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December 12, 2014
Corporate
QSC Named 2014 Top Workplace in Orange County
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…
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November 17, 2014
Corporate
QSC CXD-Q Amplifiers Honored for Product Innovation
Costa Mesa, CA (November 17, 2015 - QSC is pleased to announce their CXD-Q Network Amplifiers for the Q-SYS™ platform have been chosen by the readers of Sound & Video Contractor as one of 2014’s most innovative products for installed sound applications. Designed for integrators implementing Q-SYS Network Audio systems, CXD-Q Network Amplifiers feature the innovative Flexible Amplifier Summing Technology™ (FAST) found in CXD / PLD Amplifiers and combine it with Q-SYS network connectivity to create the ultimate audio routing and power amplifier solution for installed sound applications. “We are delighted that the readers of Sound & Video Contractor have recognized CXD-Q Amplifiers as an innovative network audio tool that they want to design systems with and recommend to their customers,” states Dale Sandberg, QSC Senior Product Manager, Power Amplifiers. “This award…
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November 14, 2014
Products & Solutions
QSC Unveils New Processing Amplifiers
Costa Mesa, CA (November 14, 2015) - QSC is pleased to announce the addition of GXD Series Processing Amplifiers to their line of amplifiers for entertainment and production applications. 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 systems. DSP…
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November 13, 2014
Training & Events
QSC Announces Product Presentation and Training Tour
Costa Mesa, CA (November 14, 2014) - QSC is pleased to announce its Systems’ Roadshow will be making stops across the US, including dates in Atlanta, Dallas, Washington D.C, New York and Chicago, offering participants the opportunity to see and hear the company’s latest technologies and meet QSC personnel. In addition to the product presentations and a “meet and greet” session, the QSC Training and Education will be hosting two free Q-SYS™ Level Two Training sessions with all eligible participants eligible to receive eight credits towards their InfoComm CTS RU requirements. “The QSC Roadshow is great way for integrators to learn first-hand about QSC’s newest integrated solutions and for certified Q-SYS designers to receive additional training and improve their Q-SYS™ knowledge and skills,” states Joe Pham, QSC President and CEO. “It’s also an invaluable…
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October 30, 2014
Featured Case Studies
Trinity Sound Company Builds for the Future with Q-SYS
Costa Mesa, CA (October 29, 2014) - Building for the future is a trademark of Southern California-based Trinity Sound Company and when it comes to larger scale audio installations, Trinity Sound Company’s go to network audio solution is the QSC Q-SYS™ network audio platform. Two recent Trinity Sound Company installations that utilize Q-SYS are found at Vineyard Church of Anaheim Hills and Yucaipa Christian Church which have both benefitted from using Q-SYS as their sound system’s foundation. In both cases, system owners cited the Q-SYS’ ability to grow as the needs of the congregation grow and centralized control as key requirements. “As a company, we have been incorporating Q-SYS into many of our designs because of the Q-sys’ powerful processing capabilities and flexible options,” says Devin Devore at Trinity Sound Company. “With predictable and consistent…
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October 15, 2014
Corporate
Technical Communications Developer Bob Lee Honored with AES Fellowship Award
Costa Mesa, CA, (October 15, 2014) – QSC is proud to announce that Bob Lee, QSC Technical Communications Developer and a respected industry veteran, was honored at the 137th Convention of the Audio Engineering Society with the prestigious AES Fellowship Award. The Fellowship Award is given to an AES member who has rendered conspicuous service, or is recognized to have made a valuable contribution to the advancement in or dissemination of knowledge of audio engineering or in the promotion of its application in practice. “I am honored to be recognized and humbled to be included with such a prestigious group of audio professionals,” says, Bob Lee AES Fellowship Award winner and QSC Technical Communications Developer. “My work with AES is fueled by my passion for audio and my desire to help advance and promote audio education, and I appreciate the acknowledgement by…
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October 9, 2014
Featured Case Studies
Q-SYS™ Network Audio Platform Plays Integral Role in Knott’s Berry Farm’s Annual Knott’s Scary Farm Event
Buena Park, CA, (October 9, 2014) - For over 40 years, Knott’s Scary Farm has provided guests with the largest and most haunted theme park experience via their annual Scary Farm event. For this year’s celebration, Knott’s is using dual redundant Q-SYS Core 500i processors to manage sound effect prompts and audio distribution needs in five of the park’s themed walk-through mazes. The use of technology and audio has always played an important role in creating and enhancing any entertainment experience helping guest get closer to the action and Halloween Haunt is prime example. “One of our goals with our Knott’s Scary Farm haunted attractions is to transform our guests from simply being observers to becoming interactive participants in the experience,” says Lawrence McCoy, Audio Specialist, Entertainment Design, Knott’s Berry Farm. “With Q-SYS we have the precision…
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October 1, 2014
Corporate
QSC Positions Itself for Growth in Europe through Realigned Distribution Partnerships
