Exertis has announced its acquisition of JB&A Inc. JB&A Inc is a distributor of broadcast, post-production and pro AV technologies, to system integrators and B2B resellers in North America. Located in San Rafael, California, the company saw revenues of $80 million in the last financial year. JB&A holds a leading position with specialist vendors in the fast-growing broadcast and post-production segments, including CATDV, Gefen, Haverford, Quantum, Newtek and SNS. It also has the exclusive distribution rights for Unilumin in the United States, a leading direct view LED vendor. The acquisition of JB&A continues Exertis’ strategy of building a strong and…
Author: James Robertson
The new Pinka Expressive Arts Space in the northern Orlando suburb of Apopka has something for just about everyone. During the day, the nearly 5,000-square-foot creative space offers art, music, and theatrical instruction for students of all ages, while in the evening, the 183-capacity room transforms itself into an intimate live performance venue with a well-equipped stage and wine/beer selection. To ensure that Pinka would be an attractive draw for local, regional, and even national musicians, Owner Brittany Harvey invested in a professional-grade sound system driven by a new S21 digital mixing desk from DiGiCo. To assist with the console…
A moving memorial to firefighters at Firemen’s Memorial Park in Naperville, Illinois, is receiving praise from both the artist community and general public alike as a uniquely elegant work of art. Created by local artist Paul Kuhn in partnership with Dark Moon Designs and Intelligent Lighting Creations, the memorial depicts a firefighter climbing a “Ladder of Light” and was unveiled on the 50th anniversary of a crash that killed three Naperville firefighters. It also memorializes another firefighter from the same department who died of a heart attack in the line of duty. The statue stands as a fitting tribute to…
The Floridian, an 8,600-square-foot building began life in the 1920s as a bank, then was transformed into a cinema, and later a concert hall known as the State Theater before being shuttered in 2018. Designed in the neo-classical architecture style—arched doorways, Greek columns, ornate carvings—the venue has stood the test of time. Now, purchased by St. Pete native and entrepreneur Kevin Chadwick, who oversaw an estimated $1 million-plus renovation that he described as ‘a passion project,’ it’s become the Floridian Social Club, a lounge, concert venue, and event space in the heart of the city’s downtown Central Avenue entertainment district.…
CODA Audio has announced the immediate availability of the latest public beta version of its proprietary prediction software – System Optimiser. This is a major update from the current version, providing integration with other software; Trimble SketchUp & Flux: IRCAM Spat Revolution Immersive Engine. Several other notable additions include: • XYZ support for free-planes. • Redesigned floorplan editor. • Multiple new features in microphones. • Added screenshot export feature. • Many more bugfixes and improvements (reference the published changelog for details). System Optimiser Enables the user to accurately simulate several CODA Audio Loudspeakers in any 3D Scene with unmatched precision…
Adamson Systems Engineering is reinforcing its presence in Russia thanks to a partnership with ARIS. The Moscow-based distributor has served the Russian pro audio market since 1990, offering support to an array of rental partners and boasting a renowned in-house installation division that has provided solutions for the Bolshoi Theatre, Patriot Park, Moscow State University, the Zaryadye concert hall, and many other high-profile venues. The agreement, sparked by conversations at ISE 2020, makes Adamson a crown jewel in ARIS’s professional sound offering. “We have fifteen brands in our portfolio, but we realized we need Adamson because their technology and performance…
American Music and Sound, a division of Jam industries USA, and EAW, a company of the RCF Group, jointly announce the transition of US distribution of dBTechnologies products from American Music and Sound to EAW. EAW will commence exclusive US distribution of the dBTechnologies product January 4, 2021. americanmusicandsound.com dbtechnologies.com eaw.com
HARMAN Professional Solutions has announced that Martin P3 System Controller Software Version 5.2.0 is now available as a free update for the entire family of Martin P3 System Controllers. Martin P3 System Controller Software Version 5.2.0 comes with a range of new features and improvements that benefit newer products such as the MAC Aura PXL and VDO Atomic Dot, as well as long-time Martin favorites like VDO Sceptron, VDO Fatron and Exterior PixLine: • P3 Switch: Instantly toggle individual fixtures between video control and DMX control. • PixelMap Input: Receive PixelMap input from a lighting desk for up to 128…
Founded in 1980, The House in Modesto, CA, hosts dynamic services that bring the community together with live music acts, special events and a diverse pastoral team. The church’s recent PA upgrade to an Adamson system is changing the way that congregants in the 1,800-capacity auditorium can experience worship, with clear and rich sound delivering praise-worthy performance. And while the pandemic limited live services temporarily, The House has kept the community close with online worship and outreach and is ready to welcome it’s full church family back home. Jason Rightnour, Audio Director at The House, chose to install Adamson speakers…
João D’Oliva Monteiro Cine-Theatre in Alcobaça is considered one of the most beautiful in Portugal. The work of Swiss architect Ernesto Korrodi, the building is also of historic importance in Portuguese architecture, combining elements of Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Modernism and Functionalism. Its eclectic programme covers all forms of international and local music, dance and theatre productions. Commercial and independent cinema also makes up an important part of the venue’s programming, ensuring the Cine-Theatre has become the main focus of the social and cultural life of Alcobaça and its surroundings. Following a period of enforced closure due to the Covid-19…
