Michael Williams

Michael Williams

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

B-Tech appoint Tom Meylink as Director of Sales for Europe

B-Tech AV Mounts have reinforced their senior management team with the appointment of well-known industry face Tom Meylink as director of sales (Europe). Tom is no stranger to the world of AV brackets and mounts, having held a key role at Vogel’s as International business development manager for nearly eight years. Joining B-Tech in a […]

B-Tech appoint Tom Meylink as Director of Sales for Europe

‘Mr B-Tech’ Mark Walker promoted to Director of Operations

B-Tech AV Mounts is pleased to announce the promotion of Mark Walker to Director of Operations (UK). Mark has been with B-Tech since 2007, and during that time has worked with most facets of the business, as well as establishing himself as one of the most well-known and popular faces in the AV world. Having […]

‘Mr B-Tech’ Mark Walker promoted to Director of Operations

StormAudio Recruits Ex-Wisdom Audio Sales Manager Gary Blouse to Drive US Effort

Novato, CA – November 26, 2018 – Luxury Immersive audio hardware brand StormAudio has selected Gary Blouse as its new National Sales Manager in the US. In this role, Gary will manage StormAudio’s sales, marketing and training, reporting directly to StormAudio France-based Managing Director Olivier Thumerel. Gary has worked closely with high-end home theater dealers […]

StormAudio Recruits Ex-Wisdom Audio Sales Manager Gary Blouse to Drive US Effort

Red Bull Gaming Sphere Tokyo adopts Blackmagic Design Workflow for Live Streaming

Fremont, CA – November 21, 2018 – Blackmagic Design today announced that Red Bull Japan is using ATEM Production Studio 4K live production switcher and ATEM 1 M/E Broadcast Panel hardware control panel for the broadcasting of eSports at the Red Bull Gaming Sphere Tokyo event space. To provide the live streaming of games, Red Bull […]

Red Bull Gaming Sphere Tokyo adopts Blackmagic Design Workflow for Live Streaming

Adamson Appoints Ben Millson to Oversee New APAC Office in Thailand

Port Perry, ON (November 2018) – In response to its substantial ongoing growth in the Asia-Pacific region, Adamson Systems Engineering has established a new office in Chiang Mai, Thailand to better serve its partner network and further enhance its brand profile. Correspondingly, the company has appointed Ben Millson as Managing Director for the APAC region […]

Adamson Appoints Ben Millson to Oversee New APAC Office in Thailand

Crestron Partners with ekey to Deliver Fingerprint Door Entry to Crestron Smart Homes

Rockleigh, NJ – November 21st, 2018 – Crestron announced today that ekey biometric systems GmbH, a leading provider of fingerprint access solutions, is now an official Crestron integration partner. The sleek wall-mounted ekey finger scanners integrate seamlessly with Crestron 3-Series® control systems. Now, Crestron residential integrators can introduce convenient one-touch door entry to their smart […]

Crestron Partners with ekey to Deliver Fingerprint Door Entry to Crestron Smart Homes

Avonic launches CM20 Wide angle Huddle Camera

The Netherlands, 23 November, 2018 – Avonic today announced the availability of the CM20-VCU High-quality 4K camera with a built-in microphone array. Boasting a impressive list of features such as auto framing, digital PTZ with selectable presets and a 120 degrees viewing angle the CM20 is perfectly suited for video conferencing and recording applications in […]

Avonic launches CM20 Wide angle Huddle Camera

Danish court orders distributor to cease the sale of ClickShare imitation

Kortrijk, Belgium, 22 November 2018 – The Maritime and Commercial High Court of Copenhagen, Denmark, ruling in summary proceedings, has granted Barco’s leave for a preliminary injunction against the Danish distributor Unit.DK to market and sell Wireless Media. In Barco’s view, this Chinese wireless presentation system is a look-alike of Barco’s successful ClickShare. The court […]

