Atomos and Sony Electronics have announced a collaboration that will enable Ci Media Cloud access directly from Atomos Cloud Studio — integrating Atomos’ pioneering CONNECT range of camera-mounted monitor-recorders which can be attached to virtually any HDMI or SDI camera source. On-set camera-to-cloud workflows significantly speed up content creation by reducing the time it takes […]

L-Acoustics announced the new L Series with patented Progressive Ultra-Dense Line Source (PULS) technology. L Series comprises two elements that are designed to work together or on their own: L2 above and L2D below. One L2 or L2D element provides the same contour as four K2 elements in a format that is 46% smaller and […]

L-Acoustics just unveiled its road-ready LA7.16 amplified controller for live productions. The LA7.16 amplified controller offers flexibility to meet real-time power needs while offering efficiency and sustainability. The high-density format—16×16 architecture in a 2U design—powers more line array speakers than any similar-size amplifier, meaning fewer racks on tour. This, in turn, translates directly to energy […]

BirdDog just announced Fleet Manager, an all-in-one interface for monitoring all BirdDog devices on the network. Fleet Manager makes monitoring, updating and accessing all features of all BirdDog devices easier than ever before. All devices are automatically recognized and populated into Fleet Manager which then displays all relevant information about each BirdDog device, whether they […]

BirdDog just announced a new suite of apps designed to make interfacing with BirdDog PTZ Cameras possible from iPad and iPhone, and viewing NDI sources on Android native TV’s and Chromecast with Google TV. Designed to work with any NDI-enabled PTZ, from any manufacturer, NDI PTZ Control makes controlling NDI PTZ cameras easier than ever […]

BirdDog debuted the X120, saying it’s the world’s first Wi-Fi-enabled production PTZ with NDI HX3. The X120 connection options include wireless NDI HX3 over Wi-Fi. Additionally, BirdDog says the X120 can send NDI HX3 over Ethernet, features SDI and HDMI for traditional baseband video workflows, and UVC via USB-C for direct connection to Zoom, Teams, […]

Blackmagic Design today announced Blackmagic Camera 8.1 update which adds support for vertical aspect ratio video to Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras, allowing users to create cinematic vertical video for platforms such as TikTok. This update adds automatic rotation of the camera’s on-screen HUD and automatically tags files as vertical so they display correctly when imported […]

Blackmagic Design announced ATEM 4 M/E Constellation 4K, a new Ultra HD model of the ATEM Constellation family with 40 x 12G-SDI standards converted inputs with support for standards up to Ultra HD 2160p60. Featuring the same features as the ATEM 4 M/E Constellation HD, this new 4K model has 24 x 12G-SDI aux outputs, […]

Waves Audio and Audinate debuted the Waves Cloud MX Audio Mixer with Dante via Audinate’s Dante Connect. Waves Cloud MX is a 100% cloud-based audio mixer, delivering audio, mix control and creative processing capabilities with Waves plug-in integration — in a scalable, broadcast-ready cloud workflow. It offers a broad range of industry-leading audio processing plugins, […]

Voting for the 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards is now CLOSED.  Here are the key dates: Voting opens: April 17, 2023 Voting closes: May 24, 2023 Winners announced: June 7, 2023

Audinate, developer of the professional AV-industry leading Dante AV-over-IP solution, today announced the availability of Dante Connect. Dante Connect is a suite of software applications that facilitate cloud-based broadcast production and is a powerful platform for A1s and mixing engineers, combining the familiarity, ease of use and tight synchronization of Dante audio with seamless connectivity […]

Roland’s Professional AV Division announces the VR-6HD Direct Streaming AV Mixer, a “compact all-in-one hub for business livestreaming.” Offering core features from the flagship VR-120HD in a portable format, the VR-6HD is intended for corporate meetings, online sales presentations, worship services and other professional applications. Video switching, audio mixing and LAN/USB streaming encoders are integrated […]

JVC Professional Video, a division of JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation, introduces several new entry-level solutions aimed at smaller production teams ― such as houses of worship, college sports broadcasters and local news OTA stations ― at the 2023 NAB Show (Booth C4218). Among these is the new RM-LP5G CONNECTED CAM PTZ Joystick Controller, which will be […]

Shure is pleased to announce it is partnering with Gator, the leading manufacturer of cases and stands, to introduce a collection of high-quality products designed to complement and fit Shure’s iconic microphones and cutting-edge audio equipment. The partnership will include new Shure-branded products developed in collaboration with Gator — a broadcast boom arm, desktop microphone […]

Shure’s BLX288/SM58 Wireless Dual Vocal System is now available in a black colorway for a limited time. This system combines wireless setup, professional-grade performance and two SM58 industry-standard vocal microphones to deliver reliable, clear vocals for musicians, singers and presenters. The Limited Edition Black BLX288/SM58 Wireless Dual Vocal System will be available exclusively in the […]

