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UK - Vertigo Rigging has launched Powertower, a stand-alone trussing tower for the flying of PA, video and lighting equipment. The Powertower has a weight loading capacity of 500kg at 10m high, and features dual pick-up heads to accommodate both lighting and PA trusses independently. This allows the neat and quick suspension of sound and lighting wherever there are flying restrictions.

The Powertower is based on a James Thomas Engineering 30.5cm self-climbing tower system with the addition of a lightweight, bolt-together, aluminium base with a footprint of 2.65m squared. The base also incorporates the ballast trays, housing a series 25kg test weights and eight adjustable leveling jacks for easy and safe positioning of the tower. Powertower is configurable in a variety of shapes and forms, and can be used in goal-post format for suspending video screens, for heavier screens, the

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USA - Fox Television has purchased six 32-fader, 96 in-line channel Solid State Logic C200 Digital Production Consoles to serve their on-air promotion and sports departments. The first four consoles, slated for installation in late 2003, will be used for on-air promotion replacing the SSL Scenaria digital post-production mixing systems in use since 1992. The remaining two C200 consoles will arrive in early 2004 and be used for Fox Sports projects.

Fox Digital made a thorough and exhaustive evaluation of all market offerings, large and small, to find the right console for their future post-production needs. As part of the studio upgrade, they needed a console that would deliver great sounding audio, sophisticated routing capabilities and integrated surround sound mixing ability to address high definition audio standards. The C200 was the choice for both on-air promotion and sport

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UK - Dateq, distributed by Sonic8, has launched the MAC5, a 3U rack-mounting powered mixer providing 2 x 500W. Of the unit's seven channels, the first three are microphone inputs mounted on the front-panel with combined XLR and 1/4" jack sockets, all with 2-band EQ and a 'talk over' function on channel 1; while the remaining four are line level with inputs on the rear. The MAC5 offers two 'zone' outputs - one powered, the other at line level - which both have individually controllable level and 2-band EQ. An effects send and headphone monitoring output are also featured.

Other features include the MAC5's built-in SPL limiter, drawing on Dateq's market-leading environmental limiting technology, with an adjustable ceiling; and a separate subwoofer output. The built-in Class D amplification produces up to 500W RMS into 4 ohms with outputs on Neutrik Speakon connectors.

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UK - Drapes and rigging specialist Blackout has launched StarLED - a revolutionary new LED starcloth product that will be manufactured at the company's South London headquarters. StarLED is an LED-based system offering an ultra-bright, lightweight and DMX controllable alternative to fibre-optic and pea-bulb lit cloths.

StarLED can enhance sophisticated lighting or set designs and is ideal for a wide range of applications, including architectural, corporate, entertainment and leisure-build projects. Manufactured to the highest specifications, it combines a new lightweight IFR Molton Trevira fabric, with high intensity LED emitters and DMX controllability. StarLED systems are available in two versions - White and RGB. The White version offers a stunning galaxy-like effect, while the RGB cloth allows access to a vibrant rainbow spectrum of colours via DMX control. Designed to be ex

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The Netherlands - Lumileds Lighting is now shipping a warm white version of its high-brightness Luxeon LEDs, becoming the first manufacturer to deliver a warm white emitter in production quantities, it claims. The new product opens the door for significantly greater use of solid-state illumination in interior and task lighting applications by overcoming the resistance of lighting designers and consumers to the cooler blue tones of conventional white LEDs.

Luxeon warm white provides a colour rendering index (CRI) of 90, a correlated colour temperature (CCT) of 3200°K, and an average light output of 20 lumens - up to 10 times brighter than standard LEDs. It is also the first solid-state light source to closely match the black body illuminant spectrum across the visible coloured range. These characteristics, based on advanced phosphor material technology developed by Lumileds engi

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USA - European dimming specialist IES BV, will demonstrate iSine - which it claims to the world's most advanced sinewave dimming technology - at the LDI 2003 trade show in Orlando, Florida this month (21-23 November) on stand #106.

Already with a Best Product Award from Showtech in Berlin and a string of successful high profile installations throughout Europe, IES's iSine dimming technology is already installed in theatre venues including London's National Theatre, the San Sebastian Concert Hall in Spain, Amsterdam's Het Muziek Theater and the Residenz Theatre in Munich. Television studios - including the BBC, MTV Europe, TVE Spain and ORF TV Vienna - have also taken to the benefits of sine wave dimming, which include silent operation and reduced energy consumption.

