After completing a successful sold-out tour of the US and Canada for much of 2015, with a Martin Audio MLA PA provided by Showtime Sound LLC, popular actor-comedian, Kevin Hart, and his Production Manager, Scott Tydings, ensured they maintained continuity by asking Capital Sound to provide a similar rig when the tour arrived in Europe. Tydings he had clearly enjoyed the MLA experience both with Kevin Hart and fellow comedienne Amy Schumer. The fit with Capital Sound, who also specialise in providing sound reinforcement for top-drawer stand-up comedians, was an obvious one although as General Manager Paul Timmins explained, the…
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The pre-show Opening Panel Discussion is set to take place on the day before Integrated Systems Europe opens its doors on 8 February at the RAI, Amsterdam. The event will be led by David Rowan, Editor-in-Chief of WIRED UK magazine, who will moderate a panel made up of leading business and technology experts. The Opening Panel Discussion will explore how the convergence of AV and IT, driven by the rapid evolution and implementation of IP technology, has created increasing technical challenges and business opportunities for the installation and integration market sector. Under the theme and title of ‘How Sensors are…
The ACL 360i is a powerful single-beam moving effect luminaire with the intensity of a tight ACL beam that is perfect for quick-moving beam looks, pinspotting, or stunning large motion effects when used in larger configurations. It is the latest and the smallest high-output luminaire in Elation’s ACL Series of narrow-beam LED effect lights. A single 60W RGBW LED combines with an advanced collimator optic lens to produce a dense and uniform four-degree colour-changing beam. Frost lens options of 10 and 45 degrees (included) can be employed to soften and spread the beam for colour washing applications. Useful in a variety…
The new models are compatible with its System 10 PRO rack-mount and System 10 stack-mount digital wireless systems – the ATW-T1007 System 10 microphone desk stand transmitter and the ATW-T1006 System 10 boundary microphone/transmitter. The ATW-T1007 System 10 Microphone Desk Stand Transmitter was designed to work with phantom-powered, condenser gooseneck microphones with a three-pin and features a XLRM-type output, the ATW-T1007 System 10 microphone desk stand transmitter pairs with the System 10 PRO or System 10 digital wireless receiver of choice to provide rock-solid, 2.4GHz wireless performance. Also the transmitter is equipped with a three-pin XLRF-type input and features a touch-sensitive…
The Knight of Illumination Awards (KOI) 2016 has launched and submissions are already coming in for its Television and Concert Touring and Events categories. 2016 marks the ninth KOI Awards, which celebrates the creative talents of international lighting and digital content designers working in the UK in the sectors of TV, Theatre and Concert Touring and Events. The 2016 edition will see the event moved from its usual date in early October to the 18th September to coincide with the PLASA London 2016 exhibition. The venue for the sparkling awards ceremony and dinner has also moved to join the PLASA…
Audio-Technica has launched the M50xMG, a limited edition matte gray version of its hugely popular ATH-M50x professional monitor headphones, as part of its M-Series line of headphones. From the 45mm large-aperture drivers to its sound-isolating earcups and robust construction, the ATH-M50x provides an unmatched experience for the most critical audio applications, including recording, live sound, broadcast, DJ and personal listening. The headphones incorporate technology drawn from Audio-Technica’s long history in the field of high-performance professional audio, providing exceptional power handling, very high SPL capability and natural, accurate sound with impactful bass and high-frequency extension. With professional-grade earpad and headband material…
In a creative partnership, Moment Factory teamed up with British rock band Muse to conceive and create the visual content and interactive elements of the group’s 2015-16 Drones World Tour. This close collaboration saw the development of new 3D and interactive technologies that went from conception to concert tour. Designed by Oli Metcalfe, the Drones World Tour saw the trio performing “in the round” for the very first time at stadiums and arenas across the world. They played on a rotating central stage with two extended catwalks enhanced with giant projection screens. Gyrating apocalyptic figures, epic battles, and sensational symbolism (including some…
Underscoring its shared commitment to meet the rapidly expanding needs of the 21st century MI retail marketplace, Focusrite Novation Inc. and KMC Music they will become a United States distributor of both the Focusrite and Novation digital audio production and recording lines. The announcement was made during this years NAMM show 2016 by Focusrite Novation Inc’s President, Phil Wagner and KMC Music President Mark Terry. In announcing its expanded distribution strategy, Phil Wagner noted, “We are very happy to have KMC Music represent Focusrite and Novation products to their customer base of more than 6,500 retailers. We believe KMC Music have the…
Although Croatian distribution company, Sunflower d.o.o. set up back in 1996, it was only after 2010 that the country’s infrastructure had professionalised itself sufficiently to support brands of the calibre of Powersoft. This year the Italian manufacturer, through its Regional Account Manager (EMEA), Stefano Previtali, did a deal with the Rijeka based company, appointing them as its new distributor for the territory. This enabled the brand to join other high prestige names like d&b audiotechnik, XTA and DiGiCo in the top tier distribution portfolio. According to Sunflower’s Tomislav ‘Kuki’ Koran the new alliance will do much to raise the profile…
A short drive from Paris city centre in the commune of Marcoussis is L-Acoustics’ HQ. Last month it opened its doors to the industry press to showcase its latest offering, the X Series. TPi’s Stew Hume hears the new system during a tour of the facilities. From its humble beginnings in 1984, L-Acoustics has secured itself as one of the premium producers of loudspeakers within the live events industry. The company has seen year-on-year expansion with the HQ rapidly outgrowing its main building, which it moved in to 13 years ago. L-Acoustics currently takes up four buildings in the Marcoussis…
Elation Professional’s cutting-edge Emotion moving head digital light won an award for innovation in the video category at the CUE Show in Rotterdam, The Netherlands Held biennially, the CUE Show is the premier event for entertainment technology in The Netherlands. “We are extremely pleased that the Emotion won an award for innovation as it has truly opened up digital lighting to a whole new audience,” commented Marc Librecht, Sales and Marketing Manager for Elation Professional in Europe. “The goal was to make a digital lighting product that was accessible to a greater number of users and Emotion has done that.…
Following 2015’s launch of White Light’s audio department, the company will continue building its audio expertise and equipment catalogue all throughout 2016. With a commitment to offering the very latest technology within the audio industry, this has seen a host of prolific clients use the company solely for its audio services. The company’s reputation as a leading audio supplier has now been further enhanced by its latest investment in the DPA d:screet 4080 and DPA d:vote 4099 microphones. DPA Microphones offer sound innovation for all areas of the entertainment industry. As one of the first miniature microphone developers, the company has paved the way for creative…
