Jacob Blount

Jacob Blount

Jacob was a Project Manager at THE rAVe Agency and an Assistant Editor for rAVe [PUBS]. He worked on internal and client-based projects for the Agency and oversees rAVe [PUBS]'s live event trade show and event coverage, rAVe [NOW].

Wisdom Audio Uses CEDIA to Debut Sage Series Architectural In-Ceiling Speakers

Wisdom Audio today announced the first small-aperture, in-ceiling loudspeaker as part of its loudspeaker series. Targeting high-performance audio applications where architectural design aesthetics can’t be compromised, the Sage Series ICS3 and Sub1 in-ceiling loudspeaker system blend into the environment, providing high-resolution stereo audio in a living space, media room or kitchen. Wisdom Audio will showcase […]

Wisdom Audio Uses CEDIA to Debut Sage Series Architectural In-Ceiling Speakers

New Production Asset Management Solution from Rohde & Schwarz Simplifies Complex Project Management in Post Production

Rohde & Schwarz has started shipping its R&S SpycerPAM software extension of the R&S SpycerNode storage platform. Rohde & Schwarz says it makes workflows more efficient, especially for post production companies. Managing access rights, proxy administration and avoiding multiple storage of assets are just a few of the challenges that complex film projects may face. […]

New Production Asset Management Solution from Rohde & Schwarz Simplifies Complex Project Management in Post Production

RTI Details CEDIA Expo 2019 Plans

RTI today announced its product lineup for CEDIA Expo 2019, taking place Sept. 12-14 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. In sound room SR-12, the company will display new controllers with sleek designs and capabilities, as well as debut the next generation of Alexa voice control. AV distribution solutions will include the new CP-16i […]

RTI Details CEDIA Expo 2019 Plans

AxeMount Dual Microphone Mount Drops from Royer Labs

Royer Labs has announced the AxeMount Dual Microphone Mount for blending a Royer R-121 ribbon mic with a 57-styled dynamic mic. This combination of microphones has become one of the most popular methods for capturing electric guitars, and now the process is made easier than ever with the new AxeMount dual mount mic clip. Co-designed […]

AxeMount Dual Microphone Mount Drops from Royer Labs

NEC Display Details New PE Series of Entry-Level Projectors for Education and Huddle Rooms

NEC Display Solutions today announced its new PE Series of entry-installation laser projectors at 4,500 ANSI lumens. The PE455WL and PE455UL both feature NEC’s patented sealed optical system that allows for a filter free design and results in the only truly no-maintenance LCD laser projector in its class. While typical projectors in this range generate […]

NEC Display Details New PE Series of Entry-Level Projectors for Education and Huddle Rooms

Access Networks Details CEDIA 2019 Plans

Access Networks will be at CEDIA Expo 2019 in booth 1326 with new Access Networks switches powered by Ruckus and an entry-level wireless access point. The Access Networks team and its partners will also offer educational opportunities throughout the show. Adding to its lineup of networking products, Access Networks will introduce a new entry-level access […]

Access Networks Details CEDIA 2019 Plans

Acurus Details CEDIA Expo 2019 Plans

Acurus will be showing a spectrum of entertainment solutions at this year’s CEDIA Expo in Denver. Visitors to booth #1533 will see several stations – one showcasing the Acurus ACT 4 20-channel immersive processor paired with A2007 amplifiers; another showcasing the Acurus MUSE 16-channel immersive processor paired with M8 amplifiers; another station will feature ASPEQT, […]

Acurus Details CEDIA Expo 2019 Plans

Almo ProAV Just Added Yamaha UCC Lineup

Yamaha just announced the addition of Almo Professional A/V to its North American distribution partners. Almo is the first to be added since the transition to the Yamaha Unified Communications’ brand last year and will expand access to the company’s broad portfolio of UC, audio and video solutions, as well as to enhanced customer service […]

Almo ProAV Just Added Yamaha UCC Lineup

Registration Opens for CEDIA Tech Summit in Atlanta

CEDIA has opened registration and announced a new date for a key event. The 2019 Southeast Technology & Business Summit in Atlanta — previously scheduled for October 15 — will now be held October 29. The event is free to attend and will feature top industry manufacturers showcasing their products in an intimate atmosphere that […]

Registration Opens for CEDIA Tech Summit in Atlanta

Stewart Filmscreen Will Show a New Balón Edge Projection Screen at CEDIA Expo, Aimed at Both Home and Pro

Stewart Filmscreen today introduced the all-new Balón Edge ultra-thin frame screen with a minimalistic black border finish. Both a residential and a commercial AV projection screen, the Balón Edge is designed for anywhere two-piece projection is needed. Like the original Balón Borderless, this new screen can be custom-fabricated in any size, up to 16 feet […]

Stewart Filmscreen Will Show a New Balón Edge Projection Screen at CEDIA Expo, Aimed at Both Home and Pro

Luxul to Debut New Routers and Networking Gear at CEDIA Expo 2019

Luxul has announced its technology lineup for CEDIA Expo 2019, taking place Sept. 12-14 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. In Legrand | AV’s booth 905, Luxul will exhibit a new wireless mesh solution and a cloud remote monitoring and management system, self-healing managed Gigabit switches, the next generation of wireless controller technology, “good, […]

