Martin Audio’s versatile loudspeakers have been tasked with reproducing many musical genres to optimum effect over the generations. But one of the most demanding must surely be the spirituality of Indian Sufi music, as performed by one of the leading exponents, Bismil ki Mehfil (Mohd Asif). His recent concert outdoors at Delhi Technological University (DTU) […]
Martin Audio is revving up the excitement at ISE this year with The FlexPoint Pitstop Challenge, a competition to test your speed and skill in rotating the driver on its flagship FlexPoint loudspeaker, the FP8. The contestant with the fastest time recorded over the four-day event will be crowned the ultimate speed champion, and receive a prize package […]
Based in Crawley, Sussex, Tulleys Farm turns into a seasonal theme park in the Autumn and Winter months. It’s then that they promote an evolving programme of festivals and visitor attractions with ‘Shocktober’ (developing into a Pumpkin Festival), now followed by a newly inaugurated Christmas Light Festival through its various woodland trails, occupying the month […]
Since the inauguration of Portugal’s Golden Globes awards ceremony back in 1996, production company Auditiv Audiovisuais has supported the event with advanced sound reinforcement and broadcast. The company recently returned to the 4,300-capacity Coliseu dos Recreios in Lisbon with a Martin Audio WPC line array, providing the auditorium sound for the first time at the […]
Green Coast is a luxury tourist retreat located in the Albanian resort of Palasë. Known as the Albanian Riviera, and overlooking the Ionian Sea, it is also a popular recreational hub, with a number of bars and restaurants. One of these is the latest LAST, run by experienced restaurateurs, Revo Hospitality Group (RHG) which specializes […]
Martin Audio US has announced its next Open Day. This will take place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on September 30, with separate presentations at both 11am and 2pm. Hosted by VP Sales, Lee Stein, the event will showcase highlights from Martin Audio’s current portfolio, with audio demonstrations and presentations by vertical market specialists, Brad […]
fabric London has extended its relationship with Martin Audio dating back nearly quarter of a century, by announcing a substantial upgrade to its flagship Room One. Since the installation of Martin Audio W8C, Blacklines and WSX subwoofers at the start of the new millennium the club has never looked back, having gone through several generations […]
Although only a small, 220-cap venue, the Half Moon in Putney has hosted some of the biggest names in show business over the last 60-plus years. It was the venue for U2’s first ever sell-out show, the place where Kate Bush first performed publicly, hosted KD Lang’s debut, and has had the likes of Bo […]
DelFest, one of the premier roots festivals in the US, has steadily evolved its technical infrastructure at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, MD, since its inception 17 years ago. Supporting the multi-stage event with sound reinforcement from the very beginning has been Martin Audio partner Southard Audio. This year, they fielded three Wavefront Precision […]
Martin Audio has announced the introduction of iK41, an advanced 4-channel power amplifier, to further strengthen the existing iKON series and portfolio offering. The iK41 combines high power density with rich and accurate audio performance, state-of-the-art DSP and network control, and is designed as a dedicated controller amplifier for Martin Audio WPM optimized line arrays, […]
Located outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Sesame Place is a theme park and water park based entirely on the Sesame Street TV series. It is one of 12 theme parks operated in the US by SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment. One of the main attractions, popular for hosting a variety of shows, including meet and greets with the […]
The inaugural Iron Blossom Festival in Richmond, Virginia, have already confirmed that it will be repeated next year. The festival says this success was contributed to by the sound quality provided across the two stages by Soundworks of Virginia, featuring Martin Audio’s Wavefront Precision optimized line arrays. This ensured a “first-class experience” for headliners Hozier, […]
Packing three drivers into a “relatively small trapezoid enclosure,” its three-way triaxial configuration delivers enhanced output for its size and “gives it the edge over comparable two-way systems in terms of superior mid- and high-frequency performance.” Martin says adding a compact Martin Audio SX subwoofer to extend low-frequency output creates a dynamic, four-way set-up with […]
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 […]
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 […]
A Wavefront Precision line array forms the centerpiece of a new AV upgrade at the Discover Church in Milwaukee, specified and installed by Martin Audio partner Avenue Systems. The expanding ministry has undergone several campus extensions since 1969, culminating in a major renovation in 2022, which included the sanctuary. Avenue Systems were part of that […]
Redditch, UK – January 2023. Martin Audio is pleased to announce its partnership with the recently-formed 22live described as ‘the UK’s next generation pro-audio service provider’. In so doing it reunites the company with Hire Director, Paul Timmins—part of a hugely experienced team that also includes MD Spencer Beard and Commercial Director, Alex Penn. They are […]
