When it comes to AV in esports, we often talk about eye-popping visuals and massive LED displays—but there’s another critical piece of the puzzle that doesn’t always get the spotlight: audio. In the latest episode of THE rAVe Esports Show, I’m joined by Josh Kell, CEO of Esports Integration and Horizon AVL, to unpack the […]

What a journey it’s been. When we launched THE rAVe Esports Show, we had one big goal: bridge the gap between the esports and AV communities. Along the way, we’ve uncovered incredible stories, visited some jaw-dropping venues, and had conversations that reshaped how we think about the future of gaming, education, and technology. And now, […]

Esports used to be “something the kids were into.” Now it’s a global business with universities building arenas, brands hosting tournaments and integrators racing to keep up. We want to know: Are you in the game, on the sidelines or still figuring out what Twitch actually is? BONUS: We’re going to choose two random participants […]

I’ve said it before: esports spaces don’t just happen. Behind every arena, every shoutcaster desk, every perfectly lit player POV—there’s a whole lot of planning, tech, and collaboration. In this episode of THE rAVe Esports Show, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lucas Hayworth, one of the most passionate and knowledgeable figures I’ve […]

Thanks for joining me on last week’s episode of THE rAVe Esports Show. I took you inside Riyadh Boulevard City for the Esports World Cup and showed what it takes to power one of the most ambitious tournaments on the planet. What stood out Production on a different level: Massive LED canvases, synchronized light sticks, […]

In this episode of THE rAVe Esports Show with Bubba Gaeddert, Kevin Diltz of Extron breaks down what it means to design esports environments that are not just high-tech, but truly inclusive. Kevin emphasized the difference between equality and equity: equality gives everyone the same tools, but equity ensures everyone has what they need to […]

Karmine Corp claimed the Rocket League title at the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) with a 4-1 victory over Geekay Esports in the grand final, taking home $400,000 of the tournament’s $1 million prize pool. The victory marks Karmine Corp’s second major win of 2025, following their triumph at the Birmingham Major. The team bounced […]

Disguise has rolled out a major update to Ask AId3n, its AI-powered workflow assistant for the company’s Designer Pro platform. The tool, now enhanced with capabilities to automate complex and repetitive tasks, aims to significantly reduce programming time for live events, virtual productions and other high-volume media environments. The update introduces new features that allow […]

Marshall Electronics introduced the CV355-27X-ND3, a new optical zoom IP camera that supports both NDI HX2 and HX3 protocols. The camera is equipped with a professional-grade 8.5-megapixel sensor and delivers HD video up to 1920×1080 at 60 frames per second. Designed for broadcast and professional AV workflows, the CV355-27X-ND3 includes a 27X optical zoom block […]

  In this episode of THE rAVe Esports Show, I had the chance to step inside one of the most legendary esports venues on the planet — the HyperX Esports Arena at the Luxor Hotel in Las Vegas. If you’ve ever wondered what makes a truly world-class esports facility, this is it. We started by […]

Kramer has introduced AVoIPQuiz.com, an online tool designed to help integrators determine which of the company’s AV-over-IP products best meet the needs of a given application. The quiz walks users through a series of targeted questions about their project requirements, including application type, video resolution, latency preferences, audio integration and multiview configurations. Based on responses, […]

On the latest episode of THE rAVe Esports Show, I had the chance to sit down with Chris Postell for a great conversation about something that doesn’t get talked about enough in this space — the business of esports. Esports isn’t just about gameplay and production value — it’s a full-on ecosystem with real revenue […]

InfoComm 2025 had a ton of next-gen tech on display, and in this episode, I shared what it all means for esports. I highlighted standout launches, booth moments, and innovations in displays, audio, control systems and more—everything shaping the future of live esports events and competitive gaming. Whether you were on the show floor or […]

DNAV, a systems integrator, consultant and manufacturer’s representative for broadcast, AV, lighting and display equipment, has launched NADiV Displays, its first in-house LED video wall line. According to DNAV, NADiV Displays are priced competitively and include indoor models designed for simplified installation and outdoor models built to withstand extreme weather and temperature shifts. Some displays […]

Matrox Video has introduced Unreal Engine plug-in support for its DSX LE5, DSX LE6, and X.mio5 12G SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 network interface cards (NICs). The update allows OEMs and system integrators to build high-resolution, broadcast-grade virtual production and virtual studio workflows using Unreal Engine 5.5 in both Windows and Linux environments. The company’s […]

Green Hippo’s new Hippotizer MX Series Media Servers were out in force for this year’s WWE WrestleMania spectacular, pumping out 4K live action and pre-made content across a wealth of LED screens and strips. Eight Hippotizer Kasai MX Media Servers – which are distributed by ACT Entertainment in North America – were at the heart […]

In this episode, I recapped the top college esports championships from May—including the CECC Finals, NECC Championship, NA Riot Championship, and the NACE National Championship. From Dallas to Orlando, we saw some incredible AV applications powering the action behind the scenes. I broke down the tech behind the gameplay—like how Extron solutions were used in […]

