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20 December 2024

USA - Robe Lighting enjoyed the pre-holiday buzz in the air at LDI 2024 in Las Vegas, ‘wowing’ crowds with a new live performance stage production, The Fifth Dimension, which helped win the Most Creative Use of Light Award at the show.

Over three action-packed days, Robe launched two new products – the LedPointe and the T.5 Profile – and showcased several other new lighting fixtures for the first time at a US trade show, including iBolt which has just been approved and is available for US and Canadian markets.

Additionally, the company, its friends, colleagues, and team members celebrated the life and legacy of industry icon Craig Burross in a special tribute hour after the first day.

In addition to LEDPointe and the T.5 profile, four other new Robe products – the iForte Fresnel, the Painte Fresnel, the Svopatt, an

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20 December 2024

USA - From a showstopping light show that attracted eager crowds to Elation’s next frontier booth experience, to product debuts capped by a Best Debuting Product Award for Paragon, the company’s new class of LED profile luminaires, LDI 2024 was a major success for Elation.

Elation welcomed lighting professionals to Experience Tomorrow at LDI in Las Vegas through an immersive journey that spanned from the show entrance to the retro-futuristic Elation booth and the dynamic Battle of the Busk stage, all enhanced by an interactive digital campaign.

“LDI 2024 was a defining moment for Elation,” stated Eric Loader, global vice-president of sales at Elation. “We showcased our commitment to innovation and the future of lighting like never before, and the response was phenomenal. From the stunning debut of the Paragon Seri

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19 December 2024

USA - Chauvet Professional built its LDI exhibit around the theme of Revealing Our True Colours. And true to form, evidence of the company's colour rendering prowess was everywhere in its immersive booth, which featured a design by Gigi Pedron. A pair of notable examples of this capability could be seen in new additions to the successful Maverick Storm and Strike series of fixtures.

The Maverick Storm 1 Flex and Strike V both build on the highly regarded reputations of their namesake series in terms of output and performance. Both fixtures also incorporate impressive new features that made them much talked about on the LDI show floor.

With the Maverick Storm 1 Flex, designers can enjoy the flexibility of a multi-functional unit alongside the reliability of advanced LED technology. Sharp beams and dynamic effects, CMY+CTO colour mixing, a tig

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17 December 2024

USA - GLP chose to reduce the footprint of its booth at this year’s LDI expo in Las Vegas, freeing up budget that was reinvested into their lavish 30th anniversary party at the luxury Venetian Resort, attended by over 2,000 guests.

The Venetian’s Atomic Saloon Show provided a perfect showcase to launch the new aptly named Mad Maxx, an IP65 LED fat-beam fixture which is designed mainly, but not only, as a SkyBeam fixture.

Aside from the razzmatazz, back at the Convention Center GLP’s rationale in significantly reducing its booth size was based on close scrutiny of its environmental footprint.

Construction of all stand furniture, plinths and podests was with 100% reusability in mind. Explains director of marketing, Uli Steinle: “All are specially built road cases that will feature on every road show and exhibition in the US, go

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17 December 2024

Spain - Spatial audio brand TiMax will showcase the recently launched TiMax panLab on stand 7A300 at ISE 2025 (Integrated Systems Europe - Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via – 4-7 Feb 2025). For the first time since its launch, the macOS application will be available for hands-on demonstration to a Europe-wide audience. TiMax panLab is the first major product release since both TiMax and panLab joined the Focusrite stable, marking the first step in an exciting roadmap of product extensions and updates.

Free to download from the TiMax website, panLab packs a loaded feature set to enable the simple and intuitive creation of spatialised audio designs in both entry-level and large-scale systems. Adding 3D rendering capabilities to QLab, alongside a wide range of mixing consoles and system processors and now for the first time, TiMax SoundHub, TiMax panLab democratise

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17 December 2024

USA - Robert Juliat is delighted to report a highly successful appearance at LDI, Las Vegas 2024. Partnering with ACT Entertainment, its exclusive distributor for North America and Canada, Robert Juliat showcased its range of LED lighting solutions.

Robert Juliat’s latest LED followspots took centre stage, offering versatile solutions for venues of all sizes. Demonstrated on-site were the Sully 10.5-22.5° (115W LED) for smaller spaces, the Tristan 7-14.5° (825W LED) for mid-sized venues, and the Arthur LT 4-10° (800W LED) for large-scale applications, each delivering exceptional performance and versatility.

