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When it comes to wireless microphones, Sennheiser are often seen as the leaders in quality. From the EW100 series through to the 5000 series, quality and performance are at the heart of their systems. Like many professional hire companies, we put our trust in Sennheiser for our hire radio mics. We have two racks of EW100 series systems that have never let us down.

Sennheiser also make it easy to get the system you require on the frequency band you need. Whether you want channel 70, the new channel 38 or any band in-between, Sennheiser have a wireless microphone that will work on that band. In fact, you can buy a system on band E, D, C, GB, B, G & A which roughly translates to any frequency between 518-865 MHz.

The only problem that your average wireless microphone user may have with Sennheiser, is the fact that the cheapest EW100 system will cost you just over £500. Although you are assured a product that will meet the challenges of any gig, the price point is a little bit over most user’s budget. In the past the only cheap Sennheiser system you could buy would be the FREEPORT systems however, they are not in the same league as any other Sennheiser system. Things have now changed . . . Introducing the new XSW range.
The XS Wireless series brings the high end feel and Sennheiser quality to a system that costs around £299. Finally Sennheiser have a quality system in reach of the average consumer. The XS Wireless is now a true entry product in to the professional audio world. These systems give you the reliable transmission and sound quality you would expect from the ranges above but with a price tag over £200 off. For those looking to run just a couple of systems, a channel 70 option is available. For those touring and wanting 10 system running on channel 38, it is now possible with the XS Wireless.
Like their other ranges, you have the choice of the

Sennheiser XSW12 Lapel Wireless system
Sennheiser XSW35 Handheld Wireless system
Sennheiser XSW65 Condenser handheld Wireless system
Sennheiser XSW52 Headset wireless system
Sennheiser XSW72 Instrument wireless system.

Whatever your needs, the XSW has a system to fulfill it. The whole XSW Wireless Microphone range is now shipping and EAV can offer you some great deals. Give us a call and we will be happy to help - 0845 125 9409

Yamaha are now shipping their new DXR range of active PA Speakers. EAV Pro Audio have already started selling them and we are very impressed with the features these speakers have. At the bottom of this post is a little overview video.

The DXR Series of PA speakers consists of four full-range speakers; the Yamaha DXR8, the Yamaha DXR10, The Yamaha DXR12 and finally the Yamaha DXR15. Obviously the numbers reflect the woofer size of the speaker. The speakers are perfect for any front of house sound needs as well as being great as monitors or even in a rigged application. All the DXR speakers have class-D amplifiers that deliver 1100watts of power even in the little 8 inch version. Each speaker also includes an onboard 3 channel mixer, this makes them perfect for simple vocal and backing track scenarios. The speakers are moulded in rugged, non-resonant ABS enclosures. They have dual angle pole-mount sockets and can also be hung from their rigging points.

The DXR Speakers also have the active DXS subs which compliment them perfectly and adds the bass needed to get that massive sound. The video below gives you a little more detail about the features found on these cracking PA speakers.

EAV pro Audio have just received an email from our suppliers at Behringer regarding the new digital mixing desk that is about to land in the UK called the Behringer X32. Now let’s be honest, Behringer are not renowned for high end pro audio equipment however, this desk has been developed in conjunction with their sister companies MIDAS and KLARK TEKNIK who are very much known for their quality and professional high end audio products.

This desk has not landed in the UK yet so we cannot comment on our experience with the mixer however, looking at the videos on our product page and the specs of the Behringer X32, we can say that we are excited about it and actually think this could be the product to watch in 2012. The expected shipping dates for this is late May/ early June and this came from the UK Behringer representative only this morning.

So, let’s take a look at some of the key specs

• 32-channel total recall digital mixer with fully programmable high-end mic preamps and 16 mix buses, configurable as subgroups
• Main LCR and all 16 mix buses featuring inserts, 6-band parametric EQ's and dynamics processing
• 16 analog XLR outputs plus 6 additional line in/outputs, 2 phones connectors and a talkback section with integrated or external mic
• 48-channel digital snake ready* via AES50 ports featuring KLARK TEKNIK’s SuperMAC networking capability for ultra-low jitter and latency
• Built-in expansion port for Firewire/USB/ADAT card* featuring standalone 16-channel recorder or other networking interfaces
• Virtual FX rack featuring 8 true-stereo FX slots for high-end simulations of famous outboard gear such as KLARK TEKNIK DN780, EMT250 etc. (included)
• Ultra-high power 32-Bit floating-point DSP features "unlimited" dynamic range, no internal overload and near-zero latency between in and outputs
• 6 mute groups and 8 DCA groups on 8 dedicated 100 mm motorized faders
• Super-easy user interface and dedicated channel strip section with direct access controls for intuitive workflow
• High-resolution 7" color TFT with associated controls and individual RGB backlit graphic LCD's in every channel
• 25 motorized 100 mm faders, extensive channel strip plus dedicated user-definable control section
• USB flash connector providing file storage for uncompressed recordings plus show presets and system updates
• Connectivity for BEHRINGER's P-16 Personal Monitoring System*, AES/EBU stereo digital output and MIDI
• 6 independent matrix mix buses featuring inserts, 6-band parametric EQ's and dynamics processing
• Adjustable line delays available on all physical in and outputs
• Networked remote control or show setups with remote editor software via USB and Ethernet ports (included)
• Powerful scene management for convenient handling of complex productions
• High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life

Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany

So couple these specs with the videos on our X32 product page and you have something that at a price point of £1799, could be massive.

EAV Pro Audio are taking Pre-Orders for this desk now and let me tell you, a little bird has told me that the quantity Behringer X32 Digital Mixers coming in is far less than what has been ordered. Get your orders in now to make sure you receive one from the very first UK shipment.

Adding to our range of FBT PA Speakers comes the EvoMaxX range. Similar to the ProMaxX, the EvoMaxX has a range of speakers in both active and passive versions. Price wise, the Evo MaxX comes in a little under their Pro cousins.

FBT Audio over in Italy designed the EvoMaxX with one thing in mine and that is value for money. They are a lightweight speaker built in a sturdy polypropylene cabinets that features a monitor taper designed which makes them a true versatile speaker. Whether you require a front of house speaker for your band PA or an installation speaker, the EvoMaxX is the perfect choice.

We have also added accessories such as speaker covers and cables that are available on each product page. Take a look at the full range of EvoMaxx speakers below

FBT EVoMaxX 2
FBT EVoMaxX 2a
FBT EVoMaxX 4
FBT EVoMaxX 4a
FBT EVoMaxX 6
FBT EVoMaxX 6a
FBT EVoMaxX 9SA Sub

EAV Pro Audio have been flying the flag for racked & racked up wireless microphones since Trantec first unveiled to the world their systems. Since then, we have supplied racked systems to schools, hire companies, churches and engineers all across the UK. Now in early 2012, the choice for Racked and Ready wireless microphones has just got bigger.

Trantec Racked and Ready Wireless Microphones
The old classic, and still going strong are the Trantec systems. In their budget 4.16 range you can get a 4, 6, & 8 way system that will do you for most applications. If you want to move up in quality and quantity then the S5.3 will give you 4, 6, 8, 10 & 12 way systems. Even better stillm, their S5.5 systems will do all the above and there are talks of a 16 way system coming very soon. All the Trantec racked systems come with antennae distribution and an option for a remote antennae kit is always there. You get the choice of either handheld transmitters or lapel bodypacks.

Sennheiser eRack
Sennheiser are renowned the world over for their quality radio mics. The eRack offers you a four way racked up system of either their EW100, EW300 or EW500 wireless systems with full antennae distribution. You can pick and choice which systems you require from their ranges of handheld, lapel, headset, instrument and condenser. They come racked in a Sennheiser branded case with a draw for your transmitters to sit in

Audio Technica 700 Series On A Budget
The budget 700 series racked units have been a big seller for EAV. The 8 way or 12 way systems allow you to have multiple wireless systems running at once. Now the 700 series have attached antennae which mean you cannot run antennae distribution however, I personally installed one of the 12 way systems into a nearby college and they had no issues running the system from the back of a hall.

Want more than the above options?
We just call or email us. No matter what type of racked and ready system you require, we can build one in house for you. Just because the manufacturers don’t list a racked up system of wireless microphones, it doesn’t mean we cant make you one. Give us a call or drop us an email now and we will build what you need. See what we have on our website in our wireless microphone racked and ready section.

EAV Pro Audio have justed added the new Allen & Heath GLD-80 digital mixer and the AR84 and AR2412 audio racks to our website. We have also put some bundle packages together to help you get on your way. Below is a little info taken from the Allen & Heath website regarding the GLD digital mixing system

GLD inherits the key benefits of our iLive pro touring system and makes them affordable for the kinds of hardworking rental companies, houses of worship and live venues that have used and loved our GL series analogue mixers for many years.

Finally, a system that delivers all the benefits of digital mixing at the price of an analogue mixer—and that’s before you think about all the outboard gear it replaces.

Our full range of GLD products is below. Also, check ouyt the video at the bottom of the page for a deeper look at the GLD-80 Digital mixer and the whole GLD package.

Allen & Heath GLD-80 Digital Mixing Desk
Allen & Heath GLD-AR84 Expander Audio Rack
Allen & Heath GLD-AR2412 Audio Rack
Allen & Heath GLD Expanded Digital Mixing System - GLD-80, AR84 and AR2412
Allen & Heath GLD Standard Digital Mixing System - GLD-80 and AR2412
Allen & Heath GLD Basic Digital Mixing System - GLD-80 and AR84

EAV Pro Audio have been working hard to get more products on to our website to give you even more choice.

