Launching at High End 2024, Remora PRO is reportedly the world’s first head-worn computing platform specifically for audio, bringing personalised audio experiences via downloadable plugins to professional users of over-ear headphones and headsets using Sonical’s Headphone 3 platform. In addition to supporting Bluetooth, Remora PRO also incorporates UWB (Ultra Wideband) technology to create a UWB transmitter and receiver which is fully compatible with all existing headphones and headsets. The wireless platform can also be used with speakers and microphones. Interest in UWB is growing within the audio sector as it can offer the data rates required for uncompressed Linear PCM…
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Clear-Com has announced its participation at InfoComm 2024 – the largest professional audiovisual trade show in North America. Clear-Com will be located at Booth #C5515. At InfoComm 2024, Clear-Com will be showcasing its latest innovations including award winning Gen-IC, Agent-IC mobile app, Eclipse HX Digital Matrix intercom system, and Station-IC virtual desktop client. At the forefront of Clear-Com’s exhibit is Gen-IC. These products demonstrate Clear-Com’s commitment to empowering broadcasters and live production experts with solutions, enhancing workflow efficiency, and optimising overall performance in the industry. Gen-IC is poised to set a new benchmark for communications systems by bridging the gap…
Shure has introduced a new era of vocal precision: the Nexadyne dynamic microphone platform with Shure Revonic Dual Transducer Technology. Available now in cardioid and supercardioid polar patterns, Nexadyne vocal microphones achieve polar pattern consistency, unparalleled noise reduction, and professional touring performance. “Nexadyne is the next chapter of Shure’s storied history as the leader and innovator in dynamic microphone technology,” shared Nick Wood, Senior Director, Professional Audio Products, at Shure. “With built-in acoustic signal processing, the Nexadyne platform ushers in a new era of modern live performance that engineers and vocalists can trust on stage night after night.” To deliver…
Lighting Designer, Marcus Herzog, specified 112 Ayrton Eurus Profile fixtures for his dynamic lighting design on a stage designed by Kriss Hinrichsen for the Kontra K tour. The Eurus Profiles were provided by the tour’s lighting supplier, BBM Clair. Herzog explain why they chose the Eurus Profile for his very unusual design which involved a number of automated overhead lighting pods and video walls, as well as more conventional lighting positions: “We decided on the Eurus because of the exceptionally high light output and the flexibility of the lamp,” he explained. “The majority of the fixtures are installed in six…
d&b audiotechnik has released ArrayCalc 11.4. The latest version offers a simplified interface function in conjunction with EASE 5 providing users with a efficient workflow for modelling sound systems and room acoustics. For users such as acoustic planners, consulting offices and sound engineers, the link between ArrayCalc 11.4 and EASE 5 simplified the workflow. The previous process, considered time-consuming and error-prone, will now give way to a smoother experience. “Users can now export the XLD file format with an extended set of information. This is the first significant simplification and streamlining of the previous transition between ArrayCalc and EASE,” commented…
With STD Pro Audio has gained a new distribution partner in Bolivia. STD Pro Audio has already implemented projects with Cameo in the past and is now the exclusive distributor for Adam Hall Group’s lighting technology brand in the Bolivian market. Based in Cochabamba, STD Pro Audio was founded in 2011 by Wilson Reynaga López and has quickly developed into a vendor of event technology in Bolivia. In addition to distributing lighting and audio technology, the company also acts a service provider in the live event and installation markets. ”With Cameo, we offer our customers in Bolivia a comprehensive overall…
Tony Incitti is set to join the Danley Sound Labs team as an Application Engineer. In this role, Incitti will assist Danley customers in all phases of engineering and design support. He also will provide expertise in demo support, system design, training, EASE modeling, and use of Danley’s own Danley Direct software. “We’re incredibly excited to have Tony on our team,” said Skip Welch, Head of Sales and Marketing.c“Tony brings a great deal of experience to our engineering team especially in the live sound industry.” Incitti’s career began working for a local production near his hometown in southern Virginia. After…
EM Acoustics return to the Royal Armouries for the 2024 edition of PLASA Focus in Leeds. Following a very busy 12 months which included the launch of the R5, a return to the Acoustic Stage at Glastonbury and the ongoing expansion of its manufacturing facility, the EM Acoustics management team head to the northern edition of the UK’s largest entertainment technology show with lots to share. Visitors to PLASA Leeds can expect to see some of the familiar favourites in the EM Acoustics range plus the Reference Series, including the new R5. “The R5 has proved to be an extremely…
Vari-Lite has announced the new VL2600 SE Series – an upgraded version of the VL2600 Series of fixtures that includes the recently announced SE Upgrade Engine built-in. “The VL2600 Profile is, to date, one of the most popular Vari-Lite fixtures ever produced, and it’s possible to rent a VL2600 Series luminaire on every continent on the globe,” explained Martin Palmer, Vari-Lite Marketing and Product Management Leader at Signify. “The VL2600 SE Series maintains everything that makes the family of powerful, versatile fixtures so iconic, including excellent light quality, a broad color palette, and a wide range of features. With the…
