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Volume 16 Issue Three May–June 2019

NEWS NEWS PRG acquires Delta Sound, Protec offers full service in KSA

EDUCATION Apart Innovation Tour touches down in Dubai

DISTRIBUTION GSL expands portfolio, Surgesound goes live with SSL

APPOINTMENTS New management at N&M Dubai, Bryan Kelly joins SLS

NEW PRODUCTS The industry’s most comprehensive product news

FEATURES COVER: GRAND AMBITION Titan’s PA/VA solution for Istanbul’s airport

WINNING FORMULA Bahrain International Circuit’s new Grandstand PA

COPTIC CATHEDRAL The largest cathedral in the Middle East opens

PREMIUM INSTALLS Pulse ME calls on Powersoft for multi-outlet project

ULTRA SMOOTH PRODUCTION Ultra Festival returns to South Africa

Editor’s note It’s been a busy few months for Pro AVL MEA that all began at the beginning of the year when I was fortunate enough to visit Turkey’s new hub airport on the outskirts of Istanbul. Thankfully, after several hurdles and delays, the switchover from the existing Ataturk Airport to the new site is now fully underway, and operations are ramping up to support the annual 90 million passenger capacity for Phase 1 of the project. You can find out about the massive PA/ VA solution deployed there by Titan on p58. Elsewhere, we spoke to Audio Technology Egypt about the challenges of taming acoustics in large buildings, as the biggest cathedral in the Middle East opens its doors. Meanwhile, Gearhouse South Africa reveals how despite months of planning, uncontrollable elements such as the weather and local traffic can easily put a spanner in the works. The scale of some of the recent events and projects happening in the region is simply immense and, with Dubai’s 2020 Expo now just around the corner, the Qatar 2022 World Cup edging closer and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative steamrolling onwards, there’s a whole host of grand projects nearing completion.

BUSINESS LETTER FROM AMERICA Dan Daley asks ‘are trade shows too big to fail?’ 72 LETTER FROM EUROPE Phil Ward on bad sound at pro audio events

INTERVIEW Tom Walter discusses the newest division from Almoe

SHOW REVIEW Did Cabsat return to form?

SHOW REVIEW Mixed feelings at Frankfurt Prolight + Sound 2019

TECHNOLOGY Phil Ward pits Milan head-to-head with Dante

R&D Controlling sound with Holoplot’s Orion

ANALYSIS Nokia talks spatial audio capture for devices

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PRG acquires Delta Sound UAE EMEA: The Middle East division of Delta Sound has been acquired by entertainment and event technology supplier Production Resource Group (PRG). The announcement was made by PRG CEO Peter McCann and Delta Sound managing director Andy Jackson, adding that Delta Sound will retain its existing operational format and be officially titled ‘PRG deltasound’ during the transition process. For PRG’s clients, the acquisition means that they will have access to additional expertise and technology when working with PRG in the Middle East, also with the addition of event communications through the provision of fully scalable wired and wireless solutions. ‘By acquiring Delta Sound LLC, we have bolstered our existing offering for our many customers who produce events and shows internationally,’ said Mr McCann. ‘I’m also delighted that this acquisition integrates comprehensive event

L–R: Andy Jackson and Peter McCann communications into our product offering thus ensuring that we can present a truly turnkey solution to our customers and partners. With events such as Expo 2020 on the horizon, these are certainly

exciting opportunities for a company that can operate at scale and this acquisition demonstrates both a significant level of commitment to the region and a continued appetite for growth.’

Riedel invests in EvoCount WORLD: Riedel has acquired shares in EvoCount, a specialist in real-time digital visitor counting and live monitoring of visitor flow solutions, as it looks to boost its event technology portfolio. With this investment, Riedel gains expertise in hardwareand software-based participant management and engagement tools, complementing its rental business. ‘Guest management has become a core element of every major event,’ said Marco Kraft, head of sales in Germany at Riedel Communications. ‘With the services of our new partner, EvoCount, we have again expanded our range of digital event solutions and optimised our ability to align all processes and services comprehensively in the event sector. Riedel continues to invest in the future and is working to develop even more synergies for our customers worldwide.’

Riedel and EvoCount at PL+S 2019 While Riedel will distribute EvoCount solutions through its rental organisation, both companies remain autonomous and continue to offer their products independently. ‘This collaboration provides us with an excellent basis for further expansion in the global events market,’ said Tim MertelBlinn, co-founder of EvoCount.

Fellow co-founder Till Theato added: ‘EvoCount’s customers include organisers of festivals and public events as well as exhibition stand operators and companies that use our systems for intelligent building management.’ www.evocount.de www.riedel.net

‘As Delta Sound LLC, we have worked on some of the region’s largest and highest profile productions,’ commented Mr Jackson. ‘We have established a loyal client base that has become

more appreciative of the standard of audio production and event communications being delivered today by Delta. Having worked closely with PRG for several years across many of these events, our partnership has naturally evolved into a trading relationship and today we solidify this to the benefit of both our clients and teams.’ ‘Myself, Mark and Andy go back 40 years together and Andy has been involved with Delta since our humble beginnings back in 1988,’ commented Paul Keating, MD of Delta Sound UK. ‘He has done an amazing job in building and managing the business over the past 12 years. We have always had a very good working relationship with PRG, both here in the UK and in the Middle East, and this is a great fit for Delta UAE becoming part of the extended PRG family. We very much look forward to continuing this relationship together in the future.’ www.prg.com

Newtek acquired

WORLD: Vizrt (Visualization in RealTime or Visual Artist), a Norwegian developer of real-time 3D graphics, studio automation, sports analysis and asset management tools, has acquired IP-based, software-driven live video production solutions manufacturer NewTek. Combined, Vizrt and NewTek form ‘the largest company in the broadcast space that is dedicated to enabling ITbased video production’. ‘Combining our organisations allows us to pursue our joint vision of software-based video production, leveraging the power and flexibility of computing and IT-based systems,’ said Michael Hallén, Vizrt CEO and president. ‘The combined business will be very well positioned to deliver turnkey systems that give creative power to any organisation that has ambitions of producing content for any output platform.’ While Mr Hallén will lead the business, NewTek’s president

and CEO, Andrew Cross, will become president of R&D at the combined company. ‘Taking advantage of computational, software and network technology to make video more accessible and fun to create has always been NewTek’s mission,’ Dr Cross commented. ‘The tools from our two companies have fuelled the video revolution – from kids in classrooms, little league games and web shows, to the highest levels of broadcasting, news and sports. The combined company represents one of the most disruptive changes for the video industry in decades; however, the goal remains the same – to build a new world of IT-based video technology to grow the reach and impact for anyone with a story to share.’ www.newtek.com www.vizrt.com

Ross buys Piero Sports Graphics WORLD: Ross Video has acquired Piero Sports Graphics from British-based Red Bee Media. As a result, Piero products will become part of Ross Video’s sports solutions portfolio, while Piero staff have moved to Ross Video UK.

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Piero Sports Graphics is a sports analysis toolset used by high-profile broadcasters to provide audiences with new angles and virtual views of sports events through 3D graphics and image recognition, as well as by sports clubs as a coaching tool to guide players

and improve team performance. ‘The sale of Piero Sports Graphics supports the execution of our strategy, fully focusing on delivering market-leading managed services within broadcasting and media,’ said Steve Nylund, CEO of Red Bee Media. ‘Ross Video is well

positioned to continue to develop Piero and they will be able to leverage the potential of the product and accelerate growth of the business.’ Ross Video CEO, David Ross, commented: ‘Piero Sports Graphics is a perfect complement to our

industry-leading XPression Graphics and VS/AR offerings. Our worldwide sports production customer base will really appreciate the added momentum and exposure we can give to this legendary product.’ www.rossvideo.com

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Protec offers full service in KSA SAUDI ARABIA: Highlighting its growth in Saudi Arabia, Protec has supported several high-profile events recently in the Kingdom, including the Formula E Saudi Arabia and the ground breaking ceremony of the new Al Qiddiya tourism destination. Additionally, with further purchases made especially for its new warehouse in Riyadh, Protec KSA is now offering the same brands and service that it is known for in Dubai. The Formula E event was not only the first of its kind to take place in KSA, but the first major international sports event ever in the country. With the whole world watching in real-time, the technical support required was second to none. Protec’s audio team selected a range of L-Acoustics PA cabinets to cover an extensive area across six grandstand viewing areas, two hospitality areas, the podium, a gaming area and the

E-Village stage. These included 80 K2 cabinets, 55 Karas, 24 Kudos and 16 V-Doscs all run off LA-Rak and controlled by Network Manager. Video came from Barco’s S3 with Luminex networking to livestream to 140 screens across the venue at four different locations, requiring

Prosonic heads to Airport Road

UAE: Prosonic General Trading has opened a new Dubai experience centre on Airport Road. The company is the regional distributor for a number of pro AV brands, including Dynacord, Electro-Voice, beyerdynamic, RME and Cordial, and plans to use the centre to showcase solutions from these brands. The distributor celebrated the opening of the new showroom by inviting a broad spectrum of dealers, integrators, rental companies and event

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management companies to a full-day networking and showcase event. Inside the showroom is a small stage area showcasing products from Electro-Voice, in addition to a dedicated area for demoing beyerdynamic headphones. Additionally, upstairs there is a training room in a classroom layout, for which Prosonic is currently in the process of creating a training calendar for. The company is describing its new showroom as one of the biggest for pro audio products in the Middle East, displaying a complete portfolio of speakers from Electro-Voice and Dynacord, including 2018/2019 products using the latest technology. www.prosonic-mea.com

19km of fibre to ensure 4K video with less than one frame of delay. For lighting, the team deployed its new SGM P-10 and Claypaky lights for the E-Motion club and hospitality village. Meanwhile at Al Qiddiya, the Protec team was called upon to support the groundbreaking

ceremony of the new tourism destination. It is planned to be 334km2 in area, dwarfing Walt Disney World in Florida to become the world’s largest entertainment destination. Based in the desert with no infrastructure in place, Protec supplied a temporary structure: a 36m x 88m Supa Dome with full technical support inside, including an L-Acoustics K2 system for audio, together with three D3 4x4Pro media servers for 3D video projection mapping, over 240 lighting fixtures and rigging, as well as scenic, staging and automation, to support the lavish ceremony that was attended by royalty and VIPs to celebrate the beginning of a two-year build project. Furthermore, the company has been shortlisted for three Middle East Event Awards in recognition of its contribution to the event industry across the region,

including Best Technical Support for BAO Festival in Dubai and the Al Qiddiya groundbreaking ceremony in Saudi Arabia, and Best Event Technology for its robotics stand at GITEX 2018. The company’s European arm, Protec European Events, is now hoping to achieve similar success as its Middle East office has experienced in Saudi Arabia as it shifts its focus to the UK market. Group CEO Stephen Lakin has acquired new premises in the UK, more than doubling the warehouse space and offering 6,300m2 of storage which he is planning on dedicating to a new, comprehensive staging and scenic department that will be led by André Opperman. Protec veteran Eddie Andradé will also join the team from Dubai where he currently holds the position of marketing director. www.productiontec.com

DLC brings Microflex Complete Wireless to the UAE UAE: Dubai-based events company, DLC Events, has increased its investment in Shure Microflex Complete (MXC) and Microflex Complete Wireless (MXCW) systems. As a member of the Shure Conferencing Network, the company was able to beta test the systems earlier in 2018 and has now become the first rental company worldwide to stock the MXCW discussion units, offering them to customers throughout the UAE. DLC’s stock includes 100 wireless discussion units, as well as four access point transceivers, enabling it to run multiple rooms simultaneously. The company has been using the MXCW components for four months and states being impressed by the sleek aesthetics and design of the units, which integrate well into any meeting room environment, while also highlighting the overall reliability that comprises both an ‘impressive RF stability as well as high audio quality’. DLC also opted for 500 Microflex Complete MXC640 units, serving as a replacement of the DIS 6990 conferencing unit. As DLC has had great success with the 6990 unit for the past 10 years, its investment in the MXC640 was a logical consequence. ‘We’ve undertaken

a huge investment in the next generation of Shure discussion systems that incorporate all the features we already appreciated with the 6900 along with many more,’ commented Mark Breakspear, project manager

Lovell, Shure senior global market development manager, discussion systems and conferencing. ‘The systems provide high intelligibility, a solid RF transmission and a future-proof feature set that is perfect for DLC given that they’re

at DLC Events. ‘We love being able to offer our clients the added functionality of the MXC range and the UAE market is just perfect to prove the strengths of the systems as we have an impressive number of high-profile events we’re executing in the region.’ ‘It’s great that DLC made such an investment in the MXC and MXCW systems,’ added Antony

dealing with some of UAE’s most important events on a daily basis and were looking for solutions that meet their high requirements. In addition, DLC deliver perfect product support and are also offering product demonstrations for anyone interested.’ www.dlcevents.com www.shure.eu

NEWS SOUNDBITES CYTECH OPTS FOR A BIGGER EXPERIENCE WITH OUTLINE NIGERIA: Cytech World Communication has expanded its large inventory of Outline Audio loudspeakers further with the addition of 24 GTO line array systems, 16 DBS 18-2 sub-bass enclosures and three Newton 16+8 FPGA-based processing platforms, as well as a series of X8 amplifiers. ‘Our activity is constantly expanding, not only thanks to our team’s passion for the profession, providing creative turnkey solutions tailor-made to meet the needs of key clients in the event and show industry and bring their projects to life, but also to the quality of the

Cytech owner and MD, Cyril Utomoibor equipment we provide,’ stated Cyril Utomoibor, owner and managing director of Cytech World Communication. ‘To ensure excellent performance, hardware such as the Outline sound systems are fielded at key concerts, festivals, corporate events, shows and tours and much more, such as the huge record-breaking Lagos event.’ The Lagos-based company is known for providing audio reinforcement for The Experience interdenominational gospel concert, considered the largest music event in Africa and drawing a 700,000 crowd to its last edition in Lagos’ TafawaBalewa Square. ‘As a Nigerian, it has always been a very important event for me, and the fact that they confirmed our company for the sixth consecutive year means we did our job extremely well,’ added Mr Utomoibor. ‘Once again, Outline’s loudspeakers simply outperformed all the others used at previous editions. I’m really looking forward to investing more in their products and technologies.’ www.cytechworld.net www.outline.it

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Bimel builds AV infrastructure at Tusdata HQ TURKEY: Bimel recently completed a major project at the Ankara headquarters of Tusdata, in which it was responsible for designing and installing the entire AV infrastructure, as well as training Tusdata staff on the new equipment. An integral part of the installation is formed from Aten products used for AV distribution in the facility’s classrooms, as well as digital signage solutions. These solutions are controlled via an Aten VK2100 control box. ‘We previously provided a solution for Tusdata’s network in another office,’ explained Muttalip Baksi, technical director at Bimel. ‘Their IT team regularly works with us and, when Tusdata decided to move to their new HQ in Ankara, the IT team consulted about their needs and we provided a complete solution for their new location.’ In addition to needing a new network infrastructure and security system, Tusdata decided to include interactive classrooms for online and offline lectures at its new HQ. ‘When a professor

gives a lecture in the classroom, their presentation and video footage should be displayed on the projectors in the same classroom, and perhaps in the other classrooms depending on seat availability,’ said Mr Baksi. ‘The lecture will also be recorded for offline use and a digital signage system is required for the screens on the floors to play commercial content and announcements.’

