Australia - Opening its doors in Alexandria, Sydney on Thursday 5 and Friday 6 October, TDC Studios will give film, TV, events and advertising industry professionals up-to-the-minute insight into research and development, an opportunity to try and test out technology and participate in discussions about XR and Virtual Production.
“Australia is becoming a centre of excellence in digital filmmaking,” said David O’Connor (DOC), technical project manager at TDC Studios. “Virtual production has grown significantly over the past few years and we’re seeing a boom in high-end production techniques that mirror that growth.”
For this event, TDC Studios will be showcasing innovations with technology from ARRI, Barco, GhostFrame, Megapixel VR, Pixotope and others to demonstrate the very latest in XR technology through demonstrations of XR broadcast workflows, augmented reality and tracking techniques that will allow them to seamlessly blend live and virtual worlds.
The XR Showcase at TDC Studios will provide Australian film, television, production and advertising production staff as well as members of the Australian Cinematography Society (ACS), and the honorary Visual Effects Society the opportunity to discover the world of possibilities that XR and virtual production can create.
USA - Following the success of its open day in May this year, Martin Audio North America has moved the location of its next open day from Maryland to Texas, where it will adopt a similar formula on 3 October.
The destination this time will be the Coppell Arts Centre in Dallas where a morning session at 10am will be followed by a later presentation at 2pm.
Explaining the choice of venue, Lee Stein VP of sales, North America, says: “Texas is a key state for many influential system integrators, and it also has a thriving live sound community. We’ve also used this venue previously and it’s well suited to our demos.”
The product demonstrations themselves will once again be led by UK-based presenter-in-chief Robin Dibble, supported by the entire US team.
As with the recent UK open days, Martin Audio will line up many of its premier systems, including WPM, WPS, and WPC from the Wavefront Precision optimised line array series, the full range of Torus constant curvature loudspeakers, the new FlexPoint series of point source loudspeakers and powerful XE stage monitors. The 15in triaxial point source loudspeaker, THS will be making its US debut.
Everyone is welcome to attend either of the time slots, and food and beverages will be provided. Summing up the event, Stein says: “These open days enable us to put on a fully-fledged demonstration of our strongest ever line-up of live sound and performance install product, and the whole team is excited to showcase to new and existing customers what is achievable with Martin Audio.”
UK - CVP will be holding its third annual Production Technology Showcase this year at four different locations in Europe and the UK. The events of this year’s expanded programme kick off on Thursday 5 October at CVP’s European HQ in Brussels, before moving on to be hosted in Glasgow, Manchester, and Bristol during November.
The CVP Production Technology Showcase provides a platform for visitors to explore the latest production solutions, technology, and insights across a wide range of the company’s products and services, from engineering and repairs to finance and technical advice. This year’s showcase includes ARRI ALEXA 35, DJI Ronin 4D, RED Komodo X, Blackmagic and the latest releases from the Sony Cinema Line and Canon’s EOS range.
Workshops will run throughout the day - across two days in Manchester and Bristol - and the focus will be on real-world case studies featuring expertise and guidance from both CVP experts, industry representatives, and key suppliers to the industry.
“The Production Technology Showcase has become a really important event in our calendar, and we are delighted to be able to roll it out further than we have before, enabling us to get face-to-face with our customers both in Europe and around the UK," said John Fry, CVP CEO. “The industry is changing rapidly once more, and it’s perhaps more important than ever for our customers to be able to get hands-on with the latest kit before making buying decisions that will affect their business over the coming years.”
Australia - Sydney-based TDC is at the forefront of the virtual production market. The Australian company, established since 1981, owns and operates purpose-built VP facilities in Sydney, supported by a team of experts. The team can partner with a production from concept to completion, while providing a deep knowledge of the processes and technology needed for video display, real-time rendering platforms, server hardware, playback platforms, camera tracking, remote connectivity, and content delivery.
It has delivered large scale virtual production facilities for TV, commercials, corporate films and blockbuster movies including Marvel’s Thor: Love and Thunder and hit psychological thriller Mercy Road, which was Australia’s first fully virtual production shoot. Mercy Road was released in Australia and the US in August, 2023.
