Two courses are available, one for each of the two BSS Soundweb series - Soundweb Original and Soundweb London. Both are one-day courses and each runs once a month. Full details are available at www.soundtech.co.uk.
Sound Technology plc announced the acquisition of Harman Professional Group's distribution business in the UK and Ireland from Harman International Industries Inc in May this year.
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SaatiFil Acoustex fabrics are designed for acoustical applications requiring consistent performance and excellent sound pressure levels. They are precisely woven with polyester monofilament fibres to create uniform mesh openings and are used in applications such as microphone pop filters, speakers and headphones, and also combine a Hyphobe treatment that provides moisture-repelling characteristics.
Initially the covers have been made for the most popular EX12 cabinets as shown in the photograph and include rain hoods for the two cable inlets. All stitching
A special German version was released in 2007, focusing on the special regulations and rules for the German market. Based on this version, the newly released English translation is again fullyupdated with new developments, such as the European CWA 25 workshop agreement.
"We are aware that numerous technicians carry our brochure around, just to have all the detailed and practical information on truss and rigging topics at hand, which is one of the reasons why we have published the Black Book in a handy A5 format. Developments on international regulations are progressing strongly and Prolyte is always keen to inform its customers of the late
"We are continually working to maintain EASE and EASE JR on the leading edge of speed, compatibility and functionality," says Stefan Feistel of AFMG. "Version 4.3 includes significant enhancements to drawing import functions, mapping and room acoustics. With our lifetime licensing policy, current users will be able to download and install the upgrade at no charge."
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The Victor was launched at PLASA 07 and provides a light output in excess of many 2500W follow spot light sources combined with the optical and ergonomic excellence associated with Robert Juliat, wrapped up in a compact, stylish unit.
Le Cin'k meanwhile offers a choice of interchangeable lamp bases allowing options of 2500W tungsten, 5000W tungsten, 1200W discharge or 2500W discharge lamps - ensuring a single spotlight to undergo rapid transformations according to requirements. This is particularly useful to rental houses and multipurpose venues and studios, says the company.
In addition to these products, the fully automated version of the Lancelot 4000W HTI followspot modules, Noria and Ch
In its SoundHub-S audio showcontrol guise, the TiMax2 control software is configured specifically for programming and running live shows and events with cue-driven level, delay, EQ, matrixing, mixing and audio playback.
The SoundHub-R systems integrator version is optimised for more mainstream AV installations needing similar comprehensive audio processing, networking and remote control resources but with less focus on real-time showcontrol or audio animation.
Also demonstrated at AES will be the new TiMax Tracker showcontrol automation product, which uses UWB radar tracking technology.
TiMax Tracker has recently enhanced the sound reinforcement of se
"PLASA is always a good opportunity to catch up with clients and for networking. We received very good feedback at the show about Goboland's services and have already had new customers contact us following recommendations from people bumping into each other at the show," says Goboland's UK head of operations, Vicky Fairall.
"Our Pin Cushion Distortion Correction has gone down very well and has confirmed our reputation as a company which is good at solving more tricky gobos problems. We are proud to be known to offer our customers extra services such as Black Holes, Tweakers, Pin Cushion Correction and Keys
EcoTech brand acoustic panels are manufactured with a formulation of 100% recycled polyester fibres. EcoTech panels are truly "green"; reducing the ecological footprint of acoustic treatment and dependence on fossil fuels, including foreign crude oil, says the company. Auralex EcoTech is manufactured without harmful Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC's), which have been implicated in the depletion of the ozone layer.
The EcoTech acoustical panels are available in the same colour choices and cuts as the company's original acoustical panels.
"The introduction of Auralex's EcoTech is the next step in our ongoing initiative
Each EvenLED module consists of 16 evenly spaced and individually controlled 6-watt RGB LEDs, capable of projecting a totally even and flicker free field of light onto cycloramas and other backdrops, says the company.
EvenLED can be used for sharp silhouettes, colour fades, power flashes, drifting shadows, morphing effects, and more. It can also be used for skylines, borders, illuminated floors and walls and is useful in a wide variety of applications including TV studios, theatres, concerts and even architecture.
DMX controllable and capable of smooth dimming, each colour features 16 bit resolution and waves or gradation of colour across a surface is easily achieved. By driving segments of the EvenL
"Our aim is to offer the latest advantages and improvements of our high power Neodymium drivers but keeping these products in a competitive price range," says the company. "The new P1000Fe loudspeakers will be introduced in two sizes, 18" and 15".
Main features include: high sensitivity (>97 dB @ 2.83V), real 1000 W AES power handling, low resonant frequency (< 39 Hz), extended and controlled excursion (Xmax ± 7.5mm) and weather resistant paper cone, treated with fibres for extreme rigidity.
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GDS developed the MOBAL (Make Or Break And Load) digital Socapex tester to meet a market need in the entertainment industry for a comprehensive and automatic fault diagnosis and correction system. The product is compact, digital, splash proof and operates fully automatically; its OLED (organic LED) display provides the test results in symbols rather than words, making MOBAL a truly international product.
TMB are Global Distributors for the ProTester 19 MOBAL cable tester. Paul Hartley, TMB-UK's GM, says, "Over the years we have seen Socapex teste
Rosco told L&SI: "In direct response to customer comments, and as a reflection of the changing trends in the use of moving lights and video projections, Rosco has more than doubled its range of standard glass gobo designs, adding over 200 new designs. These high quality images will vastly increase the tools a designer calls upon when specifying a rig of moving lights, or when merging gobo projections into a design filled
VLX3 is expressly designed for use with external processing and amplification, as well as being fully optimised for the latest generation of multichannel amplifiers that provide integrated digital loudspeaker control, processing and monitoring.