Costa Mesa, CA - (September 29, 2014) – Following the company’s recent restructuring into global, channel-specific business units, Costa Mesa, CA based QSC Audio Products LLC is announcing a realignment of its distribution in The UK and Germany, effective November 1, 2014. The company’s Systems business unit, serving the integrated systems channel, will continue to be represented by Shure Distribution, the QSC distributor for all the company’s Pro and Systems products in the UK and Germany since 1992 and 2007 respectively. “Shure’s capability to support our rapidly-expanding Integrated Systems technology in the region is unparalleled. Their complementary product portfolio, combined with their technical knowledge, vast experience, and highly developed sales and marketing functions make them an ideal partner to deliver compelling QSC System solutions to customers in…
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September 8, 2014
Corporate
Peter E. Schmitt Company Appointed QSC Sales Representatives for Metro New York
Costa Mesa, CA (September 8, 2014) – QSC Audio Products, LLC, is pleased to announce the appointment of the Peter E. Schmitt Company as its manufacturer’s representative for Metro New York. Peter E Schmitt is one of the oldest and most respected independent rep firms in the country with its roots dating back nearly 90 years. “I am excited to have Peter E. Schmitt join the QSC team as our independent sales representatives for the New York Metro area,” says Perry Celia, QSC Director of North American Sales. “Their extensive knowledge and deep connections within the New York market, combined with their commitment to customer service and outstanding technical knowledge will be a great asset in the continued success of the QSC brand.” Founded in 1926 by F. Edwin Schmitt, the company’s first line was Sangamo capacitors, currently known as Cornell Dubilier, which served…
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September 3, 2014
Corporate
QSC at Norwegian Film Fest
Since 1973, the Norwegian International Film Festival has been held annually in Haugesund, Norway. It runs for 10 days in August, during which attendees have the opportunity to view over 70 films from 24 countries. In the cinema world, the Norwegian International Film Festival in Haugesund is considered "The Nordic Cannes". Most of the films are screened at Edda Kino, which has five theatres. QSC Cinema products are installed in four of the venues, including the DCP 100 and DCP 300 digital cinema processors and DCS loudspeakers. The largest room, Edda 1, which accommodates 529 people, is where the major premieres are screened. Edda 1 is equipped with three model SC-434 4-way screen channel systems, three model SB-7218 dual 18-inch subwoofers, and twenty-four SR Series surround loudspeakers. All the loudspeakers are powered by DCA power amplifiers, including…
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August 19, 2014
Products & Solutions
QSC Full-Line Product Guide Available for iPad
QSC proudly introduces its full line pro and systems product catalog in an interactive, self-contained app for your iOS tablet device available for free in the Apple iTunes store. Browse key features, essential product specifications and high-resolution imagery for every QSC professional and systems product line. The app also features a full library of product introductions and demonstration videos, and downloadable PDF spec sheets (when an internet connection is available). Simple controls and a built-in app tutorial make finding the right information as easy as possible. The app will be updated as new QSC products become available, ensuring that users always have the most common QSC product information. (Make sure that “Updates” are turned on in your “iTunes & App Store” Automatic Download Settings.) Click here to view more information from Apple App Store web…
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August 13, 2014
Featured Case Studies
Nevada Smith’s Sports Bar Recreates Realistic Stadium Sound with QSC
New York, NY (Aug 12, 2014) – Nevada Smith’s, a Manhattan mecca for fans of European soccer, contracted design-install firm AV/NY to install a high-tech, audio-visual system for its relocation to 100 Third Avenue, just a block north of its former 20-year home. The new multi-million-dollar megapub features QSC K Series active loudspeakers and AcousticDesign in-ceiling loudspeakers driven by RMXa Series amplifiers throughout, delivering larger-than-life audio quality experience to match the two massive projection screens and numerous flat-screen HD displays installed throughout the venue. “It was important for us to design a system that made Nevada Smith’s fans feel like they were right in the football stadium,” says Daryl Kral, a former Broadway sound engineer and owner of AV/NY. “During our initial meetings it was evident that Nevada Smith’s wanted to go big,…
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August 8, 2014
Software
PLD/CXD Firmware Release
As part of our ongoing research and development we are proud to announce the release of a new firmware version V1.4.5 which is available now from the QSC website to download and install via USB using the free the Amplifier Navigator software:(http://www.qsc.com/resources/software/amplifier-navigator/). The CXD/PLD has gained praise from users around the world for its versatility, power and sheer audio quality. Now we are taking the platform even further forward and are delighted to announce a number of improvements: NEW Intrinsic Correction loudspeaker tunings (AD-S6T, AD-S12sw, AC-C4T) Updated and enhanced Intrinsic Correction loudspeaker tunings (Wideline, ILA) New loudspeaker tunings for Martin Audio products. Our list of supported third party brands now includes: B52, Cerwin Vega, Classic Pro, EV, JBL, Martin Audio, Nexo, Peavey, and Yamaha (Note: All…
