Extron announced its expanded line of VoiceLift Pro wireless microphone system packages are now shipping, enabling educators to meet the needs of today’s teaching styles and instructional spaces. These complete audio reinforcement packages are simple to purchase and integrate, and intuitive for anyone to use. Capabilities are enhanced with sophisticated mixing and digital signal processing […]

Leon Speakers has an upgraded ultra-thin audio platform available, the new UX platform is part of the Horizon, Profile, and FrameBar TV speaker series. At the heart of the UX platform lies a Morel driver design with a 2.5″ driver, housed within a cast aluminum baske. Aesthetic alignment with Leon’s 33UX and 44UX options is […]

Commercial Integrator Expo, a full-featured exposition and conference addressing the needs of today’s fixed installation audiovisual systems professionals and technology managers, announces a renewed partnership with the Interactive Multimedia & Collaborative Communications Alliance (IMCCA) as a supporting organization for Commercial Integrator Expo 2024. Unified communications technology serves as the backbone for hybrid and remote work, […]

Brompton Technology unveiled its new 8K Tessera SQ200 LED video processor, the first product in the company’s new third-generation range. The SQ200 follows in the footsteps of Brompton’s multi-award-winning Tessera SX40, delivering the same core feature-set and full backward-compatibility with existing Brompton-powered LED panels as well as existing XD data distribution units, but now supporting […]

Trinnov Audio announced the launch of the WaveForming design tool. Designed for audio professionals, this online tool “simplifies the process of specifying room layouts that are scientifically sound and tailored to deliver the exceptional WaveForming audio experience,” according to the company. WaveForming claims to offer a solution to the most challenging aspect of home cinema: […]

  On the latest episode of rAVe [TV], Gary Kayye discusses his experience at NAB and Exertis Almo’s latest E4 in Chicago. We talk about why regional shows are becoming more popular but we actually spend much of the show discussing big news: Resideo has acquired Snap One. Check out the episode to learn about […]

Lightware Visual Engineering today shared an update on the immersive experiences using its solutions worldwide. From the Lightroom Exhibition in London, U.K., and 360-degree projection installation at Gwalior Fort in India to the immersive Mirror Mirror Art Experience in Adelaide, South Australia, the live event and rental/staging markets rely on Lightware to deliver the ultimate […]

Waves Audio announced the latest version (V14.30) of its live plug-in-processing system, Waves’ SuperRack SoundGrid. This new version includes a completely redesigned, forward-thinking ProLink Console Remote Integration Protocol for DiGiCo, promising the “fastest, most powerful, best-performing plug-in processing system for live sound on the market.” Furthermore, Waves says it has also improved the overall user […]

A new collaboration between Sony and Waves Audio now allows Waves Audio’s Cloud MX Audio Mixer to be compatible with Sony’s M2L-X live production switcher for software-based live production workflows. Sony says its M2L-X provides more flexibility and capability for customers’ production workflow, due to its forthcoming utilization of a Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Virtual Private […]

Audio-Technica debuted the AT2040USB Hypercardioid Dynamic USB Microphone — a recent addition to A-T’s comprehensive lineup of 20 Series content creation products. The AT2040USB microphone combines the broadcast-quality performance of the AT2040 dynamic microphone with plug-and-play USB Type-C functionality, making it easy for podcasters, streamers and other content creators to achieve professional results, according to […]

Atomos announced Sun Dragon, 99% sun spectrum-accurate (CRI:99, TCLI:98), 5-color HDR LED production lights in LED strip form. Maintaining 2000 lumens end to end, the company says the 16ft (5m) high-density lighting system comes with wired DMX and ethernet and wireless RF, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for control and configuration. With Sun Dragon, Atomos says […]

Jetbuilt announced the appointment of Steve Samson as the company’s new director of vendor partnerships. In this role, Samson will spearhead the management of relationships and partnerships with both current and prospective vendors, further solidifying Jetbuilt’s position as the industry leader in providing powerful proposal generation and comprehensive 360-degree project management solutions. With a deep […]

Waves Audio and Lawo announced that Waves SuperRack LiveBox is now compatible with Lawo’s mc² mixing consoles, providing flexibility for live sound applications. The integration of LiveBox with Lawo consoles empowers audio professionals with control and flexibility, which includes access to, and control of, just about any studio-grade VST3 plug-in on the market — whether […]

Resideo Technologies Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of technology-driven products and solutions, and Snap One Holdings Corp., a provider of smart-living products, services, and software to professional integrators, announced a “definitive agreement pursuant to which Resideo has agreed to acquire Snap One for $10.75 per share in cash, for a transaction value of approximately $1.4 […]

FAIRFAX, VA – April 11, 2024 – InfoComm and AVI Systems have teamed up again to present InfoComm Esports Live 2.0 at the show this June 12-14 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees will experience esports in action all three days with a Gaming Stage featuring live match play competitions; esports expert presenters and […]

  On the latest episode of rAVe [TV], Megan A. Dutta joins the show to announce the winners of LAVNCH [CODE]’s annual Out of This World Experience Awards. This is a cool award because it goes to installations rather than products. Check this out to see Megan talk about why each install won an award. […]

