AudioControl Announces New DSP Matrix-Processors & Full-Range Amplifier Product Launches at CES 2016
Seattle, WA; December 16th, 2015
AudioControl, the industry leading designer and manufacturer of high performance mobile electronics, announced today that at the 2016 International CES Expo in Las Vegas, they will be introducing their new line-up of high-performance DSP matrix-processors, and their first ever full-range processing amplifiers. Additionally they will be unveiling a major update to the merchandising of their products, all to be unveiled on day one of CES 2016. All products have been directly influenced by leading installers throughout the USA and worldwide, to further push forward AudioControl’s mission of ‘Making Good Sound Great™’.
New Digital Signal Processors
AudioControl will debut two new matrix-processors at CES 2016, designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA. Both models include AudioControl’s new DSP software platform, designed to deliver its new ‘Smart-user’ installer interface with software-ergonomically designed features to simplify and provide the best installer real-time user experience. The DM-810 has eight active high-level speaker inputs, six pre-amp inputs, and two digital inputs plus ten pre-amp outputs. The DM-608 has six eight active high-level speaker inputs, six pre-amp inputs, and two digital inputs plus eight pre-amp outputs.
AudioControl’s ‘Smart-user’ interface contains the power of AudioControl processing through a flexible DSP PC interface packed full of features and simply laid out including 30-bands of EQ adjustment, parametric filters, signal time-alignment, input delay, phase correction, AudioControl AccuBASS™, GTO turn on circuit, as well as integrated input and output RTA’s. This exciting new platform also incorporates a connectivity port that will allow users to program DSP features using Android or iOS devices, as well as stream media including high quality lossless audio via an optional AudioControl Bluetooth device.
“Given our leading position in high performance factory-radio and after-market signal processing, our dealers have been asking us to complement our leading audio-processors by offering powerful AudioControl DSP processors”, commented Chris Bennett, AudioControl’s National Sales Manager of Mobile Electronics. “Our product engineering and software design teams collaborated together to bring to the market a completely new series of DSP performance processors with the smartest, most powerful DSP software to simplify and create the best user experience and entertainment performance in the market today for all cars”.
New Full Range Car Amplifiers
On the back of AudioControl’s successful launch of ‘The Epicenter’ subwoofer amplifiers, introduced in 2015, AudioControl has built on this success with the introduction of its first line-up of full-range amplifiers. These new models superbly complement the award-winning ‘The Epicenter 1200™’ and “The Epicenter 600™’ subwoofer amplifiers.
The new models initially feature two 4-channel models and feature over 200 watts RMS at 2 Ohms. The LC-4.800 and D-4.800 (The D-4.800 incorporates AudioControl’s new Smart-User DSP software platform) models have six/eight high-level speaker inputs that allow for signals to be summed directly into the amplifier. AudioControl has also included much of its signal processing technology including features of its popular LC2i, AccuBASS™ bass management, GTO™ Great-Turn-ON, as well as Linkwitz-Riley Crossovers and more.
The D-4.800 benefits from being a full DSP Amplifier incorporating AudioControl’s new matrix-processing Smart-User software developed for its DM-810 and DM-608 DSP Processor line-up.
Bennett continued “Our dealers have been asking for the best in amplification from AudioControl and we have delivered a unique line up of new full-range amplifiers that will lead the way where the user truly wants to step up the performance and power of their audio system – Our new ‘LC Series’ and ‘D Series’ Amplifiers are truly ‘no ordinary amplifiers’ and the first in a range of AudioControl amplifiers unlike any other on the market today!”
AudioControl will be debuting all its new processors and Amplifiers at International CES 2016, Booth number 2112 in the North Hall. All models are expected to start shipping early in 2016. All AudioControl products carry AudioControl’s 5-year limited warranty.
About AudioControl
AudioControl is a U.S. designer and manufacturer of the highest quality home theater processors and amplifiers, distributed audio amplifiers, car audio, signal processors and pro-audio products, celebrating nearly four decades of ‘making good sound great’. The company’s headquarters, including research & development, manufacturing, production, & training facilities continue to thrive in Seattle, Washington heart of the rainforest of the Pacific Northwest.
