools’ auditoriums that pack some serious power and control. 
Both auditoriums now offer audio systems based around Community’s iBOX systems. Welsh Valley’s 
system utilizes two iBOX iHP1296 two-way loudspeakers, augmented by three iBOX iHP3594 three-way systems. Bala Cynwyd uses a similar system, replacing the iHP1296 boxes with iHP-1244 for a tighter coverage pattern. Bala Cynwyd’s system is augmented with three CPL-27 two-way cabinets, as well as a selection of Community’s CLOUD6 and CLOUD12 ceiling speakers.
The project, designed by D.J. Siebert with consultants Snyder-Hoffman Associates, was somewhat atypical. As Chris Dietze, president of Philadelphia-based systems integrators Clear Sound explains, “It’s unusual for 120V electrical work to be part of the scope of an A/V contract, but in this case the combined contract required the installation of an isolation transformer and 20-circuit distribution panel for each audio system. Both auditoriums are built slab-in-grade and have hard concrete floors, so part of the job involved saw-cutting the floor to install boxes for microphones and AC receptacles.” With Welsh Valley also receiving a 196-channel lighting system as part of the project, Clear Sound brought in an electrical subcontractor for the high-voltage aspects. 
“The designer had specified the iBOX as the main system for the auditoriums,” Dietze reports, “and it really was an excellent choice. This was my first iBOX install, and I’ve been impressed with the quality and the clarity of the boxes. And Community has been incredibly helpful, even down to swapping out the boxes when the customer decided on a color change. Great people to work with.”
Both schools’ systems also include Mackie’s 40-channel Onyx 4080 mixing consoles with Onyx 40R digital interfaces and full patchbays at FOH, a 64x16 Aviom digital snake, 16 channels of Shure LXP-series wireless microphones, QSC amplification and Rane DSP.
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EVENT TECH CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF SOUND
When Eric Maynard founded Event Tech in 1981, the live sound industry was a very different place. “People pretty much assembled their own systems from components,” he recalls. “There wasn’t a market for two- and three-way systems in a box like we have now.” 
Like most live sound providers back then, Event Tech was a young upstart company run by feisty guys with strong backs and good ears. Even early on, Maynard understood the importance of having the best sound system available. 
“Our relationship to Community goes back to the late 1980’s,” Maynard recounts. “We wanted to put together a system that could handle a full-spectrum concert – not an 
easy thing in those days. I knew Bruce Howze, and had heard he was developing a trapezoidal box, which sounded like exactly what we were looking for. We got on the phone, and Bruce was just finishing the first prototypes for what would become the RS880 three-way system. He loaded them into a van and drove down from Philly with four of them, which we tried out with a regional band we were working with. It was really exactly what we were looking for. We ended up buying some of the first production models.” 
Maynard provided Howze with valuable input during the development of the RS880, as well as the VBS415 subwoofer, two of Community’s most enduring and legendary lines. “Bruce was always great about accepting feedback from us on his designs,” Maynard explains. “Back then, the big manufacturers were focused on the cinema sound market, and it was tough to get them to pay much attention to a bunch of live sound people. But with Bruce and the guys at Community, we always felt like they were on the same page with us, and really understood our needs.”
Hanover, MD-based Event Tech has spent the past quarter-century building an enviable reputation as a leading concert and live event provider in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. area, covering everything from concerts and conventions to commencements and special events. “The past few years in particular have been very busy,” remarks Mike Aug, Event Tech’s VP of Sales and Marketing. “We’ve been doing more shows and adding more gear.”
One of the acquisitions they’re most happy with is their arsenal of Community TLF218, a dual 18-inch subwoofer that delivers solid bass down to 40 Hz. “We were in the market for a flyable subwoofer, and really hadn’t found the right box that had the power and output we wanted to hear,” says Aug. “When we heard the TLF, that was all we needed. We were totally impressed with the output and the sonic quality. It’s by far one of the best subwoofers out there.”
Maynard recounts an event shortly after they purchased the TLF subs that convinced them they’d made the right decision. “We were doing a concert at the University of Maryland by The Roots, a well-known hip hop/funk band from Philly,” he recalls. “The flown array included 16 TLF218 double 18-inch subs. A few minutes after they started their set, the lights in the scoreboard shattered, raining glass on four or five rows of the audience. It turned out the scoreboard just wasn’t built to withstand the heavy beats coming from the subs, and it had loosened the fixtures. No one was hurt, but it certainly made a statement about the TLF’s.”
The company celebrated their 25th anniversary this year, busier than ever, and with a full roster of events already planned for the coming year they have no plans to slow down. “We’re fortunate to have customers who appreciate our high level of quality,” says Aug. “As long as the phone keeps ringing, we’ll keep doing what we do best.”
