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12 November 2025

The Netherlands - Leeuwarden cultural venue Neushoorn is set to enter a new era of live sound with the installation of a fully immersive spatial audio system - the first of its kind in a Dutch pop venue.

The project, which is funded by Cultuurloket DigitALL, brings together Neushoorn, More AV, Funktion-One and Holophonix in a special collaboration that combines loudspeaker design with spatial audio technology.

Cultuurloket DigitALL supports the development of digital technologies in the cultural sector. The Neushoorn project is the first and only audio-based initiative to receive such backing in the Netherlands.

At the heart of the installation is a Funktion-One loudspeaker system - controlled by Holophonix’s spatial audio engine - which enables engineers and artists to locate and move sounds dynamically throughout the room, creating an imm

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12 November 2025

UAE - L-Acoustics debuted its recently formed Middle East, Africa & Eurasia application team at a technology showcase on 5 November at Dubai's Theatre of Digital Art. The event marked the first major regional appearance for the dedicated three-person team.

The Dubai event brought together more than 125 industry professionals for hands-on demonstrations of L-Acoustics' L2 line source array and L-ISA immersive audio technology across multiple vertical markets, from live events and sports venues to themed entertainment, hospitality, and house of worship applications. Attendees experienced interactive demos, including live L-ISA DJ performances and technical workshops led by the new regional application team.

The new team structure is led by Mehdi Khelil, appointed head of application, Middle East, Africa & Eurasia, reporting to Vikram K

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12 November 2025

France - Tribal Sound deployed Europe’s largest ever X-Line Advance X2 system for the recent 15th anniversary celebrations at the Sud de France Arena in Montpellier. Designed using Preview loudspeaker software and comprising 60 tops and 24 subs, the Electro-Voice system was powered by 19 Dante-networked Dynacord TGX series amplifiers and managed via Sonicue sound system software for a night of electronic music from an all-French lineup.

Sud de France Arena is a cavernous space, with a seating capacity of around 14,000. To do justice to the all-electronic music lineup, the venue needed a powerful PA that could provide the musicality and energy to every corner of the space.

“We built the system by using EV’s Preview software, and saw that to cover the whole venue properly we would need to dry hire some more X2 and subs from another local rental c

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11 November 2025

Your milestone 40^th anniversary edition of LSi is out now! Available with a special cover for those who subscribe to the print edition, the November 2025 edition is also available in a digital format which is available to read and download now.

Inside, along with reflections on LSi’s history, we’re proud to share a wealth of exciting content reflecting 40 years of innovation, creativity, product development and more from across the industry.

This includes an in-depth report on 1985’s Live Aid - which took place a few months before LSi’s launch - as Steve Moles talks to fellow production professionals who worked on the iconic fundraising event that quite literally changed lives. Meanwhile, Rob Hall

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11 November 2025

UK - Point Source Audio has named Leisuretec as a new distribution partner for the UK. The partnership launched on 4 November. “We are delighted to be partnering with Leisuretec for the UK,” says Gerry Forde, business development manager, EMEA at Point Source Audio. “Their reputation in the UK industry is second to none, and we look forward to seeing them grow our reach and market share across the country.”

“We’re always looking to partner with innovative brands like Point Source Audio that offer real value and performance benefits to our customers,” adds Mike Henden, managing director at Leisuretec. “We see our customers benefiting from many of their patented features and thoughtful engineering, including the Embrace range of innovative on-ear lavalier microphones, unbreakable boom arms, IP57 waterproof rating and paint-friendly surfaces, re

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11 November 2025

UK - The Institute of Sound, Communications & Visual Engineers (ISCVE) has announced the seminar line-up for ISCVEx 2026, taking place at Coombe Abbey on 17–18 March 2026. The programme brings together leading voices from across the AV, communications, and security sectors, tackling some of the most pressing topics facing professionals today. Registration is now open.

Paul Davidson of Teams 9 will present The Criticality of Cybersecurity in Voice Communication: Preparing for Martyn’s Law. Drawing on a long career in the Metropolitan Police and UK security services, Davidson will explore the implications of Martyn’s Law for ISCVE members, focusing on cybersecurity risks in voice communication and practical steps organisations can take to prepare.

The Hopkins-Baldwin Seminar will be presented by University

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11 November 2025

UK - Launched this month, Backstage Radio is a new digital radio station dedicated to ‘the people behind theatre, live music, and live events’ has launched this month. Backstage Radio, created by the team at Show Works aims to give the crew, creatives, and technical teams of the live industry ‘a platform of their own’.