Bolin Technology announced that four of its outdoor PTZ cameras—the SD530NX, SD530H, EX1030NX, and EX1030H now offer a Roll Axis feature for creative flexibility and installation ease. Additionally, the SD530NX and EX1030NX also feature support for NDI HX3. Traditionally, PTZ cameras offer pan, tilt, and zoom functionality. With the addition of the Roll Axis feature […]

Panasonic Video and Audio Systems North America (PAVNA) announced two optional HDMI input and output boards for the KAIROS IT/IP live production platform as well as the WR-AV800 AV Processor, designed for hybrid communication in classrooms and corporate spaces. The new HDMI Input Board AT-KC20M2G and HDMI Output Board AT-KC20M3G are designed to work with […]

Magewell has launched two new streaming tools: the Pro Convert IP to USB and the Pro Convert Xmit AIO. The Pro Convert IP to USB is a plug-and-play device that allows computers — including laptops — to capture NDI, NDI|HX or other streaming sources through a USB interface, with no external power required. It is […]

ADTECHNO has launched the Dante AV Ultra Smart Display Module (DAV-03SBL), an AV-over-IP decoder built on the Intel Smart Display Module (SDM) platform. The DAV-03SBL supports 4K video and audio transmission with full Dante AV ecosystem integration. Designed for integration into Intel SDM-compatible displays and projectors, it eliminates the need for an external decoder. Using […]

Uniguest has debuted its vertical Hub solution to deliver content and communications through digital signage, IPTV and enterprise video. The launch marks a major step in expanding Uniguest’s refined vertical strategy across the Americas, enabling partners and end users to simplify workflows and deliver digital experiences. Here’s a video we shot of it at ISE: […]

Green Hippo is now shipping its new 4U Hippotizer MX Series media servers, HYCO MX and MEUSE MX. Designed for live event production, the HYCO and MEUSE models offer expanded storage capacity for managing larger projects and assets. Their improved generative content performance, particularly with platforms like Notch and TouchEngine, ensures smoother and more responsive […]

A good author knows that before reaching the story’s climax — or final boss — you have to build the world, introduce the characters, set the stakes, and never skip the setup. Likewise, in this column, I’ll avoid rushing straight into listing AV gear as if it’s patch notes. I want to capture the heart […]

Allen & Heath has introduced six new Qu digital mixers, incorporating 96kHz FPGA and DEEP Processing capabilities, Dante-enabled variants and workflow improvements across the range. All models are built on a unified platform and offer 38 inputs, 12 mixes, 4 matrix outputs, 6 FX engines with dedicated stereo returns and an SLink port for remote […]

Partnership aims to streamline workflows and enhance security for integrators and event producers Nanolumens and Barco will jointly demonstrate the interoperability of their flagship products at InfoComm 2025, highlighting how Barco CTRL, the company’s control room software platform, integrates with Nanolumens’ Aurora LED image processor. Attendees can view the demonstration at the Nanolumens booth, where […]

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) has outfitted its LEVEL Up esports arena with a full AV system built around Extron technologies. The facility, located in the Student Union Building, includes 24 gaming stations, a coaching hub, a shoutcasting booth, POV cameras, large-format displays, streaming tools, and a multichannel audio system—all controlled through Extron’s Pro Series […]

Kicking off Season 2 of THE rAVe Esports Show, I took you behind the scenes at the iconic Red Bull Gaming Sphere in London. This venue is a powerhouse—not just for gameplay, but for creating top-tier content and building community. We looked at the 190″ LED wall, broadcast-ready creator studio, and how AV is used […]

Extron has opened a new Event Center at its global headquarters in Anaheim, California, designed to demonstrate its professional AV technologies in real-world scenarios. The facility includes a main presentation room with two video walls made from Daktronics Chip on Board (COB) LED displays. Both are powered by Extron’s Quantum Ultra II 8K video wall […]

Optoma has unveiled the GT4000UHD, a new compact ultra short throw laser projector designed for gaming and home entertainment. The DLP-based projector delivers 4K UHD resolution and is rated at 4,000 lumens with a contrast ratio of 500,000:1. The GT4000UHD can display a 100-inch image from just 12 inches away, making it a suitable choice […]

Long Beach City College has opened a new esports facility on its Liberal Arts Campus, featuring Extron AV control technology and NAV Pro AV over IP for switching and distributing gaming content. The new gaming floor includes 47 Alienware gaming stations for players. Coaches monitor and advise players from five mobile stations that connect to […]

As AV-over-IP adoption accelerates across healthcare, live events, esports, control rooms and education, the SDVoE Alliance is advocating for 10G network infrastructures to deliver higher-quality video distribution. Unlike 1G compression methods, which permanently remove data to reduce file sizes and can degrade image quality, SDVoE’s 10G ecosystem enables the transmission of nearly uncompressed video for […]