Digital Projection will kick off its 30th anniversary celebrations at Integrated Systems Europe 2026, with the Barcelona show marking the start of a year-long programme commemorating the company’s position as the worldwide benchmark for high-end projection technology. To celebrate, visitors to stand 3K900 can expect a spectacular projection-mapped birthday cake centrepiece and a raft of new product innovations, including a new 8K flagship laser projector and the first products from the recently launched TITAN Luma range of compact projectors. The stand – shared with, but distinct from, that of Digital Projection’s sister company, Vivitek – will also feature an immersive…
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As part of its growth across the Rental & Staging and XR markets, Absen has hired Alistair Mizon, a specialist in product strategy and technical development. Absen has dedicated significant efforts in recent years to expanding its live event solutions portfolio. Mizon’s appointment as its new Product & Technology Manager for Rental & Staging and XR in Europe will aid the drive for product strategy, supporting technical development and helping partners to deliver outstanding results. Drawing on a broad background in product management, technical consultancy and operational delivery from his time at adi.tv and Mizon Events, Mizon will focus initially…
Robert Juliat is primed to return to Barcelona to exhibit at ISE 2026 (3 to 6 February), on Stand C300 in Hall 6. The stand is located in a prime position beside the Live Events Stage area, which is hosting free-to-attend sessions with expert speakers from the live events industry. Robert Juliat will be showing its brand new, comprehensive range of Compact LED followspots which includes the new Berlioz, Tristan and Morgane followspots. Uniquely, Tristan (7°-14° zoom) and Morgane (13°-24° zoom) are available as Cool White or Variable White models, the latter ranging from 3000K to 6300K. This allows the colour…
Elation is set to showcase its ‘strongest line-up to date’ at ISE 2026, anchored by PARAGON, REBEL, and the broadcast and theatre-optimised KL Series, in addition to PROTEUS. PARAGON LT: The latest addition to the award-winning PARAGON series, PARAGON LT is a long-throw LED profile built for stadiums and large-scale productions. Its 1300W variable-CRI engine blasts up to 52,000 lumens with a 3.7° to 49° zoom, full FX suite, swappable lens options, and IP54 protection. REBEL WASH 4 / REBEL WASH 12: Expanding the REBEL line, these powerful wash luminaires deliver rich colour, big output, crisp aerial beams, and IP65…
Bluegrass musician Billy Strings’ 2025 tour, built around his 2024 album, Highway Prayers, mixed headlining arena and amphitheater dates with festival slots and international shows. Lighting was designed by Colorado-based Saxton Waller, who chose 37 Robe iFORTES and 26 MegaPointes at the heart of the lighting rig, which, for the Fall US leg of the tour, was supplied by Nashville-based Bandit Lites. Saxton had been off the road for a few years immediately before this opportunity came up, although still busy lighting, programming, design engineering, and CAD drawing, but just not touring. However, he was recommended by several sources to…
Mennegat Trading has been named the exclusive new distributor for HH Audio in the Netherlands. Kyle Watson, EU Division Manager at HH Audio, commented: “The appointment of Mennegat Trading BV is a crucial step for HH Audio in the European market. Their expertise and reputation in the Dutch AV market are invaluable and will help us strengthen our position as a key professional audio brand in Europe.” With over 25 years of expertise, Mennegat works closely with their broad network of system integrators, installers, contractors and rental companies, providing solutions for corporate buildings, meeting spaces, hotels, retail spaces, educational facilities…
What is the goal of the ConvertIP Series? “Matrox Video developed ConvertIP with the goal of bridging the gap between traditional baseband video systems and emerging IP-based infrastructures. As a company deeply rooted in both the broadcast and pro AV markets, Matrox Video leveraged its extensive experience with SMPTE ST 2110 to extend this technology to pro AV areas such as live events, medical, military, and government environments. ST 2110 had already revolutionised broadcast workflows by enabling uncompressed, high-quality video transmission over IP networks. With the development of the IPMX standard, an initiative tailored specifically for professional AV applications and…
At today’s live music and entertainment events, the quality and level of immersion delivered by production teams have never been more important. Driven by truly spectacular visual and audio experiences, audience expectations are at an all-time high, and artists need to ensure that the impact of every show is optimised for each venue, regardless of location. A huge amount of creative effort goes into the production process, with set, lighting, video and sound design integrating to create a seamless visual identity that can be re-imagined for each performance. Less well-known is the role that logistics plays in channelling the efforts…
How did your interest in live events develop? “As a nerdy kid growing up in the South, I was completely obsessed with concerts. I’d load a Lego stage into a toy truck and ‘tour’ it around my bedroom, imagining different shows night after night. By the time I was 12, I was spending a lot of time in church learning the technical elements, running cameras, and learning my way around the audio console. In fact, we used that console to mix the cassette tapes sold in the church bookstore after services. To this day, music was always a driver. I…
