Martin Professional collaborated with Verity Studios, the leading provider of indoor drone show systems for live events, for a dynamic three-day customer showcase at the HARMAN Experience Center in Northridge, California. Held in April, the event revealed how autonomous drones and advanced lighting can operate as a single, unified show experience. The centrepiece was a choreographed performance of Verity’s Lucie micro drones, equipped with powerful LEDs, flying in sync with Martin’s newest lighting fixture releases, including the MAC Aura Raven XIP. With its high-resolution aura effects and bold beam presence, the MAC Aura Raven XIP provided a rich visual counterpart…
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Elation invites lighting professionals to break the rules with the new REBEL Series. Elation introduced the first in the series, the REBEL PROFILE, a powerful, compact LED profile fixture with IP65 rating engineered for attention-grabbing visuals in both indoor and outdoor applications. “REBEL is all about breaking free from traditional norms and embracing bold innovation,” said Matthias Hinrichs, Product Manager at Elation. “The REBEL PROFILE was created to answer the demand for a versatile, rugged fixture that offers both high intensity and adaptability. Built for rental houses and designers who need fixtures that can do it all in indoor or…
For the third successive year, Martin Audio and Generation AV entertained all APAC distributors at their Singapore Experience Centre to celebrate growth and discuss future opportunities. Attending the recent event, Dom Harter, Martin Audio Managing Director, shared updates from across the Audio Reproduction division of the Focusrite group, which also includes Linea Research, Optimal Audio and TiMax. Harter confirmed, “More partners are representing multiple brands, and while we want to ensure that each brand continues to flourish in its own right, there are increasing opportunities for convergence and value-added solutions to customers.” Addressing the notable interest in spatial audio, which…
Located 20 minutes from Keflavik International Airport, Icelandair’s headquarters has recently undergone a major expansion with the addition of a new flight simulator with additional facilities for pilot and cabin crew training, along with new office facilities including an impressive atrium and multi-purpose spaces for the hosting of meetings, presentations and events. The project’s electrical contractor, Verkhönnun, issued a tender for the design and installation of cutting-edge audiovisual systems, with the contract ultimately awarded to local event production and AV technology specialists Exton. “The initial brief included line arrays for the main atrium, but our modeling of a NEXO point-source…
Anolis – a Robe Business – has appointed Eloise Reed as its International Specification Manager. Eloise is based in the UK and will be travelling extensively both nationally and internationally in her role for the Czech Republic-based manufacturer, which will include streamlining the design support and tender processes for clients and boosting the Anolis profile within the architectural lighting community, and as an essential element of the wider ‘Robe Group’ of premium brands. Eloise’s extensive knowledge and experience in this specialist area of lighting is matched by her energy, sparkling personality and fantastic communication skills, which Anolis is “thrilled and…
ARRI announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its subsidiary Claypaky to new strategic owner EK Inc. Operating one of the most advanced lighting production and development facilities in the industry, EK Inc. offers a strong foundation for Claypaky. “This decision is part of our strategic realignment as we focus more strongly on our core business,” said Chris Richter, Managing Director of ARRI. “Clearly recognising Claypaky’s potential, it was important to us to find a new owner who pursues next-level growth based on a deep understanding of the market and a long-term strategic vision—for both Claypaky…
Championing diverse cuisines, live performance, and indoor farming, Broadwick adds another multipurpose venue to its growing portfolio of community-enhancing spaces. Born from a regeneration initiative led by British Land and AustralianSuper, Corner Corner plays an important role in the ongoing evolution of London’s Canada Water district. Developed by Broadwick in collaboration with KERB, the space realises Broadwick Founder and Owner Simeon Aldred’s vision of an “experimental” and “hybrid” venue. With its expansive offerings, Corner Corner delivers a distinctive and dynamic entertainment experience. The building’s 55,000 sq ft houses multiple functions motivated by four words: Nature, Rhythm, Taste, and Culture. The…
The home of Poland’s premier folk ensemble blends tradition and innovation with massive technological upgrade featuring advanced performance technology from DiGiCo and L-Acoustics. Founded in 1949 and celebrated globally as an ambassador for Polish culture, Mazowsze has consistently balanced preservation with innovation in its mission to share Poland’s folk heritage. Located in Otrębusy on the outskirts of Warsaw, the Auditorium is the main facility in the headquarters of Mazowsze and can accommodate 600 spectators, with its construction allowing for adaptability, including the removal of all its seating. Last year, the centre completed a massive upgrade to its performance space with…
One of the Austrian capital’s most significant landmarks, this monumental church has become the site for a new immersive show that brings its audience on a journey through the birth of our universe. Within its relatively short 30-minute runtime, the Light of Creation experience transforms Vienna’s Votivkirche, or Votive Church, into an interpretation of the dawn of time. Through an audio and visual arrangement reliant on carefully designed acoustic and projection systems, visitors are taken through an ethereal, abstract narrative, showcasing the Big Bang, the genesis of first life, and the formation of Earth’s elements. Projection-mapped planets and beams of…
Bravo Norge AS designs and equips a bespoke AV package at new upscale hotel, including over 250 Bose Professional loudspeakers across the property. Located in the town of Hindås, 25 minutes from Gothenburg, Hjortviken Country Club is the latest luxury property owned and operated by ESS Group. Opened in January, the facility features 150 guest rooms, various sized meeting and conference rooms, indoor and outdoor pool areas, a spa, nightclub, two restaurants and a bar. With the desire to offer its guests an audio experience to match the stunning interiors, ESS Group sought the expertise of IT and AV integrators…