Danish court orders distributor to cease the sale of ClickShare imitation

NEW DynamicTalkB From Arthur Holm

Smart and stylish solution to optimise audio in meeting rooms The new DynamicTalkB is a smart and elegant solution to integrate perfectly boundary microphones in a boardroom table. This smooth mechanism raises, rotates and lowers a microphone inside a desk surface. The microphone appears and disappears at the simple touch of a button and it […]

NEW DynamicTalkB From Arthur Holm

New MuxLab Extender Supports H.264/265 Video Codec

MONTREAL, QUEBEC – Today’s universities, corporations, educational and medical facilities and even residential homes are more connected than ever. With that interconnectivity comes the challenge of integrating all the various sources of content, such as H.264/H.265 IP cameras, media players, streaming AV channels, computers and laptops, projectors and even traditional Blu-Ray players and set-top boxes. MuxLab’s […]

New MuxLab Extender Supports H.264/265 Video Codec

APG’s Complete Audio Solution Electrifies Top Nightclub in China

Tremblay-en-France (France), 20th November 2018 – The city of Zhongshan, located close to Hong Kong and Macau, has been mooted as one of the most liveable cities in China. Enjoying considerable wealth, it also benefits from a thriving tourist economy and vibrant entertainment scene – of which 0760 Plus nightclub in the Shiqi district is now […]

APG’s Complete Audio Solution Electrifies Top Nightclub in China

Brandi Carlile Collaborates with Sam Smith on New “Party of One” Duet, Recorded at Capitol Studios

Los Angeles, CA, November 19, 2018 – Capitol Studios, the iconic and state-of-the-art recording facility located in the historic Capitol Tower in Hollywood, California, recently hosted a recording session with live video taping for the music video for Brandi Carlile’s “Party of One,” recorded as a new duet version with Sam Smith. Produced by GRAMMY® […]

Brandi Carlile Collaborates with Sam Smith on New “Party of One” Duet, Recorded at Capitol Studios

SAVANT TEAMS WITH USAI LIGHTING TO DELIVER ADVANCED LIGHTING EDUCATION & DESIGN TOOLS

HYANNIS, MASS. — November 19th, 2018 — Savant, a leader in smart home technology, has introduced an educational platform featuring online tools in support of Savant integrators seeking to add lighting fixture sales and installation as part of their services. This innovative toolset, along with USAI Lighting’s dealer education initiatives are designed to give technology […]

SAVANT TEAMS WITH USAI LIGHTING TO DELIVER ADVANCED LIGHTING EDUCATION & DESIGN TOOLS

Camplex Signal Extender & Tactical Reel System for Fast Deployment of 3G-SDI Video over Fiber

Saugerties, N.Y. – November 19, 2018 Camplex, a leading US manufacturer of fiber optic cables and accessories, introduces a new signal extender and tactical reel system for the rapid deployment and extension of 3G-SDI video over fiber for outside broadcast and live event productions. The CMX-TACNGO-3GTR system consists of a fiber optic mini 3GHD/SDI converter/extender […]

Camplex Signal Extender & Tactical Reel System for Fast Deployment of 3G-SDI Video over Fiber

KanexPro Debuts HDMI 2.0 to HDBaseT Switcher for Home Theater

Brea, Calif. – November 15, 2018 – KanexPro, an industry-leading provider of connectivity solutions to the IT and AV markets, announces an HDMI 2.0 to HDBaseT 8×8 Matrix Switcher, the MX-HDBT8X818G, featuring the latest innovations of 4K HDR10 and Dolby Vision. KanexPro’s 8×8 HDMI 2.0 to HDBaseT Matrix Switcher shifts inputs to outputs over CAT5e/6 utilizing an HDBaseT […]

KanexPro Debuts HDMI 2.0 to HDBaseT Switcher for Home Theater

Barco to highlight advances in remote reading, streamlined compliance and analytics at RSNA 2018

Atlanta, Georgia, 16 November 2018 — Barco, a global leader in healthcare imaging, is known for creating best-in-class diagnostic display systems that boost diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency while instilling radiologists with a high degree of reading confidence. At this year’s RSNA, Barco will highlight a variety of remote reading solutions in addition to continuing […]