The 2024 AES fourth International Conference on Audio and Music-Induced Hearing Disorders at Aalborg University Copenhagen Campus in Copenhagen, Denmark, with Sensaphonics Hearing Conservation as its corporate sponsor. “Sensaphonics was created as a research and development company committed to controlling the damaging effects of loud sound, especially regarding hearing loss prevention for musicians,” commented audiologist Dr. Michael Santucci, Au.D., Sensaphonics founder and president. “This conference series has contributed greatly to progress in hearing preservation. We look forward to once again conversing with and learning from the global leaders who share our mission.” The AES International Conference on Audio and Music-Induced…
HOF has gained Sonoss as a sales partner for France. Philippe Coudyser, CEO at Sonoss, commented: “Founded in 1984, our company has a large of experiencein live event technology. We are looking forward to working with HOF as we know HOF as a reliable company that develops and manufactures high quality products tailored to the needs of ourmarkets. Thanks to our location in Lille, at the crossroads between Paris, Brussels and London, wecan assist our customers with any national or European project.” Edwin Duivelaar, Export and Sales Manager at HOF, added: “We are delighted to have found in Sonoss an…
The Just Rigging team celebrated a milestone in their history in May 2024. The company announced that it has reached the ripe old age of 10. To acknowledge the firm’s first decade of inspections, repairs, and lifting & rigging equipment rental for the entertainment and leisure Industries, the team has put together a few quick stats looking at what they have been up to. Since 2014 Just Rigging & Inspections has: Checked over 15,000 km of chain, Load tested more than 10,000 hoists, Inspected more than 500,000 pieces of loose rigging. Occupied two premises, had three van break-ins in hotel…
The Power of Events is releasing results of its Schools Engagement Programme pilot in the East of England. Launched in January 2024, the pilot aimed to refine the process of inspiring the next generation of event professionals, by introducing pupils aged 13-18 to the dynamic range of opportunities within the events industry. In the Spring term, the programme engaged over 3,000 pupils from 17 schools, significantly enhancing their understanding of the events industry as a viable career path. The engagement numbers soared to a promising 65% average in pupils’ awareness of the sector and career consideration post-presentation, up from an…
Rat Sound Systems continued its tradition of delivering audio experiences at Coachella and Stagecoach. With the Outline Newton FPGA-based processing platform powering the festival’s audio systems for another year, Rat Sound Systems reaffirmed its commitment to live sound reinforcement. Since its debut at Coachella in 2019, the Outline [patented] Newton processor has been a cornerstone of Rat Sound Systems’ audio setup, consistently delivering performance. Dave Rat, Sound System Designer, Sound Engineer and President of Rat Sound Systems, highlights the critical role of the Newton processor in their audio distribution: “We use [Outline] Newton in our master distribution racks. I do…
Patience is paying off for Subfrantic with the recent acquisition of two new DiGiCo consoles, as a Quantum 225 and Quantum Pulse 338 with 32 Bit SD Racks are proving to be welcome additions to all divisions of the company. Subfrantic Studios, developed post-pandemic in 2021, is the company’s rehearsal and recording facility which shares a warehouse and rental inventory with the production side of the business. The studios are a set of unique and welcoming spaces for touring musicians and technicians, but also support upcoming artists and engineers. Managing Director Steve Davies explained how the new DiGiCo purchases will…
Halo Solutions has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation. Halo Solutions is one of a number of organisations nationally to be recognised with a King’s Award for Enterprise. Announced Monday, 6th May 2024, Halo Solutions has been acknowledged by His Majesty for excellence in Innovation. Halo Solutions was founded in 2019 by CEO Lloyd Major, a former national counter-terrorism police officer, crowd safety and event security adviser with more than 20 years of policing experience, including police training and public order command at major sporting events. He was also the first operational police planner in the…
Renkus-Heinz has appointed SeeSound as the exclusive distributor for Spain and Portugal. The agreement is effective from May 1st 2024. With a team of over 30 professionals boasting experience and knowledge of the latest generation products in their portfolio, SeeSound provides guidance tailored to real project needs, integrating products, processes, and professionals. In addition to the regular training sessions and open days hosted by the company, SeeSound has invested in a 1500 m2 Experience Centre to offer demos and allow customers to see products in context to help facilitate the decision-making process. SeeSound Audio Product Manager, Carles Ribó, is delighted…
Patchwork exists in a unique space within the pro audio market, offering bespoke sound control packages that are increasingly high specification but with no PA to speak of. “We’re not ruling out the idea of having PA but we don’t stock any now and the business is continuing to grow,” began Patchwork London Managing Director, Steve White. “Not only in annual turnover but I feel we’re establishing a stronger foothold in the industry and being noticed more – and I think in some ways, emulated – by some big players in the market.” In terms of control offering, Patchwork has…