VFX supervisor Andrew Robinson at VFX Studio Heretic Foundation worked on the filming of most in-car scenes for Mercy Road at TDC Studios. He said: “VFX creation and virtual productions are transforming the quality and speed of how productions are being made. They are also improving on-set decisions as well as team collaboration, unlocking more creative freedom for filming dynamic scenes.”
As demand has grown, so has TDC’s offering. TDC has supplied large LED volumes to create various virtual production stages in a variety of venues and warehouse conversions, including many of the stages at Disney Studios.
Michael Hassett, TDC’s founder and managing director, says the demand for creati
UK - GLP has reported its best PLASA Show footfall for a number of years. According to the head of GLP UK, Simon Barrett, this was partly because of its unmissable stand - immediately inside the entrance - but also because it placed a clear focus on promoting the new impression X5 product family integration - and the quality and integrity of light emanating from its new colour engine. But equal focus was placed on GLP’s highly professional, and ever-expanding, technical and customer support team.
The sophistication was manifest in Andrew ‘Twiggy’ King’s choreographed lightshow, which demonstrated the entire impression X5 Family. This included the impression X5 Wash, impression X5 Compact, X5 IP Bar, X5 IP Maxx and impression X5 Bar 1000 - the last two being shown in the UK for the first time. This was played out to Ludovico Einaudi’s haunting and beautiful Divenire on a purpose-designed stand for which GLP’s German set builders were used for the first time.
The serious business, of course, was dressed in the aspic of fun. This year GLP separated its hospitality area, where many visitors indulged in the ‘Stein of Fortune’, a play on the ‘Wheel of Fortune’ and an opportunity to keep the lime green theme going. Another popular and ever-present co-opted member of the team for the past five years has been Henry the Barista. Flamboyant and a real ambassador of the arabica bean, it’s highly improbable that any other stand could have served better.
“We always book the coffee on the proviso that Henry comes with it,” smiles S
Spain - Integrated Systems Events has announced the expansion of its senior leadership team with key appointments ahead of ISE 2024. Tom Barker-Harrold joins as senior marketing director and Jeroen Perquin as senior finance director.
“At ISE, we have ambitious goals for the future so it’s important that we have the right team in place to get us there. Tom and Jeroen join at an exciting time, as we prepare for our special 20th anniversary edition at ISE 2024, and we’re thrilled to welcome their unique knowledge, insights and experiences to our dynamic and international team,” says Mike Blackman, managing director, Integrated Systems Events.
Jeroen joined as senior finance director at ISE earlier this year and is based in The Netherlands. Jeroen brings extensive international finance experience from the energy, engineering and IT business to the company, working for both large multinationals as well as start-up companies.
Tom, based in the UK, joined in August and will oversee the company’s marketing and content strategy across multiple platforms in the lead up to its flagship event. Tom brings over 15 years’ experience within the AV industry to his new role.
To complement the expansion of the senior leadership team, ISE has also welcomed Lara Mayer as manager of business development & special projects.
The ISE sales team is completed by Siqi Deng as sales assistant and Antonia Lennon as sponsorship manager. The ISE Marketing Team added Gordon Wong as marketing executive earlier this year and the ISE operations team expand
Europe - Showgear, an all-round supplier of stage essentials, expendables and accessories, has introduced its biodegradable confetti, ‘transforming celebrations into eco-conscious experiences’.
In a world where sustainability is paramount, Showgear’s new biodegradable confetti allows revellers to celebrate with a clear conscience and to elevate their events while minimising their environmental footprint.
The new biodegradable confetti proudly carries the respected TÜV OK-biodegradable SOIL certification, assuring users that it will completely decompose in the soil, leaving no lasting environmental impact. In addition, the confetti is flame retardant and meets the stringent DIN4102-1 Class B1 safety standards, ensuring that celebrations are both stunning and safe.
Made from top-quality tissue paper, Showgear’s biodegradable confetti blends contemporary aesthetics with an enduring commitment to the environment. Designed for both professional machine and hand throwing, its versatility ensures seamless integration into any event.