UAE: Event technology solutions provider Artes has expanded its inventory of Clear-Com equipment with a new FreeSpeak II wireless intercom system. The solution has already been put to use on several large-scale local events, including

members must be ‘untethered’ with independent channels of communication. ‘After trying several wireless intercom systems, it is safe to say that Clear-Com’s FreeSpeak II is an ultimate must-have for all event

Artes selects FreeSpeak for large-scale events

The Artes team with the new Clear-Com purchases the 2018 National Day event at Burj Park and Russian Fest at Abu Dhabi, and ensured the staff were ‘connected seamlessly while enjoying the freedom of movement in an expansive space’. The FreeSpeak II system is a five-channel, full-duplex wireless intercom system for large-scale or specialist applications where team

companies to ensure smooth and uninterrupted communication during the most challenging RF environments,’ stated Nelson Mendes, technical director at Artes Middle East. www.artesme.com www.clearcom.com www.nmkelectronics.com

Bimel designed a network with full compatibility with the Aten products for a number of reasons, including the flexibility provided by the over-IP solutions, their reliability and the ease-ofuse offered to end-users, and so that lecturers are able to prepare the classrooms using a tablet. The installation comprised eight VE8900 Tx HDMI over IP extenders, 17 VE8900 Rx HDMI over IP receivers, five VS0108HA

eight-port 4K HDMI splitters, five VS98A eight-port VGA splitters and five VC180 VGA-to-HDMI converters with audio. ‘The entire project took around two-and-a-half months,’ said Mr Baksi. ‘We started with their basic needs, then designed the whole system. The AV distribution system was first designed based on HDBaseT technology, but the cabling distances between the floors were beyond its limits, so we switched the design to an overIP solution in order to overcome the distance issue.’ Tusdata’s IT manager, Serhat Aydin, was searching for smooth AV transmission across the site. ‘We achieved this goal with the infrastructure designed and installed by Bimel,’ he commented. ‘Now, we can stream AV signals across our five classrooms and over a digital signage system easily and flawlessly.’ www.aten.com www.bimel.com.tr

Edouard Bodou will support the new Ivory Coast office

LDA opens Ivory Coast office IVORY COAST: LDA Audio Tech has opened a new office in Ivory Coast to serve the West African region of Frenchspeaking countries. This marks the latest development in the Spanish manufacturer's ongoing growth. Claude Kossigan, a telecommunications professional with international sales experience, will head up the new office, supported by the West Africa sales director, Edouard Bodou. The office is located in Abidjan, Ivory Coast's economic capital and financial hub with links to the rest of the continent by land, sea or sky. In addition to customers and partners in Ivory Coast, the Abidjan

office will cover Burkina Faso, Mali, Guinea-Conakry, Senegal, Niger, Benin and Togo – all territories currently experiencing rapid growth and development in regard to their public infrastructures and civil works. 'The aim is to offer a closer and more personalised service to the francophone countries of the area, knowing first-hand their needs in terms of security, public address and voice evacuation systems, as well as the requirements established by local and regional regulations for each installation,' read a statement from LDA. www.lda-audiotech.com

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Renkus-Heinz helps for its APAC debut KSL touches down bring Atturaif to life SINGAPORE: Following the global launch of the KSL loudspeaker system at The NAMM Show, d&b SAUDI ARABIA: Atturaif audiotechnik hasThe taken to theLiving Museum highlights the history road to formally introduce the and culture of what once latest addition to thewas SL-Series an ancient mud citadel the family. Seven weeks onand since capital of the first58kg Saudicabinet dynasty the arrival of the at in century. Visitors to thethe Fox18th Theater Pomona in Los the museum’s Angeles, invitedamphitheatre guests from the witness animations projected onto the walls that tell the site’s story. Audio accompanies these projections, delivered by 10

thorough technical demonstration of the system’s performance was provided by Werner ‘Vier’ Renkus-Heinz STLA/9R line array Bayer and Matthias Christner. speakers installed by Robert The KSL was then put throughCole from Automation Control & Energy its paces in the 5,000-seat Systems. theatre with musical playback in ‘The biggest challengeAwas the various configurations. rigging huge area and the distances demonstration highlighting the between the sound andthe the three rigging modes,system including public and, as you would at latest compression modeexpect features, arounded World Heritage site, there off the morning andis also aafternoon particularsessions. need for impressively loud and clear sound,’ explained Utilising the D80 amplification platform, KSL incorporates the same technical innovations and performance characteristics of its groundbreaking big brother, GSL. Featuring all the recognisable benefits of its Special Loudspeaker lineage, KSL provides full bandwidth dispersion control, an extended LF response and advanced rigging options, all wholly aligned with the d&b Workflow. The highly flexible speaker format has been created as both a standalone and a fill and delay accompaniment to the GSL. A thorough examination of the As part ofcomponents its ambitious– Art Film the cabinet’s during project, the DFI section commissioned nine ‘Size Matters’ – highlighted filmmakers to produce content about the dual three-inch voice coil highDoha’s culture and history, which frequency compression drivers, would befrequency projection eight-inch mapped in the mid high resolution transducer, andonto thethe lowmuseum’s frequency internal surfaces day.and The front-loaded dualevery 10-inch art films in dual eacheight-inch gallery create additional side-an immersive AV experience of each mounted speakers. subject, bringing to life the narratives In addition, a new subwoofer of the collections onindisplay. companion comes the form of ‘This is theSL-SUB. biggestWith project the flyable its RES two has everfacing undertaken,’ forward 21-inchstated driversMark and Calvert, whofacing managed the project single, rear 21-inch woofer

Norbert Bau, Renkus-Heinz’s Middle East sales representative, when discussing the installation. ‘There are architectural restrictions on what we can do here and the system needs to be as invisible as

possible and not interfere with the projection.’ The STLA/9R line array was installed five per side, playing to the space’s wide margins. These are complemented on the

low end by left and right trios of Renkus-Heinz DR18-2R selfpowered subwoofers, while three ST9-44 loudspeakers cover the amphitheatre’s centre section. A made the trip north from Australia. single ICL-F-RN digitally steerable Western Audio Engineering’s line array loudspeaker bein owner, Andy Craig, hadcan flown found on each side of Zealand. the venue, from Wellington, New serving rear-fill and ‘The KSLasisboth an obvious companion surround. to the GSL that I just wanted to In addition, six ICL-F-Dual-RN verify that it was as good as I steerable have been anticipatedloudspeakers and it certainly ticks installed in other of the at. every single box Iareas was looking Living Museum togreat support other We have enjoyed success outdoor projections. with the video J-Series for many years and now GSL is astounding www.acesys-ksa.com visiting engineers on account of www.renkus-heinz.com its fidelity and power. So using KSL for smaller occasions is a no brainer. It’s always great to meet the designers and hear them explain the process of what drove NMoQ’s Art to Films sincethe them to get the project final result, 2013 in his capacity as the along obstacles they encountered senior productionthey and the wayengineer, and the solutions postproduction for the came up with. Then youDFI. hear the ‘Pretty much final result andeverything you realiseRES thatdid was the right solution,’ they really nailed it.’ commented Mr Winkler, ‘but perhaps most noteworthy was their ability to www.dbaudio.com take the existing, highly complex architectural designs, with little free ceiling space, and figure out how to integrate 112 4K Panasonic projectors to meet the exacting technical specifications of the project. The technical quality of their work is beyond reproach. But what really separates Mark and Dave from everyone else is their can-do attitude to solving problems. Mark and Dave provided by far the best solution both in image quality and creative support for the project.’

‘World’s biggest permanent video install’ goes live at NMoQ

QATAR: London-based visual technology specialist, RES, has The KSL was installed whatunveiled it claimsatto be Singapore’s Star Performance the world’s largest permanent Arts Centre video installation at the new National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) in Doha. company, Asia Pacific regionThe converged on which star ted work on the The Star Performing Arts Centre project back to in better 2014, understand provided in Singapore technical and video the Kleinerconsultancy (Smaller) Special media system exper tise to the Loudspeaker. Doha Film Institute (DFI) on the Following an introduction titled technical realisation ‘Applied Evolution’ by and APACprevisualisation of each territory manager Mikefilm. Case, a

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KYAF Corporation gives DHA Sport Club the leading edge

PAKISTAN: Harman solutions from its JBL, Crown and AKG brands are powering audio at the recently refitted DHA Sports Club, located in the heart of Karachi, Pakistan. The state-of-the-art sports facility hired KYAF Corporation to upgrade the venue’s sound system with modern audio solutions, and Harman solutions were selected after careful consideration. ‘DHA Sports Club asked us to provide a high-quality audio system that would complement their beautiful sports facility and provide great coverage,’ said Ahmed Bawaney from KYAF Corporation. ‘After we demonstrated the quality and performance of the Harman audio system, they gave us the green light to install all Harman Professional gear. We faced a few challenges during the installation

– the left side of the stadium is blocked by an apartment building, posing a potential for harmful reflections. In addition, the unusual architecture of the stadium posed challenges in the rigging of the speakers. The flexibility and clarity of the JBL speakers helped us overcome these challenges to provide clear sound throughout the stadium.’ The JBL system installed is formed from eight JBL AWC82 all-weather compact speakers that provide the necessary clarity for announcements as well as an extended frequency response for music playback, together with four JBL Eon 615 portable PA speakers as on-field fills. Power comes from Crown XLi 2500 amplifiers, while AKG WMS470 wireless handheld microphones and CGN521 STS tabletop microphones have also been installed to support announcements. ‘Our Harman audio system is the first of its kind in Pakistan,’ commented a spokesperson from DHA Sports Club. ‘Other stadiums are still using antiquated horn-type speakers for announcements only. We wanted to set a new standard for sound quality in sports stadiums, and the KYAF team helped us achieve that goal. The new system gives our athletes and spectators a more immersive audio experience than they’re accustomed to.’ www.harman.com

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IRAN: Electrovision has completed another AV installation for an Iranian higher-education establishment. The latest project at Tehran University’s Faculty of Theology building saw Electrovision’s technical team install a full range of AVL equipment to facilitate discussions in the 250-seat auditorium. ‘Due to the nature of the faculty, this hall needed a unique interior decoration, so our team devised a special design for the walls that originated from the spirit of Iranian architecture and art,’ commented Majid Mahdavian, CEO of Electrovision.’ In addition to the bespoke architecture, Electrovision opted to reinforce the auditorium with a combination of Electro-Voice ZX4 two-way passive loudspeakers, EV SX 300 12-inch passive loudspeakers and SXA100 12-inch powered cabinets functioning as stage monitors. Power for the passive cabinets is from Dynacord

CL 800 amplifiers and control for the whole sound system comes from a Dynacord CMS1600 mixer located in the control room. A set of Electro-Voice N/D 967 dynamic mics, an RE2-N7 wireless handheld, RE2BP-ULM21 lavalier mic and Clockaudio CE 800 gooseneck mics provide audio capture during lectures and presentations. For video capture, the team opted for a set of Sanyo PTZ Cams paired with a Datavideo SE-500 video switcher, which feeds a Panasonic EH-69 DVD recorder. On the south wall of the hall, a 5,000 ANSI lumens Sanyo data projector is installed to show slides and videos on the installed projection screen. Curva and Ribalta Spot and floodlights from Italian brand Teclumen light up the auditorium during presentations and can be controlled by a Pulsar 12-channel DMX control desk. www.electrovision.ir

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Pioneer’s XY3 comes alive at the Life and Death Festival

UAE: A Pioneer Pro Audio system deployed by Avant Garde powered the Life and Death Festival when it took place at the Jebel Ali Beach Club in Dubai recently. Avant Garde was asked to bid for the project after the organiser experienced its Pioneer setup at Blue Marlin Ibiza last year. The system it deployed for the event was the first time the company had chosen to run the XY3 cabinets from Powersoft’s X4 amplifiers. ‘We are heavily involved in the house and techno scene in the UAE, both as AV suppliers and as a DJ and record label owner (I run Boogie Box Records),’ explained Avant Garde partner and business development lead Hassan Alwan. ‘The house and techno community here is closely knit, and when it comes to quality audio there are less than a handful of suppliers who can deliver. I’m happy to say that we are one of those.’ The Life and Death brand is the brainchild of Italian DJ and producer Manfredi Romano, better known as DJ Tennis. Life and Death started off as a record label, showcasing music by DJ Tennis and other talented house and techno producers. In recent years, it started hosting Life and Death events as an extension of the record label. The festival at

Jebal Ali Beach Club was organised by The Artist Network, the team behind Groove on the Grass. ‘The organiser briefed us to prepare for a 1,000-person crowd spread over a 800m2 area,’ commented Daniel Ball, Avant Garde founder and technical lead. ‘In order to ensure the coverage of the space, we went with our full XY3 system. It’s an arrayable point source system and was actually really great as it helped us create distinct listening areas for the crowd. We were able to create a high energy area in front of the DJ stage, covering around 14m-width to 15m-depth, while also allowing the peripheral areas of the sides of the space to be far less drowned in audio energy.’ This XY3 setup comprised three per-side XY3s deployed in left and right arrays, along with a horizontal sub array line featuring four stacks of dual XY218HS dual 18-inch horn subs. ‘Low frequency response in the main dance area was as to be expected, powerful,’ furthered Mr Ball. ‘The XY3’s, with their optimised spacing, created a great horizontal coverage plane and easily transferred SPL out to the edge of the main crowd area.’ The festival also gave the Avant Garde team an opportunity to deploy Powersoft’s X4 series amplifiers

for the first time, which drove the main PA. ‘These are the top of the line DSP amplifiers from Powersoft, and the quality of the DSP engine in these is significantly noticeable over their older K Series product; something we had been using on all previous events for the last 18 months,’ added Mr Ball. ‘The internal components of the XY3 system also were perfect for the event. The music intensity picked up from about 5pm in the afternoon and lasted all the way through to 3am the next morning. The system retained output and clarity flawlessly – a testament to the quality of the equipment to manage higher output levels over such a long and sustained time period.’ Unusually for Dubai, bad weather led to the decision to relocate the

main stage at the last minute, the night before the event. ‘This required quick action and re-planning of everything,’ explained Mr Ball. ‘Sound, lights, stage, decoration and power, everything moved from the first point and was set up in under four hours. It was a remarkable effort by the team and the decision taken by the promoter turned out to be a wise one as the weather continued to hamper the original space well into the day of the actual event.’ In addition to the full XY3 system at the main stage, Avant Garde deployed a smaller EAW system for the second stage, comprising four 12-inch REDLine series speakers and a pair of 18-inch subwoofers. ‘The sound improvement was surprisingly noticeable by shifting to the new Powersoft amps,’ concluded Mr Alwan. ‘These new amps added depth and clarity to the sound, and what was noticeable was less noise in the system. This, complemented by the venue arrangement overall, led to us to be very happy with the outcome. Shame, the same couldn’t be said of the weather.’ ‘Considering the external factors (a major sandstorm), the event was a big success. The people who braved the weather had a great time and the DJs had a blast behind the booth,’ said Mr Ball. ‘We received very positive feedback from the performing artists, organisers and the audience on the dancefloor, and we were very happy with the performance of our baby – the XY3 system.’ www.agav.me www.pioneerproaudio.com

