LAVNCH WEEK X, taking place virtually from October 21-24, offers AV professionals a valuable opportunity to expand their knowledge while earning continuing education credits. Attendees will be granted 2.5 CTS, CTS-D or CTS-I RUs from AVIXA each day for a total of 10 RUs. In addition, HomeAV Day attendees will receive 1.25 CEUs from CEDIA. […]

 In an era where education must adapt to diverse learning preferences and environments, “Learning in a HyFlex World” explores the innovative HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) learning model. This virtual webinar focuses on how educational institutions are integrating advanced technologies to create dynamic, flexible learning spaces that cater to both in-person and remote students simultaneously. Watch Gary […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST I have been privileged to be the keynote speaker for the Exertis Almo E4 Experience for 15 straight years — if you’re a math person, that’s 59 times. In those 15 years, we’ve issued over 18,000 AVIXA CTS RUs for attendees of my keynote presentations, alone. And, over 50,000 AVIXA […]

In the shadows of dimly lit server rooms, among the tangled webs of cables, AV nightmares lurk. From the ghostly flicker of a screen that just won’t sync to the eerie hum of a misconfigured sound system — every AV pro has faced a job so terrifying it haunts their dreams. This Halloween, we want […]

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for LAVNCH WEEK X, which is happening October 21-24. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your brand and industry expertise across panels covering AV-over-IP, AI in ProAV, residential installs and more. Watch the video below to learn more about LAVNCH WEEK X sponsorships. “This is a fantastic opportunity to connect […]

Creating memorable live events is more than just delivering a great show — it’s about evoking powerful emotional experiences that leave a lasting impact. Whether you’re planning concerts, conferences, or immersive experiences, understanding the role emotions play in audience engagement is essential. Join us for the “AV’s Super-Power in Live Events: Emotional Experiences” LAVNCH & […]

Congratulations to the 2024 Winners of rAVe’s Best of CEDIA Expo Awards! rAVe prides itself on being dependable and up to date, so it was our priority to make sure we had full coverage of CEDIA Expo 2024. And after over 660 product videos between CEDIA Expo and CIX, I’d say we accomplished our goal. […]

Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Commercial Integrator Expo Awards! Our team was hard at work this year making sure you all would receive the best news coverage of not only CEDIA Expo 2024, but also Commercial Integrator Expo 2024. We were able to compile hours of footage from CIX alone, all of which […]

Hey, everyone! Welcome to our Monthly Temperature Check survey. Now that we’re back from CEDIA Expo and CIX 2024, we want to look to the future. In this case, that means we want to look to emerging trends and technologies. We cover these already in our sister publication, LAVNCH [CODE], but for those of you […]

Exertis Almo is firing up its E4 Experience engines to deliver two award-winning full-day training, product and networking experiences to integrators and end users in Boston on Sept. 10 and Anaheim on Oct. 8. The E4 Experience is well-established in the AV industry as the most valuable, free, one day traveling education, training and product […]

On Thursday, September 5, Daryl Friedman, global CEO and president of CEDIA, and legendary filmmaker Barry Sonnenfeld delivered a powerful message about the future of smart home technology and the evolving world of home cinema during CEDIA Expo 2024. Friedman introduced industry icon Sonnenfeld, who has worked on popular films like “When Harry Met Sally,” […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Shari Sentlowitz Industry Veteran Chanan Averbuch Appointed Director of Innovation Today, Blue Square, a leading digital signage solutions provider, announces the launch of Blue Square X, a groundbreaking new business unit dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiential and immersive technology solutions. Industry innovator Chanan Averbuch joins the team as director […]

Name: Erin Phillips Title: Vice President Company: Theory Professional rAVe [PUBS]: Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do at Theory Professional. ERIN PHILLIPS: Hi! I am the vice president of Pro Audio Technology and Theory Audio Design (Theory Professional being the commercial brand of Theory Audio Design). I like to […]

BY: RANDALL LEE As the world continues to embrace digital transformation, the evolution of IP-based paging and intercom systems is enhancing communication, safety and efficiency within facilities. Modern advancements are revolutionizing traditional public address systems, making them more versatile and responsive to dynamic and emergent situations. The shift to IP-based technology is an advancement from […]

The E4 Experience, Exertis Almo’s regional conference and trade show, kicks off its fall tour with a stop in Boston on Sept. 10, 2024. Attendees not only get to see firsthand all the new stuff that debuted at June’s InfoComm show, but they can also earn up to 10 AVIXA CTS RUs with a special […]

Chanan Averbuch likely needs no introduction, as he’s driven the LED market — in many ways — since 2013. Now, he’s heading up a new division of BlueSquare as the director of innovation of BlueSquare X. This is a firm focused on the design and support of digital experiences by partnering with AV integrators. This […]

