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07 April 2025

Europe - Sennheiser has launched a new, compact stereo shotgun microphone, the MKH 8018 for broadcasting and filming applications. The mic completes the company’s MKH 8000 range of RF condenser microphones.

Providing flexibility to the audio engineer, the compact and lightweight MKH 8018 features three switchable stereo modes: MS stereo, wide XY stereo and narrow XY stereo. The MS mode allows the engineer to adjust the spatial imaging steplessly on the mixing desk, while the XY modes are premixed in the MKH 8018, with settings fine-tuned in many tests. The microphone will be on display at NAB, at the Sennheiser Group’s booth N1428.

“The MKH 8018 is a high-class shotgun model that rounds off our MKH portfolio at the top end,” says Kai Lange, senior product manager for the MKH series. “It has extremely low self-noise and truly excellent sound

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04 April 2025

Europe - Robe will have a strong presence at Prolight+Sound 2025 in Hall 12.1 on Booth D10 together with all its associated businesses – Avolites, Anolis, LSC Control Systems and Artistic Licence, all of which will be adjacent.

New Robe products launched will include the T31 Cyc and T31 Cyc Slim – half-length versions of the existing T32 Cyc and T32 Cyc Slim range – and other just-launched tech will be showcased, including the new LedPointe – the first LED version of Robe’s best-selling Pointe family of products – alongside the new WTF! strobe and the iEsprite LTL.

Robe’s Showtruck will be parked outside Hall 12 as an additional meeting and product demo area, ahead of its busy summer festival schedule, with the AVOStream parked up right next door.

Prolight+Sound 2025 will see the concluding show in Robe’s Fifth Dimension expo

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04 April 2025

Europe - GLP will showcase a wide range of new products and selected prototypes at this year’s Prolight + Sound in Frankfurt. In addition to the latest innovations, visitors can look forward to GLP’s renowned hospitality, delicious coffee, the popular Beer Pass, and a relaxed atmosphere at booth 12.1 C30/C31.

With the JDC Burst 1, GLP presents the next evolutionary stage of its JDC1 hybrid strobe. Its new segmentable strobe line is 10% brighter than the JDC1’s and can flash in perfect unison with the newly RGBW-equipped LED plates – for exceptionally powerful bursts. The RGBW plates themselves deliver significantly increased colour output and are rendered in 20 x 240 pixels, offering maximum creative control. With an IP65 rating, fanless design, and 185° tilt, the JDC Burst 1 is suited for tough outdoor use and demanding show environments.

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03 April 2025

USA/Europe - ETC has announced the next-generation Hog lighting control consoles, designed to cater to the diverse needs of lighting professionals across the industry. The latest lineup combines portability, adaptability, and cutting-edge technology, making it a suitable solution for live productions of all sizes.

"With ETC at the helm, the Hog brand is back in the spotlight with this new series of lighting desks," says Sarah Clausen, senior product manager. "We’ve kept the core design that fans know and love while making thoughtful updates that will resonate with long-time Hog users. At the same time, we made the workflow smoother and more intuitive for new programmers. This new generation of Hog provides us with the sound footing we need to take Hog into the future."

The Tour Hog console is built for professionals who need a powerful and flexible

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02 April 2025

Europe - AV Stumpfl will showcase Pixera zero, the smallest member of its award-winning Pixera ecosystem, at Prolight + Sound 2025 in Frankfurt. The compact media server platform, which launched at ISE in February, will make its trade show debut in the DACH region at PL+S.

On stand #C83 in Hall 12.0, the AV Stumpfl team will be on hand to demonstrate the power of Pixera zero, as well as to toast 50 years since the company’s founding in Upper Austria in 1975.

Designed for digital signage and multi-display applications, the Pixera zero media server combines a powerful hardware configuration with a space-saving design, delivering exceptional performance in even the most demanding environments. Available in three models – PXZ-0, PXZ-2 and PXZ-4 – Pixera zero provides up to four 4K video outputs, all within a robust and compact 210mm × 265mm × 89.

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02 April 2025

USA/Europe - LumenRadio has launched the MoonLite2 portable wireless DMX transmitter and receiver.

Building on the success of MoonLite, MoonLite2 offers the same reliability and versatility as the original, but now comes with a new look and plenty of additional features, including a screen, RDM controller and DMX testing.

“MoonLite2 is a must-have tool in any gaffer or chief electrician’s kit,” says Michael Karlsson, product development manager for professional lighting at LumenRadio. “It gives you a compact, battery-powered Wireless DMX transceiver which can be plugged straight into a fixture’s DMX port for instant wireless capability.”