Barco to highlight advances in remote reading, streamlined compliance and analytics at RSNA 2018

Tom Vintzel joins Séura as Vice President of Sales

Green Bay, Wis. – Séura is pleased to announce Tom Vintzel as its new Vice President of Sales, leading Séura’s Residential and Commercial sales divisions to achieve company sales growth objectives. In Vintzel’s role, he will assume a leadership position within the company to develop strategic sales plans and mentor team members to execute to […]

Tom Vintzel joins Séura as Vice President of Sales

Alcons Assists Anniversary Concert For John Paul II’s Papal Appointment

The church of St Brygida (St Bridget) in Gdańsk, Poland, recently hosted a televised concert to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s appointment. An Alcons Audio pro-ribbon audio system was the ideal solution to tame the church’s difficult acoustics. St Brygida is a large, brick-built church, famed for its amber altar and […]

Alcons Assists Anniversary Concert For John Paul II’s Papal Appointment

22Miles, Inc. Launches New Product: Carry2Mobile™ – Creating a Unique Experience from Digital Displays to Mobile Screens

22Miles, Inc. has unveiled an exciting new product, Carry2Mobile. Carry2Mobile uses HTML5 technology to seamlessly transition the user experience from a digital sign to a mobile device’s web browser. Motivated by user feedback and market research, 22Miles, Inc. was determined to empower the digital audience to experience content on a mobile phone with no downloading […]

22Miles, Inc. Launches New Product: Carry2Mobile™ – Creating a Unique Experience from Digital Displays to Mobile Screens

Rayva Launches Three New Programs to Support Dealer Channel

NEW YORK, NY (November 15, 2018)—Ravya, supplier of engineered and fully personalizable turnkey home theater environments, has introduced three new programs for dealers which are already receiving extremely positive feedback from the channel. Rayva’s new programs—including Premier Dealer, Showroom Purchase, and Installation Support—make it easier and more profitable than ever to sell and support home […]

Rayva Launches Three New Programs to Support Dealer Channel

Mersive is a 2018 Deloitte Fast 500 Award Winner

Denver, CO, November 15, 2018 – Mersive Technologies, the leader in wireless content sharing and collaboration, today announced today announced it ranked 139 on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, and energy tech companies in North America. Mersive grew 806 percent during this period. “Like […]

Mersive is a 2018 Deloitte Fast 500 Award Winner

Peerless-AV® Launches New Diamond Level of the Certified Installer Training Program

AURORA, Ill. – November 14, 2018 – Peerless-AV®, an award-winning designer and manufacturer of the highest quality audio and video solutions and accessories, is pleased to announce the launch of the newest level of its Certified Installer Training Program – the Diamond Level. This level, entitled, “Video Wall Mounting Systems for Direct View LED Displays,” […]

Peerless-AV® Launches New Diamond Level of the Certified Installer Training Program

Azione Unlimited Nominates The Integrated Home President and AHT Global Principal to Serve on the Board

Chester Springs, PA – (November 12, 2018) – With the terms of two advisory members expiring, Azione Unlimited announces the election of two new members. Effective immediately, JW Anderson, president of The Integrated Home and Al Reinhard, principal of AHT Global, replace Kim Michels of Electronic Environments and Jason Voorhees of Cantara Design. Michels has […]

Azione Unlimited Nominates The Integrated Home President and AHT Global Principal to Serve on the Board

VUE Uncorks World-Class Experience at Thornton Winery Champagne Concert Series

November 13th, 2018 – Temecula, CA Chris Isaak, George Benson, and Kenny G headlined this year’s annual Champagne Concert Series at Thornton Winery in Temecula, Ca. For the 5th consecutive year, Sound Image was there with the VUE al-4 line arrays to deliver sound as spectacular as the talent and views of the surrounding vineyards. Spanning […]

