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microphones 2008CTS+ + + + STUDIO PROJECTS+ + + + STUDIO PROJECTS+ + + + STUDIthem proud to produce our microphones.We did this by putting the 797 Audio logodirectly on the front of the microphonemodels. This was only recently removedwhen we released our CS Series, which hasa sleeker look with no writing. All of thistranslates to 797 giving us microphonesproduced to our standards and at a pricethat allows us to be very competitive.”Another element that gives theman edge is the work of designer Casey,the creative mastermind behind StudioProjects. “He’s been with us since thebeginning,” says Justin Hyatt. “Brent hasput many years into our designs.” TheC Series capsules are based on a 1950sNeumann design, reverse engineered andotherwise improved upon using advancedmanufacturing techniques. “Brent’s newestdesigns take further advantage of his designexpertise, which can be seen in the new CSSeries with his newly designed capsule,”he continues.The E-SeriesIn the coming years, Studio Projects plansto raise their standards even higher with theStudio Projects CS5The Studio Projects CS5 is an externallypolarised five pattern pressure gradienttransducer microphone with FETimpedance converter.• Pressure-Gradient Transducer: 1.06”(27mm) 6um mylardiaphragm• FET impedanceconverter• Five Polar Patterns:Cardioid, WideCardioid, HyperCardioid, Omni, Fig. 8• -5dB, -10dB, -15dB,and -20dB Pads• 50hZ, 75hZ, 150Hz,and 300hZ High PassFilters @ 6dB/octave• 15kHz, 7kHz, 5kHz, and3kHz, Low Pass Filters@ 6dB/octave• Comes with HaloShockmount, Foamwind screen, and caseHalo ShockmountThe Halo is a newly designed shockmount from Studio Projects Microphones.Machined from aircraft aluminum with aplated nickel finish, the Halo is configurablefor a variety of miking tasks – includingstereo and multi-channel setups, whenincorporated with the Studio ProjectsStereo bar.E Series, a new microphone line targetedfor mid-2008 release. “This will becomeour top-of-the line series and will mark thestart of Studio Projects’ expansion into thehigher-end microphone arena,” says JustinHyatt. “But we’ll still offer the high qualityand affordability we’ve become known for.”Details on the E Series are forthcoming;for now, the company reveals merely thatthe products will feature a “very unique”tube design.Global Reach and Global Price ParityStudio Projects’ commitment to keepingquality high and costs low mirrors thatof others under the PMI Audio umbrella,including Joemeek, Toft Audio Designs, andthe upcoming Valley Audio re-introduction.Owning all of these companies, anddistributing their products, allows PMIAudio to direct product developmentand offer what Hyatt calls “global priceparity.” PMI Audio currently distributes tomore than 70 countries worldwide, andthe prices are the same in each country,exchange rate notwithstanding. “Having adistribution network in addition to beingthe manufacturer has distinct advantages,”said Alan Hyatt in a 2005 Audio Mediainterview. “We have our own facility inTorquay, England, with R&D, warehousing,shipping and repair. The U.S. office takescare of North America and the PacificAsian countries. In countries that we can’tservice directly, we’re set up through localdistributors.”The Personal TouchDespite their global reach, StudioProjects still retains much of the benefitsof a boutique company. Working out ofPMI Audio’s U.S. office, Casey will overseerepairs for any mic, no matter how old,and spends ample time customizingmicrophones for their customers.PMI Audio also remains a familybusiness. Both Alan Hyatt’s sons areworking for the company, his oldest son,Justin Hyatt started as a part-time employeein high school, and now heads up the entireAmerican operation.“We do have humble beginnings that goback to 1979, when we worked out of ourgarage as a rep firm called AMH Sales, Inc.,”says Justin Hyatt. Years of experience anda large pool of contacts allowed the companyto grow into distributing and manufacturing.“Today we have our headquarters in L.A.and a sister office in Torquay, UK,” heemphasises.Where does Studio Projects grow fromhere? “We intend to further expand our linein both microphones and signal processors,”says Justin Hyatt, “and continue to raise thequality of our brand and its products.”CONTACT DETAILSPMI Audio Groupt +1 877 563 6335 (USA)f +44 (0)1803 215 111 (UK)e sales@pmiaudio.comw www.pmiaudio.comw www.studioprojectsusa.comw www.joemeek.comw www.toftaudiodesigns.comTHE INTERNATIONAL MICROPHONE BUYER’S GUIDE 33