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20 November 2024

USA - Christie has announced the launch of two new models in its Jazz Series, a family of 1DLP laser projectors that offer ‘exceptional performance without a premium price tag’.

Two 4K UHD+ projectors join the previously announced WUXGA models, which made their debut at InfoComm Asia. The new models, the 4K1600-JS and 4K2100-JS, feature 16,600 and 21,350 lumens respectively, and use Texas Instruments’ 0.8” HEP (High Efficiency Pixel) DMD for improved colour and contrast and a more efficient cooling system design.

Jazz Series projectors deliver high brightness and resolution in a manageable and compact chassis, weighing only 29.4 kg (64.8 lbs.). With its quiet operation, built-in warping and blending capabilities, and a full suite of compatible lenses, including UST, Jazz Series is ready to illuminate a range of projects – from concerts and

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19 November 2024

USA - Audix is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a manufacturer of microphones. Since 1984, Audix has grown to offer a wide range of microphones for audio recording, live performance, and installed sound applications. Today, product families for instruments, vocals, and studio recording enjoy a reputation for audio fidelity, build quality and sensible pricing.

To celebrate its history and continued innovation, the company has produced a limited edition of the D6 kick drum microphone. The Limited Edition D6X microphone has all the sonic attributes that makes D6 a classic, plus additional filtering options. Only 100 units of the bead blasted D6X Limited Edition will be produced and will be available through selected giveaways throughout the next months.

In 1986, the Audix OM1 handheld dynamic mic was born. The OM1 began to amass a word-of-mouth reput

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19 November 2024

UK - Shure has introduced the MXA902 + ANIUSB-Matrix Audio Conferencing Kit. The kit comes in a single, ready-to-go package that includes the MXA902 Ceiling Array Microphone with Built-In Loudspeaker, paired and pre-routed with the ANIUSB-Matrix Audio Network Interface for simple setup and seamless connectivity to popular conferencing platforms. The kit is certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms and works with Google Meet.

“With rising demand for better collaboration experiences in modern workplaces, IT managers require superior audio solutions to enrich communication, while maintaining simplicity in installation and operation,” said Sean Bowman, associate VP of sales, North America, at Shure. “The new Audio Conferencing Kit streamlines deployment and management, easily providing the flagship audio quality Shure is known for. This kit includ

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19 November 2024

Europe - Neutrik has further extended its etherCON TOP product offering to meet the demands of data networking in the field and addressing feedback directly from end users.

The NE8MXR-B-TOP retractable RJ45 carrier cable connector delivers the environmental protection of etherCON TOP with the capability to mate with etherCON and standard RJ45 receptacles – through a simple retraction of the shell, retaining this piece on the cable. The rugged diecast shell is retractable from the RJ45 plug to enable use in a wide variety of applications and with devices that do not use etherCON receptacles.

The carrier shell’s chuck type strain relief ensures its suitability for use in harsh application environments, for networks operating in entertainment production, media acquisition and beyond. IP65-rated protection against ingress of liquids and particulates

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15 November 2024

Europe - Highlite International has announced the new Furion Series from Infinity, a collection of IP65-rated, high-performance moving heads. The Furion Series combines power, precision and versatility with a comprehensive range of high-end features.

The Furion line-up offers eight models that span the essential categories of spot, profile, beam, hybrid and washbeam. Each is designed to enhance creativity and provide a comprehensive set of tools for lighting designers.

Each specific Furion model has its own strengths and is optimised with many built-in features for creative freedom to push the boundaries in professional environments.

The Furion Spots and Profiles (S602, S402, P602 and P402), for example, feature a 'flat field LED' light source that produces a uniform field of light with very little loss of brightness towards the edges. The Pr

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15 November 2024

UK - Coda Audio has announced the completion of its premium and versatile HOPS-Pro range, with the launch of the new HOPS10-Pro. The HOPS10-Pro has been designed in two versions - HOPS10T-Pro for touring and HOPS10i-Pro for installation.

The HOPS10-Pro is a high output three-way point source loudspeaker with an advanced triaxial design, featuring dual 10” neodymium ultra-low distortion cone drivers, and LF drivers to provide power and accuracy across low frequencies, and a 1.4” coaxial neodymium mid/high driver in a compact enclosure. This alignment of the acoustic centres ensures a perfectly coherent and uniform wavefront.

Complementing CODA Audio’s existing HOPS7-Pro and HOPS12-Pro models, HOPS10-Pro completes the range to ensure that users have maximum flexibility in addressing the widest variety of applications.