Capable of transmitting and receiving both CRMX and W-DMX, MoonLite2 is compatible with almost all wireless DMX fixtures. Its built-in battery and dual XLR connectors make it useable wherever wire

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02 April 2025

USA - As the future of media production brings broadcast and AV technologies closer together, Audinate Group is set to demonstrate how the Dante platform is advancing audio and video with broadcast-grade standards and performance, ensuring seamless product interoperability and control.

At NAB 2025, Audinate aims to embrace the growing accessibility of broadcast technology and its seamless integration with AV markets, recognising the growing importance of video production in sectors such as corporate, higher education, and houses of worship.

Visitors who drop by the Audinate booth N127 can explore the latest advancements empowering broadcasters to embrace the future of IP-based production, cloud workflows, and remote events. The Dante platform integrates best-in-class audio, video, control, and management features, delivering seamless interoperability

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02 April 2025

Canada - Matrox Video has announced that Pixotope has integrated its DSX LE5 network interface cards (NICs) to enable SMPTE ST 2110 support across its XR, VS/AR and CG graphics licences.

The ST 2110 standard is field-proven and continuously evolving. Matrox ST 2110 network adapters provide a comprehensive solution for building reliable and scalable COTS-based IP infrastructures, supporting 10 GbE, 25 GbE, and 100 GbE networks. Matrox ST 2110 NICs offload all packet processing required for ST 2110-20, ST 2110-30, ST 2110-31 and ST 2110-40, and ST 2022-7 redundancy to free up system resources.

This new integration allows Pixotope customers to add ST 2110 support to existing or new solutions, enabling Broadcast CG, Virtual Studio and Augmented Reality workflows over IP infrastructure. Pixotope used the Matrox DSX Software Development Kit (SDK) alongside

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01 April 2025

UK - DiGiCo has released software Version 20 for all Quantum and SD-Range consoles.

The new V20 software update, available for download from the dedicated support section of www.DiGiCo.biz in early April, is equipped with a host of new features, notably including direct Fourier Audio integration for all Quantum console worksurfaces. Users can simply connect their desk to the transform.engine’s control network to synchronise session files and snapshots as well as see and control plugins on their console touchscreen.

Soloing a channel with a Fourier chain inserted displays the plugin chain on the master screen of the console. All of the visual processing is done within the transform.engine, taking no processing power from the console. From this panel, parameters can now be controlled using the touchscreen and the touch turn dial, where this functiona

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01 April 2025

UK - Van Damme’s latest tour-proven solutions are raising expectations for what can be achieved with LMR cables. Following an intensive period of R&D, combined with road-testing on demanding global tours, the VDC240 and VDC400 have been shown to offer the same performance as traditional LMR cables, but with increased flexibility and at a fraction of the cost, says the company.

“All tour professionals know that LMR cables are industry standard for RF transmission but come at an incredibly expensive price,” says Herpreet Kaur Singh, commercial director at Van Damme. “We were certain that there were ways to deliver the performance that is demanded in the industry without the eye-watering prices, so we set about proving it.”

The manufacturer’s technical team spent over a year finding the right components to deliver an LMR cable that would

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31 March 2025

Europe - Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the 2025 edition of the exhibition will provide an appropriate platform for ADJ Lighting to showcase its latest innovations. As ADJ marks its own 40-year anniversary, the company is set to present an array of products, including automated luminaires and visually impactful static fixtures.

Visitors to Prolight+Sound 2025 will have the opportunity to experience firsthand the Vizi Pix Z19, the versatile Hydro Flex L7 and Hydro Flex L19, the powerful 40 HEX Panel IP, the retro-inspired Vintage X and Vintage Bar, and the innovative Encore DBX blinder.

Bringing a modern twist to classic lighting aesthetics, the Vintage X and Vintage Bar fixtures blend powerful amber blinder LEDs with RGB backlighting for dynamic visual impact.

Expanding ADJ’s renowned Hydro Series, the Hydro Flex L19 and Hydro

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31 March 2025

USA - DPA Microphones will present a wide array of product advancements at NAB 2025 (Booth N767). Included among these is its Core+ technology. The company will also showcase MicroLock, a microphone connector with a newly developed locking mechanism and compact design compatible with a variety of wireless systems.

DPA’s new 2061 Omnidirectional Miniature Microphone, a high-quality, easy-to-use solution that is great for any live or recording application, will also be available at the show. Finally, the company will also present solutions from its recently acquired brand, Austrian Audio, which will be exhibiting at NAB for the first time.