VUE Uncorks World-Class Experience at Thornton Winery Champagne Concert Series

FOX Sports’ College Football Pre-Game Show Relies on Clear-Com for Flexible Wireless Communications

ALAMEDA, USA – November 13, 2018 – Soundtronics Wireless of Las Vegas, NV relied on Clear-Com® to service long-time client, FOX Sports, with an Eclipse HX digital matrix and FreeSpeak II digital wireless intercom system for the network’s  college football pre-game show, broadcast live from Fair Park (State Fair of Texas) on October 6. Soundtronics […]

FOX Sports’ College Football Pre-Game Show Relies on Clear-Com for Flexible Wireless Communications

Atlona and Josh.ai Partner for Voice-Controlled Distributed AV

SAN JOSE, California, November 13, 2018 – Atlona is extending the reach of its whole-home AV systems into the residential and light commercial markets through a new partnership with Josh.ai, an industry leader in artificial intelligence for the home. The complete solution integrates Josh voice control platforms with Atlona HDR-H2H and PRO3 Series HDMI-to-HDBaseT matrix […]

Atlona and Josh.ai Partner for Voice-Controlled Distributed AV

Legendary Cat & Fiddle Pub Has Always Relied on Mackie

Hollywood, CA – November 2018… A legend in the Los Angeles area for 35 years, the Cat & Fiddle opened in Laurel Canyon in 1982. Cofounded by Paula Gardner and her late husband, Kim, a London bass player whose former bandmates included Rod Stewart and Ron Wood, the British-style pub moved to Sunset Boulevard three […]

Legendary Cat & Fiddle Pub  Has Always Relied on Mackie

Johnny Massacre’s Manley Eureka Moment

Tokyo, Japan – November 2018… Meet British-born rapper, DJ, and producer Johnny Massacre, the genius behind the smash YouTube hit “Ultrasound,” which has 8.3 million views and counting. Massacre works out of a hybrid personal studio in Tokyo, where he says his career goal is to “resurrect the spirit of Biggie Smalls.” And to take his music […]

Johnny Massacre’s Manley Eureka Moment

Symetrix Prism Manages High-End Sound System for Innovative Renkon Izakaya

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam-November 2018… An izakaya is a traditional, informal Japanese neighborhood bar; the word means “stay and drink sake.” Renkon, which means “lotus root” in Japanese and is a reference to the national flower of Vietnam, updates this concept, combining high-quality food and drink, hip-hop music, and innovative design to create a first-class, […]

Symetrix Prism Manages High-End Sound System for Innovative Renkon Izakaya

Attero Tech Enhances Stunning New Dorm at Penn State Behrend

Behrend, PA-November 2018… Penn State University boasts 24 in-state campuses, the largest of which is the beautiful, 854-acre Behrend campus. Penn State Behrend delivers more than 40 academic programs to 5,050 undergraduate students, but only 251 of them will be fortunate enough to reside in the brand new Trippe Hall, a four-story, $28.4 million residence […]

Attero Tech Enhances Stunning New Dorm   at Penn State Behrend

Gig Performer Opens a Life-Changing Door for Paul Patto

Melbourne, Australia, November 2018 – Musicians are often excited about new software acquisitions, but Paul Patto’s wild enthusiasm for Deskew Technologies’ Gig Performer is something different. Patto’s elation is rooted in the fact that Gig Performer enables him to perform live, which, being disabled, he could not otherwise do. After his career as a pastry chef […]

Gig Performer Opens a Life-Changing Door  for Paul Patto

STRATACACHE Announces Acquisition of Digital Signage System Integration Company Sys-Teams

DAYTON, OH, US—12 November 2018—STRATACACHE announces the acquisition of Sys-Teams, a UK-based company specializing in delivering comprehensive installation, integration and field service solutions to notable global brands’ digital signage and digital retail experiences. The STRATACACHE family of marketing technology companies is a full solution provider of large-scale networks of interactive, intelligent audience and shopper engagement […]

STRATACACHE Announces Acquisition of Digital Signage System Integration Company Sys-Teams