GUZ BOX design + audio, headed by founder Tim Kuschel, were tasked with overseeing the acoustic and electroacoustic design works for a major upgrade to St. John’s Anglican church in Launceston, Tasmania. Kuschel selected Martin Audio’s multi-award-winning O-Line modular micro-array set-up to provide enhanced coverage. This was back in 2020, but hampered by COVID restrictions and a lack of data, it wasn’t until March 2021, in the post-COVID era, that the Canberra-based consultant fully realised the overwhelming number of architectural constraints he would be facing in this heritage-listed building—not least the demanding acoustics, with multiple reflections created by a 22m-high…
Author: James Robertson
Theatrixx Technologies has joined Brompton Technology’s Panel Manufacturer Partner Programme as a Blue Partner. This milestone marks a new chapter in a growing relationship between the two companies, rooted in a shared commitment to innovation, reliability, and excellence in professional audiovisual solutions. Theatrixx Technologies designs and manufactures high-performance AV solutions tailored for live events, broadcast, XR, systems integration, touring, and the preforming arts. Proudly Canadian, the company is widely respected for building robust, purpose-designed products that consistently perform in real-world conditions – delivering reliability where it matters most. Among its key innovations is the Nomad LED range, featuring the proprietary…
The Crosville Social Club in the North Wales city of Bangor is a multi-use venue whose origins lie in traditional working-class social club culture. Formerly the after-work haunt of the city’s bus-drivers, the Club has evolved into a community hub, providing facilities for a broad range of events. Its membership and clientele crosses the generations, and the club’s continued existence owes much to its forward-thinking outlook. Whether promoting its regular traditional staples of cabaret, comedy and bingo, or hosting DJ sessions, live bands and wide-ranging private events, the Club remains committed to sustaining a cultural hub for the whole community.…
Adlib has completed the supply and installation of the stage engineering systems for the Citizens Theatre in Glasgow, which is due to reopen in August 2025, with a full season programme launching in September 2025. Working in partnership with architectural practice Bennetts Associates, specialist technical design consultancy Theatreplan, and KIER Construction, the Adlib team is proud to have played its part in the new building which is set to be a vibrant hub at the heart of the Gorbals community. This ambitious project is the first comprehensive redevelopment of the iconic building since it began life as a working theatre…
The 235-cap Junction live music venue in Plymouth recently upgraded its ageing sound reinforcement infrastructure, opting for a Martin Audio premium PA. The installation was carried out by locally-based Martin Audio rental and installation partner Nub Sound, and overseen by their Director of Operations, Josh Small. He recommended the manufacturer’s powerful triaxial THS 15in point source loudspeaker, combined with SXC118 cardioid subs to provide both the requisite headroom and vocal clarity—far exceeding the capability of the ancient system that it was replacing. The long-running venue has been operated by the independent Bedford Breweries for the past decade-plus, but has been…
The Royal Albert Hall has installed a new Riedel Communications Bolero wireless intercom system as part of its continued expansion and upgrade of in-house audio equipment and services. Bolero is a scalable, flexible, and industry-standard communication solution for Royal Albert Hall clients, the visiting productions that use the intercom system for behind-the-scenes communications during live shows. “After renting communications systems from a different manufacturer, we chose Bolero for our permanent in-house wireless intercom,” said Ben Evans, Audio Operations Manager at the Royal Albert Hall. “It’s a user-friendly system that gives our clients clear, reliable audio, and it integrates seamlessly with…
dBTechnologies’ brand-new website is live. The completely redesigned platform not only features a fresh visual identity and modern user experience but also brings together targeted content, services, and tools for a wide range of users – from end customers and sales partners to technical professionals. In addition to a clean structure and fully mobile-optimised layout, the new website introduces a variety of smart features designed specifically to support different types of users. Whether you’re looking to explore products, download documents, manage your partner account, or access technical resources, the platform provides tailored functionalities for everyone interacting with the brand—be it…
Belgian amplifier manufacturer APEX has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Audio Wizard, a leading professional audio solutions provider based in Hyderabad, India. Audio Wizard will distribute APEX’s full amplifier lineup across India, including the CloudPower series of four-channel and sixteen-channel installation amplifiers. “We are proud to welcome Audio Wizard to the APEX distribution network,” commented Val Gilbert, Sales Manager at APEX. “India stands out as an exciting market with great potential for our installation amplifier range. With Audio Wizard’s proven technical expertise, strong customer relationships, and an impressive portfolio of respected brands, we’re confident they are the ideal partner…
Shimokitazawa ReG is a music venue in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, close to Shinjuku and Shibuya districts. At 230-capacity standing, Shimokitazawa ReG is an intimate venue, which only enhances the excitement of seeing some of Japan’s brightest independent bands there. The PA has been designed to be felt as well as heard, in a full mind-body experience. To deliver that feeling, the mixing console had to be a DiGiCo Quantum 338 supplied by Hibino, DiGiCo distributor for Japan. The venue’s size ensures that every audience member has a perfect view of the stage, but it also means that every piece of equipment…
Adlib has been awarded the service and support contract for the Barbican’s theatrical lighting system infrastructure. The Barbican Theatre and The Pit studio theatre are major venues in the Barbican Centre, the largest performing arts centre in Europe. The Barbican Theatre was purpose-built to host large-scale theatrical performances and has a 1,156-seat auditorium with excellent sightlines and acoustics for drama and dance, while The Pit is a smaller scale, fully-flexible, black-box studio space dedicated to experimental live performance. The Barbican Theatre has one of the largest stages in London, equipped with a fly tower and advanced rigging for complex staging…
