K-array has marked the beginning of 2024 with a series of new appointments aimed at strengthening the brand’s development on a global scale, with a focus on the AV market. Internally, Francesco Maffei, Simone Rossoni, Daniel Strasserra and Lorenzo De Poi are adopting new and strategic roles within the company, whilst well-known industry name, Vincenzo Borelli, joins K-array for the first time in the role of Business Development Manager focused on the live events market. Firstly, Francesco Maffei, formerly Area Sales Manager EMEA, has been appointed to the new role of Sales Director. In this role, Maffei will oversee commercial…
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Lux Machina Consulting, specialists in virtual production and official authorised service-based partners of Stage Precision, recently wrapped up work on the production of Riot Game’s League of Legends World Championship e-sports competition. Through the implementation of Stage Precision’s flagship SP software into their workflow, the team were able to manage a complex and multi-layered AR production with ease. “Within our work at Lux Machina Consulting, we’ve used every tracking tool out there,” says Wyatt Bartel, VP of Production at the company. “Most of the workflows available are proprietary, meaning you’re locked into a particular manufacturer’s ecosystem. We came to know…
DiGiCo will soon be offering second-generation software updates for its Quantum338, Quantum338T, and Quantum225 mixing consoles. Available in April for a nominal fee, the Mk 2 software packages, known as Pulse, will increase the input channel and buss counts of each desk model, plus add other notable features. On the Quantum338 and Quantum338T, the new upgrade will increase the number of input channels to 156 (from 128), busses to 72 (from 64), Mustard Processors to 48 (from 36), and Nodal Processors to 72 (from 64). Other perks include the addition of Mix Minus functionality, plus a larger 36×36 Matrix on…
Neumann.Berlin launches several new products for stage use at NAMM 2024. The KK 104 U and KK 105 U condenser capsule heads make the famous Neumann sound accessible to users of third-party* wireless systems. In addition, Neumann is expanding its Miniature Clip Microphone System (MCM) with an omnidirectional capsule as well as goosenecks and cables in various lengths. Neumann’s true condenser capsule heads for Sennheiser wireless systems have been popular for many years, combining the perfectly balanced, nuanced sound of Neumann’s award-winning KMS series wired stage vocal microphones with the freedom of wireless operation. Until now, however, the outstanding sound…
A lively mix of glitz, glamour, training and networking: For 2024, Prolight + Sound is focusing even more strongly on its unique combination of entertainment and business. The lecture programme has never been more international and diverse. From sound to light, themes are taken up that turn the stages of this world into magical places. With the Live Box, visitors can also look forward to a new attraction that puts one of the core elements of the Prolight + Sound DNA back in the spotlight: music. The Main Stage in Hall 11.0 will be a central focal point of the…
Meyer Sound celebrates 45 years of innovation with a new logo that underscores its commitment to the future of sound. This rebranding initiative highlights Meyer Sound’s continuous dedication to pushing boundaries, advancing technologies, and shaping the industry for the next generation. Meyer Sound has been a driving force in audio ever since John and Helen Meyer set up shop in Berkeley, CA four-and-a-half decades ago. From its inception, the company’s mission has been clear: to create the best sonic experiences the world has ever heard. Since then, Meyer Sound’s trailblazing technologies, including trapezoidal loudspeaker cabinets, self-powered loudspeakers, processor-controlled loudspeaker systems,…
PRG (Production Resource Group) has announced that Richard J. Porter has been named CEO, effective February 1, 2024. His appointment follows the departure of Stephan Paridaen, who resigned from the company for personal reasons. Porter comes to PRG after successfully leading and operating the Tool and Equipment Rental division of The Home Depot, which serves both professional and DIY customers across the United States and Canada. Porter has a proven track record of success, growing and optimizing Compact Power Equipment Rental as their COO prior to its acquisition by The Home Depot in 2017. Porter also led the Reverse Logistics…
YES TECH will exhibit at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) showcasing the theme of “screen meets infinite imagination” – bringing multitudes of upcoming products and multi-scenario solutions to shine at the popular exhibition with four main solutions: Rental Staging The staging rental area will present the new product MG9 Series, which has the excellent performance of our MG7S but with strong anti-collision ability and high stability. Combined with MG11 P2.9 to dazzle people with wonderful visual effects. Creative-Shaped Rental To make the stage more eye-catching and memorable, MG common cabinets in combination with MG Creative-Extended Series can create various shapes such…
The Ultra Music Festival, one of the world’s premier electronic music events, attracts top international DJs and performers, drawing thousands of spectators from all corners of the globe. The 2023 edition featured Gloshine Outdoor LED Screen – LE 4.81, ensuring every element contributes to the experience. Attending Ultra offers an experience unlike any other, where the visual components are as crucial as the auditory ones. Attendees aren’t there just to hear the music; they yearn to see, feel, and immerse themselves in the music. With every beat drop and crescendo, the visual elements need to be impeccable, and that’s where…