       
            
  BURRISS INTRODUCES EFFECTS PEDALSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique 
audio electronics company dedicated to recapturing the voice of the musician, has introduced 
the new Boostier II and Boostiest II Effects Pedals. “The pedals are hand made and hard 
wired to deliver the sound it takes up to four others to create,” says Robert Burriss 
creator, guitar player and namesake of the line.Since 1998 Burriss Amps has been 
the ultimate in boutique companies, supplying quality effects pedals and one-off 
customized tube amps as well as distribution cross country and around the world.In 
2006, Burriss Amps joined forces with another Lexington, KY company, QED, Inc. to 
allow Burriss to grow production capabilities while maintaining the hand-made quality 
of each pedal that is shipped. Burris Amps is also introducing the Shadow, dB Special 
and SwitchMaster tube amps.For more information about Burriss Amps, please visit 
them at , by calling 877-741-4612 / 859-381-0152.BURRISS INTRODUCES NEW 
TUBE AMPSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique audio electronics company 
dedicated to recapturing the voice of the musician, has introduced three new hand made 
guitar amplifiers each featuring tube technology and point-to-point wiring. “We deliver an 
amp that will be an extension of the musicians own voice and instrument – crystal clear 
and not obscured by technology,” says Robert Burriss creator, guitar player and 
namesake of the line.This new line includes the Shadow, the dB Special, and the 
SwitchMaster with each system available in three configurations: 1 x 12”; 2 x 12” 
and 2 x 10”. The Shadow is a single channel amp with a clean, mild overdrive and a 
big American voice. The dB Special is a single channel amp with an aggressive 
high gain with amazing available volume. The SwitchMaster brings both amps 
together as a dual-channel, foot-switchable amp delivering a clean American 
voice with a rock/jazz switch in one mode and a boost for solos and screaming 
distortion in the other.Since 1998 Burriss Amps has been the ultimate in boutique 
audio electronics companies, supplying one-off customized tube amps as well as 
distribution cross country and around the world.In 2006, Burriss Amps joined forces 
with another Lexington, KY company, QED, Inc. to allow Burriss to grow production 
capabilities while maintaining the hand-made quality of each amp that is shipped. 
Burris Amps is also introducing the Boostier II and Boostiest II effects Pedals.For 
more information about Burriss Amps, please visit them at , by calling 877-741-4612 / 
859-381-0152.   
    
      BURRISS INTRODUCES EFFECTS PEDALSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique BURRISS INTRODUCES EFFECTS PEDALSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique 
audio electronics company dedicated to recapturing the voice of the musician, has 
introduced the new Boostier II and Boostiest II Effects Pedals. “The pedals are hand 
made and hard wired to deliver the sound it takes up to four others to create,” says 
Robert Burriss creator, guitar player and namesake of the line.Since 1998 Burriss 
Amps has been the ultimate in boutique companies, supplying quality effects 
pedals and one-off customized tube amps as well as distribution cross country 
and around the world.In 2006, Burriss Amps joined forces with another Lexington, 
KY company, QED, Inc. to allow Burriss to grow production capabilities while maintaining 
the hand-made quality of each pedal that is shipped. Burris Amps is also introducing the 
Shadow, dB Special and SwitchMaster tube amps.For more information about Burriss Amps, 
please visit them at , by calling 877-741-4612 / 859-381-0152.BURRISS INTRODUCES 
NEW TUBE AMPSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique audio electronics 
company dedicated to recapturing the voice of the musician, has introduced 
three new hand made guitar amplifiers each featuring tube technology and point-to-
point wiring. “We deliver an amp that will be an extension of the musicians 
own voice and instrument – crystal clear and not obscured by technology,” 
says Robert Burriss creator, guitar player and namesake of the line.This new 
line includes the Shadow, the dB Special, and the SwitchMaster with each system 
available in three configurations: 1 x 12”; 2 x 12” and 2 x 10”. The Shadow is a single 
channel amp with a clean, mild overdrive and a big American voice. The dB Special is a 
single channel amp with an aggressive high gain with amazing available volume. 
The SwitchMaster brings both amps together as a dual-channel, foot-switchable 
amp delivering a clean American voice with a rock/jazz switch in one mode and a 
boost for solos and screaming distortion in the other.Since 1998 Burriss Amps has 
been the ultimate in boutique audio electronics companies, supplying one-off 
customized tube amps as well as distribution cross country and around the world.
