UK - This year, Nexo (Stand G-20) is focussing the spotlight on its Concert Sound loudspeakers and, in particular, the Intelligent Amplification solutions that power and control them.

Four loudspeaker families are presented: the shiny new STM Series of modular line array cabinets, scalable for audiences from 1,000 to 100,000; the GEO S12 all-purpose compact line array; the radical 45° N-12 stage monitors, shaped like a wedge of Brie; and the classic PS Series, industry standards for nearly 20 years.

But in prime position at PLASA is Nexo's NUAR or Universal Amp Rack, filled with

UK - Tait's Landscape Video system consists of hand held pixel tablets each containing nine LED pixels; all of which can be individually programmed and viewed at angles of 180 degrees horizontally and vertically. Tablets are IP65 rated as well as being EC and EMC compliant, and recyclable holders can be created for each tablet."Landscape video opens unlimited opportunities for the use of this type of large scale LED technology in stadium video displays and architectural environments," says the company. "Audience members move from being passive spectators to becoming part

UK - The Cygnus range from Wybron features 100W and 200W RGBW theatrical and Variable White film and TV LED fixtures, all now supplied with quick and easy interchangeable lenses.

Cygnus provides more than five times the brightness of comparable products thanks to a proprietary design featuring 48 or 96 (depending on the model) CREE LEDs in a quad package for ultra-high lumen density and virtually rainbow-free shadows, says the company.

"With the new interchangeable lenses, users can quickly switch between very narrow (16°) or medium flood (24°) patterns, without losing

UK - In today's competitive market versatility and quality are both important factors to consider when buying speakers. After extensive market research MilTec has developed a brand new multi-function mid/high speaker cabinet, suitable for single source and line array use.

The low profile and versatile hardware options make it ideal for installation under balconies in theatres, on poles for conferences and as a line array for larger venues. The TP62R is fitted with 2x 6" high efficiency drivers and a 1.7" rotatable, horn loaded compression driver. The compression driver uses

UK - Avolites and Avolites Media (Hall 1, booths F18 and G15) are set to launch three new products and new Titan Operating system at PLASA 2012. It will see Avolites Ltd presenting the launch of the Titan One virtual console and Titan Version 6, while Avolites Media will showcase the Ai Infinity Media Servers and launch the ground breaking Sapphire Media console.

Known for their professional and friendly approach, the team from Avolites will be on hand to offer individual demonstrations and detailed technical information about the fully comprehensive visual control range.

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UK - The LUMI Painter Series from Korean company Kirin Precision are LED Cycloramas which cover the back or side of space with full, bright light. The Smart mix-match railing system means units can be combined and operated as one unit. The Series is currently on display at Harrods in London till 25 August. It was selected as one of the top 10 Korean brands to promote the country in during the London Olympic Games.

"The Series generate a perfectly uniform light output without colours shadows and are flicker free, so they are the perfect solution for TV studios and theatres,"

UK - Clear-Com is showcasing the Tempest 2400 with Seamless Roaming capability and Tempest 2400 MasterBelt digital wireless intercom for the live sound market at PLASA 2012 (Stand I-F29). Tempest Seamless Roaming is ideal for large venues that are separated by sizeable distances, such as multi-theatre environments and/or outdoor venues, says the company. The MasterBelt is suitable for smaller, more mobile applications, including live, outdoor productions and tour-guide setups.

The Tempest2400 Seamless Roaming feature affords crew members the ability to move freely and wirelessly throu

UK - Batmink Distribution, one of the UK's leading distributors of professional audio, lighting, hardware and effects equipment, will be introducing several new and exciting products at PLASA 2012.

Of particular interest are two new re-chargeable slimline LED PARcans from Visage Lighting. The entry level WR-944 delivers an impressive light output from 9 x 4 watt RGBW LEDs, whilst the professional WR-684 model incorporates 6 x 8 watt RGBW LEDS. Both models offer wireless DMX with seven available frequencies, sound to light and stand-alone programs together with a Master / Slave functio

UK - Roland Systems Group (RSG) will be making PLASA an 'event within an event' this year with new product and software launches combined with a packed schedule of 'Hands on Live Sessions' hosted by key dealers on their stand throughout the show.

