GET $15 BACK FROM SHURE ON YOUR BETA* PURCHASE

Offer Valid May 1 - June 30, 2008

For a limited time, recieve a $15 rebate on select Shure Beta* Microphone purchases - including drum mics!

Used in local clubs on on world tours by top artists, Beta mics are knows for their sensitivity to fine details in the most demanding performance environments.

Download the Rebate Form for more details.

* Select models only: Beta 57A®, Beta 58A®, Beta 87A™, Beta 87C™, Beta 52®A, Beta 56®A,

Beta 91™, and Beta 98D/S

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ProSafe products have always been designed and built to the higher standards required for business-class network. To clearly demonstrate that NETGEAR products offer world-class quality, NETGEAR now offers a full lifetime hardware warranty on ProSafe products- switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.

This means that as long as customers own their ProSafe equipment, NETGEAR will replace it if it breaks. NETGEAR knows that ProSafe products are reliable and wants its customers to find that out, too.

Please contact CBC Technical at 877-4-CBC-Tech to find out more.

Ashly launches the new Ethernet capable NE-Series with multi-channel amplifiers. Targeted for the performance installation and 25V/70V/100V constant voltage markets, these amplifiers add a new level of power and control from the simplest to most advanced audio system applications. The models include both four and eight channel low impedance, 25V, 70V and 100V amplifiers. All amplifiers come equipped to run with Ashly’s control software which operates using standard Ethernet protocol. Power at four ohms 25V, 70V and 100V is 250W. Input options include Euroblock (standard) and DSP. Cobranet, and AES/EBU modules will be available as future options

Four and eight channel amplifier models are initially offered two ways; standard input with euroblock connectors and “pe” (Protea enabled) with euroblock input connectors and world renowned Protea DSP signal processing. (CobraNet and AES available Q3.)

The DSP library is extensive and utilizes a SHARC 32-bit/96kHz processor. Processing blocks include Graphic, Parametric, Notch and Shelving Equalization, High-, Low- and All-Pass Filters (HPF/LPF/APF) with up to 48dB/Octave slopes, Delay, Compressor/Limiter, Gate, Ducking, Gain and Signal Generators (sinewave, white and pink noise).

Additionally, each amplifier also provides DC voltage control of the calibrated Input attenuators, which makes it a snap to control volume from remote locations, and Remote Power Turn-on/-off with sequential power on/off circuitry built right into the amplifier. LED indicators for power, standby, protect, bridge mono, parallel mono, network communications and each channel has a four-step signal meter, temperature and current indicators.

CobraNet revolutionized the distribution of audio in large-scale venues. However, if you’ve used CobraNet, you’ve run into a couple of “gotcha’s”. Since CobraNet is based on multiple virtual bundles of 8 audio channels, it is generally too expensive to use in transporting small numbers of audio channels. Rane’s new Mongoose and RAD remotes solve these problems (along with a few others) by converting audio to or from digital at the wall plate and transporting it over CAT 5 cables. It allows you to route these remotes to or from CobraNet and aggregate audio channels for full bundle utilization. Mongoose provides significant reductions in cost, labor and set up:

• CAT 5 cable instead of more expensive mic cables.
• Automatic self-testing of cables and remotes.
• Eliminates EMI and ground loops.
• Allows hot-swapping of RAD remote wall plates.
• Crimp-on RJ-45 connectors rather than soldering XLRs.

Mongoose’s 32-by-32 matrix router receives 16 audio channels from eight RADs via eight 8P8C (RJ-45) RAD ports. The second group of 16 input channels comes from two eight-channel CobraNet receive Bundles via CobraNet Primary and Secondary/backup ports. The 32 matrix router outputs 16 channels to eight RADs and 16 more channels to two CobraNet transmit Bundles.

RADs convert analog audio to and from 24-bit, 48 kHz digital audio and mount in standard US electrical gang boxes. CAT 5 cable transport four channels – two in each direction – along with power, ground and a communications channel via Rane’s proprietary RAD Network.

The Ethernet port provides direct or network connection to a computer running the included Mongoose Tracker setup software. It supports Auto MDI/MDIX, which detects and permits either an Ethernet crossover cable (included) or a standard Ethernet cable when directly connecting to a computer for setup.

Mongoose and RAD remotes are scheduled to ship May 2008.

LAS VEGAS, NV, April 14, 2008—This year’s NAB will mark the industry debut of the new Shure UR1M Micro-Bodypack in booth #N2830. Offering superior wireless audio in an ultra-compact package — about half the size of most standard bodypacks and weighing just three ounces with two AAA batteries — the UR1M is designed to be easily concealed and worn comfortably by actors, performers, musicians, and public speakers.

Operating with the premium Shure UHF-R® wireless microphone system platform using the latest version of the Shure Wireless Workbench software, the subminiature device uses the patented Shure Audio Reference Companding technology to deliver crystal-clear audio and a 60-75 MHz tuning range (region dependent)—twice that of any other bodypack on the market.

Tunable in 25 kHz increments and providing a sum total of up to 3,000 selectable frequencies, the UR1M also offers:

• selectable 10mW or 50mW RF power
• up to nine hours of battery life
• audio level metering
• a backlit LCD display

During the manufacture of each UR1M, the circuit board is specially treated to greatly enhance the sweat resistance and durability of the device, allowing it to be worn close to the skin. As easy to use and setup as any other UHF-R Series product, the miniature bodypack complements its list of functional features with a choice of TQG or Lemo-3 connectors and selectable alkaline, lithium primary, or NIMH battery curves for accurate power metering.

