Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Environmental Solutions Initiative (MIT ESI), with the support of Coldplay, Warner Music Group (WMG), Live Nation, and Hope Solutions, has assembled an advisory committee as it enters the next phase of its Assessment Report of Live Music and Climate Change in the US and the UK. This newly selected advisory committee will be made up of over 50 members with assorted, specialized expertise in live music and the event industry, as well as academia. “As I’ve been saying for many years, we urgently need data-driven action on climate and nature breakdown in every area,” said Ellie…
Author: James Robertson
Drew Hornback creates a textured production design for Scotty McCreery’s Cab in a Solo tour, which like the music it supports features a strong narrative element. At its heart is a three-paneled blow-through video wall displaying captivating content created by filmmaker Jeff Ray, the Austin, Texas creative responsible for many of McCreery’s videos, including Five More Minutes, This is It, In Between, Damn Strait, and It Matters to Her, as well as Cab in a Solo. Adding visual impact to the video panorama are 18 CHAUVET Professional STRIKE Array 2 fixtures supplied by Blue Crew Productions of Nashville. Hornback positioned…
Elation supported the British Music Embassy (BME) stage at the 2024 South by Southwest (SXSW) conference and music festival in Austin, Texas. Partnering with the Academy of Live Technology at Production Park, Elation lighting was used to illuminate the stage and artists while serving as a valuable training ground for the next generation of lighting technicians and operators. The BME stage is a high-profile platform at the renowned festival and is run on behalf of the UK Government International Department for Business and Trade. It provides a valuable showcase for the UK’s best emerging acts and has played host to…
Marking the 80th anniversary tour of Holiday On Ice, the 2023-24 No Limits tour was created by AED Studios in Lint, Belgium and played 174 performances in 21 cities across Germany with Claypaky Volero Wave and Scenius Profiles, from tour lighting provider Rentall Europe, lighting the figure skating spectacular. No Limits and its 40 skaters and artists spanned many imaginative settings, from monster battles to Roman chariot races to the Wild West. The show also pushed the technical standards of live entertainment with an impressive three-dimensional, 200-square-meter LED screen, approximately 300 projectors and a unique kinetic lighting installation. Lighting Designer Tim…
DirectOut has launched MAVEN – a smart audio platform that redefines the limits of flexibility, rack space and DSP power. Building on the success of the PRODIGY series, MAVEN offers DirectOut’s powerful DSP engine in a compact 1RU device, expanding the integration possibilities for sound engineers, system designers and AV professionals. With the modular architecture and popular module-design introduced by PRODIGY, MAVEN is fully compatible with its big brother, PRODIGY.MP and can be tailored to the specific needs of any project. It delivers the same DSP power, enhancing its flexibility and range of applications. MAVEN offers support for a variety…
Arto Company is a rental and full technical production company – lighting, sound, video, rigging etc. – based in Wavre, the French-speaking region of Belgium – and working vigorously across the concert touring, festival, live event, and corporate sectors. Their first Robe purchase was in 2019, and since then the inventory has expanded dramatically with the latest purchases being 16 iFORTES, 48 LEDBeam 350s and 18 Tetra2s, which join over 100 other Robe fixtures in the house, including 24 ESPRITES, 48 LEDBeam 150s, 18 T1 Profiles and two RoboSpot systems. “We started observing that Robe was a clear market leader,…
BlackTrax real-time tracking technology will be featured at InfoComm 2024, taking place at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees can explore the capabilities of BlackTrax at two renowned manufacturer stands: Fulcrum Acoustic (stand C9335 and N102 Audio Demo Room) and d&b audiotechnik (stand C9421 and N103 Audio Demo Room). Fulcrum Acoustic will showcase their state-of-the-art immersive audio solutions by integrating BlackTrax’s precise real-time tracking with their Fulcrum One software. Fulcrum One is a complete software environment for designing and modeling sound reinforcement systems, immersive audio installations, and room acoustics. Its user-friendly interface also allows for the tuning, optimization, deployment, and control…
Music Venue Trust (MVT), the charity which represents hundreds of Grassroots Music Venues (GMVs), has called upon politicians from all parties to “seize the moment” ahead of the forthcoming UK General Election on 4 July, and to help save the sector from the deepening crisis it finds itself in. MVT has published a report entitled ‘A Manifesto for Grassroots Music’, which sets out the steps that need to be taken in order to stem the closures of GMVs, currently running at more than one per week, and to bring stability to the sector. Calling this “a once in a generation…
EM Acoustics announces a new addition to its international sales and support network with the appointment of Danmon Asia as exclusive distributor for Vietnam. The agreement covers EM Acoustics’ entire product portfolio which includes point source loudspeakers, line arrays, subwoofers, stage monitors and related electronics. “Danmon Asia is renowned for its long experience and proven expertise in delivering high quality products and services across the entire media production and presentation sector,” commented Greg Clarke, Brand Manager at EM Acoustics. “We look forward to working with Bjarne and his colleagues in promoting our full spectrum of products and services to potential…
