As RG Jones approaches its centenary year, the company is evolving its business strategy, focusing on investment in both equipment and people. With the appointment of Commercial Manager Sam Thomas in November 2024, the company began a period of reflection as Thomas took time to fully understand the mechanics of the business and what is required to maintain agility and efficiency in an ever-changing industry. The result of this observation is the recent appointment of Sam Brazier and Ricky Spiers as Project Managers in the RG Jones Sound Engineering Pro Audio Division, alongside significant investment in its audio inventory. As…
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Renkus-Heinz has appointed Jonathan Phillips as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Phillips will oversee global partnerships and revenue strategy, reinforcing the company’s position at the forefront of professional audio. “Jonathan’s operational experience and technical background make him an excellent addition to our leadership team,” said Monika Smetona, President of Renkus-Heinz. “His track record building businesses and developing new markets and products aligns with our expansion objectives, and his strategic mindset and passion for technology reflect our core values.” Phillips brings 25+ years’ expertise scaling technology companies from innovation to market. A named inventor on patents in materials processing and algorithmic analysis,…
For The Black Crowes The Happiness Bastards Tour, DAS Audio’s ARA Series rose to the challenge. At the Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor, DAS Audio partnered with Audio East to deploy a full ARA rig: 12-deep LARA line arrays, MARA outfills and front fills, and a groundstack of 12 LARA cardioid subwoofers. On the receiving end? Front of house engineer Erik Rogers is tasked with translating the band’s gritty magic into a tight, musical mix for thousands of fans. “From the first time I mixed on LARA, I was impressed,” said Rogers. “It was musical right out of the box.…
Solid State Logic has announced that Murt Whelan Sound (MWS) will serve as its Rental & Resale Partner for SSL Live products in Ireland, further enhancing access to SSL Live consoles in the region. MWS will offer local sales and technical support on behalf of SSL across Ireland and will assist its customers the live events, touring, and installation markets. The appointment covers the entire SSL Live product range including consoles, interfaces, software solutions and more. “We’re pleased to welcome MWS as an SSL Live R2 Partner,” said Sam Bath, SSL UK Sales & Distribution Manager. “Their reputation for…
Following a fruitful informal alliance for many years, recent events have prompted Fuse Technical Group (Fuse TG) to announce the official acquisition of UK based Video Design into its core operations. Fuse TG, an established leader in the provision of video and associated advanced technologies to the presentation and events market in North America, has offices and resources across nine US cities, as well as nascent operations across the Atlantic. For many years Fuse has been servicing the needs of its clients’ when in the European market and have long found Video Design a good fit for providing technical expertise,…
Dom Dolla transformed the Parc Olympique, shaking its rafters with his deep house grooves and driving beats. Moving with the music note for powerful note was an unapologetically bold and direct light show designed by Onedot and the Dom Dollas team. The dazzling show drew power from CHAUVET Professional COLORado PXL Bar 16, Color STRIKE M and Maverick Storm 2 BeamWash fixtures supplied by Solotech. Working from drawings by Louis-Xavier Bonneau of Onedot and input from Érik Nowosielski-Lamoureux, the show’s design was meant to remain simple, powerful, and efficient. “The vision was to provide bold, clean looks that would support…
Spanning over 40 stops in arenas, amphitheatres and outdoor festivals across the United States, Dierks Bentley’s 2025 Broken Branches Tour featured the musician’s full repertoire. Delivering high-quality sound across such varied venues demanded innovative solutions, and ACT Entertainment, provided the audio backbone necessary for such a high-calibre production. The tour’s audio workflow was designed by Front of House and Systems Engineer James “Pugsley” McDermott, who worked with ACT Entertainment to leverage Avid VENUE S6L-24C Consoles and a PK Sound Trinity Black Line Source System for a flexible, fast-deploying setup that was a sonic success. The Avid consoles played a central…
On 18 October 2025, 38,000 fans filled Folsom Field to witness John Summit’s largest headline show. Behind the spectacle was a powerhouse lineup of production companies under Heavy Global and the Concert Stuff Group banner — including Special Event Services, Special Event Transportation, G2 Structures, Guardian Barrier Services, Field Protection Agency, and 7 Cinematics — while AEG Presents coordinated event promotion and ticketing. Together, a production of staggering scope and technical precision transformed the University of Colorado’s iconic stadium into a full-scale dance cathedral. The effort took months of planning and coordination between the teams. Heavy Global, known for producing…
Alice Cooper brought his theatrical shock rock show to fans worldwide, powered by a full JBL Professional VTX rig supplied by longtime production partner SLS Production Services. The Too Close for Comfort tour just completed its second year with nearly 200 shows, and required a system that could adapt to everything from large amphitheaters to historic theaters, while maintaining the clarity, power and efficiency Cooper’s show demands. The touring rig featured JBL VTX A12 line array loudspeakers for mains and side hangs, VTX A8 speakers for fills, and VTX B18, B28 and G28 subwoofers to deliver chest-pounding low end. The…
