Volume 6, Issue 3 — February 7, 2020

Latest headlines: Gary Kayye on the AVI-SPL and Whitlock merge, Futuresource Consulting on the major tech at ISE 2020, plus news from Barco, Williams AV, Extron, Marshall Electronics, Mersive and more

February 7, 2020 | Volume: 6 | Issue: 3

 

Hello! Welcome to AV Buyers.Club, our first issue in February, and also our last issue before ISE. And whew boy, do I have news for you: Lots and lots and lots of news. Just scroll down. 

But it’s okay! Don’t get stressed. Let me be your guide through this busy and challenging time before the biggest ProAV show in our industry. For columns, we have one by the man with a plan, Gary Kayye. I’m pretty sure you’ve heard the news about AVI-SPL and Whitlock merging — and we have the tea. Also, we have a column from Almo Pro A/V about esports! If you don’t know what those are, this article is for you! Last but not least, we have a column from Futuresource Consulting listing the things you can look forward to seeing on the show floor this year!

In other news, Barco has a new streaming solution, ClearOne has gotten Zoom certification for its UNITE videoconferencing cameras, TriplePlay announced integration with Mersive Solstice and much, much more. (Like a LOT more. You get it. Keep scrolling.) 

Catch ya in Amsterdam! Oh, and if you are going to ISE, don’t forget to sign up for a time slot to be interviewed by yours truly on the Trade Show Minute if you haven’t already. 

Okay — bye for real.

— Steph Beckett

COLUMNS

 

+ AVI-SPL and Whitlock to Merge into One Giant Global AV Integrator [Gary Kayye]

AVI-SPL and Whitlock have jointly announced an intention to merge (technically, it’s a “definitive agreement to merge”) — both will be held by portfolio company, Marlin Equity Partners (a global investment firm with over $6.7 billion of capital under management).

+ Here’s the Major Tech You’ll See at ISE 2020 [Futuresource Consulting]

Brought to you by the professional AV team at Futuresource, this pre-show roundup will help you navigate the technology landscape. With more than 80,000 attendees expected from across the globe, and more than 1,300 exhibitors, there’s a lot to take in. If you need any further guidance, the Futuresource team will be on hand throughout the event to ensure you get the best possible experience.

+ Esports: Mom Lied When She Said I’d Never Make Money Playing Halo [Morgan Alley]

Global esports revenues will rise above one billion dollars by the end of 2019. Yes, that’s a billion with a “B,” and that represents an annual increase of 27 percent. While it still may not be advisable to raise your children to be esports athletes, the industry is growing at an exceptional rate. As it turns out, fun has turned into serious business.

 

PRODUCT NEWS

 

+ Barco Showcases New SecureStream Streaming Solution at ISE 2020 [Sara Abrons]

+ MSE Audio Announces SoundTube STNet Soundbar [Sara Abrons]

+ Navori Labs and BrightSign Partner to Create New QL Player [Steph Beckett]

+ Williams AV Launches Digi-Wave 400 Digital Intercom and Tour Guide System [Sara Abrons]

+ Extron Now Shipping Latest Addition to Series of HDMI Matrix Switchers [Steph Beckett]

+ dnp’s Supernova Infinity Screen Now With Unlimited ALR Screen Option [Sara Abrons]

+ ClearOne Receives Zoom Certification for UNITE Videoconferencing Cameras [Sara Abrons]

+ Yamaha Unified Communications to Debut New Bluetooth Conference Phone, Video Sound Bar at ISE 2020 [Gary Kayye]

+ Williams AV Adds Annotation Pro, Annotation Pro Plus [Sara Abrons]

+ Extron Adds USB-C Show Me Cables to Its TeamWork Collaboration System [Sara Abrons]

+ Marshall Electronics to Feature CV380-CS [Sara Abrons]

+ Audio-Technica Drops Wireless Manager Software for Network Wireless Systems [Sara Abrons]

+ Extron Adds Dante to XPA Amplifiers, the NetPA U 1004 and NetPA U 1002 [Sara Abrons]

+ Tripleplay Announces Integration with Mersive Solstice [Steph Beckett]

+ Lifesize Releases Admin Console Capabilities Aimed at IT Administrators [Sara Abrons]

+ AOPEN and Polywall Partner for Control Room and NOC Processor [Sara Abrons]

+ AudioControl to Unveil New Receivers, Processors at ISE 2020 [Sara Abrons]

+ Martin Audio Announces Five New Products Ahead of ISE 2020, Including New Pendant Speaker [Sara Abrons]

 

+ Matrox Announces D-Series Multi-Display Graphics Cards [Sara Abrons]

+ Genelec to Showcase Two Smart IP Loudspeaker Models at ISE 2020 [Steph Beckett]

+ XTEN-AV Adds New AV System, X-DRAW to Cloud-Based Platform [Gary Kayye]

+ QSC Takes on Crestron with Q-SYS Reflect Enterprise Manager [Gary Kayye]

+ Waves Audio Announces X9 With More Processing Power [Gary Kayye]

+ ClearOne Introduces Collaborate Versa Lite CT Microphone Array [Steph Beckett]

+ Atlona Intros AT-OME-MS52W 5×2 Matrix Switcher [Sara Abrons]

+ Sonifex to Debut 3G/HD/SD-SDI to Dante Embedder [Sara Abrons]

+ LG Business Solutions Intros XS4F Series of Window-Facing Displays [Sara Abrons]

+ Listen Technologies Expands Offering With Listen Audio Guide System Solution [Steph Beckett]

+ Marshall Electronics to Debut Three IP Cameras At ISE 2020 [Sara Abrons]

+ Audio-Technica Expands 3000 Series Wireless Systems [Sara Abrons]

+ Epiphan Video Launches LiveScrypt at ISE 2020 [Gary Kayye]

+ Kramer Debuts KDS-10 H.264/H.265 Transceiver for Streaming Video Content [Sara Abrons]

+ Audinate Ships Dante AV Product Design Suite in Q1 2020 [Sara Abrons]

+ SDVoE Alliance Announces Module for Crestron Control Systems [Gary Kayye]

+ APG to Launch iX Series of Fixed Installation Speakers [Sara Abrons]

+ Mersive’s Solstice Integrates Signagelive [Sara Abrons]

+ ClearOne Intros COLLABORATE Versa Room CT [Gary Kayye]

+ Barco Expands LED Portfolio at ISE 2020 [Gary Kayye]

+ UC Workspace Just Launched the Best New Product for UCC Since Zoom [Gary Kayye]

+ Uteology Announces U-Automate Automation Tool [Sara Abrons]

+ BrightSign Will Ship BSN.cloud With CMS Partners [Sara Abrons]

+ Medialon Will Demo Showmaster Go at ISE 2020 [Gary Kayye]

+ Sonifex Releases Three New Multi-Channel Dante Audio Interfaces [Sara Abrons]

+ Casio America Announces LampFree Projectors Have Obtained Sustainability Seal [Steph Beckett]

+ Macnica Announces New Interoperable Approach at ISE 2020 [Gary Kayye]

+ Alcons Audio’s CRMS-SRHV Passive Loudspeaker to Officially Launch at ISE 2020 [Sara Abrons]

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