X-Laser has launched its new website, xlaser.com, marking a major milestone in the brand’s evolution as part of Elation and reinforcing its commitment to a clearer, more intuitive experience for those exploring lasers. Completed in just under three months and launched in time for LDI 2025, the new platform is cleaner, smoother, and better aligned with how users research and purchase laser systems today. “We’re really pleased with how our team came together and delivered this on a firm deadline,” said Eric Loader, Global Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Elation. “The new site strengthens the X-Laser brand and…
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d&b audiotechnik has launched four new Milan-enabled products. The developments underline the company’s long-standing commitment to open standards, reliability, and seamless integration. The new lineup includes the DS22 Audio Network Bridge, the DS1 USB Milan Interface, the 5DM Milan amplifier, and the DN2 AVB switch – powerful tools that enable users to build scalable, robust, and future-ready audio systems. At the core of these products lies Milan-AVB, the open network standard that delivers deterministic performance, low latency and device interoperability. By eliminating the need for proprietary conversions and enabling true plug-and-play connectivity, Milan-AVB gives audio professionals the clarity and confidence…
Christie has announced the launch of Korus Series, a new range of 1DLP laser projectors that offer 4K UHD+ resolution and value in a versatile and compact package. The new series will be on display at ISE 2026, powering a dynamic projection mapping display in Hall 3, on stand 3K500. With four models, including two TAA-compliant projectors, the new series features brightness up to 14,250 lumens. Powered by advanced 0.8” HEP DMD technology, these projectors unite stunning 4K UHD+ clarity, colour, and 1,500:1 native and 25,000:1 dynamic contrast with exceptional lumen-to-watt efficiency in a compact design. At just 38 lbs…
Analog Way has announced the appointment of Jeff Singer as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). In this worldwide role, Singer will lead Analog Way’s global marketing strategy with a strong focus on go-to-market execution, sales enablement, and ownership of the company’s product roadmap and product definition. Drawing on his extensive experience in technical product marketing and a customer-centric approach, he will also contribute to elevating the user experience across all customer touchpoints, ensuring consistent value throughout the customer journey. “After three years of strong growth, we are entering a new phase focused on expanding our portfolio, strengthening our solutions, and creating…
Robe has announced a comprehensive suite of software updates for its RoboSpot remote follow spot system. Building on the momentum of recent technical milestones such as the integration of sACN and RDM Net support, combining the recent v7.4 “New Year, New Features” release with the previous v7.3 “Operator’s Picks” update, these software enhancements directly address feedback from lighting designers and operators worldwide, delivering unprecedented precision, customisation, and workflow efficiency. These updates reinforce Robe’s commitment to continuous platform development, ensuring RoboSpot remains the industry’s endgame for remote follow spotting. New features include: • sACN and RDM Net support: Productions can now…
Eliminator Lighting is set to make an impact at The NAMM Show 2026, unveiling five new lighting products designed for DJs, clubs, stages, venues, and event production professionals. The Mega Par Z Wash is a powerful and versatile LED wash fixture offering motorised zoom at a low price point. Featuring 19 15W RGBW colour-mixing LEDs and a zoom range of 10°–60°, it delivers everything from a tight beam to a wide wash. A variety of control modes allows this flexible fixture to adapt easily to simple or advanced lighting setups. Designed for all types of stage and entertainment venue, it…
tvONE and Green Hippo will present a unified vision for complete, end-to-end pixel control at this year’s Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show on stand 5D300. At ISE, tvONE and Green Hippo will showcase comprehensive and integrated control of the entire pixel stack, from playback and switching through to processing, pixel mapping, and control. Central to this presence is the shared “Command Every Pixel” message, which reinforces the belief that every pixel should live within a single ecosystem, controlled your way, without fragmented workflows or disconnected technologies. Attendees will be among the first to experience new CALICO PRO DMX Control, enabling…
Belgian artist platform Tourmanagement.com has acquired Beatswitch, bringing software for festivals and artists under one roof. The deal covers the Beatswitch platform and its customer base. Financial terms were not disclosed. For existing Beatswitch customers, there is no immediate change: operations and support will continue. Beatswitch is a Belgium-based platform used by festivals and event organisers worldwide to streamline artist advancing: the practical coordination between events and artist teams, including set times, transport, accommodation, hospitality and technical requirements. The platform is used by festivals like Pukkelpop (Belgium), Shambhala (Canada), Sziget (Hungary) and Pitch Music & Arts (Australia). Tourmanagement.com supports that…
Cinderella, Cabaret, and Tootsie recently lit up the stages of Madrid and Barcelona in a spectacular display of musical theatre. The task of designing the audio systems for each show across three separate venues was given to Poti Martin, of Poti Martin Sound Design (PMSD), who implemented KV2 Audio solutions to bring all three musicals to life. With over thirty years of sound design and engineering expertise specialising in musical theatre, Martin’s credits range from We Will Rock You and School of Rock to Anastasia or Kinky Boots. “Having worked in this industry many years, certain brands have left their…
