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07 May 2025

UK - In a first for PLASA Focus, KV2 Audio will be taking over the on-site Bury Theatre for the duration of this year’s trade show. The venue forms part of The Royal Armouries events and conference venue – where PLASA Focus is held – making it easy for visitors to attend demos at their convenience. 

This marks the first time a loudspeaker manufacturer has had dedicated use of the theatre. The location represents a significant upgrade for KV2’s demonstrations, allowing the company to demonstrate a wider range of products in a setting more reflective of their real-world environments. 

Attendees can expect to hear an ultra-compact ESD CUBE system offering output that belies its diminutive dimensions. 

The company will also be presenting some of the most recent additions to its portfolio including the active 2 x 8-inch EX 28 and the co

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06 May 2025

UK - Pearce Hire, the award-winning provider of innovative and sustainable technical solutions to the events industry has confirmed its return to PLASA 2025. As the company prepares for a busy season, the timing of this year’s show coincides with a significant period of investment in new equipment, aimed at strengthening its core departments and enhancing production capabilities across the board.

Exhibiting at stand R-A05, Pearce Hire invites visitors to learn more about its latest acquisitions. These investments are designed to support a wide range of event types, from festivals and exhibitions to corporate and live productions, with improved solutions across audio, lighting, power distribution and staging. With a continued focus on sustainability and energy efficiency, the new additions are tailored to meet the growing demand for high performing and envi

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02 May 2025

UK - ChamSys’ strong commitment to support – as evidenced by its long history of providing standard-setting educational and support programmes – will come shining through at the company’s PLASA Leeds stands (N-A28 and N-B23, shared with Chauvet Professional) at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, 13-14 May. 

In addition to showcasing products such as its flagship MagicQ MQ500M+ Stadium Console and the new MagicQ Compact Wing, making its first UK public showing, ChamSys will be hosting a full schedule of educational events, including presentations by celebrated LDs Ed Warren and David Howard, as well as interactive demonstrations.

In his session, the multi-award-winning Warren will be demonstrating how he uses MagicQ for live and pre-programmed shows in a seamless fashion every time. During his interactive Q&A session he will walk visitors thro

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02 May 2025

USA - Shure has announced its new IntelliMix Room Kits are Certified for Microsoft Teams and now shipping in Americas (excluding Brazil). Availability in other regions is expected to commence in the coming months.

The systems are designed for effortless deployment in small, medium, and large collaboration spaces, ensuring seamless integration and compatibility within Teams environments.

“Our initial test meetings were a great success. The Shure MXA902 Ceiling Array Microphone and Loudspeaker delivered outstanding sound quality, and the audio processing was exceptional, significantly enhancing our AI-driven meeting experiences,” said Jim Prothe, director of marketing at Magenium, a Microsoft solutions partner. “We appreciated the clean setup and ease of configuration. The larger touch controller prevented any accidental taps of Teams buttons. It

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02 May 2025

USA - 1 Sound has launched the SUB210, a powerful single-channel subwoofer that is only 12” wide.

The SUB210 subwoofer features two opposing-facing 10” woofers. It is designed for positioning parallel or perpendicular to walls, or even for low-profile 12”-tall deployment. This subwoofer has a sonic advantage in its coupling with a wall, floor, or ceiling. This 1200W subwoofer provides deep bass response down to 35Hz and can develop up to 128 dB SPL.

This bass enclosure has eight M10 rigging points for hanging, to allow further deployment flexibility, with two recessed handles at the bottom. It is also designed to accept a recessed Pole Cup for mounting satellite speakers using 1 Sound’s Active Speaker Tubes or an industry standard M20 screw-in pole.

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01 May 2025

UK - British loudspeaker manufacturer, EM Acoustics, is set to return to the Royal Armouries in Leeds this May for the 2025 edition of PLASA Focus Leeds, reaffirming its commitment to the professional audio community in the UK. This year's appearance comes on the heels of an exceptional 12 months for the company, marked by a series of landmark installations and the launch of several key products.

At PLASA Focus Leeds, the EM Acoustics management team will engage with both long-standing partners and new visitors. Attendees can expect an introduction to the company’s extensive product portfolio, with special emphasis on its latest innovations. The show provides a valuable opportunity for the team to demonstrate the brand’s engineering excellence and deepen connections within the industry.

A key highlight at this year’s exhibition will be the newl

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01 May 2025

Europe - At Prolight + Sound in Frankfurt, Obsidian Control Systems previewed the NXW – a sleek, portable, and fully featured PC control wing designed to bring professional-grade power to any Onyx setup.

