Ayrton, which has recently undergone an expansion of its headquarters in Villebon-Sur-Yvette, south of Paris, showcased its brand-new showroom and immersive museum with a series of events in November. Over a two-week period, four grand gatherings saw over 450 international guests, distributors, partners and lighting designers gather to immerse themselves in designs, lighting solutions, and a world of creativity to inspire their next projects. The new 1200m2 x 8.5m high wide-format demonstration room, complete with theatre seating, provided the ideal forum to discover all of Ayrton’s products, while the immersive museum showcases the luminaires that have made Ayrton’s history. On…
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Hive will debut at Live Design International 2024, December 8-10 in Las Vegas. LDI 2024 will serve as the stage for Hive’s latest innovation, Nucleus, a compact, rack-mountable 1U media player designed to redefine affordability and scalability in live events and fixed installations. Hive will exhibit alongside its exclusive distributor, Show Sage, at booth 2123, where attendees can experience live product demonstrations and explore the innovative Hive ecosystem. The Nucleus media player combines functionality with a sleek, portable design, featuring a 1U rack-mountable chassis with dual SDM sockets that support all of Hive’s Beeblade computing modules, including Minima, Osmia and…
Yamaha has launched Audioversity Online, a comprehensive training platform for the professional audio market, which allows users to engage with Audioversity courses at their own pace, location and time. Yamaha has developed and delivered practical training programs across a broad range of applications for over 30 years. In 2018, the programs were consolidated under the Audioversity banner, since when the company has delivered training to over 100,000 people in more than 50 countries. A key aim of Audioversity training is to be more accessible, reaching more people in more locations. To achieve this, content includes webinars and self-training so people…
Adamson Systems Engineering has launched Lake Library V6.0, delivering improvements designed to elevate system performance and simplify user workflow. This latest release introduces unified phase matching across products, ensuring seamless integration and compatibility, alongside a range of other significant updates. Key highlights include enhanced linear phase presets, new linear phase presets for all passive S-Series and IS-Series point sources, IS7c Presets and revised limiter in all NH4 high-frequency presets for better performance “By utilising the new Lake XP modules, we unlocked a vast array of features. With this update, we’re proud to deliver the results of years of research. I’m…
Arbane Groupe will exhibit at the JTSE trade fair in Paris. The French audio manufacturer will unveil its new line array, specifically designed for large shows and events, alongside a new APG subwoofer and a design method technology. APG, a brand of Arbane Groupe, invented the modular line array and will showcase the JTSE attendees the new UNILINE MAX line array system, an audio system dedicated to large-scale events and concerts. The system features the UM210 2×10” line array speaker and the UM121 1×21” subwoofer. The French audio manufacturer has also contributed to the development of a new method for…
tvONE has announced the appointment of Jon Hubery as EU Sales Leader. With over two decades of experience in the Pro AV industry, Hubery brings a wealth of knowledge to the areas of audio-visual integration, distribution, and manufacturing. Hubery has been with tvONE in various capacities over the years, most recently serving as Regional Sales Manager for Scandinavia, the Middle East, and India. He has also held key sales roles including AV Sales Manager for Holdan, Sales Executive at Bullet Point Presentations, and Education Sales Manager at Saville Audio Visual. “My passion for delivering customer satisfaction has been key to…
Following the success of the recent ‘Be Seen, Be Heard’ event in London, the Be Seen, Be Heard community is now bringing the conversation to USA trade show, LDI. Organised by frame:work, Production Futures, and Disguise, the hugely positive London event was hosted at Bluman Associates, London. The Be Seen, Be Heard manifesto was conceived at the gathering. A progressive living document and a call to action that outlines steps for creating an industry workforce that fully reflects and represents the full diversity of society. The upcoming event at the LDI tradeshow will be held on 10 December, mid-day, in…
For 18 years, FOH engineer Daryl Johnson has been behind the board, crafting Neal McCoy’s live sound for countless performances. With years of experience mixing on different consoles, Johnson recently transitioned to the Allen & Heath Avantis. Johnson recalls his first experience listening to the Avantis: “We were just like- ‘Oh my goodness’ It sounded so clean. Just straight out-of-the-box with no EQ. Nothing done.” Johnson, who mixes on an Avantis Solo at FOH, appreciated the small footprint without sacrificing features. He manages the 41 channels in McCoy’s show with the six fully customisable layers available on the console, assigning…
Unusual Rigging has announced its participation at this year’s JTSE show in Paris. Visitors to Stand 092 119 in Dock Pullman, will have the opportunity to meet with the team and explore how Unusual’s solutions for rigging. Unusual’s attendance at the show comes as the company marked its recent 40th anniversary and the successful opening of its new branch in Paris earlier this year. The expansion, initially as a means of preparing for the PARIS 2024 Games, is also a strategic move to address the increasing challenges of working in the region post-Brexit “The Paris branch was opened to overcome…