EM Acoustics will introduce two new products to its portfolio at this year’s ISE Show: the CS15 and CS18 cardioid subwoofers. These new additions were inspired by direct requests from professionals for specific products that meet the demands of today’s live event, installation and theatre markets. “The CS subwoofers are the result of a huge amount of cumulative research and engineering, and their conception speaks to our DNA as an operation, particularly with regards to crossover design” confirmed Mike Wheeler, Operations Director at EM Acoustics. “Critically, each CS subwoofer only requires a single amplifier channel. This in itself is not…
HK Audio is giving visitors to The NAMM Show 2026 the opportunity to experience the quality and power of its loudspeakers for themselves in its dedicated demo room. The HK Audio demo room has been created in partnership with US distributor KMC Music and is located in ACC North level 2 #18812 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Demos will run regularly every day from January 22-24. HK Audio has had a presence at The NAMM Show for many years, but it has not had a demo space where it could show the true capabilities of its solutions. The 2026 event…
The creatives at CHAUVET Professional and ChamSys have built their ISE booth (6L500) around a celestial theme. Dominating the space over their David Howard-designed exhibit is a continuously changing series of planetary images, dynamically rendered in colourful light with dramatic dark spaces. In addition to demonstrating the performance features of CHAUVET Professional fixtures and the programming/control capabilities of ChamSys products, its ISE exhibit’s theme celebrates their commitment to exploring new ways to bring greater flexibility and creative possibilities to the design process. This commitment is reflected in the impressive collection of new CHAUVET Professional products that will be displayed at…
Wisycom debuts its new MPR60 Wideband IEM Receiver. Designed to redefine the standard for professional in-ear monitoring, it combines RF performance, audio quality and user protection features, setting a new benchmark for reliability and flexibility in demanding production environments. The new MPR60 will be available for demonstrations at both NAMM 2026 (Booth 16103) and ISE 2026 (Stand 7P800). “With the MPR60, you hold the most professional in-ear monitoring tool in your hands,” said Gerrit Buhe, CTO of Wisycom. “We provide one receiver for the entire range of frequencies assigned around the world, with superior RF robustness and frequency efficiency —…
A major UK crowd safety conference will open this March with a defining keynote panel, uniting three parents who have each turned personal tragedy into international leadership on safer crowds and public spaces. The flagship conference of the United Kingdom Crowd Management Association (UKCMA) takes place in Middlesbrough on Tuesday, 3 March and Wednesday, 4 March 2026. UKCMA will welcome three parents who lost children at live events, placing lived experience at the centre of the debate on crowd safety and public protection. This is a rare moment, where the industry hears the impact on families when things go wrong…
Pliant Technologies has announced the expansion of its sales organisation with the appointment of Adam Grede as the company’s new Regional Sales Manager. In this role, Grede will support all sales efforts for Pliant products to serve customers on the West Coast as well as across North America. Based in Southern California, Grede will join a geographically diverse but tightly integrated sales team, working closely with Regional Sales Manager Matthew Lott based in the New York metro area, and Sales Administrator Kathy Belcher, who operates from Pliant’s headquarters in Auburn, Alabama. Together, the team will work as a unified group…
As Matrox Video marks its 50th year of innovation, the company will use ISE 2026 to showcase the latest advancements across its AV-over-IP ecosystem, highlighting new capabilities designed to improve flexibility, operational efficiency, and real-time control in ProAV environments. At booth 5E390, Matrox Video will demonstrate a range of technologies, including video wall appliances, IP KVM extenders, IP video gateways, graphics and capture cards, and encoders and decoders, working together within a live, interoperable ecosystem. Central to these demonstrations is the latest evolution of Matrox Mura DVW, an IP-based 4K distributed video wall appliance. New Mura DVW 1.02 and 1.03…
WILD is an immersive drone light show produced by Celestial that transforms the night sky into a living celebration of the animal kingdom. Herds charge, birds take flight, and great beasts emerge in dazzling patterns of light, all accompanied by a cinematic soundtrack to enhance the excitement levels. Recently the show came to Bristol’s Seat Unique Stadium, with local AV technology, production, and rental specialists Enlightened called in to provide light and sound for the event. “This is our third season working with Celestial, supplying power, lighting, and effects, but this is the first time we’ve handled sound,” commented System Designer…
d&b audiotechnik unveiled the U-Series, a paradigm shift in compact multipurpose point source loudspeakers that redefines versatility and performance for the product category. With three models available in both networked and passive variants, a new acoustical design concept delivers outstanding directivity control and efficiency, giving users consistent results across applications and the confidence to choose exactly the right technical solution for each specific project. The U-Series’ modern, application-neutral design integrates into both mobile and installed setups. Its discreet industrial look, without visible handles or rigging points, blends into any installation project, respecting architectural or aesthetic constraints. For mobile applications, its…