German audio specialist HK Audio has named Eurhythmics as its new official distributor for Ukraine. This partnership strengthens the manufacturer’s presence in Eastern Europe and ensures optimal support for its customers in the region – from live sound professionals to systems integrators. Eurythmics has been active in the professional audio equipment sector since 1991 and is one of the leading distributors in Ukraine’s audio industry. Its experienced team offers a comprehensive portfolio of services – from consulting and sales to technical system planning, installation and support for audio solutions of any size and complexity. This breadth of service makes the…
LSC Control Systems has announced the appointment of Kris Noerens as its new Business Development Manager for Europe. This appointment is the latest major step forward for LSC, which was acquired by Robe Lighting in 2024. Noerens, who joins the company from LSC’s Benelux distributor, Controllux in Belgium, is a highly experienced theatre lighting professional, having spent almost 30 years as a freelance lighting designer and operator. His broad-ranging career has also included spells at AC Lighting (now AC Entertainment Technologies) in London and Barndoor BVBA in Belgium. He has also held lighting and management roles at renowned venues such…
Arve Gotfredsen was introduced to his latest client, a Danish pop artist with an eight-piece band, he was told that they had experienced monitor issues. He knew that first impressions would be everything. Having tried a demo, he turned to KLANG to deliver the space he needed for each element of the mix, instinctively knowing this could help to resolve his client’s issues. “I wanted to make sure we had bandwidth to allow the whole mix to interact effectively and work together. I work a lot with immersive sound in general, and I was intrigued by the possibilities KLANG offers.…
Linkin Park has sold over 100 million records worldwide, and after a seven-year break from recording and touring, a new line up drove the band’s eighth studio album From Zero into a stadium-filling spectacle with audio design, reinforcement, and global support from Sound Image. “The most important aspect of our production, regarding this artist, is the quality of their audio, and that’s why we chose our vendor,” began Joe Skarzynski, Linkin Park’s Production Manager. No stranger to this camp, or advocating for Sound Image’s service, Skarzynski has moved up through the ranks to help take the reins in the band’s…
Riedel Communications has announced that Ulrich Voigt has joined the company as Director Live Production Solutions, taking over the SimplyLive business leadership role from Luc Doneux with effect from mid-October 2025. Voigt, a broadcast industry expert with 28 years of experience with software-based live production, will focus on further integrating the SimplyLive product family into Riedel’s overall live video solutions strategy and driving additional growth across the business. “Ulrich brings extensive experience in live production and cloud business transformation, having led large, multidisciplinary teams and guided product strategy, design, and deployment of innovative broadcast and cloud-based solutions,” said Jan Eveleens,…
When Collectif La Bringue and Minuits took over Nantes’ 9,000-capacity Zenith Arena for Calling For Rave, they made history. This was the first time the venue, a cornerstone of France’s touring circuit, had hosted an all-night techno event. To achieve the sonic engagement they aspired to, the team turned to long-time collaborator Combeuil Audio and its sizeable inventory of Funktion-One sound systems. “Zenith Nantes is a major institution for entertainment production,” said Esteban Haie of Collectif La Bringue and 99dB. “Our goal was to deconstruct the venue’s image and create a true rave experience in a concert hall environment. Funktion-One…
Obsidian Control Systems has announced the release of NETRON V3, the third major update to its acclaimed NETRON data distribution platform for entertainment. NETRON V3 represents a significant evolution, delivering enhanced protocols, improved stability, and powerful new management tools that simplify deployment and ensure flawless performance across concerts, live events, film, and permanent installations. “With NETRON V3, we’re providing lighting professionals with a future-proof ecosystem that streamlines setup, enhances performance, and adapts to every application,” said Koy Neminathan, Business Development Director at Obsidian Control Systems. “With V3, we’ve taken a major step forward by unifying every device under one consistent…
Celestion has introduced the CDX14-3035, 1.4in exit, ferrite magnet, single piece titanium diaphragm HF compression driver. This new driver is an upgraded version of the legacy CDX14-3030 model and offers increased power handling capability of 120W nominal (measured to AES standard) / 240W continuous and enhanced sensitivity of 108dB. The compression driver also offers a lower minimum crossover point of 800Hz (12 dB/oct) to increase application flexibility versus the earlier model. In addition, the CDX14-3035 provides the same, exceptional HF performance as the CDX14-3045neodymium HF compression driver but is designed for applications such as cabinets for larger fixed installations and…
Prolight has announced that Chris Buj has joined the team as our new Business Relationship Manager, covering the Midlands and East Anglia regions. Bringing extensive experience across the lighting and audio industry, Buj has worked in retail, installation, distribution, and product support, giving him a good understanding of both technical know-how and customer needs. Buj is known for his ability to build strong, lasting relationships, making him a perfect fit for Prolight’s commitment to exceptional customer service. In his new role, he will be connecting with familiar faces and introducing himself to new customers across the Midlands and East Anglia,…
