Sony Pro Audio mail-in rebates

From now to the end of the year Sony is running some great mail-in bonus offers to users.

• Buy a PCM-D50 and get a free set of MDR-7750 in-ear headphones ($350 value).
  download rebate form (pdf)
• Buy a PCM-M10 and get a free docking case ($95 value).
  download rebate form (pdf)
• Buy a PCM-M10R (red) and get a free wind filter ($65 value).
  download rebate form (pdf)
• Get $15 back after buying MDR-7506 or MDR-7510 professional headphones
  download rebate form (pdf)

Revolution Audio has competitive pricing on these Sony pro audio products.

Featured Equipment Of The Week: Presonus AudioBox Studio Pack

Presonus AudioBox Studio Pack
The AudioBox Studio Pack includes all the essentials to get started with music production on your computer: an Audio Interface, a quality Condenser Microphone, Headphones, Studio One software and all required cables. All this at a great price!
Add a desktop or boom stand and you are ready to record.

See all the details: Presonus AudioBox Studio Pack

Includes

• AudioBox computer recording interface
• M7 studio condenser microphone
•  Studio One software
• HD7 studio headphones
• 3 meter XLR Cable
• 4+ GB of third-party software, loops, and instruments
  

See all the details: Presonus AudioBox Studio Pack

Featured Equipment Of The Week: AKG K44 Closed Back Headphones

AKG K44 Closed Back Headphones
AKG K44 are affordable closed-back headphones with supraaural (on the ear) cups that provide great isolation and sound quality for the price.

These popular low-cost recording headphones perform great all around the studio. Solid bass and clean highs at a value price.
Find out more here

The AKG K 44 are cost efficient headphones for various applications, as Project Studios and Home Recording. These closed-back, supraaural headphones are a true all-round performer with solid bass and clean highs at a value price. The AKG self-adjusting headband, leatherette ear pads and gimbal suspension ensure good comfort.
For professional and semi-professional users the K 44 is equipped with a 3.5/6.3 mm stereo adapter.
The K 44 is designed for ambitious and rugged use. The leatherette ear pads are easy to clean.
The K 44 are designed and engineered in Austria.

AKG K44 closed back headphones

Sony Professional Audio now available at Revolution Audio

Revolution Audio is proud to announce the addition of Sony Pro Audio to our Online store.
Last week we began adding several Sony products to our shop.

Looking for a rugged professional handheld field recorder? The Sony PCM-D50 is among the best in the business. 24 bit, 96kHz capable and equipped with 2 rotatable cardioid condenser microphones, the PCM-D50 is a popular choice for professional users. The 4GB Flash memory is easily expanded with MemoryStick Pro-HG Duo cards.

Need something more compact? The Sony PCM-M10 is a compact handheld stereo recorder capable of 24/96 recording. Two omnidirectional condensers are built-in for high-quality on-the-go audio capture. Memory is expandable with micro-SD or Memory Stick Micro storage.
The PCM-M10 is available in red finish.

Sony makes a full line of professional headphones.
Sony's attention to detail and outstanding quality control have earned them a place in top studios worldwide. Professionals trust Sony headphones to provide accurately detailed monitoring day in and day out.

Check out the full line of Sony professional headphones: Sony Headphones

Choosing headphones for the home studio

You've probably noticed there are several different styles of headphones out there, some go in you ear, some go over. Some are wireless and some cancel noise. Which is the best kind to buy?

Studio Headphones
There are three kinds of headphones most commonly used in studios. They look similar but there is one feature that distinguishes the three types, that is the vents on the back of the cup.

A headphone with no vents is called a closed-back design, sound from the speaker are prevented from leaking out and outside sounds are isolated. This type of headphone is great for recording because of the isolation they provide, greatly reducing extra noise picked up by your microphones. The problem with this design is that it is difficult to build an accurate and detailed speaker in a sealed box, so you can't really trust the sound from them for mixing.

Featured Equipment Of The Week: Presonus HP4 4-channel headphone amp

Presonus HP4 4-channel headphone amp 
 The Presonus HP4 comes in a 1/3-rackspace chassis. The HP4 accepts balanced/unbalanced inputs and outputs (1/4" TRS). It features four discrete headphone outputs on the front panel each with its own volume potentiometer and 250mW of amplification per channel.
Find out more: Presonus HP4 $149.99

Can you say quiet? PreSonus can with the HP4's -98 dB noise floor and wide frequency response. Also, the HP4 allows control over control room monitors with a separate volume potentiometer that can be muted using the MONITOR MUTE button.
 The HP4 is powered by an external wall mounted power supply. The input can either be set to stereo or mono. The mono selector button on the front channel simply copies both inputs to both sides.
Presonus HP4 4-Channel headphone distribution amplifier

Featured Equipment Of The Week: KRK KNS-8400 Closed Back Headphones

KRK KNS-8400 Closed Back Headphones
Headphones for Educated Ears.

