L-Acoustics released L-Acoustics DJ, a groundbreaking solution that transforms traditional stereo DJ setups into fully immersive spatial audio experiences. This comprehensive solution empowers DJs and electronic music artists to transform standard stereo content into dynamic, three-dimensional soundscapes live, all without disrupting established workflows or requiring complex technical interventions. As audiences embrace increasingly sophisticated entertainment experiences, the potential of audio immersion in electronic music venues has remained largely untapped, with most clubs and festivals still utilising conventional stereo or quad configurations. L-Acoustics DJ unlocks this potential by making spatial audio accessible, intuitive, and immediately playable for DJs of all technical backgrounds.…
Author: Daisy Thorogood
L-Acoustics captivated industry partners, clients, and press yesterday at its Keynote 2025 event at London’s Roundhouse Theatre. The invitation-only gathering drew attendees from 40 countries to witness the unveiling of a comprehensive suite of audio innovations and strategic partnerships. “The emotional connection between a performer and the audience results from the perfectly crafted collaboration between artists who create the source, engineers who perfect the system, and venues that curate the space to deliver exceptional experiences,” said Laurent Vaissié, co-CEO at L-Acoustics. “The innovations announced at our 2025 Keynote support our vision to create the best shared sound experiences.” The audio…
Building on the approach introduced with the LA7.16i, L-Acoustics has released its LA1.16i, an ultra-compact 16-channel amplified controller specifically engineered for the installation market. This latest innovation delivers unmatched channel density in a space-saving 1U format, making premium L-Acoustics sound accessible for a wider range of venues and applications. The new LA1.16i amplified controller delivers 16 channels of premium L-Acoustics sound in an ultra-compact 1U format, ideal for small and medium-scale installations. Purpose-built for near-field and short-throw applications where higher sound pressure levels aren’t the priority, the LA1.16i is ideal for hospitality venues, retail environments, cultural spaces, and residential installations.…
Bob Schacherl – beloved friend, colleague, Robe Family member, and professional entertainment lighting industry legend – sadly passed away this week, aged 70. Bob served as CEO of Robe Lighting Inc from 2013 until his retirement in 2019 and will be much missed by all in the Robe organisation, alongside those in the industry who had the privilege of working with him. Robe lighting s.r.o. CEO Josef Valchar stated: “Bob was a great team builder! He joined some already excellent people in place at Robe’s Fort Lauderdale, Florida, headquarters and helped boost our presence in the USA by assembling a…
Adlib has been honoured with a King’s Award for International Trade. Adlib is one of 197 organisations to be recognised with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise. Announced Tuesday, 6 May, Adlib has received the King’s Award for International Trade for Outstanding Short-Term Growth in overseas sales. The Award recognises Adlib’s international reputation and commercial success in delivering projects outside of the UK. Founded in 1984, Adlib is headquartered in Prescot, Merseyside, with locations in Glasgow and London. Between 2022 and 2024, Adlib’s overseas turnover saw significant growth, supported by the company’s prominent position within the international touring market. Adlib’s…
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition opened at ExCeL London in March 2025, inviting visitors to step inside the story of the boy king in a spectacular reimagining of Ancient Egypt. Produced by FKP Scorpio Entertainment and created by Madrid Artes Digitales (MAD), the 26,000 square foot experience blends archaeology, storytelling and immersive technology to astonishing effect. At the heart of the show is a towering 8-metre-high, 360-degree projection-mapped environment – an engineering feat designed to transport audiences to a richly detailed ancient world. This central immersive space, known as the “black box,” was designed and installed by Belgian multimedia specialists Painting with…
West of Shanghai and home to 5 million people, Suzhou is known for its canals, bridges and classical gardens. Now this bustling Chinese city gets an exciting new attraction in the form of the T/Lake Club located in the picturesque Wujiang District. With stunning views over Dongtai Lake, the modern architecture of the club sits perfectly in beautiful natural surroundings, while striking, industrial-style interiors are softened by warm lighting to create a sumptuous atmosphere. As night falls, it’s all about the music with a party crowd enjoying top DJ sets delivered with breathtaking power and clarity by a NEXO GEOS12…
Located 30km North of Lyon (France) as the crow flies, the Parc des Oiseaux welcomes 280,000 visitors every year between April and October, when birds migrate back to this region, which boasts over 1,300 ponds. To extend its appeal into the winter months, the largest bird park in Europe has taken on a new technical and artistic challenge with Les Nuits du Parc: an immersive night-time trail which ran from November to March 2025. The idea was to make people discover the park from a new perspective, as park director Emmanuel Visentin explains: “We wanted to bring some winter magic,…
Modulo Pi will make its first appearance at InfoComm through its U.S. distributor, MayCo. From June 11-13 at booth #7743, visitors will experience Modulo Pi’s cutting-edge media servers in action, including a fully interactive LED installation powered by the company’s flagship media server, Modulo Kinetic. Visitors to the booth will have the opportunity to discover Modulo Player and Modulo Kinetic, two hardware + software media server platforms designed to effortlessly create stunning visual experiences. Modulo Pi’s media servers are widely used in immersive venues, projection mapping, theme parks, corporate events, museums, and touring shows. The all-in-one platform Modulo Kinetic will…
EM Acoustics is set to return to the Royal Armouries in Leeds this May for the 2025 edition of PLASA Focus, reaffirming its commitment to the professional audio community in the UK. This year’s appearance comes on the heels of an exceptional 12 months for the company, marked by a series of landmark installations and the launch of several key products that have further solidified EM Acoustics’ reputation as a leader in high-performance audio. At PLASA Focus 2025, the EM Acoustics management team will engage with both long-standing partners and new visitors. Attendees can expect an introduction to the company’s…
