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Costa Mesa, CA (May 18, 2015) - QSC is pleased to announce the release of the new “Rent It Today” program connecting customers with participating QSC rental companies. The “Rent It Today” program link allows visitors at QSC.com to easily and quickly find participating dealer rental locations that rent QSC products including TouchMix compact digital mixers, K, KW and KLA powered loudspeakers and more for portable live sound applications. A “Rent It Today” button appears on portable live sound product pages (mixers, loudspeakers, and amplifiers) and when clicked, lists rental locations by geographic proximity to the user. The “Rent It Today” program is the third component (along with “Buy It Now” and “Hear It Today”) of a direct referral partnership between QSC and the company’s resellers and rental channel partners. “There are many people who would like to try a QSC…

Las Vegas, NV (May 11, 2015) - QSC is pleased to announce that QSC founder and current CEO of Quilter Labs, Pat Quilter will be the 2015 recipient of the Parnelli Audio Innovator Award. Since 2001, the Parnelli Awards have recognized and honored pioneering, influential professionals and their contributions both as individuals and companies in the Live Event Industry. Parnelli Award nominees and recipients are voted on by the Parnelli Board of Directors as well as subscribers to Projection, Lights & Staging News and Front of House magazines. The Parnelli Audio Innovator Honor is presented to Quilter for his decades of innovations in QSC power amplifier and powered loudspeaker design. His approach to technology and innovation have been key to the success of QSC amplifiers including the PowerLightTM and RMX Series amplifiers, as well as loudspeakers including the…

Estonian company RGB Baltic installed a complete QSC audio system for the Estonian Pavillion at EXPO Milano 2015.  The Q-SYS controlled audio system includes a variety of Acoustic Design surface and flush mount installation loudspeakers: AD-S82-s and AD-S52-s for the ground floor, AD-C42T-s for the first floor and AD-S32T-s for the second floor, plus AD-Ci32-s for the restrooms. The loudspeakers are powered by CX an PL3 series amps over Dataport.  There is also a mobile PA system with TouchMix-16 mixers and K-Sub and K12 loudspeakers and monitors. The ground floor background music system is programmed to be used as a delay speaker system when there is a performance on the stage.  An iPad user interface provides all required control functions for the operator. Here is a gallery of the installation together with some shots of the user interface layouts.

In the run-up to the Germany vs. Georgia match, the Dynamo Stadium in Tbilisi, Georgia required a complete overhaul of its sound system. In collaboration with their Georgian partners Mifasi, PAXT Ltd designed and commissioned a comprehensive Q-SYS networked audio system for the stadium. As with all Q-SYS systems, this allowed for a large channel count and near-limitless audio processing and routing. PAXT Ltd Product and Technology Specialist James Martin travelled to Tbilisi to help with programming the Q-SYS system, and provided on-site support and training to Mifasi and the stadium’s staff. The sound operators now have a system that is tailored specifically to their needs, and the option of controlling the entire system from a computer or iPad, with custom user interfaces created for each. Connected to the core were twelve CXD4.5Q amplifiers for the main stadium…

Sound mixer and playback operator Erik Clabeaux uses QSC K10 Powered Loudspeakers for film, television, music videos, as well as a keyboard monitor for his band.  Erik Clabeaux is a two-time Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated production sound mixer. He is also a CMT Award-winning playback operator for TV, feature films and music videos. In addition, Erik plays keyboards, soundscapes, electronic drums and vocals in the songwriting group, Ejj (pronounced “edge”). Erik uses a pair of K10 powered loudspeakers for sound reinforcement playback for music performance scenes in music video shoots, and also as keyboard monitors with Ejj. Erik has used his K10’s on music videos for Kanye West, Lady Antebellum, Fitz & the Tantrums, and many others. “My two K10’s can easily cover sound reinforcement for music video shoots with over 100 people in the scene. It’s amazing how…

