Costa Mesa, CA NL (February 10, 2015) - QSC is pleased to unveil the new CIAES16 input card as well as, a number of enhancements and feature upgrades for the Q-SYS network audio platform. With the new CIAES16 16-channel AES3 input card and the availability of Q-SYS v4.1.31 software, Q-SYS users now have even more options and flexibility when designing and installing Q-SYS based network audio solutions.  “These new features combined with the availability of the CIAES16 AES3 input card which quickly and easily installs info the Q-SYS chassis are yet further examples of the futureproof capabilities of the Q-SYS network audio system,” says TJ Adams, QSC Install DSP Product Manager. “For the integrator, new hardware and software gives them additional tools to work with while their end customer can benefit from new features and functions at minimal if any additional…

Heutzutage möchten alle Systemintegratoren (und Hersteller) ihren Kunden Plattform-Interoperabilität zwischen den verschiedenen Systemkomponenten, die sie installieren und unterstützen, anbieten.  David Fuller,Sr. Director New Product Development, erklärt: „Leider ist die vorherrschende Wahrnehmung in der Branche, dass ‚proprietäre‘ Systeme für die Zusammenarbeit mit anderen Protokollen und Technologien nicht in Frage kommen.  Doch das ist tatsächlich nicht der Fall.“ Die Q-SYS™ Plattform von QSC wurde so entwickelt, dass sie auf gängigen IT-Standards aufsetzt und mit Standard-, nicht-proprietären Ethernet-Netzwerk-Switches funktioniert. Das Netzwerkprotokoll Q-LAN transportiert Audio über die gleichen Layer-3-Netzwerkprotokolle, die IT-Experten weltweit bereits kennen und mit all ihren anderen TCP/IP-basierten Systemen unterstützen.  Darüber hinaus bietet es Erkennung, Überwachung, Echtzeit-Diagnose und Steuerung des gesamten...

Costa Mesa, CA (January 27, 2015) - QSC is proud to announce that QSC President and CEO, Joe Pham has been appointed to the InfoComm International Board of Directors.  Joe joins the panel of audiovisual industry executives who contribute their knowledge and expertise to set strategic goals and guide the overall direction of InfoComm International.  In addition to his InfoComm Board appointment, Joe was also recently appointed President of PAMA (the Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance). “I am honored to have been appointed to both the InfoComm Board as well as, the Presidency of PAMA and to have the opportunity to collaborate with such a dynamic group of industry professionals,” says Joe. “With respect to InfoComm, I am looking forward to working with my fellow board members to better serve our member organizations and promote the industry as our respective…

Winter NAMM 2015, Anaheim, CA (January 22, 2015) – QSC (Booth 6752, Hall A) is pleased to announce the appointment of Polisi “Fitz” Fitisemanu to the position of Sales Manager, QSC Professional for the company’s Asia-Pacific Region. A 25 year professional audio veteran, Fitisemanu has worked at the retail, distribution, rental and installation levels and founded United Sound Agencies (USA) where he promoted American made professional audio systems to dealers and users in New Zealand and the South Pacific region. “When the opportunity arose to be a candidate for the Asia-Pacific Sales Manager position with QSC, it was a ’no brainer’ for me, that is to say there was no way I was going to turn down the chance to work for such an amazing company,” states Fitisemanu. “I have long admired QSC and have been a QSC user for most of my professional career. I am thrilled and…

Costa Mesa, CA (January 8, 2015) — South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa, located south of McCarran Airport on the Las Vegas Strip, recently completed their new bowling facility specifically designed for professional bowling tournaments and competitions. The new facility is part of a larger project that also includes two new equestrian arenas located below the bowling center that serve as overflow for their existing main Arena and Equestrian Center and direct access to 1,200 air-conditioned horse stalls. South Point chose Q-SYS™, QSC amplifiers and loudspeakers for their new addition based on their previous experience with QSC products and the ability to integrate all the audio systems across the entire property.  “This is a fairly large facility and we have a lot of different kinds of events that come through throughout the year,” Jason Lein, South Point’s production…

