Since the market launch of ChainMaster products in 1994, the medium-sized, Saxon-based company has developed into one of the world’s leading manufacturers of hoist technology in the event industry and offers a comprehensive range of products for all requirements from set-up operations to complex scenic movements to complete automation of performances. National and international projects are accompanied individually from planning to implementation through to user training. The worldwide network of ChainMaster Consulting Offices, commercial partners and trained service companies guarantees comprehensive after-sales service. ChainMaster now exports to 55 countries worldwide. New chain hoists for the entertainment sector will be presented…
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Protec has recently invested in the new Claypaky Xtylos and Sharpy Plus, as well as upgrading its video capabilities globally with the purchase of Absen PL2.5mm indoor panels and PL3.9mm W outdoor panels for all branches in the UK, UAE and KSA. These screens have an innovative side lock design which means they can be installed flat or with a curve. It has also invested in the NovaStar NovaPro UHD Jr All-in-One Controllers and the NovaStar VX6s control boxes. With screens based in Birmingham, Dubai and Riyadh they can assist clients across UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa with both…
Cirque du Soleil returned to London’s Royal Albert Hall (RAH) on 12 January for an eight-week run at the prestigious venue, bringing LUZIA to Europe for the first time. Britannia Row Productions once again supplied the sound, continuing a relationship that has spanned almost two decades. Through the unique design, chorography and acrobatic elements that give Cirque du Soleil shows their unique character, LUZIA takes audiences on a journey through imaginary Mexico. The name is derived from the Spanish words for light (luz) and rain (lluvia), two important themes in the show’s narrative. Britannia Row has supplied every Cirque du…
Czech rock legends, Kabát, recently completed a sold-out stadium tour to mark the band’s 30th anniversary, accompanied with an upgraded PA system featuring DiGiCo’s Quantum 7 console. Kabát is a nationally renowned classic rock band, which has been hugely popular since the 1980s. Its 10thanniversary stadium tour was the most prosperous in Czech music history, and the band represented the Czech Republic at the country’s first entry in the Eurovision Song Contest. The latest anniversary tour visited stadiums and venues across the country over a three-week period. The band is managed by Prague-based production company, the Pink Panther Agency, which…
Global design and BIM software provider, Vectorworks has named Lighting Designer Roland Greil and Vectorworks CEO Dr. Biplab Sarkar as the keynote speakers for the fifth Vectorworks Design Summit. This year’s Summit will have two firsts: an entertainment design keynote speaker and a West Coast location. From April 22 to April 24, 2020 in San Diego, California at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, design professionals, educators and students in the architecture, landscape and entertainment industries will be able to participate in industry workshops, product training for all levels of expertise, inspiring keynotes, networking opportunities and a customer appreciation…
Adlib has announced a major investment in HARMAN’s JBL Professional VTX A-Series new generation touring line array — nearly two decades after becoming an early adopter of the then pioneering JBL VerTec system. The addition of a scalable, arena-sized system was confirmed by Adlib Director and Client Manager, Dave Jones, and Joe East, Business Development Manager of Sound Technology Ltd, the UK and Ireland HARMAN Professional Solutions distributor. The system itself comprises 48 VTX A12 dual-12” line-array elements; 16 VTX A8 dual-8” compact line-array elements; 24 x VTX S28 dual-18″ subwoofers and 8 VTX B18 single-18″ subwoofers. Powering these will…
A large number of ADJ Hydro Beam X2 and 32 HEX Panel IP fixtures were used to create an incredible outdoor lightshow to launch the international Mayflower 400 commemoration year. As part of the Illuminate festival of light in Plymouth, England – the port from which The Mayflower set sail on its legendary journey, the display filled the maritime city’s historic waterfront with vibrant colours and piercing beams that could be seen from miles around. 2020 marks the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower from Plymouth in the UK to what is now Plymouth, Massachusetts. Mayflower 400 is…
The Second Edition of the festival and outdoor event sustainability report – The Show Must Go On – has revealed the latest industry figures, trends and practices, and is available to download for free now. Five years on since the first edition was published, the new 126-page report, which has been crowdfunded by the industry, gives an insight into sector sustainability, and reflects the progress made in technologies, materials and operational practices to reduce environmental impacts. Its main chapters, authored by experts in their own fields, cover Governance, Resources and Waste, Water, Food, Energy, Travel and Transport. The report also…