Video Interview: Two-time Grammy nominee and former lead singer of Tower of Power Larry Braggs talk about his experience using the TouchMix compact digital mixer with his band. https://youtu.be/N_VwyCFhAaI Visit Larry Braggs Website

Musicians use the power of QSC’s K Series to carry the message of recovery! Rock to Recovery is a non-profit organization founded by former Korn guitarist Wes Geer, and launched in June of 2013. R2R’s program administrators are all clean and sober, professional recording and touring artists. They work with drug and alcohol treatment centers, youth programs, mental health facilities, (and most recently) the Wounded Warriors, to “form a band”, write and record live, a recovery-based song together. Most of the new band members are not musicians, singers, or songwriters. But, with the help and guidance of R2R’s administrators, they are soon playing bass, piano and synth lines on the keyboard, hand percussion, and singing together. This creative process has proven to be priceless as a transformational tool to those in recovery from substance abuse and mental health…

NAMM 2015 Highlights - Bob Malone Here's an excerpt from an interview with keyboardist Bob Malone during the 2015 Winter NAMM show talking about why he uses QSC K12 powered loudspeakers with his keyboard rig on stage. https://youtu.be/KwtjOe3gJxM Visit the Bob Malone Website

Amplifier Navigator 2.0 enables computer (Mac and PC) control and monitoring of DPA* amplifiers and provides a mechanism for on-line and off-line creation, editing and storing of Presets and Loudspeaker files.  With Amplifier Navigator software, you can remotely control and monitor all functions of connected DPA amplifiers, including channel configuration, crossover and EQ filter setup, limiter adjustment, and temperature, voltage, and current history. It also provides a mechanism to create, store, and recall Presets and Loudspeaker Profiles to and from the PC or Mac.  Preset and Loudspeaker Profile Libraries can also be downloaded/uploaded to connected amplifiers, enabling "cloning" amplifiers for multi-function racks with duplicate amps.  Amplifier Navigator V2.0 also provides firmware management - if you connect one or more amplifiers to a computer running Amp…

Costa Mesa, CA (February 26, 2015) - QSC is pleased to announce the addition of new loudspeaker models to their AcousticDesign™ and AcousticCoverage™ series loudspeaker product lines.  The AD-S4T is the latest addition to their popular AcousticDesign small format, loudspeaker line while the recently introduced and cost-effective AcousticCoverage line adds the AC-C6T in-ceiling loudspeaker and two surface mount models, the AC-S4T and AC-S6T. “Large distributed audio applications are often budget sensitive however, scale and economy does not have to imply poor system performance,” says Travis Nie, QSC Product Manager – Install Loudspeakers. “Designed to provide exceptional value as stand-alone products, both AcousticDesign and  AcousticCoverage loudspeakers exceed expectations when QSC Intrinsic Correction™ tunings are automatically applied whenever Q-SYS™ processors or…

 Costa Mesa, CA - QSC is announcing a firmware upgrade for its TouchMix™ line of compact digital mixers. TouchMix version 2.0 firmware offers added functionality including support for password protected, multi-level security access, expanded Wi-Fi options (including wired connection to an infrastructure router) and programmability of User Buttons. In addition, the TouchMix iOS app has been expanded to include a personal monitor mix application for both iPhone and iPod Touch devices and allows TouchMix operators the ability to limit access of connected external devices to one or combination of mix busses. The company also pleased to announce the TouchMix-8 mixer with its smaller channel count is now shipping.  “We’re extremely pleased with how well the market has responded to TouchMix” says QSC VP of Professional Product Development Gerry Tschetter. “We set out to give…

Nowadays, all integrators (and manufacturer, for that matter) desire to offer their customers platform interoperability between the various system components they install and support.  David Fuller,Sr. Director of New Product Development,  says “Unfortunately the prevailing perception within the industry is that ‘proprietary’ systems are closed for interoperation with other protocols and technologies.  This is simply not the case.” QSC’s Q-SYS™ Platform was designed to follow prevailing IT standards and function with off-the-shelf, non-proprietary Ethernet switches. Its network protocol, Q-LAN, transports audio using the same layer 3 networking protocols that IT professionals worldwide already understand and support with all their other TCP/IP networked based systems.  In addition, it also offers discovery, monitoring, real-time diagnostics and control of the entire…

