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31 October 2024

World - The Sharpy X Frame hybrid fixture – housed in a lightweight, compact design – features a powerful 550W arc lamp for extreme brightness and vivid, uniform colours.

Giovanni Zucchinali, Claypaky project support, says: “Hybrid floodlights were, and still are, a kind of fixture where LED light sources have not yet matched the performance of arc lamps. When we decided to develop this model, we chose to enhance an arc lamp-powered fixture with all the most advanced technologies our industry could offer in terms of optical features, effects, colour production and beam shaping.”

Alberico D'Amato, Claypaky's commercial director, says: "The Sharpy X Frame combines the features of a spotlight with a powerful, uniform beam, a beam moving light with an ultra-focused penetrating beam, a versatile, precise beam shaper and, when needed, a wash light.

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30 October 2024

UK - Nixer Pro Audio has announced the launch of two new products – the PD Ravenna and the RL Series – both powered by Merging Technologies' ZMAN card. These solutions are set to expand Nixer’s footprint in the broadcast, live, and installation markets by offering advanced monitoring capabilities across multiple Audio-over-IP (AoIP) standards, including Dante, Ravenna, AES67, and SMPTE ST 2110.  

The PD Ravenna is a compact, portable audio monitoring unit designed specifically for demanding broadcast control rooms and outside broadcast (OB) production vehicles. Capable of monitoring up to 64 Ravenna/AES67/ST 2110 channels, this device is tailored to meet the needs of professional sound engineers who require reliable and rapid audio confidence checking in fast-paced environments.  

"Our goal was to provide a flexible, easy-to-use tool for en

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30 October 2024

Europe - Sommer Cable’s new HDMI2.1 cable offers maximum robustness and optimally protects its sensitive inner workings from potential damage. The armoured structure of the cable ensures a high load capacity and allows a tensile strength of up to 80 kg. The HDMI connectors with their robust housings also offer maximum stability and can withstand a tensile force of up to 65 kg. Despite this extremely robust construction, the cable is surprisingly slim at just 5.8 mm and can be laid flexibly with a minimum bending radius of just 20 mm.

Thanks to the integrated AOC technology (Active Optical Cable), the transmission of high-speed content is based on innovative fibre optic technology, achieving an impressive transmission distance of up to 100 meters without any loss of signal quality - ideal for large home cinemas or professional installations (art. HI-HI48) t

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29 October 2024

UK - Audient has announced the release of both the iPad Remote App and optional Dante Card for the Immersive Audio Interface and Monitor Controller Oria.

The iPad Remote App is completely free and allows the user to control Oria remotely, straight from the iPad, designed to speed up workflow. Audient’s Andrew Allen explains: “The App’s Home Tab is essentially the ultimate command centre for Oria, granting you quick access to all of Oria’s key monitoring features on a single screen, without the need to reach for the rack.”

By tapping on Oria’s other control tabs in the side menu of the Home Tab, users can get more detail via an expanded view of Oria’s functionality. “Beautifully presented in full screen format, you can now keep a close eye on levels, audition speakers and use Profiles to switch between speakers, listening levels and ta

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25 October 2024

UK - TSL has taken a sustainable approach in refreshing one of its key fixtures. Instead of replacing the VL2600, they’ve opted for a smart upgrade by replacing the LED engines.

Sam Tamplin, managing director, shared: “We’ve often been frustrated with the short lifecycle of products from some manufacturers. A fixture barely gains traction in the market before a new version or a near-identical update is introduced.

“When Vari-Lite presented the VL2600 SE upgrade path, it struck us as an innovative step toward sustainability. Lighting designers already love the VL2600, so offering the same fixture with a 25% boost in brightness, allowing it to compete with newer models, was an easy decision."

The upgrade increases output to over 23,750 lumens, while maintaining the same size, weight, power consumption, and the exceptional feature set th

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23 October 2024

UK - Shure has announced Axient Digital PSM, its first digital wireless in-ear monitoring solution for ‘top-tier touring acts and large-scale productions’. Axient Digital PSM has been designed to meet the rigorous demands of touring professionals and rental houses.

This new system is Shure’s first Wireless Multichannel Audio System (WMAS) enabled product line, empowering audio professionals to adapt to a wide variety of environments.

“For nearly a century, Shure has pioneered innovative solutions that help solve our customers’ problems while moving the industry forward. Now, Axient Digital PSM offers a revolutionary digital radio with WMAS capabilities, remote management for engineers, and a pristine audio experience for performers,” said Nick Wood, senior director, global marketing and product management at Shure.