Broadcasting on DAB+ in London and streaming online nationwide, Backstage Radio mixes music, interviews, industry news, and behind-the-scenes stories. The aim is to celebrate the people who make shows happen, from West End sound designers and touring riggers to festival stage crews and lighting programmers.

Oscar Thompson, director of Show Works and founder of Backstage Radio, said: “This started as a fun side project - a hobby that got out of hand - and now we're launching on DAB across London’s West End. Backstage Radio i

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11 November 2025

UK - The National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, London, has recently installed a Wharfedale Pro WLA-1A System as part of a new audio upgrade. The project was delivered in partnership with Stage Concepts, following a successful on-site demonstration of the WLA-1A System in November 2024.

Part of Royal Museums Greenwich, the National Maritime Museum is one of the world’s leading centres for maritime history and heritage, hosting a wide range of public and corporate events across its historic site.

Following the demonstration, the museum’s team agreed that the WLA-1A System was the right fit for their requirements. The final installation includes14 × WLA-112A / WLA-115A, two WLA-121SUBA and eight WLA-1 Common Fly Frame.

Brett Newton, product specialist at Stage Concepts, comments: “The WLA-1A System from Wharfedale Pro is an exceptional c

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11 November 2025

UAE - Ushuaïa Dubai opened its doors in October 2024, bringing the spirit of Ibiza to the Middle East. The open-air venue at Dubai Harbour launched with a headline performance from Calvin Harris and has established itself as a nightlife destination, hosting a steady stream of global names.

The backbone of the venue’s demanding audio infrastructure is powered by Van Damme cabling, supplied by regional distributor NMK Electronics and installed by SLS Production. “Ushuaia Dubai is a high-profile project with complex technical requirements, so reliability and performance were critical. Van Damme Cabling ensured that the system would perform flawlessly under pressure,” said Praveen Jayakumar, Associate technical director at SLS Production.

A significant quantity of Van Damme Black Series Tour Grade Multicore Speaker Cable and Van Damme VDM PA-CONS

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11 November 2025

Australia - The Caterpillar Club, Sydney’s latest underground music venue, boasts one of the world’s largest vinyl collections. Drawing inspiration from the ‘70s, and the vibrant clubs of New York, bands also play five nights a week, and according to general manager, Emma Franceschini “any time there’s not a band on there’s a DJ spinning vinyl.” This includes the secret Bamboo Room Tiki bar where DJs can also be found at the weekend.

Tasked with turning the vision of operators Stefan & Anton Forte (from Swillhouse Group) into reality, was sound engineer Anthony Russo from Technical Audio Group (TAG). And he turned to Martin Audio’s CDD loudspeaker system to meet all eventualities.

He emphasises that this needed to be a statement of uncompromising quality “where every seat needs to be the best seat”. His design, therefore, was

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11 November 2025

Namibia - A vibrant new eatery located in the Windhoek’s popular Hilltop Village entertainment area, Casa Focaccia offers rustic Italian food. Stage Audio Works (SAW) Namibia designed and installed a solution centred around Audac loudspeakers and amplification, to deliver consistent quality audio across both the indoor and outdoor areas of the restaurant.

The brief, undertaken in collaboration with Chamberlain Architects, was to implement a professional-quality background music system that is intuitive to control and capable of streaming music directly from online platforms, allowing restaurant staff to manage playlists from their phones or a dedicated computer.

“The client requested a straightforward background music system that could easily be managed day-to-day by the team at Casa Focaccia,” says Udo Stehle, senior sales consultant at SAW Na

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11 November 2025

China - Zhuhai was lit with sound, light, and pure energy as Adamson’s new Vergence Group Series made its powerful debut at one of Asia’s most electrifying events, Vision and Colour Music Festival (VAC).

The two-day festival featured performances from international DJs including Calvin Harris, Chris Lake, Illenium, Excision, and Outlaw (DJ Snake). For a crowd of thousands eager to party, Real Music Acoustics and Lighting Technology deployed Vergence Group VGt line arrays and VGs subwoofers.

To achieve full-range, distortion-free sound, Real Music Acoustics deployed: 20 per side VGt mains, 24 per side flown VGs subwoofers, 12 E15 over 6 E12 out-fills, 54 E219 ground subs,16 E12 front-fills, eight per side S10 down-fills and 18 E15, 12 S10, and 12 E219 delays.