Luxul to Debut New Routers and Networking Gear at CEDIA Expo 2019

RoseWater Energy and Alpine Power Systems Add to Partnership

RoseWater Energy Group, a provider of next-generation integrated energy management systems, has announced an expansion in their partnership with Alpine Power Systems. Alpine Power Systems, a nationwide solutions provider specializing in backup power, telecom, cable and motive power, currently manages RoseWater Energy Group’s installations of the HUB SB20 energy and storage system. Through an expanded […]

RoseWater Energy and Alpine Power Systems Add to Partnership

Trinnov Audio to Debut 11.4.6 Channel Theater Demo with DTS:X Pro Technology at CEDIA

Trinnov Audio has announced its CEDIA Expo plans. As one of the first companies to bring DTS:X Pro technology to home theaters with its Altitude32 and Altitude16 processors, Trinnov will demonstrate the North American debut of DTS:X Pro in Sound Room 19, featuring an 11.4.6 channel immersive audio system. This demo is in partnership with […]

Trinnov Audio to Debut 11.4.6 Channel Theater Demo with DTS:X Pro Technology at CEDIA

Ditto App Allows AppleTVs to Wirelessly Receive Content from Any Device

Apple TV owners can now screen mirror multiple device types and up to four devices simultaneously with the new Ditto tvOS Receiver app. The Ditto app can screen mirror a number of device types to the Ditto tvOS Receiver including: Chrome OS Android Windows iOS iPadOS macOS Connections to the new Ditto tvOS Receiver are […]

Ditto App Allows AppleTVs to Wirelessly Receive Content from Any Device

Legrand Details CEDIA Expo Plans

Legrand AV Residential Solutions today announced its lineup for CEDIA Expo 2019, taking place Sept. 12-14 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. In Booth 905, Chief, Da-Lite, Luxul, Middle Atlantic Products, Nuvo, On-Q, QMotion, SANUS and Vantage will come together with smart home AV systems, networking, and infrastructure solutions designed to help integrators create […]

Legrand Details CEDIA Expo Plans

New Rockustics OneSub and DubSub Debut from MSE Audio Ahead of CEDIA

MSE Audio announced this week the Rockustics OneSub and DubSub subwoofers to enhance outdoor audio experiences with low-frequency bass. The Rockustics OneSub and DubSub are designed with durable, rock enclosures and built with high-quality and innovative engineering to withstand rain, frost, snow and ice. The OneSub is a stand-alone, passive subwoofer requiring a sub amplifier […]

New Rockustics OneSub and DubSub Debut from MSE Audio Ahead of CEDIA

Phoenix Marketing Expands Into Florida

Phoenix Marketing Group today announced its expansion into Florida along with the appointments of Tom Passafuime and Jason Lewis to manage sales in the state. After several years of focusing solely on distribution, Gilray delved back into the sales rep world, in May 2018 launching Phoenix to fanfare and recruiting the talents of seasoned veterans. […]

Phoenix Marketing Expands Into Florida

Invisible Acoustics Part 2 Debuts at CEDIA Expo from Sergio Molho

Global acoustic consulting and audio-visual integration firm WSDG will be lecturing at this year’s CEDIA Expo, which takes place at the Colorado Convention Center between September 10th and 14th. The presentation, which will be delivered by WSDG Partner and Director of Business Development Sergio Molho, is titled “Invisible Acoustics Part 2: Aesthetically Acceptable/Acoustically Imperative New […]

Invisible Acoustics Part 2 Debuts at CEDIA Expo from Sergio Molho

AVIXA Foundation Is Inviting Students and Educators to Behind-the-Scenes Look at the New Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

The AVIXA Foundation, the charitable arm of the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, will host 140 students, educators, and community leaders from Southern California for an AV experience event at the newly renovated Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Sept. 12. Attendees will tour the Coliseum to get an up-close look at the new AV technology […]

AVIXA Foundation Is Inviting Students and Educators to Behind-the-Scenes Look at the New Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

Need to Amp-Up your Audio? Denon Just Launched a New Amplifier and a CD Player for Home and Retail

Denon announced two new products ahead of next month’s CEDIA Expo — the PMA-600NE integrated amplifier and the DCD-600NE CD player. Denon says they went to great lengths to eliminate interference and maintain sound quality in nearly every aspect of the new 600 series. The PMA-600NE integrated amplifier is engineered with Denon’s Advanced High Current […]

Need to Amp-Up your Audio? Denon Just Launched a New Amplifier and a CD Player for Home and Retail

Meridian Details CEDIA Plans

Boasting outstanding design and performance, Meridian’s range of audio solutions challenge conventions and redefine how people experience sound. At CEDIA Expo 2019, attendees will have the opportunity to experience Meridian’s range of High Resolution audio systems in action with Barco Residential on booth 3030. Meridian will be providing powerful audio to two areas of the […]

