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We are Garcia and Scott, a full-time, Nashville-based, Indie acoustic duo. We are currently performing 120 - 150 dates a year at theaters, opera houses, concert series, fairs and festivals in 10 states so far. We may be an acoustic duo, but we play hard and we often play loud. Since 2009, we’ve been using QSC K12s and have had them in every situation imaginable inside and out. Bitter cold, blazing sun, wind and unexpected rain. We’ve set them up, torn them down, loaded and unloaded them nearly a thousand times and they’ve NEVER failed to deliver. Our sound is always natural, warm and rich. Never harsh. In fact, our QSCs have become an integral part of our sound. We simply wanted to say, “Thank You” to all the folks at QSC for designing such a phenomenal, dependable and affordable speaker. This is our living and it’s nice to never have to worry about the…

Costa Mesa, CA (November 20, 2014) - QSC is pleased to announce it is now part of the Omacro.com Reseller Product Network offering QSC dealers the ability to get the most up-to-date product and pricing information in a timely and recognizable format. Developed by a team of manufacturing and retail management professionals, Omacro.com is a free, social, web-based platform that allows QSC to enter data one time and distribute complete product builds to all its Omacro.com registered dealers in a format that conforms to NAMM standards. “With Omacro, we can rapidly deploy product information including content changes and pricing information while helping our dealers organize and manage this information,” says Ray van Straten, QSC Vice-President, Professional Division.  “With their patented “Buy Now” feature, we’ll be able to further strengthen and support our dealers by…

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…

Daryl Hall recently opened a new club in Pawling, NY called Daryl’s House. The sound system is a permanently installed QSC K Series powered loudspeaker system comprised of eight K10s and four KSubs mounted throughout the club with K10 Yoke Mounts. The new club will act as the primary shooting location for the award-winning Live from Daryl’s House (LFDH) show, which broadcasts online and on the VH1 and Palladia TV networks. Serving as a live performance venue for a variety of artists, many of whom have appeared on the show, Daryl’s House will also offer a culinary experience that showcases many of the dishes from LFDH’s food segment. Production manager for LFDH as well as long time FOH engineer for Hall and Oats, Peter Moshay, designed the sound system at the new Daryl’s House Club. "I’ve been using QSC powered loudspeakers for 8 years on our show, ever since they…

Costa Mesa, CA (November 14, 2014) - QSC is pleased to announce its Systems’ Roadshow will be making stops across the US, including dates in Atlanta, Dallas, Washington D.C, New York and Chicago, offering participants the opportunity to see and hear the company’s latest technologies and meet QSC personnel.  In addition to the product presentations and a “meet and greet” session, the QSC Training and Education will be hosting two free Q-SYS™ Level Two Training sessions with all eligible participants eligible to receive eight credits towards their InfoComm CTS RU requirements.   “The QSC Roadshow is great way for integrators to learn first-hand about QSC’s newest integrated solutions and for certified Q-SYS designers to receive additional training and improve their Q-SYS™ knowledge and skills,” states Joe Pham, QSC President and CEO. “It’s also an invaluable…

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…

I'm mostly a solo performer, sometimes a duo or trio. Vocals, acoustic guitar, and harmonica playing at upscale resorts, private parties and corporate events. I've been a professional musician with performing as my sole source of income since 1989, and do from 3-6 gigs a week. I regularly do indoor or outdoor events with 20 - 250 people so I need a flexible sound system for different environments. I do my own setup and run my own sound. Currently I'm using QSC TouchMix-16 with two KW122 speakers and one K10 speaker. I may use any combination of speakers depending on the gig. The K10 is small, lightweight and powerful with a very clean sound. It is ideal for portability, small gigs, and even outside work with the threat of weather which can turn quickly here in Florida. With the TouchMix and K10 setup and 3 big plastic bags I can secure my gear against rain in about…

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…

Introducing Erin & The Project, an original music duo combining soul, R&B, pop, funk and jazz influences. All E & the P songs feature powerhouse female vocals (comparative to Adele and Joss Stone) and melodic grooves that leave you in the afterglow. They are a full-time touring act, and big fans of QSC. Paul and Erin Ezekiel have been entertaining audiences around the US since 2008. They play at all different types of venues: rock clubs, wine tasting rooms, breweries, restaurants, festivals and everything in between. In most recent months they have signed with Track Shack Records/House of Hansen Productions, located in Sacramento, CA. This exciting new project is in collaboration with, and being produced by, Jeff Tamelier (guitarist from Tower of Power) and Peter de Leon (Petey Wunder). They have also launched a new online video series called, “On The Road w/ Erin &…

QSC is pleased to announce the release of TouchMix-16 compact digital mixer firmware version 1.0.3583. This maintenance release improves performance, adds enhancements and fixes a number of bugs. Click here to DOWNLOAD the TouchMix-16 firmware version 1.03583. Click here to view the list of fixes and enhancements. Click here to view the release notes.

