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When their existing client, Star TV, approached Moonlite technical manager Matt Vallis to take care of the production of a large corporate awards dinner at the prestigious Westminster Park Plaza in LondonVallis chose the V-1600HD because of its ability to run dual outputs. For the live event, Vallis used the V-1600HD to switch between two Apple MacBook Pro's running at 1080p into four projectors - both of them running dual screen.

"The V-1600HD is a sensible solutio

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Colin Lemmings, vice president of corporate solutions commented, "James has been and continues to play an instrumental role in the success of the corporate solutions team. Having worked in both sales and technical roles throughout his career, James has developed a thorough understanding of the business and the aptitude to design systems and support packages to meet our clients' requirements."

(Jim Evans)

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The DS-8000 is an 8 input, 32 output self-contained audio distribution system with an auto switching power-supply, while the new MC2 S Series studio amplifiers - the S Series - are designed for use in the most demanding studio monitoring environments.

Also on show at PLASA Focus: Leeds will be the Blue Sky 5.1 Monitor Speakers, Aviom Digital Snakes, ASL Digital Intercom and a range of beyerdynamic headphones and headsets, all optimised for use in a broadcast environment. These will include the DT 100 and 200 broadcast headset range for on-air news and sports commentaries together with the DT 297 headset, offering excellent isolation from ambient noise, a single detachable cable and pivoting gooseneck microph

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"We needed to move away from point source audio systems and decided to go with line array technology so that there is consistent audio coverage from front to back," commented Andrew Lester who is the music director at BBC.

The church experimented with various loudspeaker brands before choosing HK Audio. "We also required a system that was exceptionally linear throughout the dynamic range of our church services and found that the Cadis Array system from HK Audio performed the best after several tests with different sound manufacturers," he added. "This coupled with the added value service we experienced from local agents Proaudio, reinforced our decision to choose the Cadis."

Five CAD 208 mid highs are fl

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"We strive to be the best for teaching all aspects of theatre to our students," says RCS technician Gerrie Victor. "We already have some of the best lighting consoles in the world and wanted to get the same standard for our sound system. We want our students to learn on the best equipment available.

"We tried most of the digital consoles on the market, and after comparing them all, Midas was top of our list. When we realised that we could afford the PRO6, the choice was easy."

The PRO6 is mainly located in the control room of the Conservatoire's main theatre, but can also be moved out into the auditorium or to any of the five venues around the building,

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Occupying eight floors at the base of a 36-story skyscraper in Silk Street next to the Barbican, on the site of an old fire station, the project's Foundation Donors, Heron International and the City of London, have contributed a total of £75.5m, with the remainder being covered via a public fundraising campaign.

Stage Electrics has been contracted to design and install the lighting systems, audio systems, distribution network, house and working light control, as well as a building-wide infrastructure for all technical theatrical elements. The

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Turbosound, which has won the Queen's Award for Export Achievement twice in 10 years and is shortlisted for an Innovation Award this year, is part of the 'Made By Britain' project initiative under which MPs champion manufacturing in their constituency.

The aim of the scheme, which is being promoted by the Associate Parliamentary Manufacturing Group, is to demonstrate the diversity and comprehensive nature of contemporary British industry.

In November 2011 the Government also launched a 'Make it in Great Britain' campaign, which aims to transform the image of modern British manufacturing and raise awareness of its importance for the economy. The UK is one of the world's largest manufacturers and the sector contributes £

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As in the last years, there will be two trainings at AFMG's Berlin headquarters in spring and fall. International dates will take place in Dubai, accompanying the PALM fair and in Wroclaw (Breslau), Poland. Again, these EASE users seminars will be supplemented by a Sound System Design seminar aimed at audio consultants. In 2012 this seminar will cover the topics of digitally steerable loudspeakers as well as audio networks.

Additionally, AFMG will be offering a two-day course for professionals and loudspeaker manufacturers addressing the topic of loudspeaker data acquisition and evaluation with EASE SpeakerLab and its usage for GLL data generation e.g. for line arrays.