“To unlock ne

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23 October 2024

UK - Cellmaster by Broadweigh, which made its UK debut at PLASA last month, merges Broadweigh’s precision in load monitoring with Chainmaster’s expertise in chain hoists.

Matthew Youngs, head of sales and marketing at Broadweigh notes: “It felt like a very natural progression of our relationship with Chainmaster to collaborate on this new offering. Both brands are industry powerhouses, and we’re keen to ensure the Broadweigh brand is accessible to as many entertainment professionals as possible. Partnering with Chainmaster allows us to achieve this in a mutually beneficial way.”

Broadweigh load cells have long been highly regarded within the industry, trusted for their high precision and accuracy, their robust and reliable design and user-friendly interface. Available as a 3.75t, 4.25t and even a 9t for the most demanding of projects, all B

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18 October 2024

Europe - Blaze Audio has announced that its Ci series loudspeaker product line is now available globally. The Ci series was acquired earlier this year from Cornered Audio ApS of Denmark and make a match for use with Blaze Audio’s PowerZone amplifiers, software, and controllers.  

The new Ci series of products - the Ci2, Ci4, Ci4-V, Ci5, Ci5-V, and CS8 and CS12 subwoofers - are designed for use in commercial and hospitality locations. These surface-mounted loudspeakers make for a discrete and elegant installation while offering quality sound reproduction with wide and uniform coverage, clarity, and reliability.  

The IP-rated Ci series is a feature-packed family of acoustically superior 2-way full-range loudspeakers that are designed for a wide range of indoor and outdoor commercial applications such as retail stores, restaurants, cafes, and mee

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18 October 2024

The Netherlands/Slovakia - The global launch of the SRS Lighting VLAN-toolbox has been announced. This product is the result of a collaboration between Podiumtechniek B.V., a leading player in the entertainment industry, and SRS Group, a globally respected name in lighting, rigging, and power distribution technology. Together, they have developed a solution that will ‘significantly simplify the lives of AV technicians worldwide’.

The idea for the SRS Lighting VLAN-toolbox was first introduced by Paul van Schaik, co-owner of Podiumtechniek B.V. During the initial presentation of the prototype at CUE 2024 in Rotterdam, it quickly became apparent that there was a high demand for a simple yet powerful tool for network management specifically designed for AV professionals.

"After the presentation, we immediately saw the potential," says Paul van Schai

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17 October 2024

UK - Avolites has announced an update to its Titan remote app, boosting performance and functionality. It is ‘a significant upgrade to the last Titan remote app’ (released several years ago) and can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

The Titan remote app works alongside Avolites lighting consoles running Titan software, to provide moving light control from a mobile phone or tablet.

Using the Avolites Remote app on a mobile device, with the addition of an external wireless access point, any Avolites lighting console can be remote-controlled using Wi-Fi from an android or iOS mobile device like a smartphone or tablet. 

The remote app also enables running and storing palettes and running playbacks which is invaluable to lighting designers, directors and operators when rigging, testing and focusing fixtures.

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16 October 2024

Europe - At IBC2024, Clear-Com showcased communication solutions designed to meet the needs of both live and broadcast professionals, emphasizing the flexibility required in today’s interconnected production environments.

With the EHX v14 software update and enhanced SIP integration on the E-IPA card, Clear-Com is providing seamless communication solutions that work across live events and broadcast settings. This high-density integration with VOIP systems is increasingly important for large-scale productions, where robust communication links are critical.

The Arcadia Central Station’s latest firmware upgrades offer unparalleled connectivity between live event setups and broadcast systems like the Eclipse HX Digital Matrix and LQ IP intercom devices, providing a unified communication backbone. Whether managing a concert tour or a hybrid event with

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15 October 2024

USA/Europe - Elation has introduced Limelight, a range of high-powered colour-mixing wash luminaires.

The Limelight PAR is a versatile workhorse fixture, designed for even stage washes, side or front lighting, backlighting, and dramatic silhouette effects. It offers precision to accent scenery, sets, or specific areas of the stage for both functional and aesthetic lighting needs.

