Nugen Halo Downmix Software
Nugen Audio has introduced Halo Downmix, a solution for precise downmixing of feature film
and 5.1 mixes to stereo.
Halo Downmix is a solution for delivering accurate downmixes that are no longer limited to
typical in-the-box coefficient-based processes. It allows for precise adjustment and provides
visual controls for relative levels, timing, and direct versus ambient sound balance. With Halo
Downmix, the dialog level can be maintained effectively with phantom centre ratio controls
and excess ambient sound from rear channels can be managed simply. Low frequencies can
also be regulated to ensure appropriate levels in downmix, and timing artifacts in surround
channels introduced by legacy upmix practices are now easier to fix, either manually or by
using the Halo Downmix auto detection functionality.
In addition, Halo Downmix introduces a surround-to-surround mode for adjusting existing
5.1 or 7.1 mixes for better downmix compatibility or re-balancing of the surround mix.
For more information, contact Music Marketing: 416-789-7100, FAX 416-789-1667,
[email protected], www.musicmarketing.ca.
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Clair Brothers C12 & C8 Line Arrays
Clair Brothers has released the C12 and C8 line array products, which are available with the
company’s True Fit Technology horizontal waveguides custom tailored for any specific venue.
The C12 and C8 feature a new transducer technology that offers a reduction in overall weight
and amplifier channel requirements. These features enhance the ability for the line array to be
digitally beam-steered in the vertical plane with F.I.R. processing. The C12, a double 12-in. format
line array, and the C8, a double 8-in. line array, share the benefit that both can be ordered with a
variety of horizontal waveguide patterns. Standard factory waveguides are 90 and 120 degrees,
but a range of waveguides between 60 and 140 degrees are also available.
For more information, contact Clair Brothers: 717-665-4000, [email protected],
www.clairbrothers.com.
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