The Lighting & Staging Zone at ISE 2024 will serve as a hub for exploration of the ever-changing illumination industry, shining a light on the incredible technology that enhances performance, heightens audience connection, and creates an unforgettable, immersive experience. Located for the first time in Hall 1 at ISE 2024, the Lighting & Staging Zone showcases lighting/lighting control, rigging/staging equipment, motion tracking, video mapping, holography, and much more. It promises a huge variety of solutions, spanning those appropriate for small temporary venues, right up to fixtures for major stadium concerts. In Hall 1, you’ll find globally recognised manufacturers like Robe…
To enhance fairness and inclusivity across the live touring sector, the 2024 TPi Awards have undergone a revamp in the voting process and category structure. The TPi Academy, composed of last year’s winners, has meticulously curated the shortlist to ensure a diverse representation in the individual categories. They have also combed through all the company applications to draw up the top six for each category. In response to industry dynamics, The Des Fallon Video Visionary Award has been retired, and two new categories emerge: Content Creator of The Year and Video Specialist of The Year. Similarly, the other named awards;…
Mondiale Technology Media presents EXPO Latam, a new exhibition that will showcase technology for the entertainment industry and is aimed at the Mexican, South and Central American, and Caribbean markets. Cancun is the perfect hub, bridging all the Americas; South, North, and the Caribbean. This city is also easily accessible globally, with over 49 airlines around the world flying to this vibrant destination. There are plenty of great bars, restaurants, hotels, meeting spaces and, of course, beautiful beaches. Exhibitors will consist of Manufacturers, Distributors and Rental Houses, and the visitors will be made up of Dealers, End Users, Technical Crew,…
INFiLED has launched its CBSF (Color & Brightness Shift Free) technology, which marks a significant leap in xR/VP market. As the market expansion and technical development of xR technology are interdependent, INFiLED’s commitment to contributing to xR through technology will further promote the rapid development of the virtual production industry. With CBSF technology, INFiLED is setting a new benchmark for colour performance in xR/VP. INFiLED’s new solution, powered by the innovative M2 chip with chip-type LED five-sided aims to eliminate conventional LED chips which nowadays fall short of enabling accurate color reproduction due to technical limitations such as colour shifts…
In November 2023, INFiLED made a significant collaboration with Vision Collective and SoCal Rentals in Austin, TX. The joint effort resulted in a screen installation with the state-of-the-art IRDB2.6 LED. The IRDB series screen with a fine pixel pitch of 2.6mm provided by INFiLED proved to be the ideal solution for the installation. Its impressive display capabilities elevated the project to new heights, captivating audiences with its striking clarity and vibrant colours. With a high contrast ratio of 5000:1 and 14-bit greyscale, it showed unrivalled visual performance and served as a testament to INFiLED’s commitment to excellence. Commenting on the…
The HOF team continues to grow and has been able to bring another event technology expert on board with Tim Otte. Otte has been working in the field of event technology for many years and has extensive industry, sales and user experience. Many people will recognise him from these activities. Tim is already very familiar with HOF’s portfolio. He joins HOF as Sales Manager and will work on both national and international accounts. www.h-of.de/en
Creative Technology (CT) announces a new leadership change in Europe. After 30 years leading Creative Technology UK through many challenges, triumphs and successes, Mark Elliott has decided to step down from the position of Managing Director and handed over the role to Sid Lobb. Already a seasoned member of 22 years with the company, Lobb’s experience and understanding of the company, its clients and its people allow him to be best placed to help drive the company forwards into the next version of itself. Lobb commented: “I am truly very excited about taking over from where Mark Elliott has got…
POLAR will stage a demonstration featuring products by HK Audio at Com Church in Dunstable on Monday 20 November. The HK Audio range attracted strong interest as part of POLAR’s recent highly successful Roadshow events across the UK, prompting its team to stage an event dedicated entirely to the brand. Visitors to the event will enjoy a live demo of the HK Audio Cosmo integrative and highly flexible line array, as well as the chance to experience the brand’s Linear 5 MKII and flagship Linear 9 systems. POLAR’s Andy Plunkett, who will manage the event, commented: “Our recent run of…
Billed as a ‘reunion tour’ – following the reintroduction of founding vocalist/guitarist Tom DeLonge as part of the pop punk band’s live setup for the first time since 2014 – blink-182’s eagerly-anticipated World Tour 2023/2024, affectionately named the Rock Hard Tour, hit the road on 4 May at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. Serving as a precursor to the imminent release of the band’s ninth studio album, One More Time… the band, their dedicated support teams and a road-tested production crew descended on London’s The O2 for two back-to-back sold-out shows. In Europe, the technical suppliers included Backroom…
