The Original '85 Whiteface Rat is Back!

From the sweet wail of the blues to the grinding raunch of the heaviest rock...the Pro Co Limited Edition '85 Whiteface RAT delivers. 


This isn't just a reissue of your old RAT... this IS your old RAT!


BUY NOW at Direct Pro Audio

• This is a LIMITED EDITION - only 2000 will be made


• Manufactured with a found stash of original LM308 chips


• They will start to ship in Middle February 2010


• The best way to get one is to place an order now, and we will ship them as soon as they are made


• Once again... this is not really a reissue, this IS the Original Whiteface Rat, made again in limited quantities!

BUY NOW at Direct Pro Audio

New Products from American DJ at NAMM 2010

New Peavey Impulse 12D - New Powered 12" Two Way

The new Impulse 12D powered enclosure from Peavey features a true ribbon driver and a 12” Peavey Black Widow loudspeaker engineered with dual voice coil, push-pull technology and a neodymium magnet. A Woofer Servo circuit monitors back-EMF and controls cone motion, ensuring the cone’s movement mirrors the driving signal from the power amp, and resulting in very low distortion, high power handling and rock-solid low-frequency attack.

The advanced new ribbon driver - an exclusive Peavey design based on the ribbons used in the Peavey VersarrayTM line array - provides 90° H x 30° V coverage, with sonically transparent reproduction.

Utilizing Peavey’s revolutionary IPR power amplifier technology, the Impulse 12D produces 1,200 watts of efficient power while weighing a very lightweight 26 lbs. IPR amplifiers are designed with a lightweight switch-mode power supply and a high-speed Class D topology that yields the highest audio resolution and efficiency available.

The Input section features two input channels and a line output, with a mix of I/O options such as combination XLR-1⁄4” jacks, RCA and install-ready Phoenix connections. Input channels 1 and 2 also have mic/line source switches and gain controls. The Auto-Off function automatically shuts off the power when it no longer detects a signal, while the Line Out allows the user to chain multiple units or send the input signal to another source.

The DynaQ section offers advanced tone controls such as Bass Enhancer, which is an overall loudness boost; a Music/Speech switch that provides optimized EQ settings for each audio type; and
Contour, specially configured for program music. A module bay allows for future expansion including Wireless I/O, Delay/Time Adjustment, Mixer Expander, Ethernet I/O and more.

The Impulse 12D is housed in a durable, injection-molded enclosure that includes a pole mount, three flying points and a tilt-back design to facilitate use as a personal monitor. The Peavey Impulse 12D will be available from authorized Peavey retailers in Q2 2010.

Features:

• 1,200 watts from Peavey IPR power section
• Auto Off
• Two independently mixed input channels with level controls and mic/line switch
• Two-way, bi-amplified, optimized active servo drive loudspeaker system
• 12” Black Widow loudspeaker with dual voice coil and neodymium magnet design
• Proprietary 120 mm ribbon driver on a low-coloration waveguide
• Combo XLR-1⁄4” and Phoenix connectors on channel 1
• Combo XLR-1⁄4” and RCA connectors on channel 2
• XLR, 1⁄4” TRS and Phoenix outputs on Line Out
• Woofer Servo technology
• Exclusive DDT anti-clipping speaker protection
• Bass Enhancement circuit provides automatic equal loudness compensation
• Mounting bay for optional input function modules
• Rugged polypropylene molded enclosure with tilt-back design for monitor use
• Pole mount molded-in
• Top, bottom and side flying point inserts LED control switch: Power/Signal/Off
• 26 lbs.

Audio-Technica Unveils New 40-Series Ribbon Microphones

Direct Pro Audio and Audio-Technica are excited to introduce the silky smooth, naturally rich sound of Audio-Technica’s first-ever ribbon microphones, the AT4080 and AT4081; the voluptuous, vintage sound of the new multi-patternAT4047MP condenser; and the Mid-Side stereo realism of the innovative AT4050ST condenser. Wherever your passion for music takes you, experience more inspired sound.

