Brompton Technology, announced the promotion of long-serving team member, Adam Callaway, to the role of Global Lead, Virtual Production & Broadcast. In his new capacity, Callaway, formerly Technical Solutions Manager, will spearhead Brompton’s initiatives in the dynamic Virtual Production and Broadcast markets, helping to identify opportunities for the rest of the team, and delivering even better support in these rapidly evolving domains. Callaway remarked: “As we continue to provide new and innovative solutions and platforms to both the Virtual Production and Broadcast markets, we are focused on placing the right people in the right places. By doing this, we are continuing…
Author: Daisy Thorogood
Situated in the vibrant metropolis of Seoul, VIVE STUDIOS specialises in visual AI-based metaverse content. Part of its innovative offering is a state-of-the-art 1,200sqm Virtual Production facility, featuring a large LED wall powered by Brompton Technology LED processing. The VIVE STUDIOS VP facility is a dedicated space for virtual production and XR, and serves as a studio for TV and film productions. Within the venue, Brompton’s curved LED wall measures an impressive 27m by 7m and comprises AOTO RM2.3 LED panels. The studio team utilises eight 4K Tessera SX40 LED processors and 12 Tessera XD 10G data distribution units to…
Circle, an eclectic bar and restaurant space in Milan’s fashionable Tortona area, was delivered fittingly fashionable audio by a NEXO ePS system, designed and installed by AV solutions providers, Ligra. “The client and manager of the venue is also a DJ and expert audiophile who already knows the NEXO brand and appreciates its products,” reported Francesco Pino, Ligra Pro Audio and Video Systems Engineer. “The brief was to design and install a new, reliable and high-performing system for a venue that hosts a lot of social events and, above all, club nights where DJs perform with audiences of up to…
Nikki Beach St Tropez, an exclusive restaurant and beach club located on the beautiful Pampelonne beach in France, relied on COLORSONIC to update their sound system. Consequently, a NEXO ID84 system was specified and installed. Président and CEO of COLORSONIC Gérard Giraudon, alongisde the company’s Technical Director Christophe Orlando, proposed the system to Sound Designer and Acoustician Claudio Fabiani, after learning that the venue needed a highly controllable and directional setup, so as not to disturb nearby residential areas. Visual unobtrusiveness was also key in not distracting from the club’s luxury look. A total of 18 of NEXO’s ID84 column…
By Sound Creative Technics, provider of technical production and rental services throughout Turkey, made a substantial investment in Outline’s flagship loudspeaker system. The acquisition includes 24 GTO line-array elements, 24 DBS 18-2 subwoofers, 24 Mantas compact line-array enclosures, a Newton FPGA processor, and a complete, ready-racked power, rigging, accessory, and cabling solution. Company Director and Partner, Sarper Ulusel, commented: “Our first encounter with Outline’s products was with the GTO during a live concert setup, and what struck us initially was the flexibility of the Newton device; its intuitively-designed user interface allows such easy adjustments and system control. Following this, the performance…
MOVECAT GmbH has changed its name to MOVEKET GmbH in response to the increased demand for their stage automation solutions. This rebrand also helped resolve trademark challenges caused by the company’s global expansion. The new suffix “KET” acts as an acronym, standing for Kinetic Entertainment Technologies. “The change of name is an important step in our strategic development. It underlines our commitment to producing first-class products, services, and future innovations that meet the ever-growing demands of our customers,” commented Peter Streicher, Managing Director of MOVEKET GmbH. Despite this branding change, MOVEKET remains true to its values, promising to continue…
L-Acoustics hosted a destruction event to mark the disposal of counterfeit speakers recently seized, following a judgment by the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division, that ordered Se7ven Sounds Music to pay damages of $5 million US dollars to L-Acoustics, and granted L-Acoustics the right to destroy the 136 counterfeit professional speakers confiscated during the investigation. During the afternoon, covered by Tampa Bay Fox News and NBC News, L-Acoustics invited local rental partners to destroy several counterfeit speakers, subwoofers, and amplified controllers before delivering them to an independent sustainability firm that will recover and repurpose the…
Stonex, ETC’s distributor for the Spanish market, announced the addition of the Hog 4 line of consoles to its portfolio. Stonex now provides the Hog 4-18, Full Boar 4, Road Hog 4-21, HedgeHog 4X, amongst the rest of ETC’s Hog 4 line. Marketing & Commercial Director at Stonex, Paloma Expósito, commented: “One of the highlights of this collaboration is ETC’s ongoing commitment to improving Hog console technology. The entertainment industry is constantly undergoing significant transformation, with a growing demand for technologies that are not only efficient but also adaptable to the specific needs of each event.” “The integration of ETC’s…
Brompton Technology strengthened its leadership team by promoting Joanna Muggeridge to Director of Marketing and Lotta Schiefer to Director of Sales. Both roles are essential to driving Brompton’s global strategy as the company advances along its growth trajectory. Following more than three decades in the entertainment industry, working with global manufacturers such as Barco, Vari*Lite, and Wireless Solutions, Schiefer brought her years of experience to Brompton in early 2023 and now helps expand its sales reach. “The opportunity to lead the sales team for such a strong and trusted brand is a huge honour,” said Schiefer. In her new position…
Riedel Communications announced a new partnership with Croatia-based system integrator, Kapetanović Systems, in effort to deliver top-tier solutions to the broadcast and AV/multimedia industry. Working closely with Riedel and equipped with Riedel systems including the MediorNet family of real-time media network products, the Artist wired and Bolero wireless intercom systems, and the RiMotion R8 replay system, Kapetanović Systems is able to deliver unparalleled technological solutions and consulting services, ensuring seamless implementation of cutting-edge solutions for any broadcast or AV/multimedia need. “Riedel Communications has been a strong business partner for us,” said Darko Kapetanović, CEO of Kapetanović Systems. “The friendly atmosphere,…