Available in two configurations, Limelight PAR S boasts seven 60W RGBL LEDs, while Limelight PAR L raises intensity further with 12x 60W RGBL LEDs. The added Lime emitter gives a substantial boost to overall output and fills in the entire spectrum to create a more expansive colour gamut. Limelight PAR L delivers an output of 8,213 total lumens, while the PAR S version brings 5,345 lumens to the table. Both fixtures are IP65-rated LED colour changers, built to perform ‘in a

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11 October 2024

Hungary - Lightware Visual Engineering has announced its latest AV solutions, designed to deliver flexible, high-quality AV-over-IP connectivity hybrid work and meeting room AV environments. The new Taurus TPN and Gemini GVN products address the growing demand for seamless, real-time connectivity and outstanding performance in collaborative workspaces and mission-critical environments, says the company.

The Lightware Taurus TPN is a device for large meeting rooms, boardrooms, and conference settings. It offers USB-C and SDVoE technology for high-quality HDMI 2.0 4K60 4:4:4 matrix switching over 10G Ethernet networks, with a range of up to 100 metres. Its independent USB 2.0 matrix switching layer supports multiple devices, providing users with automated and manual switching options. This ensures seamless video transitions and an exceptional AV experience, ma

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09 October 2024

USA - At AES New York, Austrian Audio introduced Hi-X20 – the latest entry in the brand’s family of professional, closed-back headphones. Designed to ‘offer detailed, high-precision sound in a compact, affordable package built for audio professionals, content creators, and discerning music lovers alike’, Hi-X20 is available now.

​Designed following customer feedback and using the same proprietary Hi-X drivers that power all Austrian Audio professional headphones, the Hi-X20 offers high-precision sound that is balanced in middle and high frequencies with a powerful, but not overdrawn bass-response.

Hi-X20 is built to last, with metal hinges and a metal headband. Its foldable design allows for easy storage and transport in a rucksack or bag. ​

“The development of Hi-X20 was very much a collaborative effort with our customers who o

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09 October 2024

USA - Renkus-Heinz is set to return to one of the largest events in the worship market, Church Facilities Expo (CFX). Taking place at the Chattanooga Convention Center in Tennessee from 21-23 October, the show will spotlight technology innovations, including Renkus-Heinz’s OmniBeam software, designed to transform live audio experiences in houses of worship.

Previously hosted in Dallas, Texas, CFX 2024 will feature a loudspeaker demo experience where attendees can hear OmniBeam in action against industry competitors. Taking place in ballrooms I & J, the round-robin demos offer an opportunity to directly compare solutions from leading manufacturers in a controlled acoustic setting.

Renkus-Heinz’s flagship IC Live X Series of modular, beam-steerable loudspeakers will take centre stage – in both a large flown array and a portable ground-stacked

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07 October 2024

USA - Merging Technologies has announced that Pyramix 15 will be unveiled at the upcoming AES Show in New York from 8-10 October.

This latest version of Pyramix comes with a fresh, modern redesign and an enhanced user experience, making it more intuitive and easier to use. It boasts an advanced real-time editor, versatile fade editor, complete mixing and mastering functionalities, and immersive workflows, including support for the Dolby Atmos ADM format. Pyramix 15 introduces a number of new features and enhancements.

Members of the Merging Technologies software team, led by Dominique Brulhart (head of application software) and Maurice Engler (product owner - Software Solutions), will be on hand to demonstrate Pyramix 15 at AES New York.  

“It is with great pleasure and excitement that we present the newest version of Pyramix 15 to the No

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04 October 2024

Europe - The Showtec Titan Strobe FLEX FX is designed to ‘revolutionise the way we experience strobe and effect lighting’.

The Titan Strobe FLEX FX features eight powerful pods, each equipped with a 100W cold white COB LED behind a Fresnel lens, delivering sharp and intense strobe effects. These effects are designed for high-energy environments like concerts, festivals, and large-scale productions, where impactful lighting is essential. Surrounding each COB LED are 12 integrated 2W RGBW LEDs, which can be controlled individually, giving you precise control to design intricate and dynamic lighting designs.

This fixture seamlessly integrates into modern lighting setups with ART-Net and sACN compatibility, ensuring it works effortlessly with larger systems. It also includes RDM (Remote Device Management) functionality, allowing for remote monitoring

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04 October 2024

Canada - PK Sound has augmented the feature set of PK .dynamics, its proprietary robotic line source system design, control and monitoring software, with the release of v1.5 for Windows and macOS. Combining every stage of the modern live sound workflow in a single solution, .dynamics lets users take their designs from conception to the real world with the flexibility of real-time coverage adjustments even after the system is flown.  

New features for v1.5 include the implementation of PK Sound’s incoming Tx14 and Tx26 intelligent point-source modules, which enable users to design and control complete system solutions for a myriad of mobile and permanent applications. Additionally, a new auto-save feature automatically backs up files every 15 minutes for enhanced user security and confidence.  

