On May 10th, the highly anticipated Film and Television Sound Technology Seminar of the China Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers and the 2024 "Outstanding Sound Production Works Exchange" event was grandly held at the Yangzi Grand Ballroom of the Hilton Nanjing Riverside. This grand event was hosted by the China Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, organized by the Sound Professional Committee, and co-organized by the Shicheng Laboratory. As one of the sponsors of this seminar,SWS actively participated in and supported this industry event.

At the opening ceremony, Xu Jin, chairman of the China Film and Television Technology Society and Director of the Technology Bureau of the China Radio and Television Group, delivered a speech on behalf of the society, expressing gratitude to the members of the society for their hard work, and putting forward expectations for the society and activities. 

Subsequently, the meeting officially proceeded to the thematic session. Leaders, experts, scholars, and industry elites from across the country in the field of film and television sound gathered together to engage in in-depth discussions around the theme of "Boundless Soundscapes, Co-creating the Future." Various guests took to the stage to deliver lectures, sharing their insights on the latest development trends and future directions of film and television sound technology. During the lectures, participants engaged in extensive and profound exchanges and discussions on the hot topics currently surrounding film and television sound technology.

The on-site sound reinforcement equipment provided robust support

During the seminar, SWS provided advanced sound reinforcement equipment support for the event, including:  

d&b audiotechnik XSL series loudspeakers ,Matching four channel amplifier : D80/D40,M4 2-way stage monitor stage monitor,Y10P High performance 2-way passive point source loudspeaker,E5 2-way compact coaxial loudspeaker;  

YAMAHA CL5 series Digital Mixing Console;  

SHURE Axient Digital Wireless Microphone System.

 Product Display

SWS showcased the d&b audiotechnik XSL series, including the XSL8/XSL12 loudspeakers and the XSL-SUB subwoofer.

■ XSL8/XSL12 loudspeakers

The XSL8/XSL12 is a mobile application-specific line array, designed exclusively for sound reinforcement in small to medium-sized venues. It can also be utilized as a fill and delay unit in conjunction with GSL and KSL systems.

■ XSL-SUB subwoofer

The XSL-SUB is a cardioid subwoofer for the XSL System. It can be used to supplement XSL8 and XSL12 loudspeakers, either flown (XSL-SUB) or ground stacked (XSL-GSUB).

These two loudspeakers are highly regarded in the market for their exceptional performance and sound quality, offering outstanding solutions for a wide range of audio applications.

In addition, Yamaha's new products, the DM7 digital mixing console, DM7 Control digital mixing console, DM7 Compact digital mixing console, and DM3 digital mixing console, have also garnered significant attention.

■ The new DM7 series mixing console

The DM7 series mixing console empowers creative sound engineers to achieve a higher level of efficiency and flexibility. It is designed to integrate the essential elements of an industry-leading digital mixing system with innovative features within a robust, ergonomic, flexible, and scalable package, thereby delivering high performance.

■ The new DM3 digital mixing console

The DM3 series mixing console breaks the mold, delivering superior sound quality, quicker and more convenient setup and operation, as well as more professional features compared to other consoles of the same size, for applications such as live sound reinforcement, broadcasting, on-site or home recording, and music production.

After experiencing the operation of these digital mixing consoles on-site, experts have highly praised their outstanding flexibility and user-friendliness. They noted that these consoles not only boast robust functionality and performance but also emphasize user experience and operational convenience, significantly enhancing the efficiency and quality of audio production.

Meanwhile, the professional wireless audio solutions presented by SHURE have also sparked considerable interest among the experts.

■ AD600 Axient™ Digital Spectrum Manager

■ Wireless Workbench 7 WWB7

Shure Axient® Digital AD600 Digital Spectrum Manager delivers real-time, wide-band spectrum scanning and monitoring from 174 MHz to 2.0 GHz, spectrum analysis, and frequency coordination in a single rack unit. 

Wireless Workbench is our free software for audio professionals that puts a full suite of RF spectrum management tools in one place to give you full command of your compatible wireless devices. Guarantee that you are prepared to succeed in any RF environment – no matter the location.

■ The new SLXD5 Single-Channel Portable Digital Wireless Receiver

■ The new SLXD3 Plug-on Digital Wireless Transmitter

■ The new ADX3 ADX3 Plug-on Transmitter

The SLX-D portable device combines the scalability of SLX-D, high-quality wireless digital audio, reliable RF performance, and convenient power management. It is designed with a rugged and durable form factor specifically for film production, electronic news gathering (ENG), broadcasting, and the video industry.

The ADX3 plug-on transmitter has also garnered significant attention. As a transmitter capable of remotely controlling critical parameters in real-time, it is ideally suited for audio professionals in broadcasting and live recording, further enriching the Emmy Award-winning Shure Axient Digital wireless system product line.

■ The new MoveMic Wireless Lavalier Microphones

The MoveMic features an ultra-lightweight design and delivers broadcast-quality audio, making it an ideal choice for content creators, videographers, and mobile journalists. It is also one of the few ultra-compact, dual-channel wireless lavalier microphones that connect directly to smartphones, offering exceptional sound quality. With its custom acoustic design and proprietary wireless software, it ensures professional-grade audio performance anytime, anywhere.

■ d&b Soundscape System Demo

The staff of SWS engaged in in-depth technical discussions with experts, jointly exploring the advanced features and characteristics of the d&b Soundscape system. Through on-site demos, the experts expressed their admiration for the system's exceptional sound quality and immersive audio effects, and they look forward to its widespread application in future audio production.

With the continuous advancement of technology, the field of film and television sound is poised to embrace remarkable new development opportunities. The China Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers has always been at the forefront of the industry, playing a crucial role in driving and innovating film and television sound technology.SWS will also continue to contribute to the progress and development of the industry, providing even higher-quality support and services for film and television sound production.

Special Thanks  

Nanjing Xinyabo Intelligent Information Technology Co., Ltd.  

Nanjing Tangning Audio-Visual Technology Co., Ltd.