NEW PRODUCT RELEASE: Viviana Screw
Viviana Screw is a spare screw + 1 nut with rubber for Viviana hook
NEW PRODUCT RELEASE: Viviana Pads
Viviana Pad XL is a 7x5cm pad made of soft foam (the same as Viviana Pad) with a super sticky hypoallergenic tape on one side that is super versatile and now you can cut it as you like.
Comes in two colours – Black or White
NEW PRODUCT RELEASE: Bubblebee Industries announces The Windkiller SE for Portable Recorders
The Windkiller SE (Special Edition) combines BBI’s finest quality fur, design and manufacturing standards to effectively protect your portable recorder mic(s) against wind noise.
On the outside, The Windkiller SE features high-density, soft, multi-pile fur to gradually slow the wind down before reaching your mic. Inside, The Windkiller SE uses a soft and smooth, open material, allowing the mic to sound as transparent as possible, while protecting your recordings against harmful wind noises.
The Windkiller SE can be affixed to the base of your portable recorders mic capsule(s) using an elasticated drawstring, while the leather band securely grips your portable recorder to keep the windshield in place and prevent wind from entering through the base.
The Windkiller SE has been designed with an elasticated drawstring, encased in a soft leather band to securely grip your portable recorder to keep the windshield firmly in place and prevent wind from entering through the base. The base of The Windkiller SE should sit at the top of your recorder, allowing clear visibility of your recorders LCD display and accessibility to any controls or buttons on the side of your portable recorder.
Key Features:
• Available in three sizes to fit the most widely available portable recorders on the market.
• Uses our much-loved, multi-pile fur for the ultimate protection against wind noise.
• Transparent inner fabric maintains a very natural frequency response.
• Includes an aerated mesh carry case.
• Manufactured in Denmark with quality and comfort in mind by sound lovers, for sound lovers.
Size Guide:
• XS – ø 32mm – 46mm (BBI-WKSE-PR-XS)
• M – ø 52mm – 65mm (BBI-WKSE-PR-M)
• L – ø 55mm – 71mm (BBI-WKSE-PR-L)
What’s included:
1 x The Windkiller SE for Portable Recorders (XS / M / L)
1 x Mesh carry bag
Announcing the new IFBlue brand by Lectrosonics and its new products – the IFBR1C Receiver and 4-Bay Charging Dock!
The new compact and affordable IFBR1C receiver packs are fully compatible with the existing Lectrosonics IFBT4 transmitters and any Digital Hybrid Wireless transmitter in IFB mode where there is a frequency overlap.
They are available in five different frequency ranges:
- VHF (174-216 MHz)
- A1 (470-537 MHz)
- B1 (537-614 MHz)
- C1 (614-692 MHz) and
- 941 (941-960 MHz)
Key Features:
- Easy set up and use
- 10 frequency presets, easily programmable from the front panel
- Backlit LCD
- Integrated belt clip
- Powered by disposable AA or rechargeable NiMh AA batteries
- Exceptional battery life – 10 hours with Alkaline AAs, 12+ hours with 2500 mA/H NiMh rechargeables, 15+ hours with iPower Lithium rechargeables and 20+ hours with Energizer lithium disposables
Future firmware updates can be installed in the IFBlue receivers in the field via the USB jack. USB update utility apps for both Mac and PC are available on the IFBlue.com website for this purpose.
The receivers have an integrated, spring-loaded “clamp” style belt clip for light weight and easy, secure placement.
In addition to the new receiver pack, IFBlue is also introducing a companion dock charging system, the CHSIFBR1C, capable of charging up to four receivers when using NiMh rechargeable batteries. The Charging dock units can be mechanically linked for easy organization on the mounting surface. A power supply is included with each charging dock unit so you do not need to order them separately.
The IFBR1C and accessories start shipping soon, but initial supply will be limited, so order today for earliest possible delivery.
Contact José on +27 (0)87 551 1034 or jose@www.stratosphere.co.za to place your order.
