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30 January 2025

Italy - Pliant Technologies has announced a new distribution agreement with Leading Technologies, a supplier of professional audio, video, lighting, and software solutions to the Italian market.

With this agreement, Leading Technologies further expands its offerings by adding professional wireless intercom solutions from Pliant Technologies. “We are thrilled to have started this collaboration,” says Marco Porro, vice-president and general manager of Leading Technologies. “Pliant's range of wireless intercom products is synonymous with quality and efficiency, and we are confident that our customers will find a fundamental added value in these solutions for their communication needs.”

“Pliant Technologies is very pleased to welcome Leading Technologies to our distribution network,” says Gary Rosen, vice-president of global sales at Pliant T

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30 January 2025

UK - The Association of Motion Picture Sound (AMPS) has announced Dune: Part Two (Warner Bros) as the winner of the 2025 Excellence in Sound for a Feature Film award.

On the winning film, AMPS chair Andrew Wilson said: “The sound for Dune: Part Two was astonishing, and key to immersing the audience in Denis Villeneuve’s expansive world of Arrakis. It is a deeply impressive piece of filmmaking demonstrating the power of sound as a storytelling device.

“From the power of the Sandworm ride to the tiniest grains drifting in the lightest of winds, the sound is detailed and nuanced, creating a memorable experience. AMPS is honoured to recognise the work in sound of Gareth John, Tom Harrison, Martin Kwok, Richard King, Ron Bartlett, Doug Hemphill and their sound teams.”

The Dune: Part Two sound team said: “We are

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30 January 2025

USA - The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra stands as a cultural treasure, captivating listeners for decades with its annual outdoor concert on Art Hill in Forest Park. With thousands of attendees each year, the symphony aims to provide every person with a memorable and immersive musical experience.

However, achieving exceptional sound quality in such a large and uniquely shaped outdoor space has been a longstanding challenge. Audience members at the top of the hill often miss out on the clarity and fullness of the performance compared to those sitting closer to the stage.

Enter Switch, a creative agency and production house based in St. Louis that has been supporting the symphony for nearly 20 years. They recognised the need for a solution that ensures reliable and clear audio for every concertgoer. “With current audiences approaching 20,000+ people an

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30 January 2025

Spain - Audinate Group has announced the latest additions to its Dante AVIO lineup: the Dante AVIO Install series of adapters available in two-channel analogue input and output versions. These adapters are designed for seamless integration into installed Dante-enabled systems, delivering reliable, quality audio performance tailored to the Pro AV market.

The Dante AVIO Install series meets the demands of modern Pro AV installations by seamlessly integrating legacy analogue equipment and enabling new connections. With Euroblock connectors, installation-friendly mounting options, and excellent audio performance, these adapters empower installers to deploy high-quality audio systems with confidence and ease.

The Dante AVIO Install series of adapters bridges the gap between analogue audio equipment and Dante-enabled systems, ensuring effortless interopera

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30 January 2025

Spain - Shure has announced the launch of Microflex Wireless neXt 4 and neXt 8 (MXW neXt 4 and neXt 8). Building on the release of the award-winning two-channel system in 2024, MXW neXt is now available in four and eight channel count options – offering fully reimagined wireless collaboration with contemporary industrial design, pristine audio quality, and groundbreaking speed of setup. Scalable to a variety of meeting and classroom environments, MXW neXt sets the standard for best-in-class wireless.

“MXW neXt 4 and neXt 8 are excellent solutions for those seeking highly flexible and easy-to-set-up wireless systems that enhance collaboration and interactivity,” said Ralf Klinnert, senior manager, product management at Shure. “Now with new four and eight-channel systems, AV integrators and IT managers have access to expanded capabilities for medium to

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29 January 2025

France - Tracking startup Naostage is growing its presence in Europe with the addition of four new distributors. These strategic partnerships in Poland, Spain, as well as the Benelux and Scandinavia regions serve the demand for expanding need for Naostage’s K System beaconless, live 3D tracking solution.

Operating through its subsidiaries in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland, Arva Audio is representing Naostage in Scandinavia. Lars Baun Frederiksen, CEO of Alfa Audio A/S in Denmark, daughter company to Swedish Arva Trading, sees Naostage as an essential addition to the company’s portfolio: “Tracking technology is becoming increasingly important in pro audio, and Naostage is a perfect match for the immersive solutions we provide.”

Headquartered in Gdańsk, Lauda Central has over time evolved into a cross-border sales and marketing platform d

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29 January 2025

UK - FBT Audio (UK) has been named as the new distributor for Ultimax in the UK. The brand was recently acquired by Mark Parkhouse and has been relaunched to bring its range of DJ booths, stands and accessories back to the market.