K-array reinforces without spill

LEBANON: Iris Beirut, an openair nightclub close to the city’s waterfront, has been equipped with a K-array sound system, designed to reinforce DJ sets without generating noise pollution and spill towards the other buildings nearby. The system was installed and commissioned by Procom, whose team also provided technical support following the installation. The K-array system was chosen in light of the success Iris management had found with a solution from the manufacturer at its Bahrain venue. The setup at Iris Beirut is formed from 22 12-inch Dragon-KX12 point sources, arranged in an array configuration with three ThunderKMT218 self-powered dual 18-inch subwoofers and two ThunderKMT21 I 21-inch subs. To meet the additional requirement from the venue owners for sound coverage in the restroom areas, Procom installed 11 Tornado-KT2LC ceiling speakers with built-in DMX lights. www.k-array.com www.procom-me.com

GatesAir aids Ivory Coast’s digital transition IVORY COAST: As part of a longstanding business relationship with Ivory Coast, GatesAir is delivering turnkey equipment and services to support the country’s transition to a national digital TV (DTV) network. The first phase of the project consists of seven transmitter sites to cover the city of Abidjan and the next six largest cities, with the Abidjan site providing DTV services to 30% of

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the country. The subsequent six sites will expand DTV services to approximately 80% of the country, with complete coverage expected by 2020. GatesAir partnered with African Union Communications for headend systems and with regional partner STA for towers, antennas and transmission shelters. ‘The digital transition is very important for the Ivorian population as it opens the television space

more than ever before,’ said Bruno N’Doua, director of studies and development, Société Ivoirienne de Télédiffusion (IDT). ‘These populations will now have the option to watch seven channels, whereas before there were only two available.’ The turnkey equipment package for phase one includes 21 GatesAir Maxiva UAXTE air-cooled, high-efficiency UHF transmitters

in redundant configurations to ensure a continuous on-air presence. Each of the seven sites includes three transmitters along with DVB-T2 headend equipment, antennas and towers, and can support three programming multiplexes (one government and two private). The Ivory Coast DVB-T2 network is GatesAir’s ninth DTV transition project in Africa. ‘This is not the

first time Ivory Coast has worked with GatesAir,’ added Mr N’Doua. ‘Their transmitters have helped us provide high-quality distribution of TV programmes for at least 15 years. Therefore, we already knew the robustness of GatesAir equipment, and it is an immense pleasure to work with GatesAir again.’ www.gatesair.com

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WPC aids expanded events programme at Sooroosh Hall TAJIKISTAN: A Martin Audio Wavefront Precision Compact line array has been installed at the 700-seat Sooroosh Hall in the Tajikistan capital of Dushanbe, as part of a substantial upgrade to the venue’s technical infrastructure. The work was carried out by the manufacturer’s long-term distribution partner, Latvian-based A-T Trade Music, which was invited to develop an integrated but adaptable solution by its Tajikistan dealer. ‘Prior to this, the system could only be used for conferences and meetings rather than the classical, pop and traditional music concerts and other events that now take place,’ explained A-T Trade Music sound and stage equipment project engineer, Imants Cīrulis. ‘The client wanted a system that would be useful for this hall as well as for open-air events. WPC was the best choice for this.’

The system is optimised for twobox resolution, with eight elements hung per side. The speakers are suspended from two points to enable easy redeployment at outdoor events or other places. A further eight SX218 subs have been placed under the stage in specially built chambers with sound isolation (two subs per chamber). Six iK42 multichannel amps have been assigned to drive WPC and SX218 (three amplifiers per side), while the iK81 powers eight Martin Audio LE200 wedges in biamped mode (two LE200 per input channel). Also forming part of the installation are a pair each of Martin Audio CDD-LIVE12/CSXLIVE118 subs. These are primarily used for side-fills onstage, but it is expected that this acoustic system will also be used for small presentations and events in the hall lobby.

‘The concert hall has a very interesting configuration,’ Mr Cīrulis furthered. ‘Its special feature is a very deep, 11m balcony that occupies one third of the hall. Calculation of speaker positioning using the [Martin Audio] Display software showed good parameters under the balcony without the use of delay lines – and this also proved to be true in practice. The sound pressure, clarity and resolution are amazing anywhere

in the hall – from the front to the back-row seats.’ A-T Trade Music ran the whole process from conception and acoustic simulation to system installation and staff training, as well as after-sales service. Two days of training were given to local staff in WPC rigging, Display and VU-NET software packages. www.attrademusic.lv www.martin-audio.com

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TSL Products buys out DNF Controls WORLD: TSL Products has bought out DNF Controls, an American manufacturer of device control interfaces. TSL plans to use the acquisition to expand its presence in the global broadcast control systems market, while also offering audio and power solutions locally in the Americas. ‘DNF’s relationship with TSL Products grew to an OEM agreement in May 2018, and we are thrilled that it has now grown further into the companies fully uniting,’ said DNF’s founder and CEO, Dan Fogel. ‘The acquisition will provide a wider offering for our current customers while also introducing our products to new markets globally.’

While DNF customers in the US gain better access to TSL’s product range, TSL customers around the world will be able to source DNF’s dedicated hardware control panel and integration capabilities. ‘We are excited to work together as one with DNF Controls,’ said

Chris Exelby, managing director of TSL Products. ‘Our values and mission are aligned in the strong belief of empowering the end-user to have complete control of their system. We can now accomplish this by providing the most modern, compatible, expandable system available, and by offering a wide range of user-friendly controllers, panels and virtual interfaces. Both TSL and DNF are built from strong engineering roots and have a combined 60+ years in delivering systems for customers worldwide.’ www.dnfcontrols.com www.tslproducts.com

CT and eclipse make Olympics ceremonies special

UAE: The Special Olympics World Games recently commenced in Abu Dhabi, the first time the event has been held in the Middle East and North Africa region. Supporting the opening and closing ceremonies at Zayed Sports Stadium, Creative Technologies (CT) delivered all live video aspects, including screens, an LED floor and a large mapped floor projection working with its client, People, while eclipse provided full lighting support for the event, as well as the rigging infrastructure for all the AVL components. A large 600m2 LED screen was placed by CT directly opposite the VIP box where the crown prince and heads of state sat, and the relay screens were strategically positioned around the arena to ensure no attendees missed anything. The floor LED was integrated into the main stage construction, creating a 6m-wide ‘doughnut’ display area 32m in diameter, which was then covered

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with a white projection material diffuser. ‘There was a central circular stage and an outer ring stage that we projected onto and an inner ring of 8mm LED joined the two surfaces,’ explained Dan Hughes, CT’s senior project manager. ‘We used a white diffusion on the LED to open up the viewing angle of the screen fully. The white diffusion also served to turn the LED screen into a matching white surface, so it appeared as one

full area instead of a black/negative ring in between two white stages.’ A key feature of the opening ceremony production was a 10m-diameter flying disc, which incorporated lighting, pyro and a 9m-diameter LED screen. The disc rose up 30m from the stage at the start of the show and tracked back over the main LED screen, relaying show content throughout to enhance the floor projections. At the climax of the ceremony, the two

d&b’s KSL picks up Red Dot

WORLD: d&b audiotechnik’s KSL System has been named as one of the recipients of a 2019 Red Dot Award for product design. This marks the second design award presented to a member of the German manufacturer’s SL-Series, as the GSL was awarded a Focus Open Gold prize in 2018, and the second time that d&b has scooped a Red

Dot, as its D80 amplifier was a recipient in 2014. ‘Design is evolving to a categor y in which d&b systems also demonstrate their exceptional per formance,’ says Amnon Harman, CEO of d&b audiotechnik. ‘We constantly endeavour to elevate the quality of sound and make our systems as easy to use as possible. Outstanding design contributes significantly to the benefits our customers derive from investing in d&b systems and solutions.’ The Red Dot Awards will be formally presented at the Aalto Theater in Essen, Germany on 8 July. www.dbaudio.com www.red-dot.org

torch-bearing athletes travelled on board the disc as it flew back to its centre stage position. ‘For the LED, we used our new HDMI 2.0 and 12G SDI kit to maintain a fully redundant 4k@60 4:4:4 uncompressed workflow from the media server to screen,’ noted CT’s senior video engineer, Tom Stocks. ‘In the field, we had a remote screen management system comprised of linked Barco E2 and S3s managing all LED scaling and mapping.’

the lighting rig in quite testing atmospheric conditions over a sixweek period to see things through to the end of the closing ceremony. For rigging, eclipse supplied over 120 motors and 500m as well as deploying high-speed winches to move the LED panels. ‘Ensuring that the event achieves the highest HSE standards, People drafted in the support of Gallowglass to manage the stadium side work, and Flash Entertainment ran the overall Special Olympics site infrastructure,

All projection, LED control and image processing were integrated on a centralised fully redundant network ring controlled from FOH and utilised CT’s new 1G and 10G fibre networking solutions. ‘Our 288 x 288 Crosspoint matrix took on all the main feeds and distributed them across the site, and our new Lightware 2.0 matrix managed backup feeds,’ furthered Mr Stocks. ‘For disguise, we used a main and understudy 4x4pro running HDMI 2.0 VFC cards, a main and understudy 4x4pro running 3G VFC cards and a main and understudy 2x2 running production.’ The lighting team from eclipse comprised around 10 technicians onsite to maintain and manage the continuous functionality of

including a separate set of HSE inductions,’ noted eclipse project manager, Duncan Shortt. The lighting rig from eclipse included over 800 lighting fixtures. From Claypaky, there were around 60 Scenius Unicos and 100 Mythos 2, as well as Sharpys and Super Sharpys, and spots, profiles and washes from the Alpha 1500 stable. A further 80 BMFL Blades and 50 Robin 150 LED Beams from Robe joined, together with Philips, Martin and SGM bringing a further 100 VL3500 Wash FX, Mac Auras and P5 LED Floods, respectively, all controlled from a network of five grandMA2 consoles. www.ct-group.com www.eclipse.ae

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EDUCATION Apart Innovation Tour touches down in Dubai UAE: With roadshows being an increasingly valued way for AV companies to connect with their clients and prospective markets directly, Apart Audio has taken this ethos and ran with it. Touching down at the visually stunning Five Palm Hotel in Dubai, Apart Audio is in the midst of a gruelling world tour that will take in over 40 countries and include 105 stop-offs. This might sound excessive but, when you consider the applications that Apart Audio is capable of, the reach of the tour is justified. The session at the Five Palm Hotel included a range of seminars aimed at pro audio resellers, consultants, designers and integrators, as well as a showcase of the company’s products. Headed up by international Apart advisor Anders Olsen and assisted by Armand Bulder of its local distributor and roadshow partner, Sonic Wave, the Norwegian specialist laid out an impressive manifesto for Apart Audio and the many reliable and value-for-money applications that the Belgian company are fully capable of. What

explained by Mr Olsen mirrored the way in which Apart Audio designs and markets its product lines with ease-of-use and reliability being of paramount importance. It was clear from the roadshow that the manufacturer is primarily interested in the service and retail industries, making the UAE of particular importance. Mr Olsen provided straightforward explanations of the Kubo range, Mask series, MA series amplifies and Ovo range and their many and varied applications. was impressive regarding the presentation was its interactivity from the start. Mr Olsen made full use of Poll Everywhere, an app that allows the presenter to pose market research questions that result in immediate and very usable data. Considering that Apart Audio would be visiting most corners of Europe, Asia, Africa and North and South America, this data is immeasurable in its value. As the assembled guests came from a wide array of backgrounds and knowledge levels, the way in which the product range was

New to the Apart Audio product line and unveiled at the ISE show in Amsterdam earlier this year is the Spotify Connect Tuner and the Dante audio networking I/O boxes, both of which are due out this summer. Already on the market but garnering impressive attention nonetheless were the Prezone1 and 2 preamplifiers that boast simplified controls for more intuitive use, as well as P60DT omnidirectional pendant speakers. While Apart Audio, by its own admission, is not likely to win awards for innovation, these smart adapters offer its clients a tried, tested and refined product range that will secure much more in return business and plaudits for their functionality and reliability. The result of this very presentation revealed a solid company that is fully aware of its place in the loudspeaker market and the direction that it wants the company to take instead of overreaching into markets they have little experience in. www.apart-audio.com

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DWR offers SARA Tech training at the South African State Theatre a helping hand SOUTH AFRICA: DWR Distribution recently assisted the South African Roadies Association (SARA) with delivering niche training to young technical production engineers, while also renovating and decorating one of the association’s classrooms to create a friendly learning environment. DWR has pledged to offer a training course at SARA for every course hosted at its own premises, with the exclusion of international training. DWR lighting designer Jannie de Jager served as the training instructor for a basic lighting course tailored to SARA’s

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needs, with assistance from Ole Boinamo. ‘The students were very passionate and feverishly taking notes, illustrating the need that SARA desires to fulfil,’ said Mr de Jager. ‘They were eager, hungry for knowledge and keen to broaden their scope. The future is bright with this sort of work ethic.’ The course covered lighting essentials, with topics including cables, connecters, DMX, power distribution and safety guidelines.