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15 November 2024

UK - CrowdGlow has announced a new addition to the CrowdNet family of products. The CrowdNet Nano transmitter is a small USB-based transmitter that allows lighting designers to control up to 2,000 phones at smaller sized shows to create amazing light shows. The new Nano transmitter is available for purchase with a life-time usage licence, compared to the company’s full-size transmitters which are dry hire only.

“The CrowdNet full size transmitters are suited to larger arenas and stadium sized shows, however we wanted to create a new product to cater for the smaller end of the market,” says CrowdGlow. “We’re thrilled to be able to enable the same level of high-end crowd light shows, but making them more economically feasible for smaller shows.”

The CrowdNet Nano has all of the same CrowdGlow features available including: RGB screen colours

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13 November 2024

USA/Europe - ETC has advanced its fanless product line further with the new High End Systems Halcyon Silent. This luminaire balances silent operation with the feature set of ETC’s flagship Halcyon family.

Suitable for concert halls, opera houses, and other noise-sensitive venues, Halcyon Silent is convection-cooled to eliminate distracting sounds. Acoustics specialists Müller-BBM conducted testing on the luminaire to confirm its quiet operation. At full intensity with background noise removed, Halcyon Silent sound levels measured at 13 dBa. Sound pressure levels less than 20 dBa are considered inaudible.

Halcyon Silent brings 18,400 lumens as well as a 5.5-60° zoom range to the stage. The fixture also arrives with a new patented colour-mixing system utilising 12 flags. With this technology, users can achieve brighter, more consistent pastels as w

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13 November 2024

Japan - Yamaha has announced its new, versatile PY64-D Dante interface card for DM7 series digital mixing consoles. Adding more flexibility, the PY64-D will help DM7 users to create an even wider range of bespoke live and installed sound systems.

The new PY64-D card expands the Dante connection on DM7 series mixers with sample rate converter (SRC) functions, ensuring straightforward connections for complex systems, including devices using different sampling frequencies.

In addition, by connecting the DM7’s built-in Dante connectors and those on the PY64-D card to different Dante networks, the DM7 console can be used as a bridge between them, providing a secure option. Sync ON and OFF modes are available, with the settings made from the console.

The PY64-D provides 64in/out at 96kHz with SRC, with primary and secondary connectors to support

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13 November 2024

USA - Designed to deliver ‘a far-reaching swathe of potent ultraviolet light wherever it is required’, the new UV Par 100IP from ADJ is a versatile and rugged LED-powered UV luminaire. With a tough construction, flexible mounting yoke, and ‘all weather’ IP65-rating, it is designed for rental and production companies looking for a flexible and professional solution that delivers the classic ‘black light’ look, says ADJ.

The UV Par 100IP features a powerful 100W C.O.B (Chip On Board) LED source, which has an average operational life span of 30,000 hours. It outputs ultraviolet light in the 390-399nm range, which generates a visible purple light as well as fluorescence effects that cause white and UV-active décor and materials to glow vividly. The fixture has a wide beam angle of 120°, allowing a single unit to cover a wide area of a stage or crow

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12 November 2024

USA - Audio Precision has announced the release of APx500 software version 9.0.1 Beta, now supporting ARM CPU architecture, commonly found in mobile and Apple silicon devices. 

This software version allows users to run APx500 directly on ARM-based Windows PCs, including the latest Microsoft Surface devices, and on Mac computers via virtual machine software such as Parallels Desktop. 

In the interest of getting this functionality to its Mac / ARM users as early as possible, AP is offering the 9.0.1 software as a feature-complete Beta to gather feedback before final validation. It is available as a download from the Audio Precision website for customers holding licences valid for APx500 v9.0. 

“This release is part of our effort in enabling broader access to AP’s high-performance audio analysis tools and fits into our legacy of empowerin

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08 November 2024

Europe - The Showtec Octostrip Flex is designed for creating ‘immersive atmospheres and mesmerising visuals at all sorts of events’.

The Octostrip Flex is an IP65-rated linear LED fixture consisting of eight LED strips, eight cables and a controller. Each LED strip has individually controllable RGBW LED sections, allowing the creation of intricate, dynamic lighting effects. Available in two different lengths, the 50cm version has four controllable sections per strip, while the 100cm version has eight controllable sections per strip.

The ability to flex your creative muscles begins during setup. With four 2.5m cables and four 5m cables to work with, there are countless configuration options. The strips can be mounted easily using the dedicated Octostrip Mounting Bracket or the QuickLock Bracket.

