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07 February 2025

USA - When Sunset Blvd. made its return to Broadway, sound designer Adam Fisher turned to Masque Sound to bring director Jamie Lloyd’s revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical to life at the St. James Theatre.

Fisher’s collaboration with Masque Sound was his first with the rental house and his first as a lead designer on Broadway. “I had never worked with Masque Sound before, but my associate sound designer Josh Hummel and production sound engineer Mike Wojchik have a good relationship with Scott Kalata at Masque Sound, which ultimately convinced me to work with them.

“I had many excellent conversations with Scott and the level of support and innovation Masque Sound brought to the table exceeded all expectations. I was also very impressed with how the company handled the complex and unique outside RF requirements that were required

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07 February 2025

USA - Allman Betts Family Revival wrapped a 19-stop USA tour at the San Francisco Fillmore on 21 December. What has become an annual tradition to celebrate the music of the Allman Brothers Band is led by Devon Allman and Duane Betts, sons of original members Gregg Allman and Dickey Betts.

The touring show relied on Meyer Sound MJF‑208 stage monitors that went on the road to stops at legendary venues around the country. Devon once again specified the Meyer Sound wedges for the tour. “Absolute best in the biz,” he said about the Meyer Sound touring wedges after wrapping in San Francisco.

The Fillmore features a house system anchored by Panther large-format linear line array loudspeakers and 2100‑LFC low-frequency control elements.

Nathan Gilberg, FOH engineer and production manager on the tour, comments, “We’ve been using M

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06 February 2025

Austria - Hugo von Hofmannsthal’s Medieval morality play Jedermann has become a classic centrepiece of the world-renowned Salzburg Festival. First performed in 1920 – directed by Max Reinhardt – when the festival was inaugurated, it has been staged most years since then in the city’s magnificent Domplatz (Cathedral Square).

2024 saw the staging of a new, fresh, contemporary, and acclaimed version created by Canadian director Robert Carsen, who was also the scenographer, and costume designer Luis Carvalho. Lighting was designed by Carsen and Giuseppe di Iorio, with the latter specifying Robe iForte LTXs to deal with all the essential key lighting needed to bring the work alive and disrupt preconceptions about how the play can be presented.

Jedermann was performed nightly throughout the five-week 2024 event, either in Cathedr

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06 February 2025

USA - Country Music Hall of Fame member and 15-time Grammy winner Ricky Skaggs spent December sharing the gift of bluegrass on the Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas holiday show. Bandit Lites provided the lighting for the acoustic style concert that included classic songs as well as original hits.

Bandit Lites lighting designer and project manager Craig Richter designed the system to wrap around the stage, laying it in an arch and stringing festoon fixtures between the pipe and base fixtures. 
“I chose to go with fixtures that would not blind the audience and would give a nice look onstage even when they are not on, and the Portman P2 EVO was the perfect fixture for that,” said Richter. “I added Robe Halos to help compliment the P2 EVO’s as well as give the lighting director a fun fixture to do some pixel effects with.”

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06 February 2025

UK - London’s University of Greenwich has unveiled its Shared Hub for Immersive Future Technologies (SHIFT), a £1m facility dedicated to advancing multichannel sound composition, immersive audio and visual performance. Central to SHIFT’s success is Genelec monitoring, which provides the spatial precision needed for innovative sound production.

At the heart of the new Immersive Sound Lab, located in the King William Building of the Old Royal Naval College, is a 32.4 spherical array of Genelec Smart Active Monitors comprising 32 8331 three-way monitors and 4 7350 subwoofers. Calibrated using GLM software, the system supports high-resolution ambisonic recordings and formats including Atmos, DTS:X and Auro 3D – pushing creative boundaries in sound composition.

“There was only ever one choice for our new Immersive Lab,” says Andrew Knight-Hill,

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06 February 2025

Spain - Bose Professional is showcasing a slate of new products and pro audio solutions at ISE 2025.

Bose Professional is presenting an ecosystem of loudspeakers, electronics, software, and services at ISE booth 3N200 in the Multi-Technology Hall, including an exclusive look at new high-performance loudspeakers and hardware coming later in the year. Product experts will conduct scheduled demonstrations every 30 minutes in a dedicated room within the booth.

ISE attendees will have the opportunity to experience EdgeMax LP proprietary directional loudspeakers, which combine surface-mount performance with the form factor of an in-ceiling product. Also on display will be the new AMU108-120 and AMU208-120 loudspeakers, which deliver wide coverage, high output, vocal clarity, and rich musical depth for a range of applications.

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06 February 2025

Spain - HH Audio has announced the launch of a significant number of new products, as well as updates to some of its existing ranges.

The new products reflect the company’s drive to grow its business within the audio sector, with a focus on professional, commercial, and portable solutions which address the widest possible range of requirements.

Visitors to ISE Barcelona can catch first sight of these new developments at booth 7L150, Hall 7, where the HH Audio team will be on hand to discuss the comprehensive range of applications they address.