The Tristan followspot proved particularly popular. With its compact body and powerful 825W LED engine, Tristan rivals the performance of traditional 1800W MSR followspots, making it an attractive solution. A highlight of this innovative mode

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13 December 2024

Spain - Alfalite announced the launch of its new Matix AlfaCOB & AlfaMIP technology for high-resolution and high-brightness applications during its 2024 partner meeting. The event, held at the company’s factory in Huelva, Spain, welcomed nearly 90 partners from around the world.

“It is an honour to introduce Matix to the market,” said Jesús Cabrera, CEO of Alfalite. “This is a remarkable achievement by our engineering team, who have used cutting-edge components to endow these LED panels with unique electronic and mechanical features. This innovation sets a new standard in image quality, marking a milestone in the LED display technology sector.”

The Matix AlfaCOB & AlfaMIP process involves encapsulating the LED module entirely with multiple layers of advanced protective and optical materials, covering the PCB surface with flip-chip-

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13 December 2024

USA - Elation capped off a successful 2024 LDI Show by winning the Product Innovation Award for Paragon, the company’s new flagship series of intelligent lights for entertainment.

Toby Velazquez, ADJ Group global CEO, comments: “We would like to take this moment to commend the incredible efforts of our engineering and R&D teams, along with everyone involved in the development of what we believe is the finest moving head series Elation has ever produced. The creation of Paragon stands as a testament to their dedication, technical brilliance, and unwavering commitment to excellence.”

At the centre of Elation’s Experience Tomorrow booth, Paragon captivated attendees throughout the show and featured in the company’s crowd-pleasing hourly light show.

“From the very beginning, this project was guided by a singular focus: to

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11 December 2024

UK - Audioscenic has announced Amphi Hi-D (High-dimensional Sound) spatial audio technology.

This position-adaptive technology, powered by ML-driven listener-position sensing, delivers consistent 3D audio regardless of listener movement. The multichannel advantage of Hi-D provides superior control over 3D sound reproduction through advanced cross-talk cancellation across multiple speakers.

Amphi Hi-D versatility allows for scalable applications, ranging from three-speaker ultrathin notebooks to six-channel gaming displays. The technology offers an enhanced user experience with more uniform frequency response, wider cancellation spectrum, increased loudness, and reduced reflections.

Amphi Hi-D enables product makers to design devices that deliver premium spatial audio without compromising user mobility or requiring complex room setups. Its ada

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10 December 2024

UK - Avolites has announced the release of Prism Early Access, the latest edition of its popular media software. Prism Early Access (E.A.) edition can be downloaded for free via the Avolites website and becomes operational when used in conjunction with an AVOKey. The full Prism ONE paid licence release is currently scheduled for Spring 2025, when the Early Access edition of Prism will be superseded.

Prism is a specialised software application developed by Avolites, principally for lighting designers, tailored for media playback and designed specifically for the live events and entertainment industry. Prism (E.A.) edition introduces multiple banks and layers that can be controlled via Prism's UI and/or via Avolites lighting control application Titan which utilises the Synergy layer control.

Prism is composed of two parts – the server and the UI. The

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10 December 2024

USA - Bose Professional has announced the global availability of two new AMU multi-use loudspeaker models, the AMU108-120 and AMU208-120, as well as two new mounting accessory options. These new additions expand the flexibility of the AMU series, providing new wider coverage options while maintaining the high-output sound, exceptional vocal clarity, and rich musical depth that make it ideal for a diverse range of applications.

“We engineered the AMU Series to be scalable and meet the diverse needs of large distributed and small-to-mid-sized audio systems,” said Shawn Watts, director of product management, Bose Professional. “With multiple driver configurations, flexible mounting options, and colours, the AMU line provides virtually limitless installation and coverage possibilities for both indoor and outdoor use.

“These loudspeakers combine p

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09 December 2024

USA - As part of Elation’s Experience Tomorrow campaign at LDI 2024, Elation is introducing a new immersive digital campaign experience at www.elation.global. The interactive experience showcases the company’s product series and technologies, including the new Paragon and Rebel series, through interactive storytelling and dynamic product demonstrations.

Framed as a gateway to new creative realms, the digital experience offers an immersive exploration of the future of lighting design featuring Elation product series, including Obsidian Control Systems and Magmatic atmospheric effects.

