AudioControl Shipping Company’s First High Powered Mobile Audio Amplifier With Onboard DSP
The D-4.800 4-channel amplifier delivers best-in-class DSP-based system tuning capability along with AudioControl’s superior sound and build quality as well as unparalleled OEM integration technology all from a single chassis
Seattle, WA, July 17th, 2017 – AudioControl (audiocontrol.com), makers of innovative high-performance audio solutions for residential, commercial and automotive markets since 1977 has announced that the D-4.800 4-channel car audio amplifier is now shipping to authorized dealers. The D-4.800 joins the LC4.800 and the LC-6.1200 family of premium automotive amplifiers offering advanced features and best-in-class OEM interface technology all available now from AudioControl. By combining DSP functionality within the amplifier, the innovative D-4.800 enhances performance while conserving space and installation time verses solutions that require multiple components and connecting cables.
The D-4.800 incorporates AudioControl’s new Smart-User DSP software platform that was developed for the DM-810 and DM-608 signal processors, providing the most refined levels of tuning flexibility for any factory or aftermarket sound system. Using AudioControl’s Smart User Interface allows complete control over all features including 30 bands of equalization, signal time-alignment, crossover selections, input delay and phase correction, plus integrated input and output RTA’s.
The D-4.800, configurable as a 4/3/2 channel amplifier, delivers 125 watts into 4 ohms/200 watts into 2 ohms and 400 watts bridged into 4 ohms. Each pair of channels is bridgeable, giving installers the flexibility they need for an array of system configuration options. The D-4.800 has line level plus advanced speaker-level input circuitry and signal summing, making OEM integration possible even for the most complex factory systems. Other key features include AudioControl’s proprietary patented AccuBASS® circuit, a unique smart technology that has been designed to seamlessly apply bass compensation only when required in order to restore low frequencies that the factory installed source unit maybe limiting. The D-4.800 features MILC™ level-matching technology and the GTO™ signal sensing circuit, helping installers overcome OEM integration hurdles and deliver the finest possible automotive sound systems. An optional ACR-1 assignable remote level control gives users fingertip access to bass level on the fly. All AudioControl automotive amplifiers are designed and assembled in the USA from components sourced globally and come with a 5-year warranty.
“12-volt retailers, installers and their customers will appreciate the refinement of the new D-4.800 amplifier, which combines high-power output, the finest OEM interface circuitry and an unparalleled level of DSP functionality all from a single, space-saving chassis,” commented Chris Bennett, AudioControl’s National Sales Manager of Mobile Electronics. “These full-featured amplifiers are complete system solutions, delivering the performance and reliability that car audio consumers have come to expect from the AudioControl brand.”
The AudioControl D-4.800 has an MSRP of $699 and is available now.
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ABOUT AUDIOCONTROL
AudioControl is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative high-performance audio solutions for the residential, commercial, and automotive markets since 1977. Based in Seattle, WA, AudioControl offers premium quality home theater and whole-house entertainment products, distributed audio amplifiers for commercial applications and a legacy of outstanding car audio processors, amplifiers and OEM interface solutions sold and installed worldwide by qualified professionals. For more information visit audiocontrol.com or contact AudioControl at +1 425-775-8461 or email sound.great@audiocontrol.com.
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AudioControl Celebrates Milestone 40th Year Anniversary
Seattle, WA, June 22nd, 2017 – AudioControl® (audiocontrol.com), designers and manufacturers of innovative high-performance audio solutions for residential, commercial and automotive markets since 1977 is proud to have been serving car audio enthusiasts with the finest products for 40 years. From the beautiful Pacific Northwest region of the USA, AudioControl has established a culture of innovation, superb components and outstanding customer service from a team that is truly passionate about making good sound great.
“Our customers far and wide simply love what we do, and our engineers have a well-deserved reputation for being legends within the audio engineering community—they know a thing or two about creating fine audio products that offer great reliability, performance and value,” explained CEO Alex Camara.
In the early days of aftermarket car audio when 8-track and cassette tapes ruled the earth, the AudioControl product lineup consisted of specialty components that were sold through some of the very first car audio retailers/installers. The company mission was to enable our dealers to help consumers overcome the acoustic anomalies of their automobiles in order to enjoy the finest possible sound. After heroically saving much of humanity from a subpar listening experience on the open road, AudioControl has since garnered countless awards and numerous patents for advances in the reproduction of sound.
