Visionary has appointed Rebecca Hicks as technical support engineer. In this role, Hicks will provide technical assistance to customers and support the development of the company’s AV-over-IP solutions. Hicks previously spent seven years at The Farm as an AV systems engineer, where she helped develop FarmAssist, a service offering that includes system design, engineering, programming, […]

Harrison Audio has introduced the D510 500 Series System, a modular setup built around the new 10-slot D510r rack and designed to serve as a versatile audio production hub. The system supports a range of use cases, including studio centerpiece, portable rig, and live sound tool. The D510r rack is compatible with a growing line […]

Nureva Inc. has appointed Hualiteq International Corp. as its distributor in Taiwan to support the company’s expansion in the region’s unified communications and collaboration market. Based in Taipei City, Hualiteq provides AV and IT integration solutions across sectors including enterprise, education, healthcare, finance and retail. The company will distribute Nureva’s audio conferencing systems, including those […]

I read David Danto’s recent piece, “I’ll Have What She’s Having: AV and Building Management May Finally Click,” with great interest. David makes several good points, but when it comes to a multi-building college campus, I disagree with the idea that AV and building management systems must or inevitably will merge. Let me tell you […]

Shure announced that its new IntelliMix Room Kits are now Certified for Microsoft Teams and available for shipping across the Americas. The kits, designed for small to large collaboration spaces, are built for seamless integration within Microsoft Teams environments. Shure says the certification follows extensive testing in both lab and real-world meeting scenarios. Each IntelliMix […]

As the Tampa Bay Lightning host the Florida Panthers in the first round of the NHL’s Eastern Conference playoffs, fans arriving at Amalie Arena are being welcomed by a bold new visual experience. The downtown Tampa venue, which seats 20,000 and hosts concerts and live events in addition to NHL games, recently received a major […]

The Wireless Microphone Spectrum Alliance (WMSA), formed by Shure in February 2025 to advocate for wireless microphone spectrum access, now includes more than 60 members across the live production, content creation and broadcast sectors. Initial members include Clair Global, Freeman, Frequency Coordination Group, Second City Sound, Gotham Sound, North Point Ministries, Wisycom, Sound Devices, Radio […]

AVer Information has announced that its VB370A 4K video conferencing bar and CP10 G2 touchscreen controller have received Zoom Certification, confirming their compatibility with Zoom Rooms environments. The VB370A features a dual-lens camera system, combining an 18x zoom PTZ camera with a wide-angle fixed lens to provide both panoramic room views and close-up shots of […]

DMF Lighting has expanded its partnership with business advisory firm VITAL, announcing a series of new benefits for dealers through the VITAL Affiliate Membership program. The 2025 program includes educational workshops, personalized coaching and access to a set of business development tools, all offered at no cost to DMF Lighting dealers. Participating dealers will receive […]

BenQ has partnered with Roadmap Learning to integrate its K-8 curriculum management system into the company’s line of interactive displays. The partnership enables educators to access Roadmap Learning’s platform directly through BenQ Boards or via screen mirroring from laptops and Chromebooks. Roadmap Learning consolidates teaching materials, resources and customizable lessons in a single platform, supporting […]

Daisy has expanded its presence in Colorado with a new franchise location serving Boulder and Castle Rock. The new branch is led by A.J. Kuhrmeyer, a former franchisee of SaaviHome, a company acquired by Daisy in September 2024. Kuhrmeyer has transitioned his business into the Daisy network, which now includes nearly 20 locations nationwide. While […]

Hey there, AV pros! Day Two of LAVNCH WEEK 11 is officially in the books, and it was all about education, big visuals, certification, and smart spaces. From reimagining classrooms to designing immersive digital canvases, today’s sessions covered the full spectrum of what’s possible when AV meets innovation. We had a packed lineup — and […]

In this episode of rAVe [TV], we cover the biggest industry moves of the week — AVI Systems’ official rebrand as Forté, major global expansions and more. We remember PPDS’s Martijn van der Woude and welcome a new BlogSquad voice diving into esports. Plus, we break down news from LG, L-Acoustics, Korbyt, Extron and more. […]

Lightware will showcase its latest USB-C and AV-over-IP technologies at InfoComm 2025, with 15 live demos planned inside the company’s largest-ever booth. The exhibit will focus on real-world meeting room and corporate AV applications, including new additions to its Taurus product line and Gemini and UBEX AV-over-IP platforms. The show runs June 11-13 at the […]

The SDVoE Alliance will showcase a series of demonstrations at InfoComm 2025 focused on zero-latency, uncompressed video over 10G Ethernet for live event and conference room applications. The demonstrations, part of the alliance’s Power of 10 initiative, will be presented by Christie and IDK Corporation and will highlight SDVoE’s performance in real-time, high-bandwidth environments. Christie […]