Complementing Elation’s in-person presence at Booth #2224, the digital campaign experience underscores Elation’s LDI theme of discovery, inviting lighting professionals to

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09 December 2024

USA - ChamSys is introducing three new products that have been engineered to put more choices directly in the hands of lighting professionals. Debuting at the company’s LDI Booth #1653, the ChamSys MagicQ Compact Wing and GeNetix TouchScene are loaded with features that ‘take flexibility to new heights, helping users excel in a variety of settings’.

A simple, portable solution, the MagicQ Compact Wing offers 20 playbacks – 10 fader and 10 executor. Each section can page through multiple playbacks via its own Next and Previous page buttons. All the playbacks feature a large full-colour display with the legends located directly above each playback. The 10 playback Faders feature Flash, Go and Select (via its Touch display), while the 10 space-saving Executor playbacks employ a Select and Execute button for each playback.

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06 December 2024

USA - Robe’s award-winning iBolt – a bright moving light fixture billed as ‘the first real replacement for conventional high powered xenon searchlights’ – has been approved by authorities for use in the USA and is now available for the North American market.

iBolt utilises a potent laser light source, and is action-packed with Robe innovation as the result of six new patented solutions protecting this technology and ensuring safe operation. The luminaire can produce ‘jaw-dropping, glamorous, high-impact beams and effects for any spectacular, event and occasion – both indoors and outdoors’.

iBolts play a major role in Robe’s Fifth Dimension live expo performance concept and presentation staged at LDI 2024.

The iBolt’s LSW-5 white laser phosphor light source produces potent beams of light for optimum performance and

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06 December 2024

USA - Making its world premiere at LDI, Claypaky’s Ultimo Hybrid combines a high IP66 rating and extended lamp life in a compact, lightweight fixture packed with innovative features.

Offering impressive brightness, a wide zoom range, and a versatile effects engine, it allows lighting designers to push creative boundaries and craft remarkable visual experiences. Powered by an advanced 550W short-arc lamp, Ultimo Hybrid offers an impressive 19,000-lumen output and a lifespan of up to 4,000 hours, providing reliable performance across countless shows while reducing replacement and energy costs, making it the go-to solution for low-maintenance applications.

Its motorised linear zoom smoothly delivers precise coverage in both projection modes, from tightly focused beams to evenly collimated spots. Despite its compact size, the fixture boasts a 160mm (6.

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06 December 2024

USA - Christie is unveiling two new products at LDI: Spyder-S Series, with five variants for multi-screen windowing processing for live events, broadcast, and sports venues; and Mastering Gateway for seamless HD, 4K, and 8K video distribution over IP networks for post-production, live events, and broadcast.

Both products will be on display in the Christie booth, #1125 where attendees are invited to meet with the Christie Broadcast and Professional Video Group to learn more.

“We're excited to introduce Spyder-S Series and Mastering Gateway at LDI, raising the performance bar for multi-screen windowing systems, compositing, and the exchange of video, audio, and metadata over IP networks,” says Clark Williams, executive vice-president, Broadcast and Professional Video Group, Christie. “The unparalleled flexibility and scalability that these soluti

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06 December 2024

USA - Elation is unveiling the Paragon Series at LDI 2024 in Las Vegas. The series delivers ‘powerful, precision lighting that combines state-of-the-art innovation and robust weatherproof rating with an authentic understanding of designers' creative aspirations’.

Visitors to Booth #2224 will be transported to a retro-futuristic spaceport lounge, a gateway to lighting’s next frontier, where Elation’s latest innovations, including the Paragon series, will be on full display. This immersive booth balances technology with mid-century aesthetics, setting the stage for a journey through lighting’s next era.

Combining multiple fixture roles in a single, adaptable design, Paragon offers flexibility without compromise and has already generated anticipation across the lighting community. LDI attendees will be the first to see it in action and have th

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06 December 2024

USA - GLP will use this year’s LDI Expo as an opportunity to celebrate 30 years in lighting, with a lavish party at The Venetian at the end of the opening day.

This will be on the back of five new products being showcased at the GLP booth (#2549) in both production and prototype versions. For many LDs, designers, specifiers and rental houses it will be their first opportunity to get up close and personal with this next generation of show production lighting.

Already in production are the new Mad Maxx, Fusion Exo Hybrid 40 and Impression S500. These will be joined in prototype form by the JDC Burst 1 and Impression X5 IP, which will start shipping in Q1 next year.

Also on display will be the already popular Creos washlight (18 x 40W RGBL LEDs in three lines of six pixels).

