The University at Buffalo’s Department of Music has unveiled a new immersive audio space equipped with a full Meyer Sound system featuring NADIA™ audio processing and the Spacemap® Go spatial sound design and mixing tool. The project creates a state-of-the-art environment for composition, performance, and research. Part of the State University of New York system, […]

Set in the heart of Wellington, renowned as the winter equestrian capital of the world, the National Polo Center (NPC) is a destination where elite sport, luxury hospitality, and South Florida’s vibrant social season converge. Home to the United States Polo Association, the 248-acre property is known for championship-level play, elegant member spaces, and an […]

It’s the final day of LAVNCH WEEK 12 — rAVe’s virtual event series that combines thought leadership, education and the latest AV news The day’s theme: ProAV. While seemingly a very broad topic, Steph Beckett and Gary Kayye helped cover everything from microLED to AV project management. This is your recap, but if you’d like […]

JEM Global announced it has acquired the license for RCA-branded AV accessories and power products from established.inc, expanding its roster of well-known consumer electronics brands. The company plans to introduce the RCA brand to retailers and partners at CES 2026 in booth 19526 in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s Center Hall. “We are very excited […]

In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I sit down with Vishal Chhatralia, Chief Digital and Innovation Officer at the newly rebranded Nexora — formerly DCC Technology, the parent company behind Almo Pro AV and Exertis. Nexora unifies 27 specialist businesses under one global identity, and while the brand announcement focused on vision and direction, […]

Absen Inc. will highlight four professional LED product lines at LDI 2025, demonstrating updates to its rental, touring and production portfolios. The company will feature the Saturn Series, Polaris Series, Jupiter Pro Series and Neptune Pro Series during the Dec. 7–9 event at the Las Vegas Convention Center. “Absen continues to refine its rental and […]

Neutrik Americas announced the appointment of Stacy Kaskon as director of key accounts and systems integration, a new role focused on strengthening the company’s relationships with major customers throughout the Americas. Kaskon joined the company in 2011 and has held multiple leadership roles in sales and business development. Neutrik Americas said her experience building customer […]

By TD SYNNEX The demand for Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) has never been higher. Organizations across every vertical, especially SMB and mid-market, want hybrid-ready meeting spaces that are consistent, modern and easy for employees to use. But scaling those rooms efficiently is still one of the biggest challenges integrators face. Traditional AV builds often require […]

Gary and I are back this week talking about the new “Knives Out” movie and a few other film opinions that may or may not get us in trouble. I also remind everyone that the Shure event, “The Human Side of AI-Driven Collaboration,” is tomorrow at 2 p.m. ET — it is genuinely going to […]

Barco said a U.S. federal jury has awarded the company more than $900,000 in damages after Yealink admitted to infringing six patents tied to Barco’s ClickShare wireless presentation technology. Barco disclosed the outcome in a Dec. 2 update, noting the verdict covers roughly one year of sales of Yealink’s WPP20 and WPP30 devices in the […]

Moments Lab announced the release of Moments Gateway, a lightweight application designed to connect existing on-premise storage systems with the company’s cloud-based Video Discovery Platform. The solution allows production companies, broadcasters and other media organizations to access AI-powered search tools without migrating high-resolution master files to the cloud. Most AI-driven video discovery tools require content […]

DPA Microphones announced the U.S. availability of its N-Series Digital Wireless Microphone System, a fully digital, true diversity wideband platform designed for live sound, house of worship, corporate events and installed system applications. The system includes a wireless receiver, handheld and bodypack transmitters, and the company’s new 2024 Vocal Microphone built specifically for the N-Series. […]

Extron announced that its NAV Pro AV over IP Series has been added to the Department of Defense Information Network Approved Products List after receiving Joint Interoperability Test Command certification. The designation allows the NAV Series to be deployed across government facilities that require validated AV technologies for secure network infrastructures. “Extron has a long […]

DCC Technology has rebranded as Nexora, a move that brings its 27 specialist businesses and 2,500 employees under a single group identity spanning Europe and North America. The change reflects the company’s shift toward higher-margin specialist markets, including ProAV, home technology and business infrastructure, and away from commodity IT distribution. For Almo and Almo Pro […]

One phrase you’ll hear from me if you hang around long enough is “the wheel turns.” In a recent post, I talked about how deals you thought were stone-cold dead sometimes lurch back to life when you least expect it. Maybe writing that piece manifested the next round of surprises — who knows. The universe […]

SGM Lighting has announced a new distribution partnership with ACT Entertainment, making ACT the exclusive distributor for the company’s newly introduced PALCO Family of entertainment and touring wash lights in the United States and Canada. The agreement is effective immediately and marks a strategic expansion for SGM as it reasserts its presence in the entertainment […]