IES's iSine dimming technology is not only silent but provides an alternative 'green' solution by virtually elim

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UK / Japan - Le Mark's new flame-retardant natural gaffer tape, which won the PLASA Show's 2003 Environmental Impact Award, continues to expand into new export markets. Following its September launch, Gaf-Fire was sampled to one of Japan's most respected lighting distribution companies, Tokyo-based H. Ito, and Le Mark was thrilled to see H. Ito place its first order for the new product in October.

Gaf-Fire has seen seen as a breakthrough tap and an important addition to the company's consumable accessory range. Gaf-Fire not only meets the stringent requirements of BS 5867 Part 2 Type B, but also, as the PLASA award reflects, is manufactured using natural elements and environmentally clean processes. Gaf-Fire was seen as the first matt-black non-burn tape with a clean adhesive to be offered to the arts and entertainment industry.

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Italy - Outline has added the T4 and T44 models to its Twin Pulse range of digital amplifiers. Both are 2U rack-mounting, lightweight units weighing 10 and 11kg respectively. The 2-channel T4 produces 2 x 1500W into 2ohms/2 x 830 into 4ohms/2 x 450W into 8ohms and is fitted with XLR male and female inputs and outputs with Speakon 4-pole connectors.

The four channels of the T44 can be configured as 4 x 1000W into 4ohms, 4 x 600W into 8ohms or (when bridged) 2 x 2000W into 8ohms. It has XLR female/combo (6.3mm jack) inputs and outputs with Speakon 4-pole connectors. The T44 can be used with a power supply of from 95 - 265V, a useful feature in countries such as the US and Japan, for example, which have different mains voltage from Europe. Both models will be available from around the end of November 2003.

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The Netherlands - Xilver has introduced two new LED fixtures for the professional lighting market - SparkleRGB and SparkleMono. Sparkle LED luminaires are available in two different versions and are designed to (retro)fit into many QR111 or Par36 fixtures. SparkleRGB can create homogeneous coloured beams in 16 million different colours with the Xilver Color Combining System. The SparkleMono is available with seven different colours of LEDs.

Despite its high light output, Sparkles use a maximum 15W and have an expected life-time of 100,000 hours. Depending on the colour produced, Sparkle LEDs are between three and 10 times more energy efficient than halogen light, say the company.

SparkleRGB contains 12 high power Luxeon LEDs - four red, four green and four blue - and uses the Xilver Color Combining System, a LED colour mix system first implemented in the Xilver Droplet LED f

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UK - Meteor Electronics, the new company formed by Clive Kinton on his departure from Matrix Audio Development, is launching a range of lightweight Class D Amplifiers and Modules manufactured in the UK.

The D-Lite1200 is a 1U, 19" rack-mounted stereo amplifier giving 600W per channel into 4ohms. Its low weight - less than 8kg - is derived from the use of integral switch-mode power supplies and a clean, clear natural sound is delivered from its digital amplification techniques. This model, say Meteor, will form the basis of a range of digital amplifiers with outputs in excess of 2000W.

The D-Block 600 is a mono-block module, which makes building an active speaker a straightforward proposition. Delivering 600W into 4 ohms, using digital technology and switch-mode power supply, the unit runs without forced cooling and only adds an extra 3kg to the weight of the finished loud

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Denmark - Martin Professional's new CX-10 colour changer breaks new ground in output, decoration and versatility, according to the manufacturer. Featuring a motorized colour and effect wheel, the CX-10 is, say Martin, based on feedback from customers demanding an innovative total effects solution useful not only for dance floor effects but also total club ambience.

The CX-10's highly-efficient optical system uses with a 250W MSD/2 lamp, which combines with a glass reflector and lens system for extreme output. A 22° standard lens and 15° and 32° optional spread angles, as well as soft or hard-edge beam options, allows for highly versatile projection options.

The wide range of effect possibilities originates from 12 interchangeable colours and a double-sided effect wheel with 2 x 13 positions, giving more than 200 possible combinations. The colour wheel can be replaced with a

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UK - Enttec has announced the release of its new DMX over Ethernet product, the DMXEthergate MK2, the latest evolution of the original DMXEthergate, which the company launched four years ago. The MK2 incorporates many new features requested by users of the DMXEthergate, including two DMX ports and the ability to work as input or output node (to help preserve the user's investment). In addition, the unit is RDM ready and supports both Enttec and ArtNet protocols. A built-in web page allows for quick configuration using any web browser.