The August 2024 Temperature Check Survey is now closed. Be sure to keep an eye out for next month’s survey! CEDIA Expo 2024 and Commercial Integrator Expo (CIX) 2024 are right around the corner, and that means it’s time to get thinking about resimercial technology. As Gary and I said recently during our CIX Preview […]

July has come to a close, so it’s time to break down the results of another Temperature Check. This month, we wanted to see how you feel about corporate AV technology, like videoconferencing systems, digital signage, security/access control, networked AV, projection and more. Here’s what you all had to say. * those who answered “other” […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Are you in the higher ed space? Are you in the process of adapting traditional learning spaces to meet the demand for remote and flexible learners? If so, this white paper is for you. While the pandemic created an accelerated shift to provide a range of learning options within the […]

Navigating the Pro Audio industry can be challenging, with rapid advancements every day and numerous technical details. To help you focus on what truly matters, we’ve consulted with industry experts to identify the top six key insights in the Pro Audio sector. We hope their perspectives offer valuable guidance for both newcomers and seasoned professionals. […]

Happy summer, everyone! For the month of June, we wanted to get your insight on the thing that makes our favorite summer activities possible — outdoor AV technology. From weddings to concerts and music festivals, we got your thoughts on the prevalence of outdoor AV technology and where it’s headed. For our first question, we […]

Next week, a panel of ProAV experts will unveil their top secrets for crafting flawless audio experiences for meeting attendees during a LAVNCH & LEARN session titled “Creating the Ultimate Meeting Room Audio Experience.” Moderated by LAVNCH [CODE]’s Megan A. Dutta, the panelists will explore the essential elements for achieving optimal audio levels in any […]

As we celebrate Independence Day, there’s no better time to honor the innovation and craftsmanship of American-made AV products. In the spirit Independence Day, we wanted to spotlight the audiovisual solutions developed right here in the USA! These products are a testament to the creativity, dedication and technical expertise that American manufacturers bring to the […]

I hope everyone is having a great summer, rAVe readers! This month, we’re taking a look at the corporate environment. This environment spans a huge range of tech: videoconferencing systems, digital signage, security/access control, networked AV, projection, room-booking tech and more. I want to know the type of corporate AV solutions you’re most interested in! […]

Name: Matt Anderson Title: President & CEO Company: Sound Devices rAVe [PUBS]: Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do at Sound Devices. MATT ANDERSON: I’m Matt Anderson, the president and CEO of Sound Devices. I’m one of the company founders and I’ve been the primary designer of every product we’ve […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST INOGENI introduced two solutions for collaboration in larger spaces at InfoComm 2024: The TOGGLE ROOMS XT 3 host switcher and the U-BRIDGE 3.0 multi-device extender. Both are built with INOGENI’s TOGGLE series technology. Today’s boardrooms and classrooms require seamless technology integration to facilitate efficient and productive collaboration and learning. How […]

Peerless-AV’s STS650 Universal Scissor Wall Mount made its debut in 2024 and immediately became a hit with AV integrators and end users alike due to its unique ability to allow for AV gear to be racked behind it professionally (sans cable ties). Peerless-AV VP Sales, North America and APAC, Brian McClimans, joined the latest episode […]

For the first time ever, AV Buyers.Club and AVNation have teamed up to present the Top 10 at InfoComm 2024 Awards. This collaboration is designed to celebrate and highlight the most innovative and user-centric products within the AV industry. We’re excited to unveil the standout products that have excelled in keeping the end user at […]

Welcome to the monthly breakdown of our Temperature Check survey. In May, we wanted to ask all of you about InfoComm 2024. Now that the show is over, let’s take a look at your thoughts about the show and its importance to the industry. The first thing we asked you, our readers, is whether or […]

The sun is out, humidity is high and it’s InfoComm season. All that only means one thing … it’s summer time! Between the busy work season, many of us are preparing for concerts, festivals, weddings and more. So let’s talk about the technology that can make all of that happen. Let’s talk about outdoor AV. […]

Exciting news! The winners of the 2024 rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards have been announced. As always, we’re here to spotlight the brands that made a real impact in the industry this year. We take into account only the votes and nominations from the AV community. Each winning company will receive a unique plaque, which we’ll […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Quebec, Canada, June 3, 2024: INOGENI introduces two revolutionary solutions designed to optimize collaboration in larger spaces: The TOGGLE ROOMS XT 3 host switcher and the U-BRIDGE 3.0 multi-device extender are built on the widely popular, award-winning TOGGLE series’ technology and redefine how we interact in modern work environments. Here’s […]