In live production, we’re very good at looking after the show. We’re not always so good at looking after ourselves. Yet our ability to deliver world-class events rests entirely on people who are healthy, supported and able to stay in this industry for the long term. The PSA has made member welfare a core part of what we do – not a bolt-on. A big part of that is working with the charities and organisations that already do this brilliantly, and making sure our members know how to find them and feel confident using what they offer. A great example…
Sound Devices [ACC North Level 2 – Booth #18103] will exhibit its comprehensive ecosystem of Astral family wireless devices at the 2026 NAMM Show, taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California from 20 to 24 January 2026. The Sound Devices team will be on hand to demonstrate all of Astral’s next-generation features – including a global tuning range of 169 to 1525MHz, proprietary NexLink remote control technology, and GainForward – which have made it essential to the RF operations of major touring artists including The Weeknd, Chappell Roan, Lorde, Maluma, and many more. In addition to the…
Absen will preview a line-up of innovative products at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 on stand 3M400. Taking centre stage will be a series of displays engineered for portability, durability, and visual performance. Absen’s presence at the show will underscore its commitment to advancing Micro LED technologies, driving higher resolution and greater reliability into every type of display application.The product showcase will feature significant upgrades across Absen’s core product lines, including: SA1.5 COB: The next generation of the Saturn (SA) platform: a 1.5mm pixel pitch COB rental display. It features advanced flip-chip COB technology for stunning visuals and enhanced reliability. Built…
Denmark-based Motor Stage Automation (MSA) recently supplied an automation system for Lewis Capaldi’s latest tour. The package included six custom pantographs and a special Austrian curtain, running on 500kg V-MOTION 40E drives and controlled by a MOVEKET EXPERT console. The automation elements were integrated into the show by production design specialist, Cassius Creative, led by Chris ‘Squib’ Swain and Dan Hill, working closely with Creative Director, Beki Mari. As soon as Production Manager, Nick Lawrie confirmed MSA as the tour’s automation supplier, Project Manager, Jimmy Johnson started the preparation with the production’s automation Crew Chief and Technician, Ben Hammett, supported…
For the fourth consecutive year, the Californian city of Paramount’s annual Tree Lighting Celebration was brought to life by the production team at Ambient Pro. Following the success of previous editions, Ambient Pro once again relied heavily on ADJ luminaires and effects to illuminate the main stage and create a magical moment when the city’s Christmas tree was officially lit. With Ambient Pro principal Victor Nava serving as Project Manager, the production continued to evolve, scaling up both creatively and technically to deliver an even more immersive experience for the thousands of local residents who attended. A defining highlight of…
TT+ Audio is primed to return to ISE 2026 with a focussed showcase of solutions for installation and live sound, featuring next-generation cardioid systems and advanced control technologies designed to simplify integration while raising audio quality standards. “At ISE 2026, we are introducing TT+ Audio solutions that give rental partners and integrators more control over coverage, consistency, and workflow,” said Alessandro Manini, Technical Director. “Our new arrays and control platforms are built to optimise performance in challenging acoustics and deliver the usual, top-tier TT+ Audio sound.” The GTX 7C active cardioid line-array module and GTS 16C cardioid subwoofer, offer variable…
KV2 welcomes visitors to demo room E6 for an immersive journey that reveals the secrets behind its point-source innovations. The exciting new concept will be presented in collaboration with Hologramica – a creative company blending innovation with holographic technology. With its patented 3D Holonet technology powered by Panasonic, Hologramica will help transform KV2’s demo room from a conventional listening session to an unforgettable immersive showcase that reimagines how audiences engage at tradeshows. Visitors will embark on a journey through KV2’s pursuit of perfect sound. The demo room presentation will highlight the diverse applications of KV2’s solutions, from hospitality and retail…
Van Damme cabling solutions continues to support the global production of Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour. Behind the scenes, the tour’s audio team oversees an intricate, ever-moving ecosystem designed to deliver the same emotional impact to millions of fans, night after night. This means every part of the signal chain has to be rock-solid – from city to city, climate to climate, and stage to stage. At the heart of this infrastructure is Van Damme cabling, woven throughout the tour’s audio pathways to support everything from front of house to monitors and backline. Its durability and consistency make…
LPS Lasersysteme has become the newest member of the Laserworld Group. The official announcement was presented during the Keynote at the Laserworld Group’s Open House Event in Berlin on 10 October. This step is regarded as a strategic milestone that strengthens the Laserworld Group’s global market penetration in the professional show laser system segment. It combines LPS’s long-time industry expertise with the Laserworld Group’s extensive, worldwide development, production, and distribution infrastructure. Founded in 1993 by Siegmund ‘Siggi’ Ruff, LPS Lasersysteme is located in Ofterdingen, Southwest Germany, and has been committed to the development and production of its own laser systems…