One of the highlights of New York’s holiday season is the unveiling of the seasonal windows at the City’s premier department store, Bloomingdale’s. Providing the sound for the opening show which marks the occasion, and sees crowds thronging the streets on the corner of 59th Street and Lexington Avenue in midtown Manhattan, is Frost Productions. The service […]
High Wycombe, UK – July 2022. Martin Audio has appointed Flemming Bjerke to the newly created position of Sales Manager for the Nordic region and Germany. Bjerke will report to Brad Watson, International Sales Director, and his duties will include business development across the region while supporting existing sales channels and specialist partners. With extensive […]
Martin Audio has added another patent — this time in the United Kingdom for its XE stage monitor waveguide. The patent covers the use of Martin Audio’s differential dispersion coaxial drive units and the continuation of their waveguide shape to form the baffle, as seen in the XE monitors to achieve the desired HF coverage. […]
Martin Audio has announced that its Wavefront Precision optimized line array system, WPS, is now available in white as a made-to-order option. It is also accompanied by its cardioid subwoofer partner, SXC118. Designed to set a new benchmark for 8-inch line arrays, Martin Audio originally announced WPS in 2019. The SXC118 is a cardioid subwoofer […]
Martin Audio has announced the latest release of its control VU-NET (2.2.2) software. New features of the update include: Preset support for Martin Audio’s constant curvature loudspeaker, TORUS T12, including when it is also used in conjunction with its partner cardioid subwoofer, SXC118. Martin Audio iKON amplifiers can also now be added to the Q-SYS […]
After the widespread cancellation of the 2020 graduation and commencement season in the U.S., students were anxious to know whether they would be able to celebrate the completion of their degree programs on a grand stage this year. Cooper Cannady of Martin Audio (partner RMB Audio), the event’s long-term services provider, was faced with the […]
Martin Audio debuts first constant curvature array, TORUS, and a new 3D prediction and optimization software called DISPLAY 3. For applications that typically require a throw between 15-30 meters (50-100 feet), a full-blown line array is not always practical, optimal or affordable. Conversely, a point source solution may not be sufficient in coverage and SPL. […]
Martin Audio is shipping its SXCF118 and SXC115 compact, cardioid subwoofers. Purpose designed to partner the WPS and WPM line arrays respectively, these essential additions to the product portfolio are designed for both live sound reinforcement and fixed installations The SXCF118, a flyable version of the SXC118, has been engineered to match the WPS optimized […]
Martin Audio has announced new additions and upgraded voicing for its CDD series — as well as improved production capacity — as part of a concerted effort to meet the growing needs of installation applications. CDD was original launched in 2015, combining curved enclosures with patent protected Coaxial Differential Dispersion technology. Martin Audio further extended […]
Martin Audio is shipping the ADORN series ceiling loudspeakers to Europe and North America (following the first shipments to the APAC territories in September). Along with the ceiling speakers is the availability of the company’s first ever pendant speaker, which comes in black or white as standard. Featuring Martin Audio’s sound characteristics, the ADORN in-ceiling […]
The Kaho Theater in Iizuka City, Fukuoka, has survived many difficulties since the original building appeared in 1922 and along the way this playhouse has been designated a Japanese national registered tangible cultural property. The predecessor of the current Kaho Theatre, Nakaza, was originally opened as an entertainment place for people working in coal mines […]
Martin Audio has announced the availability of its first-ever iOS app, XP Connect, for control and streaming for its self-powered portable series, BlacklineX Powered. When BlacklineX Powered launched, users could access the built-in three-channel mixer and onboard Bluetooth streaming by utilizing the rotary panel controls on the back of the loudspeakers. Now all of that […]
Martin Audio has announced the release of two new compact cardioid subwoofers, the SXCF118 and the SXC115 — both designed for live sound reinforcement and fixed installations. The SXCF118 is a flyable version of the SXC118 released last year and has been purpose-designed to accompany the WPS optimized line array system, while the ground stack […]
High Wycombe, UK – March, 2020. Martin Audio has announced the release of two new compact, high performance cardioid subwoofers, the SXCF118 and the SXC115, suitable for both live sound reinforcement and fixed installations. The SXCF118 is a flyable version of the SXC118 released last year and has been purpose designed to accompany the WPS optimized […]
Ipswich, UK – February, 2020. Old Barn Audio (OBA) recently turned to Martin Audio’s CDD series to overcome a challenging situation at the refurbished St. Joseph’s College Chapel in Ipswich. The majestic Ipswich chapel, forced to close for three years when it fell into disrepair, has finally been brought back to life after a major revamp costing £750,000. Written into […]