AT4080 Bidirectional Active Ribbon Microphone
With 18 patents pending, Audio-Technica’s innovative ribbon transducer advances the evolution of ribbon microphone design, combining extraordinary durability and high SPL capability with smooth, rich audio quality. Use the AT4080 in recording studios and live-sound settings for vocals, horns, strings, acoustic instruments, drum overheads, orchestras, ensembles and guitar cabinets.



AT4081 Bidirectional Active Ribbon Microphone
Delivering the warmth and natural sound of a classic ribbon microphone, the AT4081 offers a robust build for long-lasting performance and high output/stable impedance for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers. With its low-profile stick design, this microphone is a natural for use on a wide range of instruments and guitar cabinets in recording studios and live-sound settings.

Macke Displays the New ONYX i-Series Mixers at NAMM

Onyx-i Series FireWire Recording Mixers combine the benefits of a powerful computer interface with the tactile, hands-on control of a premium analog mixer.

Qualified by Mackie for use with all major DAWs including Pro Tools® M-Powered™ 8*, the Onyx-i Series opens up a new world of options for anyone interested in computer recording. In addition to an ultra-high quality 24-bit/96kHz FireWire recording interface, Onyx-i mixers offer professional analog features like boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps, classic “British-style” Perkins EQ and pre/post assignable aux sends, all of which can be flexibly routed via integrated FireWire.

• Premium Recording Mixers with 24-bit/96kHz FireWire
• Qualified by Mackie for use with all major DAWs, including:
  Pro Tools® M-Powered™ 8
  Logic ®
  SONAR™
  Cubase®
  Ableton® Live
  Final Cut Pro®
• Boutique-quality Onyx mic preamps
• Perkins “British style” EQ on every channel
• Flexible FireWire routing, including aux sends and pre/post EQ assignment for all channels
• Stereo playback from DAW, returned to control room or into channel for integration into mix

Full 16x16 FireWire channel streaming for ultimate DAW integration (Onyx 1640i only)

Friday at 2010 Winter NAMM

Well on the second day of winter NAMM 2010 Direct Pro Audio had a very full day. Highlights included a stop at the DB technologies booth were several new self powered speakers of the Opera Digital line were shown. Soon to hit the streets, the self powered speakers will find a home with a rock and rollers mobile DJs and small to medium-sized venues. Featuring a brand-new DigiPro class D amplifier section, the new Opera Digital active speakers feature incredible SPL levels. All of the new Opera Digital active speakers feature XLR, and quarter inch inputs that are both Mic/line switchable and feature XLR parallel out with onboard DSP. These new active speakers will be shipping shortly so keep in contact with Direct Pro Audio.

After our visit with DB technologies we headed over to the American DJ booth. As you would expect tons of new LED fixtures were on display in both DMX and standalone variants. Perfect for bowling centers, nightclubs, bars, taverns, and mobile DJs these lights are both affordable and easy-to-use. Highlights include the Fusion FX Tri Bar, and the new Jellyfish among others. The new jellyfish is among my personal favorites, think of it as a sweeper with a see-through extrusion. Also on display, was the Galaxian Royale. The American DJ Galaxian Royale is a new laser effect with both green and purple lasers. For those of you looking for an old-school solution to your mobile lighting needs, the ComScan LED system was also displayed. The ComScan LED system features two LED scanners and a UC3 controller and XLR cable to make all the necessary connections.

Next was a visit to the Peavey booth. As you would expect, Peavy has some fantastic products coming to market in 2010. Chief among these is the IPR series of amps weighing in at less than 10 pounds. The new IPR series of amplifiers is expected to be shipping by the end of March. As far as speakers are concerned, Peavy showed two new lines of speakers. The new EU series was on display, as well as the new Impulse series with ribbon high-frequency devices.

Crown Introduces new XLS Power Amplifiers

Today at the 2010 NAMM show Direct Pro Audio saw Crown's latest power amplifier. The new XLS series of power amplifiers promise to deliver huge amounts of power in a robust and affordable package. The XLS power amplifiers feature Class D output devices and weigh in at less than 10 pounds, making them perfect for mobile DJ applications. Best of all the new XLS amplifiers have onboard limiting as well as basic crossover functions.

