Obsidian Control Systems has announced the launch of its newly redesigned website. The refreshed site features an uncluttered layout and more responsive design with improved navigation and enhanced functionality. The result is a site that simplifies access to essential information while delivering a more intuitive and engaging experience for the growing community of Obsidian users worldwide. “Our new website not only presents product information in a more visual way but also makes it easier for visitors to explore the Obsidian ecosystem and understand how ONYX and NETRON provide a powerful backbone for any project, venue, or event,” said Koy Neminathan,…
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Connect Live has announced its evolution to Vyra, marking an exciting new chapter while honouring two decades of expertise in live events. During its tenure, the agency has built trusted partnerships with globally renowned brands including Lotus Cars, MG Motors, Bentley Motors, BYD, Aston Martin, Zenvo, and Pirelli. This evolution reflects an ongoing commitment to building on a strong foundation and providing cutting edge, live events expertise. With repeat collaborations across automotive, culture, and lifestyle sectors, the agency is proud to partner with pioneers who share its vision for creativity and innovation. Joe Duffield, Managing Director of Vyra, commented: “The…
The Purple Guide welcomed visitors to the Showman’s Show meetings tent for a morning of interactive discussions about developments to the outdoor events industry’s cornerstone guidance publication, 23rd October, 2025. The Purple Guide is curated by the Event Industry Forum (EIF), whose Chair, Steve Heap, introduced proceedings. He explained: “Having grown from12 to 45 chapters since it was taken over by EIF from the HSE, the Purple Guide is undergoing a reformat and design update to make it a more consistent, user-friendly for subscribers to use.” “This year, we launched The Purple Guide Lite, which gives condensed guidance with an…
Since 1979, English Touring Opera (ETO) has championed artistic excellence and accessibility, bringing live opera and transformative community projects to more towns and cities than any other UK opera company. With a mission to make opera available to all, ETO engages over 40,000 people annually through full-scale productions, bespoke operas for young audiences and those with special educational needs, dementia-friendly workshops, and songwriting initiatives that support youth mental health. For its 2025 season, ETO presents The Elixir of Love and The Rape of Lucretia in repertory, touring a diverse range of venues across the UK. Supporting this ambitious tour is…
Ayrton has announced the appointment of Nash Ingenieria as its new exclusive distribution partner for Argentina, with immediate effect. This is the first time Ayrton will be actively represented in Argentina. Nash Ingenieria will be responsible for distributing the entire Ayrton range of LED and laser-sourced lighting fixtures across the country. Established in 2005 but with a legacy stretching back to 1993, Nash Ingenieria specialises in professional lighting, stage consultancy, system design, installation, and programming, and stage machinery projects, and is currently involved in the most significant projects in the Argentine entertainment industry. “We are proud to be able to…
The Billboard Latin Music Awards, celebrated at the James L. Knight Center in Miami on 23 October 2025, was a showcase of extraordinary talent, remarkable moments, and innovative new technology. Broadcast mixer Anthony Portillo and Music Mixer Carlos Alvarez, alongside FOH engineer Raul Gonzalez, house production mixer Raphael Alkins, and monitors engineer Joe Lizano, ensured every note and beat was captured with unparalleled precision. For the first time, two of the new Shure DCA901 microphones were stars of the show, providing exceptional audience capture. Positioned strategically in the venue, the DCA901’s eight lobes served as the centerpiece of the event’s…
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…
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.…