System designer Richie Wang and system engineer Liu Kaiji worked alongsi

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11 November 2025

UK - Set in the rolling Pennine countryside at Roydhouse near Huddersfield, the Three Acres has been a family run inn since 1968. The building suffered a major fire in late 2023 which saw it close for an extended period of time, during which it was completely refurbished. After overcoming this significant challenge, the pub has returned with a new layout. As well as its culinary offer, the pub also hosts weddings, private events, and live entertainment.

The Three Acres Team engaged regular provider and AV integrator Posynergi of Huddersfield, to supply and install a flexible, zoned sound system, which could cater seamlessly for the varying demands of the pub’s offer. At its heart was an AtlasIED Atmosphere eight-zone signal processor supplied by AtlasIED’s UK distributor Polar, who supported the project with design assistance and commissioning.

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10 November 2025

Portugal - Culturgest in Lisbon has long been a cornerstone of Portugal’s performing arts and events community. Situated in the Caixa Geral de Depósitos head office building, Culturgest features 11 fully equipped spaces, including two auditoria, and hosts a wide range of programming from theatre, music and dance to conferences and film festivals. Its main space, the 612-seat Emílio Rui Vilar Auditorium, is celebrated for its architectural detail, wood-panelled acoustics and AV infrastructure.

In collaboration with Audium and FLUX::, Culturgest recently became the first venue in Portugal to implement a fully immersive live sound system with FLUX:: SPAT Revolution while leveraging the venue’s existing cinema surround speaker system for hybrid use.

“Culturgest asked for an immersive system, and after a thorough analysis of the available options,

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10 November 2025

South Africa - The L-Acoustics House of Worship Tour, which visits churches and worship spaces around the world, is coming to South Africa. Church technical teams, volunteers, consultants, and anyone interested in PA design or building audio systems are invited to attend the workshop in Johannesburg on 19 November and in Cape Town on 21 November from 1pm to 5pm.

Joshua Maichele (application, Americas – house of worship global lead) and Alan Johnson (business development, Americas – house of worship global lead) from L-Acoustics will guide attendees through audio infrastructure and the creation of immersive sound experiences. This experience is designed to empower attendees with world-class audio insight, training, and innovative sound solutions tailored for worship environments. While the workshop is free of charge, booking is essential. 

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10 November 2025

UK - Sontronics has announced the release of Aria 2, a ‘completely redesigned valve condenser microphone for vocals, voiceover and acoustic instruments’. The new model builds on the legacy of the original Aria, used in studios around the world by artists including Adele and Ed Sheeran.

“Aria was one of our most-loved microphones, but we knew we could push things even further,” said Miles, product manager at Sontronics. “With Aria 2, we’ve retained the soul of the original while refining every element of its design and performance.”

At the heart of Aria 2 is a new large-diaphragm capsule, developed in-house to deliver a smoother, more open sound with beautifully balanced mids and detailed high frequencies. This new capsule captures vocals and instruments with clarity and warmth, making it suitable for studio use.

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10 November 2025

UK - Adamson Systems Engineering has welcomed applications engineer Aaron Boothe to its UK and European team.

Boothe brings over 24 years of expertise in system design and tuning to the table. His career spans the UK, highlighted by his roles as production manager and FOH engineer for The Jacksons. Aaron will join forces with business development manager Vince Borrelli to amplify Adamson’s presence in the UK and deliver hands-on support.

“Growing our team in Europe is very important to build stronger relationships in the region. Aaron has already shown great skill by assisting in training our new distributor, Kiela Sound of Lithuania, and we look forward to him providing even more support,” said Jasper Ravesteijn. 

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07 November 2025

Uganda - The Adam Hall Group is further expanding its international sales network and strengthening its presence in the African market: Kwetu Systems is now the exclusive distributor of the LD Systems brand in Uganda. This partnership marks an important step towards the targeted establishment of professional audio solutions in a broadly diversified market with great growth potential, says AHG.

Kwetu Systems is one of the leading providers of professional event and AV technology in East Africa. With a focus on quality, service, training and solution-oriented customer support, the Kwetu Systems team supports customer projects from the planning stage through to implementation and technical support.