To ensure compatibility with all types of audio devices the Crown XLS amplifiers feature XLR, quarter inch, and RCA inputs. As if that weren't enough, the Crown XLS power amplifiers are stable into a 2 ohm load.

To make sure your gig goes off without a flaw the Crown XLS amplifiers provide extensive protection and diagnostic capabilities including current limiting, DC protection, circuit breaker and thermal protection.

The best part is of course, the warranty. The Crown XLS amplifiers feature the famous three-year no-fault fully transferable warranty.

For more information, visit: http://www.xlsruntheshow.com/

Fender Releases new Passports

The new Passport PRO series from Fender is release and shipping!

The new line is delivered in three versions, 150, 300, and 500, pricing is below:

• Passport 150 PRO - $399.99
• Passport 300 PRO - $699.99
• Passport 500 PRO - $999.99
• Passport Executive - $599.99

These units are all lighter, louder and as you can see, much less expensive…..

The 500 Watt version contains a USB Flash Drive port for simple playback of all digital media files…a USB flash drive can also be used to RECORD all of your presentations or musical performances!! An innovative feature excusive to Passport products…..The pricing is aggressive and is going to be even easier to sell to your customers….

Also in 2010 is The Passport Executive, a one of a kind product that lets your voice be heard with 100 watts of clear stereo sound through state-of-the-art NXT flat-panel speaker technology, all in a slim, lightweight design that slips easily into its included laptop-style form-fitted travel bag…

New Products from Chauvet at NAMM 2010

Direct Pro Audio Heads to NAMM 2010!

Direct Pro Audio is excited to leave behind the cold, snowy Midwest for sunny Anaheim California for the 2010 NAMM Show!

Check back to this blog for update from the NAMM show throughout this weekend!

See you at the NAMM Show!

• NAMM Show: http://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2010
• Direct Pro Audio: http://www.DirectProAudio.com

Show Location & Hours

Anaheim Convention Center
800 West Katella Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92802

Thursday, January 14 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Friday, January 15 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday, January 16 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday, January 17 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
*Levels 2 & 3 and Hall E open at 9:30 a.m.

Future NAMM Shows
Jan. 14-17, 2010 | Jan. 13-16, 2011
Jan. 12-15, 2012 | Jan. 17-20, 2013

New Products from Shure to be Previewed at 2010 NAMM Show

Direct Pro Audio is excited to announce that Shure will preview several new new products at the NAMM show on January 14, 2010.

PSM®900 Personal Monitor System.

Unshakeable signal. Unbreakable construction. Unmistakable sound. PSM900

PSM®900 redefines personal monitoring from Shure. With exceptional audio quality, robust RF performance and category-leading features, PSM®900 is the definitive personal monitor system for demanding professional events, installations and touring.

PSM®900 Systems will be available in early 2010.

SE425 and SE535 Professional Sound Isolating™ Earphones

The SE425 and SE535 Professional Sound Isolating™ Earphones offer new features and color options. Designed for both professional monitoring and personal listening, these two models integrate a detachable cable at the ear for increased durability and functionality, and formable wire for a comfortable and secure fit.

The SE425 will be available with the PSM900 in early 2010. The SE425 and SE535 will be available mid 2010 as stand-alone SKUs.

Fender to Preview New Line of Passports at NAMM 2010!

As many already know, the previous Passport series has been discontinued…..and replaced with the all-new, completely redesigned Passport PRO Series…

The new line is delivered in three versions, 150, 300, and 500.

• Passport 150 PRO
• Passport 300 PRO
• Passport 500 PRO
• Passport Executive

These units are all lighter, louder and as you can see, much less expensive…..

The 500 Watt version contains a USB Flash Drive port for simple playback of all digital media files…a USB flash drive can also be used to RECORD all of your presentations or musical performances!! An innovative feature excusive to Passport products…..The pricing is aggressive and is going to be even easier to sell to your customers….

Also in 2010 is The Passport Executive, a one of a kind product that lets your voice be heard with 100 watts of clear stereo sound through state-of-the-art NXT flat-panel speaker technology, all in a slim, lightweight design that slips easily into its included laptop-style form-fitted travel bag…