DiGiCo has announced two new I/O Racks, the A164D Wall LCD and A168D Stage, for its 4REA4 processing engine for networked audio in installations at ISE show 2020 in Amsterdam. Both Racks bring all the connectivity of the original A164 Wall LCD and A168 Stage, but with the additional advantage of Dante connectivity. “With 4REA4, we enabled audio over IP, but until now it had to be on a dedicated network,” explained DiGiCo Technical Sales Manager, Tim Shaxson. “Adding Dante connectivity not only adds the flexibility and familiarity of the Dante network protocol, but also means that consultants and integrators…
SLX which has heritage dating back more than 40 years and serves the Live Events, Hire & Broadcast markets throughout the UK and Europe, remains in a Bristol location, moving from their warehouse on Third Way, Avonmouth to another nearby Avonmouth location. Alastair Currie said: “After only 4 years since our previous warehouse upgrade, we are moving again to allow for further expansion. We’re doing so as we believe this is essential for the ambitions we have for the business. It will see improved preparation spaces, improved flow of equipment into and out of the warehouse, and markedly better facilities…
The Electric Forest Music Festival transformed Sherwood Forest into an imagination-fueled amusement park through dazzling projection mapping. Watch to see how more than 40 Epson projectors were placed throughout the festival to create 10+ original projection-mapped art installations. www.epson.co.uk
CLF Lighting has announced that TMB has been appointed as exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland. After the success as the brand Nuri*Lites in the US, now a broader range of CLF products – LED Fixtures, Moving Heads, and Spectrum Series – will be by offered by TMB UK under the banner Nuri*Lites by CLF. Customers will enjoy all the service and support they expect from TMB, as well as benefit from TMB’s wide range of related products. “We are extremely happy to offer CLF’s wide product range to our customers in the UK and Ireland,” said TMB’s EU…
Audinate is offering free Dante Certification Training to ISE 2020 attendees – no matter their familiarity with Dante – through coursework that focuses on valuable and practical insights for using Dante in real-world, AV-over-IP integrations. Beginners will build proficiency of basic Dante audio networking concepts, while intermediate Dante-users will learn specific Dante capabilities such as redundancy, clocking, latency and multicast. Advanced coursework focuses on best practices for simplifying management over the most complex network topographies. “No matter your familiarity with Dante, we have some exciting tips, tricks, best practices, and key capabilities we can share to make the work you…
Famed for its culture and beauty, Florence attracts millions of tourists each year, thanks to its stunning architecture and high-end fashion – not to mention some of the world’s most iconic artworks. It’s not exactly a city where you’d expect a plucky technology company to thrive. However, for the past 25 years, Powersoft has established itself as one of the leading names in power amplification, with the company’s boxes now powering loudspeaker systems across the globe – via both its own brand and OEM work. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpifeb20_digitallr/72 Photos: TPi & Powersoft www.powersoft-audio.com
Billed as An Evening with John Mayer, the 2019 tour was a nostalgic exploration of the American singer-songwriter’s back catalogue, featuring tracks including Waiting on the World to Change and Half of my Heart. Following the run, TPi caught up with the man providing visual accompaniment: Lighting Designer, Nate Alves. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpifeb20_digitallr/8 Photos: Luke Dyson www.johnmayer.com www.nathanalvesdesign.com www.4wall.com www.ct-group.com
Underworld has created the soundtrack to so many diehard fans’ lives. Always pushing the boundaries in the presentation of their iconic live shows, Rick Smith and Karl Hyde are deeply involved with the finer details of their productions, which ultimately has created a lasting impact on their followers. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpifeb20_digitallr/22 Photos: Martin Reid www.underworldlive.com www.2b-heard.com www.astroaudio.eu
Based in new premises in Moorebank, near Sydney, The Audio Visual Co has recently invested in L-Acoustics A Series, which offers the renowned L-Acoustics rider-friendliness and sonic signature in a flexible system that is rapid and easy to deploy. Established just three years ago, The Audio Visual Co has already gained a big reputation as a dynamic, results-driven audio visual specialist. From the outset, the company’s director, Jimmy Bandal, made L-Acoustics his loudspeaker brand of choice, with A Series recently presenting itself as the ideal solution to accommodate his fast-growing business. “Our main applications are corporate events such as galas,…
A large complement of Claypaky lighting fixtures was utilized by Stage Craft International in metro Manila for the opening ceremony of the 2019 SEA Games at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, The Philippines. Stage Craft International is the leading provider of audio, lighting, video, technical integration services and conferencing technology in the country. The 2019 SEA Games, held November 30-December 11, was the 30th edition of the biennial regional sports event. More than 5,500 athletes competed in 56 sports. The 90-minute opening ceremony featured traditional and contemporary dance and song against a backdrop of LED strips and panels representing…