Sound Devices announces the new A20-Mini digital wireless mic transmitter and the A20-Remote App
Sound Devices is proud to announce the A20-Mini digital wireless microphone transmitter and its companion app, A20-Remote.
The A20-Mini is Sound Devices’ first miniature transmitter and incorporates state-of-the-art features such as full remote control via the A20-Remote app, GainForward Architecture, internal 32-bit float recording, a worldwide tuning range of 470 MHz – 694 MHz, and more.
The A20-Mini is fully compatible with Sound Devices’ existing A10 Digital Wireless System.
A20-Remote is the A20-Mini’s companion app and is available on iOS, iPadOS, and Android phones and tablets with Bluetooth® 5.2.
The intuitive interface allows sound professionals to control RF transmit frequency and power, turn the Mini on and off, start and stop recording, mute the microphone, format the media, and more.
The A20-Mini’s internal, high-efficiency 2.4 GHz antenna ensures excellent Bluetooth range. The A20-Remote app offers easy adjustment of transmitter settings after the unit has been placed on talent, eliminating unnecessary downtime on set.
One of the most beneficial features to sound professionals is the A20-Mini’s groundbreaking GainForward Architecture. Most digital wireless systems require gain to be set at the transmitter, the receiver, and finally the recorder. GainForward allows sound professionals to set gain, limiters, and low-cut directly on the channel of their 8-Series mixer-recorder with zero loss in sound quality.
Sound professionals with other mixer-recorders will also be able to adjust gain, limiters and low-cut locally via menus on the A10-RX. GainForward saves time during production by giving sound professionals immediate control of gain without needing access to the transmitter – perfect for social distancing on set or complex wardrobes.
Key Features:
- 64GB internal storage (80 hours recording in 48 kHz, 32-bit float
- Full 10 Hz – 20 kHz audio bandwidth
- Recordings synchronized by the ultra-accurate 0.2 ppm internal timecode generator
- Can be jammed via USB-C with negligible drift over a 24-hour period
- Full remote control of the Mini via A20-Remote app
- Sleek, rugged, and water-resistant chassis with rounded corners
- Powered by three AAA batteries or a rechargeable Sony NP-BX1 battery
- Built-in charging for the NP-BX1 is available via the USB-C port
The A20-Mini pairs with the A10-RX wireless receiver to deliver legendary British audio quality with the best of American design.
To learn more about the A20-Mini and view specifications and training videos, visit sounddevices.com/a20-mini
Orders can be placed with Jose at 087 551 1034 or jose@www.stratosphere.co.za.
NEW PRODUCT RELEASE: Bubblebee Industries announces The Windkiller SE for DPA 4018G mic
HANDLING WIND IS A BREEZE WITH THE WINDKILLER SE FOR DPA 4018G
The outer layer of The Windkiller SE (Special Edition) for DPA 4018G or 4018E mic features high-density, soft, multi-pile fur to gradually slow the wind down before reaching your mic. Inside, The Windkiller SE uses a super soft and smooth, open material. This allows your mic to sound as transparent as possible, whilst protecting your recordings against harmful wind noises.
The black elastic tab and press stud keeps The Windkiller SE firmly attached to your microphone, whilst seamlessly blending into the windshield to remain discreet.
When fitted correctly, The Windkiller SE holds a bubble of dead air around the front of the mic capsule, allowing the microphone to function as naturally as possible and keeping wind interference at bay.
Key Features:
- Designed to fit the DPA 4018G and DPA 4018E low profile supercardioid microphones.
- BBI’s much-loved, multi-pile fur for the ultimate protection against wind noise.
- Transparent inner fabric maintains a very natural frequency response, on or off-axis.
- Manufactured in Denmark with quality and comfort in mind by sound lovers, for sound lovers
NEW PRODUCT RELEASE: Bubblebee Industries announces The Windkiller SE for DPA 4097 mic
On the outside, The Windkiller SE (Special Edition) for DPA 4097 or 4099 mic features high-density, soft, multi-pile fur to gradually slow the wind down before reaching your mic. Inside, The Windkiller SE uses a soft and smooth, open material. This allows your mic to sound as transparent as possible, whilst protecting your recordings against harmful wind noises.