In einem neuen Video, das kürzlich von QSC Cinema veröffentlicht wurde, erklärt Barry Ferrell, Senior Vice President und Chief Strategy Officer ddie Features und Vorteile der neuen DPA/DPA-Q Endstufenplattform. „Mit dem Aufkommen von immersivem Audio und dem wachsenden Bedarf an leistungsstarken Surround-Lautsprechern beobachten wir den Trend, dass Endstufen größer ausgelegt werden, als sie für die meisten Cinema-Anwendungen erforderlich sind“, sagt Ferrell. „Teilweise ist dies auf ein falsches Verständnis der technischen Daten zurückzuführen.“  Das Video gibt einen Überblick über die neue Class-D-Endstufenplattform von QSC, die in den DPA/DPA-Q Kino-Endstufen und den professionellen Audio-Endstufen der Serien CXD/CXD-Q und PLD zum Einsatz kommt.  Aufgrund der extremen DC-Hochspannungsschienen und des geregelten Netzteils der Plattform sind die Endstufen in der Lage,...

Costa Mesa, CA (December 11, 2014) – QSC Audio Products, LLC has been named a 2014 Top Workplace, according to the local daily newspaper, The Orange County Register. The company has earned this distinction in four of the last five years and ranks at the top of mid-sized manufacturers in the region. Employees of select Orange County based businesses were asked to anonymously respond to 22 statements regarding their workplace experiences and company leadership. Using information and assessments provided directly by personnel from participating companies, the employee survey firm Workplace Dynamics evaluated employee opinions and feedback and rendered results on overall organizational health, employee perceptions and employee-employer relations. "Our employees are a remarkable group of people," says QSC CEO Joe Pham. "The talent across the entire company is top-notch and…

Costa Mesa, CA (November 17, 2015 - QSC is pleased to announce their CXD-Q Network Amplifiers for the Q-SYS™ platform have been chosen by the readers of Sound & Video Contractor as one of 2014’s most innovative products for installed sound applications. Designed for integrators implementing Q-SYS Network Audio systems, CXD-Q Network Amplifiers feature the innovative Flexible Amplifier Summing Technology™ (FAST) found in CXD / PLD Amplifiers and combine it with Q-SYS network connectivity to create the ultimate audio routing and power amplifier solution for installed sound applications. “We are delighted that the readers of Sound & Video Contractor have recognized CXD-Q Amplifiers as an innovative network audio tool that they want to design systems with and recommend to their customers,” states Dale Sandberg, QSC Senior Product Manager, Power Amplifiers. “This award…

Costa Mesa, CA (November 14, 2015) - QSC is pleased to announce the addition of GXD Series Processing Amplifiers to their line of amplifiers for entertainment and production applications. GXD Series Amplifiers offer world renowned QSC power, performance and reliability coupled with the convenience of onboard digital signal processing. Featuring contemporary styling, multiple routing options and advanced protection circuitry, GXD Series Amplifiers represent best in class value with features entertainers and audio professionals can use. Housed in a 2U rack-mount configuration, GXD Series amplifiers feature class-D power devices for high power output in a lightweight chassis design. Unlike other amplifiers in their class, GXD models offer complete loudspeaker processing capability enabling users to optimize and get the most from their loudspeaker systems.  DSP…

Costa Mesa, CA - 14. November 2014 - Die QSC Systems Roadshow macht in den gesamten USA Station, unter anderem in Atlanta, Dallas, Washington D.C., New York und Chicago. Sie bietet den Teilnehmern die Möglichkeit, die neuesten Technologien des Unternehmens zu sehen und zu hören sowie QSC Mitarbeiter zu treffen.  Zusätzlich zu den Produktpräsentationen und einer "Meet and Greet" Session wird QSC zwei kostenlose Q-SYS™ Level Two Trainingseinheiten veranstalten, bei denen alle Teilnehmer acht Credits für ihre InfoComm CTS RU erhalten können.   "Die QSC Roadshow ist eine hervorragende Möglichkeit für Integratoren, sich aus erster Hand über die neuesten integrierten Lösungen von QSC zu informieren und für zertifizierte Q-SYS Designer, sich weiterzubilden und ihre Q-SYS Kenntnisse und Fähigkeiten zu verbessern", so Joe Pham, QSC President und CEO. "Es ist zudem eine hervorragende Gelegenheit für uns, mit Integratoren in Kontakt zu treten, um mehr über ihre Anforderungen und Wünsche zu erfahren und neue Möglichkeiten zu entdecken, wie wir ihnen helfen können, ihr Business voranzutreiben."

