Sony PCM-D50 Handles Sitar Foley Gig For Love Guru
New York, NY (June 30, 2008)--Recording engineer/producer Matt Azzarto's eclectic career has found him working with artists ranging from Nancy Sinatra to Sonic Youth. Though his Hoboken, NJ-based Think Tank Studio is outfitted with gear ranging from Pro Tools|HD to a vintage Neve console, Azzarto is often on call to record on the fly.

Stevens Finds 'Neumann Sound'
Los Angeles, CA (June 30, 2008)--Jan Stevens, the main music composer behind NBC's hit series Scrubs and ABC's new sitcom Samantha Who?, has spent the last 15 years coveting the "Neumann sound." Now he has a TLM 170 of his own.

Re-Recording Mixer Ash Joins Widget
Los Angeles, CA (June 30, 2008)--Re-recording mixer Rick Ash has joined Widget Post, Los Angeles. Ash, who has won three Emmy Awards, most recently for his work on HBO Films' Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee last year, arrives from Todd-AO where his credits include more than 100 feature films.

Klein + Hummel Debuts IS Loudspeakers
Old Lyme, CT (June 30, 2008)--Klein + Hummel has debuted its series of installation loudspeakers. The K+H IS-122, IS-123 and IS-153 loudspeakers incorporate pattern control and frequency response, and feature a modular, removable back-plate system, targeting the line for performing arts, house of worship and music venues.

Audio-Technica Unveils Branding Initiative
New York (June 30, 2008)--Audio-Technica has launched a new branding initiative, centered around the statement, "Experience More." Working with Minneapolis-based brand communications group Morsekode, Audio-Technica developed the initiative in an effort to strengthen the brand identity across the spectrum of customer communications.