In this Steph Takeover episode of Rants & rAVes, I sat down with Chris Wildfoerster, business development manager at Axis Communications. The company is headed to ISC West, the largest security trade show in the U.S. While this show and its audience look a lot different than those at ISE and InfoComm, security is only […]

The SDVoE Alliance announced Lindy Electronics has joined the SDVoE Alliance as an adopting member. Lindy Electronics, a provider of computer accessories, professional audiovisual equipment and cables, has joined the SDVoE Alliance as an adopting member. The SDVoE Alliance is a nonprofit consortium of technology providers collaborating to standardize the adoption of Ethernet to transport […]

AVer Information announced a technology partnership with Biamp for its intelligent camera tracking solution. This collaboration uses data from Biamp Parlé conferencing microphones with Beamtracking technology to automatically trigger AVer cameras and focus on active participants, ensuring everyone feels engaged and seen. Beamtracking Parlé microphones continuously identify active speakers anywhere in the room. This voice […]

At NAB Show 2024, and beyond, Sony is committed to enhancing solutions in the remote and distributed production, capture, monitor, audio, cloud, and virtual production realm. These technologies are empowering media and entertainment creators and professionals, at every level, by creating efficiencies, enhancing productivity, and solving challenges. Visitors to booth C8201 will experience Sony’s connected […]

Crestron announced ongoing sustainability initiatives and a partnership with Sustainability in AV (SAVe) where the company will join as a Sustaining Sponsor. As an organization, Crestron remains dedicated to identifying opportunities to reduce its carbon footprint through sustainable workplace practices and improvements to minimize environmental impact. This commitment does not stop with Crestron solely as […]

The Acoustic Transducer Company (ATC) announced the SCM20ASL Limited Edition loudspeaker. Limited to just 150 pairs, the two-way active stand-mount design is finished in a “high gloss lacquer in the ATC company dark blue.” The front baffle is hand-upholstered in royal blue full-grain Napa leather by German leather specialist Eissmann. The exterior alloy components feature […]

Neutrik announced the NA-4I4O-AES72 4-channel AES72 compliant stagebox for transmitting microphone levels, analog line levels, AES3, DMX or even intercom over one single category cable. With four plug and four socket XLRs in the same housing, NA-4I4O-AES72 provides any combination of input and output signals such as two in/two out or four in/zero out. Since […]

Fred Bargetzi, longtime Crestron CTO who passed away in 2021 from ALS, had a profound impact on the AV industry and the many people who work in it. In honor of Fred’s legacy, The Bargetzi ALS Foundation was formed by friends and family of Fred to support families dealing with the many challenges and expenses […]

Step into a world where technology transcends imagination at the 2024 NAB Show, with Absen Inc leading the charge! Absen welcomes you to Booth #C3519, a hub of innovation where Absen’s pioneering LED technology merges with the brilliance of ModTruss, Brompton Technology, NovaStar, MegaPixel and XR214 Studio, crafting an “ecosystem of unmatched visual splendor.” Dive […]

The Illuminarium at The Distillery District announced the premiere of a new immersive experience: LITE-BRITE: Worlds of Wonder. Created by Secret Location, a Toronto-based Emmy award-winning content studio, in partnership with Hasbro, Inc. This 60-minute experience is designed to inspire creativity and fun for both kids and adults. It is the most engaging and gamified […]

The inclusion of HOLOPLOT products in the latest EASE 5 update, will allow users to investigate the possibilities and impact of using Matrix Arrays in any venue, according to the company. Users can model Matrix Arrays and Beam Optimizations in the company’s Plan system design software to view sound pressure level simulations. The resulting array […]

Matrox Video introduced low-density versions of the Matrox DSX LE5 D25 LP and DSX LE6 D100 network interface controller (NIC) cards, new additions to its lineup of SMPTE ST 2110 cards supporting the broadcast and ProAV industries’ shift to IP workflows. Offering multi-channel video inputs and outputs (I/O) over 10/25/100GbE networks, along with the media […]

AVPro Edge just launched the AC-MV-41 four-input HDMI Multi-Viewer, providing integrators with a tiling solution for delivering as many as four separate HDMI 2.0 video sources simultaneously on any size monitor, television or projector. The company says the AC-MV-41 offers customized tile configurations with recallable presets, such as a primary picture with a “keep tabs” […]

AlarMax will now be distributing Yamaha audio equipment in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania; Cleveland, Ohio; Columbus, Ohio; Cincinnati, Ohio; Bohemia, New York; Timonium, Maryland; and Beltsville, Maryland. Yamaha products are customizable and scalable to various home audio requirements, the brand’s collection is comprised of home theater systems, immersive sound bars like the True X […]

Legrand announced today that John Selldorff is retiring at the end of February 2024 after leading Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) for 22 years as President and CEO. Brian DiBella, current president of the Data, Power & Control division of LNCA, will step into the role March 1, 2024. “I would like to express […]

Korbyt collaborated with Cardinal Glass to enhance communication and engagement at the company’s Church Hill, TN facility. Cardinal Glass, a global leader in the glass development industry, faced significant challenges in effectively communicating with employees. With a 50-acre space operating around the clock seven days a week, the company enlisted Korbyt’s help to develop an […]