Costa Mesa, CA (October 29, 2014) - Building for the future is a trademark of Southern California-based Trinity Sound Company and when it comes to larger scale audio installations, Trinity Sound Company’s go to network audio solution is the QSC Q-SYS™ network audio platform. Two recent Trinity Sound Company installations that utilize Q-SYS are found at Vineyard Church of Anaheim Hills and Yucaipa Christian Church which have both benefitted from using Q-SYS as their sound system’s foundation.  In both cases, system owners cited the Q-SYS’ ability to grow as the needs of the congregation grow and centralized control as key requirements.   “As a company, we have been incorporating Q-SYS into many of our designs because of the Q-sys’ powerful processing capabilities and flexible options,” says Devin Devore at Trinity Sound Company.   “With predictable and consistent…

Costa Mesa, CA, (October 15, 2014) – QSC is proud to announce that Bob Lee, QSC Technical Communications Developer and a respected industry veteran, was honored at the 137th Convention of the Audio Engineering Society with the prestigious AES Fellowship Award. The Fellowship Award is given to an AES member who has rendered conspicuous service, or is recognized to have made a valuable contribution to the advancement in or dissemination of knowledge of audio engineering or in the promotion of its application in practice. “I am honored to be recognized and humbled to be included with such a prestigious group of audio professionals,” says, Bob Lee AES Fellowship Award winner and QSC Technical Communications Developer.  “My work with AES is fueled by my passion for audio and my desire to help advance and promote audio education, and I appreciate the acknowledgement by…

Buena Park, CA, (October 9, 2014) - For over 40 years, Knott’s Scary Farm has provided guests with the largest and most haunted theme park experience via their annual Scary Farm event.  For this year’s celebration, Knott’s is using dual redundant Q-SYS Core 500i processors to manage sound effect prompts and audio distribution needs in five of the park’s themed walk-through mazes.  The use of technology and audio has always played an important role in creating and enhancing any entertainment experience helping guest get closer to the action and Halloween Haunt is prime example. “One of our goals with our Knott’s Scary Farm haunted attractions is to transform our guests from simply being observers to becoming interactive participants in the experience,” says Lawrence McCoy, Audio Specialist, Entertainment Design, Knott’s Berry Farm.  “With Q-SYS we have the precision…

Costa Mesa, CA - (September 29, 2014) – Following the company’s recent restructuring into global, channel-specific business units, Costa Mesa, CA based QSC Audio Products LLC is announcing a realignment of its distribution in The UK and Germany, effective November 1, 2014. The company’s Systems business unit, serving the integrated systems channel, will continue to be represented by Shure Distribution, the QSC distributor for all the company’s Pro and Systems products in the UK and Germany since 1992 and 2007 respectively. “Shure’s capability to support our rapidly-expanding Integrated Systems technology in the region is unparalleled. Their complementary product portfolio, combined with their technical knowledge, vast experience, and highly developed sales and marketing functions make them an ideal partner to deliver compelling QSC System solutions to customers in…

Costa Mesa, CA (September 8, 2014) – QSC Audio Products, LLC, is pleased to announce the appointment of the Peter E. Schmitt Company as its manufacturer’s representative for Metro New York.  Peter E Schmitt is one of the oldest and most respected independent rep firms in the country with its roots dating back nearly 90 years. “I am excited to have Peter E. Schmitt join the QSC team as our independent sales representatives for the New York Metro area,” says Perry Celia, QSC Director of North American Sales. “Their extensive knowledge and deep connections within the New York market, combined with their commitment to customer service and outstanding technical knowledge will be a great asset in the continued success of the QSC brand.” Founded in 1926 by F. Edwin Schmitt, the company’s first line was Sangamo capacitors, currently known as Cornell Dubilier, which served…

Das Norwegische Internationale Filmfestival findet seit 1973 jährlich in Haugesund, Norwegen, statt.  Während der 10-tägigen Veranstaltung im August haben die Teilnehmer die Möglichkeit, über 70 Filme aus 24 Ländern zu sehen. In der Kinowelt gilt das Norwegische Internationale Filmfestival in Haugesund als „das nordische Cannes“. Die meisten Filme werden im Edda Kino gezeigt, das über fünf Kinosäle verfügt.  In vier der Veranstaltungsorte sind Produkte von QSC Cinema installiert, darunter die digitalen Kinoprozessoren DCP 100 und DCP 300 sowie DCS Lautsprecher. Im größten Saal, Edda 1, der 529 Personen fasst, werden die großen Premieren gezeigt. Edda 1 ist mit drei 4-Wege-Bildschirmkanalsystemen des Modells SC-434, drei 18-Zoll-Subwoofern des Modells SB-7218 und vierundzwanzig Surround-Lautsprechern der SR Serie ausgestattet.  Alle Lautsprecher werden mit DCA Leistungsendstufen betrieben, einschließlich...