Sony Electronics announced the MDR-MV1 Reference Monitor Headphones, designed for professional sound engineers and music creators. The headphones combine sound quality with long-lasting wear and reliability. Their open-back design enables accurate reproduction of a wide sound field, making them a suitable option for mixing and mastering immersive spatial sound, such as 360 Reality Audio, as […]

Pliant Technologies debuted the CrewCom IP-Rated Radio Transceivers (RTs) today. The new RTs are the latest addition to the flagship CrewCom wireless intercom line. They are available in both 900MHz and 2.4GHz versions and are ideal for broadcasters and any live event where outdoor placement of transceivers for wireless coverage is required. Available in four […]

Cobalt Digital is debuting the Sapphire BIDI-2H2S openGear card, bringing new 3G and HD conversion options to pro AV and broadcast applications. Cobalt and the openGear initiative will also be “previewing additional members of its new Sapphire converter series including the Sapphire 8JXS-8S, a ST 2110 JPEG-XS to SDI bulk gateway in openGear form factor, […]

LG Business Solutions USA just previewed new Virtual Production (VP) and Extended Reality (XR) stages anchored by large DVLED (direct-view light emitting diode) displays at NAB. The XR DVLED Stage will demonstrate 1.5mm DVLED technology with the strength and design resiliency of a rental-style product, which attendees can experience through a 20-foot-wide, 11-foot-tall 4K Ultra […]

intoPIX and Lawo jointly announced that several new Lawo products will be natively JPEG XS-compliant thanks to Lawo’s adoption of the intoPIX TicoXS codec. Support for the lossless JPEG XS compression technology in HD, 3G and UHD video-format resolutions will allow users of Lawo’s new HOME-managed Apps, which run on standard servers, to encode, process […]

Martin Audio has announced nine new products including the portable series, FlexPoint, primarily targeting the premier rental market. Martin says FlexPoint systems deliver sound to match the expectations of prestige venues and top-flight touring artists, while their passive two-way configuration heeds the need to reduce running costs and amplifier count. Comprising five models — all […]

NDI says it has “entered a new phase with the purpose of scaling the NDI protocol as the IP standard that connects all devices and software used to create, share, collaborate, and consume video in any industry.” However, it seems to be the same as what the company already has with new branding. See for […]

Panasonic Connect announced the June 2023 release of a new Touch Control Panel Software for its KAIROS IT/IP platform, a live-video production and distribution system for professional use. The touch control panel software option AT-SFTC10 (software key) enables the multiviewer touch-panel control to be used for switching, macro, scene selection, clip playback and other operations […]

During the pandemic, there was a decent amount of discussion about the future of trade shows. Predictably, these theories ranged from “they would go fully virtual” to “they spring right back and be just as big as before.” I think that those who predicted a spring back to the “old days” were closer to the […]

Panasonic Connect announced its partnership with intoPIX regarding the integration of its JPEG XS technology in its PTZ and studio cameras. The company made the strategic move to JPEG XS technology by adopting the intoPIX TicoXS IP cores, which will allow their camera line-up to interface directly with live production workflows supporting SMPTE ST 2110 […]

Marshall Electronics debuted new POV cameras developed around a new highly optimized Sony sensor. These new models should elevate the Marshall POV cameras to the next level of technology delivering improved video performance with cleaner, crisper images, greater pixel sensitivity and better color reproduction. Complementing the new sensors with high-end processors “further refines signal structure […]

Blackmagic Design announced three new models of Blackmagic Videohub 12G zero latency video routers that let customers connect and route any combination of SD, HD and Ultra HD on the same router at the same time. Blackmagic Videohub 12G models feature a front panel with shortcut buttons, an LCD that can display labels or live […]

Datapath just introduced the ActiveSQX2, a new PCIe plug-in card that allows IP sources to be decoded for display on video walls and workstations and for captured sources to be encoded for delivery to other parts of the ecosystem. When combined with Datapath capture and graphics cards, the ActiveSQX2 is a tool that gives users […]

Martin Audio has announced the latest major update to its 3D prediction software featuring a new sub-array tool as well as a host of additional features and workflow improvements. DISPLAY 3 is a tool for both live and installation projects, and uses SketchUp for venue modeling, allowing for simpler venue and shape creation. Incorporating many […]

Magewell’s USB Fusion enables producers and presenters to switch between multiple live and file-based sources, or to combine inputs in picture-in-picture or side-by-side layouts. The results can be captured into popular Windows, Mac or Linux software via the hardware’s USB 3.0 interface or output over HDMI to a projector, display or downstream production equipment. On-device […]

Dream Chip is showing IP control functionality to its AtomOne SSM500 super slow-motion miniature camera. Measuring just 190mm x 60mm x 60mm and capable of recording 500fps in full HD resolution, the addition of IP control now gives this exceptional camera even greater flexibility in relation to the creative contexts in which it can be […]

intoPIX and ERECA have joined forces to introduce an addition to the broadcast industry: the integration of the ultra-low latency JPEG XS codec into the ERECA Stage Racer 2, a complete optical fiber transmission solution for all types of broadcast events. “intoPIX is proud to collaborate with ERECA to deliver a superior transmission solution for […]