Since its release in 2004 the PM5D has become a standard for digital live mixing, and the first choice of legions of discerning engineers and sound companies throughout the world. Why? Simply because it offers extraordinary sound and versatility in a relatively small, lightweight system that is intuitive to use and delivers unmatched sound, control, and reliably without the need for additional outboard processing gear. Of course programmability and recall capability are of monumental importance in today's live sound scene as well.

• "Rider popular" flagship of the Yamaha digital Sound Reinforcement console line
• Most installed and on-tour console than any other large format digital console mfr.
• Stock 96 mono + 16 stereo Input X 24 + 24 + LCR Output configuration
• Expandable to 144 mono + 24 stereo Inputs X 24 + 24 + 24 + LCR Outputs
• Adaptable to most audio "language" formats via interface cards…
  Analog, Digital, Network, and specialty cards including WAVES for S.G. plug-ins
• High-performance at reasonable cost: $ 78,900 MSRP
• Best end-user support reputation in the industry…from the oldest DSP console mfr.

Another killer console from Avid’s live sound division. 48 mic-line XLR inputs, 16 line outputs, seamless support for Pro Tools LE.

Key Features:

• Fully integrated console offers built-in I/O for stage and ancillary sources, DSP, and tactile control for ultimate portability
• Compact footprint fits small- to mid-size clubs, houses of worship, theaters, corporate events, and more
• Supports professional audio plug-ins for creating studio-quality mixes live
• Pro Tools LE FireWire interface and software included for audio recording and playback system connection
• VENUE D-Show software easy comprehensive control software
• 48 analog mic/line XLR inputs, 16 analog line outputs (expandable to 32)
• Single expansion slot for maximizing output count or adding A-Net connectivity
• 16 Aux Sends, 8 Groups, plus 8 mono matrixes (linkable as up to 4 stereo matrixes)
• Choice of Left-Right plus Mono or Left-Center-Right Mains bus configuration
• 26 touch-sensitive, motorized faders: 16 input, 8 output master, 1 Flex Channel, and 1 Mains
• 16 assignable, push-switch rotary encoders with multi-segment LED rings enable immediate access to key parameters
• Additional I/O, including talkback, analog and digital 2-track, GPI, MIDI, and Word Clock

Avid’s 3rd Generation Mbox showed up several weeks ago for the BADASS show and we're super impressed.

Features:

• Four simultaneous inputs (two analog and stereo S/PDIF
• Headphone with own volume control
• Volume control with dim and mono switches
• Two mic preamps with phantom power
• Switchable soft limiting when tracking
• MIDI I/O and US

What's cool:

• Onboard Guitar tuner
• Onboard DSP for cue mixing and reverb effects
• Programable "softswitch" when using Protools LE v 8.04

What’s cool about this: CueMode.

A mix engineer can monitor and store up to 20 separate channels on one bodypack for easy reference of any musicians mix. Shure’s Scan and Sync Technology helps save time during setup.

• Frequency Band: K1
• Wireless in-ear monitoring system
• Includes P9T transmitter and P9R bodypack receiver
• Scan and Sync technology saves time during setup
• CueMode lets the monitor engineer listen in on up to 20 mixes
• MixMode technology lets you create a custom mix of two separate channels
• Audio Reference Companding (ARC) for more natural wireless sound quality
• Active RF Gain Control to prevent RF distortion
• Separate level and clip indicators, so you can identify the problem
• Handy L/R outputs on the back panel can< be used to daisy-chain units