QSC präsentiert eine Übersicht des komplettes Portfolio an Pro- und Systems-Produkten in einer interaktiven, eigenständigen App für iOS-Tablets, die kostenlos im Apple iTunes Store erhältlich ist. Hier finden Sie die wichtigsten Features, technischen Daten sowie hochauflösendes Bildmaterial zu allen QSC Produktlinien. Die App bietet zudem eine vollständige Library mit Informationen zu Produkteinführungen und Demo-Videos. Datenblätter im PDF-Format können bequem heruntergeladen werden. Dank einer benutzerfreundlichen Steuerung und einem integrierten App-Tutorial können Anwender relevante Informationen schnell und unkompliziert finden. Die App wird aktualisiert, sobald neue QSC Produkte verfügbar sind, sodass Nutzer immer über die wichtigsten QSC Produktinformationen verfügen. (Stellen Sie sicher, dass „Updates“ in den automatischen Download-Einstellungen „iTunes & App Store“ aktiviert sind.) Hier klicken, um weitere Informationen auf der Website des Apple App Stores...

New York, NY (Aug 12, 2014) – Nevada Smith’s, a Manhattan mecca for fans of European soccer, contracted design-install firm AV/NY to install a high-tech, audio-visual system for its relocation to 100 Third Avenue, just a block north of its former 20-year home. The new multi-million-dollar megapub features QSC K Series active loudspeakers and AcousticDesign in-ceiling loudspeakers driven by RMXa Series amplifiers throughout, delivering larger-than-life audio quality experience to match the two massive projection screens and numerous flat-screen HD displays installed throughout the venue. “It was important for us to design a system that made Nevada Smith’s fans feel like they were right in the football stadium,” says Daryl Kral, a former Broadway sound engineer and owner of AV/NY. “During our initial meetings it was evident that Nevada Smith’s wanted to go big,…

Als Teil unserer fortlaufenden Forschung und Entwicklung veröffentlichen wir eine neue Firmware-Version V1.4.5, die ab sofort auf der QSC Website verfügbar ist und über USB mit der kostenlosen Amplifier Navigator Software heruntergeladen und installiert werden kann: (http:// www.qsc.com/resources/software/amplifier-navigator/). Anwender auf der ganzen Welt schätzen die CXD/PLD für ihre Vielseitigkeit, ihre Leistung und ihre hohe Audioqualität. Jetzt bringen wir die Plattform noch weiter voran und freuen uns, eine Reihe von Verbesserungen ankündigen zu können: neue Intrinsic Correction Tunings (AD-S6T, AD-S12sw, AC-C4T), aktualisierte und verbesserte Intrinsic Correction Tunings (Wideline, ILA), neue Tunings für Martin Audio Produkte. Unsere Liste der unterstützten Drittanbieter umfasst nun: B52, Cerwin Vega, Classic Pro, EV, JBL, Martin Audio, Nexo, Peavey und Yamaha (Hinweis: alle...

QSC Audio Products, LLC. gibt die Ernennung von Barry Ferrell zum Senior Vice President und Chief Strategy Officer bekannt.  Barry Ferrell begann seine Laufbahn im Unternehmen 1990 als Applications Engineer und war der erste technische Mitarbeiter im Unternehmen in der Vertriebs- und Marketingabteilung. 2009 übernahm er die Führung der Cinema Group bei QSC und wurde im Oktober 2012 zum Vice President of Cinema befördert. Unter Barrys Führung hat sich QSC zu einem führenden Unternehmen im globalen Kinomarkt entwickelt. Während seiner 23-jährigen Karriere bei QSC war Barry als Product Manager für alle bei QSC entwickelten Cinema-Produkte tätig, darunter DCA Endstufen, DCM Frequenzweichen/Monitore, DCS Lautsprecher und die DCP Serie digitaler Cinema Prozessoren.  Darüber hinaus hat Barry maßgeblich an der Entwicklung anderer wichtiger Produkte für den Installationsmarkt mitgewirkt.  …