“With a ‘Do Not Litter’ principle endorsed by TÜV, the biodegradable confetti underscores the importance of responsible celebration,” says Showgear. “Although it’s designed to decompose naturally, Showgear encourages users to keep event spaces clean as a conscious practice.”
UK - The Power of Events has announced its cross-four-nation tour to introduce the Event Industry Insight App. This roadshow will traverse the four nations, showcasing the potential of this app. It is designed to be an innovative tool for industry partners to help them with their insight/data and research needs.
All event professionals are invited to download it from the App/Google stores and register. Several projects are already looking to deploy the app to support their own research projects - including for Leeds Beckett University and also for supporting a freelance data insight project for later in the year with LIVE, Handle Freelance Solutions, UK Live Event Freelancers Forum and The Back Lounge - with more in the planning pipeline.
The Power of Events tour comprises over 20 engagements throughout October, launching in Wakefield at Production Futures On Tour on 28 September, then landing in Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and across England. The team will be visiting university and industry partner events alike, whilst engaging with the full spectrum of event professionals and the next generation.
As a way of thanking attendees for their attendance and engagement, there will be an extra layer of excitement with special prize draws throughout the tour. Attendees can participate in the exclusive prize draw by simply downloading and registering in the app, for a chance to win rewards including tickets for NFL London, ATP Tour Finals, Bournemouth 7s Festival, Drumsheds gigs, a choice of one of Reading/Leeds/Wireless/Latitude festivals, Disney100
UK - BeamZ Lighting enjoyed a busy three days at the PLASA Show in London, showcasing its technical lighting solutions.
“We would like to thank everyone who visited our beamZ booth at the PLASA Show in London. Our innovative, affordable lighting solutions fascinated industry professionals and set new standards in lighting technology,” said Mario Velders, CEO of beamZ Lighting (Tronios).
“Our presence at the PLASA Show was nothing short of spectacular. We unveiled our latest lighting marvels, leaving attendees spellbound. One of the stars of the show was the Ignite300LED 300W BSW, a powerful beam/spot/wash LED moving-head fixture that is ready to revolutionise live events and stage productions.”
The StarColor200, the latest addition to the StarColor family, a wall wash fixture known for its extensive colour spectrum and versatile control options, also took centre stage and received accolades from lighting designers and rental companies for its adaptability in creative lighting projects and architectural installations.
“We are very pleased with the overwhelmingly positive responses we received at the PLASA Trade Show,” continued Mario Velders. “Our team has worked tirelessly to develop these innovative lighting solutions, and the enthusiastic reception from UK industry professionals validates our efforts. We are excited to see our products making a significant impact in the world of entertainment and professional lighting.
“The successful participation in the PLASA Show reinforces our commitment to pushing the boundaries of
UAE - The Adam Hall Group reports a successful LD Systems day in Dubai. Together with the LD Systems sales partner Pro Lab, the global event technology manufacturer staged a one-day partner and customer event at the Pro Lab headquarters on 7 September. The highlight was the first hands-on demonstration of the LD Systems MAILA system in the United Arab Emirates.
After an introduction of the Adam Hall Group and its long history in the field of event technology, Viktor Wiesner, senior product manager, pro audio, guided the numerous attendees through the constantly growing LD Systems portfolio, followed by a detailed product demonstration of the MAILA (Modular All-Round Intelligent Line-Array) system by LD Systems field application engineer Jens Kleinhuis.
In general, LD Systems and Pro Lab placed a lot of emphasis on the intensive exchange between existing customers and potential interested parties and the LD Systems team from product management, product development and technical support.
After the MAILA live sound and touring solution, the focus was on LD Integrated Systems products for the AV fixed installation sector. In addition to the Questra planning and management software, visitors were given a detailed overview of the constantly growing LD Systems Install portfolio of loudspeakers, mixing amplifiers and matrix processors. The LD Systems Day was rounded off by the accompanying audio tools and stand solutions from Palmer and Gravity.
"The LD Systems day was a complete success," says Markus Jahnel, COO Adam Hall Group. "Together with our s
Germany - With the Opus - German Stage Award, Prolight + Sound will once again honour outstanding productions that have created impressive shows through the innovative use of event technology. The award ceremony will take place at Prolight + Sound 2024 (19 to 22 March) in Frankfurt. Both participants and the audience can submit projects until 03 November 2023 at www.prolight-sound.com/opus.