Ultimax built its reputation on quality components and innovative design. The relaunched brand offers a variety of solutions ranging from stands for mics, speakers or laptops to trolleys, carts, speaker poles and full DJ booths.

“Ultimax stands are meticulously designed to provide the ultimate support for your valuable equipment, whether it’s a presentation booth for DJs, a safe home of a state-of-the-art speaker system, or a haven for the microphone of an exuberant frontman,” stated Parkhouse. “Crafted with precision engineering and using only the finest materials, Ultimax stands not only elevate your equipment but

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29 January 2025

India - India Bike Week (IBW) 2024, held on 6-7 December at Vagator, Goa, was a vivid celebration of biking culture, attracting thousands of motorbike enthusiasts from across the world. With the theme The Next Chapter, this year’s edition marked a defining moment for the festival, blending the raw energy of motorbikes with cutting-edge entertainment.

Set against the backdrop of Goa’s scenic beauty, the event featured activities such as the Harley-Davidson Flat Track Race, the Reise Moto Dirt Dash and Hill Climb, and performances by riders like MotoGP’s Xavier Simeon and adventurer Elspeth Beard, the first British woman to circumnavigate the globe on a motorcycle.

Music was the heartbeat of the festival. Two stages – the Main Stage and the Howling Dog Stage – set the rhythm for the weekend, offering a sonic adventure that c

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29 January 2025

Germany - With its skull-and-crossbones logo, FC St. Pauli is anything but a conventional football club. Known for its commitment to social activism, the Hamburg-based team won promotion to Germany’s Bundesliga last season and has steadily built a reputation as a cultural phenomenon – attracting a devoted following that extends far beyond Germany’s borders.

Housed within the Millerntor-Stadion, the FC St. Pauli Museum celebrates the team’s rich history and ethos. Now, thanks to a Genelec audio installation, visitors can experience the magic and emotion of this club. Combining immersive soundscapes with audio technology, the new setup brings the roar of the crowd and the essence of the club into full focus.

Founded in 1910, FC St. Pauli began as an unremarkable football club that evolved into a symbol of rebellion and inclusivity. During the 1

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29 January 2025

USA - Founded in 2017, the Korean-American Joong Ang Church in Las Vegas has seen a steady growth in its congregation over the years, and recently left its existing premises to move to a new larger chapel building on Peace Way, just 10 minutes away from the city’s main strip.

With a substantial stage in place, the venue’s main space seats approximately 600 and hosts a variety of worship including spoken sermons, solo singers, bands and complete musical shows. When the Church moved to the new venue, its sound system was out-dated and unreliable. Pastor Im In-Cheol and his team decided to install a new audio system and engaged Troy Choi of Solid Sound Solutions to deliver.

As a member of the strong and close-knit Korean Church community, Choi is a trusted and expert audio practitioner in both the installation and live sound sectors. As well as fixe

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29 January 2025

Spain - Cadac Consoles has announced that it will, for the first time, be publicly running two of the first UK production CM-J50 mixing consoles on its booth at ISE (7G100) through its new CM-RT12 optical MegaCOMMS network router. The CM-RT12 router, together with the CM-DF64 optical Dante bridge – also being shown for the first time – sees a significant expansion of the CM ecosystem.

The CM-RT12 router provides the CM-Series with enhanced network performance capabilities. With a processing capacity of up to 3,072 channels, a single CM-RT12 can connect up to 12 MegaCOMMS units to form a single unified audio system, comprising any combination of CM-J50 consoles, CM-SR stage racks, or CM fibre bridges.

The CM-J50 console’s user-friendly GUI facilitates seamless routing via the CM-RT12, with settings stored directly to the console’s Show File; w

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28 January 2025

USA - Clair Global has announced the unification of its Data Services Team with Safari Solutions, “combining their strengths to amplify capabilities and spark fresh innovation across both organisations”.

Safari Solutions, based out of Cedar Knolls, New Jersey, specialises in strategic and innovative technology services that enable efficient operations for large events and enterprise technology partnerships that help sustain and grow businesses.

“This is an opportunity to expand what we’ve built domestically – bringing our talent, knowledge, and experience – and scale it globally,” said Safari Solutions CEO David Baron. “There’s a natural connection between audio/video technology and innovative technology operations and how we both see the world. This is a collaboration of uniquely aligned businesses.”