“Uganda is a young, up-and-coming market where we see great potential for our LD Systems brand – especially in the area of worship installations, educati

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07 November 2025

UK - Push The Button (PTB), which specialises in theatre electrical infrastructure and production systems, has transitioned to 100% employee ownership, securing the company's long-term independence and rewarding the team that has driven its success. The transition was announced to staff on 20 October 2025 with managing director Nick Ewins, confirming that he will remain in place.

"In simple terms, this means the business is now owned collectively by the people who know it best, our amazing team,” said Ewins. “This isn't just recognition of their hard work, commitment and care for our customers; it's an investment in our future. Employee ownership will strengthen our ability to deliver innovative solutions for our clients, whilst maintaining the collaborative culture that defines us."

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07 November 2025

USA - Pacific Coast Entertainment (PCE) has once again partnered with EAW to further enhance the state-of-the-art sound system at Great Park Live. Following last year’s installation of EAW’s Anya ADAPTive system, PCE returned ahead of the 2025 summer season to upgrade the rig and ‘ensure flawless coverage’ for the venue’s newly expanded seating.

“Last year’s system sounded fantastic, but the venue has since evolved,” says Tom Pappanduros, production manager at PCE. “When the City of Irvine decided to widen the seating sections, we needed to make sure the system could cover every new seat without compromise. Adding to our existing EAW system gave us the flexibility to expand while maintaining consistency and clarity.”

Originally launched with 24 Anya boxes and 24 Otto subwoofers, the initial installation successfully addre

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07 November 2025

UK - Striking the right ambience is a fundamental part of the character of Kettle’s Yard in Cambridge. Created in 1957 by former Tate Gallery Assistant Jim Ede and his wife Helen, Kettle’s Yard was not just a home for the couple, but an open space for the public to enjoy contemporary art in an informal, domestic setting.

Almost 70 years later and that ethos still exists, so when a spatial audio component was required for a new exhibition by Lubaina Himid and Magda Stawarska, it was important to get the aesthetics right. The artists in question subsequently commissioned specialist integrator ArtAV to assist in creating an environment that worked with the space rather than against it, with the installation of four specially customised Genelec 4420 monitors.

The house at Kettle’s Yard still displays a permanent collection of artworks and was exten

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07 November 2025

USA - Located along the coast of New Jersey, DSN is a community centre and beach club that recently elevated its sound experience with a full 1 Sound audio system installed throughout the indoor and outdoor spaces. Installed by L&M Sound & Light, the new setup was designed to deliver ‘exceptional sound quality and versatility’ for the wide range of activities hosted at the venue - from community events and fitness programmes to kids’ camps and summer celebrations.

Outdoors, the club features Cannons placed throughout the gardens, using fully stainless steel 316 hardware to ensure durability in the oceanfront environment. These loudspeakers are permanently installed year-round by the ocean, designed to withstand salt air and harsh weather while maintaining consistent quality sound. Through 1 Sound’s Custom Shop, the team created custom garden

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07 November 2025

Canada/USA - Cohesion supported Avril Lavigne’s Greatest Hits tour across 66 dates in North America. The tour was a culmination of two decades of music for the Canadian-born artist, who has sold more than 40m albums and has received eight Grammy Award nominations.

Vocal intelligibility was of paramount importance on the tour, and Cohesion PA was selected. FOH engineer Paul David Hager explained: “We had to get that vocal to sit right and to be warm and clear - if the vocal doesn’t connect, the rest of it almost doesn’t matter. Cohesion is clear, it’s flexible, and it’s powerful.”

Production manager Adam ‘Cutlets’ Richards described how Hager specified Cohesion for this tour. “I trust his judgment above all. From the moment I heard it, it was dialled in. It sounded great from day one.”

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07 November 2025

USA - The process of taking The Eagles’ live show from the streets to the Sphere in Las Vegas was no small feat, and the transform.engine from Fourier Audio has played a major role.

Tom Evans has been mixing the band’s sound on the road since 2017, including on their 2021 tour in which they performed the Hotel California album in its entirety with a full orchestra. The Eagles are all about their soaring, closely harmonized vocals, and getting Don Henley, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit, Vince Gill, and Deacon Frey just right night after night was the primary task.

That became a bit more challenging when the Eagles embarked on their Sphere residency. There, the venue’s immersive 42 speaker zones included the main PA components set behind the stage, which Evans recognised as a potential issue.

“Because of the clever beam-forming p