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July 17, 2014
Corporate
QSC Promotes Barry Ferrell
QSC Audio Products, LLC., is proud to announce the promotion of Barry Ferrell to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer. Barry Ferrell began his career at the company in 1990 as an Applications Engineer and was the first technical hire at the company in the sales and marketing department. In 2009, Barry assumed the leadership role of the Cinema Group at QSC, and was promoted to Vice President of Cinema in October 2012. Under Barry's leadership, QSC has become a leader in the global cinema market. Over his 23-year career at QSC, Barry has served as the product manager for every cinema product developed at QSC, including DCA amplifiers, DCM crossover/monitors, DCS loudspeakers, and the DCP line of Digital Cinema Processors. In addition, Barry has had significant input in the development of other major products in the Installation markets. …
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July 14, 2014
Training & Events
Loudspeaker Technologies and Innovations Seminar
The following video is a Loudspeaker Technologies and Innovations Seminar held during the QSC Meyer Marketing Audio Expo at Full Sail University. https://youtu.be/bHTAAcZPyzk
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July 11, 2014
Training & Events
Advanced Amplifier Technologies Seminar
The following is a seminar on Advanced Amplifier Technologies featuring PLD/CXD/CXD-Q processing amplifiers at the QSC Meyer Marketing Audio Expo held at Full Sail University. https://youtu.be/wyK0JbkfzaU For more information click on the links below: PLD Series Processing Amplifiers CXD Series Processing Amplifiers CXD-Q Series Processing Amplifiers
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July 2, 2014
Corporate
QSC Wins Industry Awards at Infocomm 2014
Las Vegas, NV (June 27, 2014)--QSC Audio Products, LLC., is pleased to announced that it has received two Best of Show Awards, recognizing the most innovative new products shown at the Infocomm 2014 show. The new QSC CXD-Q Power Amplifiers and the new Q-SYS™ Enterprise Cores were award winners from among hundreds of products on display at Infocomm 2014, by Sound and Video Contractor and A/V Technology Magazines, respectively. "With thousands of new product introductions at InfoComm 2014, more than 37,000 attendees, 218 new exhibitors, nearly 200 award nominations, our 'Best in Show' Awards help spotlight best-in-class innovations," said Margot Douaihy, editor, AV Technology & EDUwire. "We congratulate the winners and their commitment to the needs of tech managers and end-users." All NewBay Media’s Best of Show Awards were judged by a panel of AV/IT technology…
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June 26, 2014
Products & Solutions
QSC WideLine-10 System Constantly Out On Hire In Chennai
Chennai, India, June 2014 — AV Express, an audio-visual equipment hire company based in Chennai in India, recently added a QSC WideLine-10 system to their sound reinforcement inventory comprised of 16 three-way WL2102-w modules with six GP218-sw subwoofers. For a decade, AV Express on India's East coast, has been one of the city's premier audio-visual events hire companies, handling audio, video and lighting for everything from live bands and DJ sets to corporate shows. "When we were looking for a new system to upgrade our existing audio inventory, we would not compromise," comments Mr Murugesh, one of AV Express's principal partners. "We had a lot to choose from, but only the QSC WideLine system matched our parameters of quality and performance. Plus, QSC’s representative, Pro Visual Audio, walked us through the entire operation and workflow of the system during our…
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June 18, 2014
Products & Solutions
QSC Showcases New CXD-Q Network Amplifiers for Q-SYS™
INFOCOMM 2014, LAS VEGAS (June 18, 2014) — Designed specifically for use with the Q-SYS Network Audio Platform, QSC will be showcasing their new CXD-Q Network Amplifier line. CXD-Q models combine the Flexible Amplifier Summing Technology™ (FAST) found in the CXD/PLD amplifier platform with the same Q-SYS network connectivity and processing to create the ultimate audio routing and power solution for installed sound applications. “CXD-Q represents our ongoing commitment to create installed sound solutions that are incredibly versatile and integrate seamlessly with Q-SYS," says Dale Sandberg, QSC Senior Product Manager. “As Q-SYS products, they operate like other Q-SYS peripherals utilizing the same standard Layer 3 networking technology for audio streaming, control, and monitoring. As amplifiers, they feature our new Flexible Amplifier Summing Technology™ (FAST) that…
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June 18, 2014
Products & Solutions
QSC Announces Next Generation Q-SYS™ Enterprise Cores
INFOCOMM 2014, LAS VEGAS (June 18, 2014) — QSC Audio Products, LLC is pleased to announce that the next generation of Q-SYS™Enterprise Cores will be available in Summer 2014. Doubling the processing capabilities of the models they supersede (Core 1000 and Core 3000), the new Core 1100 will provide up to 256x network audio Flex-channels and 72x AEC channels using a pair of the latest generation XEON 4-core processors, while the Core 3100 will provide up to 512x512 fixed network audio channels and a whopping 144x AEC channels using a pair of the latest generation XEON 8-core processors. Additional features include super-sized, low-speed fans for maximum front-to-rear airflow with minimal fan noise, and a premium field-serviceable power-supply. “These next-generation server cores are uniquely suited to manage the extensive audio processing needs in larger deployments…
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