"Although many large event companies are now generating high profits again, a significant part of our industry is dependent on subsidies. The Opus - German Stage Award sets a shining example for the creative power, innovation, courage and perseverance of all those involved in these challenging times - and pays tribute to those who pull the creative strings behind the stages," states Mira Wölfel, director of Prolight + Sound.
The Opus has been honouring exceptional personalities and projects since 2002. The focus is on the technical realisation of theatre and musical productions, concerts, tours and corporate events. The honorary award is made possible by the initiative of the VPLT (Association of Media and Event Technology), the EVVC (European Association of Event Centres) and Messe Frankfurt.
An expert jury consisting of association members, representatives of Messe Frankfurt and other industry experts will again select the most outstanding projects from among the submissions.
In 2023, the Pandaemonium at the Staatstheater Kassel received the coveted prize. It wowe
UK - Rycote Windshields reports the resounding success of its recent ‘Meet the Team Event Day’. The event, held at Rycote’s new manufacturing facility in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, offered a hands-on experience that showcased the company’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and its close-knit partnership with its global network of dealers and on-location sound engineers.
The event, which took place on 5 September 2023, brought together valued partners, dealers, and sound engineers, for a day filled with engaging activities and insights. The highlight of the event was a comprehensive factory tour that allowed attendees to witness first-hand the meticulous craftsmanship and technology that goes into every Rycote product. They in fact, got to experience production for themselves as they were invited to get hands on, on the production line and create their very own Softie.
James Scott, operations director comments: “The factory tour was an eye-opening experience for our guests. They got to see first-hand the dedication of our great workforce and the advanced technology we deploy to manufacture our products. With Rycote products the attention to detail is key, and we take immense pride in exactly that, and it was evident in every step of the tour. It’s a testament to the quality that defines Rycote.”
Attendees were given an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Rycote’s cutting-edge manufacturing facility. They had the opportunity to observe the intricate processes involved in the production of Rycote’s windshields and shock mounts, gaining a
UK - The Nick Bache ABTT Cymru - Technician of the Year Award recognises the achievement of an individual who consistently delivers technical excellence.
Nick, who died earlier this year, had been technical and production manager at the Aberystwyth Arts Centre for 15 years.
This award is open to ABTT members and non-members alike working predominantly in Wales. The recipient will have usually pursued full employment in a backstage or production management role and they will have predominantly worked on the presentation of live performances in places of entertainment or on theatrical experiences in non-conventional spaces.
This award will be presented annually. The first award will be presented on 20 October at Aberystwyth Arts centre.
France - The PLASA-hosted technical lighting event, PlugFest, returns to Lille, France from 16-19 April 2024, bringing together lighting professionals from across Europe to test products and learn about protocols and standards.
Together with the expert hosts, Hamish Dumbreck (JESE Ltd), Wayne Howell (Singularity UK) and Peter Willis (Howard Eaton Lighting), PlugFest provides an opportunity for lighting manufacturers, developers, and technicians to test and debug their designs, as well as improve the connectivity of their products.
Besides interactive testing, PlugFest offers a programme of educational seminars, unpacking the most widely used protocols. And the organisers are pleased to announce that the 2024 event timetable has been extended for more in-depth testing time, without compromising the valuable conference offerings.
Further, attendees can join technical discussions on DMX512, RDM, sACN, Art-Net, RDMnet, LLRP, as well as other topics of interest such as Ethernet, DALI and Fixture Libraries - allowing product designers to ensure their products meet relevant standards and offer maximum interoperability.
PlugFest 2023 sold out well in advance, proving the ongoing value of the gathering for the technical lighting community. Register your interest to be the first to know when tickets go on sale for 2024 via http://plasa.me/plugfest2024
The Netherlands - Cisco Live 2023 took place in the Amsterdam RAI from earlier this year. Thearent, a company that specialises in the rental and sale of materials for professional purposes, transformed an area of the RAI for the event using Wentex Se Frame Modules.
