Michael Williams

Michael Williams

Michael is a project manager at rAVe [PUBS]. You can reach him at michael@ravepubs.com.

Stealth Acoustics LRX85 Delivers The Premium Invisible Experience

LRx85 is the latest generation of high-performance, expert-grade invisible speakers from Stealth Acoustics, providing sound quality, frequency response and output levels usually reserved for only the best visible speakers. Now, installers can bring top-shelf audio performance to their customers without any visible presence of speaker boxes or unsightly speaker grills. Stealth’s LRx85 premium invisible speaker […]

Stealth Acoustics LRX85 Delivers The Premium Invisible Experience

Steve James Promoted to Vice President of Engineering at Extron

Anaheim, California (August 19, 2019) – Extron has announced the promotion of Steve James to Vice President of Engineering. James has a long track record of design innovation with more than 25 years of experience at Extron. “Steve has proven his ability to lead and manage a large part of Extron’s Engineering Department,” says Andrew […]

Steve James Promoted to Vice President of Engineering at Extron

Radio Active Designs UV-1G Intercom Receives EU Certification

East Rutherford, NJ (July 2019) – Radio Active Designs UV-1G wireless analog intercom system has passed the EU’s Low Voltage, RoHS, Radio Equipment and EMC directives. As such, the 6-channel intercom system that operates primarily in VHF, is now available across Europe. “We are extremely pleased to have crossed this hurdle,” explains James Stoffo, CTO, […]

Radio Active Designs UV-1G Intercom Receives EU Certification

Crestron to Launch Specialized Marine Program

Rockleigh, NJ – August 20, 2019 – Crestron, a global leader in smart home technology, is about to make even bigger waves in the marine automation market and set a new course in the very specialized marketplace. The soon-to-be-launched Crestron Marine Program will provide huge advantages to shipbuilders, specifiers, and ETOs, with Crestron set to […]

Crestron to Launch Specialized Marine Program

Biamp Burst Mode Technology Receives U.S. Patent

BEAVERTON, Ore. — Aug. 20, 2019 — Biamp today announced it was awarded a patent from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for the burst mode technology used in several of its Tesira® conferencing solutions. Burst mode is a key element of Biamp’s time-saving, single cable-connection solution, which provides amazing audio performance and easy installation […]

Biamp Burst Mode Technology Receives U.S. Patent

VuWall and LG Partner to Deliver the Most Advanced Integrated Video Wall Control and Display Technology for Control Room Environments

MONTREAL — Aug. 20, 2019 — VuWall, leader of video wall and AV network management solutions, today announced a corporate partnership with LG Electronics, the leading global manufacturer of monitors, personal computers, digital signage, and commercial displays. This partnership allows VuWall and LG to offer customers a fully integrated control room solution that combines VuWall’s […]

VuWall and LG Partner to Deliver the Most Advanced Integrated Video Wall Control and Display Technology for Control Room Environments

Signagelive digital signage enhances the customer experience at Clip ‘n Climb

Clip ’n Climb is a brand new indoor climbing centre and is based in Ipswich. It is the only purpose-built centre in the UK and is the largest of all the 215 Clip ‘n Climb centres in the world. It has been carefully designed to ensure that everyone can be a part of the experience […]

Signagelive digital signage enhances the customer experience at Clip ‘n Climb

StreamGuys to Showcase New Monetization, Visualization and Social Media Innovations for Radio Streams and Podcasts at IBC2019

BAYSIDE, CALIFORNIA, August 20, 2019 – StreamGuys is heading to the IBC2019 exhibition in Amsterdam (September 13-17) with a bevy of new features in its SGrecast live stream repurposing and podcast management system that help radio broadcasters and podcasters maximize the monetization of their content and better engage their audiences. Co-exhibiting in stand 8.A59 with […]

StreamGuys to Showcase New Monetization, Visualization and Social Media Innovations for Radio Streams and Podcasts at IBC2019