TAF USA has welcomed Carter Klute to the team as its new sales representative. Carter is responsible for contacting new customers in the United States and Central/South America, as well as providing timely and knowledgeable service to existing TAF USA customers. Originally from the Midwest, Klute has now made New Smyrna Beach, Florida, his new home and base for his activities with TAF USA. With a contagious smile and outgoing personality, Klute fits right in at the TAF USA office and will help take the brand to higher levels of success. TAF spoke with Klute during his first week at…
INFiLED has unveiled its ColdLED technology, a result of years of dedicated research and development. This innovative technology is designed to address the heat-related challenges commonly associated with LED screens. ColdLED technology incorporates several key techniques: utilizing the flip-chip method, incorporating common cathode technology, applying high-quality ICs, and employing a well-designed PCB layout design. Utilizing the flip-chip method In traditional face-up LED assembly, chips are connected to contact points via copper or gold wires. However, these wires can hinder the brightness of LEDs, leading to reduced luminous efficiency. Additionally, the small contact area between the chip and circuit board results…
Spectrum Audio Solutions, an event equipment solutions provider based in Goa, has long been synonymous with quality and innovation in the live sound industry. With roots going back to its humble beginnings of a modest setup of 12 units of the L Acoustics dV DOSC line array modules and 8 units of SB218 subwoofers, the company has evolved into a significant player in the market, delivering exceptional sound experiences for a wide range of events. And recently, Spectrum Audio Solutions made a substantial investment to expand its existing loudspeaker inventory, enhancing its capacity to provide high-performance audio solutions for multiple…
GEODIS, a global logistics provider, and L-Acoustics opened their new regional distribution center in Singapore. The distribution center, the first for L-Acoustics in the Asia Pacific region, is a testament to the manufacturer’s commitment to this strategic and growing market. “Our mission is to strengthen our ties with clients, creating a hub from which we can provide ideal support,” explained Tim Zhou, CEO APAC at L-Acoustics. “The new warehouse will enable elevated customer service and faster delivery for their important projects.” All L-Acoustics solutions are manufactured in Europe and prior to the opening of the Singapore distribution centre, orders for…
Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW) introduces two new subwoofers (SB818 and SB828) along with two new UXA amplifier racks (UXR216 and UXR316) at the 2024 InfoComm Show (Booth C9149 and in its demo room, N117). When paired with EAW’s KF210 passive line array, these new subs and amp racks create a unified system solution. “Professional customers demand a complete rider-ready system. With the introduction of these two new subwoofers and amplifier racks, KF210 delivers,” said TJ Smith, president of EAW. The new SB818 Single 18” Flyable Subwoofer is a high output, mid-size flyable subwoofer system. SB818 is the first choice for…
Brompton Technology is pleased to introduce the latest Tessera V3.5 software features at this year’s InfoComm 2024, bringing significant improvements and functionality for professional workflows in live events, virtual production, broadcast, XR, corporate, and esports markets. Additions include Frame Store, Hidden Markers, and Dark Time Insertion, which complement Tessera’s already industry-leading capabilities. Tessera V3.5 will be available to Brompton users in June. Frame Store adds a game-changing capability to the Tessera LED processor to store and recall 24 bitmaps. These bitmaps can either be captured from a live video source or uploaded directly to the processor. The feature is integrated…
Sennheiser has launched new Sound Academy workshops, starting in June 2024, at their new UK office in Marlow, Buckinghamshire. Marcus Blight, the UK’s Technical Applications Engineer at Sennheiser, will lead these sessions. The comprehensive program delves into the science and application of wireless audio, equipping participants with essential knowledge and expertise. Targeted at audio engineers, sound designers, live event professionals, RF technicians, installers, and system integrators, these masterclasses offer hands-on experience with the latest wireless technologies from industry experts. “We’re pleased to bring new dates for our Sound Academy Wireless Masterclasses, where attendees will gain practical skills through interactive sessions,…
boxxtoff, a new flightcase design and manufacturing company based in Manchester, is a proud member of the Tube UK community. Operating fully autonomously, Boxxtoff specialises in creating stylish and practical bespoke casing solutions for all types of production-related equipment. Dave Peacock – considered a legend on the Manchester flightcase scene – heads up the new enterprise, bringing around 35 years industry experience and passion, a vast array of contacts and a refreshing and inventive approach to case making. After a hugely successful career and running several flourishing businesses, Peacock took a break from the world of flightcasing and joined the…
On 6 April 2024, the Royal Albert Hall hosted Ministry of Sound Classical. This is an epic performance from beginning to end, with a set list inspired by the wildly popular Ministry of Sound Annual Volume II. Released in 1996, the album remains one of the biggest selling dance compilations ever made and is performed on stage by the 50-piece RG Live London Concert Orchestra with guest synth players and vocalists. Sound Designer, Phil Wright, chose a DiGiCo Quantum 338 for the FOH position and a Quantum 225 for on stage monitoring due to their powerful processing and compact footprints.…