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28 January 2025

USA - Desert 5 Spot, a “cosmic Americana” dance and music venue, opened its second location in Williamsburg and set out to enhance its live music experience with an American-made audio system by 1 Sound. Inspired by Joshua Tree hideouts and vintage roadside motels, the venue pairs its rustic charm with top-tier sound quality, solidifying its reputation as a must-visit country bar with nightly live music and DJ performances.

Desert 5 Spot partnered with Anthem Productions to integrate its audio system. The team experienced 1 Sound loudspeakers and discovered they could have a powerhouse sound system custom colour-matched to complement the walls of the rustic venue.

For the main PA at the stage, Anthem deployed two Contour CT212 loudspeakers that were flown with their respective Fly Bar accessory as the main left and right. With a max SPL of 140 dB

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28 January 2025

Lithuania - ProDJ, a technical service provider based near the Baltic coast in western Lithuania, delivered the audio for Arrival From Sweden – The Music of ABBA using Outline’s GTO C-12 and Mantas 28 loudspeaker systems.

A full-service provider specialising in television, festivals, opera, sporting events, and arena-scale concerts, ProDJ was selected by Medusa Concert (Sweden) to deliver the sound reinforcement for this tribute show. The performances featured original ABBA musicians alongside the Kaunas Symphony Orchestra.

ProDJ’s partnership with Arrival From Sweden began in 2018 at the Palanga Concert Hall, where a permanently installed Outline Superfly and Mantas 28 system continues to deliver audio performance to this day. The performance impressed not only the audience but also FOH engineer Chrille Sjöblom, who recognis

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28 January 2025

USA - The latest roll-out of the Rock & Brews American bar/diner concept, specialising in classic rock, has opened at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Carter in northern Wisconsin. This follows its success at the nearby Casino Hotel, Milwaukee, where the Potawatomi Tribe first embraced the concept a year earlier.

Both operations feature a heavy deployment of Martin Audio products, installed by Green Bay-based partner, CCCP (Camera Corner). At both sites they were sub-contracted to carry out the installation by principal contractors, Dublin-based Audiotek, who supplied the visual media.

CCCP has a long-standing relationship as AV providers to the Forest County Potawatomi Tribe. CCCP project designer, Scott Tomashek, said the client had been keen to maintain consistency with Martin Audio having been impressed with its performance in Milwaukee, where

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28 January 2025

Europe - LD Systems has announced the immediate availability of the Maui G3 Mix. The Maui 11 G3 Mix and Maui 28 G3 Mix models are expanding the application possibilities of the popular Maui G3 series with an integrated digital six-channel mixer, professional effects, and convenient wireless remote control via smartphone or tablet.

With the new column PA systems, the Maui family is finally complete. The versatile portfolio is complemented by the Maui 44 G2 professional PA system for full-blown band sound.

The Maui G3 Mix series combines all components for flexible live use in one PA system: mixer, effects, dynamics processing, controller, power amplifiers, and speakers. The integrated six-channel mixer enables the connection of microphones, line devices, and high-impedance instruments as well as the wireless connection of external devices via Bluetoot

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27 January 2025

UK - Through pioneering a new entry-level qualification, Poole’s Lighthouse is highlighting offstage roles to young people interested in exploring careers in theatre and live events.

Working with the Association of British Theatre Technicians (ABTT) Lighthouse will host a pilot of the new Copper Award, created to recognise the achievements of initial entrants in the industry by engaging them in introductory training into backstage jobs.

The pilot is being run as part of the Young Technicians course at Lighthouse from next month and is already underway at the Southbank Centre in London as part of its Technical Academy.

“Lighthouse is proud to partner with ABTT and the Southbank Centre to pioneer the new Copper Award and to help nurture the UK's next generation of theatre technicians,” says chief executive Elspeth McBain.

“We wa

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27 January 2025

Indonesia - Melodia Production recently staged demonstrations of the Level Series and Monitors from 1 Sound, with events in Jakarta and Surabaya.

The launch events saw a strong turnout, with attendees including system integrators, church tech teams, hotel management teams and owners, and production and rental companies. These events served as a platform to showcase 1 Sound’s product line and educate attendees on the brand's audio tools and service.

Leo Dani, sales executive for 1 Sound, comments: “We had a great turnout for the 1 Sound events produced by our distributor, Melodia. Together, we were able to educate the Indonesian market on 1 Sound’s loudspeakers and how they can meet the needs in a wide range of industries.”

Rudy Winarto, CEO of Melodia Production adds: “The events in Surabaya and Jakarta were very successful. People

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27 January 2025

Indonesia - On 21 December, Kupang, the capital city of Nusa Tenggara Timur – a region celebrated for its natural beauty and Komodo dragons – witnessed a transformative musical event.