S14 Solutions Day on September 25, 2019 at COMM-TEC

The AV industry will come together for the eleventh time on September 24 and 25, 2019 at the S14 Solutions Day from COMM-TEC GmbH in Uhingen. In addition to presentations and workshops, over 50 exhibitors will present the newest products and solutions on the topics of collaboration, audio, digital signage, presentation systems, and UCC Unified Communication & […]

S14 Solutions Day on September 25, 2019 at COMM-TEC

Speaking Rock Entertainment Center Upgrades to Martin Audio

El Paso, Texas – August, 2019. SRB Consulting & Design recently installed a Martin Audio system consisting of WPC line arrays, SXH218 and SX118 subs and CDD12s as part of a comprehensive upgrade at the Speaking Rock Entertainment Center in El Paso, Texas. Describing the venue, SRB owner Scott Brown explains, “Speaking Rock is located on […]

Speaking Rock Entertainment Center Upgrades to Martin Audio

Almo Professional A/V Brings All-Star Leadership, Learning, and the Latest Manufacturing Partners on Fall E4 Experience

Philadelphia, PA — August 19, 2019 — With attendance already expected to be at an all-time high, Almo Professional A/V, the Pro AV industry’s Favorite Distributor, today officially announced registration is open for the Fall 2019 E4 Experiences, coming to the New York Metro Area on September 25 and Atlanta on October 15. As always, […]

Almo Professional A/V Brings All-Star Leadership, Learning,  and the Latest Manufacturing Partners on Fall E4 Experience

Dante & Focusrite RedNet: A Case of Endless Possibilities for Belmont University

Los Angeles, CA, August 19, 2019 – The physical infrastructure of Belmont University’s Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business has grown since its start in the 1970s to encompass an impressive collection of performance spaces and audio/video production facilities, including its flagship 250-seat Dolby Atmos theater. Many of these resources are located in […]

Dante & Focusrite RedNet: A Case of Endless Possibilities for Belmont University

Beer—and L-Acoustics—Never Broke Luke Combs’ Heart

NASHVILLE, Tennessee – August 2019 — In the two short years since he released his debut album, This One’s for You, Luke Combs has absolutely soared in popularity, distinguishing himself as the only artist to ever have his first six singles hit Number One on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. Recently honored as the newest member […]

Beer—and L-Acoustics—Never Broke Luke Combs’ Heart

‘Live Rescue,’ From MGM’s Big Fish Entertainment, Producer of A&E’s Hit Series ‘Live PD,’ Relies on VidOvation’s AVIWEST Bonded Cellular System

IRVINE, Calif. — Aug. 19, 2019 — Big Fish Entertainment, an MGM Company and the creators of and production company behind groundbreaking A&E docuseries ‘Live PD,’ has deployed VidOvation’s AVIWEST bonded cellular system for use in the new docuseries, ‘Live Rescue,’ also on A&E. The AVIWEST system, which includes PRO180 transmitters and StreamHub transceivers, gives […]

‘Live Rescue,’ From MGM’s Big Fish Entertainment, Producer of A&E’s Hit Series ‘Live PD,’ Relies on VidOvation’s AVIWEST Bonded Cellular System

Point Source Audio Launches Mic Finder™ for Sound Teams to Navigate a New World of Body-worn Mics

Petaluma, Calif.— Point Source Audio (PSA), manufacturer of specialty sub-miniature body-worn style microphones, has launched Mic Finder, an interactive web-based tool designed to help sound teams—from TV to theatre—pinpoint specific mic elements and mic styles to suit applications from corporate presenters to rock n roll musicals to violin micing. Expanding beyond traditional lavalier and headset […]

Point Source Audio Launches Mic Finder™ for Sound Teams to Navigate a New World of Body-worn Mics

Blackmagic Design Live Production Workflow Captures Festival Beauregard

Fremont, CA – August 19, 2019 – Blackmagic Design today announced that a multicamera SMPTE fiber solution, featuring the Blackmagic URSA Broadcast with ATEM Camera Control Panel, was deployed across the main stage at this year’s Festival Beauregard, and delivered live coverage of performances by Fatboy Slim, Interpol, Disclosure and more. Set in the grounds of the Chateau […]