All seminars are intended for an international audience of consultants, engineer

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A statement reads: "The launch of this sound course will cement RADA's leading position in the field of technical theatre craft and allow the Academy to widen access to training in this area, generating invaluable opportunities for talented individuals to help them to enter the industry. Sound Design for the Theatre will provide aspiring sound designers with the skills required to undertake a successful career in technical theatre at the highest level."

Based in RADA's state-of

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Now in its 82nd year, the annual event takes place in January, and includes a mix of slalom and downhill races staged over three days.

The iLive system, comprising an iDR-48 MixRack and iLive-T112 Control Surface, managed crowd announcements and ambient microphones at the start line, audio distribution to spectator seats along the slope, audio for the grandstand at the finish line, as well as audio at the Wengen World Cup Stage where winners were announced. Two locations had multiscreens, catering for approximately 500 visitors at the start location and 5000 capacity at the finish line.

All of iLive's inputs and outputs were transported over fibre optic, which linked all areas across the site. iLive also provid

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The ADP Series is the company's touring range and all the cabinets in this series are self-powered with integrated DSP. This powered family is versatile, has an impressive power to size ratio and is easy to use.

Every box comes with 13 presets which include a basic full-range preset, various crossovers with 80-90-100 Hz frequency cuts and a flat preset so that the user can adjust the parameters manually.

Ethernet capabilities are also available which allow the user to see the input level signal, fan speed and power module temperature.

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Eikos is a multi-layer mixer scaler seamless switcher offering up to 12 inputs including four fitted with SDI and two fitted with DVI-D. Eikos offers three operating modes: Multi-Layer Mixer, 12 by 2 Seamless Native Matrix and QuadraVision modes.

In Multi-Layer Mixer mode, Eikos can display up to six layers: Three Live Sources, one Frame and two Logos. Up to ytwo PIPs can be displayed on a live background, or three PIPs on a still background. Live layers can be customised by the user. New effects are also available and can be combined during transitions. Eikos offers a classic preview as well as a Still Mosaic Full Preview function.

Eikos also offers a 12x2 scaled native matrix with true seamless switching. In this mode, up to two PIPs can be

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Jackson joins LMC following a period of employment with HSBC Bank. He comments, "I was trained in sales and then worked in the PPI claims department which gave me really worthwhile experience in delivering meaningful customer service."

In his spare time Jackson engineers for a number of bands in his local area, often playing to crowds of between 200 - 600 people. He also plays both the bass and electric guitar.

James Lawford, sales manager at LMC Birmingham says, "LMC's customers enjoy a personal level of service tailored to their requirements. Joe's appointment fits in perfectly with that key ethos and I'm sure that he will complement the existing Birmingham sales team with his unique and valuable characteristics."

(Jim Evans)

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The price restructuring is the result of the Music Group's streamlined distribution system and the massive US$ 20m investment in the brand through a modern manufacturing facility, which includes the latest surface mount technology, x-ray and optical inspection systems, and the increased purchasing efficiencies resulting from the tremendous success of the PRO2 console.

"We are on a relentless quest to remove unnecessary cost from our products wherever possible," states Paul Wright, VP global sales, the Music Group. "Our goal is to provide products at the cutting edge of technology at a price-point that our customers find extremely attractive. This aim is achieved withou

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"We researched a number of different intercom systems and found ASL to be not only the most versatile, but also in a reasonable price range. The matrix-based system is also easily expanded, so we can start with a small system, and slowly build up to a bigger setup when required," says Atilla Meijs, CEO of the Amsterdam-based company.

The system includes two DS 4000 M Master Matrix, 12 DS 290 two-channel belt packs, six DS 1630 16-channel tabletop units, four DS 700 interface boxes, three DS 88 intercom hubs, two D

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Also showing is the Chroma-Q range of LED lighting solutions. Latest additions include the new Studio Force D (6,100K CCT daylight) and V (3,000K-6,100K CCT variable) white light sources.

