Declaring traditional ‘paddle antennas’ no longer sufficient for the demands of today’s wireless audio applications, RF Venue has launched the CP Stage antenna.
‘The CP Stage builds on the success of our renowned CP Beam helical and CP Architectural installation antenna in an IP-rated and rugged yet affordable design,’ says RF Venue Chief Innovation Officer, Chris Regan. ‘It’s ideal for wireless IEMs and, as a diversity pair, excels at capturing wireless mic signals, rain or shine, night after night.’
Circularly polarised or ‘CP’ antennas have been the go-to for monitor engineers and RF pros for many years, with RF Venue’s CP Beam antenna being a staple on tours worldwide. Unlike the single-plane orientation of common ‘paddle’ or ‘fin’ antennas, CP antennas transmit and receive signals in a 360º or ‘corkscrew’ like pattern, eliminating issues with the orientation of wireless IEM bodypack receiving antennas and handheld microphone transmitters, regardless of how a performer moves and changes position on stage.
Housed in a durable, low-profile enclosure, the CP Stage readily mounts on microphone stands for touring bands and fly packs, while its IP-rated weather resistance also suits fixed outdoor installations when wall-mounted. And with its 470-928MHz operating range, CP Stage delivers reliable performance across global frequencies in a compact 10-inch x 12-inch x 1-inch footprint with a matte black finish that is easy to conceal on stage.
‘With the introduction of the durable and high-performance CP Stage antenna, RF Venue rounds out its roster of antennas to deliver optimal, reliable solutions for every application of wireless audio systems of any brand or model, portable or installed – there’s no situation that can’t be handled by the best line-up in the industry,’ Regan concludes.
The CP Stage antenna is individually available now at a MAP of US$349, as well as bundled conveniently with all necessary cabling and combiner hardware in multichannel upgrade packs.