Blackmagic Design Live Production Workflow Captures Festival Beauregard

SDVoE Academy Mobile App Launches

MONTREAL — Aug. 19, 2019 — The SDVoE™ Alliance today announced that its SDVoE Academy learning platform is now available in the App Store for iOS and via Google Play for Android. The SDVoE Academy app offers free self-paced courses for AV professionals to help them develop the skills they need to take advantage of the […]

SDVoE Academy Mobile App Launches

MultiDyne Evolves 12G Series of Fiber Transport Solutions at IBC2019

Hauppauge, NY, August 19, 2019 — MultiDyne Fiber Optic Solutions will broaden its range of 12G and openGear fiber transport solutions at IBC2019 with the introduction of its next-generation OG-4600 and FiberSaver solutions. Now shipping, both problem-solving solutions enable broadcast, production and digital cinema customers to efficiently manage and transport higher resolutions and signal counts […]

MultiDyne Evolves 12G Series of Fiber Transport Solutions at IBC2019

L-Acoustics K Series impresses Orchestra Filarmonica della Scala at Piazza Duomo open-air concert

Each summer since 2013, Milan’s world-famous Teatro alla Scala has transformed Piazza Duomo, the Italian city’s central square, into an open-air concert hall where the Orchestra Filarmonica della Scala give a free classical performance forresidents and tourists. An L-Acoustics K Series system was supplied by Italy’s premier rental company, Agorà, which has provided audio and […]

L-Acoustics K Series impresses Orchestra Filarmonica della Scala at Piazza Duomo open-air concert

Univision’s Premios Juventud Delivers With Professional Wireless Systems

Miami, FL (August 2019) – For the 15th year in a row, Univision’s youth awards show Premios Juventud tapped Orlando-based Professional Wireless Systems (PWS) to provide a custom RF equipment package along with wireless frequency coordination for the event. The star-studded gala, which took place at Miami’s Watsco Center, was hosted by boy band CNCO, […]

Univision’s Premios Juventud Delivers With Professional Wireless Systems

Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2 certified for Microsoft Teams

Wedemark, 15 August 2019 – The Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2 microphone is now certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms when deployed with Microsoft-certified DSPs. The ceiling array microphone, which offers easy installation and patented dynamic beamforming technology, will be available from Microsoft as a solution for Microsoft Teams Rooms complete with a Microsoft-certified DSP. TeamConnect Ceiling […]

Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2 certified for Microsoft Teams

PROLIGHTS is Out of This World for Moon Landing 50th Anniversary Event

UK – Lighting designer, Matt Tyler used PROLIGHTS LED fixtures to provide stunning lighting for space-age performances by Orbital, Public Service Broadcasting and The Radiophonic Workshop at ‘Apollo 50’, a one-off event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing. Held at Cornwall’s Goonhilly Earth Station to celebrate the technological accomplishment of the “Arthur” satellite […]

PROLIGHTS is Out of This World for Moon Landing 50th Anniversary Event

Martin Audio WPL’s Season-Long Deployment In Russian Eco Park

Tula, Russia – August, 2019. A&T Trade and Music Trade have deployed Martin Audio’s premier WPL PA on the main stage of the Zolotoy Gorod eco park—one of the largest country parks in Russia and located near the city of Tula. The park operates all year round and receives guests from all over the world. Music Trade, […]

Martin Audio WPL’s Season-Long Deployment In Russian Eco Park

smartOFFICE by Simply Reliable Visualizes Efficiency with New Time Tracking Feature At CEDIA

SAINT PETERSBURG, FL – August 14, 2019 – Simply Reliable, the leader in cloud-based business process management, announces the addition of Time Tracking in its smartOFFICE Enterprise Business Workflow software. “Clock in, start an office timer while you load your van, start a travel timer and drive to your first jobsite, upon arrival start your […]

smartOFFICE by Simply Reliable Visualizes Efficiency with New Time Tracking Feature At CEDIA

Peerless-AV and Volta Bring Next Level Electric Vehicle Charging Stations to the Market