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SOUTH AFRICA: Having invested in a DiGiCo SD12 at the end of last year, the South African State Theatre in Pretoria recently received training on the new desk from DWR’s Kyle Robson. This was followed by dot2 training for its MA Lighting console and a Theatre Lighting Workshop. The SD12 is currently being used in the 1,300-seat Opera Theatre, which is the largest venue at the State Theatre. ‘We initially decided on the SD12 as we wanted a mixer that could handle large productions without having to compromise on channels and aux/group busses,’ explained Tshiamo Mokgadi, an

audio technician at the State Theatre. ‘We hosted a production called Freedom the musical, using over 70 lines. It was a bit of a challenge at the beginning because of the old console we were using – channels had to be cut and so on. After getting the DiGiCo, we managed to pull off the show without having to cut anything.’ Mr Robson presented a practical, two-day SD12 training session at the start of 2019, covering all the basics from major setups, functions, controls and parameters to the enhanced features of the desk such as control, mirroring consoles and

programming for complex shows and systems. ‘We got the desk set up and running to cover the major shows the State Theatre will be doing,’ commented Mr Robson. ‘The guys are blown away by the ease-of-use of the console.’ The following dot2 training was presented in English, Tshwana and Zulu at DWR’s premises in Johannesburg by Ole Boinamo. ‘Because the team are used to working on a grandMA2 full-size, it was all about decoding to a smaller-scale trick in their minds,’ noted Mr Boinamo. ‘But they got it, and we covered everything from effects, to patching, layout and presets.’ The Theatre Lighting Workshop was an intensive, two-day course focused on all aspects of lighting from histor y to design, presented by DWR’s Michael Taylor-Broderick and hosted at the theatre. ‘The crew were deeply invested,’ said Mr TaylorBroderick. ‘I was moved by one of the senior staff who came to me after the training and said I had instilled a new passion for lighting in him. That’s what it’s all about. Making people enjoy what they do and giving them the tools to do so.’ www.dwrdistribution.co.za

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Xilica appoints Avant Garde for UAE and Oman MIDDLE EAST: Xilica has appointed Abu Dhabi-based company Avant Garde as its new distributor for the UAE and Oman. With a sizable stock holding, the distributor plans to suppor t dealers, distribution par tners and consultants with easy access to the range, supplemented by Xilica-led Cer tified Dealer training sessions on the ground in

‘Xilica is delighted to appoint Avant Garde to take the lead in distributing Xilica solutions across the UAE and Oman: two countries with highly complex, but fast-growing, AV markets that will relish the opportunity to work with a new breed of DSP solution,’ commented Xilica’s dealer services manager, Becky Kay. ‘Xilica's flagship Solaro

Dubai, a dedicated helpline and resources specific to the GCC region in English and Arabic. Avant Garde has been an existing dealer of Xilica’s for several years and has installed the company’s products in a number of prestigious local projects. Following the announcement, the two companies are already exploring dates for the first Xilica Cer tified Dealer course to take place in the Middle East.

Series delivers unparalleled flexibility and customisation through its modular design, minimising unnecessary wastage and overspend, and is per fect for the exciting, experience-led applications that Avant Garde and its dealers specialise in, including entertainment and nightlife, food and beverage, hospitality, corporate and retail.’

L–R: Jacques Mostert, Andrew Rowan and Ruan Joubert of Surgesound SOUTH AFRICA: Surgesound has been named as Solid State Logic’s new live sound distributor for South Africa. The company, which boasts an impressive portfolio of clients and past projects, provides high-end live solutions for tours, concerts, churches and other venues across the region. ‘Surgesound represents some of the world’s leading professional audio equipment so, when we wanted to add

mixing consoles to our portfolio, there was no question as to which brand we wanted,’ stated Andrew Rowan, managing director of Surgesound. ‘Apart from SSL’s outstanding reputation on product and sonic quality, they also have excellent support and service and that was extremely important to us. We pride ourselves on our reputation for training and service, so this makes an excellent fit.’

‘Our live range fits per fectly with the other brands managed by Surgesound,’ added Jonathan Attard, area sales manager for SSL. ‘Moreover, they have the field experience and technical knowhow to make any client feel at ease. This is why Surgesound was clearly the right partner for us in South Africa.’ www.solidstatelogic.com www.surgesound.co.za

GSL Professional expands distribution MIDDLE EAST: Continuing the expansion of its distribution portfolio, Dubai-based GSL Professional has announced that it will now represent Celestion in the Gulf region, as well as becoming the GCC distributor for QSC’s Systems and Live Sound catalogues. Both companies cited the distributor’s extensive experience and expertise in the local market as the primary reasons behind their decisions. ‘As QSC continues to expand the Q-Sys ecosystem and Live Sound portfolio and focus on specific vertical markets, we look forward to working with GSL Professional to provide new and existing customers the service and support needed in order to accelerate growth in the region,’ commented QSC’s senior director, sales management for EMEASA, Ron Marchant. ‘We want to thank our existing distribution partners SGTC Professional (Systems) and PAXT Ltd (Live Sound) for helping establish QSC as a globally recognised leader in audio, video and control solutions

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for business partners and endusers alike.’ ‘It was clear very quickly that GSL Professional were a natural fit to work with Celestion, developing our sales in the Middle East,’ commented Celestion’s distribution sales manager, Neil McDougall. ‘Their experience in all aspects of the audio products industry is considerable, and we value their knowledge, professionalism and dynamic approach. This partnership is an important part of our overall strategy to further develop a strong and successful worldwide distribution business for our professional audio loudspeakers

and compression drivers. It will enable Celestion to significantly strengthen our presence in the UAE and the greater Middle East region.’ ‘QSC has a very impressive line of solutions that are dedicated to enhancing the end-user experience with sophisticated digital audio, video and control platforms for a diverse range of applications. As QSC continues to become a force in the market, GSL is the ideal partner to provide the technical expertise and design consultation to ensure customers understand the breadth of the QSC portfolio while helping them deliver real business outcomes,’ stated GSL Professional managing director, Adrian Curtis. ‘Similarly, we are also very pleased to represent Celestion in the Gulf region, bringing their professional range of loudspeakers and compression drivers to the local market. The GSL service team is available for all repairs and spares supply as needed.’ www.gslprofessional.com www.qsc.com

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NMK to distribute Ayrton Lighting GCC: NMK Electronics has been appointed as the new exclusive distributor for Ayrton Lighting in the GCC. Ayrton joins an impressive portfolio of audio, video, communication and entertainment lighting brands that includes Shure, Neutrik, Avid, Bose, Luminex, Clear-Com and Terbly among others. ‘The lighting industry has changed quite rapidly over the last few years with the introduction and acceptance of LED fixtures as suitable replacements to conventional lamp-based fixtures. Aytron is on the rise globally, taking a large portion of the market share of the lighting entertainment industry by consistently developing state-of-the-art lighting fixtures that reduce operating costs while maintaining high lumen output. Our team were very impressed with the current portfolio and future roadmap. Working with Ayrton in the GCC

will further cement NMK’s already prestigious name in the live events industry as a distributor of premium brands,’ stated NMK chief operating officer, Alex Kemanes. ‘Many regional lighting designers and events companies have all been very keen to use the Aytron fixtures but never really got the opportunity to test them in a real environment. We will now be able to give our clients handson experience with the fixtures to understand more about the Ayrton philosophy.’ ‘Ayrton is very pleased to welcome NMK to the family,’ commented Ayrton regional sales manager, Zane Cretten. ‘With NMK’s vast knowledge of the GCC market spanning over 31 years, we are confident that they will be able to do Ayrton justice and we look forward to a long and prosperous relationship.’ www.ayrton.eu www.nmkelectronics.com

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MIDDLE EAST: Dubai-based SLS Productions has appointed Bryan Kelly as assistant sales director. Mr Kelly moves to SLS having undertaken a variety of roles throughout his career, incorporating project management, sales and technical sales management with brands including Robe Lighting and Green Hippo. He will work closely with sales and marketing director, Ed Jarman. ‘I am excited to be joining the team at SLS Production to continue its success and be part of the growth moving forward,’ stated Mr Kelly. ‘SLS is the longest-running AV supplier in the region for a reason and delivers first-class productions throughout the Gulf. We have a busy year ahead of us and I hope to bring my experience and skills to the team.’

UAE: Neumann&Müller Event Technology (N&M) has announced that Felix Erdmann and Jens Giessler will preside over the company’s UAE division following the departure of Rick Wade. Mr Erdmann will be the new general manager, while Mr Giessler is a senior partner of the group.

L–R: Bryan Kelly with SLS sales and marketing director Ed Jarman Starting in the industry at a young age, Mr Kelly worked changing PAR can lamps and fitting gels for threetime Eurovision lighting designer, Joe Canavan, before going on to operate and programme consoles for productions in Dublin theatres. He has a degree in product management that covers stage,

business and finance management, and lighting and audio design. He has been a part of many projects including West End productions, world tours, blue chip corporate events, permanent lighting installations and sporting events. www.slspro.net

Martin Audio’s Richard Van Nairn to cover ME region MEA: With the recent restructure of the Martin Audio sales force, Richard Van Nairn has added the Middle East region (including Israel and Jordan) to his remit. Mr Van Nairn has assumed many of the territories that were previously handled by Bradley Watson, who has become the company’s new international sales director, and in total now looks after Cyprus, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Slovenia, Estonia and the PALOPS block, as well as the Middle East and the whole of Africa, apart from South Africa.

‘I feel privileged to be entrusted with so much responsibility at a time when Martin Audio’s sales are at a record high,’ commented

Mr Van Nairn. ‘The opportunity to expand the brand’s visibility in some of the lesser-known parts of the world remains of paramount importance.’ ‘During his time at the company, Richard has been responsible for opening up a number of territories and radically improving our distributor network,’ added Mr Watson. ‘He is more than capable of taking on this additional responsibility at a critical time in the company’s development.’ www.martin-audio.com

Matt Czyzewski named new president of Renkus-Heinz WORLD: Renkus-Heinz has appointed Matt Czyzewski as its new president. Mr Czyzewski is well known for his tenure at Biamp, which spanned more than two decades, starting as product manager and working his way up to the roles of VP, executive VP, COO and, finally, CEO. ‘Matt Czyzewski's combination of engineering, business development and progressive management experience makes him a great choice to lead Renkus-Heinz into the future,’ said Harro Heinz, founder and CEO of Renkus-Heinz. ‘Matt understands the importance of constantly innovating to develop

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region allows the local operation to have the continuing ability to connect with senior management and collaborate creatively with international branches. The new management structure is also part of a wider company strategy to support business derived from the Dubai EXPO 2020.

new and better technological solutions, and he thinks globally. We're thrilled that he will be our new president, and we welcome him to the family.’

Mr Czyzewski explained that he has been impressed with the Renkus-Heinz sound quality for several years. ‘Their speakers are used in many of the most impressive houses of worship, performing arts centres and other top venues,’ he said. ‘It's an honour to have the opportunity to lead Renkus-Heinz's exceptional team to even greater success. Renkus-Heinz is that rare company that has been an industry legend for decades but never rests on its laurels, continuing to deliver new, ground-breaking products.’

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L–R: Felix Erdmann and Jens Giessler ‘We are very grateful for Rick’s contributions to building and leading the UAE venture for over eight years,’ commented Alex Ostermaier, group managing director. ‘He has been a key player in the company’s achievements in this region.’ Since 2018, this office has become the core of two business units: events rental and system integration. The group states the new management structure at the Dubai office enables it to effectively enhance the quality of customer service, while the presence of two executives in the

Mr Erdmann came on board six years ago as a project manager, quickly gaining the trust of the senior management. Last year, he became the head of the new system integration business unit after delivering successful projects such as the Astana Sphere 'Nur Alem', Energy Best Practice, Shell, Austrian and the German pavilions at the Expo 2017 Astana, in Kazakhstan. Mr Giessler, meanwhile, is a senior partner and a board member of the N&M group. www.neumannmueller.com

Pro audio solutions shake-up at Sennheiser

Mark Posgay WORLD: The retirement of Sennheiser’s long-serving SVP of global sales for pro audio solutions, John Falcone, has sparked a domino effect within the manufacturer’s pro audio solutions division. Mark Posgay has been named as Mr Falcone’s successor, and has immediately appointed a new leadership team. This new team includes

Christophe van den Berghe, who has been promoted to the role of VP of sales and marketing for pro audio solutions in EMEA. Mr Falcone will officially retire in October. Until then, he will work closely with Mr Posgay to ensure a smooth transition. ‘I am very pleased to announce these exciting changes to the Sennheiser pro audio solutions channel, which will help to get us even closer to our customers, through outstanding technology, service and support,’ said Mr Posgay. ‘I would like to congratulate Christophe, Simon and Vince on their new roles and look forward to working together as a team to continue to exceed the expectations of our present and future customers.’ www.sennheiser.com

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Portable projection THE SIX members of Panasonic’s LB series of por table projectors provide brightness levels ranging from 3,000 to 4,100 lumens and either WXGA or XGA resolutions. They offer a lamp replacement cycle of 20,000 hours (in eco mode). All models Vikesh Thamban feature a high contrast ratio of 16,000:1 and a daylight UAE: VV & viewDubai-based function todistributor ensure highSons has appointed Vikesh Thamban quality images even in brightly aslitnew manager its professional rooms. Theofprojectors also AVsuppor divisiont following thesearch departure auto input andof Prajesh Mr Thamban, who was cornerDalal. keystone correction. The previously head of PT-LW335 the projectshave team PL-LW375 and and has been with the distributor a WXGA resolution; the other since in 2008 a design fourjoining models:the as PT-LB425, engineer, plansPT-LB355 to use theand new role PT-LB385, to PT-LB305 improve relationships with both an XGA resolution. customers Inser tingand thesuppliers, optional while ETexpanding company’s reachinto WML100the wireless module throughout the USB the porregion. t on the projector allows users to wirelessly project from Windows PCs, iOS or Android devices with

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it’s for a high end broadcast professional, Hollywood feature filmmakers or a young web broadcaster, we think very carefully about how David Dohrmann andpeople Ben Millson are going to use our products ‘I will deliver technical support and then design them to be and expertise, while faster and easier to Ben use will than handle sales, combining for a Daniel Rivera

according to the manufacturer. The solution reportedly achieves greater than 90% of the Rec. 2020 colour space and 5,000:1 on/off contract with ultra-high contrast lenses. The Christie Mirage SST can be installed in single or multiprojector configurations and is compatible with Christie Mystique Install, Chris Gille which aims to simplifiy Asthe a result of Mrinstallation Rivera’s promotion, design, Chris hasout filled theofrole of andGille maintenance multianything else there. Good business development projector arrays, Christiefor products don’t needand tospecialist be the houseorofexpensive. worship market. Mr Gille Guardian, which offers complex They need is perform well prepared for thisreal-time position automated, invisible, to exceptionally well, with AV systems and operation blended image even they need todesign becorrection affordable and experience, as to a background when content iswell playing. they need toasbe easy use.’ in technical management. better overall service in Asia www.christiedigital.com Pacific.’ www.blackmagicdesign.com www.meyersound.com Mr Millson will serve as the

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WORLD: John Major has been hired by Biamp to fill the role of vice president of operations, in which he will oversee THE CAST Group launched manufacturing, thehas supply wysiwyg R42, which introduces chain and order fulfilment. Mr aMajor plethora newPortland-based features joinsof from such a VR experience when Summit Core Strategies, which the lighting design software is develops and implements connected to the Vivechain or manufacturing andHTC supply Oculus Rift.forThis allows users strategies its clients. to‘Biamp ‘step inside’ their to is one of thedesigns few experience them vir tually before sizeable technology companies implementation. Other new still manufacturing in Oregon,’ features include the president, Position said Biamp CEO and Tool, a dockable window that of Rashid Skaf. ‘John’s 35 years displays an will object’s position experience drive continuous and allows theacross user to change improvement operations its by clicking in of andlocation, help us make the most various directions or entering this unique, powerful asset. He an exact coordinate. also possesses incredible R42 insights brings improved truss suppor t, into both the technology cleaner representation, industryobject and manufacturing aprocesses display asthat screen option for will help Biamp’s LED walls, the operations ability to cast manufacturing keep shadows shaded pace withper the object, company’s rapid view to tooltips, enhanced product line expansion and laser visualisation, andgrowth.’ more. overall business

