ETC’s automated fixtures range, Halcyon, has been installed within the renowned Parisian theatre, la Comédie-Française. A total of 27 Halcyon Platinum fixtures and 12 Halcyon Gold fixtures were integrated at the famous venue. A cultural institution, la Comédie-Française is the only French national theatre to have a permanent drama troupe which has been the same since 1680; a lighting system upgrade was necessary to ensure that the luminary quality of the space was just as iconic as the venue itself. Sales Manager for France, Nicolas Da Canal, commented: “la Comédie-Française already has ETC’s High End Systems SolaFrame Studio, SolaFrame 2000…
Author: Daisy Thorogood
Broadcast Management Group (BMG) manages various projects, from large-scale, multi-camera productions to engineering technical facilities and launching OTT networks from the ground up. Looking to add additional equipment to its inventory, BMG wanted PTZ cameras that were versatile, cost-effective and had the video quality necessary for live broadcasts. For BMG Founder and CEO Todd Mason, JVC Professional Video hit all the marks. “Our account rep at JVC was very effective at communicating the value of the brand’s PTZ cameras, and offered to come out to BMG’s Cloud Control Production Center in Las Vegas for a demonstration,” he said. “We all…
Snowbird Restaurant & Lounge opened with the intent to introduce the popular and sultry cocktail longue scene to Frisco, Texas. Bespoke Technology Group was contracted to bring this after-dinner destination to life; leading to the integration of a 1 SOUND audio system. Snowbird’s versatile events meant that the venue needed an audio system fit for dinner ambience, private events, all-day brunch events, and DJ sets. Bespoke chose to go with 1 SOUND premium loudspeakers for this lounge to offer high-fidelity sound quality and sonic intelligibility but with the capacity to get louder for high-energy nights. This was accomplished by utilising…
Matrox Video announced that its Matrox LUMA Series graphics cards with Intel Arc GPUs are now shipping. Previewed at major trade shows throughout the year, Matrox LUMA cards are engineered to power digital signage and video wall systems in both the mainstream and pro AV graphics markets. The range satisfies significant demand for driving multiple screens and ever-increasing pixel counts, with a balance between size, reliability, and performance for different applications. Available now are three LUMA cards in the mainstream graphics line. The first available card is the half-height LUMA A310, the only modern, low-profile fanless card. It is ideal…
RTI announced that manufacturing rep Bormann Marketing will now represent Blustream AV distribution solutions, in addition to RTI’s control portfolio. Bormann Marketing has successfully served RTI dealers in the Central region of the United States since 2019. “We continue to have a great relationship with Bormann Marketing in the Pro AV and commercial channels they serve,” said Josh Litwack, RTI Vice President of Global Sales. “Expanding that relationship to include the Blustream portfolio enables dealers in the region to leverage the native integrations between the two brands and deliver seamless solutions that combine control and automation with AV distribution.” Bormann…
Nanolumens announced the winner for their 8th annual Crystal Nixel Awards. This year’s award went to McCann Systems and Gensler for their DraftKings Sportsbook installation at Wrigley Field. This colossally curved dvLED display features an expansive 2,000-square-foot curved videowall with a bottom ticker that scrolls through scores, headlines, betting odds, and other stats. “As partners go, McCann Systems and Gensler are top-notch and the Crystal Nixel Award for this installation is well-deserved. Their combined vision and execution in this domain were truly remarkable and successfully integrating the massive video wall structure is an extraordinary accomplishment. This, combined with their design…
Proving brand comprehension of the fact that immersive experiences are rapidly growing in both popularity and production, Panasonic Connect Europe announced that it will launch the first of a range of Media Processors in 2024, designed for efficient multi-projection. Ideal for touring and fixed installation immersive experiences, the product will simplify workflows whilst delivering high-quality content for the location-based entertainment industry using Panasonic’s leading projectors. Traditionally, computing power for immersive experiences is installed in dedicated server rooms – taking up valuable space and requiring lots of cabling and power. Conversely, Panasonic’s new Media Processor enables a new, flexible, and efficient…
Bose Professional announced the promotion of Adam Shulman to Director of Product Management, a strategic enhancement that reflects the company’s dedication to its customers and commitment to innovative, customer-driven system solutions. With more than two decades of expertise in system design and product innovation, Shulman is well positioned to spearhead a new era of ingenuity within Bose Professional’s product strategy. His advancement supports the company’s focus on engineering and product excellence. John Maier, CEO of Bose Professional, expressed his confidence in Shulman’s ability to drive the company’s product vision forward. “Adam embodies the spirit of Bose Professional and his talent…
Georgia Browns, Greater Manchester, is a destination sports and entertainment venue. Recently refurbished and re-launched, and featuring a large media wall, the venue also hosts multiple additional screens showing a wide range of sports, as well as staging live bands, DJ sets, and karaoke. The team at Georgia Brown gave careful consideration to its technical needs, and having invested in its media wall through Richer Sounds, consulted with the company’s Custom Installation design team over the best way forward for its audio requirements. Richer Sounds recommended an Optimal Audio system to deliver the venue’s requirement for background and party level…
The Lighting & Staging Zone at ISE 2024 will serve as a hub for exploration of the ever-changing illumination industry, shining a light on the incredible technology that enhances performance, heightens audience connection, and creates an unforgettable, immersive experience. Located for the first time in Hall 1 at ISE 2024, the Lighting & Staging Zone showcases lighting/lighting control, rigging/staging equipment, motion tracking, video mapping, holography, and much more. It promises a huge variety of solutions, spanning those appropriate for small temporary venues, right up to fixtures for major stadium concerts. In Hall 1, you’ll find globally recognised manufacturers like Robe…