Professional Wireless Systems (PWS), a leader in wireless frequency coordination and RF system design, provided a comprehensive wireless gear package and onsite RF coordination support for two recent U.S. Soccer Federation matches held at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, CT. The event featured a doubleheader showcasing the U.S. Deaf Men’s […]

Arding & Hobbs is a landmark building at Clapham Junction, South London, steeped in local history and cultural significance. Once a beloved department store, the property has now been transformed into a vibrant, multi-use business, leisure and community hub with the help of smart technology, designed and installed by SCCI and seamlessly integrated onto the […]

Producer/Engineer Alex Sterling on curating a versatile microphone toolkit for every production need. Alex Sterling, Founder of Precision Sound Studios has built his business on being a versatile, client-focused engineer with a knack for efficiency and facilitating the sonic needs for every project. Precision Sound’s diverse clientele includes artists such as Cindi Lauper, J Balvin, […]

A.C. Americas and PROLIGHTS will introduce 12 new lighting products at LDI 2025, taking place Dec. 7–9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The companies will showcase the expanded lineup in booth 2329, highlighting new solutions for live events, broadcast environments and theatrical applications. The HaluPix Duo headlines the release list as a dual-layer LED […]

Broadsign has acquired Place Exchange, bringing together two major out-of-home (OOH) adtech platforms in a deal intended to strengthen programmatic OOH capabilities for media owners, buyers and DSP partners. The transaction includes a minority investment from Crestline Investors and gives Broadsign access to Place Exchange’s international supply network, DSP integrations and measurement tools. The combined […]

Samsung has expanded its large-format LED portfolio with The Wall MPF Series, the newest addition to the company’s Chip on Board lineup. The model is designed to serve a wide range of commercial and high-end residential environments, including corporate offices, lobbies, command centers, retail spaces and luxury homes. “The Wall has set the bar for […]

OSA International relied on Absen’s X5 LED display system to deliver consistent tour visuals for country artist Megan Moroney, whose growing popularity has brought her to a broad mix of performance environments throughout the year. Moroney’s rise—from the success of “Tennessee Orange” and her debut EP to her albums Lucky in 2023 and Am I […]

RCF will demonstrate an extensive lineup of live sound solutions at LDI 2025, taking place Dec. 7–9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall. The company plans to highlight products engineered for touring, portable and fixed installations, including systems from the TT+ AUDIO, KX and NX families. From the TT+ AUDIO series, RCF will […]

Panasonic Projector & Display Americas and Panasonic Connect North America will demonstrate a range of visual and computing technologies designed for defense training and simulation environments at I/ITSEC 2025, held Dec. 1–4 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The company will showcase its PT-REQ series of TAA-compliant laser projectors, engineered to support […]

Bowers & Wilkins has expanded its long-running partnership with McLaren Automotive and the McLaren Formula 1 Team with the release of the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition, a specially styled version of its flagship wireless headphones. The new model combines upgraded acoustic engineering with design elements inspired by McLaren’s signature Papaya color and motorsport identity. The […]

Roland Future Design Lab has unveiled Project LYDIA, a technology preview developed in collaboration with Neutone, creators of AI tools for musicians. The prototype combines Neutone’s trainable Morpho engine with Roland’s hardware design concepts, using a Raspberry Pi 5 computer to demonstrate how AI-driven sound processing might inspire a new generation of DIY creators. Roland […]

Magnetar announced that its new MKII Series universal media players, the UDP900MKII and UDP800MKII, are now shipping to dealers, integrators and enthusiasts. First previewed at CEDIA Expo 2025, the updated models build on the company’s earlier UDP900 and UDP800 players with refinements across audio, video processing, mechanical design and connectivity. Both MKII models support a […]

Set Free Richardson, founder of the creative collective Compound, has partnered with Brooklyn-based loudspeaker manufacturer DeVore Fidelity to launch DEF CON, a limited-edition speaker designed to blend visual artistry with high-fidelity performance. The collaboration marks DeVore Fidelity’s first co-branded project and reflects a shared interest in merging culture, design and audio craftsmanship. Richardson, known for […]

I host solo this week with a short pre-Thanksgiving episode. I walked everyone through the biggest stories of the week, including Sharp’s new E Series projectors, Genetec’s 2026 security trends, Marshall’s AI PTZ cameras and HIVE adding native Dante to its Beeblade Media Engine line. Plus more news! Also, we shut down for the holiday, […]

On the second day of LAVNCH WEEK 12, rAVe’s virtual event series that aims to educate the AV industry on current products, events and issues, the team focused on education technology, or EdTech. Before I continue, here is the link to watch the full day’s content on demand. Steph Beckett and Gary Kayye kicked the […]

Celestion announced the availability of the TSQ2460, a 24-inch neodymium low-frequency driver that now leads the company’s Ten Squared Series for high-output sound reinforcement. The model is built on a development program focused on improving both peak and long-term performance across large-format PA loudspeakers. Designed for use in high-output subwoofers or as a bass element […]