CHAINMASTER is thrilled to announce a new partnership with menzi ebz, a Swiss company specialising in lighting and lighting control systems. This collaboration marks an exciting expansion for CHAINMASTER into the Swiss market. Marco Menzi, CEO of Menzi EBZ, shared his enthusiasm about the partnership: “We have been specializing in lighting and lighting control systems for many years. However, we lacked the right partners to enter the rigging business. We are extremely proud and excited to represent CHAINMASTER, the number one in Switzerland for chain hoists. We are also aware of the high standards CHAINMASTER and our customers expect in…
Author: Daisy Thorogood
For over 45 years, TAIT, the global leader in live experience, has been a trusted partner to the world’s most influential artists, brands, and institutions. Throughout its history, TAIT has continued to evolve and grow, and has announced that TAIT Group companies productionglue and Thinkwell will now be operating within a singular TAIT brand identity. “TAIT has always pushed the boundaries of storytelling. With the creative and producing capabilities of Thinkwell and productionglue, we are offering an unmatched depth and breadth of skill to our partners,” said Adam Davis, Chief Executive Officer, TAIT. “We bring a legacy of innovation and…
Opened in May 2024, Woodland Village is a brand new accommodation site at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort. Offering a tranquil family stay in a woodland retreat, Woodland Village also encompasses an entertainment and hospitality space, The Clubhouse Restaurant and Bar, which required the integration of an immersive, zoned audio system to enhance the guest experience. David Shepherd of DS Audio led the sound design on the project, having worked with LEGOLAND Windsor Resort on previous areas within the park. Shepherd collaborated closely with the internal technical team and integrators, JPSL, to design and install a full EM Acoustics system that would…
Creative Technology APAC has recently increased its stock of Ayrton fixtures, adding 30 Argo 6 Wash fixtures to its existing inventory of Ayrton Diablo LED profiles. The general manager Marcus Lim explains why the company decided to invest in Argo 6 Wash: “We were looking to expand our stock of wash fixtures with an IP65 rated unit and, after some internal evaluation against other similar products, we found that Argo 6 Wash was the best fit for our market segment. It’s a good all-round wash light, with the added plus point of offering a pixel map option. We also like…
Being the first to use a brand-new mixing console is an exciting prospect, but when your venue is on the roof of a busy international airport that has never needed a goods lift, logistics suddenly become a very high priority, as Tristan Mazire found out during preparations for a secret event on the roof of the iconic Terminal One Building, Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport on July 17th. The event was planned as part of Olympic Celebrations and live-streamed via Amazon Music’s Twitch channel to huge audiences. The entire proceedings, from set-up to pack-down, were also recorded for a feature…
A celebration of Mediterranean cuisine and culture in the heart of Nice, Mediterraneo is housed within the walls of the old Gare du Sud railway station. The space, a long hall with high, vaulted ceilings with iron arches, consists of a ground floor and a mezzanine. The installation of an audio system at Mediterraneo has been a two-part journey due to the evolution of the space, with KGEAR loudspeakers at the centre of the story. Local integrator, EnvySoul, was contracted to handle the design and integration of the audio system, provided by local distributor, AEITECH. In the first instance, the…
Having featured Sarah Bernhardt on its stages for almost two decades, and staging the very first play by Sartre, Théâtre de la Ville has earned its place as one of the world’s most prestigious venues. Throughout its 150-year history, the venue has staged all manner of productions and today is known for its offering of modern dance, theatre and world music. Following a major seven-year refurbishment designed to equip the 19th-century building with 21st-century innovation, Théâtre de la Ville has again placed itself on the edge of technology, able to offer L-ISA immersive experiences to audiences via its BLive-installed sound…
At its Spring 2024 opening, Flyover in Chicago became the newest of Flyover Attractions’ immersive indoor flying rides, joining existing installations in Las Vegas; Vancouver, Canada; and Reykjavik, Iceland, that transports guests to the planet’s most epic places through exhilarating flying journeys. Located within Chicago’s landmark waterfront Navy Pier, the multi-sensory experience, which incorporates leading drone technologies along with impressive aerial shots and first-person narratives, showcases the city from perspectives never seen before. Flyover’s signature Chicago journey is shown on an impressive 65-foot spherical screen with flight motion seats engineered to swoop, dip and turn, giving guests the feeling of…
LPS-BaX L laser projector is the newest member of the popular LPS-BaX family that delights professional lighting designers and experienced organisers of different events worldwide. LPS-BaX show laser projectors are rented, dry-hired and bought for festivals, tours, theatres, entertainment centres, hotels, government projects, and much more as an eye-catcher, or combined with multimedia water fountain shows. LPS-BaX L is a big deal for large outdoor events and festivals. It is available with 60W RGB, 80W RGB and 100W RGB. As known from the LPS-BaX family, the high-end laser projector is reflected in elegant, timeless design and is equipped with many…
Toka Musik is a Beirut-born, Dubai-based music company which defies conventional bounds. This multifaceted venture encompasses a highly regarded online electronic music magazine, artist collective, podcast and promo platform. Established in 2017 as a DJ guest mix series, Toka Musik quickly evolved into a leading platform for electronic music in the MENA region. Toka Musik also recently formed a strategic partnership with Pioneer DJ/ Alpha Theta to give a wider platform to up-and-coming talent in the MENA region. As part of the deal, Pioneer PRO AUDIO has supplied Toka Musik with a pair of XPRS102 10” full-range active loudspeakers to…