Looking for a pair of headphones that are specifically designed to replicate music as it should be heard with the ability to satisfy experienced ears? Get your head around this: KRK has always been focused solely on accurate monitoring. The KNS 8400 -- with their ability to reveal exactly what you have on the tracks is an ideal choice for critical listening. Being able to discern the most subtle differences in pitch, timbre and tone helps you to get it right every mix, every take, every performance. Isolating memory foam in the ear cushions delivers improved low end response and because they gently conform to your unique head shape you'll be comfortable wearing them all day.
Find out more | KRK KNS-8400
PERFORMANCE

• Accurate, natural and wide frequency response
• Class leading KRK sound clarity, very low-distortion
• Precise Imaging and extended LF response
• High isolation for both noise rejection and leakage

UTILITY

• Detachable and replaceable locking cable
• Rotating ear cups for travel and storage
• Durable, impact resistant materials throughout
• Replaceable ear and head cushions

COMFORT

• Lightweight construction for use over long sessions
• Adjustable low-pressure headband system
• Ear and head cushions utilize advanced memory foam
• Self-aligning yoke system ensures the best possible fit

Buy KRK KNS-8400 in the Revolution Audio Online Store - In stock now!

KRK KNS Series Headphones - What's the difference?

We just added the KRK KNS-6400 and KNS-8400 Closed-Back headphones to our online store. KRK are well known for making great home and pro studio monitors but are relatively new to the studio headphone market.
These headphones have been getting great reviews! Performance, comfort, construction quality are all top notch and are very affordable at just $99.99 (kns-6400) and $149.99 (kns-8400).

     

What are the differences between KNS-6400 and KNS-8400 Headphones?
At first glance, the two models seem almost identical. By looking closely at the specifications you will see a few key differences. We've summarized these differences below.
Sensitivity: KNS-6400 will reach 95dB SPL before distortion. KNS-8400 does slightly better with a 97dB SPL rating.
Frequency Response: KNS-6400 = 10-22,000Hz; KNS-8400 = 5-23,000Hz
Isolation: KNS-6400 will isolate up to 26dB of ambient sound and the 8400's will isolate 30dB. (That's even higher than most 'isolation' headphones. Very impressive.
Ear cushion type: The specs say the 6400 have 'Acoustic Cellular foam' and 8400 have 'Acoustic Memory foam'. As you can guess, the memory foam will conform to your head and ears better, improving isolation and comfort.
Cable type: The KNS-6400 have a detachable 2.5M cable. The KNS-8400 adds an inline volume trim.
Weight: The only slight negative for the KNS-8400 is that they are 30g heavier than the 6400 (232g vs 202g). Either could still be considered lightweight compared to other studio headphones.

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The KRK KNS Series headphones are available in the Revolution Audio Online Store
KNS-6400 Closed Back Headphones
KNS-8400 Closed Back Headphones

Featured Equipment Of The Week: Audio-Technica ATH-M50

Audio-Technica ATH-M50
With the ATH-M50 professional studio monitor headphones, Audio-Technica has achieved an exceptionally accurate response and long-wearing listening comfort. Designed especially for professional monitoring and mixing, these studiophones feature an efficient collapsible design for space-saving portability and storage.

Circumaural ear pieces swivel 180° for easy one-ear monitoring and luxuriously padded ear cushions create an outstanding seal for maximum isolation. The adjustable headband is generously padded for ultimate comfort during long mixing sessions. A coiled cable at the left earpiece terminates to a gold-plated mini plug with included screw-on 1/4" adapter.

Audio-Technica's sophisticated driver technology and superior components deliver exceptional power handling and very high SPL capabilities while maintaining clarity of sound throughout their extended range, with deep, accurate bass and outstanding high-frequency extension. The headphones feature propriety large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems for ultra-efficient signal transfer.

Read more: Audio Technica ATH-M50

Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Features:
Exceptional audio quality for professional monitoring and mixing
Collapsible design ideal for easy portability and convenient storage
Proprietary 45mm large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems
Closed-back cushioned earcup design creates an outstanding seal for maximum isolation
Adjustable padded headband for comfort during long mixing/recording sessions
Single-sided coiled cable terminates to gold-plated mini plug with screw-on 1/4" adapter

Buy Audio Technica ATH-M50 Headphones at Revolution Audio

Win AKG K44 Headphones from Revolution Audio

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The Prize - AKG K44 Closed Back Headphones

