Neutrik® Pro Audio/Video Solutions
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In any live performance situation the need for reliable connectivity solutions is mission
critical. From rock shows to Broadway, sporting events to symphony halls, the microphones, amplifiers, mixing
consoles, cameras, lighting, and other essential hardware are only as good as the connectors
linking them together. With over thirty-five years of providing innovative solutions and superior quality, Neutrik is the
connectivity source. Neutrik offers professional audio/video connectors that are contaminant, moisture, and
weather resistant to a rating of IP65. This translates to a reliable connection regardless of environmental
extremes and ensures the show will go on without a hitch from opening act to encore.
Neutrik connectors are tested to thousands of insertion/withdrawal cycles to make sure they can stand up to
constant use and abuse seen on tours throughout the world. XLR connectors with features like;
cage-style contacts to provide maximum mating surface area, capacitive filters to eliminate noise from RF
interference and LF noise, chuck-type strain relief to properly support the cable, right angle versions for
tight clearance connections and more. Neutrik doesn't stop there, with ¼" plugs and jacks featuring
locking/retention mechanisms, "silent" plugs which eliminate buzz and hum when being connected, and
non-riveted, single piece plug fingers which provides ultimate durability and resistance to breakage.
Today's pro audio/video world uses more than XLR and ¼" plugs. With the advent of music and signal
transmission in the digital space, Neutrik has created a line of products with secure mating systems and
increased bandwidth performance. Products like USB, HDMI, FireWire, and Ethernet connectors with push-pull locking
mechanisms. Pre-terminated USB and HDMI patch cables with removable cable end housings or carriers for
compatibility with non-Neutrik connectors when necessary. Ethernet products like etherCON are available in CAT5 and CAT6
versions and are compatible with standard RJ45 products.
HD video is not new to Neutrik. With a line of BNC
products featuring a true 75 Ohm design that meet the stringent requirements of HDTV and sustain a
consistent impendence at high frequencies up to 4.5GHz. The rearTWIST BNC connector is available in
various sizes to accommodate many wire manufactures cables.
Fiber optic connectivity systems can also be
sourced from Neutrik with a complete series of products for use in
digital snakes, mixing consoles, broadcast (OB) trucks, studios, rental applications and more. Features like
automatic sealing covers to protect the fibers in the unmated condition, hybrid cable versions with fiber and
copper conductors, "X-Treme" versions that are cut proof and rodent resistant, all available in DUO,
QUAD, or "Triple Split" versions depending on the number of fibers required.
At Neutrik, development of new products doesn't happen in a vacuum. Neutrik listens to its customers and closely
follows the vast AV marketplace to look out for new trends and opportunities. It doesn't matter what your
connectivity needs may be, Neutrik is ready with an innovative solution that you can trust.