AURORA, Ill. – August 14, 2019 – Peerless-AV®, an award-winning designer and manufacturer of innovative audio and video solutions and accessories, announced the newest generation of electric vehicle charging stations, created in partnership with Volta. Together they provide a seamless, simple and free charging experience that fuels transportation while inspiring positive change in the adoption of […]

Peerless-AV and Volta Bring Next Level Electric Vehicle Charging Stations to the Market

Kramer And Sony Add New Interactive Features to Professional Displays with Exterity

Jerusalem, Israel, August 13, 2019 — Further to the latest announcement during InfoComm 2019, Sony Australia and Kramer Electronics announce integration with Exterity – a leading IP video and digital signage technology provider. The additional collaboration with Exterity provides users with a seamless, interoperable and versatile all-in-one solution. Additional details and demos will be available […]

Kramer And Sony Add New Interactive Features to Professional Displays with Exterity

PCI Express integrates IPTV with Signagelive digital signage platform

Signagelive has announced a new strategic partnership with PCI Express to deliver a  solution allowing you to incorporate live TV on to your Signagelive network. Whether you want to display live TV for breaking news stories, or large sporting events with brand advertising, Easystream by PCI Express and Signagelive are the perfect combination for managing […]

PCI Express integrates IPTV with Signagelive digital signage platform

Masque Sound Helps Comedian/Actress Rita Rudner Charm Audiences With Custom Audio Package For Her New Musical, Two’s A Crowd

NEW YORK, AUGUST 14, 2019 – When the curtain rose on comedian Rita Rudner’s highly-anticipated off-Broadway hit Two’s a Crowd at the 59E59 Theaters, Masque Sound, a leading theatrical sound reinforcement and installation company, was backstage to provide a custom audio equipment package to Sound Designer Jonathan Burke for the funny lady’s laugh-out-loud musical comedy. […]

Masque Sound Helps Comedian/Actress Rita Rudner Charm Audiences With Custom Audio Package For Her New Musical, Two’s A Crowd

Christie Spyder X80 managing visuals on 350-foot LED wall at One Times Square

CYPRESS, Calif – (August 14, 2019) – One Times Square, owned by Jamestown and the venue for the glittering New Year’s Eve ball drop and one of the world’s most valuable advertising locations, has launched its 350-foot-high unified north wall featuring Prismview outdoor displays driven by the powerful ChristieÒ Spyder X80 multi-windowing processor. One Times […]

Christie Spyder X80 managing visuals on 350-foot LED wall at One Times Square

D-Tools Introduces System Integrator Enhancements to Australian Integrators at Integrate 2019 with Upcoming Major Release of SI v13

CONCORD, CA, USA — August 13, 2019 — D-Tools, Inc., the worldwide leader in data-driven system integration software, will introduce powerful new capabilities of the forthcoming release of its award-winning System Integrator (SI) software solution – System Integrator v13 – to the Australian audiovisual integration community in stand P14 at Integrate 2019, August 27-19, 2019.  […]

D-Tools Introduces System Integrator Enhancements to Australian Integrators at Integrate 2019 with Upcoming Major Release of SI v13

Leon Brings Sound + Style to CEDIA 2019 with Art-Inspired Innovations

[Ann Arbor, MI] – August 13, 2019 – Continuing to push the boundaries of merging design with technology, Leon is bringing a creative approach to their CEDIA booth (#2943) this year that will inspire integrators and interior designers alike. Featuring products from their collection that deliver sound and style, their booth will be set up […]

Leon Brings Sound + Style to CEDIA 2019 with Art-Inspired Innovations

Audio-Technica Now Shipping Updated UniPoint Boundary Microphones with Touch-Sensitive Switches and Two-State RGB LED Status Indicators

Stow, OH, August 12, 2019 — Audio-Technica is now shipping its updated UniPoint® U891 Boundary Microphone models featuring a two-state RGB LED status indicator and a touch-sensitive capacitive-type user switch that can be set to three modes, replacing the previously available models. All new U891 models are equipped with an 80 Hz low-cut UniSteep® filter […]

Audio-Technica Now Shipping Updated UniPoint Boundary Microphones with Touch-Sensitive Switches and Two-State RGB LED Status Indicators