Showcasing new solutions for both audio and video, there will be a series of exclusive PLASA product launches at the show, and the chance for visitors to the stand (1-F34) to be first in line to get 'hands on' with new technology.

Designed to give visitors to the show a truly interactive experience with RSG live, recording and video product

UK - Longtime PLASA exhibitor ShowLED returns to Earls Court with several new starcloth product developments.

Recent upgrades to the Animation High Output system include controllers and LED strings that offer a stunning 3000 Hz 'dimming modulation frequency', allowing for flicker free configurations in combination with other studio equipment.

The LED dots in the ShowLED High Output system emit up to 12 times more light than standard Animation LEDs, says the company. Developed for theatre and TV studio applications, the High Output LED curtains achieve "a sublimely even light di

UK - Altman Lighting's Chalice is a 100w LED sourced downlight designed for use in both theatrical and architectural applications. Chalice's spun aluminium housing is lightweight at 8.5lbs and at 10" wide by 12" tall Chalice offers an unobtrusive, low profile look.

Chalice offers DMX controlled 3000K, RGBA, RGBW and 3000K-6000K variable colour temperature LED arrays, all rated at 50,000 hours. Custom populated LED arrays are also available.

DMX controlled, the Chalice features eight or 16 bit personalities to ensure a smooth dimming curve at low intensity levels with a bui

USA - Announced earlier this year, the Mackie DL1608 16-Channel Digital Live Sound Mixer is now shipping. To "meet unprecedented demand", Mackie has increased production capabilities and shipments are now leaving their North American manufacturing facility to eager customers worldwide.

"We are extremely excited to get the DL1608 into the hands of musicians and engineers," commented Ben Olswang, Mackie product manager. "We've been addressing customer interest with a series of video podcasts that go over all the cool features. Plus, the Master Fader Control App

UK - Rubber Box manufactures breakout boxes, stage boxes and audio cables to the same high quality that users have come to expect from the company's power distros.

"As well as a standard range that we will hold on the shelf, we will also build custom units to customer specification. These will be fitted into existing enclosures and there will be a new enclosure which is to be seen for the first time at PLASA on stand 1-F20," says the company.

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UK - Auto-Cue Pro and Auto-Cue Lite software packages are for any performer that performs on stage, but was primarily designed with musicians in mind.

It is essentially an autocue system or a stage prompt system. The software runs on any Windows platform.

From the gigging musicians point of view, Auto-Cue Pro has "every conceivable feature built in".

Auto-Cue Pro displays your music ( chords, guitar tabs, manuscript notation etc ) and the lyrics. The displayed content is easily synchronized to any backing track. There are various way your music and lyrics can be presente

UK - Shenzhen Lamp Technology will launch Seele 18.75mm at PLASA 2012. Seele is a modular system of LED video panels which is designed for the demanding rental and staging market & fixed installations. It allows you to create your own video imaging design to set your staging apart from the ordinary, says the company.

A true IP65 protection rating, wide operating temperature range and high brightness enable the curtain to be used in most indoor & outdoor applications.

Twomodels are available. One is rotatable structure, allowing a curved screen. With the other, you can switch between

UK - Robe celebrates its tenth birthday and 10years of 'Working With Winners' at PLASA 2012, referring to its international distribution team, most of whom have been with the company since its first PLASA in 2002.

The company was established in 1994, starting with humble beginnings in a small garage, and was launched as the 'Robe' brand in 2002. The company is still independently owned and run by the original partners who take active roles in its day-to-day running.