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In other news from the Canadian manufacturer, BlackTrax V2.3.3 combines tracking with lighting, media interactivity, moving projection mapping, 3D positional audio and camera tracking. V2.3.3 aims to act as an aggregate control suite for all cameras on production and will allow users the possibility to link between modules and quickly set up Mr Major scenes anddescribed subjects his withnew the role at Biamp as an incredible appropriate cameras, locations opportunity. ‘As apresets. well- In and automation established, addition, PTZindustry-leading positional presets brand, it’s easywith to admire whatto provide users the ability the company has accomplished position and save non-tracked and its future cameras with potential. an infiniteI’m amount excited to be part ofthat thewill of camera presets leadership team the thatPTZs will write point and zoom in any Biamp’sposition. next chapter.’ desired

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HAVING FOCUSED on the high-power end HAVING FOCUSED on the high-power end of the Delta and DNA amplifier ranges of the Delta and DNA 2amplifier ranges last year, XTA and MC2 have shifted last year, XTA and MC have shifted focus to the other end of the spectrum focus to the other end of the spectrum with the release of the Delta 20 and with the release of the Delta 20 and DNA20. Weighing 5kg, the models DNA20. Weighing 5kg, the models are the companies’ first 1U amps and are the companies’ first 1U amps and feature quad-channel designs aimed at feature quad-channel designs aimed at applications where a mix of installationapplications where a mix of installationfriendly features and optimum sound friendly features and optimum sound quality are required. quality are required. A bespoke PFC supply delivers 350W A bespoke PFC supply delivers 350W per channel anywhere into any load down per channel anywhere into any load down to 2Ω, and channels are bridgeable and to 2Ω, and channels are bridgeable and linkable for ease-of-use. Also available is linkable for ease-of-use. Also available is 100V/70V drive on a per-channel basis, 100V/70V drive on a per-channel basis, and an auto-standby mode cuts idle and an auto-standby mode cuts idle power consumption by 50% with ‘almost power consumption by 50% with ‘almost instantaneous’ wake-up of less than instantaneous’ wake-up of less than 200ms. 200ms. In line with the other Delta non-DSP In line with the other Delta non-DSP amplifiers from MC22 and the DNA amplifiers from MC and the DNA amplifiers from XTA, both models can be amplifiers from XTA, both models can be fitted with a 96kHz quad-channel Dante fitted with a 96kHz quad-channel Dante interface to give them networked audio interface to give them networked audio capabilities, which can be reverted to capabilities, which can be reverted to analogue via a rear-panel switch. For analogue via a rear-panel switch. For installation use, the amplifiers also installation use, the amplifiers also feature GPIO control and monitoring feature GPIO control and monitoring and a backup system that allows two and a backup system that allows two amplifiers to be interconnected for amplifiers to be interconnected for seamless fallover in a fault or power-loss seamless fallover in a fault or power-loss situation. situation.

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In addition to In addition to the new ‘20’ amps, the new ‘20’ amps, the two manufacturers the two manufacturers have showcased their ‘features release’ have showcased their ‘features release’ of firmware for the Delta DSP and DPA of firmware for the Delta DSP and DPA amplifier ranges. This includes new GPI amplifier ranges. This includes new GPI control of the most critical amp features control of the most critical amp features – input and output gain adjustments – input and output gain adjustments via VCA-type controls, mutes (including via VCA-type controls, mutes (including a system mute), standby control and a system mute), standby control and memory recall. GPI control connected memory recall. GPI control connected to one amplifier can be relayed onto to one amplifier can be relayed onto additional models, and GPO monitoring additional models, and GPO monitoring gives feedback of power and protection gives feedback of power and protection states. states. Also included in the release is a Also included in the release is a fallback system for input source fallback system for input source selection, allowing the user to select selection, allowing the user to select primary, secondary and tertiary input primary, secondary and tertiary input sources and switch between them sources and switch between them automatically in the event of a loss of automatically in the event of a loss of signal. This can be either Dante (external signal. This can be either Dante (external routing changes or loss of signal) or routing changes or loss of signal) or AES (loss of signal), and will return to AES (loss of signal), and will return to the highest priority source if conditions the highest priority source if conditions return to normal. Improved Dante return to normal. Improved Dante

integration also integration also includes the ability to reflect includes the ability to reflect amplifier and channel naming (within amplifier and channel naming (within AudioCore) to the Dante card, simplifying AudioCore) to the Dante card, simplifying routing setup and assignment when routing setup and assignment when using Dante Controller. using Dante Controller. Finally, a bespoke, programmable, Finally, a bespoke, programmable, remote, eight-button wall panel – the remote, eight-button wall panel – the DPanel-8 – has been introduced that DPanel-8 – has been introduced that can be programmed (by the user) to can be programmed (by the user) to control gains, mutes, standby and recall control gains, mutes, standby and recall memories on any Delta or DPA amplifiers, memories on any Delta or DPA amplifiers, as well as working with other DP4 and as well as working with other DP4 and 5 Series processors and DC1048. It is 5 Series processors and DC1048. It is powered directly from a DPA or Delta powered directly from a DPA or Delta DSP amplifier and uses the RS485 bus DSP amplifier and uses the RS485 bus to ensure compatibility with all units. to ensure compatibility with all units. Buttons can be programmed to work Buttons can be programmed to work in groups for memory recall, and the in groups for memory recall, and the LED backlight colour can be chosen per LED backlight colour can be chosen per button, as well as the repeat time for button, as well as the repeat time for gain adjustments, with selectable stepgain adjustments, with selectable stepsize and max/min ranges. size and max/min ranges. www.mc2-audio.co.uk www.mc2-audio.co.uk www.xta.co.uk www.xta.co.uk

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Web-based amplification Biamp offers freedom and security AUDAC HAS developed the AMP203, an amplifier with network input via Dante, which allows a full media networking solution to distribute uncompressed

connector uses a four-pin terminal block connector with 30W output power per channel and 60W when bridged.

AMP203 audio across a standard Ethernet network with near-zero latency, while also allowing all other data to be connected on the same network. The AMP203 relies on PoE to receive both power and signal through a single networking cable. It can reportedly be integrated into any new or existing system. Decentralising a system by integrating an amplifier at each zone enables individual control of the audio while it is also distributed over the network. The AMP203 also features low-pass, bandpass and high-pass filters, and all configurations can be made via RS485 or Ethernet. The output

Also new from Audac is the ARU20x relay module, designed for flexibility with myriad ways of switching the four, eight or more relays provided. Options include the integrated web interface, optional paging consoles and analogue contact triggering. Meanwhile, the NMP40 Audio Streaming Sourcecon module allows users to playback from popular streaming services, such as Spotify, on a professional audio system via the cloud using a computer or mobile device as a controller. www.audac.eu

BIAMP HAS introduced the first ‘enterprise-ready, rackmounted amplifiers with 100% asymmetric power distribution’ with its new Tesira 1200.1 four-channel, 1,200W model with a single asymmetric bank, and Tesira 1200.2, a 2,400W amplifier with four channels and dual asymmetric banks. The manufacturer states that these give systems integrators ‘the freedom to distribute any amount of available power with vir tually no limitations’, and that they are the only amplifiers to suppor t 802.1X authentication, which makes them ‘the most secure option on the market’. Single-cable amplifier solutions, both Tesira models employ media and control via a

single por t. The manufacturer’s power distribution architecture enables designers and integrators to distribute anywhere between 1–100% of power available to any channel. They also suppor t selectable impedance (4Ω, 8Ω, 70V or 100V) and patented delay equalisation on each channel, for additional system design flexibility. In addition, both models include an ‘audible locate’ feature on the front panel that allows installers to validate connected loudspeaker runs quickly. Biamp has also introduced a vast range of other solutions recently. These include the announcement that Tesira conferencing solutions are now

cer tified for use with Google’s Hangouts Meet hardware, and new capabilities for its SageVue browser-based monitoring and management platform, including systems monitoring and management for networked Tesira and Devio devices as par t of the SageVue 2.0 release. New products include the Parlé family of beamtracking microphones, which sees the TCM-X ceiling and TTM-X tabletop models join the TCM-1 pendant; the desono speaker family, comprising the P6 and P6-SM, which are suited to retail, restaurants and other spaces requiring BGM; and the desono C-IC6 conferencing speakers. www.biamp.com

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LD Systems extends its network WITH THE IPA series, LD Systems has expanded its growing installation portfolio with a series of DSP-based, four-channel installation power amplifiers. The new IPA412 (120W) and IPA424 (240W) feature integrated transformers on each channel providing 100V/70V tap and low-Z output down to 4Ω. Each model includes a slot for an expansion card, which can be used to control the IPA amplifiers including all DSP parameters, via Ethernet. Integration into larger installation networks is made possible with Dante AoIP connectivity. The DSP section includes PEQ with matched speaker library, dynamics, matrix mixer, priority source selector and delay. With the addition of a Controller Area Network (CAN) bus, the IPA series can also interact with remote units and paging microphones. The German manufacturer has also created the first member of

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IPA424 its IMA series of installation mixing amplifiers. Offering versatile input and output options and multi-stage priority switching, the IMA30 is a 2U model housed in a 9.5-inch chassis. Features include two mic/ line inputs with +24VDC phantom selector, two stereo line inputs plus an integrated Bluetooth wireless signal input for connecting music sources and a priority input for emergency paging. Included are a powered 30W at 4Ω output in addition to a 70V/100V tap together with bass and treble tone controls. Optimum frequency response is achieved in lowimpedance applications by virtue

The DQOR series of a low-Z/high-Z selector that separates the output signal from the output transformer. The IMA30 can also be used with external amplifiers, subwoofers or music-onhold systems via the separate aux line output. The IMA30 offers four priority levels for emergency calls, mic/line inputs and connected music sources in addition to a selectable automatic standby mode for Energy Star certification. The DQOR loudspeaker series is a line of installation loudspeakers created for both indoor and outdoor use. The newly designed

two-way systems are available as low-impedance (8Ω) and highimpedance (16Ω ) versions with tap switch for variable power output in 70V/100V applications. Available in black or white finishes and in 3-, 5.25- and 8-inch formats, the speakers also incorporate an integrated wall mount plus a convenient slide-and-lock mechanism. The addition of an integrated connection panel allows the speakers to be connected without visible cable paths, while the 27-inch tilt and 45-inch pan mechanism allows exact positioning for precise sound coverage. The Maui active column speaker system series has evolved with the introduction of a new I1 installation model comprising nine 3-inch woofers and two 1-inch, neodymium, high-frequency drivers together with an integrated 2.5way crossover and 120W RMS power at 8Ω. The BEM-optimised, high-frequency waveguide provides precise adjustment of the vertical dispersion, ensuring homogeneous dispersion in acoustically

Maui I1 challenging environments. For seamless integration into constantvoltage loudspeaker systems, the Maui I1 has an input mode switch with 8Ω/70V/100V options and a power tap selector for highimpedance use with 60W, 30W, 15W and 7.5W taps. Available in black or white, flexibility is enhanced with the inclusion of a dedicated U-bracket for flexible wall and ceiling mounting. www.ld-systems.com

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Independent control APART AUDIO has added a raft of new offerings to its product catalogue. First off is two multifunctional stereo preamplifiers: Prezone1 with two stereo volume zones and Prezone2 with two stereo source and volume zones. The units reportedly boast a higher signal-to-noise ratio, ease-of-use, a logical design and versatile installation features. Both preamps provide two mics with balanced mono mic/line input and mono summed stereo RCA, along with four stereo line music inputs. There is an independent mono/stereo switch per zone and independent dual tone control of the music source per zone on the rear panel. The P60DT is a 6.5-inch, two-way pendant loudspeaker for rooms with high ceilings or large open spaces. Available in black and white, the P60DT comes with

current audio signal status. Both converters are built in a slim IU half-rack unit wide chassis without front panel controls. The PMR4000RMKIII is a multisource music player with an integrated FM RDS/DAB/DAB+ tuner, internet radio, Spotify

APDI a dual Gripple wire suspension system, a Euroblock in/out connector, loudspeaker cables and a 70V/100V power rotary with 16Ω connectivity and can be hidden after installation by a specially designed end-cap. The APDI analogue to Dante audio convertor enables users to connect any analogue audio device to a Dante network. Users can connect balanced or unbalanced, stereo or dual mono line level signals to the RCA or Euroblock input of the APDI and then only one RJ45 cable is needed to link

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PMR4000RMKII to the Dante network. The APDI is compatible with DDM, while input channels 1 and 2 have a rotary gain control and clip LED indicator on the rear that allows users to easily configure the input signal. Similarly, the APDO Dante to analogue converter allows users to send audio to any analogue device over the Dante network. Channels 1 and 2 have a front and rear clipoverload LED indicator and signal –40dB on the front displaying the

Connect, UPnP and a USB media player that allows users to play any file (MP3, WMA, FLAC or WAV) located on any networked device. The PMR4000RMKIII can be controlled via an iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch or any Android device. The UNDOK from Frontier Silicon app connects automatically with the PMR4000RMKIII and allows full control of the device, including source and media selection.