For commercial audio settings the elegant new Aptur range introduces ceiling, pendant, column array, and subwoofer loudspeakers, whilst the new CL Series of passive column array loudspeakers places cutting edge technology in a sleek and unobtrusive enclosure for solutions in acoustically challenging a

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06 February 2025

Spain - Sony has returned to ISE to present its latest portfolio of products and solutions that cater to the retail, corporate, education, content and virtual production sectors.

Designed to support customers in creating connected experiences, Sony’s booth will showcase its latest offerings - including the new Remote Device Manager for BRAVIA Professional Displays and latest firmware update for the SRG A40 & A12 PTZ cameras with AI analytics – both of which build upon the existing high-quality technology that customers know and love.

Based in Hall 3, Booth 3E300, Sony is inviting visitors to meet with its industry experts and view the latest demonstrations of its products and solutions that add significant value and enhance creative freedom across its core markets - with dedicated areas that simulate each of its core environments such as a mo

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06 February 2025

Portugal - Next Audiogroup has introduced the new SP12, a high-output, full-range, three-way point-source system designed for sound reinforcement in a wide range of applications.

SP12 is incorporates dual 12-inch neodymium LF drivers and an advanced coaxial two-way ring radiator, coupled with an externally rotatable 80° x 45° waveguide.

This waveguide combined with the dipolar configuration of the 12-inch drivers ensures controlled directivity down to approximately 500 Hz, maintaining consistent dispersion pattern. This precision-engineered technology guarantees crystal-clear audio reproduction and impressive directional control.

To fulfil all performance needs, the SP12 is equipped with a powerful, ultra-efficient 3-channel, network-capable Class D amplifier, providing a peak output of 3,840 W. The onboard advanced DSP operates at a 96kHz

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05 February 2025

Europe - Power and data connectivity solutions specialist Link has announced the acquisition of Agora's assets and intellectual property. Founded in 2012 by David Rocher in Poitiers, France, Agora is known for its innovative networking solutions, including the Ghost Switch platform and advanced network management software for the entertainment and broadcast industries.

"This acquisition represents a significant step in Link's strategy to provide comprehensive power and data solutions to our global customers," says Marco Piromalli, CEO of Link Group. "Agora's expertise in network management and control systems perfectly complements Link's power distribution and connectivity portfolio. By combining our strengths, we can offer entertainment and broadcast professionals complete, integrated solutions that streamline their operations and enhance performance."

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05 February 2025

UK - A team of engineers from audio specialist tube uk worked through freezing temperatures, icy winds and snow to deliver sound systems for the two key areas of Bradford’s spectacular UK City of Culture Opening Event, staged in City Park.

The show, RISE, was created by award-winning director Kirsty Housley and Bradford-born magician Steven Frayne (formerly known as Dynamo), with a cast of around 200 including poets, rappers, aerialists, dancers, an orchestra, community choirs and more. Attended by 20,000 spectators over two fully sold-out nights, it kicked off Bradford’s year as the UK’s Capital of Culture.

tube uk’s work was system designed, and project managed by Melvyn Coote. The Manchester-based company was working directly for Bradford 2025 under the direction of the production and technical management of Thomas Reilly and Jaco

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05 February 2025

Italy - Turin’s Kappa FuturFestival was billed as Italy's largest EDM event. It was staged at Parco Dora, an evocative urban park where metal pylons, rather than trees, mark many paths.

Rising out of the ruins of an abandoned Fiat and Michelin manufacturing complex, the 456,000sq.m park exudes a stark and hauntingly moving aura with concrete towers and 30m high metal beams dotting its grounds.

For the 85,000 or so who attended the music was performed by many of the world's leading EDM artists, including Tale of Us, Skrillex, Tiësto, and Carl Cox.

Accenting that music with a bold, futuristic lighting design that incorporated the architectural elements of Parco Dora, was Giovanni Ricciardi, who described the process this way: "This year, in addition to taking care of the lighting part of all the stages of the Kappa FuturFestival, I took care

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05 February 2025

Spain - Many of Broadway’s and West End’s largest theatrical houses rely on DiGiCo’s Quantum7T mixing console show-after-show. Now, much more modestly-sized performing arts venues and regional touring productions also have reason to celebrate with the ISE 2025 launch of a “T” software version of its most compact Quantum Range desk, the Quantum225T.

Boasting powerful, refined hardware and Quantum processing, the Quantum225T’s functionality and worksurface are instantly reconfigured to provide the specialist theatre programming tools that deliver the versatility needed for theatre sound design, rehearsal, and show operation. In particular, Quantum225T users will quickly appreciate the console’s intuitive programming and workflow that enhances the cue system with DiGiCo’s renowned Auto Update and cue data management tools.

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05 February 2025

Spain - In Barcelona, Claypaky will unveil two new moving head lighting fixtures in the Arolla Aqua Series.

