Adamson Systems Engineering has announced the launch of the MG10, a dual 10″ stage monitor loudspeaker designed to deliver performance and flexibility for professional audio applications. The MG10 is crafted to deliver sound clarity across a frequency range of 60 Hz to 20 kHz, making it a choice for any type of live performance. Capable of producing a maximum SPL of 139 dB, the MG10 ensures powerful sound reproduction in any environment. Central to the MG10’s performance is its integrated 2-channel Class-D amplifier, which delivers a 2400 W total output. This technology is paired with Adamson’s proprietary onboard processing, ensuring…
Author: Alicia Pollitt
Music Venue Trust (MVT), which represents hundreds of UK grassroots music venues (GMVs) has launched its 2024 Annual Report, which once again raises concerns about the ongoing challenges facing the sector. Despite highlighting positive activity such as MVT celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2024, the continued success of Music Venue Properties (MVP), which has now secured freehold ownership of five GMVs, and the publication of a Culture, Media and Sport (CMS) report that made strong recommendations to support grassroots music, it is clear that significant work is still needed to prevent a continued decline of the sector. A survey of the…
Rise has announced the launch of Rise AV. Rise AV will build on the success of Rise Women in Broadcast (WIB), which was established in 2017 in the broadcast and media industry. With over 3,000 members worldwide, Rise has supported many women, advocates and companies in technical, engineering, operations, marketing, sales and executive roles through its programmes. The mission of Rise AV is to create an inclusive AV industry where gender diversity thrives, inspiring innovation, equity, and opportunity for all. It will focus on attracting and retaining talent, education and awareness, mentorship and partnerships. In May 2025, Rise AV will…
After 21 years working with Czech lighting and LED manufacturer Robe, outgoing Global Sales Director Ingo Dombrowski will step away from the business and retire from active duties at the end of 2025. Dombrowski joined Robe in 2004 initially as Business Development Manager, then became a Key Account Manager for Europe helping to manage a period of growth for the company. “It’s been an absolutely incredible journey,” Dombrowski stated, “and I am very proud to have played a part in Robe’s incredible ascendency”. After the end of 2025, Dombrowski will be re-defining his work-life balance and focusing on sailing, cycling,…
At this year’s NAMM Show, Fourier Audio’s transform.engine becomes more full-featured, not just with the recent launch of v1.2 software offering Cuelists, but with the news that the transform.engine now offers a companion software bundle, known as the transform.suite ’25, which brings together more than 70 plugins from the world’s top studio processing developers. Sold on an annual license, the inaugural transform.suite ’25 includes a curated selection of the very best plugins for live productions from 10 revered partners, including: Baby Audio, Eventide, Harrison, oeksound, Plugin Alliance, Slate Digital, Solid State Logic, sonible, tc electronic and Universal Audio. Upon purchase…
Vari-Lite is providing lighting designers, programmers, technicians and students with a “free lighting console on your laptop” with the Neo 4.2 software update, launched in December 2024. Neo software, which can be freely downloaded and installed on a Windows PC, is now licensed for 4 Universes (2048 channels), free of charge, for 24 hours at a time with access to all features. At any point, restart Neo PC and the 24-hour counter will restart. This brings the features of professional lighting control in a free-to-use software. “There’s a magnitude of ways this will be helpful in opening new opportunities for…
Wisycom has launched the BFL2, the next generation of its wireless RF solution, designed to meet the evolving needs of audio professionals. Comprised of the BFLR2 receiver and the BFLT2 transmitter, BFL2 integrates laser technology, with two RF channels that make it easy to deploy diversity microphone antennas or expand remote IEM/IFB systems. The modules will be presented for the first time at NAMM 2025 (Booth 18106) and ISE 2025 (DPA Microphones Stand 7P600). “Built to adapt to a wide range of applications, the possibilities are limitless with the BFL2, which delivers powerful, cutting-edge RF-over-fiber technology to applications where traditional,…
Audio-Technica has announced the launch of its new ATM355VF condenser instrument microphone, created specifically for woodwind instruments. Also available in a cH wireless-compatible version as the ATM355VFcH, the new gooseneck model features Audio-Technica’s latest back-electret condenser design, with interchangeable capsules allowing users to choose between cardioid or omnidirectional and hyper-cardioid elements. The ATM355’s standard cardioid capsule delivers natural acoustic tone with frontal sensitivity and isolation, avoiding pickup of unwanted sound and feedback in live settings. The microphone’s AT8543 power module connects with a locking four-pin connector (with XLRM output) and features a switchable 80Hz low-cut filter to reduce low-frequency rumble.…
64 Audio has announced additions to the recently launched Aspire Series of Universal In-Ear Monitor (UIEM). 64 Audio will feature the Aspire line during the 2025 NAMM Show, held in Anaheim. During the show, 64 Audio will also feature active demo stations, multiple IEM giveaways, 25 percent off most IEMs (if pre-ordered at the show), free ear impressions (with pre-order), opportunities to meet the whole team, and more. “Our Aspire Series of generic fitting universal in-ear monitors has been designed with the same sonic characteristics and technology worn by the world’s greatest performers using 64 Audio custom in-ear monitors,” explained…