Other exclusive brands represented at the show include GLP and PixelRange LED lighting solutions, the Green Hippo media servers range, CM Entert

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The PT-6 high-performance line array unit has been specially developed to offer both powerful coverage and easy set-up, says the company. Sporting a twin coaxial speaker construction, it contains 6 x 6.5" long excursion neodymium and 3 x 1.4" compression drivers with a specially developed HF phase EQ.

The PT-6 can be stand-mounted, stacked or flown and used in a wide range of venues such as festival tents, clubs, open-air events and concert halls. For more power and greater flexibility, up to

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Sponsored by Hal?c?, one of Turkey's leading software companies, the contest has been run for the past 18 years. Open to all amateur and professional composers, the competition's main aim is to give entrants the opportunity to showcase their songwriting talents to both the national and international music industry.

Sixteen finalists were selected from 78 entries, who then performed live at Babylon in front of a distinguished jury of Turkish music, arts and technology professionals.

Elit Light & Sound Technologies, DiGiCo's Turkish distributor, supplied the SD9. "The snapshot feature made mixing 16 different performances very straightforward," says

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On 13 June, Crestron will open its doors to the experience centre and is extending an open invitation from 10am to 6pm to all customers. Along with refreshments being available throughout the day, the sales team will be on hand to guide visitors through the full range of Crestron products which, as part of the experience centre, will be on full display.

"Our HQ in Cobham is just a short hop from Junction 10 on the M25 and close to London. With our new centre we are offering our dealers and integrators a home-away-from-home to highlight working Crestron solutions

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Depending on who was the special guest for the workshop, topics varied from place to place. In Hungary, Innovason's special guest was Tonmeister and engineer, Carsten Kümmel. Innovason distributor, Microsound organised a workshop/seminar in the Millenaris Park Theatre in the centre of Budapest.

"Carsten ran an excellent workshop on the use of Eclipse for classical concerts using the examples of the Classic Open Air f

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The IP67 waterproof Vents clip into enclosures, allowing air to flow through the membrane without letting dust or water ingress. Technicians were concerned about pressure build-up inside the enclosures due to changes in temperature which create differences in pressure; this pressure build-up can ultimately damage the seals of the enclosure, leading to failure of the sealed enclosure.

"The Vent will allow this pressure difference to equalize inside with outside," says the company. "It also reduces condensation build-up by allowing moisture to escape out of the sealed enclosure."

Richard Redding of Selectronix commented: "

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Blinkhorn travelled to the region on a traditionally rigged tall ship, working on creative field recordings for sound installations and electroacoustic compositions as well as a feature for ABC radio's 360 programme and his own research into composing with environmental sound.

"It's an area renowned for its visual and cinematic beauty, and sound plays an integral role in the uniqueness of its appeal," says Blinkhorn. "There's a great deal of sonic activity within the archipelago, both animal - aquatic and birdlife: walrus, arctic fox, deer, polar bears etc - and aqueous: ic

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The brief was that it must accommodate a screen measuring a minimum of 46 inches, complete with Blu-ray player, laptop docking station, coffee maker and an integrated loudspeaker system.

5 Star's team began the initial design by sketching a few variants from which DiGiCo could choose a definitive version.

The overall design selected was a long 'Sideboard' type layout, housing all the necessary equipment including power sockets.

At the heart of it is an electric TV lift sourced from Penn-Elcom, featuring 730 mm of vertical travel and a wireless remote control. This device is the basis for an inbuilt 47" LG LED screen giving a 1080p full HD display.

The powered TV lift includes a flush fitting

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In Performance at the White House: Red, White and Blues brought together some of the greats of the genre, including B.B. King, Jeff Beck, Mick Jagger, duo Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi, Warren Haynes, Keb' Mo' and Shemekia Copeland for a once-in-a-lifetime concert.

Sound reinforcement was via an EAW system provided by Anderson Audio of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the long-time sound reinforcement provider for this auspicious series of concert events.

The event was produced by public television station WETA; Ken Ehrlich, executive producer of The Grammy Awards; and Robert Santelli, executive director of The Grammy Museum, for AEG Ehrlich Ventures. The event was also broad