Over four decades, as audio engineering advanced from LP records, tape, CDs, MP3s and beyond, AudioControl has created a revered lineup of outstanding car audio processors, amplifiers and OEM interface solutions sold and installed worldwide by the most qualified professionals.
Today, the mission for AudioControl remains the same: to provide aftermarket car audio retailers the tools they need to create a lifelike entertainment experience that outperforms expectations for each and every customer. As an example, AudioControl is leading the charge with OEM integration solutions for aftermarket car audio retailers, enabling them to satisfy consumer demand for great sound even in vehicles where the factory radio cannot be replaced.
“For 40 years, AudioControl has engineered and manufactured some of the finest audio components proudly made in the USA,” Camara added. “Our products are sold throughout the US and internationally in approximately 35 countries worldwide. As our loyal dealers and end-users can attest, few things are as gratifying as the gift of music, and AudioControl continues to be at the forefront of making good sound great by offering the most advanced, high-performance components we have ever produced.”
AudioControl – Celebrating 40 years of Making Good Sound Great
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.
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AudioControl Introduces the DM-608 DSP matrix Processor for Automotive Sound Systems
Featuring ultra-clean high-level inputs for OEM interface as well as line level and digital inputs, the DM-608 is a highly versatile DSP processor enabling dealers to deliver precisely tailored sound for each customer
Seattle, WA, April 5th, 2017 – AudioControl (audiocontrol.com), makers of innovative high-performance audio solutions for the residential, commercial and automotive markets introduces the DM-608 DSP matrix processor for automotive sound systems. The DM-608 gives installers a versatile processor with both high and low-level inputs for use in OEM interface applications as well as with an aftermarket head unit. The 6-input/8-output configuration along with a revolutionary user interface makes the DM-608 an intuitive and effective path to optimizing system performance and delivering the finest automotive sound to consumers.
Using the DM-608, dealers can optimize the performance of any audio system, regardless of whether they are using a factory or aftermarket source. Key features include a vast array of analog and digital inputs and up to 8-channels of output. The easy-to-navigate smart user interface gives installers the power of AudioControl DSP processing through a flexible, highly intuitive PC interface packed full of features. Configure signal summing, 30-bands of equalization, signal time-alignment, input delay and phase correction, plus proprietary AudioControl innovations such as AccuBASS®, GTO™ Signal Sense, and MILC™ as well as integrated input and output RTA’s. The digital audio input on the DM-608 will allow hires streaming directly into the DSP, while an option port is included to be used for future inputs, controllers and interface solutions.
Available now, the AudioControl DM-608 is designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA and features a 5-year warranty. Suggested selling price is $599.
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ABOUT AUDIOCONTROL
AudioControl is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative high-performance audio solutions for the residential, commercial, and automotive markets since 1977. Based in Seattle, WA, AudioControl offers premium quality home theater and whole-house entertainment products, distributed audio amplifiers for commercial applications and a legacy of outstanding car audio processors, amplifiers and OEM interface solutions sold and installed worldwide by qualified professionals. For more information visit audiocontrol.com or contact AudioControl at +1 425-775-8461 or email sound.great@audiocontrol.com.
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AudioControl to Debut Two New Products at 2017 Spring KnowledgeFest in Indianapolis
Seattle, WA, March 30th, 2017 – AudioControl (audiocontrol.com), makers of innovative highperformance audio solutions for the residential, commercial and automotive markets has announced the unveiling of two new products—the LC-6.1200 6-channel amplifier and the DM-608 processor—making their debut at the 2017 Spring KnowledgeFest, booth 212 to be held in Indianapolis.
Attendees will be see the new amplifier and processor, both shipping now, and be treated to a demo vehicle featuring two LC-6.1200’s mated to a DM-810 processor integrated with the factory head unit in a 2013 Subaru Legacy built by Mark Rubacha of Cartronix in Valparaiso, Indiana.
The LC-6.1200 amplifier features fully adjustable independent Linkwitz-Riley crossover networks for precise system configuration. Other key features of the LC-6.1200 include AudioControl’s proprietary patented AccuBASS® circuit, a unique smart technology that has been designed to seamlessly apply bass compensation only when required in order to restore low frequencies to their proper level within the recording. AccuBASS is an indispensable tool for OEM interface projects.
