OSA Makes Substantial Investment in PK Sound Robotic Technology

OSA International Inc. has made a substantial investment in robotic line source technology from PK Sound, spearheading a significant long-term partnership between the two companies. As a market leader in premium AVL solutions for the touring and rental, corporate event, and performance installation verticals, OSA is already capitalizing on PK Sound’s multi-axis robotics to deliver […]

OSA Makes Substantial Investment in PK Sound Robotic Technology

Coastal Source Names Former McIntosh Group Co-CEO Jeff Poggi President, Signaling the Start of a New Growth Trajectory

MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY, November 7, 2023 – High-performance outdoor audio and lighting pioneer Coastal Source today announced the appointment of 30-year industry veteran Jeff Poggi as President.  The appointment marks the start of an accelerated growth strategy for the leading developer of rugged outdoor audio and lighting solutions that Defy the Elements. Poggi previously worked with […]

Coastal Source Names Former McIntosh Group Co-CEO Jeff Poggi President, Signaling the Start of a New Growth Trajectory

ClearOne to Host In-Person Product Training Sessions for Integration Partners Across India

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, October 25, 2023 — ClearOne (NASDAQ: CLRO), a global market leader enabling conferencing, collaboration, and network streaming solutions, will host three in-person “ClearOne Pro Audio Conferencing Certification” product training sessions across India for integration partners to learn about new audio products and features from ClearOne experts. According to ClearOne Technical Trainer, […]

ClearOne to Host In-Person Product Training Sessions for Integration Partners Across India

BenQ Releases Latest Golf Simulator Projector, the LH600ST

BenQ announced its latest golf simulator projector, the $1,099 BenQ LH600ST, a 4LED light engine that can be placed about 10 feet from the screen. In addition, BenQ says it is making it easy to calculate and see the room dynamics for almost any golf-sim setup, including 1:1, with its new 3D Golf Simulation Room […]

BenQ Releases Latest Golf Simulator Projector, the LH600ST

Commercial Integrator Expo Shines a Light on Emerging Commercial and Resimercial Trends

The convergence of residential and commercial technology, coined “resimercial,” has provided an opportunity for crossover between manufacturers, integrators and many other business facets. Resimercial has accelerated the adoption of technology integrations in nearly every industry and application, including home/hybrid offices, flex spaces and commercial spaces, specifically office, retail and mixed-use facilities. As a result, ProAV […]

Commercial Integrator Expo Shines a Light on Emerging Commercial and Resimercial Trends

Legrand Announces Oliver Marketing as New Sales Agency for Residential Lighting Control and Shading Systems Products in Northern California and Northern Nevada

  WEST HARTFORD, Conn. — Oct. 26, 2023 — Effective Oct. 1, 2023, Oliver Marketing became the authorized representative for Legrand’s residential lighting controls and shading brands Vantage and Legrand Shading Systems in Northern California and Northern Nevada. Oliver Marketing’s years of experience and technical expertise in the residential lighting control and shading sector will […]

Legrand Announces Oliver Marketing as New Sales Agency for Residential Lighting Control and Shading Systems Products in Northern California and Northern Nevada

Creative Live! Audio A3: Stream and Record like a Pro

  SINGAPORE – 17 Oct 2023 – Creative Technology today announced the release of the Creative Live! Audio A3, the latest USB audio interface poised to transform the way users experience audio in their creative pursuits. Featuring high-resolution 24-bit recording and playback, versatile I/O connectivity, onboard level controls, and zero-latency direct monitoring, the Creative Live! Audio […]

Creative Live! Audio A3: Stream and Record like a Pro

AV Loses an Icon in the Making: Brad Sousa

In addition to leading AVI Systems as the chief technology officer, Brad Sousa was an industry visionary — speaking about how the future of work was experience-based way back in 2018 (well before the pandemic pushed us that way). And, his vision for AV’s impact on the future of the esports market helped drive AVIXA […]