The UR1M was the only bodypack used during the broadcast of the 2008 Academy Awards, worn by host Jon Stewart with a Shure WL51 cardioid subminiature lavalier microphone. It also was used at the 2008 Miss America Pageant and is currently on tour with Maroon 5.  The UR1M has a suggested retail price of $3,198 (UR1M/LEMO3 is $3,298) and will be available globally from authorized Shure dealers in summer 2008.

“There are certainly other miniature bodypacks out there, but the new UR1M is the first that I consider to be part of a superb sounding wireless microphone system,” notes audio engineer Don Worsham, one of the first to put the device to work in the field. “In-back-to-back comparisons we made on the set at this year’s Miss America pageant with a full-size pack, we found that we couldn’t distinguish the difference. The miniature pack offers the same improved frequency response and dynamic range, and performs with identical signal-to-noise and low distortion characteristics.  I’m still wondering how Shure managed to cram all of that into such a small space.”

Engineers and executives from CBC Technical recently attended Bosch’s Music Retail Academy in Burnsville, Minnesota. The academy covered the dynamic range of products offered by Electrovoice, Midas, Klark Teknik and Dynacord including speakers, microphones, amplifiers, system processors and mixing consoles.

“The information gathered in the academy will help us better serve our customers by choosing the correct piece of equipment for their situation,” says Scott Chester, President & CEO of CBC Technical who was in attendance for the three day academy. “With so many products from manufacturers it is important that our staff knows the difference between the products to give our customers the best sounding system that will meet their requirements – budgetary or otherwise. It is important that even our staff members with years of experience continue to spend time in training to keep on top of changing product lines and emerging technologies.”

Attendees were given a sneak peak at some new products that will be released soon to fill some existing gaps between product lines and increase performance. Electrovoice does not believe in bringing a product to market simply to copy another line; rather, they prefer to create products suited for the application for which they are needed. “Electrovice and their family of brands provide a good range of products to fit the needs of the versatile situations we encounter and their business philosophy seems to be much in line with our vision here at CBC,” Chester says. “They don’t make a product just to hit a price point and while price is a compelling factor we don’t compete directly on price; instead we rely on our superior customer service and offerings while considering the total cost of ownership.”

If you have questions about the services that CBC Technical can provide for you or need help in choosing the correct product for your situation, please give CBC Technical a call at 877-4-CBC-TECH.

The new Merit-x series provides convenient, rackmountable power conditioning solutions to the value-conscious consumer. Upgrades from the previous Merit models include increased protection with a higher joule rating, increased AC noise filtration for a lower noise floor, and a more robust chassis, with wall-wart outlet spacing on the rear panel to accommodate bulky power transformers.

The series offers three new products. The M-8x provides eight filtered and protected rear-panel outlets with a front-panel convenience outlet and “Protection OK” indicator light. The M-8Lx adds pull-out light tubes (with dimmer knob) for discreet rack illumination, while the M-8Dx provides light tubes as well as a laboratory-grade front-panel digital voltmeter to monitor incoming voltage.

“We are very excited to introduce the new Merit-x series to our discriminating customers,” said Dave Keller, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Furman and Panamax. “For users who have come to rely on the technologies of our Merit series, the new products offer even greater levels of protection and filtration for sensitive components.”

The new Merit-x series will be available in March at an SRP of $70 for the M-8x, $110 for the M-8Lx, and $150 for the M-8Dx.

CBC Technical recently designed and installed a small television studio for a major golf equipment manufacturer. The project was a complete success. Utilizing a combination of products from all of the American DJ group of companies, CBC was able to provide a quality product well within the established budget. Project manager Nathaniel Pitcher thought the project was a great success saying: “It was great being able to get everything from one source. The support from the companies has been outstanding.”

Truss was provided from Global Truss. Installation was very easy, even within the compact space of this small office building. In addition, Global’s unique line of truss furniture was a perfect match to complete the look of the set. The client was thrilled beyond their expectations, saying: “It actually looks like a real studio.”

The Par 36 LED from American DJ allows great flexibility in changing the mood of the set. LED truss warmers were placed at every junction to really make the set shine. Their compact size and beam angle provided excellent coverage of the truss without spilling onto the rest of the set.

One of the challenges of turning a small office space into a television studio is the huge amount of power usually required for professional studio lighting. Along with the problem of  finding sufficient power was the amount of heat that typical studio fixtures give off. They simply would not work in a small space such as this. CBC overcame this challenge with Elation’s Design LED 36WA. The high output LEDs ran cool using hardly any power. They also gave the advantage of having remotely adjustable color temperature and intensity.

Bringing everything together was a Scene Setter controller from Elation and dmx cable from Accu-Cable. The Scene Setter’s flexibility and ease of use was unmatched by any controller in its price range.

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The ideal complement to the Countryman E6 and E6i EarSet microphones, the EarClip provides comfortable, adjustable, extremely low-profile two-ear support.

Built of the same lightweight, incredibly durable materials used in our EarSets, the EarClip tolerates sweat, weather, and makeup, while virtually disappearing on stage. Much lighter than other headsets, it fits easily and holds securely without distracting performers.

Purchase online or contact a CBC Technical representative at 877-4-CBC-TECH.

CBC Technical deployed Electro-Voice sound reinforcement to help a leading fast food brand “Make it Personal” to their employees: EV XLD281 super-compact line arrays were ground-stacked along with EV Xsub subwoofers under the stage, providing warm, high-resolution sound for video rolls and corporate executives alike.

Having carefully planned their deployment using EV’s LAPS (Line Array Prediction Software) back at their shop, CBC’s system design delivered even coverage throughout the soundstage, as well as reducing the impact on sightlines: “XLD was chosen for its amazing size and weight to performance ratio, which helped our staff minimize the time required to setup this show,” says Chris Batchelor, Production Manager. “That was exceptionally important at this event, due to timing restrictions and the amount of time the crew was allocated for load-in.”

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