The RGBW LEDs are capable of producing a spe

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07 November 2024

Europe - Elation has delivered two additions to the SŌL Blinder series: the SŌL II and SŌL IV. Equipped with the same RGBLAW LED engine and accepting the same front lens accessories as the popular SŌL I Blinder, these new models have exponentially expanded the common blinder’s creative potential, says Elation.

With ultra-bright two- and four-cell configurations, the SŌL II and SŌL IV represent the next evolution in the SŌL series, offering ‘enhanced power, flexibility, and durability’.

Featuring RGB+Lime+Amber+White LED engines with 93+ CRI and an IP65 rating, both fixtures deliver ‘stunning brightness and precise colour accuracy’. The SŌL II’s two 350W LED engines radiate a combined 30,750 lumens of output, while the SŌL IV takes it up a notch with four 350W engines delivering 59,830 lumens. Whether used as standalone units or i

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07 November 2024

Europe - Neutrik has extended its range of ‘gig-ready’ robust stage boxes with the addition of the NA-4I4O-AES72 four-channel, AES72-4E model; complementing the new NA2 I-O DLINE range devices, with which it shares the signature ruggedised, miniature form factor.

AES72-4E defines a standard and wiring scheme for the assigning and transmitting of four channels of analogue or AES3 digital audio signals, DMX control signals, or various other COMS signals, via a single RJ45 connected quad twisted pair Cat cable, providing for lower-complexity connectivity networks with greatly reduced cable, connector, installation and termination costs and requirements. It’s a solution that substitutes the need for much more costly and high-maintenance multicore cabling in many types of applications.

The Neutrik NA-4I4O-AES72 exploits this capability within a rubb

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05 November 2024

UK - TiMax has announced the launch of TiMax panLab. Continuing its mission to democratise access to spatial audio, the new macOS application packs an augmented feature set to enable users to take spatialised audio designs further in both entry-level and large-scale systems.

TiMax panLab is the first major product release since both TiMax and panLab joined the Focusrite stable, marking the first step in a roadmap of product updates. At launch, TiMax panLab adds 3D rendering capabilities to QLab, alongside a wide range of mixing consoles and system processors and now for the first time, TiMax SoundHub.

The simplicity of the 3D user interface in TiMax panLab provides a powerful tool for creators to intuitively craft multi-dimensional audio soundscapes. The finely honed UX design of the original panLab spatial programming platform, skilfully developed b

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05 November 2024

USA - Bose Professional has announced the global availability of EdgeMax EM90-LP and EM180-LP, expanding the EdgeMax line of in-ceiling directional loudspeakers. The LP models bring powerful EdgeMax sound and asymmetrical coverage to smaller rooms and more challenging spaces, and work together with the original EdgeMax loudspeakers to deliver consistent performance across projects where specifications and installation conditions vary.

EdgeMax LP models have been specifically designed for smaller rooms with lower ceilings and challenging installation requirements. The new EdgeMax LP loudspeakers have a 4” backcan depth, 60% shallower than the original models, which makes EdgeMax LP suitable for rooms with above-ceiling limitations and tighter clearances. The new EdgeMax LP models also feature an 80° vertical coverage angle that is ideal for conference room

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05 November 2024

USA - Wireless load monitoring brand Broadweigh has announced its presence at this year’s LDI Show in Las Vegas this December. Visitors to the show can find Broadweigh at booth #2019 where the 9-tonne load cell will get its North American debut. The team will also be giving an exclusive preview of its innovations set for release in 2025.

“This is an exciting time for the Broadweigh brand," said Matthew Youngs, marketing manager at Broadweigh. “Our innovations are developed with a deep understanding of the demands faced by today’s live event professionals. We are therefore thrilled to bring our latest solutions to LDI and demonstrate how our products support a safer, smarter approach to event rigging and structural monitoring.”

Broadweigh’s wireless anemometer will also be on display on the booth, illustrating how it enables precise monito

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05 November 2024

Japan - Following the success of last year’s event, Brompton Technology has announced its return to Inter BEE 2024. The expo will see an expanded presence of Brompton’s LED video processing technology, which will be featured on the booths of key partners including INFiLED Japan, Ark Ventures, Sony Marketing, Leyard Japan, AOTO Electronics, Innovator One Co and d&b audiotechnik.

Brompton highlights at this year’s show include the latest Tessera v3.5 features, such as Dark Time Insertion, Frame Store, Hidden Marker Improvement, as well as the recent Q-SYS plugin integration. These enhancements further cement Brompton’s leadership in the virtual production (VP) and high-end LED installations sectors.