The K 44 are cost-efficient headphones for different applications, like Project Studios and Home Recording.
These closed-back headphones are a true all-round performer with solid bass and clean highs at a value price.
The AKG self-adjusting headband, leatherette ear pads, and gimbal suspension ensure good comfort. Find out more about AKG K44 Headphones


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Featured Equipment Of The Week - Samson C01/SR850 mic/headphone bundle

Samson C01/SR850 mic/headphone bundle

Two great products bundled to save you money!
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C01 Condenser Microphone

• Cardioid Pickup Pattern
  
• Large 19mm Diaphragm
  
• Heavy Gauge Mesh Grill
  
• Gold Plated XLR Connector
  
• LED Indicates 48V Phantom Power
  
• Smooth, Flat Frequency Response
  
• Swivel Stand Mount
  
• Optional SP01 Shockmount
  

SR850 Professional studio reference headphones

• Semi-open design for enhanced ambient listening environment
  
• 50mm drivers for exceptional reproduction and wide dynamic range
  
• Frequency Response: 10Hz – 30kHz
  
• 32ohm impedance
  
• Self-adjusting headband
  
• 1/8-inch to 1/4-inch gold plated adapter included
  

Buy Samson C01/SR850 bundle at Revolution Audio

Win AKG K44 closed back headphones!

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The Prize - AKG K44 Closed Back Headphones

Find out more about AKG K44 Headphones


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Featured Equipment Of The Week - AKG K240mkII Studio Headphones

AKG K240mkII Studio Headphones
The K 240 MK II is a newly updated version of AKG’s most successful headphones with Varimotion™ technology and XXL transducers. The K 240 MK II’s semi-open ear cups have around-the-ear coupling to deliver solid bass, accurate mids and crystal-clear highs.
Thanks to its lower impedance and improved sensitivity, it can be used with low-output audio sources to deliver its incredible sound.
The detachable OFC cable has gold-plated plugs for optimum audio quality and exceptional ease of service.

Read more about the AKG K240mkII

TOP FEATURES

• Professional hi-fi stereo studio headphones
• Semi-open, circumaural design
• Self-adjusting headband for optimum fit
• Patented Varimotion speakers
• Leatherette ear pads and velvet ear pads
• Single-sided, detachable 3 m cable and additional 5 m coiled cable

Read more about the AKG K240mkII

Featured Equipment: Extreme Isolation Headphones

Extreme Isolation Headphones

Need heavy-duty headphones?
The Extreme Isolation headphones are ruggedly designed for the most demanding of situations. Drummers will love the tight fit, and high level of sound attenuation. Available in either 25 or 29 decibels of sound attenuation.

• Blocks external sound with 25 or 29dB of sound attenuation
  
• Powerful 40mm drivers
  
• 9ft cable
  
• Tight fitting
  

Get the Extreme Isolation EX-25 Get the Extreme Isolation EX-29

ATH-ANC7 Noise Canceling Headphones Review

Review of the ATH-ANC7 Noise Canceling headphones
I may never fly without them again!
by Jason Johnston

I decided to test the Audio Technica ATH-ANC7 headphones on a recent flight flight. I like to travel as light as possible, especially if I have to make connections, but decided to take the protective carrying case as well in my laptop bag since it was not that much bigger than the headphones themselves and was extremely light. (click here for more technical info on the ATH-ANC7's)

Once we were at cruising altitude, I decided to try the headphones first with my MP3 player. Right away I noticed how light they were on my head, the adjustments were easy and the earpieces nicely angled for comfort and fit. I decided to try them passively first (without turning on the active noise cancellation) and found that they cut out quite a bit of noise without even being turned on. But on the downside, I found the volume level output to be on the low side compared to my earbuds. But this, and my whole flying world, changed the second I turned them on. In one word... "Wow." It was like the entire full flight and the engine all hushed in silence as soon as I flipped the switch. The volume level as well immediately increased and I was able to turn down my MP3 player, I'm sure in part to all the outside noise it was competing with before.

The music was clear and reminded me of other top non-noise canceling headphones in it's class. I found the detail of the sound to be quite good, the higher frequencies clear but soft and the bass not too pronounced. If you like the exaggerated bass sound of cheaper headphones, the ANC7's are probably not for you. But I found the listening experience with Rock, Acoustic, Bluegrass, Folk all to be remarkable. I didn't test them on classical, but from the strings I heard in other mixes I expect it would sound great.

The ANC7's also come with some handy accessories like a 1/8 to 1/4 converter and an airplane audio adapter which saved me $3 and let me test it out on the inflight action movie. The bass was smooth, the dialog was clear and it was an enjoyable listening experience.

To wrap up, you can buy a simple pair of noise canceling headphones for less money. But if you want great noise canceling and excellent sound I would recommend the ATH-ANC7 headphones.

Find the best price for the ATH-ANC7 headphones here online