Through its USB-C connection, the NXW provides a responsive, professional hardware surface to operate Onyx on any PC system without compromises. Designed for freelancers, touring professionals, and fixed installs alike, the NXW delivers everything lighting operators love in a compact, road-ready form. From RGB-backlit motorized playback faders to RGB-backlit keycaps and customizable multi-function buttons, every detail is crafted to boost speed, precision, and creativity.

“The NXW might be small in size, but it’s packed with features our users have been asking for,” says Koy Neminathan, business development director at Obsidian. “Whether yo

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30 April 2025

India - Canadian manufacturer of professional audio solutions, Adamson, will be represented by local distributor StageMix at this year’s Palm Expo in Mumbai. Taking place between 29 and 31 May, Palm Expo is the leading professional audiovisual exhibition in India. StageMix will be responsible for the debut of Adamson’s new VGt series of large-format line array loudspeakers, the first member of the brand’s Vergence Group.

“India represents an exciting and fast-growing market for Adamson, and we are thrilled to introduce our VGt loudspeakers at Palm Expo,” confirms Pieter van Hoogdalem, business development strategist at Adamson. “StageMix will present a range of Adamson solutions, but the spotlight will be firmly on the VGt and its potential for large-scale live events and venues.”

VGt is a peak-performance large-format line array loudsp

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28 April 2025

USA - EAW has launched the NT206L, the first in the NT Series of speaker products aimed at simplifying audio setup and operation for production events.

NT206L is a compact, self-powered line array loudspeaker designed for production companies, system integrators and venues seeking high performance, ease of deployment and operation, along with cost efficiency in a lightweight design. This new EAW Premier Class (P-Class) offering marks the first product conceived and designed entirely at EAW’s new facility in Franklin, MA.

Engineered for power and precision, NT206L features two 6.5” low-frequency drivers with 2” voice coils and a 1.75” high-frequency driver, brought to life by 1500W of onboard power.

A newly patented EAW waveguide leverages EAW’s Focusing technology to provide exceptional high-frequency response. NT206L also debuts a

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25 April 2025

France - Audio specialist and equipment manufacturer Digigram has announced the release of two new sound cards, ALP280e and ALP280e-MIC, as part of the ALP-X series. Available Q2 2025 from Digigram’s network of distributors, ALP280e and ALP280e-MIC are the latest additions to the constantly growing range of sound cards launched in 2022.

Building on the success of the ALP-X range, the new ALP280e and ALP280e-MIC cards are purpose-built to address the evolving needs of audio acquisition and processing in critical audio industries such as broadcast, acoustic measurement, court rooms, public safety, and 24/7 operation installations where reliability and audio quality are paramount.

The ALP280e and ALP280e-MIC are low-profile PCIe sound cards optimised for the recording of eight analogue line-level or mic-level audio inputs with zero latency, monitoring

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22 April 2025

UK - SpotTrack, the specialist software tool for making, modifying and maintaining followspot cue sheets, continues to support shows of all scales around the world – including a number of award-nominated and award-winning designs.

On the all-new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express, which opened at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre in London, assistant lighting designer Danny Vavrečka put SpotTrack to use managing the intricate followspot track that formed a key part of Howard Hudson’s design. This saw two human operators run four Robe Forte followspots remotely using Robe’s RoboSpot controllers, alongside other moving lights controlled via Zactrack. Starlight’s lighting was nominated for the 2025 Olivier Award for Best Lighting Design and won the same category at this year’s WhatsOnStage aw

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22 April 2025

Europe - Robe enjoyed an ‘excellent and super-active’ Prolight+Sound expo in Frankfurt, exhibiting alongside its five core businesses – Robe, Avolites, Anolis, LSC Systems and Artistic Licence – in a ‘Robe Village’ area that was constantly busy throughout the four-day trade show.

Many attractions drew visitors to the Robe booth including the final performances of The Fifth Dimension, Robe’s 2024-25 live expo show concept – together with two new product launches, the T31 Cyc and T31 Cyc Slim, half-length versions of Robe’s existing T32 Cyc and T32 Cyc Slim range.