“We are honoured to be featured on our partners’ booths at Inter BEE 2024,” says Elijah Ebo, director of APAC Operations at Brompton. “

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31 October 2024

World - The Sharpy X Frame hybrid fixture – housed in a lightweight, compact design – features a powerful 550W arc lamp for extreme brightness and vivid, uniform colours.

Giovanni Zucchinali, Claypaky project support, says: “Hybrid floodlights were, and still are, a kind of fixture where LED light sources have not yet matched the performance of arc lamps. When we decided to develop this model, we chose to enhance an arc lamp-powered fixture with all the most advanced technologies our industry could offer in terms of optical features, effects, colour production and beam shaping.”

Alberico D'Amato, Claypaky's commercial director, says: "The Sharpy X Frame combines the features of a spotlight with a powerful, uniform beam, a beam moving light with an ultra-focused penetrating beam, a versatile, precise beam shaper and, when needed, a wash light.

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30 October 2024

UK - Nixer Pro Audio has announced the launch of two new products – the PD Ravenna and the RL Series – both powered by Merging Technologies' ZMAN card. These solutions are set to expand Nixer’s footprint in the broadcast, live, and installation markets by offering advanced monitoring capabilities across multiple Audio-over-IP (AoIP) standards, including Dante, Ravenna, AES67, and SMPTE ST 2110.  

The PD Ravenna is a compact, portable audio monitoring unit designed specifically for demanding broadcast control rooms and outside broadcast (OB) production vehicles. Capable of monitoring up to 64 Ravenna/AES67/ST 2110 channels, this device is tailored to meet the needs of professional sound engineers who require reliable and rapid audio confidence checking in fast-paced environments.  

"Our goal was to provide a flexible, easy-to-use tool for en

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30 October 2024

Europe - Sommer Cable’s new HDMI2.1 cable offers maximum robustness and optimally protects its sensitive inner workings from potential damage. The armoured structure of the cable ensures a high load capacity and allows a tensile strength of up to 80 kg. The HDMI connectors with their robust housings also offer maximum stability and can withstand a tensile force of up to 65 kg. Despite this extremely robust construction, the cable is surprisingly slim at just 5.8 mm and can be laid flexibly with a minimum bending radius of just 20 mm.

Thanks to the integrated AOC technology (Active Optical Cable), the transmission of high-speed content is based on innovative fibre optic technology, achieving an impressive transmission distance of up to 100 meters without any loss of signal quality - ideal for large home cinemas or professional installations (art. HI-HI48) t

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29 October 2024

UK - Audient has announced the release of both the iPad Remote App and optional Dante Card for the Immersive Audio Interface and Monitor Controller Oria.

The iPad Remote App is completely free and allows the user to control Oria remotely, straight from the iPad, designed to speed up workflow. Audient’s Andrew Allen explains: “The App’s Home Tab is essentially the ultimate command centre for Oria, granting you quick access to all of Oria’s key monitoring features on a single screen, without the need to reach for the rack.”

By tapping on Oria’s other control tabs in the side menu of the Home Tab, users can get more detail via an expanded view of Oria’s functionality. “Beautifully presented in full screen format, you can now keep a close eye on levels, audition speakers and use Profiles to switch between speakers, listening levels and ta

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25 October 2024

UK - TSL has taken a sustainable approach in refreshing one of its key fixtures. Instead of replacing the VL2600, they’ve opted for a smart upgrade by replacing the LED engines.

Sam Tamplin, managing director, shared: “We’ve often been frustrated with the short lifecycle of products from some manufacturers. A fixture barely gains traction in the market before a new version or a near-identical update is introduced.

“When Vari-Lite presented the VL2600 SE upgrade path, it struck us as an innovative step toward sustainability. Lighting designers already love the VL2600, so offering the same fixture with a 25% boost in brightness, allowing it to compete with newer models, was an easy decision."

The upgrade increases output to over 23,750 lumens, while maintaining the same size, weight, power consumption, and the exceptional feature set th

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23 October 2024

UK - Shure has announced Axient Digital PSM, its first digital wireless in-ear monitoring solution for ‘top-tier touring acts and large-scale productions’. Axient Digital PSM has been designed to meet the rigorous demands of touring professionals and rental houses.

This new system is Shure’s first Wireless Multichannel Audio System (WMAS) enabled product line, empowering audio professionals to adapt to a wide variety of environments.

“For nearly a century, Shure has pioneered innovative solutions that help solve our customers’ problems while moving the industry forward. Now, Axient Digital PSM offers a revolutionary digital radio with WMAS capabilities, remote management for engineers, and a pristine audio experience for performers,” said Nick Wood, senior director, global marketing and product management at Shure.

“To unlock ne