Journalists had the exclusive chance to go behind the scenes at Rycote’s manufacturing facility and get hands on with production. The event offered key industry editors a hands-on experience that showcased the company’s commitment to British manufacturing excellence and innovation. The event, which took place on 19 October 2023, brought together a team o for an opportunity to meet with Rycote’s international audio team. Participants were invited to explore the manufacturing facility and gain insights into the company’s strategy and future roadmap. The highlight of the event was a behind the scenes factory tour that allowed attendees to meet the…
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Ashly Audio announced a partnership with Robert Louis Associates. The manufacturers’ representative firm took over representation of the Ashly line in the territory of Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. CEO and Principal Rep Robert Podolinski commented: “The RLA team is very excited to be representing the Ashly line. RLA has over 30 years of experience in audio amplification, DSP, and mixing sales, having built our reputation with premier companies such as Harman Pro. We are excited to work with a manufacturer that demonstrates the ability to deliver solid products, provide exceptional service, and keep top talent.” Ashly…
Martin announced the P3-175 and P3-275 System Controllers, alongside the P3 Software Update 6.0.0; these P3 tools are tuned for Martin fixtures, standing as an all-in-one creative lighting control solution that optimises fixture performance and simplifies workflows. P3 System Controllers offer tight, accurate and full control over P3-enabled fixtures from one central location. Automated mapping, scaling, configuring, and addressing of fixtures saves time and eliminates the need to address fixtures locally. The new Martin P3-175 and P3-275 System Controllers support video input up to 4K over HDMI and NDI with significantly increased output-capacity. Real-time previews illustrate how DMX controls and…
NADIA is an integrated, network-based, digital audio processing and distribution platform that will power future installations of Constellation by Meyer Sound. When incorporated into new Constellation installations, in addition to the processing power and inputs reserved for active acoustics, NADIA provides separate inputs, processing, and matrixing, in order to enable Spacemap Go spatial sound, with no performance compromises for either function. Andy Davies, Meyer Sound Senior Product Manager, stated: “With NADIA, we have leveraged the latest advancements in DSP technology along with Milan-based AVB networking, and combined them with Meyer Sound’s four decades of experience in dedicated signal processing for…
Key Digital shared its latest innovations, including the debut of the KD-4KWHCEX wireless HDMI extender kit, as well as mainstay products from its comprehensive line of solutions for unified communications and collaboration, AV over IP, digital video processing, switcher, connectivity, and control, during the CEDIA Tech Summit Toronto event in September 2023. Jonathon Ferry, Key Digital VP of Product Education & Experience, stated: “We packed an impressive eight working demos on a single six-foot table.” Key Digital VP of Sales, DeWayne Rains, added that attendees: “Were given an intimate tour focusing on their core application needs across residential and commercial…
Pro Audio Systems (PAS) supplied zoned audio systems, projectors, and screens, for the Drivers’ Club at Winchester Auto Barn, paying close attention to the owner’s requests of a discreet design and visitor accessibility. Auto Barn Director, Niall Holden, appointed PAS to supply its requirements which included a zoned audio system and recessed projection screen. The systems were installed to cater for background music, broadcast audio and video, and speech presentation, reaffirming the owner’s desire for the systems to be easy to use by the wide variety of club members. PAS supplied an audio system by Audac, based around its MTX…
With an eye and ear on every detail, TeamSport recognises the importance of high-quality audio provision. Audio upgrades to TeamSport’s sites are carried out by Pro Audio Systems (PAS), who have been the company’s chosen supplier and installer since 2016. An example was the upgrading of audio in the reception areas of 12 TeamSport sites in 2023. The experience of regular site visits has given a PAS strong insight into what TeamSport is seeking to achieve, allowing its team to hone specifications accordingly. EV loudspeakers are now the exclusive choice for the sites, having been recommended by PAS for their…
ST Engineering Antycip created the portable 3D CAVE used for the mind-boggling new artwork, ATOM, unveiled in Rennes, Britanny. ATOM is part of a series of ten works created by digital artist and musician Yann Nguema for the exhibition PRISM. Specially designed for immersive stereoscopic spaces, ATOM sees Nguema taking advantage of the creative possibilities offered by the CAVE format to explore the abilities of 4D polytopes. Described as an ‘infinity CAVE’, the ST Engineering Antycip-built space is designed for quick set-up and dismantling for easy transportation. It can accommodate ten guests, each equipped with active 3D glasses. Arnaud Doucet,…
There are several ‘lookouts’ along the 1.25-mile Treetop Trail at Minnesota Zoo. Here, guests are able to observe the animals from up to 32 feet above, offering a breathtaking view. These lookouts are further used for small-scale musical performances that are powered by Renkus-Heinz UBX Series loudspeakers. Zoo staff contacted the Texas-based True North Consulting Company ubxto design the AV system for the walking path. Jiggs Lee, a senior consultant with TNCG, was responsible for recommending Renkus-Heinz’s solution to Jon Martin, True North’s Director of Design Services. True North Consulting Company’s senior consultant Jiggs Lee was appointed to design the…
Chaillot – Théâtre national de la Danse, is currently renovating its Salle Jean Vilar. The work is part of a dual drive to improve energy consumption and modernise stage design tools, including the replacement of existing lighting fixtures to ensure an early and carefully considered transition to LED technologies. The theatre’s lighting equipment consists of a large number of conventional Robert Juliat fixtures, including the popular series of 1kW 600SX halogen profiles. Since the beginning of 2023, some of these halogen profiles have been converted to LED using RJ Sully modules, chosen in a fixed warm white version (650SX WW)…
