Dan in Reality Life07/08/2014 Provided courtesy of DPA MicrophonesAbove: Daniel McCoy booming Kesha on the set of Rising Star. DPA Microphones_dscreet 4061_Rising Star.jpg LOS ANGELES, JULY 8, 2014 – When Daniel S. McCoy, CAS, scored the sound supervisor role for ABC’s new live results singing show, Rising Star, he knew he would need an innovative miking solution to support the performances. In addition to his tried-and-trusted d:dicate™ 4017 Shotgun Mic from DPA Microphones, McCoy also relies on his new DPA d:screet™ 4061 Omnidirectional Miniature Mics with Wisycom wideband transmitters and receivers.With behind-the-scenes competitor interviews, commentary from host Josh Groban and mentoring from the likes of Ludacris, Kesha and Brad Paisley, Rising Star incorporates significant moments of dialogue in addition to the performances. In order to account for the show’s various ENG and reality needs, McCoy simultaneously uses the d:dicate 4017 and d:screet 4061s to give the post production team the ultimate choice in audio dynamics. DPA Microphones_ddicate 4017C Shotgun_Rising Star.jpg Using the d:screet 4061s with the Wisycom transmitters is a first for McCoy, a long-time enthusiast of DPA Microphones. New York-based Gotham Sound supplied the one dozen d:screets and beltpacks for Rising Star. McCoy chose the d:screet 4061 because it has a lower sensitivity and can handle 144dB SPL, which allows him to avoid distortion on the powerful singing voices. In addition, post requires vibrant-sounding mics that can be concealed, and DPA was the perfect solution.Continued after the jump. Read more about Dan in Reality Life 0 comment Share Tweet
WisyCom Launch Specials End 6/30!06/23/2014 WisyCom units are now shipping! 50mW units are here (soon to be upgradable to 100 mW via free firmware upgrade after FCC approval!), but the launch specials are swiftly drawing to a close! If never needing to guess what frequency block your wireless will need to be in (no matter where you are or what new FCC-imposed frequency restrictions are enacted) sounds appealing to you, order a brand new WisyCom Combo Kit today, and get a free transmitter (a $1599 value)! Hurry, this offer ends June 30th, 2014!SPECIAL US LAUNCH OFFERAs a limited time promotion, when you buy a MCR42S-US Receiver Combo Kit, we'll include a FREE TRANSMITTER of your choice!Pick your flavor of kit with your choice of(2) MTP40S-US UHF Pocket Mini Transmitters (2x AA's)(2) MTP41-US UHF Pocket Mini Transmitters (1x AA's)(1) MTP40S-US Transmitter & (1) MTP41-US TransmitterAvailable in 470-640 MHz or 510-698 MHz. Get both in same range or mix and match!and every kit includes:(1) MCR42S-US Receiver(1) BPA42HPN 2-Channel Receiver Adapter for stand-alone operation(1) VAP42 Carry CaseAll for just $4146!Offer good through June 30th, 2014 or while supplies last. Limit four per customer.LAV CONVERSION SPECIALWe're also offering a lav mic conversion special - $35 to convert any lavalier to WisyCom's 3-Pin LEMO connector!CONSUMER ALERT: Most users do not need a license to operate these wireless microphone systems. Nevertheless, operating these microphone systems without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems, and these rules are subject to change. For more information, call the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCC’s wireless microphone website at www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones. Read more about WisyCom Launch Specials End 6/30! 0 comment Share Tweet
WisyCom is Here and More Powerful Than Ever06/06/2014 soon-with-100-mw-of-power.png Our WisyCom wideband wireless systems are finally shipping and with them comes some great news: All MTP40S-US transmitters shipped from this day forward will be able to transmit at 100mW via a firmware upgrade, pending FCC approval (which we expect soon.)Please note, this only applies to MTP40S-US transmitters shipped after 6/2/14. We didn't want customers stuck with the 50mW versions when we knew the 100mW option was coming out in the near future, so we asked you to wait to order. Well, now's the time! Thank you for your patience!Here's how it works: until FCC approval comes through, MTP40S-US transmitters will ship as selectable 10mW/50mW units, but users can get the firmware upgrade to add the 100mW option as soon as it becomes available. Units can be upgraded via USB using a WisyCom UPK 300E. We'll have several in the shop for use or loan and spiffy new FCC labels for your transmitter.The introductory bundle specials have been extended, but hurry - the Combo Kits with FREE Transmitter will only be offered until the end of June!SPECIAL US LAUNCH OFFERAs a limited time promotion, when you buy a MCR42S