Cisco Live is an event for IT professionals that focuses on education and training. With various topics being covered over the course of five days, it was necessary to have a number of different areas available for participants. Using a total of 5500 Wentex Set Frame Modules, Thearent transformed a single, large area of the RAI into several smaller spaces.
With different sessions taking place simultaneously, Wentex Acoustic Panels were also used for effective sound isolation. Highlite International is an official distributor of Wentex products and the SET Frame Modules come in different sizes. They can be quickly and easily joined together to make structures of various sizes and are suitable for displaying visuals or projection screens, creating exhibition stands and more.
UK - In step with the welcome return of the British summer, PLASA Show made a triumphant return to the Grand Hall of Olympia London from 3-5 September, spanning a third more floor space with a striking 28% increase in visitors.
Lee House, operations director for Ambersphere Solutions, says: “I was struck by a sense of nostalgia and excitement - PLASA Show has made a triumphant return! The hall was bustling with a diverse array of exhibitors and, most importantly, visitors who were eager to engage in meaningful conversations about their technological needs for the present and future. It was a jam-packed, unforgettable three days that left us eagerly anticipating what next year will bring."
Tom Mowat, hire account manager for Encore, concurs: “PLASA Show 2023 was absolutely incredible. It was fantastic to see the whole of the hall used by exhibitors. The attendance along with the quality of conversation is testament to just how important this event is in our calendar.”
Well over a third of visitors were final decision makers, and one in five were business owners or directors. Additional key job roles included technicians and programmers (one in ten), followed closely by sound engineers, lighting designers, technical directors and consultants. Half of the attendees work across concert touring, theatre, and live events, with a further 20% hailing from AV, broadcast and corporate sectors. Notably, this year saw a 9% increase in international visitors, with 17 more countries in attendance compared to 2022.
Adam Ironside, marketing manager for
The Netherlands - DirectOut is introducing Prodigy.MX, a multiformat audio matrix elevating the audio routing, converting, and processing capabilities of the Prodigy Series ‘to the next level’.
Prodigy.MX offers an impressive capacity of 1664 x 1668 audio channels, making it a formidable asset for professionals in need of versatile audio solutions. Its modular hardware simultaneously accommodates multiple audio formats, selectable between Dante, Ravenna/AES67, SoundGrid, AVB/MILAN, and MADI, and ensures seamless interconnectivity among them.
The modules feature bidirectional sample rate conversion (HD SRC), enabling connections across various clock boundaries. Operational control is facilitated through globcon control software, compatible with both Mac and PC, while local operation is simplified with an intuitive touch display, providing essential monitoring and control capabilities. Third-party control protocols, like Ember+, are available as options to ease integration into larger systems.
In its first release Prodigy.MX will already incorporate processing features, such as gain control for all inputs and outputs, and channel grouping. Additional DSP functions are planned for future updates, further expanding the application scenarios.
DirectOut is also introducing new high-channel count MADI modules shaped for the audio network slots of the Prodigy devices and adding extra capacity and flexibility to the series.
Claudio Becker-Foss, CEO and CTO at DirectOut, comments: “With Prodigy.MX we add an incredibly powerful infrastructure
UK - The winners of this year’s PLASA Awards for Innovation were announced last night at PLASA Show at Olympia London. The awards, run in association with LSi magazine, are respected industry-wide for celebrating future-focussed technology that improves safety, efficiency and performance through new methods and materials.
40 products were entered this year, with the judges ultimately awarding eight products, including one highly coveted Gold Award. This year’s judging team comprised 12 independent technical specialists from a wide array of backgrounds, chaired once again by chartered engineer and LSi columnist, James Eade.
The winning products and judges’ comments are listed below:
Astera, PlutoFresnel: The judges said that the versatility of this battery powered Fresnel-come-profile is unmatched and it will find a home in many rental companies.
Coda Audio, SPACE: The judges felt that although flat panel speaker technology is not new, this product provides an innovative approach to the market need for wall speakers to be heard and not seen.
Elation, Netron EN6 IP: The judges say that this device brings lighting control distribution and format conversion to the outdoors at an accessible price point.
