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The Roger Earpiece system combines Phonak’s advanced digital audio technology with an ultra small, discreet form factor – making the receiver virtually invisible in front of cameras or audiences, without any belt packs or cables. And with a comfortable fit thanks to its tiny 1.3g weight, and hours of battery life, Roger Earpiece can be used all day. Using Phonak’s proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless spectrum,

Roger Earpiece is easy to set up, and even easier to use, with plug-and-play configuration and automatic reconnection. Along with the earpiece, Phonak offers Roger BaseStation and Roger Touchscreen Mic, to deliver a full platform for studio professionals.

Rycote is releasing wind protection kits tailored for use with popular microphone lines (though they'll work great with any similarly-sized mics):

• Super-Blimp NTG
• Softie Kit NTG
• Windshield Kit 416
• Super-Softie Kit 416
• Super-Softie Kit CMIT

Additionally, the Small and Medium Cyclone Kits announced previously are now shipping!

Sound Devices will be making some great additions to the 688/SL-6 with the release of firmware v3.00 during NAB. How great? Well, how does built-in RF Scanning and Dugan Automixing grab you?  We'll let you know when it's available to download!

Here's Jon Tatooles talking about both:

Plus what's new for firmware with the PIX Monitors and 970:

Sanken is coming out swinging this NAB with the CSS-50 short stereo shotgun microphone. It's a three-diaphragm electret condenser mic in a short, practical form factor with three switchable polar patterns for maximum flexibility.

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