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ATK Audiotek Provides Consoles, Main P.A. System for Grammy Awards
“Everybody who comes through the Grammys leaves happy, and all I use is the onboard processing,” says Reaves. “But my partner in crime at the Grammys, Mikael Stewart, uses the Waves plug-ins quite extensively. He mixes all the dialog and the production elements, so he makes use of the DNS […]
DiGiCo’s SD5 Wins At Super Bowl XLVIII
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey – February 2014 – For the 82,529 fans that braved forecasts of cold, snowy weather predicted for Super Bowl XLVIII on February 2, Bruno Mars and the Red Hot Chili Peppers delivered an enthusiastic show that was long on great musicianship and killer showmanship. And making […]
DiGiCo Sweeps The GRAMMY Awards
LOS ANGELES – February 2014 — Southern California-based live event sound, equipment rental and broadcast audio production specialist ATK Audiotek recently acquired a slew of DiGiCo digital consoles, immediately putting them to work on the 56th annual GRAMMY® Awards telecast in Los Angeles in late January. This is the third […]
QPC Fiber Optic Introduces Qmicro & Qmini Expanded Beam Connectors
QPC is proud to introduce the new Qmicro Expanded Beam Connector, engineered to be used in harsh environments including Broadcast, Military, Industrial, and Automation applications. The Qmicro is the smallest connector in QPC’s line of customized expanded beam connectors, and is intermateable with Tyco Pro Beam Mini, and Telecast MX […]
Professional Wireless Systems Teams With ATK Audiotek to Deliver Super Bowl RF Coordination
For the 18th consecutive year, Professional Wireless Systems (PWS), a Masque Sound Company and experts in supplying and supporting wireless systems for live and broadcast events, teamed up with ATK Audiotek and Versacom to deliver interference-free RF management for its portion of the Super Bowl XLVIII at MetLife Stadium in […]
HARMAN’s JBL Professional LSR6300 Series Studio Monitors Support the 56th Annual GRAMMY® Awards
LOS ANGELES, California – HARMAN’s JBL loudspeakers were once again put to use at Sunday’s 56th Annual GRAMMY® Awards, with JBL VERTEC® line arrays comprising the live sound reinforcement system at the STAPLES Center and a JBL LSR6300 Series 5.1 surround sound studio monitor system used in the Television Committee Room. […]
ATK Audiotek Rocks Halftime Show at Super Bowl XLVIII with HARMAN’s JBL VERTEC® Line Arrays
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey – For the 17th straight year, ATK Audiotek provided audio services for the National Football League’s championship game, Super Bowl XLVIII, the first ever in an outdoor cold-weather stadium. ATK Audiotek deployed its custom-designed, cart-based audio system for the game’s prestigious halftime show, held at MetLife […]
ATK Audiotek Presents Custom Subwoofers
ATK Audiotek of Valencia, CA, production sound provider for the annual Grammy Awards telecast for the past 14 years, augmented its audience PA system for this year’s ceremony with prototype subwoofer cabinets utilizing Powersoft’s innovative M-Force transducer technology. The proprietary sub bass system, designed and developed by ATK in collaboration with consultant Mario Di Cola of Audio […]
Bruno Mars delivers record-breaking halftime performance at Super Bowl XLVIII with Sennheiser
During the 12-minute set, which included his top hits “Locked Out of Heaven,” “Treasure” and “Just the Way You Are,” Bruno Mars showcased his versatility as an entertainer with a dramatic drum-solo introduction, James Brown-inspired dance moves, and an instantly recognizable soulful voice captured by Sennheiser. Working alongside veteran production […]
ATK Audiotek Takes Anya To ACAs
Las Vegas, NV (January 2, 2014)—ATK Audiotek provided audio for the 4th Annual American Country Awards (ACAs) last month at Mandalay Bay Arena in Las Vegas. Collaborating with Rat Sound, ATK fielded a new EAW Anya system for the high-profile event. “EAW’s Anya performed as promised,” said Mikael Stewart, ATK’s […]
Shure Mikes 2013 CMAs
NILES, ILL.—Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena hosted the 2013 CMA Awards with a live ABC telecast. For the sixth straight year, Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley co-hosted the three hour-long awards ceremony. Most vocal mics and in-ear monitor systems were wireless, provided by ATK Audiotek and performers chose their own preferred brands, […]
SHURE DOMINATES CMA AWARDS
NILES, Ill., November 11, 2013— Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena was host to the 2013 CMA Awards, known as “country music’s biggest night,” with a live ABC telecast and a venue packed with fans. For the sixth straight year, artists Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley co-hosted the awards, which honored both youth […]
HARMAN’s JBL Loudspeakers Star On New American Idol Set
NORTHRIDGE, California – American Idol reigns on as one of the most successful shows in television history. Its mix of stars in the making, spirited interplay between celebrity judges and the show’s wildly enthusiastic live audiences continues to enthrall viewers. For the show’s upcoming live episodes, Valencia, California-based ATK Audiotek revamped the American […]
Baltzell Audio Design and ATK Audiotek Rely on HARMAN’s JBL VERTEC® Line Arrays for the 85th Academy Awards
NORTHRIDGE, California – The 85th Academy Awards were held February 24, 2013 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, recognizing the cinematic achievements of 2012. For the event, Valencia, California-based audio system provider ATK Audiotek deployed the sound reinforcement system, which was designed by Pat Baltzell of Baltzell Audio Design and included […]
HARMAN’s JBL Professional Loudspeakers Give Sound to the Stars at the 55th Annual GRAMMY® Awards
NORTHRIDGE, California – HARMAN’s JBL loudspeakers were at the heart of Sunday’s 55th Annual GRAMMY® Awards, with JBL VTX line arrays comprising the live sound reinforcement system at the STAPLES Center and an LSR6300 Series 5.1 surround sound studio monitor system used in the Television Committee Room. The annual GRAMMY […]
ATK Audiotek and HARMAN’s JBL VERTEC® Line Arrays Prove Victorious at Super Bowl XLVII
NORTHRIDGE, California – Providing audio services for the Super Bowl for the 16th straight year, ATK Audiotek deployed its custom-designed, cart-based audio system for Super Bowl XLVII, held at the Superdome in New Orleans. Once again, ATK Audiotek equipped its carts with HARMAN’s JBL VERTEC® line array loudspeakers for the Halftime Show of […]
Michael MacDonald Joins ATK Audiotek as President
VALENCIA, Calif., Sept 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — Leading audio production company, ATK Audiotek, is proud to welcome Michael MacDonald to take over the duties as President and leadership of the company’s business development, sales and marketing programs, coincident with the retirement of outgoing President Michael Stahl.