Funktion-One, VX M-BEAM: The judges were impressed by the innovative speaker rigging system and how it will enable greater use of the products in venues with single-point hangs.
Martin, MAC Aura XiP: The j
UK - Classic Gear Live (stand A78) at this year’s PLASA Show, running from 3-5 September at London’s Olympia, offers a unique opportunity to get hands on with some of the lighting and audio products that have shaped our industry, from the 1973 Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon PA to the pioneering Vari-Lite Artisan console and VL2 and VL4 moving lights that featured in the band’s shows a generation later; from the unique cutaway lighting fixtures that graced Strand Electric’s famous West End showroom for years to the prototype and unique rep version of CCT’s Silhouette spotlight that shook up the fixture market; from the MMS memory lighting control that introduced the level wheel to the world to the custom mixing console that brought Cadac into the world of theatre.
But equipment is nothing without people, and Classic Gear Live will also offer an opportunity not just to see these remarkable products, but also to meet some of the people who made, sold or made use of them.
Many of these experts will be around across much of the show, always happy to talk. But to help those looking to plan their days, there are a number of scheduled ‘Meet The Expert’ times to guarantee you’ll find people on the stand:
SUN 3 SEPT:
11am: Sound designer Mike Walker talks about how sound designers influenced Cadac and Cadac became the standard tool for theatre sound designers for more than 30 years.
12pm: Jon Primrose of the Theatrecrafts / Strand Archive websi
UK - Backup is once again the lead charity on the #WeMakeEvents Support Hub at this year's PLASA Show. The #WeMakeEvents Support Hub brings together multiple charities and organisations that have been playing an integral part in supporting the industry.
The team will be on Stand A80 (part of the #WeMakeEvents Hub) to offer support, raise awareness of mental health and help remove the stigma that surrounds it. Trained mental health first aiders from Backup and Music Support will be on hand to provide advice and information for anyone who wants to talk, either for themselves or for someone they want to signpost to get industry help, throughout the show, with PLASA also bringing in EventWell to provide a specific Wellbeing and Safe Space for anyone who needs immediate help at the show.
On Monday 4 September at 11.30am in Seminar Theatre 3, Backup will also host a session entitled Neurodiversity and our Industry - the Advantages and Challenges. Host Jess Allan from Backup will be joined by counsellor/psychotherapist, Chris Madden, MBACP registered and part of MITC, Mig Burgess, senior lecturer, co-chair of the ABTT, Mental Health First Aid (England) instructor and a trustee at Backup, Daisy Simmons, a freelance lighting designer who, having graduated this year, is just starting out and was diagnosed as autistic in 2019, Dinesh Sattee, a freelance technician working in theatre, who has a couple of years’ experience in the industry and was diagnosed with autism as a child, and experienced mix engineer, Phil Wright, who was diagnosed with ADHD in child
UK - PLASA Show once again returns to Olympia London to showcase the future of live entertainment technology. From 3-5 September, the expanded show will set the stage for 239 brands, 112 educational sessions, and the meeting of thousands of industry professionals. Free tickets are available until 31 August, after which the price will increase to £15, then £20 on the door.
Lighting professionals can look forward to meeting Artistic Licence, Astera, Ayrton, Chauvet Professional, Claypaky, Elation, ETC, GDS, GLP, MA Lighting, Martin, Robert Juliat, ROXX, SGM, TMB, Vari-Lite and more leading brands. Plus, headline sponsor Robe will run impressive live demonstrations on its stand throughout the show.
Pro audio professionals can connect with brands such as Allen & Heath, AED Audio, BishopSound, d&b audiotechnik, DiGiCo, EM Acoustics, FBT Audio, Glensound, KV2 Audio, JBL, L-Acoustics, Midas, Nexo, Omega Pro Audio, OutBoard, Peavey, RCF, Sennheiser, Shure, Tannoy, Yamaha and more. Plenty of AV brands will be in attendance too, such as Canford Audio, Clear-Com, Epson, Green Hippo, Luminex, PSCo, Rosco and Tight AV.