“DPA has been leading the charge with a wide array of new technologies since last year, and we are excited to showcase these solutions to NAB 2025 attendees,” says Christopher Spahr, vice-president of sales and

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28 March 2025

Europe - At Prolight + Sound 2025, the Obsidian Control Systems team will be highlighting the latest Onyx lighting control innovations, including the first look at a new Onyx control product engineered to simplify programming and allow for quicker, more intuitive show design. Designers, programmers, and operators are invited to explore the new control solutions and all the latest innovations from Obsidian at Stand B49/C49 in Hall 12.1.

Obsidian will share the latest in its popular and award-winning line of Netron data distribution products. The Netron NS8 is a compact network switch featuring eight gigabit ports and PoE/PoE+ support, designed to distribute data and power to Netron nodes or any other PoE-compatible network appliance. Its IP version, the Netron NS8 IP, is part of the "world’s first IP66 range of data distribution devices for entertainment ap

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28 March 2025

USA - The Maverick Storm 1 Flex is the latest addition to the celebrated Maverick Storm family. The new, fully-featured IP65 rated spot/beam/wash projects a totally solid, flat even field of light from its LED engine, which is used instead of a lamp, so there are absolutely no ugly hotspots, even at the most narrow zoom. That makes this fixture well-suited to address an issue commonly faced in broadcast applications in addition to excelling on tours.

Regardless of whether it's an ultra-tight beam or a wide spot, the Maverick Storm 1 Flex with its advanced lens technology projects a consistently even field light that makes it easy to blend multiple units of this fixture together for beautifully balanced aerial or textured wall effects.

Thanks to its balanced hotspot-free light, this versatile fixture can produce sharp, crisp gobos (both static and rot

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28 March 2025

UK - Broadweigh has launched the Wireless Handheld Display Standard (BW-HK-S), a new tool for riggers and technicians working in the high-pressure world of live production. Fully compatible with Broadweigh’s trusted wireless ecosystem, the BW-HK-S delivers instant, on-the-ground access to real-time load and environmental data - keeping crews connected to what matters most, when it matters most.

Designed with the challenges of arenas, festivals, and theatres in mind, the device can receive live data from up to 12 wireless load cells or anemometers at once. Housed in a rugged IP67-rated enclosure with a high-grip finish, it’s ready for the toughest working conditions - whether you’re crawling through a grid in a dark theatre or working FOH at a stadium show.

Tom Lilly, product manager at Broadweigh, said: “The BW-HK-S enhances our system by giv

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27 March 2025

USA - Pharos Architectural Controls is set to continue its busy schedule of industry events, with the announcement that it will be returning to Las Vegas for this year’s LightFair show in May.

Pharos will be on stand 1842 to meet delegates and showcase a raft of important updates to its product offering, with a particular focus on Pharos Expert.

The team will be demonstrating the latest changes to the Expert range, including additional capability to support the Pharos RIO G4 – a four-port gateway which now adds convenient Ethernet-distributed DMX ports to an Expert system. The show will also offer the chance for Pharos to showcase its latest improvements to Expert software, including RDM (Remote Device Management) fixture status monitoring and support for luminaires with extended parameters, such as focus, zoom and gobo.

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26 March 2025

Europe - ETC is gearing up to return to Frankfurt for Prolight + Sound 2025, taking place from 8-11 April at Messe Frankfurt. In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the company will be showing a series of new and established products, showcasing its commitment to advancing technology and lighting solutions.

ETC European marketing manager Rosi Marx comments: “ETC’s 50th anniversary marks a major milestone in the company’s history. We’ve continued to evolve and develop new products, and this year’s show will reflect this with our new offering. We are incredibly proud of the journey ETC has been on over the last 50 years, and we’re looking forward to celebrating this achievement with our customers and partners at Prolight + Sound.”

In Frankfurt, ETC will present its latest product releases and celebrate its 50th anniversary throughout the

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26 March 2025

Europe - Chauvet Professional has been marketing its celebrated line of fixtures under the banner Finally True Colours ReveaLED. The company will be impressing with another kind of "reveal" at Prolight + Sound, as it introduces an array of new products at Stand E21.

This year's Prolight + Sound will mark the first major showing of three Chauvet Professional products that are ‘certain to change the equation in entertainment lighting in 2025 and beyond’.

Heading the list is the new Maverick Storm 1 Flex. Unveiled just weeks ago in late March, this fully featured spot/beam/wash powerhouse distinguishes itself (and opens new creative vistas for designers) by projecting flat, even fields of white and coloured light from its LED source, including true reds, with absolutely no hotspots.

