Big thanks to everyone who joined us at the London Olympia for the MPTS 2022.
Having been delayed for over two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Media Production and Technology Show was finally given the go-ahead for 2022. A two day event hosted at the London Olympia, MPTS 2022 featured all of the latest tech from the world of broadcast including audio, lighting, cameras and distribution technology.
Joining our partners Calrec Audio on a shared stand, we took the opportunity to showcase a number of products from our pro audio brands – including UK debuts for the Ferrofish A32pro Dante, and the new Calrec Type R talent panel and GPIO box.
We also had a variety of kit from RME, DirectOut and Appsys ProAudio. Check out the video below for a round-up with Calrec Audio’s Anthony Harrison (International Sales Manager) and Synthax UK’s Simon Roome (Broadcast Sales Manager).
If you’d like to know more about any of the products we had on show at MPTS 2022, give us a call on 01727 821 870 to speak to one of our team. You can also contact us here.
Media Production & Technology Show 2022 Review (Calrec & Synthax Audio UK)
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New Features added to Appsys ProAudio Multiverter & SRC
Appsys have also just released a new update (v5.0-Beta5 2022-05-03) for the Multiverter, adding a number of useful improvements to their powerful digital format converter and SRC (sample rate converter).
Channel routing has been made simpler when using different sample rates, and the SRC is now more flexible than previously. Prior to this update, SRC was applied to the Multiverter’s I/O in selectable blocks – now, any input or output can run on either clock domain (A or B). Sample rate conversion is also automatically applied for channels routed between the two different clock domains, with a maximum of 128 channels being converted.
The fixed 64 input and 64 output channel limitation has also been removed, providing better flexibility in how channels can be converted in either direction, offering 128 input SRCs only; 112 input SRCs and 16 output SRCs; 96 input SRCs and 32 output SRCs; all the way to 128 output SRCs only, all when operating at 48 kHz.
Finally the FlexLink connection (the “HDMI style” connector on the back panel of the Multiverter) now supports an impressive 192 channels (up from the previous 64), providing additional options when connecting with a second Multiverter, or the upcoming Appsys Flexiverter range.
“This update takes the versatility of the Multiverter to another level,” says Simon Roome, Synthax UK’s Broadcast Sales Manager. “The Multiverter was already a very useful problem solving tool – now, with the latest software installed, the Multiverter is a ‘must have’ for Sound Engineers working with multiple digital formats.”
For more information about installing this update, contact us here.
Find out more about the Appsys Multiverter and SRC
Photos from the Media Production & Technology Show 2022
Calrec Brio 36 and Type R
The Calrec Brio 36 is a 36 fader digital audio console designed specifically for smaller broadcasters and outside broadcast. Coming ready-equipped with Calrec’s Hydra2 networking capabilities, the Brio can easily integrate into any existing Hydra2 network for seamless communication with other Calrec consoles. Further customisation is also possible via a range of option cards and additional I/O boxes.
Calrec Type R is a modular IP-based console designed for TV and Radio production. Each system consists of a Core I/O rack unit for connectivity, alongside motorised fader panels and user-definable touch-screen displays for control.
The Type R platform was recently expanded with two new products, the Calrec Type R Talent Panel and GPIO box, both of which were on show for the first time in the UK at the MPTS 2022.
A slimline controller designed for use in radio, the Talent Panel allows radio show guests a selection of simple controls via its integrated high resolution TFT screen, such as source switching and headphone control, and can be further customised with common functions like a cough button and talkback.
Find out more about Calrec Brio
Find out more about Calrec Type R
Ferrofish A32pro Dante – New for 2022!
The Ferrofish A32pro and A32pro Dante are the latest in a long line of professional multi-channel converters from German pro audio manufacturer Ferrofish.
High-quality yet cost-effective, the new A32pro Dante packs more functionality than ever before into its 1U frame, with new features such as an intuitive touch-screen front-panel, 2 x headphone outputs (and main stereo output on TRS), GPIO, DSP expansion and more.
Find out more about the Ferrofish A32pro Dante
DirectOut Prodigy
The DirectOut Prodigy.MC and Prodigy.MP are modular, state-of-the-art audio converters and signal processors designed for use in professional live sound, broadcast, installation and recording applications.
With extensive multi-channel analogue (Mic/Line) and digital options – including formats such as MADI coaxial, MADI optical, Dante, Ravenna, AES-3 and Waves SoundGrid – DirectOut’s Prodigy Series are highly configurable, fully redundant, and feature advanced technologies like the Buffer Loop Detection System™ (BLDS), Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching™ (EARS) and FastSRC™.
Find out more about the DirectOut Prodigy MC/MP
DirectOut ExBox Series
The DirectOut Exbox Series is a selection of digital audio switches and format converters, designed for use in live audio and production environments with advanced requirements (such as auto switching and redundancy).
With options for formats including MADI coaxial, MADI optical, Dante, Ravenna and AES-3, DirectOut’s ExBox range is perfectly suited for a ‘mission-critical’ applications, and feature advanced technologies like the Buffer Loop Detection System™ (BLDS) and Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching™ (EARS).
Find out more about the DirectOut ExBox Series
RME 12Mic and Fireface UCX II
The RME 12Mic is a high-end, network-capable 12-channel microphone preamplifier. Designed for the next decade, RME’s range of AoIP-capable devices combine professional multi-channel audio with maximum flexibility, allowing for seamless integration with the next generation of audio networks.
All new AD/DA converters, optimised analogue circuitry, as well as improved SNR and THD values guarantee pristine, crystal clear and transparent audio for any application – studio, live, broadcast and installations.
Find out more about the RME 12Mic
Find out more about the RME Fireface UCX II
If you’d like to know more about any of the products supplied by Synthax Audio UK, give us a call on 01727 821 870 to speak to one of our team or to arrange a demo.
You can also contact us here.