CTI, the largest privately held audiovisual integration and events provider in the U.S., has acquired LightWerks of Carson, California, expanding its presence across key West Coast markets and adding new service areas in Idaho and Montana. The acquisition strengthens CTI’s operations in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego and the San Francisco Bay Area. It […]

Edge has added Bose Professional to its growing roster of Preferred Manufacturer Partners (PMPs). Bose Professional, known for its premium audio solutions across commercial spaces, houses of worship, hospitality venues and more, joins the Edge network to expand its reach to integrators. “We are excited to welcome Bose Professional to the Edge membership,” said Patrick […]

TASCAM has released a Version 2.0 firmware update for its DR-10L Pro ultra-compact 32-bit float audio field recorder with lavalier mic, adding support for LTC jam sync timecode functionality. The update enables users to jam sync the DR-10L Pro with timecode generators using LTC (Linear Timecode) via a 3.5mm stereo mini cable. To activate the […]

LG Electronics USA has launched a new line of high-brightness digital signage displays featuring anti-discoloration technology verified by UL Solutions. The displays are engineered to combat screen yellowing caused by prolonged sun exposure — a common issue for outdoor and window-facing installations. LG says it is the first in the industry to receive UL verification […]

Powersoft will showcase its latest amplifier platform, Unica, at InfoComm 2025, presenting a streamlined, energy-efficient solution for both fixed installations and live applications. The event runs June 11–13 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Unica is Powersoft’s third-generation amplifier platform, offering eight models — four 4-channel and four 8-channel — all housed […]

Humly is now shipping new accessibility and collaborative features for its Humly Visitor and Humly Floor Plan platforms, following a product preview at ISE 2025 in February. These two solutions are part of Humly’s suite of four interoperable workplace platforms, designed to help organizations navigate modern, hybrid work environments. Each platform works in various combinations […]

When L’Oréal set out to upgrade the audiovisual systems in its Mumbai office’s café and town hall, the company had a clear goal: to create a flexible, high-performing environment that could seamlessly support hybrid meetings, live events and social gatherings. With a previous setup that struggled with poor audio clarity, uneven sound pressure levels and […]

When engineer, producer and educator Bob Bullock began his career in 1970s Los Angeles, he worked alongside iconic artists including Steely Dan, Fleetwood Mac and Art Garfunkel. At the time, many studios were installing Harrison’s first mixing console — the 32C — introduced in 1975 as the first console to feature 32 tracking buses and […]

Extron announced it is now shipping the NAV D 121, a compact decoder designed to deliver visually lossless video, audio and control over 1 Gbps IP networks. The NAV D 121 is part of the company’s NAV Pro AV over IP Series and utilizes Extron’s patented PURE3 codec to support video resolutions up to 4K/60 […]

L-Acoustics has won legal actions in Germany and Norway against companies found using counterfeit versions of its professional audio products, citing serious safety concerns and the need to protect its intellectual property. In Germany, a court ruled against a rental company using fake Kara loudspeakers, rejecting its defense and prohibiting future use of counterfeit gear. […]

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 […]

AVIXA (Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association) reported that more than 70% of exhibition space has been booked for the inaugural InfoComm América Latina, set for Oct. 22–24, 2025, at the WTC International Convention and Exhibition Center in Mexico City. The show will feature the latest audiovisual technology solutions, product demonstrations, training programs, and networking opportunities. […]

Korbyt has partnered with Amazon to integrate its cloud-based content management system, Korbyt Anywhere, into the Amazon Signage Stick — offering what the company calls a cost-effective, direct-to-consumer digital signage solution. The collaboration enables organizations to deploy digital signage quickly, using Korbyt’s CMS through Amazon’s streaming hardware. The solution is aimed at use cases including […]

Xyte has announced the launch of Universal Device APIs, a new set of tools designed to simplify integration and management of connected devices across platforms. The Universal Device APIs allow managed service providers (MSPs), third-party vendors, and in-house AV/UC teams to integrate, monitor, and manage Xyte-enabled devices through a single, secure API connection. The offering […]

D-Tools has released System Integrator (SI) v23, the latest version of its business management software platform for the systems integration market. System Integrator v23 introduces multi-office functionality, expanded project and change order management features, faster analytics, and a range of new productivity tools aimed at improving workflow efficiency and reducing manual tasks. “D-Tools continues to […]

Dirac and MediaTek announced a strategic collaboration to integrate Dirac’s digital audio software into MediaTek’s automotive-grade systems-on-chips (SoCs). The companies signed a memorandum of understanding to co-develop a proof of concept that incorporates Dirac’s audio optimization technologies into MediaTek’s automotive platforms. The goal is to enable automakers to deliver improved in-car sound quality with easier […]

Women in AV/IT (WAVIT) announced a new Board of Directors this week, signaling a renewed focus on mentorship, equity, and professional development across the AV/IT industry. Althea Ricketts, vice president of corporate initiatives at Shure Inc., has been appointed president. Ricketts brings more than 30 years of experience in audio electronics, along with a background […]