AV Loses an Icon in the Making: Brad Sousa

Flow — Why Remote Team Meetings Fall Short

Hybrid work isn’t going anywhere, and the return to historic levels of in-office work and daily attendance is not anywhere on the horizon as far as I can tell — and for good reason. The utility of knowledge-based work can be done from anywhere. The proliferation of high speed internet, Wi-Fi, and cloud-based applications coupled […]

Flow — Why Remote Team Meetings Fall Short

rAVe [TV] — Episode 136: Remembering Brad Sousa and More

Gary and I began this week’s episode on a somber note. The industry lost a very beloved Brad Sousa Tuesday, and Gary spent a few minutes speaking about some of the memories he shared with Sousa. In the rest of the episode we discuss a new study from Jabra and the London School of Economics, […]

rAVe [TV] — Episode 136: Remembering Brad Sousa and More

Shure Microflex Advance MXA920 and MXA902 Receive Google Meet Certification

Shure has announced three new Works With Google Meet certifications for the Microflex Advance MXA920 Ceiling Array Microphone, the recently launched Microflex Advance MXA902 Integrated Conferencing Ceiling Array and the ANIUSB-MATRIX USB Audio Network Interface. These new certifications “expand the flexibility of using Shure products with Google Meet in hybrid environments for a consistent and […]

Shure Microflex Advance MXA920 and MXA902 Receive Google Meet Certification

Extron Intros Quantum IN4FOX3 Series, Quantum OUT4FOX3 Series Input/Output Cards

Extron introduced the Quantum IN4FOX3 Series and Quantum OUT4FOX3 Series of input and output cards that facilitate integration of an Extron Quantum Ultra II video wall processor within a secure FOX3 distribution architecture. Extron says each card offers four channels of connectivity. They incorporate “exclusive technology to distribute pixel-perfect, uncompressed video up to 4K/60 @ […]

Extron Intros Quantum IN4FOX3 Series, Quantum OUT4FOX3 Series Input/Output Cards

Key Digital Adds KD-FIX418A-2 HDMI Fixer

Key Digital has introduced the KD-FIX418A-2, an update to its in-line Ultra HD/4K 18G HDMI Fixer, a connectivity repair and audio de-embedding device for HDMI related to Hot Plug Detection, EDID handshaking, HDCP authentication and signal degradation. The third-generation KD-FIX418A-2 offers switchable 4K down-conversion to 1080p to support legacy monitors and projectors and de-embedded digital […]

Key Digital Adds KD-FIX418A-2 HDMI Fixer

Ruijie Network Joins SDVoE Alliance as Adopting Member

The SDVoE Alliance announced that Ruijie Network has joined the SDVoE Alliance as an adopting member. Ruijie Network specializes in the research, development, design and sales of network equipment, network security solutions and cloud desktop technologies. Established in 2003, Ruijie Network says it has been committed to developing solutions that bridge technology and application. At […]

Ruijie Network Joins SDVoE Alliance as Adopting Member

NEUTRIK Debuts More Ruggedized FIBERFOX Connectors for Harsh Environments

NEUTRIK has expanded its fiber optic connectivity portfolio with the introduction of two new variants of its HMA expanded beam multimode connector system. Available in two- and four-channel configurations, FIBERFOX EBC25 is a ruggedized development of its FIBERFOX HMA expanded beam multimode fiber-optic connector system. FIBERFOX EBC25 chassis is a jam-nut design, “intended to meet […]

NEUTRIK Debuts More Ruggedized FIBERFOX Connectors for Harsh Environments

Wharfedale Pro Updates DP-F, DP-N Series Amplifiers

Wharfedale Pro announced updates to its DP-F and DP-N series amplifiers. The output power, model numbers and configurations remain the same, but updated DP-F and DP-N models will now feature updated DSP Controller software features, increased internal DSP functions, new IPS color displays, locking XLR connectors, and AES/EBU inputs. These upgrades are supported by the […]