Finally, the SQGR is an optional square grille with integrated safety wire that fits all loudspeakers in the CM Design Series. The adaptor has been designed to suit contemporary interior styling converting every round CM Design loudspeaker into a loudspeaker with a square grille. For the smaller loudspeakers in the range, adapter rings are provided in the box. The grille measures 295mm x 295mm x 5.5mm (HxWxD). www.apartaudio.com

QSC expands Q-Sys Ecosystem THE CX-Q Series of network power amplifiers for the Q-Sys Ecosystem feature four- and eight-channel models that can take advantage of network routing capabilities as well as advanced processing, control, monitoring and loudspeaker output load. The amps also assist Q-Sys in deploying signature QSC technologies like Intrinsic Correction, which maximises QSC loudspeaker performance and protection. Both four- and eight-channel models include Q versions, with network inputs as well as routable mic/ line audio inputs that provide additional on-ramps to the Q-Sys Ecosystem, as well as Qn versions that feature only network audio inputs to reduce system cost when additional inputs are unnecessary. The CX-Q Series incorporates a Class-D hybrid powertrain design built on the PL380 PowerLight amplifier platform. The amps also feature two QSC amplifier innovations: FlexAmp and FAST (Flexible Amplifier Summing Technology). FlexAmp allows for asymmetric output channel loading by drawing

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Boreal FET Compressor

Tierra takes compression to the max

CX-Q Series from large power reserves and distributing customised output power levels per channel. FAST allows channels to be combined to deliver either higher voltage loads (up to 200Vrms output) or higher current loads (up to 35A). Together, these technologies are said to help expedite installation while decreasing overall system cost by reducing wasted power and channels. QSC has also announced a collaboration with Google Cloud that allows Hangouts Meet hardware users to extend their

video conference experience to larger, more complex environments. As a result of this collaboration, the Q-Sys Core 110f processor is now certified for Hangouts Meet hardware solutions. This allows installers to integrate audio from Q-Sys Core 110f to Hangouts Meet hardware via a simple USB connection, providing access to I/O count, software-based acoustic echo cancellation, room combining and advanced EQ capabilities. www.qsc.com

TIERRA AUDIO has unveiled its Boreal FET Compressor which offers gain reduction through a FET transistor. It is described as having the capacity to generate extensive gain reductions in a transparent way and can bring all the elements that comprise the mix to the foreground. It reportedly avoids degradation, has an extended transparency and a musical pumping, allowing users to compress their takes to the maximum, without losing any character. The Spanish manufacturer has also released a solid-state preamp with a slow transient response rate. Lava incorporates two sound modes (classic and modern) and three inputs (microphone, line and instrument). It reportedly offers total recall and remote control, along with no added harmonic distortion and gain levels up to 80dB. The power supply is 100% isolated from the digital system to avoid noise

transfers and promote stability. The manufacturer’s patent-pending BMI technology is said to allow users full digital control and recall of the device’s functions and manage features from a plug-in inserted in the DAW that allows self-recognition of the hardware route and automatic latency compensation. Users can also access the device from a mobile app without running the risk of adding sound distortion to the original analogue signal. The device is also connected to Tierra Audio’s Cloud Services to provide access to internet services and allow users to monitor the preamp’s internal performance while keeping an eye on environmental conditions, such as voltage, magnetism, pressure, temperature and humidity. The device is built with gold-plated Neutrik connectors and a corrosionfree aluminium case. tierra-audio

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Yamaha refines its MMP1 Outline system maximises efficiency

down 180Hz before the KMT18s take control lower 150mm,’ Schroeder. ‘We gained another screen withexplains two VX4S controllers forthen main/backup and a is the to most complex and time-consuming part of of thethe lighting frequencies. Located in the DJwere booth, the upstairs 150mmV-800HD in heightswitcher by recessing eachbetween fixture into the ceiling Roland to switch Resolume, the to rig.’ The lighting specifications outlined by the passive main speaker system is powered byin single K-array obtain the desired lighting ambience.’ satellite camera feed and Playback Pro. 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K-array lays a discreet track A STANDOUT solution at this year’s ISE was K-array’s Rail, a product that combines audio and lighting. Rail is a 1.2m line of warm, homogeneous linear LED lights that houses full-range cone drivers. Several combinations are available to cover a wide range of applications. All Rail options are available in black or white and include three 5-inch glass fibre audio transducers designed for maximum excursion. The inclusion of full-range speakers negates the need for subwoofers. Up to 12 Rail units can be driven by a single channel of the manufacturer’s four-channel Kommander-KA02 amplifier, meaning that one amp can power 48 Rails. Once powered up, Rail

K-array’s Rail offers plug-and-play capability and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as USB ports and a mini-jack input. If more powerful sound is needed, Rails can be combined with K-array’s larger Kommander amp and paired with its subwoofer families. Rail models are driven at 24V. Versions are also available with DALI included, allowing for

individual management of each unit for functionality such as light dimming. Multiple mounting options and dedicated accessories are also available for Rail. The Pendant model is when Rail is surfacemounted to the ceiling. The Semi-Flushed model reduces the visibility of the unit, while the

Flushed version is completely inlaid in the ceiling. A Suspended version provides a hanging option, while the Applique version can be surface-mounted to the wall. Other mounting options include corner Rails and complete systems in the T-models. In other news, K-array has us wondering whether it has developed

line arrays. Incorporating the same EMB2S compression driver, a similar tonal balance and seamless zone-fill coverage is enhanced when combining ArenaMatch and ArenaMatch Utility loudspeakers. Designed to interface with PowerMatch amplifiers, ControlSpace DSPs and ControlSpace Designer software – including Dante connectivity – ArenaMatch modules incorporate a 14-inch neodymium woofer together with six Bose EMB2S titaniumdiaphragm neodymium compression drivers in each module. Weatherresistant features include a three-layer stainless steel grille, water-resistant woofer cone coating, a polyurethane exterior finish and a moulded input cover. Biamp capability, a passive crossover and 70V/100V transformer inputs are included within the ArenaMatch modules, while M12 threaded inserts with internal steel link bars ensure adoption for accessory mounting hardware or custom array frames. Designed for zone-fill coverage or high SPL foreground music, the ArenaMatch Utility series is housed in a more compact IP55-rated cabinet. The four models offer wide, even coverage via a constant-

directivity, high-frequency horn that can be rotated for horizontal or vertical installation. The AMU208 module is the largest of this series operating within a 70Hz to 16kHz frequency response and capable of producing a maximum SPL of 126dB. The ControlSpace EX processor range has been expanded for use in conferencing rooms. The EX-440C and EX-12AEC processors facilitate high-quality microphone integration in small-to-medium, standalone meeting rooms. Flexibility is enhanced with the addition of four mic/line analogue inputs, four analogue outputs, VoIP and PSTN, USB, Bose AmpLink output, eight-channel acoustic echo cancelling and 16x16 Dante connectivity. Designed for more general-purpose applications, the

a shrink-ray, as it has launched several miniature speaker systems. For starters, the new AzimutKamut2L1 system is formed of two mini 1.5-inch-long Lyzard-KZ1 loudspeakers, an ultra-compact Truffle-KTR24 subwoofer and a 14cm x 14cm x 2cm KommanderKA02 amplifier. The AzimutKamut2L14 is composed of two 10-inch Lyzard-KZ14 loudspeakers, an ultra-compact Truffle-KTR25 subwoofer and a Kommander-KA02 amplifier. The Azimut-Kamut2V25, designed for when a longer throw is required, comprises two 25cm-long Vyper-KV25 loudspeakers, a TruffleKTR26 and a KommanderKA02 amplifier. www.k-array.com

Bose enters the Arena

ArenaMatch DeltaQ modules BOSE PROFESSIONAL has added DeltaQ array technology into its ArenaMatch DeltaQ array loudspeakers. Designed to better match coverage towards the audience area, directivity (Q) is configured to enhance the consistency, vocal clarity and flexibility in outdoor installations such as sports stadiums and arenas. The IP55-rated ArenaMatch DeltaQ modules come with nine coverage patterns spanning

10°, 20° or 40° vertical coverage patterns. These can be swapped for 60°, 80° or 100° horizontal waveguides – even in already assembled arrays – when adjusting horizontal coverage and creating asymmetrical patterns. ArenaMatch cabinets can be used for a customised outdoor solution, whereby 40° modules can be deployed for point source applications, while 10°, 20° and 40° modules can be adopted for

EX-1280 single-rack-unit processor integrates 12 mic/line analogue inputs, eight analogue outputs, Bose AmpLink out and 64x64 Dante connectivity. The adoption of ControlSpace Designer software simplifies set up processes with drag-and-drop programming and conference-specific software tools. Finally, Bose has added two accessories to its S1 Pro PA system. A play-through cover is available in multiple colours, while a pre-installed, rechargeable, lithium-ion battery pack and compatibility with the Bose Connect App for streaming Bluetooth audio to up to two S1 units have been added. Other accessories include the S1 Pro backpack and S1 slip cover. www.pro.bose.com

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Eliminating vibration ISOACOUSTICS HAS added to its line of isolation solutions for loudspeakers, stage monitors, subwoofers and musical instrument amplifiers with the Stage 1 isolators, said to eliminate the vibrational variables that touring musicians experience while

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playing onstage. The isolators are sold as a pack of four which can either be screwed directly to the bottom of the amplifier or attached to a board to create an isolation platform for supporting equipment. The isolators’ rugged aluminium housing features a very low-profile

design, with a height of 1.5 inches, enabling the equipment to maintain a low stance, and allowing them to fit easily inside their road cases. This is said to support a quicker set up and sound check time while on tour, eliminating the variables of

stages in different locations. The isolators can support a maximum weight of 90kg per set of four and are designed for equipment ranging from small bass combo amps to 4–12 stacked cabinets. www.isoacoustics.com

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DAS reissues a call to Action DAS AUDIO’S Action 500 Series comprises eight active and eight passive loudspeaker models, a 12-inch monitor, three subwoofers and 8-inch, 12-inch, 15-inch and dual 15-inch, full-range systems. The new 500 Series models provide an upgrade to both the design and physical feature set

of the company’s popular Action series. Powered by a new Class-D amplifier, the Action-508 incorporates a newly designed DAS 8GV transducer and M-34 compression driver, while all full-range systems in the Action series have new horns that are said to provide improved

frequency response on both the vertical and horizontal planes while offering a wider 90° x 60° dispersion. The horns can be rotated to maintain coverage coherency when used in the horizontal position, while the Action-512/512A and Action515/515A have dual-angle pole mounts (0° and 10°) that make it

possible to adapt the coverage when required. All of the active systems incorporate a mixer with two inputs. DAScontrol technology accessed via a rear-located LCD screen enables the selection of up to three different presets (Live, Dance and Monitor), as well as HPF and LPF filters that optimise the systems when used with subwoofers. The powered systems provide the option of using the logo as a limit indicator, which can easily be viewed from the cabinet front. The subwoofers of the series boast improved per formance as a result of a new high-excursion transducer (18FW) designed by DAS and said to achieve ‘clarity and high power’ in the reproduction of low frequencies. The enclosures themselves, meanwhile, are constructed of birch wood and coated with black ISO-Flex paint that is designed to achieve high durability and resistance in the most demanding environments. www.dasaudio.com

Extending the bass ADAM AUDIO’S T10S is a compact, active, 10-inch subwoofer equipped with a 130W Class-D amplifier. It has a frequency response of 32–120Hz and has been designed to extend the bass response of the manufacturer’s T Series studio monitor speakers. An internal, adjustable, two-channel crossover

allows calibration of the bass signal and provides optimal performance of the total system. The T10S’ performance, features and connectivity have been designed specifically to complement the manufacturer’s T5V and T7V nearfield monitors, and can also be used with other compact monitoring speakers. www.adam-audio.com

More bandwidth for Yamaha’s L2 switches Windows offers visual monitoring of network load, switch status, Dante device info and other essential information via a single central display. It is possible to take a ‘snapshot’ of normal operating status and trigger an alert if any variation from the norm

SWP2-10SMF LEADING A series of recent releases from Yamaha is the manufacturer’s new SWP2 series of L2 network switches, which facilitates better bandwidth than its predecessor, the SWP1 Series, via twin 10G uplink ports with opticalCON connectors. The SWP2 switches are stated to provide enough bandwidth for stable Dante networking at 96kHz, even over long distances. Available in both multi- (SWP210MMF) and single- (SWP2-10SMF) mode models, two optical fibre cables can be connected and link aggregation activated to provide trunk line redundancy via spanning tree (MSTP) protocol. Simple setup can be achieved by the ‘Optimise for Dante’ switch setting, while the SWP2 switches also allow the relevant settings for stable Dante network operation (QoS, EEE, IGMP Snooping and others) to be

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The VXC2F and VXC8S optimised via a single DIP switch. The SWP2 series switches include three built-in VLAN presets that can be selected via a DIP switch for efficient network use. A User mode that enables custom VLAN setup is also provided. Indicators on the switches show which connectors are assigned to VLAN subdivisions, while Yamaha’s LAN Monitor application for

is detected, allowing problems to be quickly identified and rectified. etherCON and opticalCON network connectors help to prevent accidental disconnection at temporary installations, with a compatible V-lock AC power connector. An XLR-4-32-type external DC input connector is also provided for an optional PA-700 power supply unit (+24V)

where power supply redundancy is required. All SWP series network switches are rack-mountable. In addition to the network switches, the VXC series of ceiling loudspeakers has gained two new additions. Featuring a newly developed 2.5-inch driver, the VXC2F is the shallowest model in the VXC series, with a depth of 76mm. Weighing 1.9kg and with a diameter of 225mm, it offers a conical coverage angle of 160°, sensitivity of 86dB SPL, a 67Hz to 20kHz (–10dB) frequency response and power rating (PGM) of 30W. With switchable low-Z (8Ω)/ high-Z inputs, the VXC2F is suitable for background music playback. The shallow depth and light weight also make it installation-friendly, together with a magnet catch grille, carrying handle and black or white (paintable) colour options. Mounting options include the PKC4 pendant mount kit, available in black or white (paintable) finish. The VXC8S, meanwhile, is the first ceiling subwoofer in the VXC range. Also designed for background music playback, its bandpass-type structure (with a

frequency response of 44Hz to 280Hz, sensitivity of 88dB SPL and low-Z: PGM 200W, Hi-Z: 3.8W to 60W in 4/5 steps) makes it an ideal solution for retail stores and larger restaurants where additional low frequencies are needed. Measuring 325mm x 315mm (WxD), installation is optimised with features including anti-drop tab, carrying band, magnet catch grille and black or white (paintable) colour options. In addition to these new products, several firmware updates have been announced recently. The new Rivage PM V3 firmware adds a number of refinements, including the new DaNSe dynamic noise suppressor plug-in, Mix to Input routing and other workflow improvements to Rivage PM series consoles. Lastly, a new 1.1.1 version firmware release from Yamaha Unified Communications for the CS-700 Video Sound Collaboration System improves camera per formance and adds access to image setting controls to make achieving highquality video easier. uc.yamaha.com www.yamahaproaudio.com

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LA family expands THE LA122.V2 has joined Nextproaudio’s LA family and is the redesigned version of the LA122, integrating the same internal components into a smaller and lighter box. The 12- and 1.4-inch neodymium speakers, custom-made by B&C, are capable of generating

LA122 1,120W of high-definition power for medium- and large-scale touring and permanent applications. The system comprises three models: two line arrays with different coverage angles (8° x 90° for the LA122.v2 and 15° x 120° for the LA122W.v2) and the LAs118.v2, a companion subwoofer system with a wide configuration. The LAs118.v2 is equipped with a custom-made B&C, long-excursion, 18-inch neodymium woofer and shares the same rigging technology as the LA122.v2 and LA122W.v2. For touring applications, the LA122.v2 can be associated to the N-RAK, a universal distribution platform for power, audio signals and network. With the dedicated factory presets, the Powersoft X8 and X4 amplified controller integrated on N-RAK is said to

constitute an ‘extremely advanced and precise’ drive system for the enclosures. The cabinets can be finished in a variety of colours to suit fixed installations. The N-RAK family consists of four models – N-RAK20, N-RAK40, N-RAK60 and N-RAK80 – all equipped with Powersoft X8 and/ or X4 amplifiers and featuring optional Dante audio networking functionality. The solution was created as a universal platform developed to aid cross-rental between the manufacturer’s worldwide users and to ensure compatibility with the cabling standard of the systems. AES3 and analogue inputs for multiple connections are also included. The Portuguese manufacturer has also developed its LA26 to deliver high SPL levels from the front row to the back of the audience. The LA26 is a two-way, full-range, passive line array cabinet housing two 6.5-inch neodymium flat diaphragm

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THE WAVEFRONT Precision Longbow (WPL) is the newest addition to Martin Audio’s Wavefront Precision Series of line array speakers. It has been developed for large-scale touring applications and installations, including use in stadiums and at houses of worship. WPL is designed as a ‘complete system’ with external iKon multichannel amplifiers, Martin Audio’s automated Display optimisation software and the Vu-Net control platform. A three-way, biamped system, WPL makes use of the manufacturer’s horn-loading technology across all frequencies, including the acoustic output of the low-frequency section. It includes dual 12-inch drivers with Hybrid horn/reflex loading, two 6.5-inch cone drivers on a midrange horn that covers the vocal frequency range from 300Hz to 4kHz and a trio of 1-inch exit HF drivers that operate from 4kHz and up. Each frequency section includes a range of horn-loading refinements to raise the WPL’s acoustic performance in terms of output and 90° horizontal coverage patterns for the mid and HF horns. The maximum peak outputs of the LF, mid and HF sections are 139dB, 140dB and 145dB, respectively, per enclosure at 1m and 6dB crest factor.