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Australia - Intended for the Installation and AV markets the new MM 1 from ARX is a two-way speaker that provides surprising sound quality from its compact package. Under its contoured steel mesh front lies an ARX Pro Series 8" (205 mm) low frequency driver, and a powerful 1"(25mm) mid/high compression driver. This is coupled to a 80' x 60' flat front radial horn flare, providing the MM1 with superb clarity and articulation.

The MM 1's specifications include an impedance of 8 Ohms, a rated frequency response of 60Hz-20kHz +-5 dB, recommended minimum amplifier power of 125W RMS, Sensitivity of 1W at 1m of 92dB and a Maximum SPL at 1m of 123dB. The MM1 features 2 Speakon Connectors as standard, weighs in at only 10kg and has maximum dimensions of 460mm (H) x 280mm (W) x 330mm (D). The units are fitted with captive T nuts to fit Omnimount Series 75 wall brackets and a rec

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Germany - Dynacord has extended its family of high quality power amplifiers with the addition of three new members: the CL 1600, CL 1200 and CL 800. The new Compact Linear Precision power amplifier range combines audio performance with a high degree of reliability and operational safety, say Dynacord. As well as providing an improved specification, Dynacord has reduced the weight of the amplifiers, so that the CL 1600, CL 1200 and CL 800 weigh in at 16kg, 15kg and 13.5kg respectively.

The use of an optimized power supply with low-emission toroidal transformers and Class H technology has made it possible to attain a large amount of headroom over and above the rated power, whilst at the same time reducing both the weight and the power loss of the amplifiers, according to the manufacturer. CL series amplifiers are protected against overheating, overloading and short-circuits as wel

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USA - The new SP12 stage monitor from Mach is a low profile stage monitor. Utilized in stage applications during the product development process this past summer, the SP12 achieved excellent feedback from professional performers. Featuring high SPL and power handling, the SP12 provides high gain before feedback with minimum EQ requirements. A narrow dispersion patent gives ideal vocal performance and a specially designed enclosure provides for a powerfully clean bass performance.

The SP12 is equipped with dual 12" woofers and features a very flat frequency response. The compression driver features a 2" throat and has an output of no less than 138 dB. The symmetrically designed cabinet is durable and is coated with Mach SafeCoat, a strong scratch resistant, UV stable and weatherproof polyurethane surface. The SP 12 is equally suitable for TV and theatre environments.

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Italy - Proel has introduced its new SMARTPlus range, which follows in the footsteps of the original Proel Smart speakers. The SMARTPlus models offer value for money for both touring artists and installers, say Proel - featuring high quality componentry and build, including genuine compression drivers instead of the Piezo tweeters commonly used in this price level.

Featuring trapezoidal designs for easy grouping, the SMARTPlus range also benefits from heavy-duty carpet covering, comes with kick-proof steel grilles, a built-in crossover at 12 dB/octave, a brand new 900 H x 600 V constant coverage elliptical horn, newly designed woofers, PTC electronic protection of HF components and plenty more features usually associated with more expensive products.

Available in passive configurations, most of which have MOSFET-powered alternative versions, the new SMARTPlus range offers user

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USA - The latest generation of Audio Toolbox from Terra Sonde in the US - the Audio Toolbox Plus - provides a comprehensive set of test and analysis functions. Aimed primarily at the installation designer and contractor, the Toolbox would not go amiss in the road box of any touring systems technician, or indeed the briefcase of an environmental health officer (though arguably a sledge hammer to crack a nut - it is nonetheless a dependable and easy-to-use piece of equipment).

Main features include a sophisticated sound level meter with LEQ mode and Noise Dosimeter. The Real Time Analyser and FFT Analyser produce graphic displays with variable frequency modes, filters, and averaging times among their many on-board options.

Other analysis tools include Energy Time graphs, Reverb Decay time (RT60) and sound study graphs. Signal generator, level/frequency meter, signal/noise rati

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UK - Allen & Heath has launched the latest version of the Windows-based iDR Software Manager that configures the company's iDR hardware components into an integrated audio distribution system. Version 3.3 has been developed to support the new iDR-4 signal processor and PL-9 'hub' unit (launched at PLASA) and to reflect the familiar Windows style applications and navigation, including copy, paste and save functions between presets and DSP devices.

Version 3.3 provides the facility for custom Sys-Net and MIDI strings to be programmed into patch settings, triggering the operation of Sys-Net or MIDI compatible equipment such as a CD player, lighting or effects unit, when a patch is recalled. Similarly, soft LEDs and logic outputs can now be controlled by level sensing within a channel.

