Clear-Com’s Eclipse HX digital matrix intercom’s latest software update strengthens its position as a flexible and dynamic all-IP intercom solution on the market. It is a highly scalable, extensible and programmable platform for enabling non-blocking, bi-directional communication for small to large collaborative work teams. Eclipse HX version 12 supports SMPTE 2110-30 and AES67 third-party interoperability and now works together with FreeSpeak Edge, the latest addition to the FreeSpeak product family. FreeSpeak Edge harnesses the power of 5GHz technology to perform flawlessly in even the most challenging venues and high multipath environments. The system takes advantage of Clear-Com’s exclusive RF technology,…
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Lucid Technologies and Black Light have confirmed the launch of Edinburgh-based Black Light Virtual Studio, powered by Lucid Technologies. The studio is a realisation of the two companies’ expertise and experience. Always close to its clients’ ever-evolving needs, lockdown prompted Black Light to immediately turn up the heat on discussions already ongoing with Lucid Technologies. The two companies have worked together to create a permanently installed, Edinburgh-based XR studio which enables customers to continue with production in a safe and socially-distanced environment – as though they were anywhere in the world. The Black Light Virtual Studio powered by Lucid Technologies…
SphereLabs has launched a unique, futuristic LED display and interactive solution for the entertainment and corporate markets, called the PZ Sphere. Standing two metres tall, the PZ Sphere’s precision-engineered frame is seamlessly covered with a tessellated arrangement of bespoke LED panels at a high-resolution 3mm pixel pitch. It has been meticulously designed by SphereLabs, which is a new-to-market collaboration between Light Initiative’s Bryn Williams, and Dave Stevens and Steffan Jones of production and design company, Production Zync. The company believes the product has the potential to add a new ‘wow factor’ to a wide range of entertainment environments, and will…
Riedel Communications has introduced DisTag, an all-new distance monitoring device. Worn around the neck or carried in a pocket, DisTag is a reliable and precise instrument that immediately alerts its wearer via haptic, visual, and acoustic signals whenever the mandatory minimum distance to other people is about to be breached. “After weeks of quarantines and other limitations due to the coronavirus pandemic, our society is gradually returning to normal — but it’s a new type of normal. Slowing the spread of the virus is still a number one priority as key industries, organisations, and institutions start to reopen and people…
South Korea’s FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS, an entertainment lighting company founded in 2013, has added 70 Claypaky Sharpy Plus fixtures to its inventory. The company designs and operates lights for numerous concerts, festivals and television programs. As the K-pop phenomenon has gone global FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS has also done overseas tours for Korean musical artists. Its comprehensive services range from rentals to design, installation, operation and maintenance. The company has particular expertise in show operations, and its young operators are known for their creative lighting designs. Claypaky’s Sharpy Plus is the first true 100 percent hybrid unit able to be a…
Although this year’s Russian Victory Day celebrations (9 May) took place in a more limited format, thousands of spectators still participated via a live broadcast from the Battle of Stalingrad Museum and Preserve. They had a sight to behold: The Motherland Calls, the majestic monument that stands proudly on Mamayev Kurgan in Volgograd, had never looked so vibrant and spectacular. To map images onto this 87m tall sculpture, projection specialists from Dreamlaser turned to the most advanced equipment in their arsenal: 16 Christie D4K40-RGB pure laser 40,000 ANSI lumen projectors, featuring the Christie TruLife electronics platform and Christie RealLaser illumination system.…
From an early age, Jorge Toro, owner of Florida-based JMT Show Concepts, has had a knack for technology and a head for business. In his 25 years in entertainment production, he has constantly moved forward, letting nothing slow him down. In recent years, however, a fruitful partnership with Green Hippo has certainly contributed to that forward momentum. Toro’s links with entertainment began in his teenage years, when he started helping out a DJ friend with his audio equipment in their native Puerto Rico. “I started working with him, carrying equipment, setting up,” he recalled. “He taught me how to do everything…
When the chips are down, it’s time to get creative and Satore’s virtual production studio is doing just that by sharing its signature blend of architecture, light, magic, and storytelling to create a unique and eye catching live music collaboration with electronic musician and producer VAAL. Satore Studio’s Creative Director, Tupac Martir, said: “The idea to work on this project came from a love of creativity and a joy in sharing new visual experiences made possible by cutting edge virtual production techniques. Saturday’s set provides an array of stunning, dynamic visuals enabling fans, producers and creatives to have fresh conversations…
Neutrik has announced availability of its new speakON XX-receptacle (2-pole and 4-pole) series of the company’s iconic connector design. speakON XX is the first Neutrik speakON chassis line to come to market compliant with the new IEC 62368-1 materials safety regulation, requiring any materials used in potential ignition sources to have a V-O vertical burn classification. Compliance for devices using existing horizontal burn (HB) rated materials in connector components will require enclosure of these, necessitating potentially expensive, time consuming modifications to connectivity components within devices such as amplifiers, mixing consoles and loudspeakers; potentially making them bulkier and less likely to…