The Maverick Storm 1 Flex has a massive zoom range

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26 March 2025

Europe - Elation has announced the release of the KL Core IP, the newest addition to its KL 'Key Light' Series of LED luminaires. Built to withstand the demands of today’s fast-paced and light-critical environments, the KL Core IP is a configurable, broadcast-quality LED source that can be adapted as an ellipsoidal, Fresnel or monolight.

The KL Core IP is particularly well-suited for outdoor applications, thanks to its rugged, IP65-rated design that ensures durability in various weather conditions. Offering studio-quality illumination, the fixture excels in outdoor film sets, TV studios, theatres, and live productions. Its versatile design meets the stringent demands of on-camera production, delivering precise, high-output light that is adaptable to a wide range of lighting setups. Its colour rendering, reliability, and remarkable flexibility make it a gre

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25 March 2025

Europe - Following the launch and immediate success of the all-new Veloce Profile, Ayrton is proud to unveil Veloce Wash, the fourth luminaire in the “Ultimate” family.

Like all Ultimate series luminaires, Veloce Wash is a versatile tool designed to perform in all conditions – indoors, outdoors, and even in coastal environments. Built on the advanced principle of perfect scalability, this ultra-compact luminaire pushes the boundaries of integration with a sealed 850W high-efficiency LED module, calibrated at 6500K, delivering a powerful 40,000-lumen output. With an optimal black body positioning, it ensures perfect light neutrality.

The use of lightweight aluminium components significantly reduces weight, achieving the best weight-to-power ratio on the market, without resorting to costly or unstable special alloys. Weighing just 39kg, Veloce Wa

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25 March 2025

Europe - Elation turned heads at LDI 2024 in December with its Experience Tomorrow innovations. Now, the company is inviting lighting professionals to Hall 12.1, Stand B49/C49 at the Prolight + Sound tradeshow in Frankfurt (April 8-11), where visitors can discover the future of lighting technology by exploring Elation’s latest advancements in professional lighting.

Elation will showcase new product lines including Paragon, Elation’s new flagship automated lighting series and winner of the Best Debuting Product Award at LDI. With the ability to fulfil multiple fixture roles in a single design, TruTone variable CRI technology, and weatherproof IP54 rating, Paragon enables more refined creative expression, standing as the new standard in professional lighting.

Also new is the first luminaire in a bolder breed of intelligent lighting, Rebel.

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25 March 2025

Europe - Robert Juliat returns to Prolight+Sound Frankfurt in the Lightpower Village (Hall 12.0, Stand C60) to showcase its latest LED followspots, profiles and Fresnels, with innovative, versatile, quality lighting solution for venues of all sizes.

The latest addition to the Robert Juliat LED range of followspots, Lexie, which was launched last month, will be on show for the first time in Germany. Compact in size, comparable to the Roxie model, yet with a more powerful output, Lexie followspot (1176) features a 420W LED engine delivering approximately 15,000 lumens with a crisp 6500K cool white source. It presents a plug-and-play solution which is very easy to use, with easy, smooth dimming and iris control, making it very attractive to universities and schools.

The 825W cool white LED Tristan followspot, makes its return with new enhanced functiona

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25 March 2025

USA - Christie and Dolby Laboratories have announced their renewed collaboration to develop the next generation of Dolby Vision laser projection systems, which will begin rolling out into theatres in May.

This next-generation Dolby Vision projection system will build on the moviegoing experience that filmmakers, moviegoers and exhibitors have come to expect since Dolby Cinema was introduced 10 years ago. With more than twice the brightness of typical cinema presentations, and a contrast ratio well exceeding a million-to-one, moviegoers will experience the brightest whites, darkest blacks, and the finest details in between.

For highly saturated and real-life colours, this new 4K projection system will use RGB pure laser illumination to enable Dolby’s Wide Color Gamut 1.0 — which is nearly twice the colour gamut of Rec. 709 and 122% of DCI-P3-capab

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24 March 2025

USA - Harman Professional Solutions has announced the launch of its Martin Exterior Projection Pro Compact, an outdoor image projector designed to inspire captivating creativity and versatility across a diverse range of architectural, façade, and landscape applications.

Featuring a modular design with 11 configurable options and up to four layers of effects, including precise façade framing, the fixture offers a broad spectrum of creative possibilities while minimising complexity and cost. Its compact footprint and lightweight design facilitate pole mounting and seamless integration into various setups, delivering multiple application possibilities. The fixture’s sleek, professional appearance ensures it blends effortlessly into any environment.

The built-in zoom system enables precision adjustment of the projection angle from 15° to 45°, suppo