Rentals

New in Rentals: Shure KSM8

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TC Furlong just added Shure’s newest vocal mic, the KSM8 Dualdyne, to its already extensive rental inventory of hardwired mics and wireless capsules.  The KSM8 is the world’s first dual-diaphragm dynamic handheld microphone.  Designed for high quality vocal reproduction, the KSM8 offers excellent clarity and control along with the rugged reliability of a dynamic microphone.

The newest in Shure’s KSM line, the KSM8 boasts a patented cartridge design featuring two ultra-thin diaphragms (one active and one passive) and groundbreaking inverted airflow system.  This translates to an unmatched control of proximity effect leading to a larger sweet spot, as well as a flat and accurate frequency response that minimizes the need for EQ and processing.

Some features include:

  • Exceptional control of proximity effect vastly increases working distance without on-axis coloration.
  • Accurate frequency response due to controlled proximity effect which allows for neutral mid-and-high frequency reproduction.
  • Off-axis attenuation is flat and broad resulting in superior quality of rejection of unwanted sound sources for increased vocal clarity.

The KSM8 joins our roster of over 90 hardwired mic options and over 18 wireless capsule options.  The new KSM8 is interchangeable across all of the Shure wireless platforms in our rental inventory including Axient, UHFR, ULXD, UHF, and ULXP.

For more information on adding a Shure KSM8 to your show, or any help with your next rental, please contact our Rental Team at 847-367-9588 or rentals@tcfurlong.com

New in Rentals: Rohde & Schwarz FSH3.13 Spectrum Analyzer

BetterNew in Rentals: Rohde & Schwarz FSH3.13 Spectrum Analyzer

New in rental—a Rohde & Schwarz FSh3 Spectrum Analyzer. It is the ideal spectrum analyzer for cost-effective signal investigations on the bench or in the field. It provides a large number of measurement functions and so can handle anything from the installation or maintenance of a mobile radio base station up to on-site fault locations in RF cables to development and service – an extensive range of applications.

The R&S FSH3.13 Features:

  • Tracking Generator
  • Robust edge protection, stable carrying handle
  • Easy operation
  • Four hours operating time on battery power
  • Storage of up to 100 traces and setups
  • Easy data transfer to PC
  • High measurement accuracy
  • Best RF characteristics in this class

The tracking generator gives the ability to send (and measure!) a signal through a cable system or antennas instead of just passively scanning whatever transmitters happen to be in range.

TC Furlong also stocks RF scanners and a wide selection of production wireless (microphone systems, IEM systems, Comm systems, specialty antennas, filters, combiners, etc.), as well as a wide array of professional audio equipment.

For help with your next rental, please contact our Rental Team at 847-367-9588 or rentals@tcfurlong.com

 

New in Rentals: RCA 4-Channel UHF Walkie-Talkie 6-Pack

6-Radio-KitNew in rental—a six-pack of RCA BR250 4-channel UHF walkie-talkies with remote speaker-mics, belt clips, spare batteries, and 6-unit charger; all stored in a “grab and go” pelican case with foam dividers.

These radios are fully compatible with our existing 2-unit kits of Motorola CT250 and CP200 radios.

Features include:

  • Durable design, meeting military specs for shock, dust, moisture, and more
  • 800mW loudspeaker
  • X-Sound™ technology for clear, low noise communication
  • Cross-compatibility

Optional speakers or mics including over the head style and “surveillance”, or in-ear style are available.

These radio kits are only a small part of our vast inventory of loudspeakers, consoles, wireless systems and everything that comprises a live sound system.

We also stock a wide selection of support items, including walkie-talkies, generators, canopies, folding tables, work lights, and more.

For help with your next rental, please contact our Rental Team at 847.367.9588 or rentals@tcfurlong.com.

New in Rentals: Additional Shure Wireless IEM Systems

PSM1000-P10R_1000Seeing an increase in demand for Shure’s Professional Monitoring Systems (PSM), we recently added more than 20 additional channels of PSM900 and PSM1000 wireless IEM packages, along with additional PA821 and PA421 antenna combiners.

Shure’s PSM line remains incredibly stable, reliable, and affordable, with unmatched audio quality for all of our customers. Integration with Wireless Workbench 6 aids our technicians in properly coordinating wireless IEM with many other brands and models of wireless equipment.

This recent addition brings our inventory to 40 channels of PSM900 and PSM1000 over several frequency bands.

With more than 200 channels of production wireless in-house, we can provide the perfect system for your application.

Contact our Rental Team at 847.367.9588 or rentals@tcfurlong.com for help with your next wireless rental!

10 Full Days in Rentals and Live Events

10 FULL DAYSRental and live events operations at TC Furlong are in constant motion.  Here are some highlights of a recent 10 day period:

Gin Blossoms—a full monitor rig including wedges, ears, monitor engineer, and one of our venerable Yamaha PM5D consoles, plus backline for a private function (that also featured Midwest rockers Styx) at McCormick place in Chicago. “The 5D continues to be a workhorse in our console inventory,” stated project manager and Monitor Engineer Chris Wintz, “…and it was a good to work with the Blossoms again.”

Tall Tales Music Festival—a 2-day outdoor festival of American music.   We provided a full PA system including Meyer MSL4 arrayed from a Stageline roof, iPad control of QL5, LED lighting, and one of our staff engineers. Hot and steamy with a touch of rain!

Robin Thicke—a sizeable RF support package featuring Shure PSM1000, UHF-R, and Axient systems, an RF technician, and all the gadgets (spectrum analyzer, RF filters ,specialty antennas, etc.) for Robin and his band. We sent the same package (minus the RF technician) for Robin’s appearance at the Illinois State fair. Steve Whittenhall was our project manager and RF tech.  “No Miley and no “Blurred Lines” girls at this show, but with over 30 channels of Shure wireless in my coordination, we had our hands full. Wireless Workbench 6 was essential.”

Meet the Team—a full PA system and (2) staff engineers for a special event to introduce Northwestern University’s 2014 wildcat football team.

Digital Console Training—we organized and presented an intensive ½ day hands-on training session for the sound crew of a local University.

Meyer Monitoring—(6) Meyer UPA-1P flown from a circular truss for a recording session for a large local church.

Outdoor Baptism—a complete sound system (self-powered speakers on sticks, digital mixer) delivered and set-up at a mansion on Lake Michigan.

Church Fundraiser—a full sound system (MacPherson M2X, Meyer 650-P, console, wedges, inputs, staff engineers, and a portable generator) for the music stage and a special morning mass. “An already tight production schedule was stretched to the limit when the client-arranged generator didn’t pan out,” Crew Chief, Johnny Dwyer, recalls. “Fortunately, we were able get one of our portable generators from our warehouse just in time for soundcheck.”

College Orientation—another full system (Meyer MSL-4, DS-4P, and UPJ-1P mains, plus Danley wedges, Yamaha QL5 digital console w/Rio, etc.) for a large local college’s annual student orientation events.

Plus dozens of other less notable but equally important jobs.

No matter the size of your event, we have the knowledge and expertise to ensure the technical production is exceptional.

Contact one of our project managers at 847.367.9588 for help with your next event.

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