Meridian Details CEDIA Plans

Savant Adds More Personalization to Pro Remote

Savant is enabling users to personalize each Pro Remote by room or by user. In addition to touchscreen personalization, the Pro Remote’s native voice button can also be configured for Siri voice activation. With the latest release from Savant, users can now select from all available Savant Scenes, Services and Favorite Channels and add the […]

Savant Adds More Personalization to Pro Remote

VOXX Ships Gentex HomeLink

VOXX Electronics says it’s already shipping its new Gentex frameless rear-view mirror (ADVGENFLCHLN) that includes a Bluetooth-enabled automatic-dimming mirror with integrated buttons that can be programmed to operate myriad radio frequency (RF) and cloud-based home automation devices. The ADVGENFLCHLN includes the following features: AUTO-DIMMING: Automatically darkens to eliminate glare FRAMELESS DESIGN: Enhanced aesthetics to complement […]

VOXX Ships Gentex HomeLink

Legrand Has New Recessed On-Q Mounting Kits for LCD and OLED TV

Legrand today introduced the On-Q Flat Screen TV Pro power and cable management kits. The new solutions provide homeowners with everything needed to safely extend power to wall-mounted displays and accompanying devices while neatly concealing power and AV cables inside the wall. Each in-wall kit includes a power input module with drywall bracket and six-foot […]

Legrand Has New Recessed On-Q Mounting Kits for LCD and OLED TV

Alcons Audio, Sony, Storm Audio and Screen Acoustics Debut Another Immersive Experience at CEDIA 2019

Alcons Audio will be exhibiting again this year at the 2019 CEDIA Expo, taking place at the Colorado Convention Center, Denver, from Thurs., Sept. 12 to Sat., Sept.14. Located at Booth SR-13 on the show floor, the Alcons Pro-Ribbon Immersive Experience lets visitors experience the company’s unique ability to deliver hi-fi sound at concert sound […]

Alcons Audio, Sony, Storm Audio and Screen Acoustics Debut Another Immersive Experience at CEDIA 2019

2,800 Designs Later, Luxul’s Customer Assurance Program is Big

Luxul today announced that 2,800 certified wired and wireless network designs have been provided to its dealer base in the first year of the company’s customer assurance program or CAP. For residential and commercial applications, the certified designs allow integrators to deliver Wi-Fi networks that are guaranteed to meet their customers’ reliability and performance requirements. […]

2,800 Designs Later, Luxul’s Customer Assurance Program is Big

New Variable Length Soundbar to Debut at CEDIA from MSE Audio

MSE Audio has announced the Phase Technology variable length soundbar to enable custom fit sound bars. The Variable Length Soundbar will debut at CEDIA 2019 in booth 3925. Phase Technology’s variable length soundbar is designed with cut-to-length rods to allow the sound bar to match the length of a television screen. Featuring an 8-ohm impedance, […]

New Variable Length Soundbar to Debut at CEDIA from MSE Audio

More Control Plugins Released by QSC for the Q-SYS

QSC has announced the availability of the latest round of Q-SYS Control plugins, offering native control integration of some of today’s most popular meeting room endpoints with the Q-SYS Ecosystem. Now available through the Q-SYS Designer Asset Manager portal within Q-SYS Designer Software, these plugins offer configuration and management capabilities for the following devices. Viewsonic […]

More Control Plugins Released by QSC for the Q-SYS

Savant Adds Battery-Powered Shades

Savant has expanded its shade offerings to include both battery-powered motor solutions as well as new quiet, high-powered wired motors. All Savant wired or wireless solutions fit into the same low-profile tube and bracketing system, giving integrators a no-compromise window treatment for both new construction and retrofit applications. For retrofit projects, Savant’s new rechargeable battery-powered […]

Savant Adds Battery-Powered Shades

You Can Now Get Right and Left Offset Versions of the 63SA-7HO Architectural Speakers from James Loudspeaker

James Loudspeaker just introduced the 63SAS-7HO-2.5R and 63SAS-7HO-2.5L Small Aperture loudspeakers available with either right and left offset. The woofer port and midrange/tweeter assembly are canted either to the right or left side of the enclosure, enabling integrators to place the 3-inch grille exactly where it needs to be. The new offset Small Aperture (SA) […]

You Can Now Get Right and Left Offset Versions of the 63SA-7HO Architectural Speakers from James Loudspeaker

Now There’s an LG SmartTV Driver for RTI

RTI today announced that the company has developed a driver for IP control of select 2018 and 2019 LG AI ThinQ TVs, including OLED and select NanoCell models. By utilizing a network connection, the new driver simplifies the integration of LG TVs into RTI automation and control systems to provide consumers with premium control options. […]

Now There’s an LG SmartTV Driver for RTI

Simply Reliable smartOFFICE Adds Inventory Management Feature

Simply Reliable has announced the addition of inventory management in its smartOFFICE enterprise business workflow software. The inventory management feature in cloud based smartOFFICE provides for a four-stage process: Request Order Receive Deliver Barcode scan or use the Android or iOS app to easily move inventory from location to location. The ‘need to order’ screen […]

Simply Reliable smartOFFICE Adds Inventory Management Feature