A host of other just-launched Robe technologies stood out prominently on the stand and its two public demo areas, including the retina-burning WTF! moving strobe-wash, the new LedPointe – the first LED version of Robe’s famous and best-selling Pointe family of p

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22 April 2025

USA - Harman Professional Solutions was recently awarded the Joint Interoperability Testing Command (JITC) certification and listing on the US Department of Defense Information Network (DoDIN) Approved Products List (APL), for 19 more Harman products. The certified products include AMX N2600 AVoIP encoders and decoders, the N4321D audio transceiver, MUSE Automation Controllers, Varia Touch Panels, CE I/O extenders, and the UVC1-4K HDMI to USB capture device.

JITC certification is a crucial requirement for technology solutions used in US government facilities. This recent certification further ensures that Harman’s products meet strict security standards and can seamlessly integrate with other systems used by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The certification process includes a thorough evaluation of a product's security features, performance, and inte

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17 April 2025

USA - City Theatrical’s award-winning Wing Nut Socket is now shipping and available through City Theatrical Dealers worldwide. City Theatrical’s Wing Nut Socket (Part Number 1350) can be used to secure any theatrical clamp wing nut with ease and reliability.

To start using the Wing Nut Socket, users will follow four steps: Attach the Wing Nut Socket to a 3/8” ratchet with a push button to secure the socket placement; Test the fitment of the Wing Nut Socket on the ratchet or extension; Slide the opening over a theatrical clamp wing nut; Tighten or loosen the wing nut with ease, with more reliability than possible by hand.

The Wing Nut Socket is a sleek and smartly designed chrome tool that is a designed for any lighting technician working with theatrical clamp wing nuts on a regular basis. It is made of steel for durability and chrome plated to

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17 April 2025

Spain – Work Pro Audio, the installation and pro audio division of Equipson, has launched the PulseDrive Series, a new range of DSP (digital signal processing) amplifiers consisting of four high-performance models in a compact, easy-to-carry format offering from 300W–1000W per channel to provide total versatility.

The PulseDrive Series combines high efficiency with a significant reduction in weight and size, making it ideal for portable sound reinforcement systems. There are four models in the series: the PulseDrive 602 (2 x 300W channels), the PulseDrive 1002 (2 x 500W channels), the PulseDrive 1204 (4 x 300W channels) and the PulseDrive 2004 (4 x 500W channels).

All models feature switch-mode power supplies for efficient power conversion as well as advanced DSP, allowing users to precisely adjust and configure parameters including EQ, delay and

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17 April 2025

Europe - zactrack, the Vienna, Austria-headquartered wireless radio follow system manufacturer, highlighted two new features available for its tracking solution products – Smart, Pro and MINI at the 2025 Prolight + Sound expo in Frankfurt last week.

The company also previewed zacview for the first time, a visualisation product specialised for the preprograming of stage machinery, and the team met plenty of people and organisations interested in their technologies.

Having recently taken the worldwide distribution of zactrack products back to Vienna, zactrack CEO Werner Petricek felt it was imperative to have a strong presence at the show. He and the team saw it as an opportunity to connect with new and existing zactrack users and advocates of the technology which can be used for moving objects across a range of systems including lighting, audio, and

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16 April 2025

Europe - During the 30th edition of Prolight + Sound in Frankfurt, Highlite International presented a wide range of new and updated products across its brands: Showtec, Infinity, DAP, DMT, Showgear, and Wentex. Visitors were treated to product premieres, hands-on demos, and an immersive showcase powered by the latest in lighting, audio, and rigging solutions.

From Showtec there were many new products and additions to existing series. The Xpression 2000S Spot, the 2000B Beam, and the 2000W WashBeam were on debut. They feature extensive matching colours, effects and controls to create a unified lighting experience across the series and offer customisable programmes for unique stand-alone experiences.

IP Pixelstrip is a versatile system of IP65-rated LED bars, controlled by a dedicated controller – with convenient coupling hardware for creating 3D set

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15 April 2025

USA - City Theatrical has released a new update to its DMXcat app, version 2.1.0.9.0.0, which includes the Flicker Finder function in the DMX Tester app, among other enhancements, when connected to City Theatrical’s DMXcat-E test tool device.

DMXcat-E users can start using these new features by updating their DMXcat smartphone app from the App Store or Google Play (requires Apple iOS 13+ or Android OS 6.0+, 64-bit). As outlined in City Theatrical’s DMXcat-E Quick Start Guide, the DMX Tester app allows the DMXcat-E and DMXcat devices to Analyze DMX, View Levels, and perform the Flicker Finder function.

