Launched just months ago on the international stage and directly descended from Claypaky’s iconic flagship, the Ultimo Sharpy is quickly establishing itself as the new global standard in beam-moving lights. Featuring state-of-the-art optical, electronic, and mechanical innovations, it is capturing widespread acclaim across all major markets worldwide. Ultimo Sharpy delivers powerful, high-quality light with remarkable efficiency: a smart, reliable, and sustainable choice for every production. And now, Ultimo Sharpy offers even more – Claypaky introduces the new LOW-NOISE mode, a feature developed in direct response to requests from lighting professionals worldwide. The new operating mode delivers exceptional performance with reduced…
Author: Todd Staszko
Situated in the town of Kokkola, Centria University of Applied Sciences offers higher education across five core fields: engineering, business, social and health care, humanities and culture. With degrees taught in both Finnish and English, the university has a diverse mix of international students and offers remote and flexible learning options. Led by Centria’s AV and education specialist, Janne Torvikoski, the university has adopted a new technology standard based around Lightware’s Taurus UCX-4×3-HC40-BD solution to unify classroom devices and provide a smoother experience for teachers and students alike. “Through interviews with our teaching staff, it became clear that the lack of…
Bassboss has announced the launch of the Sublim8, a bold new loudspeaker that delivers the company’s signature power and precision in a sleek, column-style form factor. Designed for mobile DJs, live performers, houses of worship, and event venues seeking an elegant yet uncompromising audio solution, the Sublim8 combines quick setup, refined aesthetics, and deep, room-filling sound. At its core, the Sublim8 reimagines the expectations of column-style loudspeakers. “A column should stand for strength and stability, not compromise,” said David Lee, Designer and Founder at BASSBOSS. “We call it the Column Crusher because it redefines what a column-style loudspeaker can do,…
The Adam Hall Group is continuing to drive its international availability for partners, customers and interested users with the opening of a new UK Show Space in Derby, England. At a size of over 100 sq m, customers from the UK will have the opportunity to experience the extensive product solutions of the Adam Hall Group brands in detail on site and test them hands-on. The Adam Hall Group’s new UK Show Space is located in Unit 5 of the North Edge Business Park in Derby, a strategically chosen location is centrally located in England, making it easily accessible for…
The Academy of Music, the oldest operating opera house in the United States, has served as Philadelphia’s grand stage for 168 years. Now operated by Ensemble Arts Philly, the historic venue has been outfitted with a discreet, high-performance Meyer Sound system designed to deliver clear, consistent audio throughout the hall while preserving its architectural integrity. The system, which replaced the Academy’s decades-old system, was installed by DBS Audio Systems. Designed in the Renaissance Revival style with Baroque influences, the horseshoe-shaped auditorium has three balconies and allows a seating capacity of approximately 2,800. Since opening in 1857, it has hosted everything…
Elation dealer Morgan Sound, Inc. of Lynnwood, Washington, recently completed a full-scale lighting, audio, and video upgrade for the Evangelical Chinese Church of Seattle, integrating a state-of-the-art Elation lighting rig and Obsidian NX4 lighting control system. The project, completed in October, marks a major step forward for the 200-seat church as it transitions from a traditional worship style to a more contemporary, dynamic environment designed to engage a younger generation. Led by Fraser Brearley, Sales and Systems Associate at Morgan Sound, with Art Howard as Project Manager and Jamey Atkins and Steve Gregory as lead installers, the Morgan Sound team…
The Chandler Theatre, originally constructed for the 1982 Commonwealth Games, has long served as one of Brisbane’s most versatile performance spaces. With its original loudspeaker system reaching the end of life, the 1,500-seat venue required a modern upgrade capable of handling a wide range of programming, from school productions and orchestral concerts to national touring acts. After a competitive design process, a new sound system based on JBL Professional’s VTX A6 subcompact line array was installed by High Noon Stage Productions, with system consultation by XConnect Professional Services and support from Australian distributor MadisonAV. The result is a powerful yet…
This year’s LDI trade show in Las Vegas will see ADJ Lighting celebrate four decades of innovation in entertainment lighting. Marking its 40th anniversary, ADJ will showcase a range of performance ready lighting solutions. The booth will exclusively unveil a collection of exciting new products and invite visitors to experience a spectacular, time-coded lightshow that pays tribute to each decade of the company’s rich history. Anchoring ADJ’s presence at LDI 2025 will be an unmissable lightshow programmed by Steve Kosiba of Squeek Lights. It will be time-coded to a soundtrack that will pay homage to the decades of ADJ’s evolution…
On November 19–20, 2025, Sonic College in Kolding, Denmark, will once again transform into a vibrant center of global sound innovation as it hosts Sonic Days 2025. This annual gathering welcomes sound professionals, artists, technologists, and researchers from around the world for two days of inspiration, discovery, and collaboration. Now entering its fourth edition, Sonic Days has grown into one of Northern Europe’s most significant events for the audio community — a dynamic crossroads where creativity meets technology and fresh ideas spark new partnerships. The program spans nine thematic tracks, delving into everything from film and TV sound and game…
As 2025’s UK City of Culture, Bradford is playing host to an extensive programme of events in the arts and entertainment field, and has invested in a number of innovative creative spaces to provide opportunities for people to engage with cultural events. One of the most versatile is The Beacon, a custom-made mobile venue, which is being constructed, dismantled and moved between four different parks across the 141 square-mile district. A packed schedule of events at each site includes weekday shows and weekend festivals, featuring music, comedy, clubs, classes, family activities and more. Experienced Bradford-based specialist Pro Audio Systems (PAS)…
