Taking place from 18 to 20 October, brands and manufacturers from the live events and entertainment industry will come together at the Hamburg Messe exhibition centre in Germany for the first time for LEaT con (Live Entertainment and Technology Convention) 2022. With just four weeks to go, LEaT con – a brand new networking convention for the event and entertainment industry – will make its debut. Over 150 brands will take part in the premiere at the Hamburg Messe & Congress site and, as exhibitors, are looking forward to an intensive exchange with visitors in the four thematic squares. From…
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Adam Hall Group has appointed Nik Gledic to a newly created global management position of Global Sales Director. The new recruit will be tasked with spearheading the strategic orientation and implementation of the company’s worldwide sales division of the event technology company based in Neu-Anspach, Germany. Before joining Adam Hall Group, Gledic gained many years of experience at Shure Germany and Shure Europe, among others, in management positions in sales and marketing and, most recently, as Senior Director Retail for the Western European business of the US pro audio manufacturer. “The development of the Adam Hall Group as an international…
Blizzard Lighting unveiled its newest luminaire for on-the-go shows, the HYPE 150 moving head spot. Compact, feature-packed and powerful, this punchy 150-watt mover is lightweight for easy transport and set-up. It’s also loaded with features that are not typically found in movers of its size. The HYPE 150 features eight static and six rotating gobos, seven colors plus white, a three- facet rotating prism and motorized focus for better clarity at any distance. Designed for seamless control, it features RDM, powerCON-compatible in/out, 3/5-pin XLR plus a SoC-It™ self-charging USB port for easy control via the At Full lighting control app.…
Amate Audio presents the S26 Special 50Y Edition; a signature commemorative version of its very latest Nítd S26 state-of-the-art, 2×6″ self-powered, active loudspeaker system; with a one-time limited run of just 50 pairs. This ‘50th Anniversary edition’ model is distinguished by its varnished matt walnut finish and special grille that highlights the beautiful appearance of the dual custom carbon-fibre drivers. On the rear of the cabinet is a gold badge bearing the signature of the company’s President and Founder Juan Amate. Technically, the S26 50Y shares all of the amazing performance and features of the S26 including ‘next generation’ colour…
In 2018, sound engineer Jeremy Grodhaus was looking for the right audio consoles for historic music venue Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he works as the A1. Their previous front of house and monitor consoles were growing long in the tooth, and Grodhaus wanted a platform that would tick all the right boxes while future-proofing them for years to come. “We get a lot of guest engineers of various different experience levels,” noted Grodhaus. “The console had to be relatively easy to walk up to and start mixing in a hurry.” He also remarked that the venue hosts a…
This year, the HOF company celebrates its 25th anniversary. What began in 1997 with 5 employees has grown over the past 25 years into a team of over 50 people. The areas of special construction made of aluminium and steel as well as trusses for event technology still represent HOF’s core business. In parallel, HOF has established itself over the past two and a half decades as a reliable partner for industry clients from the food, automotive and agricultural sectors when it comes to special constructions and contract welding work. From day one, the motto of company founder Hans-Wilhelm Flegel…
Electrosonic has announced a new strategic partnership with Berlin-based pro audio company HOLOPLOT to create revolutionary immersive audio environments in experiential spaces around the globe. Together, HOLOPLOT’s unique audio technology and Electrosonic’s rich history of using technology to create world-class experiences combine to create a unique design, build and support offering that further enhances Electrosonic’s ability to create immersive environments. HOLOPLOT’s X1 product line has brought an entirely new category of sound system to the table, granting users a previously impossible level of control over sound. HOLOPLOT technology provides a broad range of practical and creative capabilities – whether solving…
Over the course of 10 years, renowned sculptor Barry X Ball designed, built and outfitted one of the most unique and technologically advanced art production facilities in New York City. Stationed in an expansive ground-level Brooklyn studio, Ball and his staff use modern tools and techniques including digital modeling, 3D scanning and 3D printing to create stunningly detailed sculptures that each require up to 10,000 hours of handwork to complete. After recognizing that many passersby try to sneak a peek in the windows to see what was inside the building, Ball chose to connect with the local community more directly…
Steve Ramos joined Rosco in 2005 as their UK Sales Representative. Since then, his roles and responsibilities have expanded steadily, including positions in the company’s marketing department and its Rosco Architectural division. “Steve’s commitment to Rosco and our customers is second to none,” said Cristian Arroyo, Rosco Vice President of Global Film, Television, and Broadcast Market. “His leadership has not only taken Rosco to record revenue figures in EMEA, but he was especially effective as we navigated the uncharted waters of the pandemic. Steve’s vast experience, his long-lasting relationships with our EMEA customers, and his deep knowledge of Rosco products…
First Impression has opened its first foreign office in France. Next to the offices in Amsterdam and Tilburg, this is the third location for the expert in audiovisual experiences. The new office is located in Issy-Les-Moulineaux, a commune on the outskirts of Paris known as the capital of media and digital technology. This step has been taken to be able to serve the increasing number of customers in the French region. First Impression already has fitness chain Basic-Fit, cosmetics company Rituals and hearing care professional Sonova in its customer portfolio in France. As a strategic partner, First Impression provides all…