The DM-608 processor enables dealers to optimize the performance of any audio system, regardless of whether they are using a factory or aftermarket source. Key features include active speaker level inputs as well as line-level and digital audio inputs, providing up to 8-channels of output. AudioControl’s smart user interface gives installers the power of AudioControl processing through a flexible, highly intuitive PC interface packed full of features. Configure signal summing, 30-bands of equalization, signal time alignment, input delay and phase correction, plus proprietary features such as AccuBASS®, GTO™ Signal Sense, and MILC™ as well as integrated input and output RTA’s. The built-in option port on the DM-608 will allow hi-res streaming directly into the DSP, and the option port can also be used for future inputs, controllers and interface solutions.
“The AudioControl line has just made sense for us,” explained Eric Carter, President of Cartronix. “We work on many vehicles where our clients prefer to keep their factory radio. AudioControl has been a win-win lineup for us, the product is bulletproof, system tuning is easy and their tech support and customer service has always been amazing. I am very excited to be building this demo car for AudioControl and can’t wait to hear it at KnowledgeFest.”
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ABOUT AUDIOCONTROL
AudioControl is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative high-performance audio solutions for the residential, commercial, and automotive markets since 1977. Based in Seattle, WA, AudioControl offers premium quality home theater and whole-house entertainment products, distributed audio amplifiers for commercial applications and a legacy of outstanding car audio processors, amplifiers and OEM interface solutions sold and installed worldwide by qualified professionals. For more information visit audiocontrol.com or contact AudioControl at +1 425-775-8461 or email sound.great@audiocontrol.com.
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AudioControl Adds Monitor Audio to Sound Partners Program
AudioControl’s tailored DSP speaker profiles give integrators the vital tools to optimize system
performance while minimizing the time required to fine-tune each zone
Seattle, WA, February 16th, 2017 – AudioControl (audiocontrol.com), makers of innovative high performance audio solutions for the residential, commercial and automotive markets has announced that Monitor Audio has been added to their Sound Partners Program (SPP). The AudioControl SPP was established as a cooperative initiative with industry-leading architectural speaker manufacturers in order to implement optimized performance profiles as defined by each brand’s engineers. These
profiles, when stored in the DSP onboard the AudioControl Director™ M-Series of high-performance 8 and 16-channel amplifiers, creates the ultimate whole-house entertainment/commercial audio platform for professional integrators.
DSP profiles are now available for Monitor Audio CLG140 and CLG160 garden speakers and their recently unveiled IV140 in-wall/in-ceiling architectural speaker system. Integrators using both AudioControl DSP-enabled Director M-Series amplifiers with any of these Monitor Audio loudspeaker models will be able to take advantage of the profiles as well as the fine-tuning capabilities of these amplifiers to deliver a superlative entertainment experience for their clients. “We are excited to work with the team at Monitor Audio and welcome them as new members of our Sound Partners Program,” said AudioControl CEO Alex Camara. “The SPP provides professional integrators with the tools they need to differentiate themselves in a competitive market while delivering superb sound quality to their clients.”
AudioControl Director M-Series Amplifiers
The matrixing capabilities of the Director M-Series amplifiers allow any of eight analog or two digital inputs to be routed to any zone output. The 2U M-Series M6400 and M6800 includes two digital SPDIF inputs plus two SPDIF outputs that are tied to the matrix so that any one of the input sources can be routed through the digital outputs. These digital outputs can then be connected to the digital inputs on additional M-Series amplifiers, enabling integrators to use multiple amplifiers and assign input signal routing as needed. The Director M-Series now includes a 1U, 8-channel solution called the M4800 that is available now. All models are capable of 100 watts per channel at 8 Ohms, 200 watts at 4 Ohms and 400 watts bridged. M-Series amplifiers offer powerful DSP-based functionality along with AudioControl’s legendary sound quality, and can be used either as a standalone matrix-amplifier or as part of a 3rd party control system from companies including Crestron, Savant and Control 4. The AudioControl Director Model 4800 won the prestigious 2017 TechHome® Mark of Excellence Award presented by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA™), recognizing the best in custom integration and installed technology.
For more information or to become a member of the AudioControl Sound Partner Program, contact Brandon Cook at brandon.c@audiocontrol.com or (425) 977-4985.
About AudioControl
ABOUT AUDIOCONTROL
AudioControl is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative high-performance audio solutions for the residential, commercial, and automotive markets since 1977. Based in Seattle, WA, AudioControl offers premium quality home theater and whole-house entertainment products, distributed audio amplifiers for commercial applications and a legacy of outstanding car audio processors, amplifiers and OEM interface solutions sold and installed worldwide by qualified professionals. For more information visit audiocontrol.com or contact AudioControl at +1 425-775-8461 or email sound.great@audiocontrol.com.
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