Equipped with a custom 900W white LED light source, Arolla Aqua LT delivers over 40,000 lumens. This consistent and unwavering output rivals high-power-range lights and the size can compete with medium-power fixtures, offering unmatched versatility for diverse lighting needs.

The Arolla Aqua LT's centre-weighted peaked beam is optimized for a more consistent illumination and quality of light. Its 4°-52° zoom range empowers seamless transitions and dynamic effects, thanks to the high zoom speed, the ultra-intensive narrow beam and a 170mm (6.7 in) front lens.

In moving heads with large lenses, sunlight can often sneak in, reflecting internally and causing heat buildup that risks damaging crucial components like gobos and colour filters

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05 February 2025

Spain - UK manufacturer XTA Electronics has made a strong start to 2025 with the launch of the XTA DP648 Audio Management System, which went on show for the first time at NAMM and makes its European debut at ISE.

Building on more than 30 years of design in system processing and loudspeaker management processors, the DP648 is crafted to partner the MX36 console switcher.

The DP648 retains the popular 4-input, 8-output format and features an optional Dante card, allowing for a combination of AES3, analogue, and Dante/AES67 to be used. Comprehensive system processing is provided by dedicated input and output processing similar to the DP448 but enhanced with the multiband dynamic DEQ algorithms from the XTA DP548 and SIDD processors.

The system offers full front panel control and Ethernet remote control via Audiocore Amped Edition, with integrati

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05 February 2025

Spain - Clear-Com is launching the FreeSpeak Icon beltpack, an addition to its FreeSpeak family of wireless intercom systems. Designed to meet the evolving needs of technical teams across broadcast, live performance, corporate AV, sports, worship markets and more, the new beltpack offers connectivity, ergonomic design, and advanced features.

The FreeSpeak Icon beltpack combines the powerful RF capabilities of the 1.9 GHz (DECT) frequency with an array of user-focused innovations, including nine configurable buttons, four individual channel volume controls, and support for the latest Bluetooth 5.3 technology. These features allow users to manage extensive communication channels while ensuring comfort and ease of use, even during long production hours.

“We designed the FreeSpeak Icon beltpack to provide a versatile, high-performance solution for powe

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05 February 2025

Spain - Coda Audio has announced the launch of APS-Pro. The APS-Pro Series comprises two models. APS-Pro-D has a 10° cabinet angle for long throw and high granularity of control, whilst APS-Pro-S has a 30° cabinet angle for short throw and wide near field coverage.

Developed from the successful APS series, APS-ProS and APS-Pro-D are compact, 3-way, arrayable point source loudspeakers, designed for small and medium sized venues where a powerful and scalable solution is required. These latest Coda Audio additions bring versatility to the sector by allowing for a blend of precision and coverage.

Both models deploy new versions of Coda Audio’s Dual Diaphragm Coaxial Curved Wave Driver (DDC) for mid/high frequency. These new drivers are built to generate the appropriate 10° and 30° wavefronts at source, without having to rely on waveguides or flares

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05 February 2025

Spain - At ISE 2025, Pan Acoustics is presenting ‘the world's longest loudspeaker’, the Pan Beam Maximus.

More than 100 drivers are integrated in the Pan Beam Maximus. The high sound pressure level speaker has a typical range of 300m and even more when transmitting speech. Thanks to its precise multi-beam steering and crystal-clear sound, this giant is designed for covering large areas with music and speech at major events.

The fully functional loudspeaker with Dante application can be experienced at ISE on stand 7B100.
    

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05 February 2025

UK - TSL’s James McBride is an inspiration for aspiring live event technicians. After completing a live event technician apprenticeship at TSL, delivered in partnership with Access Industry, McBride achieved a Distinction - the highest grade attainable.

McBride joined TSL in 2022 following a successful degree course in Television Production Technology so was able to make an immediate start with a good level of background knowledge.

“You get given the bare bones of the theory at university, and to be honest with you, the apprenticeship has taught me a lot more about the different departments and how everyone works together to produce a show.”

Joining the team at TSL while coming out of COVID, a notable obstacle for all in the creative industry, McBride used his prior broadcast engineering knowledge to leverage his way into his new career

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04 February 2025

Europe - L-Acoustics has announced its participation in Treble Technologies' Series A funding round, alongside a strategic partnership between the two companies.

This strategic partnership unites the two companies in a shared mission to transform how audio professionals design and optimise sound experiences. By combining L-Acoustics' sound system expertise with Treble's acoustic modelling technology, the brands are creating a more powerful and efficient workflow for their partners, from venue acoustics to system design, says a statement.

Treble's wave-based simulation technology addresses complex acoustic phenomena including diffraction, phase effects, and wave interference - particularly in the low-frequency domain. Their hybrid solver achieves these detailed calculations up to 100 times faster than conventional solutions, enabling partners to analy