Wharfedale Pro Updates DP-F, DP-N Series Amplifiers

Churchill Downs’ Turfway Park Goes AV-over-IP with Visionary Solutions

Established in 1959, Turfway Park Racing & Gaming has a rich history of live Thoroughbred horse racing. In the mid-1960s, Turfway Park introduced innovations, such as winter and night racing, and later became the first track to introduce simulcast wagering. In October 2019, Turfway Park, which initially opened as Latonia Race Course, was acquired by […]

Churchill Downs’ Turfway Park Goes AV-over-IP with Visionary Solutions

Environmental Lights Adds PixLite Controller Line to Offerings

Environmental Lights says they’ve picked-up the Advatek PixLite controllers line and added it to its offerings of pixel lighting solutions. Advatek says its pixel controllers have been used to drive the “magic” behind some of the world’s most spectacular LED pixel lighting installations, galleries, shows and events, including those from Meow Wolf to GoLive Productions. […]

Environmental Lights Adds PixLite Controller Line to Offerings

Onkyo Adds TX-SR3100 5.2-Channel AVR

Onkyo just introduced the TX-SR3100, a 5.2 channel AVR with HDMI 2.1a support that includes resolutions and refresh rates as high as 8K60 and 4K120 as well as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio formats. In addition to support for Dynamic HDR formats, ALLM, VRR, QFT and SBTM (Source-Based Tone Mapping), the Onkyo TX-SR3100 incorporates Dolby […]

Onkyo Adds TX-SR3100 5.2-Channel AVR

Christie Projection Technology Powers Eye-Catching Exhibits at Prague’s Signal Festival

Christie RGB pure laser and 1DLP laser projectors lit up a host of spectacular projection mapping exhibits at Signal Festival in Prague, Czechia. Christie technology – including Griffyn 4K50-RGB, M 4K25 RGB, and 4K10-HS projectors – featured in four exhibits at the digital and creative culture festival, where international artists created a unique collection of […]

Christie Projection Technology Powers Eye-Catching Exhibits at Prague’s Signal Festival

WPS Transforms the Audio Experience in Princeton University’s Historic, 95-Year-Old Chapel

Washington Professional Systems just announced the completion of a comprehensive audio system overhaul and infrastructure upgrade for the gothic-styled, 95-year-old Princeton Chapel. WPS integrated modern audio technologies throughout the historic chapel, balancing clarity and balance for speech, choir, and instruments for a variety of events without sacrificing the chapel’s architectural integrity. Background: Princeton Chapel, an […]

WPS Transforms the Audio Experience in Princeton University’s Historic, 95-Year-Old Chapel

Jabra and London School of Economics Studied Impact of Tech on People, Post COVID

Jabra has conducted new research, “Meeting great expectations: Behavior, Emotion and Trust,” at the LSE Behavioural Lab to understand the behavioral dynamics of meetings and the impact of technology. The research found that meeting members were more engaged (56%) during face-to-face collaboration, and in instances where hybrid meetings are required, meeting room participants saw an […]

Jabra and London School of Economics Studied Impact of Tech on People, Post COVID

disguise Launches Free Virtual Production Course

  Today disguise announces the launch of Virtual Production Workflows, a free virtual production course available to anyone online on disguise Learn. The course was created by disguise experts after twenty years of experience helping to power virtual stages for Netflix and Amazon Prime shows, ITV and TUDN broadcasts, and more. From designing a volume […]

disguise Launches Free Virtual Production Course

Maluma’s Don Juan World Tour Loves DiGiCo Quantum338 Consoles

MEDELLÍN, Colombia – October 2023 – Singer, composer, rapper, entrepreneur, activist—all those descriptives and more characterize Maluma, the Latin Grammy Award-winning, Colombian-born entertainer. Add to that list “technology savant,” because DiGiCo Quantum338 consoles are an integral part of his ongoing Don Juan world tour, the North American leg of which runs from August 31 in Sacramento to November 4 […]

