Allen & Heath Avantis and SQ mixing systems have been installed as part of a major update of Music Centre De Bijloke in Gent, Belgium. The venue reopened in September, resuming its role as a focal point for classical music in the region following a one-year refurbishment. Although Music Centre De Bijloke has been hosting performances since 1988, the building dates all the way back to 1228, when it served as a hospital. A crack team of experts has greatly enhanced the experience for performers and audiences in the main performance hall, going so far as to lower the floor…
Author: James Robertson
Zero 88 has unveiled the latest ZerOS software platform – ZerOS 7.9.8 – which powers FLX and FLX S lighting control consoles, along with the recently announced ZerOS Server. The headline feature, ZerOS Library, is a library which doubles the amount of fixture personalities available to Zero 88 users, and includes extensive gobo libraries, additional fixture macros and much more detail about each fixture’s parameters. “ZerOS Library is a brain-transfer for ZerOS – not only providing great new features today, but setting up for the next decade of releases planned for Zero 88 customers, users and fans,” said Zero 88…
Avolites have released a new software application for media previewing and encoding called PRISM PLAYER. This release is the first application under the PRISM product range and can work as an auxiliary tool to the Avolites Ai video software platform. From powering the London 2012 closing ceremonies to Glastonbury stages, Avolites’ Ai video products have been going from strength to strength – attracting a host of users across the globe working on high end complex projects and installs. Earlier this year Avolites launched their Q Series Media Servers, a range of 4 media servers designed to power every performance. Now…
Just Add Power’s system has been installed at the University of Oklahoma’s (OU) Sooner Shop, located in Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Tasked by store operator Fanatics Retail with enhancing the in-store experience for students and fans, integrator AV Technology Systems relied on Just Add Power’s 3G Ultra HD Over IP platform and used MediaSwitcher Lite software for simple, independent source control to cost-effectively and reliably distribute digital signage content and live game feeds to seven commercial displays. “We’ve utilized Just Add Power solutions in a number of stores operated by Fanatics Retail — both large and small — so…
DPA Microphones’ 6000 Series of subminiature lavaliers now provide even more versatility with the addition of two new accessories―an eight-way double clip and a paintable cap. Utilizing the innovative ‘CORE by DPA’ technology in a compact three-millimeter (0.12 inches) capsule, sound professionals around the world have taken notice of the big sound that comes from the compact size of the 6000 Series mics. Designed to provide an extra level of stability and flexibility, the eight-way clip offers a 360-degree clipping solution with eight positions in 45-degree increments. This not only makes it possible to quickly and securely clip the mic…
Step by step, the final pieces of Manna Fellowship church’s new building fell into place this summer. On June 24, the church’s red white and blue sign was installed. A day later, the stage was framed. In July the cement walkways were complete and the reception area floors polished to a brilliant sheen. Finally, on Sunday August 16, almost three years after the initial planning stages began, the sleek new white and gray building located in a wide expanse of green about 36 miles south east of Kansas City was ready to welcome worshippers. Only a fraction of the church’s…
In Sioux City, Iowa, BNY Productions has been working in their production studio remotely broadcasting an average of 100 live and virtual “hybrid” events per week for the past six months. As high-profile candidates travel throughout the United States for political rallies and speeches, BNY Productions has relied on Meyer Sound Bluehorn System full bandwidth studio monitors for accuracy and precision every step along the way. BNY, a Meyer Sound dealer and collaborator, is a full-service production company, delivering events that vary from phone and television interviews, video conferencing, and remote recordings. The circumstances called for an audio system that…
SUNSTUDIOS in Sydney, Australia, is a diverse creative hub for the photographic and motion picture / imaging industries and creatives. Owned by Canon Australia, the Sydney facility offers 5 studio spaces plus camera and lighting rentals, CPS service, a gallery space as well as fine art printing and other specialist services. With the video elements of the business expanding, explained sales manager Zoltan Blazer, they sought more flexible and practical options for lighting, and were hearing good reports about Astera’s wireless battery-operated LED product range from several sources. So, he and motion specialist Neale Head thought they should take a…
Next week from 12-16 October 2020, PLASA is hosting PLASA Online, a five-day programme of curated business, technical and product sessions. Each session is designed to provide education, guidance and inspiration during this challenging time. Several brands will present their latest products, including lighting brands Chauvet, Elation, ETC and Martin. Sennheiser will showcase their new range, and Adam Hall and Highlite will take a look at a variety of their products for both lighting and audio. DiGiCo will detail how they use Audinate’s Dante with their mixing platforms, Vectorworks will host a training session on event production and design, and…
Robert Wirtz hails from a 30-year career as a recording engineer, a role he still plays at Fort Worth’s Legendary Sound Studio and as proprietor of Ardub Music. Whenever he can, he puts his passion for perfect sound into the service of houses of worship. In nearby Lewisville, the Shepherd’s House Church was struggling with the patchwork P.A. system when, in July, thanks to a last-minute, anonymous donor, the church was able to commission Rob to design the optimal system for their sanctuary. After extensive computer analysis of the room, Robert recommended a QSC KLA Series line array consisting of…