The Flicker Finder function allows the user to find the source of any DMX Flicker on the DMX universe by setting levels and noting if any levels have changed. Flicker Finder allows you to take a snapshot of the slot levels of an incoming un

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14 April 2025

USA - As part of the company's continued product line expansion, with a focus on the mid-market of the professional entertainment lighting industry, ADJ has introduced two new DMX-over-Ethernet nodes.

Both units feature RJ45 Ethernet input and output ports and are compatible with standard DMX512, including RDM, as well as the Art-Net and sACN protocols. They can be used with both line voltage and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) systems as well as DHCP or static IP addressing. A convenient 1.7” LCD display screen on the front panel of each model allows intuitive configuration via a menu interface navigated using a rotary push-to-select control. In addition, the devices can also be configured remotely via a web browser interface and feature LED indicators for each socket that signal data transmission activity.

The devices also feature a programmable memory

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10 April 2025

Europe - Claypaky is featuring a number of newly released products at PL+S 2025 in Frankfurt this week.

Tambora Stormy Linear is a hybrid bar that delivers ‘bursts of stunning graphical strobes that cut through darkness’. With extreme brightness, pixel-perfect control, and seamless modularity, Tambora Stormy Linear transforms productions into an immersive experience that audiences won't just see but feel in their core.

Tambora Glare merges vintage aesthetics with cutting-edge technology. Whether you’re designing for a dynamic EDM festival, a theatrical production, or a live TV broadcast, Tambora Glare delivers ‘unparalleled performance and visual impact’.

Volero Twins is a hybrid fixture with dual powerful engines working in harmony, delivering versatility without sacrificing performance. This solution combines the creative freedom

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09 April 2025

UK - Pharos Architectural Controls has announced it will continue its busy line-up of industry events in the first half of 2025, including its return to Leeds for PLASA Focus in May.

Hosted at the Royal Armouries on 13 - 14 May, this exhibition brings together the latest innovations and the brightest minds in live events, installation, and entertainment technology.

Located at stand N-D19, the team will meet with visitors and highlight key updates to their lighting control product ranges, Pharos Expert and Pharos Designer.

The team will be demonstrating what's new in the Pharos Expert range, including support for the Pharos RIO G4 – a four-port gateway that adds convenient Ethernet-distributed DMX ports to an Expert system.

At the show, Pharos will also showcase the latest improvements in its Expert 1.2 software, including RDM (Remot

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09 April 2025

Europe - Ayrton has introduced Stradale Profile, the most compact, lightweight, versatile luminaire in the Ultimate range. Built around the concept of minimising the fixture’s footprint while significantly enhancing its performance, Stradale Profile is the first ultra-compact luminaire in Ayrton’s brand-new 1 Series.

Seamlessly following in Rivale’s footsteps with a 15% reduction in visual footprint, Stradale Profile’s design embodies the principle of uniformity that defines the Ultimate range. Through meticulous engineering and extreme miniaturisation, every detail is optimised to streamline the structure, refine effect modules, and minimise component size, pushing integration to new limits.

The new format has led to the development of an all-new high-efficiency 330W LED module, precisely calibrated at 6,500K, delivering a luminous output of

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09 April 2025

USA - From April 6-9, Sony’s NAB Show 2025 exhibit in Las Vegas (N439) immersed attendees in leading innovations, insights, workflows, and expertise supporting four key areas: live production solutions, news and production workflows, imaging solutions, and virtual production.

New highlights include a Super35mm camera system with Variable Neutral Density (VND), an ultra-compact full-frame camera extension system, and a camera tracking solution for enriching content creation.

Sony’s enhancements and technologies support the latest industry needs and capabilities by enabling new forms of expression and productivity through cloud and IP protocols, cinematic capture, and Spatial Content creation, as well as augmented extended reality (XR) and virtual effects (VFX) workflows. The company is empowering broadcasters, cinematographers, production teams an

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08 April 2025

Europe - ETC’s new Foundry Switch Panel is a high-performance power control solution designed specifically for the 230V market. It’s packed with features to help manage today’s modern electrical loads and tools to help venues intelligently manage their energy usage. Capable of 12-, 24-, or 48-channels of switched power, it is built in ETC’s European factory for use throughout EMEA and other 230V markets.

“We listened to what was needed for the venues and electricians in the 230V market and designed a complete solution to make installation and maintenance easy,” says ETC market manager Rory Fraser-Mackenzie. “The Foundry Switch Panel follows EU design protocols, wiring standards, and methodology so electricians can get it working quickly – resulting in less work for your onsite team.”

Today’s systems use electricity differently and