In 2021, during the global COVID-19 pandemic, which forced the closure of many churches, Jason Farah of Outline US was approached by World Changers Church International (WCCI) who expressed a need to upgrade their existing sound system. Although it was a flagship product from a major brand the sound team felt that the audio throughout the large sanctuary could be improved – their initial inclination was to remain with that brand but they were also aware of Outline and asked Farah to undertake some room modeling with 3D modeling software from both companies. Farah commented: “I have served as WCCI’s…
Author: James Robertson
Koy Neminathan, who joined Elation as Director of Business Development in May of 2023, has now transitioned to a business development position with Obsidian Control Systems. “As the company continues to invest in Obsidian, I find myself naturally gravitating towards control and I see huge potential for ONYX and NETRON,” Neminathan commented. “I want to use my experience and knowledge to expand the global presence for the brand, ensuring that Obsidian is represented by the best distributors around the world and becomes synonymous within all segments of our market.” Before joining Elation, he served as Sales Director at lighting console…
Adam Hall Group is preparing for a huge presence at the NAMM Show 2024 in Anaheim, California. From 25-28 January, Adam Hall Group will present numerous new products and product highlights from its LD Systems, Gravity, Palmer, and Adam Hall Cables brands. Prime focus will be on the new LD Systems MAUI G3 MIX column PA systems, which feature an integrated digital mixer, the Gravity Glow Stands for guitar and bass, which feature worlds-first integrated LED lighting, and Palmer’s Supreme Soaker analogue dynamic tube amp hub for guitarists. Adam Hall Group will also be presenting its in-house Adam Hall Cables…
Expanding ADJ’s catalog of professional LED video panel products, the new WMS2 is the company’s highest resolution offering to date. With a front serviceable design, this vibrant video display solution can be mounted directly to a wall with a seamless edge-to-edge finish either horizontally or vertically. It is therefore ideal for a wide variety of integration applications, including shop window displays, museums and attractions, boardrooms, meeting and event spaces, digital signage, houses of worship and entertainment venues. With a pixel pitch of just 2.6mm, resulting in a pixel density of 147,456/m2, the WMS2 offers excellent definition even from a close…
Opened in September 2022, and located in the village of Mijnsheerenland to the south of Rotterdam, Brasserie de Greup is a beautifully designed hospitality venue offering high-quality food, drink, and entertainment. Whether it’s just for a visit to the bar, a delicious meal for two, or a party for hundreds, Brasserie de Greup, with its restaurant, recently renovated cafe and sun-drenched outdoor terrace, is a magnet for the discerning customer. Instrumental in the creation of its relaxed and welcoming atmosphere is an Optimal Audio system, installed by AVgek of Rotterdam. Installers AVgek specialise in commercial and domestic audio-visual projects, and…
L&E Beyond, a division of the Bangkok-based Lighting and Equipment (L&E), has unveiled the largest LED Volume in Southeast Asia (ASEAN). Elevating the region’s virtual production experience to world-class standards, and by using familiar, high-calibre equipment, it aims to attract both local audiences and international clients. Contributing to its appeal are Brompton’s Tessera LED video processing solutions, which offer unprecedented colour management capabilities and an ultra-realistic visual experience, thus supporting the production of creative content such as music videos, live shows, events, award ceremonies, films and product launches, amongst other projects. Measuring an impressive 18m wide by 7m high, with…
With over 40 Popworld late-night bar/discos in their estate, major leisure operators, Stonegate Group, recently refreshed the brand by unveiling their next generation interior. Popworld Bournemouth, like most of the others, has benefitted from a creative and immersive audio-visual integration courtesy of Martin Audio partners, Middlesex Sound & Light (MSL). Occupying the site of a former Walkabout Inn, which had also been equipped with Martin Audio premium sound, MSL were able to service, recondition and redeploy some of the pre-existing kit across the five-zone interior. Where auxiliary sound has been required, they have met the challenge by specifying Martin Audio’s…
Riedel Communications has expanded its leadership in APAC to better align with market needs and position itself for continued success in 2024 and years to come. With significant growth in sales and team size, the company will divide the APAC region into two separate teams — Asia and Oceania — to reflect its commitment to a full-service presence in Australia and enhance customer relationships through more focused and direct sales and support services. Chris Johnson has been promoted to the role of director Oceania, overseeing Australia, New Zealand, and surrounding countries. With almost two decades of experience in broadcast and…
Genelec has appointed Representaciones de Audio as its distributor in Mexico. Representaciones de Audio will work alongside existing distributor Video Audio Representaciones e Ingeniería (VARI), who will continue to supply Genelec solutions to Mexico’s professional audio community. Founded in 1987, Representaciones de Audio has an enviable reputation for providing expert advice, advanced training, and high levels of technical support. The size and scope of the company makes it ideally placed to reach dealers and integrators throughout Mexico’s vast network of regions and states, and with its strong connections throughout the MI, AV and Home Audio markets, Representaciones de Audio will…
The historic Théâtre National Wallonie-Bruxelles has upgraded its digital communications to a GREEN-GO system as part of a wider investment in its AV and IP infrastructure. GREEN-GO distributor Luc Buytaert, Manager of the Technical Department at Audio Visual Lighting bv was approached by the theatre and Riva Audio AudioVisual Solutions to design and specify a new IP-based digital system, to replace and older setup that was no longer supported or fit for purpose. It was part of the second phase of the theatre’s complete AV upgrade. “The brief was to provide the users and technicians a more flexible and integrated…