“.dynamics is the core of PK Sound’s technologi

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03 October 2024

UK - Polar will be exhibiting at the forthcoming Hospitality Tech Expo at ExCel London, which takes place on 15-16 October.

An example of the innovative technologies which Polar represents is the management platform Ask UMA, which can significantly enhance the operations of cafes, hotels, bars, and restaurants by optimising space management, integrating smart building systems, personalising guest experiences, and streamlining staffing. Polar’s team of experts will be on hand to explain how the platform automates energy use, improves comfort, and supports health and safety compliance, as well as providing data insights for better decision-making.

Ask UMA delivers sustainable solutions for the hospitality sector by supporting eco-friendly practices, social responsibility, and good governance. Minimising environmental impact, creating positive experie

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02 October 2024

Europe - Audio-Technica has launched the System 20 PRO, a self-managing, plug-and-play 2.4GHz digital wireless system that is scalable to 20 channels and delivers ‘dependable, high-quality audio’. Designed for hassle-free deployment, the system overcomes many challenges of conventional wireless microphones such as TV station interference and frequency coordination, complex intermodulation calculations and remote antenna cabling.

Capable of receiving up to four transmitters, the system’s ATW-R1440 receiver makes installation simple. Receiver units can remain docked in the half-rack chassis or – for added versatility – be mounted remotely (up to 328ft away) and connected via Ethernet-standard cabling. Up to five chassis can be linked using included RJ12 cables, creating a stable multichannel system with the simultaneous use of up to 20 channels.

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02 October 2024

Europe - TAF has introduced the new and improved Tower 05 – a complete, all-in-one, light-duty tower system for small roof systems, elevation of truss grids, and more.

Transport, setup, and use are extremely easy, says TAF. Just roll out to your location, unfold the outriggers, and attach HT34 truss on top. With HT34’s quicklock connection system, buildup is extremely quick and easy. Versatility is also ensured, with a welded sleeve block that allows for four-way connection of truss segments to suit a wide range of applications.

Tower 05 features a maximum lifting height of 6.5m (21.3ft) and a maximum loading of 500kg (1,100lbs).

New and improved features include steel, side-to-side rotating feet for improved levelling on a wide range of surfaces; adjustable leg braces for increased stability; modified sleeve block allowing for smoother t

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02 October 2024

Germany - LD Systems has expanded the portable Anny series with a new model, Anny 8. The battery-powered Bluetooth PA speaker is the most compact model in the series and is available in four modern colours to suit individual design preferences: black, white, green, and grey. For versatile use, the Anny 8 has an integrated five-channel mixer with multiple inputs and a wireless microphone in various versions.

“The Anny 8 is the perfect all-in-one solution for anyone who wants to make music with friends or simply listen to music in the highest quality while out and about,” says LD. “Whether for musicians, DJs, or a whimsical meeting in the park, the battery-powered two-way PA system with 8'' woofer and 1'' tweeter offers more than an ordinary battery-powered speaker and combines a robust, compact housing with a sound and range of functions unrivalled in i

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25 September 2024

UK - Shure has announced the introduction of its new cloud-enabled centralised management platform, ShureCloud. At launch, the platform enables unified control and management of Shure Microflex Ecosystem devices and IntelliMix Room DSP software licences from a single user interface. Additional features, including self-registration and an expanded monitored device portfolio, will be introduced in the coming months.

ShureCloud offers intuitive workflows that are familiar to IT Managers and AV Integrators. The platform provides real-time remote management access so users can manage, monitor, remotely update, and control devices and licences from anywhere, ensuring flexibility and convenience. ShureCloud provides unified control and remote access for organisations of all sizes, whether you're managing a few devices for a small business or handling large-scale de

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25 September 2024

USA - 1 Sound offers all its products in custom colour variations and natural wood finishes, and has now added metallic finishes to the catalogue.

1 Sound offers metallic finishes for loudspeaker cabinets and metal plating for metal grilles and select accessories. Metal plating can use various materials such as chrome, brass, gold, nickel, and more. Like the other custom options, 1 Sound Custom Shop’s metal finishes will apply to both indoor and outdoor applications.

With local sourcing of building materials, 1 Sound is able to manufacture custom loudspeakers in a quick turnaround time of as little as two-four weeks.

“We are seeing a direct change that has reached as far as end-users and venue owners,” says Julia Mannarino, creative director at 1 Sound. “After experiencing how 1 Sound loudspeakers sound and understanding that it is in