Brompton Technology is set to showcase its latest Tessera solutions at LDI 2024. Brompton will highlight its powerful HDR content capabilities, new features in Tessera v3.5 software such as Extended Bit Depth and Dark Time Insertion, and its TrueLight technology. The Brompton booth will allow visitors to experience Brompton’s latest advancements through a dedicated Broadcast and Live Events demo area, where comparisons between HDR and SDR content, HDR content with and without Extended Bit Depth, and features like Dark Magic, Puretone and Dark Time Insertion will be on display. Those seeking a look into the potential of TrueLight can experience…
INFiLED has announced the expansion of its UK and Ireland team with the appointment of a new vice president of sales, Nick Shaw, and a sales manager Lee Holland. With over 20 years of AV industry experience, Shaw, the newly appointed vice president of sales, brings a wealth of knowledge with his previously held senior roles in sales, business development and operational delivery at companies including Roe Visual, Samsung, NEC and Prysm. “I was immediately attracted to INFiLED because of its business ethos, and the camaraderie I experienced throughout the interview process. It made the decision to run the UK…
Hayden Borgars deployed the Chiaroscuro style of art to reflect the complex, and sometimes raw, conflicted sound of The Ghost Inside on the six-nation European leg of the California band’s current Searching For Solace tour. “Having used a Chiaroscuro lighting style with other bands in the past to add a theatrical feel to the lighting, I wanted to explore using this method with The Ghost Inside, since they’re a metalcore band whose style of music doesn’t typically present that opportunity,” said Borgars. “Doing this is allowing me to highlight the musicians at opportune moments within the set such as the…
Integrity Lighting has invested in Ayrton Cobra2 laser source luminaires for its production and rental inventory. ACT Entertainment is the exclusive distributor of Ayrton Lighting in North America. “The Cobras are our first Ayrton fixtures and they won’t be our last,” said Lead Lighting Designer Joshua K. Hall. “When ACT demoed several Ayrton fixtures, we were so impressed by the Cobras that we couldn’t not buy them. Their versatility as a searchlight and a great hybrid light on stage is great for us.” Lighting Designer and Marketing Director Carter Nance noted that the fixture’s “CMY mixing system gives a lot…
Powersoft has announced the appointment of Joel Majgier as its new consultants and key accounts manager in the US. “I’ve spent over two decades in professional AV, and I see huge potential for growth with Powersoft,” said Majgier. who was named by Commercial Integrator as one of its 40 Influencers Under 40 in 2015. “The reputation of the brand is exceptional, and the people within the company are committed to delivering best-in-class service to both our dealer base and the venues we work with. That level of dedication is something I’m excited to be a part of.” “The praise from…
MILOS (part of Area Four Industries) has introduced the ‘Invisible Roof’. The structure was constructed in the beautiful city of Bergen, Norway, on the southwestern coast surrounded by mountains and fjords. The Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2015 and on the 22 and 23 August 2024, the orchestra hosted two outdoor concerts. Partnering with Creative Technology Norway, Area Four Industries designed and installed a venue featuring an arched roof constructed from keder profiles and transparent canopies. This design allowed the orchestra to perform under the open sky while being fully protected from the elements, ensuring the show…
Martin Audio is making strides in reducing its environmental footprint through the use of recycled materials, particularly post-consumer recycled plastics. This commitment is a critical part of their overall sustainability strategy, aimed at integrating recycled materials into their manufacturing processes and contributing to a circular economy. Martin Audio’s approach involves using detailed data to make informed decisions about sourcing recycled materials. This ensures that the use of recycled plastics does not compromise the quality or performance of their products. “The focus is on extending the lifecycle of materials and products, thus minimising their environmental impact from the outset,” confirmed Marketing…
Vizrt has announced Rohit Nagarajan as its new CEO, marking the next phase of the company’s global growth. Nagarajan joins Vizrt with over two decades of experience in the technology industry. He has held roles across multiple geographies at SAP, SoftwareONE, and Salesforce. Nagarajan’s focus will be on scaling Vizrt’s international growth, and enhancing its offering for customers, partners and users. “For over 25 years, Vizrt has been at the heart of media innovation, building strong relationships with incredible clients worldwide. Just this past Tuesday, Vizrt technology was central to how hundreds of media companies covered the U.S. election, showcasing…
4Wall Entertainment have invested in FLX S Series consoles by Vari-Lite and a Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) entertainment lighting brand. The Vari-Lite FLX S Series of consoles combine controls and features in a form factor for smaller applications. “We are using the Vari-Lite FLX S Series consoles on rentals and events where budget and space are a consideration, but feature set is still important,” said Steven Way, General Manager, at 4Wall Boston. “This console fills the need well for controlling conventional/LED fixtures and a few moving lights. We found the FLX S Series to be a straightforward, small form factor console…