With new manufacturer FBT under our belt, their will be the complete range coming soon. Until then, here is the most popular ProMaxX series

FBT ProMaxX 15Sa
FBT ProMaxX 10a
FBT ProMaxX 10
FBT ProMaxX 12a
FBT ProMaxX 12
FBT ProMaxX 14a
FBT ProMaxX 14

We have also just added the new Sennheiser XSW wireless microphones which will land in the UK very soon. Pre-order yours before the first UK shipment sells out. According to the Sennheiser sales team, they are selling fast. Here is the line up

Sennheiser XSW 65
Sennheiser XSW 52
Sennheiser XSW 72
Sennheiser XSW 12
Sennheiser XSW 35

Yamaha are about to release their hot new active loudspeaker, the DXR range. They look fantastic and by all accounts they perform like a speaker twice their price. The full range is now on EAV and we have added the DSR also

Yamaha DXS12

Yamaha DXS15

Yamaha DXR8
Yamaha DXR10
Yamaha DXR12
Yamaha DXR15
Yamaha DSR118W
SYamaha DSR215
Yamaha DSR115
Yamaha DSR112

If there is a product that you want that isnt listed on EAV pro Audio, give us a call. The chances are we can get whatever you are after in the pro audio world.

EAV Pro Audio are happy to announce that FBT speakers are now part of our PA speakers roster. The Italian brand of speakers sound fantastic and are at a great price point. The ProMaxX range consists of both active and passive speakers and a couple of subs to boot.

According to FBT, the ProMaxX Speaker Series “raises the bar to new heights for lightweight powered speaker systems”. Along with their passive cousins, the speakers are perfect for many different environments such as band PA, DJ’s, Audio / Video Contractors and general Sound Reinforcement . A few of the features of these speakers are listed below

• NEW! 14” B&C LF neodymium magnet woofer with 3” VCfeatured in the PROMaxX 14a
• Custom made neodymium magnet for FBT by B&Cfeatured in all speakers
• The latest generation of B&C HF neodymium magnet compression drivers
• FBT’s latest Class D, LF and HF power amplifiers with high efficiency switch mode power supplies
• FBT’s new Digital Signal Processor with 8 factory equalization presets
• 4 powered models (three two-way speaker systems in gas-injected polypropylene molded cabinets and a sub with a Baltic birch plywood enclosure), and 3 passive
• Proprietary filtered algorithms, dynamic equalization at low frequencies, advanced energy control
• 3 monitor tapers for use as a floor wedge at 12°, 45°, 55°
• Two integrated ergonomically placed carrying handles, M10 fly points, top-hat speaker stand socket

The complete range of ProMaxX PA speakers are listed below

• FBT ProMaxX 15Sa Active Subwoofer
• FBT ProMaxX 10a Active PA Speaker
• FBT ProMaxX 10 Passive PA Speaker
• FBT ProMaxX 12a Active PA Speaker
• FBT ProMaxX 12 Passive PA Speaker
• FBT ProMaxX 14a Active PA Speaker
• FBT ProMaxX 14 Passive PA Speaker

Yamaha go premium with the their new range of mixers. The MGP series of mixers add features to their popular MG series mixers that turn them in to a professional standard of mixing desk at a price point to suit most people’s budget.
There are two mixers in the range, the MGP12X and the MG16X. Both mixers feature studio grade class A pre-amps, musical X-pressive EQ, Yamaha’s unique one knob compression, high grade digital effects, stereo hybrid channels and much more. They really have taken the basics of an analogue desk and added features usually found on digital mixing desks. The video at the end of this post goes a little deeper in to the features of the mixers.
Take a look at the Yamaha MGP12X or the Yamaha MGP16X mixer on EAV now.

Sennheiser have launched a new range of wireless microphones that bridge the gap between the EW100 series and the low end Freeport systems. The new XSW wireless range provides you with the quality and reliability you expect from a Sennheiser system but at a price point over £200 less than an EW100.

Within the range are all the usual suspects. The Sennheiser XSW-35 is a dynamic handheld systems that encorporates the E835 microphone capsule. The Sennheiser XSW-12 is the lapel system that has the ME2 lapel microphone. The Sennheiser XSW-65 is the condenser handheld microphone systems. The Sennheiser XSW72 is the instrument system and the Sennheiser XSW-52 is the headset wireless system.

Take a look at the systems above and you will see that Sennheiser have finally given us a quality system at a budget that suits most people. These systems are currently available to pre-order from EAV pro Audio and ordering now will get you one off the first UK shipment. This has an ETA of March 2012.