How is sound mixed at the GRAMMY Awards?
Watching both the latest and the greatest in pop music perform live on the annual GRAMMY Awards telecast is one of the most exciting events of the year for music fans worldwide. In fact, a lot of people’s earliest memories of seeing their favorite legendary artists perform live came from […]
HARMAN’s JBL Loudspeakers Show Their Star Quality On The X Factor
NORTHRIDGE, California – It’s not hard to put a finger on the popularity of The X Factor, which recently completed its first season in the United States. The top-rated singing competition TV show (which aired on FOX) pits contestants against one another to see which pop singer has that certain […]
HARMAN Audio Components Grace the Stage at 54th Annual GRAMMY® Awards
NORTHRIDGE, California – As in years past, HARMAN Professional audio components played a crucial role in the live sound reinforcement system at the 54th Annual GRAMMY® Awards, held February 12 at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles. ATK Audiotek provided live sound reinforcement at the venue, relying on JBL VERTEC® […]
HARMAN’s JBL VERTEC® Line Arrays and ATK Audiotek Deliver An All-Out Performance at the 39th Annual American Music Awards
NORTHRIDGE, California – The 39th annual American Music Awards broadcast featured a star-studded lineup of artists, nominees and presenters including Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj, Enrique Iglesias, will.i.am, David Hasselhoff, Christina Aguilera, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Kelly Clarkson and a host of others. Held at the Nokia Theatre LA […]
JBL VERTEC® Line Arrays and Control® Contractor Loudspeakers Deliver Musical Excitement for American Idol’s 2011 Season
NORTHRIDGE, California – American Idol is the country’s most-watched TV series, and has been the number one show for six years in a row, thanks to its blend of stars in the making, audience participation and the often-unpredictable reactions of celebrity judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler. […]
JBL LSR6300 Series Studio Monitors and VERTEC® Line Arrays Shine at the 53rd Annual GRAMMY® Awards
On a night full of surprises, JBL Professional loudspeakers were once again called upon at the 53rd Annual GRAMMY® Awards to ensure predictable, high-quality live sound and audio for television broadcast. Held at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 13, the GRAMMY Awards were broadcast live in […]
ATK Audiotek Provides Superior Sound For Super Bowl XLV With JBL VERTEC® Line Arrays
ATK Audiotek recently provided audio services for Super Bowl XLV, marking the 14th straight year the company has been involved in the country’s biggest sporting event. Once again, ATK Audiotek deployed its custom-designed cart system with JBL VERTEC® line arrays for the Halftime Show and Post-Game Show of the Super […]
ATK Audiotek Implements New System Design Strategy with Powersoft Amplifiers
Finding ways to streamline the different aspects of designing, transporting and setting up complex audio systems is a constant challenge for sound companies. ATK Audiotek, a leading sound company that has handled high-profile events such as the Super Bowl, national political conventions, the Grammy Awards and the Academy Awards, to name […]
JBL Professional Studio Monitors and Live Sound Speakers Take Center Stage At The 52nd Annual GRAMMY® Awards
Selected for the ability to meet the requirements of the most demanding professional applications, JBL loudspeakers were used in both the arena and the critical listening room of the 52nd Annual GRAMMY® Awards telecast on Sunday, January 31 at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, CA. As has been the […]
Conan O’Brien And JBL Loudspeakers Make Their Debuts On “The Tonight Show”
In one of the biggest television events of the year, Conan O’Brien made his debut as host of “The Tonight Show” on Monday, June 1, which aired on NBC from its new studio in Stage 1 of the Universal Studios Hollywood back lot. Valencia, California-based ATK AudioTek has supplied a […]
Baltzell Audio Design And ATK AudioTek Utilize JBL VERTEC® Line Arrays At 2009 Academy Awards
The 81st Annual Academy Awards took place February 22, 2009 at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, commemorating the film industry’s most accomplished professionals and productions of 2008. For the event, Valencia, CA-based audio system provider ATK AudioTek deployed the sound reinforcement system, which was designed by Pat Baltzell of […]
Baltzell Audio Design And ATK/Audiotek Take The Stage At 42nd Annual CMA Awards With JBL VERTEC® Line Arrays
NORTHRIDGE, California – In one of country music’s most prestigious musical events of the year, rental systems provider ATK/Audiotek of Valencia, California supplied a multi-array JBL VERTEC® line array system for the 42nd Annual Country Music Association (CMA) Awards on November 12. The Awards were held at the Sommet Center […]
ATK Audiotek Provides Democratic Party With Sound Platform From Harman Professional
Continuing a tradition of Harman Professional sound technologies being employed at the conventions of both major U.S. political parties, the company today announced that its JBL Professional VERTEC® line array loudspeakers were deployed by leading rental sound system provider, ATK Audiotek, at the Democratic National Convention at Denver’s Pepsi Center. […]