ALVA offer a collection of durable audio products built to the highest standards. Forming a perfect complement to the products from our partners from RME, there's an extensive selection of professional cables and a range of other items designed to make studio or on-stage life easier.
Appsys ProAudio is a Swiss design and manufacture company dedicated to creating digital solutions for broadcast, post-production, live and recording studios.
Calrec Audio supplies audio broadcast mixing consoles which are relied on by the world's most successful broadcasters.
Originally formed as a microphone manufacturer in 1964, Calrec celebrated 50 years as audio specialists in 2014.
The company's reputation for build quality, reliability and audio performance has made it an industry benchmark across the world.
DirectOut GmbH specialises in developing essential pro audio connectivity, networking and bridging solutions for broadcast, studio, live and installed sound applications.
The product range offers solutions that build bridges between different audio worlds, with support for MADI, SoundGrid, Dante, RAVENNA and the standards AES67 and SMPTE ST2110-30/31.
Founded in 1977 in Skanderborg, Denmark, Dynaudio has over 40 years of experience in producing cutting-edge loudspeakers.
From the classic BM Series and contemporary LYD Series, to the
high-end Core and M Series ranges of studio monitors, Dynaudio's focus
on transparency and accuracy has made them a household name of the
recording studio and broadcast audio industries.
In the UK, Dynaudio can be found in major studios such as Abbey Road
and Air Studios, as well as the next generation of film and game studios
mixing for surround sound and Dolby Atmos.
As well as the highly respected B4000+ organ module, Ferrofish offers a range of quality ADAT <> MADI <> Analogue converters that can be used for studio, live, post-production and broadcast applications and at a price that will suit any budget.
iConnectivity is a renowned professional audio manufacturer known for creating innovative and versatile products.
Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta Canada, the iConnectivity range includes audio and MIDI interfaces that are perfect for both studio and live sound.
The mioXL MIDI 1U rack unit is a favourite among studio and live sound professionals as a robust MIDI hub, whilst the unique PlayAUDIO1U interface allows for the connection of multiple host computers via USB.
High-end monitor controllers, headphone amplifiers and microphone preamps from Konstanz, Germany.
Founded in 1986, Lake People has been designing and manufacturing top-tier professional recording solutions for over 30 years in the Lake Constance region.
Renowned for their exceptional sound quality and reliability, Lake People products proudly carry the acclaimed "Made in Germany" seal of quality.
Lauten Audio design and manufacture high quality studio microphones with a unique and distinctive character.
Based in Northern California, the company regularly collaborates with industry professionals when creating fresh and original sounding microphones.
RME is a German company founded in 1996 by a small group of professional audio engineers and designers.
From day one, the team have stuck to a strict philosophy of truly innovative design and unparalleled reliability in the field of digital audio.
Award-winning headphone and speaker calibration software / measurement microphones from Sonarworks.
Calibrate your headphones and studio monitors with Sonarworks' SoundID Reference software. Create, mix and deliver with confidence, trust every mixing decision, and deliver an accurate studio reference sound every time.
Used and loved by over 200,000 sound recording studios globally.
Handmade pro audio equipment from Madrid, Spain. Combining eco-friendly materials with premium analogue sound, the Tierra Audio range includes Microphones, Preamps, EQs, Compressors and more, and in a variety of different flavours - from clean and precise, to warm, colourful and full of character.
Every component is built to the highest of standards, guaranteeing high-end sonic performance and maximum durability for studio recording, mixing and mastering applications.
A selection of Ex-Demo, B-Stock and Open-Box products from our brands including RME, Ferrofish, Icon and Lauten Audio.
Available at reduced prices from new so grab yourself a bargain!
Synthax Audio UK is a
professional audio distributor supplying the recording studio, live
audio, broadcast, installation, education and scientific application
markets.
Representing a number of established pro audio manufacturers, we keep immediate stock of all key items
from our brands including RME Audio, Calrec Brio and Type R, Ferrofish,
Dynaudio studio monitors, DirectOut, iConnectivity, Appsys ProAudio Multiverter and SRC, TIERRA Audio, Lake People, and
Lauten Audio Microphones.
Brio's comprehensive broadcast feature set supports a wider breadth of broadcasters while retaining the same market-leading levels of quality and customer support which Calrec is renowned for.
The smallest in Calrec's Bluefin2 family, Brio's control surface is unlike any other console. Available in two sizes; Brio 36 with a 36 fader dual-layer surface and the Brio 12 with a 12 fader dual-layer surface at only 498mm wide, both provide more faders in a given footprint than any other comparable audio console.
