Author: Todd Staszko

An Avolites original employee – Rebbecca Cadd – has returned to the company as one of its Titan trainers and training co-ordinator for the UK. Cadd initially worked for Avolites some years ago, and has since worked for other lighting console brands in the UK. Returning to Avolites, Cadd bringing a wealth of training and knowledge with a view to support Avo’s continued global growth. The company’s Managing Director Paul Wong said: “Rebbecca’s extensive relationships with UK users and companies, as well as her knowledge of Avolites, makes her ideal to ensure that Avolites can satisfy the increasing demand for…

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Q-SYS has re-invested on their recent growth in the APAC region with the opening of a new APAC Experience and Training Centre in Singapore.  The new Experience Centre is a commitment by the company to continue innovation, regional development, and to unlock new business opportunities. Strategically located just minutes from the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District, Raffles Place, and surrounded by Fortune 500 giants and financial powerhouses, the Experience Centre is set to become the epicentre of Q-SYS operations across APAC. The space will be a gateway to cutting-edge technology for the company’s partners and customers, offering a hands-on…

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Bluesound Professional has announced the addition of two new distribution partners in South America and Scandinavia. The company expands its reach and welcomes both ZRS Distribuidora, a technology and connectivity focussed distributor in Brazil, along with Exton, an Icelandic distributor that provides expert advice in audio, visual and lighting equipment. “We are thrilled to welcome ZRS Distibuidora and Exton to the Bluesound Professional team as industry leaders in their respective markets,” said Graeme Harrison, Vice-President and General Manager of Bluesound Professional. “Both of these strategic relationships will further help us to expand our innovative streaming audio solutions in new influential…

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The new Lío Mallorca nightclub in Palma has opened with a spectacular dinner show, featuring a troupe of singers, dancers, acrobats and international artists. Cabaret Espectacular is billed as a high octane cabaret for the 21st century. The fully immersive experience, combined with a Mediterranean-inspired menu, represents the pinnacle of theatrical dining – and is brought to life with stage lighting from GLP. Lío itself comprises a group of venues spread across the world, having expanded its territories to Ibiza, Mykonos, London and now Majorca. Located in a popular area that hosted the famous Tito’s nightclub for many years, Lío…

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Blaze Audio has announced its debut partnership in South Africa with AV distributor, Surgesound, a company which specialises in bespoke audio visual design, products and solutions – and offer everything from acoustic design, public address and audio networking, to system design, training and maintenance. “Having experienced the growth of other audio brands in South Africa before, I am convinced that there is a robust demand for quality audio products in this market and I am excited to have a reputable distributor such as Surgesound as our partner in South Africa,” said Anders Olsen, Regional Sales Manager for EU Export &…

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The Sennheiser Group is investing significantly in its own plants. In this way, the family-owned company is strengthening the independence of its production and ensuring its continued success in shaping the future of the audio world. At its headquarters in Wedemark near Hanover, investments are currently being made in state-of-the-art production technologies, particularly in printed circuit board assembly. Under the banner of ‘Moving into the Future’, a series of expansion and restructuring measures are taking place: The first step was to relocate an existing production line in order to free up space. Then, two new reflow ovens were lifted through…

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With a history spanning exactly 100 years, Celestion has long been at the forefront of loudspeaker technology, and its name has been synonymous with technological innovation and supreme sound quality with many of today’s most iconic guitar cabinet and PA system manufacturers featuring Celestion speakers at their core. Managing Director Nigel Wood has been at the helm since 2004 and during his tenure has overseen some changes in the direction of the company, but its essence remains the same as it was back in 1924. Read the full interview in the 34.4 edition of MONDO-DR here https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/md34-4_digital_issuu/42

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AV Stumpfl has announced its expansion into the Philippine market through a strategic partnership with SolidWater, a leading distributor in the region. The partnership with SolidWater, a subsidiary of the Symunity Group, will see the distribution of AV Stumpfl’s flagship media server platform, PIXERA, throughout the Philippines. In the future, Tokyo-based Symunity Group intends to work even closer with AV Stumpfl’s existing PIXERA distribution partner in south-east Asia. A powerful media server system, PIXERA offers unparalleled performance and versatility for the creation and delivery of stunning visual experiences for film, visual attractions, live events and more. Stephen Ho, SolidWater Inc.’s…

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TAF, a global manufacturer of aluminium truss, support structures and rigging accessories, has announced Brussels-based AV company XLR as its new distributor for Benelux and France. Established in 2013, XLR specialises in the distribution and installation of AV equipment for live events and custom projects, together with the provision of consultations and training sessions for a wide range of AV topics, products and techniques. Technical service and repairs are carried out in-house as well. Pieter Van De Vlede, Lighting Brand Manager at XLR (pictured), said: “We look forward to offering the complete range of TAF truss, support structures and accessories…

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In the heart of Delhi, where modernity meets tradition, stands the India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC), affectionately known as Yashobhoomi. This architectural masterpiece, which spans 1,000,000 sq m, has recently undergone a transformative upgrade, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Alphatec Audio Video Pvt. Ltd, Pyramid Technologies, along with Larsen and Toubro, AV consultant, PMC and Architect. Read the full article in the 33.4 edition of MONDO-DR here. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/md34-4_digital_issuu/102

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