Martin Audio’s WPL Also new is the SXC118 cardioid subwoofer, which forms part of what Martin Audio describes as its subwoofer overhaul. Like the WPL, the SXC118 is built for touring and installation sound. It incorporates an 18-inch, forward-facing driver and a 14-inch, rear-facing driver. Each is individually driven by separate channels and DSP from an iK42 amplifier and has its own chamber with optimised bassreflex porting. This arrangement is said to produce a cardioid dispersion pattern that maximises front radiation while reducing unwanted radiation behind the subwoofer. www.martin-audio.com

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WITH THE launch of X4i, L-Acoustics has created its smallest loudspeaker to date. The unobtrusive, IP55-rated coaxial model weighs less than 1kg and measures only 99mm in depth, yet retains the French manufacturer’s sonic signature of the Arcs and Kiva series. Designed primarily for fill applications in performing arts centres and

drivers located in the side walls of the HF oblate spheroidal waveguide, a 2-inch diaphragm HF neodymium driver and a passive network crossover presenting a nominal input impedance of 16Ω. A three-point, auto-locking rigging mechanism is integrated for building ground-stacked or flown systems. The waveguide and coplanar transducer configuration is said to generate coherent wavefronts uniformly spread in the horizontal plane (105°) and coupled in the vertical plane without sacrificing HF presence in the far field. Measuring 498.5mm wide and weighing 15kg, the cabinet is suited for concert halls, theatres and venues demanding minimum visual obstruction, as well as for smalland medium-sized venues, such as stadiums and corporate AV events. It can be flown in arrays for use as a main system or configured as single cabinets or short stacks for use as front-fills and under-balcony-fills. Using an adaptive flying frame, the system can be coupled with larger LA systems.

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houses of worship, the X4i can be discreetly installed in walls, stair risers, stage lips, pit rails and under balconies. In addition, the enclosure can provide vocal reinforcement in settings such as conference rooms, museum exhibits and hospitality venues. When combined with a Syva Sub, the X4i can be deployed for background music applications. The weather-resistant X4i boasts a water tight design with a rear sealing plate, allowing integration in challenging climatic or outdoor environments. Versatile mounting accessories enhance the X4i’s flexibility of use in a wide range of applications. www.l-acoustics.com

Audiocenter launches i Series AUDIOCENTER’S RECENT R&D efforts have resulted in the i Series, which can be combined for a complete commercial audio solution. The series is developed for the fixed installation market and features a modular design. To ensure it will appeal to all manner

of commercial spaces, including retail and hospitality outlets, amusement parks and transport hubs, the manufacturer has carefully considered integration, reliability and aesthetics as part of the systems’ development. The i Series comprises seven speakers and two subwoofers. The i3, i4, i6 and i8 are all fullrange point source speakers of various sizes, the number in each speaker’s name corresponding to the size of its driver in inches. Meanwhile, their siblings, the i43, i83 and i65, are full-range column

speakers. The i65 includes six 5-inch drivers, the i43 possesses four 3-inch drivers and the i83 has eight 3-inch drivers. The 8-inch iW8 and the larger 12-inch iW12 are the two subwoofers available in the range. The speakers support both voltage output (70V or 100V) and impedance output. Users can make the switch using the knob on the back panel, according to the working environment. The i3, i4, i6 and i8 can be used individually or linked together as an array to provide wider coverage and a higher SPL. The speakers are rated IP65 for waterproof and dustproof requirements. www.audiocenter.net

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PSA gains confidence POINT SOURCE Audio (PSA) has unveiled its patent-pending CO2 Confidence Collection microphones. The wireless microphones have dual elements offering built-in redundancy and a slimline design. Available in

headset, earmount and lavalier styles, the mics feature an IP57 waterproof rating and an ‘unbreakable’ headset boom bendable to 360°. ‘Double miking can be heavy lifting when it comes to the cabling; that’s why our CO2 Confidence Collection is specifically intended to ease the workload of many A2s and sound engineers working in live mic applications,’ said Yvonne Ho, PSA’s vice president of sales and marketing. ‘The new form factor pairs our smallest elements at roughly 3mm each to create a

dual miking system that is barely detectable.’ The backup element is fashioned to the existing mic in tandem, and the independent and continuous wire paths are integrated into a singular wire jacket to give audio technicians an alternative to cable dressing. The mic cable splits

approximately 9 inches above connection to the bodypack to allow ample room for separation of the transmitters. The microphones also feature precisely matched elements to a near identical ±0.5dB difference so when a vital backup is initiated, any difference in audio performance is nearly undetectable.

Rock-solid RF TO ALIGN with the latest RF regulations, Electro-Voice has announced the launch of the RE3, a UHF wireless microphone system following in the footsteps of its predecessor, the RE2. RE3 receivers and transmitters are available in 10 pre-packaged sets, configured to cover a wide range of performance and presentation applications. Sets contain one 1⁄2-rack-space diversity receiver with antennas, universal power supply, rackmount kit, transmitter, batteries and an input device. The RE3 also contains an assortment of accessories to create large, multichannel systems. Five handheld system sets are available with a choice of interchangeable mic capsules: the ND76, ND86, ND96 (dynamic) and the RE420 and RE520 (condenser). Five bodypack system sets are available for instrument and lavalier/headworn microphone applications: the OL3, CL3 (lavalier), HW3

The RE3 system (headworn), GC3 (instrument cable) and one bodypack-only system. The RE420 and RE520 are the next generations of the RE410 and RE510, respectively. The RE420’s cardioid pattern reportedly combines ‘acoustic control with a comfortable working range’, as well as ‘a warm, low-frequency response, open mids and clear highs’. The RE520’s supercardioid

pattern also claims to ensure superior sonic isolation and high gain-before-feedback, to maintain a vivid vocal presence – even in the most challenging stage environments. Both are suited for high-quality stage performances and productions, club and concert sound, touring artists and house of worship praise bands. www.electrovoice.com

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Wireless audio made easy AIMED AT providing musicians and videographers with an easy entry into wireless audio, Sennheiser’s XS Wireless Digital (XSW-D) replaces the cable with compact transmitters and receivers that work on 2.4GHz for worldwide, licence-free operation. Transmitters and receivers can be freely combined so users can opt for a wireless link that will protect their existing microphone investments or select one of the fully equipped wireless microphone sets. ‘The series is ideal for first-time wireless users,’ said Tobias von Allwörden, senior product manager with Sennheiser, ‘be it a guitarist who wants to move onstage freely or a content creator who wants to take his or her video projects to the next level with wireless audio.’ The XSW-D uses the aptX Live codec. The receivers have antenna diversity; the transmitters work

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redundantly, transmitting all data packages twice to ensure reliable transmission. In case of interference, the transmitter and receiver will seamlessly hop to a free frequency. Audio latency remains below 4ms. Up to five systems can be used simultaneously and they have a range of up to 75m. The transmitter and receiver units can be recharged via USB using the included charging cable and work for up to five hours on a single charge. In other news, Sennheiser has added to its family of professional IEMs with the IE 400 Pro and IE 500 Pro.

‘For the IE 400 Pro and IE 500 Pro, we have reinvented the single dynamic driver principle,’ explained Jannik Schentek, product manager with Sennheiser. ‘Other in-ears in the same price range work on the balanced armature principle, which we find to be inferior to a wideband dynamic driver. Balanced armature earphones require multiple drivers

to reproduce the frequency range. The IE 400 Pro and the IE 500 Pro, on the other hand, use a single highperformance dynamic driver that covers the entire frequency range with ease, resulting in a distortionfree, detailed and accurate sound reproduction.’ This single-driver technology, termed TrueResponse, is said to ensure a natural, clear and spacious sound stage with a total harmonic distortion (THD) under 0.08% at 1kHz and 94dB. When the sound is so precise and detailed, the acoustical stress for the wearer is reportedly reduced. With the driver measuring only 7mm in diameter, the IEMs feature a comfortable ear mould, which is ergonomically shaped, has a low profile and is lightweight. They come with silicone ear adapters in various sizes and special ear tips made from memory foam, which expand to fit the ear canal. Finally, Sennheiser has updated its Control Cockpit software to version 3.0.0 to support the TeamConnect Ceiling 2 microphone and the ew G3 and G4 IEM transmitters. www.sennheiser.com

Lewitt makes a Match AUSTRIAN MANUFACTURER Lewitt has released its ‘most affordable ever’ condenser mic. The LCT 040 Match is available as a single pencil mic as well as a stereo pair package. It has a stripped-back, ergonomic design for maximum positioning flexibility, even in restricted spaces. Inside the compact metal housing,

the custom-designed capsule is optimised with instant transient

response for the natural qualities of acoustic instruments. For the LCT 040 Match stereo pair, Lewitt is using a custom-developed process that analyses the microphones and couples those showing identical behaviour. This is said to introduce new possibilities for users striving for the best stereo recordings of drum overheads, acoustic guitars and even choirs. Similarly, the LCT 140 Air includes off-axis sound suppression, pre-attenuation and low-cut filter, while the Sound toggle allows users to switch between a linear response or a more nuanced, ‘airy’ mode for open, characterful recordings.

Mini Shotgun takes aim DESIGNED TO deliver intelligible speech within noisy and complex environments, Shure has launched the R189 lobar microphone car tridge. Capable of preventing feedback while rejecting unwanted ambient room noise, the mini-shotgun microphone can be threaded onto the existing range of Microflex goosenecks and overhead microphones. The R189 features a narrow, focused pickup pattern that is ideal for isolating talkers in conference rooms and live presentations or per formances where there is an existing sound reinforcement system. The slim 10mm x 105mm dimensions promote the R189’s use with goosenecks on a table, together with hanging mics above a choir or ensemble. When used

in podium and tabletop applications, the R189 allows the speaker to talk from a distance, while providing discretion when delivering remarks. www.shure.com

Built-in compression HYPEMIC IS Apogee’s nextgeneration, studio-quality USB condenser microphone with a built-in analogue compressor. The compression feature reportedly makes pro recording fast and easy, reducing the need for

extensive processing and mixing after recording. Similar in output to the company’s MiC+, HypeMiC users get accessory upgrades such as a premium desktop stand, custom pop filter and carrying case, as well as all the cables needed to connect HypeMiC to an iOS device, Mac or PC. The three compression settings available in HypeMiC are said to give users a ‘truly balanced and mixed’ recording, reducing the need for extensive processing and mixing. Built for high SPL levels, HypeMiC reportedly provides greater clarity and detail when recording loud acoustic instruments from drums to horns to choirs. Ideal for live streaming, podcasts and broadcasts, HypeMiC balances audio dynamics for broadcastready recordings. Users can also send audio out of the HypeMiC stereo output into a mixer, audio interface or standalone recorder. The compression settings include Shape It, for shaping vocals and instruments; Squeeze It, for podcasts, interviews and streaming; and Smash It, for voice recording.

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Studio-quality sound AKG HAS extended its digital wireless systems with the fourchannel DMS100 and eightchannel DMS300. Available in two configurations – a handheld microphone or an instrument- or headset-ready bodypack – the systems offer 24-bit/48kHz uncompressed audio coding, ultra-low latency and signal security provided by AES 256-bit encryption to protect the signal and keep wireless audio communications private. The DMS300 features a high-resolution front panel LCD screen that reportedly allows for easy set up, monitoring and control. Up to four DMS100s and up to

eight DMS300s can be synced and used simultaneously. The systems operate in the 2.4GHz band, avoiding the interference found in traditional analogue wireless systems,

and have been developed for performing musicians, smallto medium-sized corporate or government presentations, houses of worship, fitness instructors or educators. www.akg.com

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SSL evolves its Live range SOLID STATE LOGIC has released its SSL Live L350 and L550 consoles. The L550 features 288 processing paths, 26 matrix outputs and 48 VCAs, assignable to any of the 36+2 faders on the control surface. The L350 consists of 216 processing paths, 36 matrix outputs and 36 VCAs in a compact 24+2 fader frame. Both consoles can be augmented with USB Remote Fader Tiles or connected to remotely from another console, a laptop running SOLSA remote control software or tablet running the TaCo control app. The L350 and L550 replace the L300 and L500 Plus and are

showfile compatible with all other SSL Live consoles. Upgrade kits are also available to existing L300 and L500 Plus owners who wish to upgrade their consoles to the latest specification. A new V4.8 version of software will also be available to support all new hardware. In other news, X-Light is a high channel count, ultra-low-latency inter face, carrying 256x256 channels of 96kHz, 24-bit audio plus control data between SSL Live consoles and Dante devices onstage via a single cable. X-Light has been designed to offer a Dante I/O solution that is

STAGE TEC’S Avatus IP-based mixing console has been repurposed for use in the theatre. The new version has detachable screens, allowing mixing engineers to see the stage over the top of the desk, depending on the layout of the room. ‘In many theatres, due to structural conditions, control rooms are built such that the sound engineers cannot see over their mixing console to the stage,’ the German manufacturer explained. ‘Avatus offers a solution to this problem. The theatre version of Avatus is

designed so that the upper screens are removable. Since the IP console is connected via standard TCP/ IP interfaces, each module has its own IP address. This enables the screens to be installed anywhere within the Nexus network.’ Avatus, originally released in 2017, was the world’s first audio console without a centre section and comprises just three modules. It is available in myriad sizes between 12 and 96 faders.

beyerdynamic gets creative THE CREATOR Bundles from beyerdynamic combine the Fox USB-C Studio Microphone with either the DT 240 Pro (Creator 24) or the DT 770 Pro (Creator Pro) professional headphones. The DT 240 Pro is a mobile stereo headphone for monitoring and recording with high noise attenuation to prevent the penetration of ambient sound. It features a lightweight yet rugged design with a padded headband and soft, replaceable earpads. The DT 770 Pro is a closed, dynamic headphone for recording studios, postproduction and broadcasting studios. Built with a low mass coil and diaphragm assembly, it features a tailored frequency response to highlight