The essentials are a comparatively lightweight (190 lbs / 86.2 kg) marine birch ply cabinet that delivers over 133dB SPL; integral flying hardware; a truck pack-friendly cabinet design; high versatility, suitable for applications ranging from corporate and regional acts and tours to full sized arenas; and fast, accurate flying and aiming
This 4-Port Ethernet Node has been designed as a means of expanding the DMX capabilities of shows using channel-hungry modern technology - where DMX universes get used up within a very short space of time.
Pathway Pathport DMX Manager Plus! is a 1U box with the ability to act as a DMX splitter or merger in addition to its function as a four-port Ethernet node. Each of its four ports is individually configurable as an input or output and has both male and female five- pin XLRs.
An integral Ethernet switch and two Ethernet ports give direct link-through, while the unit can be configured to include DMX universe routing, channel soft-patching and automatic port priority switching via its front panel or external software.
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ARX's managing director Colin Park says: "Our recently released DI Plus has proved very popular with audio professionals around the world and the ARX design team has re-engineered this unit's circuitry into a compact two channel package resulting in our new DI Plus2 RC Direct Box, which is now in production at our Melbourne, Australia manufacturing facility.
"Like its single channel stable mate the DI Plus 2 RC is powered with an internal long life NiMH rechargeable battery that can be charged off either phantom power applied to either of the output XLR sockets or via the 12V DC input, removing battery 'throw away' as an environmental issue."
The DI Plus2 RC features low noise high impedance input buffers with switchable 20db Pad, and
The WARP Motorized high-efficiency light output matches that of a standard 1200W profile spotlight, yet consumes only 750W. The WARP Motorized offers precision optics combined with beam shaping capabilities, accurate repeatability, and silent fanless operation.
The WARP Motorized has been chosen by major houses around the world including Opera Oslo, Opera Brussels, Palau de las Artes in Valencia, Casa de Musica in Porto, Bayerische Staatsoper in Germany, the English National Opera in London, Glyndebourne Opera House, Theatro Franco Parenti in Italy, the new National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijin
Applications for the LED Imaging Spotlight include advertising, logo projection and point-of-sale to name but a few, and is well suited to such environments as retail, pubs and clubs, hotels, museums, galleries and leisure facilities.
"Utilising LED technology, the Imaging Spotlight is both energy efficient and environmentally friendly, boasting long life-time and reduced waste", say Apticol. The company, which specialize
When it comes to software, there is never a shortage of ideas, but more-so a lack of skilled developers, especially in a niche market such as entertainment lighting. HCI's core technology is its internal fade engine and Universal Attribute Control, but with the release of the new Open Source area on its web site, there are now countless 'hooks' into this powerful software product, says the company.
Giving users that may dabble in software development the tools needed to 'poke and prod' the main fade engine allows them the ability to write powerful macros that go beyond recording a series of keystrokes. The mere ability to branch execution with a simple IF statement "opens the doors to possibilities that have never before been availabl
MOSCO and d&b are joint Education sponsors at the show and d&b will also participate in the seminar programme that takes place during the exhibition. d&b's Steve Jones will present two of the seminars, the first of which is titled Demystifying audio techniques. The second is Combining subwoofers within cardioid and distributed arrays.
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Feature-rich, the Jem K1 is a professional machine that provides the combination of continuous operation, long hang time, and low fluid consumption for greater economy. Says the company.
Easy to set up (turn it on and press a button), the Jem K1 is quick to heat up. It features "exceptional output" from an innovative and powerful 600 W heat exchanger yet overall power consumption is less than 750 watts.
A high quality air pump system gives a smooth and uniform output while a special mixing channel allows the haze to optimise before being expelled. An automatic shut-down cycle has been implemented to prevent clogging.
DMX controllable, the Jem K1 Hazer is continuously ope
The DN-A300M provides "classic Denon sound and build quality at an affordable price point", and is designed for small commercial AV applications in numerous types of venues and environments. The new model features a mic input mix with auto gain control, coupled with 100 watts per channel of power amplification.
A ¼ inch / 6.35 mm jack mic input and level control enables a microphone signal to be mixed with other audio input sources. Switchable mic on/off, mic auto gain control, and music auto mute control enable r
Lyre suspensions were first introduced in 2007 as part of Rycote's S-Series and were subsequently launched as part of the InVision range of shockmounts designed for stand or static studio boom use. The response was overwhelmingly positive, so Rycote decided to incorporate the design to enhance the company's most popular range of products - the Windshield Kits.
The supplied Lyre suspensions are universal fits, accommodating microphones from 19mm to 25mm in diameter. Included in the new packages are a pair of 25mm square-sided Lyres that are suitable f
In addition, GLP was presenting the iLaser and the newly improved StarTube 4 HiRes. The iLaser features four laser light sources integrated into a single housing where they generate a white-light output of 1.2W. The StarTube 4 HiRes is notable for its high resolution and much improved dimming. "Currently," says GLP managing director Udo Künzler, "there is no
There's also the Hui Work Light which is proving a popular addition to the Hui family of Cyc, Flood and Groundrow. Fitting the Cyc with wire safety mesh instead of safety glass means that the air flow system works in any position for extended operating hours required for overstage or rehearsal applications.
Plus, there's the 8-leaf barndoor and a new and improved rock'n'roll type colour change for the Performer Series range of Followspots.
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