AV LIGHT, the exclusive distributor of German Lights Products (GLP) in Poland, announced the delivery of the first GLP JDC2 fixtures to TRANSCOLOR. TRANSCOLOR has become the first company in Poland to order cutting-edge GLP JDC2 fixtures. Jan Bakiewicz, Chief Sales Officer at AV LIGHT, played a pivotal role in introducing the GLP JDC2 fixtures to the Polish market. Working closely with Stefan Wagner from GLP, Bakiewicz spearheaded efforts to showcase the capabilities of the JDC2 to clients in Poland, highlighting its innovative features and superior performance. “We are thrilled to partner with TRANSCOLOR to bring the GLP JDC2 fixtures…
Author: Alicia Pollitt
Lighting Designer James Scott deployed 60 new Martin MAC One fixtures on the UK/EU leg of the Reneé Rapp “Snow Hard Feelings” tour. The fixtures were supplied by Siyan, purchased for their rental inventory from Martin UK distributor Sound Technology. “The MAC One was offered to me by Tom Grant at Siyan,” Scott explained. “We were in discussions about the best choice of fixture for what I wanted to achieve on the tour and he suggested this new kid on the block. Bright, compact and fast. He had my attention.” The LD’s first involvement with Reneé Rapp was at the…
GLS Lighting has been awarded the ESG Mark, an industry benchmark for companies committed to a sustainable future. Over the past 20 years, GLS has progressively introduced initiatives synonymous with the ESG Mark principles. Through the rigorous assessment process, GLS Lighting demonstrated a high level of performance against Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles and an ongoing commitment to positive change. GLS Lighting has joined over 14,000 businesses in the UK by becoming an accredited Real Living Wage employer. The company aims to guarantee that staff are paid a wage rate that meets the cost of living. GLS founder and…
CODA Audio announce the appointment of Robin Dibble to the post of Global Sales Support Manager. Working proactively with CODA’s partner network, Dibble brings vast experience and wide-ranging audio expertise from a career which has spanned everything from system design, installation and commissioning, to user and supervisor training, technical presentations and freelance front-of-house engineering. Dibble is the ideal man for the job according to CODA Audio International Director of Sales and Marketing, David Webster: “We are very excited to have a person of Robin’s calibre on-board. His extensive knowledge and international experience will ensure our clients receive the best possible…
Sphere Entertainment announced that it has acquired all of the remaining shares it did not previously own of HOLOPLOT (“HOLOPLOT”). Sphere Entertainment made its first investment into HOLOPLOT in 2018 when the two companies partnered to develop Sphere Immersive Sound, powered by HOLOPLOT. In a joint statement on behalf of Sphere Entertainment, David Dibble, CEO, MSG Ventures and Paul Westbury, EVP, Development and Construction, said: “HOLOPLOT is at the forefront of audio innovation, and their custom-designed technology has already transformed what is possible for concert-grade sound. This acquisition reflects our Company’s commitment to staying on the cutting-edge of immersive experiences…
AV Stumpfl has announced its expansion into the Philippine market through a strategic partnership with SolidWater. The partnership with SolidWater, a subsidiary of the Symunity Group, will see the distribution of AV Stumpfl’s flagship media server platform, PIXERA, throughout the Philippines. In the future, Tokyo-based Symunity Group intends to work even closer with AV Stumpfl’s existing PIXERA distribution partner in south-east Asia. Stephen Ho, SolidWater Inc.’s representative in the Philippines, welcomed the new partnership: “We are excited to bring AV Stumpfl’s cutting-edge technology to our customers in the Philippines. The combination of PIXERA’s advanced features and our local expertise will…
Paaspop is a three-day festival that takes place in Schijndel on Easter weekend each year, but the build-up starts much earlier. Each stage at the festival not only has to be built from scratch, but also equipped with sound and lighting equipment worthy of some of the biggest national and international acts. Stagelight has been providing Paaspop with lighting equipment for a long time and 2024 was no exception. In total, Project Manager Hermen Klerks selected a 1,310 light fixtures from Infinity and Showtec for the event, lighting up stages and decorations all over the event area. Among this were…
Lightware Visual Engineering will showcase a range of solutions in USB and USB-C signal management, and its latest developments for the corporate, education and live event sectors during this year’s InfoComm, taking place in Las Vegas on 12 – 14 June 2024. Throughout the event, visitors to the Lightware booth (C8056) can see its newest technologies in action, including the latest editions of the Taurus product family. After inventing USB host switching in 2020 with the Taurus UCX and introducing USB extension three years later with the Taurus TPX, we are upping the ante again with the Taurus TPN, expanding…
The first time Stairway Productions’ Menno Smit heard a full-bore Martin Audio concert system was at Grace Jones’ Lowlands Festival appearance in Holland, back in 2009. “I was just blown away by this wall of sound. In fact I was so impressed by the throw of the Wavefront [W8L] Longbow speakers that I decided to pursue a career in live audio,” he said. Parallel to his academic work he had also set up Stairway Productions as far back as 2007 to service small gigs from his base in Delft, located between Rotterdam and the Hague. But 2014 was the year…
