UK - Pulse is to continue its new product drive in 2011 with the launch of two ranges to cover public address amplification. The MA and SA series from Pulse offer basic public address amplification suitable for a host of venues without requiring large budgets for install, says the company.

The models are all designed within standard 2U rackmount chassis to ensure compatibility with existing installs, the amplifiers also feature the standard mic & line inputs required for a mixture of sources.

(Jim Evans)

Australia - When AV company Scene Change decided to upgrade their radio microphones they opted for the Shure UHF-R series.

"We needed to increase the number of radio microphones and frequency band in the business," said Vicken Hekimian, director of Scene Change Sydney. "We also needed to be able to properly assess available frequencies in real time. The Shure UHF-R series spectrum analysis gave us that ability.

"We've found that the Shure UHF-R series networking ability and scanning really saves us time in set up. I have to say that both the RF and audio performa

India - The end of November saw a prestigious music conference - Soundbound - held in Mumbai, with a range of live performances for participants to enjoy after the business of the day. The first two nights featured gigs by Shaa'ir + Func, one of India's most successful indie bands, mixed on a DiGiCo SD9, the first to be deployed on the Indian sub-continent.

Soundbound and the associated live shows were sponsored by the British Council. It was part of the long-term SoundPad project, bringing together high profile names from the Indian and British music communities

UK - The 33rd ABTT Theatre Show promises to deliver a packed showcase, whilst celebrating The Association of British Theatre Technicians 50th anniversary, say the organisers.

The Show will focus its marketing campaign online and again offer a simple and free pre-registration facility through its enhanced website. This will also boast easy to use facilities for exhibitors and visitors alike allowing fast upload and download features.

The ABTT Theatre Show is already well over 50% sold out for 2011 with exhibitors including XL Video, ETC, Stage Technologies, Martin Professional, Yamah

USA - Intelix has partnered with Pioneer Music Company "to better serve the Midwest consumer electronics and custom installation markets". Effective immediately, Pioneer Music is stocking and supplying Intelix hardware, including their HDMI, analogue-to-digital conversion, and audio/video over twisted pair solutions.

"Few firms match the experience, dedication, and knowledge of Pioneer Music Company," says Cameron Smith, Intelix sales and marketing manager. "Their commitment to quality product and excellent service has made them a leader in the Midwestern resi

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