Receiver Combo Kit, we'll include a FREE TRANSMITTER of your choice!Pick your flavor of kit with your choice of(2) MTP40 UHF Pocket Mini Transmitters (2x AA's)(2) MTP41 UHF Pocket Mini Transmitters (1x AA's)(1) MTP40 Transmitter & (1) MTP41 TransmitterAvailable in 470-640 MHz or 510-698 MHz. Get both in same range or mix and match!and every kit includes:(1) MCR42S Receiver(1) BPA42HPN 2-Channel Receiver Adapter for stand-alone operation(1) VAP42 Carry CaseAll for just $4146!Offer good through June 30th, 2014 or while supplies last. Limit four per customer.LAV CONVERSION SPECIALWe're also offering a lav mic conversion special - $35 to convert any lavalier to WisyCom's 3-Pin LEMO connector!CONSUMER ALERT: Most users do not need a license to operate these wireless microphone systems. Nevertheless, operating these microphone systems without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems, and these rules are subject to change. For more information, call the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCC’s wireless microphone website at www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones. Read more about WisyCom is Here and More Powerful Than Ever 0 comment Share Tweet
Words of Wisydom05/01/2014 WisyCom's Massimo Polo will be at Gotham on Monday, May 5th at 2:30pm to train and answer questions about the WisyCom line of wireless wideband products. They're new to the United States, but a top-seller in Europe for the last two years. Don't miss this chance to talk to the manufacturer directly about these nifty future-resistant wireless systems which will save you from needing to guess what frequency block your wireless will need to be in, no matter where you are or what new FCC-imposed frequency restrictions are enacted!(And, hey, if you like what you see, don't forget that we're running a spectacular WisyCom launch sale for a limited time!)WisyCom Launch Commercial from Gotham Sound on Vimeo. Read more about Words of Wisydom 0 comment Share Tweet
Sharkfin in the Water04/08/2014 The Wisycom LBNA UHF Wideband Antenna (470-870 MHz) will be available in the US soon!Here's the basics:Enhances reception providing approx 6 dB gain with typical mean-width of 90 degreesUp to 15 dB gain Gain adjustable in 1dB stepsPassive or active operationDigital displayWeather resistant Read more about Sharkfin in the Water 0 comment Share Tweet
WisyCom Launch Special04/04/2014 WisyCom Launch Commercial from Gotham Sound on Vimeo. Imagine never needing to guess what frequency block your wireless will need to be in, no matter where you are or what new FCC-imposed frequency restrictions are enacted! That's the promise of WisyCom with their brand new wideband transmitters and receivers with a range of nearly 200 mHz. They've been used all over Europe for the last two years - now Gotham is proud to be one of the first dealers in the country to present the brand new WisyCom line-up! SPECIAL US LAUNCH OFFER As a limited time promotion, when you buy a MCR42S Receiver Combo Kit, we'll include a FREE TRANSMITTER of your choice!Pick your flavor of kit with your choice of(2) MTP40 UHF Pocket Mini Transmitters (2x AA's) (2) MTP41 UHF Pocket Mini Transmitters (1x AA's) (1) MTP40 Transmitter & (1) MTP41 Transmitter Available in 470-640 MHz or 510-698 MHz. Get both in same range or mix and match!and every kit includes:(1) MCR42S Receiver(1) BPA42HPN 2-Channel Receiver Adapter for stand-alone operation (1) VAP42 Carry CaseAll for just $4146! Pre-order now for shipping mid-April!Offer good through June 6th, 2014 or while supplies last. Limit four per customer. LAV CONVERSION SPECIAL We're also offering a lav mic conversion special - $35 to convert any lavalier to WisyCom's 3-Pin LEMO connector! Check out the full line-up here, see them at NAB at WisyCom's booth C2034, or stop by our store to demo the next generation in wireless technology! CONSUMER ALERT: Most users do not need a license to operate these wireless microphone systems. Nevertheless, operating these microphone systems without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems, and these rules are subject to change. For more information, call the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCC’s wireless microphone website at www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones. Read more about WisyCom Launch Special 0 comment Share Tweet
April Showers Bring May Gazettes05/10/2013 Check out May 2013's gazette with an exciting event in Atlanta; a preview of the Inkmasters custom sound system; an interview with David Sonnenschein; NAB 2013 wrap-up, a Bill Daly story, sales specials, and more. Read more about April Showers Bring May Gazettes 0 comment Share Tweet