Music Venue Trust welcomed the Culture Media and Sport Select Committee’s Report into the challenges facing Grassroots Music Venues. They thanked the Committee MPs and the CMS team for their work in understanding and considering these challenges, and the clear recommendations they have created to address them. The recommendations provide a clear pathway forward to a positive future for the UK’s Grassroots Music Venues, a set of actions that are deliverable, affordable, and will have a positive impact on live music in communities right across the country. The MVT look forward to working with the music industry and with the…
Penn Elcom celebrated 50 years of being an innovative production and entertainment industry engineering specialist. Founded in 1974 by Roger Willems the company has expanded and diversified over the five decades and is now producing and supplying an array of vital entertainment industry related infrastructural elements, which are fabricated from bases in the UK, USA, Germany and China in a co-ordinated operation involving over 600 full-time employees. “So many fantastic people have contributed to making Penn Elcom what it is today! Their collective personalities, foresight and diligence have helped shape the strong brand identity that sees us achieve this landmark…
Rock The Country featured an impressive collection of contemporary and classic country stars like Jason Aldean, Kid Rock, Koe Wetzel, Hank Williams Jr., Uncle Kracker, and Travis Tritt. Supporting their music were bold, fast-moving light and video shows, by visiting LDs and Nicholas Valdez, who lit the opening acts. Production Manager and Designer, Mason Felps and his team of Crew Chief, Matt Stigile, Claude Thomas, and Miles Shelton, ensured that every LD would be able to create a show that immersed the crowd. The rig offered a range of powerful and flexible tools including 52 Color STRIKE M motorised strobe-washes…
JLGroup has revealed an investment by JLL USA into Vital Show Solutions (VSS), a move set to bolster both companies’ growth trajectories. JLL USA LLC is investing over $1m into VSS, affirming its commitment to ensuring expansive equipment upgrades and continued team development. JLL USA Team will operate out of VSS’s shop located in Carrollton, Dallas, Texas. This investment strengthens the collaboration between VSS’s 19-member team and JLL USA, enabling JLL USA to tap into the expertise of VSS’s entire team, including the Head of Video, Head of Sound, Project Managers, and enhanced transport capabilities. This positions both companies to…
Adamson neared completion of its new electronics production facility. Its all-new Fuji high speed PCB assembly line can place 188,000 components per hour, with extreme repeatable accuracy, backed by three levels of Automated Optical Inspection. The 1,525 sqm (16,500 sq ft) footprint has in-floor heating, leading-edge lighting and air handling. This investment is crucial in expanding its production capacity to meet the demand for the new VGt flagship-powered loudspeakers. Fuji production equipment is the essence of Industry 4.0, with complete connectivity from design and prototype, through New Product Introduction (NPI) and following with complete integration into ERP. Having transformed from…
Working with Lighting Designer Roger Gant, Montreal-based visual design company Lüz studio oversaw the lighting design, creative design and video content for Billy Strings’ ongoing US tour and festival dates, which feature Ayrton fixtures, grandMA3 consoles and MDG theONE atmospheric generators provided by Bandit Lites in Nashville. ACT Entertainment exclusively distributes all three product brands in North America. “We have worked with the Lüz studio team before, and they always have fresh ideas and designs,” said Jake Tickle, Vice President of Business and Innovation at Bandit Lites, the tour’s full-service lighting and control vendor. “With Roger Gant’s input, this show…
Roman singer-songwriter Gazzelle embarked on the Inside X always tour, with a total of 12 dates throughout Italy. For the lighting design, Lighting Designer Andrea Arlotti chose the Ayrton Rivale Profile, the most versatile fixture in the Ayrton range, equipped with continuous rotation of the pan and tilt movement. “I chose Ayrton because it is top of the range equipment, and supplied by Mister X,” he said. “I positioned the Rivale Profile in the hanging trusses and use them mainly for effect lighting during the songs. They have high definition and excellent beam brightness. The concept echoes that of Rome’s…
22live has completed its d&b SL-Series offering by adding GSL to its hire inventory. 22live was appointed as a d&b audiotechnik rental partner in early 2023 after making initial investments into XSL and KSL line array packages. The company achieved great successes in 2023 with these d&bsystems being deployed to tours; Tori Amos Ocean to Ocean, Madness C’est La Vie, and events such as Lionel Richie & George Ezra at Chepstow Racecourse. In 2024 the drive for large scale touring utilising d&b has continued with the Pendulum arena tour, and now with d&b GSL in stock, 22live is well positioned…
PSCo has added Epson’s smallest and lightest 4K 20,000 lumens projector to its rental fleet. The EB-PQ2220B projector is described is packed with Epson’s patented technologies while using the same 4K quality interchangeable range of lenses as the existing EB-PU series. The lightweight, compact high-lumens projector offers easy installation and set-up, simplified maintenance, and stunning image quality that is ideal for use in large auditoriums, live events, concerts, and conference rooms. Furthermore, its small size and weight means a reduction in waste from packaging and lower costs for transport, storage, and installation. “The PQ series builds on Epson’s already highly…
