The main FOH system consisted of 12 KARA cabinets per side, with a hang of six Kiva ultra compact units with two Kilo LF extensions per side providing offstage-fill. Additionally, eight SB18 subs (four per side) were flown, with 12 SB28 subs groundstacked (four in the middle in line and two c
A comprehensive PA system installed by Ateis' Spanish distributor, Optimus SA, ensured that the congregation of more than 6,500 people heard every word of the Pope's blessing. The installation was challenging for many reasons: because const
The TDF Group has extensively tested and eventual
"Working directly with employed representatives in Spain, means we have a responsibility to provide our many customers there with clear, comprehensible information, and this also extends to our website. What better way than to present it in their native language?" says European sales manager, Harald von Falkenstein. "Very soon our latest news about worldwide installations will be in Spanish, t
The 'Best Live Act' nod was accompanied by a live performance of Waiting for the End at the Award ceremonies. The award was accepted by the band who not only thanked their entire production crew, which includes award-winning FOH & monitor engineers 'Pooch' Van Druten and 'Tater' McC
K West was looking to upgrade its existing bar and restaurant speaker system to increase the venue's appeal as a premier nightlife destination during evenings and weekends. They approached A.C. Special Projects to specify, supply and install a discreet audio solution providing high quality sound for day-time background music applications, as well as a more powerful PA system f
"When comparing DPA microphones in a blindfold test, the DPA's were clear leaders of the pack," says Almoe's Jason Rouzaire. "This was a perfect microphone to use in such a high profile job."
Almoe was founded in 1994 to offer a one-stop solution for audio visual and office automation products in the
HD Pro Audio sales director Andy Huffer will be leading this new partnership, expanding on an existing relationship between RK Sound and ACS. Huffer commented: "By adding the ACS product line to our portfolio, I see the addition of a top-of-the-line technology which is a step forward in positioning HD Pro Audio at the highest level of the pro audio market."
HD Pro Audio will continue to have links with Jon Raper of RK Sound. At van den Heuvel, techni
2010 marked the 41st season of the play, with 2000 villagers dedicating a year of their lives to the project - none of whom are professional thespians - culminating in 105 performances (plus five public previews) between May and October. Each performance lasted for eight hours,
TiMax was specified by sound designer Renee Zulauf, who
The move follows major system purchases by launch customers Complete Audio of Germany and North Carolina-based Special Event Services (SES) - who last month added a second system to their existing MLA arsenal.
By purchasing 36 enclosures, Rubicon, who specialise in a wide range of wor
For audio production company Norwest Productions, it was all par for the course. The company first came to international attention a decade ago when they supplied the audio requirements for the Sydney Olympic Games ceremonies. Since then they have earned the reputation as a world le
Director of the ballet company, Dame Monica Mason, said she was "thrilled" about the production being shown in such a huge venue as it would "introduce our work to so many new peopl
Creative Technologies Consulting (Edmond, Oklahoma) recently designed a system based around EVH-1152S/43 (15" two-way 40° H x 30° V) and EVF-1122S/94 (12" two-way 90° H x 40° V) loudspeakers for the church's new 1100-seat worship centre at their new campus location. Summit Integrated S
Alive Technologies FOH Engineer Caleb Doherty was a big fan of the system, which included a substantial Nexo rig for the main stage.
Remo Orsoni, Proel's sound reinforcement product manager reports: "We were in Shanghai to support our new Chinese distributor, AHM, and we were pleased to hold a seminar that would give us the opportunity to go into depth on several technical aspects concerning our professional systems in front of an audience that was attentive to the tiniest detail."
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"I am thoroughly delighted to join TCGI as UK installation sales manager," says Wakelin. "It gives me the opportunity to work with many of the most highly regarded and
But while the aerial view of the New Meadowlands Stadium is reminiscent of the original Meadowlands, the similarities stop there. The new stadium is bigger and better in every way, including a host of powerful new A/V and broadcast technologies.
One of the more
The show stars Doctor Who monsters including the Daleks and Cybermen, and features Matt Smith as the Doctor and Nigel Planer as 'intergalactic showman' Vorgenson. Special effects, optical illusions and pyrotechnics accom
SurgeX Advanced Series Mode technology completely eliminates surge energy without the use of any sacrificial or diversionary components and does not contaminate the safety ground. SurgeX offers a complete line of AC power solutions, all of which carry a 10 year warranty.
POLARaudio's technical director Jon Dew-Stanley said, "Polar Audio is delighted to represent SurgeX whose Advanced Series Mode Technology is superior to any conventional MOV or MOV-Hybrid product
Countries across Europe are clearing a block of frequencies to make way for new services like next-generation mobile broadband. Part of this block - called channel 69 (854-862 MHz) - is used by wireless microphones.
Replacement frequencies for channel 69 have been made available in channel 38 (606-614 MHz) as well as oth
The two-day event included a presentation of the new PowerMate powered mixer and practical 'hands-on' sessions with Dynacord systems like the new Corus Evolution series, the D-Lite powered systems and the DSP 600 FIR-Tune system controller.
Pro
Effective from 1 December, the move precipitates a further reshuffle of the HHB sales team, while also creating new positions which are expected to be filled in the near future.
Nikki Kalsi is promoted to manager, broadcast & SI sales, f
ARX managing director Colin Park comments: "We're excited to be working with Chris and his team, they're enthusiastic about the possibilities for ARX and our products amongst their extensive client base.
"Amplitude Audio is a focused company who are in close contact with Swiss audio professionals in the live sound, broadcast and installation markets, wh