Matt Andrews, On-set Pro Tools and Music Engineer with the ABC TV hit series, Nashville, talks about using QSC K Family powered loudspeakers for music performance and concert scenes for the show. <iframe style="line-height: 22.4px;" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/l1gpTiV_dDM?list=PLNJuukRtlTJ9Hz9YszboGWbV7tkqw_d98" frameborder="0" width="425" height="350"></iframe> K Series Powered Loudspeaker Information KW Series Powered Loudspeaker Information Visit the Nashville TV Series Website

Defrock and DJ Miles are a father and son hip hop duo known throughout the north east. To date, the duo have become regulars in the Bronx and Harlem at the “Art of Lyrics” Showcase. Host, Rhino calls them “one of the best father/son duos in the history of Hip hop.” It is hard to argue after seeing them seamlessly play funk, break beats, rap, soul, classic R&B in one set — similar to the sets Defrock would spin at the Muddy River during a two year residency (“The Way Back Laid Back Mix Show) in Portsmouth before Miles was old enough to set foot in the clubs. Defrock and DJ Miles recently played at Alto Music’s customer appreciation event in Middleton, New York - playing four, thirty minute sets between live bands through QSC KLA's. "We love the sound that the QSC K series delivers. A pair of K12’s & Ksub’s is the ultimate live rig for us, compact in design, yet super…

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…

Since 1973, the Norwegian International Film Festival has been held annually in Haugesund, Norway.  It runs for 10 days in August, during which attendees have the opportunity to view over 70 films from 24 countries. In the cinema world, the Norwegian International Film Festival in Haugesund is considered "The Nordic Cannes". Most of the films are screened at Edda Kino, which has five theatres.  QSC Cinema products are installed in four of the venues, including the DCP 100 and DCP 300 digital cinema processors and DCS loudspeakers. The largest room, Edda 1, which accommodates 529 people, is where the major premieres are screened. Edda 1 is equipped with three model SC-434 4-way screen channel systems, three model SB-7218 dual 18-inch subwoofers, and twenty-four SR Series surround loudspeakers.  All the loudspeakers are powered by DCA power amplifiers, including…

The Gain Wizard is an ingenious feature on the QSC TouchMix that automatically monitors the channel inputs for clipping, and advises the user on how to adjust the preamp settings for optimal performance. This feature is perfect for bands that are mixing themselves while performing and cannot continuously monitor the input meters. View training video here. Visit the TouchMix-16 product page Visit the Touchmix-8 product page

This installment of the TouchMix Training series focuses on using the on-board Advance Effects in TouchMix including reverb, delay, chorus and pitch shift. View training video here Visit the TouchMix Microsite Visit the TouchMix-16 product page Visit the TouchMix-8 product page

QSC proudly introduces its full line pro and systems product catalog in an interactive, self-contained app for your iOS tablet device available for free in the Apple iTunes store. Browse key features, essential product specifications and high-resolution imagery for every QSC professional and systems product line. The app also features a full library of product introductions and demonstration videos, and downloadable PDF spec sheets (when an internet connection is available). Simple controls and a built-in app tutorial make finding the right information as easy as possible. The app will be updated as new QSC products become available, ensuring that users always have the most common QSC product information. (Make sure that “Updates” are turned on in your “iTunes & App Store” Automatic Download Settings.) Click here to view more information from Apple App Store web…

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,…

As part of our ongoing research and development we are proud to announce the release of a new firmware version V1.4.5 which is available now from the QSC website to download and install via USB using the free the Amplifier Navigator software:(http://www.qsc.com/resources/software/amplifier-navigator/). The CXD/PLD has gained praise from users around the world for its versatility, power and sheer audio quality. Now we are taking the platform even further forward and are delighted to announce a number of improvements: NEW Intrinsic Correction loudspeaker tunings (AD-S6T, AD-S12sw, AC-C4T) Updated and enhanced Intrinsic Correction loudspeaker tunings (Wideline, ILA) New loudspeaker tunings for Martin Audio products. Our list of supported third party brands now includes: B52, Cerwin Vega, Classic Pro, EV, JBL, Martin Audio, Nexo, Peavey, and Yamaha (Note: All…