Press Contact
Chris Kane
chris.k@audiocontrol.com
(425) 775-8461
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AudioControl to Showcase Ultimate Subwoofer Amplifiers and OEM Integration Solutions at Knowledgefest 2015
Seattle, WA – AudioControl, the industry leading manufacturer of high performance car audio signal processors and amplification, announced they will be exhibiting their full range audio products at the 2015 Mobile Electronics Knowledgefest in Dallas, August 15th to 17th, Booth #129. Featured in their booth will be their newly released, award winning subwoofer amplifiers based around The Epicenter® bass restoration technology.
The Epicenter® 600 and 1200 Demonstrate That “Everything Else Is Just An Amplifier”
The Epicenter® 600 and The Epicenter® 1200 are already shaking up the world of amplification as these powerful new amplifiers simply do more than any other amplifier with built in processing and a true high current design. To highlight this level of performance, AudioControl will have on display a special demo vehicle built that showcases The Epicenter® 1200 and AudioControl’s best selling OEM processor the DQ-61.
AudioControl will be displaying their complete line of OE Integration processors including the best selling LC2i active line level processor with AccuBASS, the LC7i six channel processor with summing, and the DQ-61 digital sound processor with AccuBASS, Linkwitz-Riley crossover, equalization and time alignment capabilities.
With an exciting addition to their professional audio category, AudioControl will also debut its new SA4100i direct connect iOS microphone plus the AudioControl’s new Mobile Tools app that will assist mobile specialists in their installations and calibrations.
“AudioControl continues its legacy of Making Good Sound Great with innovative forward thinking ideas and products”, commented Chris Bennett, National Sales Manager – Mobile. “Interacting with dealers at KnowledgeFest provides us the information we need as a manufacturer to provide the best audio solutions and grow our customers business with the best audio products. Our conversations during this time will lead us to create future products and solutions that help store owners, installers and our industry as a whole! ”
About AudioControl
AudioControl is a U.S. designer and manufacturer of the highest quality home theater processors and amplifiers, distributed audio amplifiers, car audio, signal processors and precise analysis products, celebrating nearly four decades of ‘making good sound great’. The company’s headquarters, including research and development, manufacturing, production, and training facilities continue to thrive in Seattle, Washington heart of the rainforest of the Pacific Northwest.
Press Contact
AudioControl: Chris Kane 425-775-8461
chris.k@audiocontrol.com
Copyright 2015 AudioControl. All rights reserved. AudioControl and the AudioControl logo are registered trademarks of AudioControl Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
AudioControl to Launch NEW SA4100i iOS Mobile Tuning Microphone at Knowledgefest 2015 Training Seminars
Seattle, WA – AudioControl, the industry leading manufacturer of high performance car audio signal processors and amplification, announced they will debut the new AudioControl SA4100i direct connect iOS microphone plus the AudioControl Mobile Tools app at their upcoming training seminars at KnowledgeFest 2015.
AudioControl Training will be held in the Coronado “C” meeting room and scheduled on Saturday August 15th at 4:15pm and Sunday August 16th at 5:15pm. Those interested in attending can contact Chris Bennett at chris.b@audiocontrol.com or register directly at the Knowledgefest website. AudioControl’s training seminar at KnowledgeFest is already receiving a lot of industry attention and seats are already being booked by attendees. Early registration is recommended.
About AudioControl
AudioControl is a U.S. designer and manufacturer of the highest quality home theater processors and amplifiers, distributed audio amplifiers, car audio, signal processors and precise analysis products, celebrating nearly four decades of ‘making good sound great’. The company’s headquarters, including research and development, manufacturing, production, and training facilities continue to thrive in Seattle, Washington heart of the rainforest of the Pacific Northwest.