Maluma’s Don Juan World Tour Loves DiGiCo Quantum338 Consoles

Neutrik Americas Announces etherCON ESD Series Chassis Connectors

Neutrik Americas announced the etherCON ESD Series chassis connectors. Neutrik says the etherCON ESD Series improves the performance of the etherCON A Series by including asymmetric compound (non-metallic) push tabs. The connectors’ ESD-protective, compound push tabs protect against damage to sensitive electronics from unwanted energy entering the connector through the latch, whether from a finger […]

Neutrik Americas Announces etherCON ESD Series Chassis Connectors

Exertis Almo Enters Exclusive US Distribution Partnership With Hisense

Exertis Almo has entered an exclusive US distribution partnership with Hisense for its entry-level 32- to 100-inch digital signage displays, touch screens and direct-view LED all-in-one 136- and 163-inch models. According to Exertis Almo Director of Business Development Brian Rhatigan, “Hisense was recently named a top global television manufacturer. As the official sponsor of the […]

Exertis Almo Enters Exclusive US Distribution Partnership With Hisense

OSA Makes Substantial Investment in PK Sound Robotic Technology

Calgary, AB (October 2023) – OSA International Inc. has made a substantial investment in robotic line source technology from PK Sound, spearheading a significant long-term partnership between the two companies. As a market leader in premium AVL solutions for the touring and rental, corporate event, and performance installation verticals, OSA is already capitalizing on PK Sound’s multi-axis robotics […]

OSA Makes Substantial Investment in PK Sound Robotic Technology

INFiLED Announces New Appointments to Its ProAV Team

INFiLED says it has hired a few familiar faces to its ProAV team. The North American fixed install team welcomes Ryan Wilhelm as regional sales director (Southeast) under the direction of Rick Bortles, senior VP of strategy. Along with Wilhelm, INFiLED has hired for the operations side of the business: Kayla Fontanilla and Jason Tennstedt. Fontanilla […]

INFiLED Announces New Appointments to Its ProAV Team

MAXHUB Adds CM27 Series COB dvLED Display

MAXHUB introduced the CM27 Series COB (Chip On Board) all-in-one DV LED display. Featuring a 20,000:1 contrast display with either a 0.9- or 1.2-pixel pitch, the new CM27 has a 170-degree viewing angle and has a native 8K (7680 X 4320) Ultra HD resolution using a 16:9 aspect ratio LED panel. This system adopts a […]

MAXHUB Adds CM27 Series COB dvLED Display

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1281: Meet Neil Fluester, Host of CresTV

On the latest episode of my Rants & rAVes videocast, CresTV host Neil Fluester joined to talk with me about the perils of traveling while maintaining a weekly streaming video show. We discuss what gear we both use to make this happen, from lighting to Shure microphones, we both share the behind-the-scenes gear that make […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1281: Meet Neil Fluester, Host of CresTV

Becky G Takes a Big Show on the Road and Monitor Engineer Lucas Pinzón Relies on KLANG to Keep Everyone on Stage on the Same Page

LOS ANGELES, California – October 2023 – Just 26, singer/songwriter Becky G’s long list of achievements thus far include four Latin Grammy Award nominations, four number-one hits on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Charts, and her debut album Mala Santa was certified 8X platinum. So not surprisingly, her first solo headlining tour—she had previously toured with Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull in […]

Becky G Takes a Big Show on the Road and Monitor Engineer Lucas Pinzón Relies on KLANG to Keep Everyone on Stage on the Same Page

Professional Microphone Market Slow but Steady, as Installed Commercial Leads the Way

By Grant Youngman Futuresource Consulting The professional microphone market continues to achieve slow but steady post-pandemic growth, with a new report from Futuresource Consulting forecasting a CAGR of 5.9% over the next five years. That’s despite a general feeling of caution and nervousness among buyers, resulting from current economic and geopolitical issues. Recovery for the […]

Professional Microphone Market Slow but Steady, as Installed Commercial Leads the Way