The black elastic tab and press stud keeps The Windkiller SE firmly attached to your microphone, whilst seamlessly blending into the windshield to remain discreet.
When fitted correctly, The Windkiller SE holds a bubble of dead air around the front of the mic capsule, allowing the microphone to function as naturally as possible and keeping wind interference at bay.
Key Features:
- Designed to fit the DPA 4097 Micro Shotgun and DPA 4099 Instrument microphones.
- BBI’s much-loved, multi-pile fur for the ultimate protection against wind noise.
- Transparent inner fabric maintains a very natural frequency response, on or off-axis.
- Manufactured in Denmark with quality and comfort in mind by sound lovers, for sound lovers
NEW PRODUCT RELEASE: Bubblebee Industries announces the Sidekick 3 IFB In-Ear Monitor
The Bubblebee Sidekick 3 In-Ear IFB Monitor is a virtually invisible IFB cuing & communications earpiece designed to deliver a superior experience in invisibility, comfort and sound intelligibility.
It features the most advanced driver technology ever in such a small earpiece. The new durable and resilient transducers sailed through extensive testing with flying colours achieving up to 3 x higher tolerances than previous versions.
The NEW DRIVER TECHNOLOGY offers…
- IMPROVED MICRO-DRIVER
The Sidekick 3 features BBI’s best ever micro speaker driver solution, where the entire driver fits comfortably in the ear canal. This eliminates the need for acoustic tubes, resulting in practically invisible, crystal-clear cues, even in noisy environments. - LEVEL UP YOUR AUDIO
The newly designed driver has an extended frequency response, delivering an entirely improved listening experience. The Sidekick 3 is tough and resilient, tested with up to 3 x higher tolerances than previous Sidekick versions. - VERSATILE VOLUME CONTROL
A lower impedance driver allows a greater range of volume control so The Sidekick 3 can be used just as easily with a lower output device, such as directly plugged into a mobile phone, as it can with professional IFB and IEM receivers.
Key Features:
- UNIVERSAL FIT
Gone are the days of Mono L and Mono R. The Sidekick 3 has a universal fit for either ear. - A NEW CABLE LOOP
The unique new cable loop guides the cable neatly behind the ear, hidden from sight, so that The Sidekick 3 is virtually invisible when worn correctly. - INVISIBLE
The Sidekick 3 driver unit is so small that it is not visible when worn in the ear. Coupled with the transparent cable, this makes it incredibly hard to see from most angles. - DISCREET
The Sidekick 3’s cable is 44% thinner than the first generation cable with a diameter of only 33μm. The colour neutral cable easily blends into almost any background without being noticed on camera. - HIGH QUALITY ROUND SOUND
A new “Round” eartip has been added which provides an increase in frequency definition in the lower frequencies, for a much more rounded sound. The original Satellite and Christmas Tree eartips are still included with your Sidekick 3 so that you can choose just the right amount of ambience for the job.
AVAILABLE IN THE SIDEKICK SPARES KIT
If you’d like the new “Round” eartip for your Sidekick V1 or V2, it has been added to the Sidekick Spares Kit so you can experience an increased frequency definition using older generations of The Sidekick.
Comes in Mono or Stereo…
NEW PRODUCT RELEASE: Bubblebee Industries announces the Lav Concealer Tiny Tape
The Lav Concealer Tiny Tape is perfect for use with all of Bubblebee Industries tiny Lav Concealers:
- The Lav Concealer for DPA 6060
- The Lav Concealer for Sennheiser MKE 1
- The Lav Concealer for Countryman B6
- The Lav Concealer for Deity W.Lav Micro
The new tape features a small recessed area in the sticky tab, to prevent the build up of adhesive residue around your mics capsule.
Similar in principle to existing Lav Concealer Tape, the new tiny version includes a handy thumb tab to help you affix the tape to the tiny Lav Concealers. The hypoallergenic tape itself is super sticky, allowing you to mount your tiny Lav Concealer on a number of different surfaces with the confidence that it will stay in place throughout your recording.