As part of its new Summer NAMM line up Yamaha has introduced its DSR series of loudspeakers from there pro-audio, live sound group. The line is comprised of the DSR-112, DSR-115, DSR-215, and the DSR-118W sub-woofer. With built in amplifiers and the all-new D-CONTOUR multi-band dynamic processing these new speakers deliver class leading power and DSP effects.

"These loudspeakers deliver top-quality performance and are ideally suited for a wide range of professional applications," said Wayne Hrabak, marketing manager, Live Sound, Yamaha Pro Audio & Combo Division. "The new innovations in these speakers set the standard for affordable active speakers by delivering class-leading power, extreme sound pressure levels and a listening experience that redefines high definition audio."

Built in to the DSR speakers are leading edge digital technological innovations including Integral Digital Tuning, Intelligent Dynamic Control, Powerful Digital Drive and extensive DSP protection.

With input power rated at 1800 watts continuous and 3600 watts program, Danley Sound Labs new TH-118 subwoofer will offer the ultimate in base response to all but the largest of performance spaces. The TH-118 adds an 18 inch driver to Danley's line of patent pending tapped horn subwoofers. Light weight and portable, this line of subwoofers provide a flat, low and powerful bass. They also feature interlocking skids for building banks of multiples, providing stunning bass and low frequency directivity for large venue and outdoor concert spaces. They also provide a variety of fly points for permanent installation applications.

Specs on these units include a 40 Hz to 250 Hz with ≤ 3dB of variance and power out of 146dBSPL @ 134 Hz. Input impedance is nominal 4 ohms with min 3 ohms at 67 Hz. Msrp for these models is $3332. For more information go to www.danleysoundlabs.com

Los Angeles, CA, May 11, 2010 — The latest successor to Roland's long line of electronic percussion multi-pads is now shipping. The Octapad SPD-30 features 8 independent Trigger Pads, hundreds of built in sounds, multi-effects and multiple inputs for external triggers and controllers.

Using the latest trigger technology from Roland’s industry-leading V-Drums®, the pads on the OCTAPAD SPD-30 feature an extremely natural and responsive playing feel. The eight separate trigger surfaces provide superior dynamic response, trigger consistency over a pad’s entire surface, and the elimination of crosstalk.

The OCTAPAD SPD-30 includes 50 kits and hundreds of cutting-edge drum and percussion sounds. Powerful onboard effects include 30 types of multi-effects that can be used on individual kits, and Ambience with an Equalizer and Limiter that can be applied to the overall OCTAPAD SPD-30 sound. The Phrase Loop recording feature allows the player to loop recorded sounds in real time, and then overdub additional parts or sounds. With the ability to record three parts per phrase, Phrase Loop is a powerful creative tool for live performance and recording.

The Yamaha IM8 series brings experience and know-how accumulated over 35 years in the production of industry-leading mixing consoles to bear in three mid-size consoles that cut no corners when it comes to overall performance and sonic quality. In addition to no-compromise design and development aimed at delivering the finest performance and most useful feature set available in this class, production and assembly are carried out at Yamaha's own domestic facilities – the same factories where the legendary Yamaha PM series consoles are produced – to ensure unrelenting quality control throughout. Every inch of these extraordinary consoles is well thought out and built for a purpose. There are no unnecessary features, and nothing is out of place. The IM8 series consoles deliver a basic but plentiful complement of features plus truly transparent, high-resolution sound with tireless reliability.

These are consoles for serious sound applications, and will provide eminently professional performance, sound, and control in permanent installations or on the road.

Available in 3 Models.

• IM8-24
• IM8-32
• IM8-40

Los Angeles, CA, April 20, 2010 — BOSS® is proud to announce the availability of the ME-25 Guitar Multiple Effects to its popular line of floor-based multi-effects. The compact and durable ME-25 inherits its high-quality sounds from the flagship ME-70, and packs a ton of BOSS tone tools into one amazingly affordable package.

Sporting a quick and easy user interface for professionals and newcomers alike, the ME-25 features a full compliment of COSM® amplifier models. The onboard Sound Library comes loaded with 60 effects combinations suitable for a wide range of playing styles. The ME-25 runs on six AA batteries or AC power, and its portable size makes it ready to rock anywhere.

After checking out the offerings of 2,340 exhibitors in 16 halls at this years Musikmesse in Frankfurt, Germany, they have come up with their top 10 'Certified Hits'. And while it's hard to not be impressed by the 13,000 watt potential of a 4x21" array of woofers, and the compact speaker array by Meyer Sound would have come in handy in on several occasions, but my personal favorite is the Digital Mellotron. With 100+ classic Mellotron/Chamberlin samples and a wooden keyboard for traditional feel, it appears to be a real winner for those who love the classic sound without the reliability issues and hassles of complex tape changes. Have a look at the video introduction.

Korg also has sweet offering with there new little analogue synthesizers. A real analogue synth in a compact package with a ribbon keyboard. Classic analogue sound in a modern and compact package.

In Alphabetical order the top ten picks are:

With Musikmesse 2010 in full swing in Frankfurt, Germany a wave of new product introductions have been unleashed by manufacturers of all sizes and nationalities. While much of the action is in the area of software plugins for the major Digital Audio Workstations DAWs, there is some cool hardware taking the stage and I thought I would provide some peeks at what is coming up. Here is the first batch of products that are drawing attention on the convention floor.