Titled Gembira Bersama Kawan (translated as Having Fun with Friends), this concert was a joyous celebration of Suara Kupang FM’s (SKFM) ninth anniversary. Organised by Andry Elita Raga, affectionately known as Little Jo, and carried by an impactful sound system from KV2 Audio, the event brought together audiences from across generations.

The evening featured performances by renowned Indonesian artists Marcello Tahitoe (Ello) and VierraTalle, both of whom resonate deeply with Kupang's Gen Z and Gen Alpha listeners. “We wanted this to be a celebration not just for us but for our listeners – our friends,” remarks Mr Andry. “At SKFM, we alway

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27 January 2025

Spain - Amadeus Acoustics will unveil its latest Immersive Engine as part of the ART platform for multi-channel and multi-room applications.

The new ART::IP immersive performance software module “revolutionises sound control in 3D spaces”, building on the features of its predecessor with enhanced power, flexibility, and superior sound quality, now supporting a 96kHz sample rate. This upgraded system delivers immersive sound processing for an infinite number of audience zones while maintaining a consistent spatial experience for every seat in the venue. With the ability to manage up to 128 sound sources and 256 loudspeakers, it offers scalability and versatility.

The system automatically optimises processing for all audience zones, eliminating the need for individual mixes to account for fill speakers or challenging architectural spaces. It is als

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27 January 2025

Spain - Audio-Technica has announced the launch of its new ATM355VF condenser instrument microphone, created specifically for high-accuracy, balanced capture of string and woodwind instruments. Also available in a cH wireless-compatible version as the ATM355VFcH, the new gooseneck model features Audio-Technica’s latest back-electret condenser design, with interchangeable capsules allowing users to choose between cardioid or omnidirectional and hypercardioid elements (sold separately).

The ATM355’s standard cardioid capsule delivers nuanced, natural acoustic tone with excellent frontal sensitivity and isolation, avoiding pickup of unwanted sound and feedback in live settings. The microphone’s AT8543 power module connects with a locking four-pin connector (with XLRM output) and features a switchable 80Hz low-cut filter to reduce low-frequency rumble.

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27 January 2025

Spain - Wisycom will launch the BFL2, the next generation of its wireless RF solution (stand 7P600), designed to meet the evolving needs of audio professionals. Comprised of the BFLR2 receiver and the BFLT2 transmitter, BFL2 integrates laser technology, with two RF channels that make it easy to deploy diversity microphone antennas or expand remote IEM/IFB systems.

“Built to adapt to a wide range of applications, the possibilities are limitless with the BFL2, which delivers powerful, cutting-edge RF-over-fibre technology to applications where traditional, rack-mounted MFL systems are impractical,” says Massimo Polo, CEO, Wisycom SRL. “It also addresses one of the biggest challenges in wireless audio – maintaining consistent dynamic range as signal strength fluctuates with distance. This performance rivals traditional coaxial cable systems, offering un

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27 January 2025

Spain - LEA has announced the addition of 3,000W per channel IoT-enabled smart amplifiers to the Connect Series lineup. The company will also showcase the Connect Series Touch wall controller and more in Barcelona (stand 7B800).

The Connect Series 3004/3004D adds power and expands the options in its Connect Series IoT-enabled smart amplifier lineup. The four-channel 3004/3004D drives up to 3,000W per channel into 2, 4, and 8 ohms as well as 70Vrms and 100Vrms, and is available in Network Connect and Dante Connect versions. The 3004D includes both 96kHz-capable Dante and AES67 connectivity options. The 3004 and 3004D include advanced DSP with 96kHz linear phase FIR crossover filters, acoustically transparent look ahead RMS and peak limiters, 32-bit floating-point DSP with built-in sample rate converters, and Smart Power Bridge technology.

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27 January 2025

USA - Fourier Audio’s transform.engine now offers a companion software bundle, known as the transform.suite ’25, that brings together more than 70 plugins from the world’s top studio processing developers.

Sold on an annual licence, the inaugural transform.suite ’25 includes a curated selection of the very best plugins for live productions from 10 revered partners, including: Baby Audio, Eventide, Harrison, oeksound, Plugin Alliance, Slate Digital, Solid State Logic, sonible, tc electronic and Universal Audio.

On purchase from Fourier Audio online, the wide array of plugins in the transform.suite ’25 are immediately installed and licensed onto the user’s transform.engine with a single button click, eliminating any worries about monthly subscription management or the complexities of navigating different plugin licensing platforms.