Now with one of the most high profile booths of the show, and fresh from the Czech House Olympic Pavilion at the Busin

UK - At PLASA2012 Out Board (Stand 1-H9) will debut the powerful new TiMax2 SoundHub PanSpace graphical sound-effects pan programming map which works in conjunction with the TimeLine editor. Users can create multiple fully editable pan trajectories in any Cue, which can operate on internal or external sources and be triggered by the Timeline or a variety of external showcontrol interfaces.

Also, new iPad and iPhone apps for the TiMax2 SoundHub system matrix, playback server and audio showcontroller will be featured. Simple factory-default setups are user-configurable, and a bespoke se

UK - Pharos will be showcasing a range of bespoke mobile web apps that have been produced to meet the specific needs of clients. Custom web interfaces have always been part of the standard Pharos feature set - all Pharos controllers can host them - but creating rich web applications for touch screen mobile devices presents additional challenges.

In response to projects requiring control from mobile devices, Pharos now offers a web app authoring service. Each app can be tailored to suit the corporate and technical requirements of clients, from the icon on the Home screen to the layout

UK - Automation specialists Stage Technologies are planning a more extensive presence at PLASA 2012 than in recent years. The company will be presenting a seminar at the PLASA Professional Development Programme, taking part in two panels at the concurrent PLASA Rigging Conference, and returning to the show's Hall 1 after several years in Hall 2, to exhibit its products and meet up with customers.

As usual, visitors to the Stage Technologies stand will have the chance to speak to reps from the group's UK and overseas offices, with staff from Las Vegas planning to be on site for the dur

UK - HK Audio's Elements Plus and Elements Install, the latest additions to the Elements system will be showcased at PLASA 2012.

The Elements Plus E 835 mid/high unit provides even greater flexibility and power than its older brother (the E 435) when you want to set up bigger systems, says the company. Loaded with eight speakers, it can handle 300 watts at 8 ohms' impedance, and it comes highly recommended if you want to minimise the number of mechanical connections in your rig. The E 835 and E 435 mid/high units' design and tuning are identical, so combining them is easy.

The new E

UK - Swisson will debut the XMT-350 RDM Controller and DMX Measurement Tool at PLASA 2012.

The XMT-350 combines the features and functions of a RDMController with the company's current DMX Measurement and Testing Tool. The XMT-350 is easy to use, simple robust and very reliable. Set and patch DMX addresses, select DMX personality, and receive device information and updates. The XMT-350 works together with wireless RDM over Artnet. It's like the Swiss army knife for the Entertainment and Architectural Lighting.

Swisson will also be showing the XSW Wireless DMX Splitter. The XSW combi

UK - DMT has upgraded its Pixelscreen Tour series with the new P6 Tour screen which represents the newest generation of indoor and outdoor high-res LED screens for both rental and permanent installations. Excellent brightness, outstanding contrast, compatible size ratio and fashionable look are making it ideal for use demanding environment and applications.

The ergonomic and service friendly design with a sensational low weight of 21 kg for each panel improve the set-up times of Pixelscreens. The modular structure allows a 'one-minute' maintenance in case of any problem.

The Pixelsc

UK - Designed for hotels, wedding and event venues, marquees, bars, restaurants and nightclubs, the JBN SoundCeiling is billed as "a revolutionary directional sound system that solves noise disturbance problems faced by entertainment venues while still delivering quality high-level sound".

The JBN SoundCeiling is a modular-based speaker system installed in or suspended from the ceiling above the dance floor, or any required area, that directs sound straight down to the audience where it is needed. With the SoundCeiling, sound pressure drop-off can be heard as soon as you ste

UK - Alongside Pulsar's new optimised TriColour LED chipsets that generate between 25 and 50% more light per Fixture, PLASA 2012 sees the official launch of Pulsar Fixture Management (PFM), a remote configuration system for Pulsar fixtures controlling settings that would normally be programmed by their User Interface Module (UIM).

"It's a real bonus for fixtures installed in inaccessible places, essential for products without their own UIM, and helps engineer a cost-effective and tamper-resistant lighting solution powered by Pulsar's cutting edge LED ChromaRange Fixtures," s

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