DAS Audio has introduced MARA, the new cardioid self-powered line array system that joins the ARA series, alongside the acclaimed LARA and SARA systems. MARA, designed for medium to large-scale events, combines a cardioid and symmetrical design with a continuous power of 4200 W RMS, achieving a MAX SPL of 148 dB. Its custom-engineered components include two 10” low-frequency drivers, two 8” midrange drivers, and two 6” drivers configured in a cardioid setup. High frequencies are managed by two M-78N compression drivers with 3” voice coils. The system also offers two horizontal coverage options, 80º and 100º. The technology behind…
The Obsidian Control Systems team are preparing for ISE 2025 in Barcelona, where lighting control experts are eager to share insights into how the ONYX platform can elevate professional lighting control across a wide range of projects. Lighting designers, programmers, and operators are increasingly discovering the benefits of the rapidly growing Obsidian lighting control brand. From February 4 to 7, they are invited to explore its latest innovations at Booth 6R700 at Fira de Barcelona. Visitors to ISE can demo Obsidian hardware and PC systems, including the NX1 and NX2, compact yet full-featured lighting consoles that have propelled the ONYX…
Mini-B Sparky Aqua, the IP66-rated fixture is making waves with its rugged design and performance, suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. Its output RGBW SMD LEDs, arranged in 10 individually controllable concentric circles, deliver colors, but also ensure even light distribution across a wide 120° flood and strobe effects. Mini-B Sparky Aqua offers fast pan and tilt movements, for swift and precise positioning of light beams. From soft colour fades to kaleidoscopic sweeps of light, its capabilities meet a range of creative needs. Mini-B Sparky Aqua boasts a compact profile that blends into any environment. Whether mounted on trusses,…
Goldrush 2024 featured lighting by Luis Torres of HiLite Designs, which wove together a blend of subtle colour combinations. Marked by vertical and horizontal geometric framing, the design was also ready and able to “go outside the box,” with aerials and colour washes. Designed to open a wide range of options to visiting LDs, Torres’ design made it easy for them to engage the crowd with audience lighting. The Arizona-based LD was also careful to create a rig that lent itself to achieving a balance between lighting and an immersive 3D video background. Torres, who designed a side stage in…
This year’s ISE is bringing several new activations to this year’s attendees, one of which is the Live Events Stage. Hosted by TPi Magazine Stew Hume along with Production Futures Hannah Eakins, the Stage will be situated in Hall 6 and looks to be a space for talks throughout the show that look to shine a light on the live events sectors. Having supported the Live Events Summit in 2024, MA Lighting is taking on the headline sponsorship for this year’s Live Events Stage. TPi spoke to Stephan Saremba, Managing Director for MA Lighting, about this year’s collaboration and what…
Elation will be showcasing at Booth 6R700 at ISE tradeshow 2025 where visitors can discover Elation’s latest advancements in professional lighting. Elation will showcase new product lines, including PARAGON, Elation’s new flagship automated lighting series and winner of the Best Debuting Product Award at the LDI show in December. Available in three high-performance models (S, M, LT), PARAGON combines multiple fixture roles in a single, adaptable design. Its precision-engineered profile lens can be interchanged with a Fresnel Wash or PC Beam lens for greater flexibility. Housing a white LED engine with fast zoom and offering an FX package, the PARAGON…
Lighting Designer Matthaus Scheuerer used Claypaky Arolla Aqua Spots for four weeks on the Kreator tour and gives the fixtures rave reviews. “I got the opportunity to see the Arolla Aqua Spot in action and to test its strengths extensively, and the experience showed me why the fixture is so highly valued and considered by many colleagues to be one of the best options in its class,” said Scheuerer. “The Arolla Aqua Spot proved to be extremely robust and durable. During the entire four weeks of use, there were no failures whatsoever, a clear testament to the high quality of…
Yamaha has announced the addition of user-requested features to its DM3 series digital mixing consoles, as well as third-generation Rio3224-D3 and Rio1608-D3 input/output racks, at the 2025 NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA. Version 3.0 is a firmware update for the compact DM3 series, which adds an eight channel auto mixer. Ideal for multi-participant speech and broadcast events, the auto mixer is very easy to set up, automatically optimising microphone gain distribution. Reducing background noise and feedback, it means operators do not need to ride multiple faders, reducing margin for error in speech-based applications. The new firmware also increases the flexibility…
MEGA-LITE hosted three training sessions across Mexico City for an opportunity to explore our three MEGA-LITE control softwares: Enlighten, Lumen8 and Disco. These sessions were led by control specialist, Jesse Gutierrez, and covered key topics in lighting control, such as patching, creating groups, recording scenes, and using the AI assistant to generate complete projects. The training sessions took place on the following dates: Wednesday 15 January 2025 – Training with the Audio Acústica y Electrónica staff at their Demo Room. Thursday 16 January 2025 – Mega Console public training at the Audio Acústica Demo Room. Friday 17 January 2024 -…