The software also enables functions such as inter iDR paging and patch recall to be controlled

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Denmark - The new low profile SP12 stage monitor from Mach boasts high SPL and power handling and provides high gain-before-feedback with minimum EQ requirements, according to the manufacturer. Features include a narrow dispersion patent that provides ideal vocal performance and a specially designed enclosure which produces a powerful, clean bass performance.

The SP12 is equipped with dual 12" woofers with a 2" throat compression driver and has an output of no less than 138dB. The symmetrical cabinet is highly durable and is coated with Mach SafeCoat - a strong, scratch-resistant, UV stable and weatherproof polyurethane surface. With a slim and smart design, the SP 12 is aimed equally at television and theatre environments. A rugged flightcase for two units is available.

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Germany - Dynacord has extended the Madras system, introduced last year, with an active alternative - the M 212 two-way, mid-high/full-range enclosure. The Madras M 212 is equipped with two 12" Electro-Voice Neodymium ND12A transducers for the low mid-range and an Electro-Voice ND-6 neodymium driver with a 3" voice coil and an 80° x 55° constant directivity horn for the high frequencies. It delivers, say Dynacord, exactly the type of sound pressure levels in the low mid-range required for a large number of medium-sized venues.

With an output of 600W (450W LF and 140W HF) from the power amplifier, the M 212 is capable of achieving peak SPLs in excess of 131dB/1m with minimal distortion. The sound is therefore projected almost twice as far as from a conventional passive speaker. Just as much attention has been paid to safety, however, as to power, with the Voice Coil T

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Denmark - Mach has added a range of highly aesthetic ceiling speakers to its installation series. Designed to blend, the new CS in-ceiling speakers are a range of attractive recess ceiling speakers for multi purpose applications.

The range consists of three coaxial speakers in 5", 6" and 8" sizes with a built-in 100/70V transformer with 8ohms option. With up to four individual power settings in 100/70 Volt mode, the CS5, CS6 and CS8 are extremely flexible, suiting a wide range of applications. With straightforward connections and attachment locks, Mach's in-ceiling speakers are easy to install. Featuring a true, natural sound in a lean cabinet, the CS series is aimed primarily at clubs, bars, restaurants and retail applications.

(Lee Baldock)

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UK - Pioneer has introduced the DVJ-X1, which combines the proven Pioneer CD Jog Dial technology with the flexibility and capacity of DVD. With this new system, Pioneer says it is now leading the way towards the creation of a completely original leisure activity and the emergence of a new breed of performer - the DVJ - combining the skills of a DJ and VJ.

With the well-known Pioneer Jog Dial at its centre, the DVJ-X1 looks just like the company's CDJ-1000MK2 CD player, but with the added capacity to playback DVDs as well as CDs. Because it imitates the form and functionality of the CDJ-1000MK2, the DVJ-X1 will be familiar to digital DJs who have used this unit and will allow them to use Pioneer's new unit to manipulate DVD visuals in exactly the same way as they would with music: real-time digital video scratches, loops and instant cues are all possible with the DVJ-X1, while th

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Germany - The new Dynacord LX 2200 amplifier in the Switch Mode Precision series combines outstanding audio performance with maximum reliability and operating security. And it's light into the bargain!

Weighing 8.15kg, the amplifier, which is two rack units in height, is rated at 2 x 1100W. The secret of its compactness lies in the combination of a switching power supply with Class H technology; Dynacord's developers have succeeded in combining the headroom advantages of a transformer power amplifier with the considerable savings in weight you get with a 'chopper' power supply.

LX Series power amplifiers are robust and will take the bangs and bumps that are part and parcel of life 'on tour' without compromising their reliability. With the full panoply of protections against overheating, overloading, short circuit, HF, DC etc, they also resistant to the bugbears that can jeopar

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USA - American DJ has introduced the AccuSpot 250, an intelligent eight-channel moving head effect with a bright 250W discharge lamp which is sized and priced for small and mid-size clubs. Equipped with powerful stepper motors, the AccuSpot 250 is built for quick, accurate micro-stepping, with 360° of pan and up to 265° of tilt movement, and has eight DMX channels, nine colours plus open white. The unit features seven variable speed rotating gobos plus spot and including one dichroic glass gobo. Gobo and colour wheels are independent, allowing for a large range of pattern-colour combinations. The unit also features a Gobo Shake effect, and will strobe in every colour.

The AccuSpot 250 was designed to give small and mid-size clubs the chance to take their visual entertainment to the next level, according to Scott Davies, general manager of the American DJ group of companies: &q

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