With a wide range of mics already deployed on news, drama and ENG applications, Taiwan broadcaster PTS has added more than 130 more for its new HDTV facility in Taipei. Including four TV studios, two HDTV OB trucks and an audio recording truck dedicated to mastering in surround, a major part of their use will be for recording classical music and opera performances at live venues such as the National Theater and Concert Hall.

The order includes large quantities of DPA 4006-TL omnis, 4011-TL cardioids, 4015-TL wide cardioids and 4017 shotgun mics, as well as seven 5006 surround microphone kits (five matched 4006-TLs and accessories) with seven S5c surround mounts – all supplied to TBS (Taiwan Broadcasting System) through DPA’s Taiwan distributor IX Technology, part of the Linfair Group

‘I’m extremely happy with PTS’ additions to its existing DPA stock,’ says PTS Supervising Audio Engineer Julius Wang, himself a long-time DPA user. ‘DPA microphones exhibit natural and detailed sound with an extended dynamic range. Additionally, accessories such as the acoustic pressure equalisers and various microphone grids – a DPA specialty – enable myself and my colleagues to acoustically EQ the mic signal on site. I would use the analogy of a good video camera: DPA mics are in focus, sharp and very precise compared to other brands, which can often sound as if a soft filter has been applied.’

PTS produces the majority of content within TBS, and the newly-purchased DPA arsenal forms an integral part of its surround tools to record studio and live content.

‘Having known Julius for years and seen his uncompromising approach to audio production, I am very pleased that PTS have expanded their DPA tools with our finest microphone solutions,’ adds Ken Kimura, DPA Regional Sales Director for the Asia-Pacific. ‘I am confident the new additions will enable PTS to take its surround content to the next level.’

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