Based on Calrec's 20 years of digital development, Brio's uncluttered, compact and configurable surface gives instant access to a large number of audio paths, whilst an intuitive 15.6" HD touchscreen UI provides quick access to more in-depth control. A bank of illuminating hardware rotary controls give fast and precise control over parameters displayed in the touchscreen UI.
Brio is a mixing console completely focused on the needs of broadcasters. This level of scalable and managed I/O, comprehensive monitoring, surround sound and high bus quantities provides a level of dedicated broadcast functionality that has never been available at this level.
As the market calls for more and more audio mixes to support online content, smaller consoles that possess pure live broadcast features are increasingly desirable. Products in this sector have traditionally had basic capabilities and are not ideally suited to broadcast environments. Brio is the first application-specific alternative.
As the market calls for more and more audio mixes to support online content, smaller consoles that possess pure live broadcast features are increasingly desirable. Products in this sector have traditionally had basic capabilities and are not ideally suited to broadcast environments. Brio is the first application-specific alternative.
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Brio's compact size means it is extremely portable and quick to install, making it ideal as a general purpose workhorse that can be used as and when needed, and its connectivity with other Hydra2-compatible equipment makes it even more versatile.
Brio is entirely self-contained with I/O available for comprehensive and versatile expansion via Calrec's Hydra2 network.
This means Hydra2's sophisticated management facilities can be utilised for network-wide control, including interfacing with multiple IP networks. This protects the system against any future formats that may emerge and allows the console to sit on multiple networks simultaneously if desired.
Calrec Hydra2 Audio Network
The pre-installed Calrec Hydra2 Module allows for further I/O to be connected to the Brio 12, and provides communication with other consoles via network audio.
A wide variety of audio I/O format options are available via 3 slots, which can be fitted with cards from the Hydra2 modular I/O range.
Extra I/O can be added through the Hydra2 connectivity on the rear of the console, which also allows Brio to network and share audio with other Calrec mixers.
Optional: Upgrade the Calrec Brio 12 to 64 channels
Brio 12 now can offer 64 channels, allowing an unprecedented number of input paths in such a tiny space!
At a time when the television broadcast industry is pushing for more compact solutions to handle more complex broadcasts, and with no compromise on quality, Calrec offer Brio 12 owners the ability to expand their channel count from 48 to 64.
Simply purchase and download the unique licence key that will be specifically associated to your Brio 12, and transfer it via USB key to your Brio 12 to increase its power instantly. It's as simple as that.
Each licence can only be used on one console. Further licences are required to upgrade multiple consoles.
12 x dual layer faders - 100mm, motorised, with PFL overpress
Compact footprint only 498mm wide x 892mm deep x 270mm high, with slim trim option (available on request) reducing it to 430mm wide.
1 x user assignable rotary control per strip
2 x user assignable buttons per strip
DSP
Freely configurable on the fly, operates at 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz:
48 legs assignable as mono, stereo, or 5.1 Input Channels
36 legs assignable as mono, stereo or 5.1 mains or groups (maximum of 4 mains and 8 groups)
24 legs assignable as mono or stereo Auxes
48 legs assignable as Insert sends and returns
48 legs assignable as Direct, or Mix-Minus Outputs
Automatic Mix-Minus
Off-Air Conference for Mix-Minus
Dynamics
Every Input Channel and Group path: - Expander/Gate/Ducker, with key input and sidechain EQ - Compressor with key input and sidechain EQ - Multiband Compressor
Every Aux: - Expander/Gate - Compressor
Every Main: - Single Band Compressor - Multiband Compressor
2 x Automixers available to all mono Input Channels and Groups
EQ
6 band EQ available on every Input Channel, Group, Aux and Main path: - 4 band full PEQ - 2 band LF/HF filters, 12 or 24dB/octave - Delay available on every path - Additional 48 legs assignable as output delay - 48 legs assignable as input delay of up to 5s
Monitoring/Metering
3 x Monitor outputs
Surround capable metering within each strip
Configurable meter screen output (DVI)
Loudness meter
Multiple Sample Rates
Freely configurable on the fly, operates at 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz
All DSP facilities are available at all sample rates
Remote/Automated Control
Remote/Automated Control
Advanced AutoFader (AFV) functionality
CSCP mixer control protocol interfaces with a variety of video switchers and production automation systems
SW-P-08 'Pro-Bel' router control protocol
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I/O
3 x Expansion slots to provide integrated I/O, or to provide interface to other formats, including SDI, MADI, Dante etc.
Hydra2 Module allows for further I/O to be connected, and to network audio with other consoles