Outline has announced that on 24 June, it will hold a free webinar in English on its (patent pending) WFIRs, the “warped” filters featured in Outline’s Newton processors, synonymous with top grade precision and musicality. The appointments on Zoom are: “WFIR Filtering Technology” — 24 June, 9am (Rome time) – Register “WFIR Filtering Technology” — 24 June, 6pm (Rome time) – Register Fernando Rey Méndez, who will host both sessions with the support of Paolo Calza, stated: “The WFIR webinar will be an in-depth event, following the numerous requests from system engineers and audio technicians all over the world, from the…
With much of the world having been at a standstill due to COVID-19, Ayrton has continued to innovate, spending the hiatus in preparation for when we are all back to full strength. Now, with the first tentative signs of global recovery, Ayrton is excited to showcase Karif-LT, its ultra-compact 300W LED beam-spot, and the first in Ayrton’s brand-new line of LT (Long Throw) products dedicated to long-range applications. Karif-LT is equipped with a 168mm frontal lens offering a zoom ratio of 17:1 and an incredible 2.8°- 47° zoom range, the narrowness of which is unprecedented and unmatched in an LED…
Lighting Designer, Jason Lyons has been lighting the Rock of Ages since its storied 2008 New York debut. “Back then it was a bit of an experiment,” he said. “We didn’t really know what we had and it exploded from there. It’s one of those rare shows that people can go back to over and over again and still have a really good time. I think that’s part of its success. You find new moments to enjoy every time.” The recent Rock of Ages Revival at New World Stages in New York City was a resounding success, just as it…
After introducing a successful webinar series this spring, the Meyer Sound education team is launching a refreshed comprehensive summer webinar program 22 June. The webinar content offers a natural progression of subject matter, including project case studies and specialty tools that cover a diverse set of solutions across all industry verticals. “We have received overwhelmingly positive feedback to our webinar program over the past few months,” Meyer Sound Senior Vice President, John McMahon, said. “It has been exciting to engage with our global network online while we are unable to connect in person, so we look forward to continuing the momentum…
Created to meet the surge in demand for livestreaming services resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, Swedish production company, QTECH, has launched a new streaming division, QTECH LIVE, with help from an Allen & Heath dLive mixing system. Reacting with lightning speed to changing circumstances, on the day after Sweden announced restrictions on live performances in March, founder Timmy Qvarnström and CEO, Kevin Qvarnström began the transformation of the QTECH warehouse near Gothenburg into a dedicated streaming facility. Although QTECH already possessed most of the equipment required for the new venture, it needed a mixing system with the versatility and ease…
As well as celebrating the annual Make Music Day (21 June 2020), Sennheiser celebrates a unique musical story – marking 75 years since the company’s foundation in 1945. Today, and through its history, Sennheiser has been proud to support artists in the creation and sharing of music. “Whether you’re a singer songwriter recording your first track, a superstar who’s filling stadiums or a DJ mixing up a storm, audio equipment has always been about making it easier to express oneself through music,” said Pierre Morant, Head of Relationship Management, Sennheiser. “However, more important than the instruments or the equipment is…
Planning for Integrated Systems Europe 2021 is well underway with its organisers, Integrated Systems Events, committed to delivering a compelling and safe exhibition for the world’s audiovisual integrated systems community. The 17th edition of ISE is set to take place at its new home at the Fira de Barcelona, Gran Vía, 2-5 February 2021. The world class exhibition centre plans to reopen for business in September. This will follow the successful completion of a collaboration with risk mitigation consultancy AON and the Hospital Clinic of Barcelona which will determine the specific security criteria for holding B2B events at the venue…
In a move to bolster the strength of their Product Development and Support team, Altman Lighting is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Klasmeier as Product Development Support Engineer. Working within the new Altman headquarters in Denver, Colorado, Klasmeier will be responsible for overseeing current and future product development, as well as in-house warranty service, support and repair. “We are very excited to have Matthew joining our team as he will serve as an integral part of the launch and support of many new Altman technologies,” said Pete Borchetta, Vice President Altman Lighting Product Innovation. “His expertise within the…
At the end of 2019, after three years constantly on the road, Danish Show Designer, Peter Fisker of HeCameToEat wanted to spend a bit more time at home. Fortuitously, a part-time teaching post became available at EUC Nord in Frederikshavn, who needed a tutor for the lighting module of their well-known and respected Event Technician’s course. The college administration asked if he was interested in applying, and he jumped at the chance as this would enable him to stay home part of the year whilst also retaining the flexibility of touring and lighting shows via his design company, HeCameToEat. The…