IP65-rated and suitable for festival use, the GLP Mad Maxx bo

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06 December 2024

USA - Pliant Technologies will feature a range of its latest innovations and product updates at the LDI Show 2024 (Booth 1926). Designed for those working in the entertainment technology space, from theatres to live production and broadcast, Pliant will highlight its range of solutions to attendees.

This includes the CRP-C12 Compact Radio Pack, an award-winning addition designed for seamless integration with CrewCom and CrewCom CB2 systems. Pliant is also showing its updated SB11L2 SmartBoom LITE Headset and the new PHS-IEHU Miniature In-ear Headset to provide even more headset options for its customers. In addition, Pliant is featuring new accessories, such as the PBT-VMNT Radio Transceiver (RT) Battery Adapter and the PAC-RTM-SMU Universal Single RT Mounting Bracket to further demonstrate the flexibility of its CrewCom Radio Transceiver.

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05 December 2024

USA - Antari Lighting and Special Effects will showcase the latest advancements in atmospheric and effect technology at this year’s LDI show, booth #1803. Antari will introduce three products focusing on large venue applications and its new Universal Voltage Technology, ensuring global adaptability.

Antari is expanding its popular M-series with the M-12, a powerful dual output stage fogger. Delivering an impressive output of dense, lingering fog, the M-12 transforms any environment with its extensive coverage. Its high-power capabilities create an immersive atmosphere for concerts, events, and productions.

The new F-12 Nebula fazer is designed with professional settings in mind. Its advanced heater design operates at a low temperature to produce dry, odourless haze, making it ideal for theatres and indoor venues.

Both the M-12 and F-12 feat

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05 December 2024

USA - Follow-Me will present two of its latest products to the US market at LDI 2024 (#1347). Follow-Me offers flexible tracking solutions that scale with the size of the show. Its Follow-Me 3D and Follow-Me Track-iT technologies allow users to merge and integrate with any lighting console, video, sound and automation system on the market.

The Follow-Me system is independent from any fixture manufacturer and can control any lighting fixture that can pan and tilt. Fixtures can be used not only as followspots, but also as general lighting and effects, while multiple fixtures can be allocated per performer using a single system. With Follow-Me Track-iT, users have access to a live view of the tracking area via the camera feed for both manual and automated operation, and can switch seamlessly between manual and automated tracking.

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04 December 2024

USA - Astera will introduce QuikSpot, a flexible and innovative battery-powered LED lighting fixture designed to meet the demands of fast-paced environments in big events and media productions.

The QuikSpot fixture, a zoomable single-source spotlight, draws inspiration from the efficient workflow and convenient housing of Astera’s AX5 PAR light, while taking advantage of the optical quality of Titan LED Engine's PlutoFresnel.

QuikSpot’s whole design is optimised to save time and effort when both prepping and operating the product, making it a solution for busy rental and production companies.

Featuring Astera’s Titan LED Engine, the QuikSpot offers a 13º-60º zoom range, high colour rendering and a refined, homogenized and powerful "one-shadow" Fresnel optical system. These capabilities ensure a superior RGBMA colour spectrum, ideal fo

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04 December 2024

USA - Audinate Group has announced the availability of a significant update to Dante Controller. The application has long been a reliable tool for IT and AV managers to route signals, monitor latency and diagnose network issues, and this update provides a modern look to match the power of the underlying functionality.

Audinate integrated valuable feedback from the enthusiastic community of Dante users to create this update. The open and easy-to-use routing matrix and entirely new graphic design make it more pleasing for users who spend their valuable time with the application. Responses from early previews of the application show that these changes are overwhelmingly appreciated.

“This release addresses the most commonly requested feature of Dante Controller – that it can’t easily be used in a dimly lit room,” says Laurence Crew, senior produ

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03 December 2024

USA - Robe returns to Las Vegas for LDI 2024 where the moving light manufacturer will be launching two new products, the T.5 Profile – a smaller version of the T1 – and the LedPointe, the new LED member of the Pointe family.

Also highlighted are four more new products seen for the first time at a US trade show – the iForte Fresnel, the Painte Fresnel, the SVOPATT and the SVB1.

Robe’s new expo live show, The Fifth Dimension, features ‘three live performers, jaw-dropping action and plenty of imagination’.

Robe’s other businesses – architectural and LED lighting manufacturer Anolis; UK-based lighting console and media server manufacturer Avolites; Australian-based power distribution gurus LSC Control Systems; and lighting control and integration solutions specialist Artistic License – will all be located on adjacent st