Those who work with staging and rigging technology can shake hands with the likes of Area Four Industries, BroadWeigh, ChainMaster, CM-ET, Dirty Rigger, Doughty Engineering, Harlequin, Holotronica, J&C Joel, Lift Turn Move, Next Truss, Rigging Services, Steeldeck industries, Total Solutions Group, UK Rigging and
UK - Ayrton will officially launch its new IP65-rated Argo 6 fixtures at the PLASA Show (3-5 September, Olympia London) on 5 September 2023. Argo 6 FX will be exhibited on Stand C11 by Ayrton’s exclusive UK distributor, Ambersphere Solutions, alongside a wealth of other innovative LED products from the Ayrton portfolio.
For the first time in its history, Ayrton is launching a weather-sealed effects luminaire that offers as much creative potential indoors as outdoors. "Argo 6 presents a minimalist design incorporating features for total protection against harsh weather with easier internal access," the company says.
A new composite alloy, reduction in thickness of the parts, an optimised cooling system, simplified lens guidance, and integration of low-density optical components, mean Ayrton has been able to reduce overall weight by 20%. Meanwhile, the placement of pan and tilt motors in the base and head of the luminaire avoids the constraint of weatherproofing the yoke arms. A new submersible ventilation system in a non-waterproof compartment allows for optimal cooling.
Available as Wash or FX versions, Argo 6 is equipped with 19 LEDs of 40W with RGB+W additive colour synthesis that can deliver a light output of 13,000 lumens. Its 280mm front window is designed to ensure optimal visuals. Argo 6 can obtain a highly intense beam with a zoom ratio of 14:1 and a wide zoom range from 4° to 56°.
Argo 6 FX is a versatile fully-equipped luminaire designed for a multitude of applications. It borrows from the main features of the Wash versi
UK - Robe looks forward to the buzz and energy of another PLASA expo at Olympia where it will be launching three new products and debuting a new live performance concept on stands A70 & C28. Designed to create drama, excitement and anticipation, visitors will be drawn to the booths by Robe putting a real live production at the heart of the event.
Robe’s partner companies Anolis and Artistic Licence will be on adjacent stands and this area of the show floor will be a lively and interactive ‘takeover’ space where all are welcome to enjoy the tech, innovation and drama.
Products being launched at the show include:
iForte LTX WB is an ultimate long throw LED wash beam for all environments, developed for stadium shows, concerts and all events and spectaculars where serious intensity is needed over massive distances. The iForte LTX WB can create an imposing visual statement with its beautiful solid beam and 245mm front lens.
Robe’s Forte Fresnel and PC washes also utilise the brand’s revolutionary Transferable Engine technology and this maintains super bright light quality over time, combined with an innovation-packed high-output wash luminaire.
Both products deliver powerful, intense washes without losing any theatrical subtlety or control, featuring either the classically soft Fresnel beam or the slightly more defined PC beam, they are great for any performance space and application.
The new Robe TE 1,000W XP (Xtra Performance) White 6,700 K LED Transferable Engine generates 90.200 lumens. Both models output over 41,00
UK - The Institute of Professional Sound (IPS) is turning up the volume on its Pro-Audio Show 2023 at Greenford Hall in west London on Saturday 14 October. The event is totally dedicated to sound professionals.
With live Q&A sessions, over 30 international exhibitors representing more than 70 brands, and UK debuts of a number of technology products, the free one-day event caters for ‘everybody with a passion for professional sound’. In addition to providing access to technology experts from across Europe, the IPS says its remit stretches even further.
“Depending on working genre, the nature of sound work can be quite solitary from a craft point-of-view, and the IPS Pro-Audio Show is about redressing that balance,” says show coordinator Ian Sands.
“While the show serves the entire sound community across TV, radio, film, production, post, live events, games, music recording and education, it is not just an industry sound show; it is also about building communities and bringing people together.
“With the majority of sound people working in freelance roles, shows like the IPS Pro-Audio show are vital because they provide opportunities for freelancers to gather and to build networks. It is as much about inclusivity and community as it is about the equipment.”
Exhibitors from across the UK and Europe will be on hand to introduce their newest technologies, including UK debuts from the likes of Sound Devices’ complete Astral range of wireless audio products, and Bubblebee Industries’ new tailored Windbreaker for windshield