In 2006, Burriss Amps joined forces with another Lexington, KY company, QED, Inc. 
to allow Burriss to grow production capabilities while maintaining the hand-made quality 
of each amp that is shipped. Burris Amps is also introducing the Boostier II and 
Boostiest II effects Pedals.For more information about Burriss Amps, please visit 
them at , by calling 877-741-4612 / 859-381-0152.  BURRISS INTRODUCES EFFECTS PEDALSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique audio electronics company dedicated to recapturing the voice of the musician, has introduced the new Boostier II and Boostiest II Effects Pedals. “The pedals are hand made and hard wired to deliver the sound it takes up to four others to create,” says Robert Burriss creator, guitar player and namesake of the line.Since 1998 Burriss Amps has been the ultimate in boutique companies, supplying quality effects pedals and one-off customized tube amps as well as distribution cross country and around the world.In 2006, Burriss Amps joined forces with another Lexington, KY company, QED, Inc. to allow Burriss to grow production capabilities while maintaining the hand-made quality of each pedal that is shipped. Burris Amps is also introducing the Shadow, dB Special and SwitchMaster tube amps.For more information about Burriss Amps, please visit them at , by calling 877-741-4612 / 859-381-0152.BURRISS INTRODUCES NEW TUBE AMPSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique audio electronics company dedicated to recapturing the voice of the musician, has introduced three new hand made guitar amplifiers each featuring tube technology and point-to-point wiring. “We deliver an amp that will be an extension of the musicians own voice and instrument – crystal clear and not obscured by technology,” says Robert Burriss creator, guitar player and namesake of the line.This new line includes the Shadow, the dB Special, and the SwitchMaster with each system available in three configurations: 1 x 12”; 2 x 12” and 2 x 10”. The Shadow is a single channel amp with a clean, mild overdrive and a big American voice. The dB Special is a single channel amp with an aggressive high gain with amazing available volume. The SwitchMaster brings both amps together as a dual-channel, foot-switchable amp delivering a clean American voice with a rock/jazz switch in one mode and a boost for solos and screaming distortion in the other.Since 1998 Burriss Amps has been the ultimate in boutique audio electronics companies, supplying one-off customized tube amps as well as distribution cross country and around the world.In 2006, Burriss Amps joined forces with another Lexington, KY company, QED, Inc. to allow Burriss to grow production capabilities while maintaining the hand-made quality of each amp that is shipped. Burris Amps is also introducing the Boostier II and Boostiest II effects Pedals.For more information about Burriss Amps, please visit them at , by calling 877-741-4612 / 859-381-0152.   BURRISS INTRODUCES EFFECTS PEDALSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique audio electronics company dedicated to recapturing the voice of the musician, has introduced the new Boostier II and Boostiest II Effects Pedals. “The pedals are hand made and hard wired to deliver the sound it takes up to four others to create,” says Robert Burriss creator, guitar player and namesake of the line.Since 1998 Burriss Amps has been the ultimate in boutique companies, supplying quality effects pedals and one-off customized tube amps as well as distribution cross country and around the world.In 2006, Burriss Amps joined forces with another Lexington, KY company, QED, Inc. to allow Burriss to grow production capabilities while maintaining the hand-made quality of each pedal that is shipped. Burris Amps is also introducing the Shadow, dB Special and SwitchMaster tube amps.For more information about Burriss Amps, please visit them at , by calling 877-741-4612 / 859-381-0152.BURRISS INTRODUCES NEW TUBE AMPSLexington, Kentucky – Burriss Amps, a boutique audio electronics company dedicated to recapturing the voice of the musician, has introduced three new hand made guitar amplifiers each featuring tube technology and point-to-point wiring. “We deliver an amp that will be an extension of the musicians own voice and instrument – crystal clear and not obscured by technology,” says Robert Burriss creator, guitar player and namesake of the line.This new line includes the Shadow, the dB Special, and the SwitchMaster with each system available in three configurations: 1 x 12”; 2 x 12” and 2 x 10”. The Shadow is a single channel amp with a clean, mild overdrive and a big American voice. The dB Special is a single channel amp with an aggressive high gain with amazing available volume. The SwitchMaster brings both amps together as a dual-channel, foot-switchable amp delivering a clean American voice with a rock/jazz switch in one mode and a boost for solos and screaming distortion in the other.Since 1998 Burriss Amps has been the ultimate in boutique audio electronics companies, supplying one-off customized tube amps as well as distribution cross country and around the world.In 2006, Burriss Amps joined forces with another Lexington, KY company, QED, Inc. to allow Burriss to grow production capabilities while maintaining the hand-made quality of each amp that is shipped. Burris Amps is also introducing the Boostier II and Boostiest II effects Pedals.For more information about Burriss Amps, please visit them at , by calling 877-741-4612 / 859-381-0152.