Latest articles by Jack Kontney
Must-see pro audio products at NAB2009
New products ranging from hardware to software, input to output, are keyed to ease of operation and seamless post-DTV compatibility
Audio console trends
If you buy the wrong headset, you simply replace it. But if you buy the wrong audio console, you affect operations for years to come. As production needs
FCC order finalizes ban of RF mics in 700MHz range
Shure’s Chris Lyons explains the June 12 transition order and its implications for wireless users.
DTV transition delay to have no effect on TVBDs
Tech firms continue the development of TV band devices as the FCC moves toward finalizing rules for white spaces use
Microphone companies compare Grammy bragging rights
AKG, Audio-Technica, Sennheiser and Shure share their Grammy moments
Audio at 2010 NAB Show: The Year of Loudness
The clear trend among manufacturers is toward providing broadcasters with advanced loudness-control products.
FCC to announce national broadband plan March 17
The commission has set the lofty goal of connecting 93 million to the Web with affordable, high-speed Web access.
Poddio poises to disrupt status quo
VeriCorder co-founder David French talks about the development of Poddio, which replaces an entire field reporter’s toolkit with an iPhone app
Audio takes center stage at NAB2009
NAB attendees flocked to audio providers for seamless solutions to surround-sound and loudness control issues
Audio
The inevitable move to HD broadcasting requires a near-universal need for a new audio infrastructure. Fortunately, manufacturers are armed with a slew
Germany’s ZDF opens virtual news studio with Lawo, Vizrt systems
The new ZDF news studio features dual Lawo mc²90 consoles as the audio centerpiece in the integrated video environment.
FCC embraces open information online
Online initiatives are adding transparency through new Web sites and social media initiatives.
Linear Acoustic introduces AERO.mobile DTV audio manager at 2010 NAB Show
The new AERO.mobile processor delivers intelligibility and loudness control for DTV on mobile devices.
New Clear-Com products enable custom intercom
Concert and Tempest systems have created new options for broadcast and enterprise communications.
U.S. House votes for CALM
HR 1084 mandating commercial loudness leveling passes in the House in a voice vote.
FCC chairman announces support of Net Neutrality
Julius Genachowski announced his support of a free and open Internet in line with the principles of ‘net neutrality’ in his first major policy address.
AES programming for broadcasters hits on all cylinders
Wide-ranging technical sessions cover broadcast audio from input to output in the context of today’s media requirements.
Keeping broadcast talent healthy and happy with Microphome
Company founder Tommy McCoy discusses how his cleaner/disinfectant can eliminate the hygiene hazards of shared microphones.
FCC order finalizes ban of RF mics in 700MHz range
Shure’s Chris Lyons explains the June 12 transition order and its implications for wireless users.
Senate expected to confirm Genachowski as new FCC chairman
The upcoming committee hearing exposes views on broadband and mobile policies and puts nominees on the fast track to confirmation
Qualis Audio founder addresses audio monitoring with Sentinel
Richard Cabot has the prescription for post-DTV audio stress
Dolby Labs unveils plans for dual-stream decoder for TV receivers
The new Dolby multistream decoder architecture is intended to bridge functionality gaps in receivers across multiple broadcast standards
Euphonix announces record sales
Console manufacturer Euphonix recently announced record sales and an imminent move to a new HQ