Press Contact
AudioControl: Chris Kane 425-775-8461
chris.k@audiocontrol.com
Copyright 2015 AudioControl. All rights reserved. AudioControl and the AudioControl logo are registered trademarks of AudioControl Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
AudioControl “Pumps Up The Volume” With The Director Series Network Amplifiers
New Volume Control Functions Added To The Director® Series Amplifiers Compliments Industry Leading Signal Processing Capabilities
Seattle, WA; December 17, 2014 – AudioControl has announced a number of exciting new feature additions to their industry leading multi-channel amplifiers, The Director Model D3400 and Model D4400, that allows users to discretely control the volume levels of selected channels. New software enabled features provide integrators with a number of pre-amplifier capabilities that further expand the capabilities of The Director Series and make it an even more powerful distributed audio amplifier:
Summary Of Key Feature Additions To The Director Series
- Ability to increase and decrease volume levels incrementally in each zone
- Set volume level on a per group basis
- Set a default “Maximum On Volume” function
- Program query commands to identify current known volume status of zones and alerts
The AudioControl Director Model D3400 and D4400 network amplifiers are category leading products with flexible digital signal processing that supports graphic and parametric equalization filters for each zone, crossover functions, memory locations along with complete network monitoring of mute status and temperature. The amplifiers are rated at 65 watts per channel (D3400) and 100 watts per channel (D4400) respectfully at 8 ohms but can also be bridged for increased power level and are stable into low impedances.
These new volume controls are now included with all The Director series amplifiers, effective immediately. Command protocols for The Director series are available on the AudioControl website or directly thru 3rd party control companies.
The Director Series amplifiers are designed, engineered and manufactured at AudioControl’s factory in the Pacific Northwest, located outside of Seattle, WA. Like all AudioControl audio products, The Director series network amplifiers come with a complete 5-year parts and labor bulletproof warranty.
AudioControl to Launch the New DQDX
AudioControl’s Latest Sound Processor with Signal Delay for the Aftermarket Car Audio System announced at CES International 2014
Seattle, WA -January 3, 2014:
AudioControl announced today that it will debut its DQDX aftermarket Digital Processor with Signal Delay at CES 2014.
The DQDX is designed specifically for the ‘aftermarket’ and is the latest in AudioControl’s product line-up to include AudioControl’s Signal Delay platform that allows the user to align their listening soundstage position between the output of the left and right speakers, plus seamlessly blend in the subwoofer to the listening environment.
The introduction of AudioControl Signal Delay creates a new level of audio performance dramatically improving the in-car entertainment experience across all aftermarket audio systems and upgrades. Unlike other products on the market, AudioControl has designed its Signal-Delay platform to be able to be aligned without the need for complex, time-consuming computer set-up.
AudioControl engineers based in the U.S.A. designed the DQDX to be a ‘installer-friendly’ processor. It is equipped with a number of features that simplify the overall installation and calibration process making the DQDX one of the cleanest and simplest ways to use Signal Delay to improve aftermarket radios. As well as AudioControl Signal Delay, twenty-one discrete bands of equalization control provide users with impressive processing to accurately “tune” their audio systems. In addition, the DQDX is the latest AudioControl processor to incorporate a 24dB Linkwitz-Riley selectable crossover allowing the user to choose their exact crosover frequency between 50Hz and 500Hz. The AudioControl DQDX truly lets music enthusiasts “take back control” of their sound performance and achieve an amazing entertainment experience in their car audio systems.
Sean Reid, National Sales Manager at AudioControl commented “After the release of our hugely popular DQ-61 earlier in 2013 and talking with dealers all over the country they said that such an amazing product at this unique price point should not be limited to just the customer with OEM radios and we listened! Our new DQDX is designed specifically for the aftermarket enthusiast and can be added to any existing aftermarket car audio system achieving our goal of Making Good Sound Great”
Reid added “We are excited to showcase to dealers and enthusiasts the processing power of the DQDX at CES International 2014 at our show booth in the CES North Hall. It is clear from our dealer test feedback that like our DQ-61 the DQDX will be one of the go-to processors for the entire aftermarket car audio sector in 2014. We will have both our DQDX and DQ-61 on display as key features of our presentations at CES International 2014“.