“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 mediums of audio, video and IT continue to rapidly converge. As the President of PAMA, it’s exciting to lead and work with executives of many of the most respected professional audio manufacturers in the world. By educating and advocating for our dealers and business partners while focusing on creating better experiences for our end-users, we can continue our collaborative efforts to expand the audio industry as a whole.” Joe joined QSC in 2004 serving as the company's Chief Strategy and…

Winter NAMM 2015, Anaheim, CA (January 22, 2015) - QSC (Booth 6752, Hall A) is announcing a firmware upgrade for its TouchMix™ line of compact digital mixers. TouchMix version 2.0 firmware offers added functionality including support for password protected, multi-level security access, expanded Wi-Fi options (including wired connection to an infrastructure router) and programmability of User Buttons. In addition, the TouchMix iOS app has been expanded to include a personal monitor mix application for both iPhone and iPod Touch devices and allows TouchMix operators the ability to limit access of connected external devices to one or combination of mix busses. The company also pleased to announce the TouchMix-8 mixer with its smaller channel count is now shipping.  “We’re extremely pleased with how well the market has responded to TouchMix” says QSC VP of Professional…

Winter NAMM 2015, Anaheim, CA (January 22, 2015) – QSC (Booth 6752, Hall A) is featuring their new GXD Series Processing Amplifiers for entertainment and production applications at this year’s Winter NAMM. 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…

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 14, 2015) – QSC (Booth 6752, Hall A) will be playing host to a few of their closest musical friends at this year’s Winter NAMM show.  A number of special guests will be on hand to help demonstrate the QSC TouchMix™ line of compact digital mixers, as well as the award winning K Series line of powered loudspeakers.  Among those scheduled to be at the QSC booth to help demonstrate TouchMix will be Grammy-nominated blue grass quartet, Nu-Blu, keyboard virtuoso Ed Roth and his all-star band, Leftover Cuties with their special blend of Americana music and Andy Vargas, vocalist for Santana. Demonstrating K Family series loudspeakers will be drummer Omar Hakim who has played with the likes of Weather Report, Daft Punk, David Bowie, Sting and Madonna, Chad Wakerman who has played with guitarists Allan Holdsworth, Andy Summers and Dweezil Zappa as well…

Costa Mesa, CA (January 12, 2015) – QSC (Booth 6752, Hall A) announced they will be streaming live coverage of their booth activities directly from the 2015 Winter NAMM show floor. Viewers will be able to see and hear live stage performances, product demonstrations, interviews with QSC musical guests and artists and other show floor activities from the convenience of their computer, smart phone or other online mobile device. “There’s nothing quite like attending the NAMM Show but unfortunately few people are able to enjoy the experience,” states Ray van Straten, QSC Vice-President Professional Products. “By streaming the activities and events from our booth at this year’s show, QSC enthusiasts around the world have the opportunity to participate and feel a part of the QSC Winter NAMM experience.” End users and enthusiasts interested in tuning in to the QSC Winter…

In a new video recently released by QSC Cinema, Barry Ferrell, the company’s Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, provides a tutorial and demonstration of the power output capabilities of the new DPA/DPA-Q amplifier platform. “With the advent of immersive audio and the need for high powered surround loudspeakers, we’ve seen a fair amount of ‘overspecification’, where amplifiers are sized larger than they need to be for most common cinema applications,” says Ferrell.  “Part of this comes from a misunderstanding of amplifier performance and specifications.”  The video provides an overview of QSC’s new Class D amplifier platform, which is used in the DPA/DPA-Q cinema amplifiers and the CXD/CXD-Q and PLD series professional audio amplifiers.  Because of the platform’s extremely DC high voltage rails and regulated power supply, the amplifiers are able to…

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…