SSL Live L550 described as reliable and quick to deploy in the field, while maintaining many of the benefits of a scalable and flexible AoIP network. Meanwhile, the 1U X-Light Bridge inter face has been designed to be deployed in stage I/O racks and

features a fully redundant pair of X-Light connections using Neutrik opticalCON Quad format connectors on the front panel. On the rear panel, there are two redundant pairs of Neutrik etherCON format Dante

DIGICO’S 4REA4 I/O can now be incorporated into the manufacturer’s S-Series consoles with the release of the new A3232 DMI card. The A3232 ports are capable of up to 32 inputs and 32 outputs over a proprietary Ethernet connection and connect to the A168 stage and the A164 wall and floor units. These racks can also be cascaded on a single A3232 port or used as pairs of redundant devices. Two new ASTAR ports expand this further with each capable of up to 128 inputs and 128 outputs when connected to the ASTAR unit, which then splits the 128 I/O into four A3232 ports. This allows installers to have a single run back to the processing engine, but with distributed remote local I/O where it’s needed. As part

of this upgrade, newly launched S21-Stage48 and S31-Stage48 systems are being offered with 48 mic inputs from stage via three 168 stage racks. Additionally, DiGiCo’s DMI-AMM card that enables automatic microphone mixing has been expanded onto DMI-enabled SD consoles. The card allows up to 64 channels of automatic mic

Creator Pro natural and balanced sound along with soft earpads and adjustable earpieces. www.beyerdynamic.com

connections for audio and control distribution. SSL has also introduced the SB16.12 stagebox. Based on the larger SB32.24, the SB16.12 features 16 SuperAnalogue mic/ line inputs with gain compensated digital split outputs, eight line outputs, four AES inputs with SRC and four AES outputs. It has dual Dante network inter faces, providing a redundant pair of ruggedised etherCON ports for the main I/O and a redundant pair of SFP ports for the compensated split outputs. www.solidstatelogic.com

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mixing on both SD7 Quantum and the SD12 consoles. There are two independent AMMs implemented by the DMI-AMM – AMM-A and AMM-B – with channels assigned to either A or B or neither. This means that two separate events can run simultaneously on the same console without interference. www.digico.biz

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Portable Dante solutions ALLEN & HEATH has released a range of Dante-enabled products, including portable and wall-mount I/O solutions for installation, and two Dante option cards, all of which are compatible with AES67 and Dante Domain Manager. The DT168 provides 16 mic preamps and eight line outputs in a convenient stagebox form factor, suitable for portable applications due to its rubber bumpers and handle. The DT168 can be deployed onstage or used as a drop-in expander. The DT164-W provides 16 mic preamps and four line outputs in a wall-mount design for permanent installation. The reversible mounting frame allows for in-wall or on-wall mounting. The unit also fits in a standard 12-inch x 12-inch NEMA box or equivalent, or can be mounted in a floor pocket for stage

use. The IEC mains power inlet can be replaced with a gland module and screw terminals for fixed installation, and a DC 12V backup supply is also provided. Both the DT168 and DT164-W come with Allen & Heath’s preamps, with 96kHz converters for improved sound quality over Dante, plus primary and secondary ports for daisy-chain or redundancy through secure EtherCon connectors. Both products are also compatible with the company’s DM and CDM MixRack/MainFrames and with the SQ series mixers. The two Dante cards for its dLive system are aimed at recording, virtual soundcheck and digital split applications. The cards offer 64x64 and 128x128 channels of 96kHz Dante audio (switchable to 48kHz).

THE DIO AUDIOPHILE Dante interfaces from Sonifex are plugand-play audio interfaces that provide a convenient method of connecting analogue and digital audio equipment to the Dante AoIP audio network. Using AD and DA circuitry, it offers >120dB of dynamic range. Using Dante Controller for configuration and powered by PoE, the rugged aluminium boxes have side slots for screw mounting and use Neutrik EtherCon connectors and Neutrik lockable audio connectors for improved connectivity.

of the AVN-AI04 and AVN-AI08, which provide four and eight balanced analogue inputs and outputs to and from the Dante network respectively. The rackmount solutions have been designed to be more simply configured and operated by AV professionals and systems integrators. Packaged in a 1U form factor, they use Neutrik XLR connectors, are compliant with Dante AES67 and use PoE for power.

DIO01 A series of multichannel Dante audio interfaces, which are compliant with Dante Domain Manager, have also been launched by Sonifex. The interfaces consist

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Studio workflow flexibility AIMED AT commercial production facilities where space is limited, API has released an update to its console – the Box. The latest version includes more options and flexibility for the modern studio workflow, including eight input channels and eight 500 Series slots, and features LED metering for each of its 24 summing channels.

The new version of the Box provides the same rearpanel connections, full centre section and monitoring as its predecessor, as well as the 0dB bypass switch on each summing channel, and uses the same circuitr y and components as other API consoles, including the Vision and Legacy AXS.

According to API, the Box handles all the functions needed for production not provided by most DAWs, including mic preamps, input signal processing, high-quality mix bus, cue sends with talkback and monitor control. The Box

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Dante added to Atlas and Titan PRISM SOUND has announced the forthcoming availability of Dante audio networking on its Atlas and Titan multitrack audio interfaces. The units feature a Dante MDIO module and are controlled using a software app that is available for both Mac and Windows platforms. This allows control of the unit from a computer connected to the Dante network or via the existing USB connection. The app can also be used with older units already in use.

Users not requiring the Dante interface will be able to download the latest firmware and updated software control app free of charge from the Prism Sound website. Those wanting to upgrade to Dante can purchase the MDIODante card and then also upgrade the Atlas or Titan firmware and software control app, which will be available from the Prism Sound website at no additional cost. www.prismsound.com

A MULTICHANNEL mic/line mixer has been launched by ARX Systems that is designed to cope with a variety of audio sources found on today’s

level controls. Each microphone channel on the ZoneMix also comes with a balanced low noise mic input plus individual gain and level controls.

Zone 1 and 2 Stereo Master output XLR connectors, which can be switched to mono if required by using rear-panel switches. For improved ease-

The mic input can be switched to be a line input as required and the stereo line input 3/4 has a rear-panel input trim control, as well as front-panel output level controls. There are also Zone 1 and 2 Stereo Master level controls and

of-use, the front panel has LED indicators for wireless audio, USB active and AC power and LED output level meters that show –30dB to 0dB and clip on each set of zone outputs.

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multimedia devices. Designed in a compact 1U unit and described by the manufacturer as both intuitive and userfriendly, the ZoneMix includes a wireless audio receiver, a USB connector and mini-jack inputs – each with their own individual

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Portable recording TASCAM HAS unveiled the DR-05X to offer portable, high-quality stereo recording in MP3 or WAV format – including 96kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio – using microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC media. A pair of omnidirectional mics handle up to 125dB SPL. Features include low-cut filtering, variable speed audition and chromatic tuner, and there are three audio level modes (limiter, peak reduction and auto level) to help prevent accidental distortion while recording. The DR-07X is a handheld digital recorder and USB audio interface building on the manufacturer’s DR-07. Ideal for music recording and sound design, the DR-07X incorporates a pair of cardioid condenser microphones to handle high SPLs and can be set up in AB or XY orientation for a wide stereo field or extra-clear reproduction with reduced phase displacement between both channels. The DR07X can also be used as a USB audio interface with two inputs and outputs, making it suitable for

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DR-05X voiceover work, live streaming, podcasting and songwriting. The DR-40X is a four-track audio recorder for music, podcasting, cinema and any other application requiring high-quality audio. Building on the company’s DR-40, this recorder adds several new functions to the already comprehensive feature set. Users can also use their own microphones or line-level source through dual Neutrik XLR/

TRS combo jacks that support both mic level and +4dBu line level from mixers or the FOH console. The microphone preamps include 48V phantom power and plenty of gain to capture everything from small whispers to loud live sounds. TASCAM has also released its MM-4D/In and ML-4D/Out. The MM-4D/In provides four mic/line input channels with TASCAM mic preamps that offer remote gain control from the manufacturer’s free control software or from external controllers. Each channel has individually switched, +48V phantom power. Built-in input processing includes a compressor, four-band parametric EQ, level control, polarity reverse and mute. The MM-4D/In’s built-in eight-in, four-out matrix mixer combines the four analogue inputs with four Dante inputs (up to 48kHz) and feeds four Dante outputs. The ML-4D/Out accepts four channels of up to 96kHz Dante input and provides four line-level outputs, available on either XLR or Euroblock connectors. The onboard 4x4 matrix mixer includes

MM-4D/In level control, ducking, ambient noise compensation and muting. Each output has a 10-band EQ, delay, level control, limiter, polarity reverse and muting. Also new are the MM-2D and AE-4D. The MM-2D features two channels of mic/line input with TASCAM preamps, including +48V phantom power and two channels of line output, available on either XLR or Euroblock connectors. An onboard six-in, four-out matrix mixer with the same mixer processing as the MM-4D/In and ML-4D/Out enables combining the two channels of analogue input

with four channels of Dante input and routing to two analogue and four Dante output channels. Input processing is the same as the MM4D/In and output processing is the same as the ML-4D/Out. The AE-4D provides four channels of AES/EBU input with SRC and four channels of AES/EBU output on XLR connectors. It converts directly to and from four channels of Dante audio, without needing an internal mixer. The AE-4D offers level control and muting on both inputs and outputs. www.tascam.com

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d&b is Milan-ready D&B AUDIOTECHNIK has released its first product for connecting its loudspeaker systems to the Milan protocol. The DS20 audio network

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DS20 bridge interfaces between Milan networks and AES3 digital audio signals and provides distribution of Ethernet control data. Metadata including Milan channel labels and cabling information is sent via the AES3 channel stream to the fourchannel d&b amplifiers. Positioned in front of the amplifiers within the signal chain, the 1U device is suited to both mobile and installation environments and provides four digital AES3 input channels for applications such as a breakin from an FOH console. It incorporates a fully AVB-enabled, integrated, five-port switch, offering a primary and redundant network. This is said to provide extended connectivity for a laptop to control the d&b amplifiers using

7-inch panel simplifies the general operation of a d&b system and grants users one-touch control of predefined functions such as power, mute, level, grouping and recall of up to nine amp presets. All control functions in the R90 work independently of the d&b R1 Remote control software, eliminating the possibility of accidentally altering any of the carefully balanced system settings. Running AES70/OCA, the R90 can be integrated into any d&b system (using up to 15 amplifiers) without the need for additional programming. It incorporates a 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor and provides a steel housing with

aluminium front. All connectors are accessible from the lower rear panel. In other news, d&b has made available Revit files that allow consultants, architects and systems integrators to include d&b loudspeakers in a Revitbased BIM process at any stage of a project. Revit files provide photorealistic, detailed, 3D data for each loudspeaker, including texture, non-branded renderings to support a neutral tender process and the option to visualise Special colour versions. Where applicable, loudspeakers can be pitched, rotated and panned according to the specified installation. www.dbaudio.com

Genelec thinks Smart GENELEC RECENTLY unveiled its new open IP networking technology platform, designed primarily for the installation market. The platform aims to deliver power, audio and scalable loudspeaker system configuration, supervision and calibration features over a single standard Cat-5 cable. The Smart IP platform will be rolled out across Genelec’s range of installed audio loudspeakers. Based on IP and PoE, the platform includes a proprietary internal power supply that reportedly delivers ‘much higher’ SPLs than is possible via conventional PoE. In fact, Genelec states that the solution is powerful enough to run smalland medium-sized systems.

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SurgeX adds two new Defenders SURGEX HAS enlarged its Defender series with the addition of the SX-DS-1011i (10 amp/230V plug configuration with 11 IEC outlets) and the SX-DS-1611i (16 amp/230V plug configuration with 11 IEC outlets). Incorporating Multi-Stage surge suppression

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WITH THE advent of Composer 7.1, users of Symetrix’s Radius NX, Edge, Radius, Prism and Solus NX DSP platforms now benefit from a host of added features. The endto-end programming software for Windows emboldens its feature set with added support for the Visionary Solutions Packet AV Duet video encoder and decoder in addition to the Symetrix T-5 Touchscreen controllers and PD-1 Telco Dialler. All programming and routing of Visionary Solutions Packet AV Duet video encoders and decoders is now directly integrated within Composer 7.1. Additionally, Composer indirectly

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Crestron flexes its muscles A COMPLETE portfolio of Crestron Flex Unified Communications and Collaboration solutions is now available and provides a native Microsoft Teams, Skype for Business and Zoom Rooms software experience, including one-touch join. Flex solutions come in several forms: the P100 Series delivers the Microsoft Teams or Skype for Business experience to users of desktop phones; the B100 Series is said to deliver crystal-clear audio with a beamforming microphone array and an integrated, 4K, high-definition camera; the M100 Series is a tabletop solution that allows users to instantly and securely call, present and video conference using Microsoft Teams, Skype for Business or Zoom Rooms software; and the C100 Series is a flexible, integrated UC kit that brings one-touch join to customised spaces.

Also new is the DM NVX family. The new DM-NVX-E30(C) and DM-NVX-D30(C) are encode- or decode-only units that suppor t HDMI connectivity and analogue audio, delivering additional flexibility for basic endpoints when only video and audio are needed. The DM-NVX-352(C) provides the same feature set as the DM-NVX-350(C) plus suppor t for AES67 and Dante audio networking. The DM-NVX-E30 and DM-NVX-D30

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FT2 FlipTop Crestron has also unveiled its FT2 FlipTops that reportedly fit into almost any standard cut-out and sit flush on the surface. A single touch of the button on the FT2 FlipTop activates its door, which silently retracts and disappears. All connectors and cables are revealed at table level to power, charge and connect devices. A full line of accessories is available, ranging from retractors to international power modules. The workplace technology manufacturer has also expanded its DM Lite endpoint product line with the HD-RX-510-4K-E receiver to provide auto-switching, amplified audio outputs for speakers and network connectivity for management and set up. Paired with an MPC3 media presentation controller, the HDRX-510-4K-E is said to provide intuitive control via engraveable buttons and dials that can be configured through the .AV Framework configuration portal. The system can be provisioned, monitored and managed using any web browser via the Crestron XiO Cloud IoT-based provisioning system.

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NEW LEVEL Sharing the same aesthetic and sonic signatures as the acclaimed GEO M10 and compact M6 line arrays, the new GEO M12 takes its place as the flagship of the range, achieving a peak SPL of 140dB. And with great power comes great versatility, with integral rigging, a dedicated sub, plug & play power options and touring / installation versions making GEO M12 a system that performs at a whole new level in a wide variety of applications.

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Alcons tackles spill and dispersion

Compact power JBL’S ONE Series 104 compact studio monitors are intended to occupy a small spot on the desks of content creators, while offering per formance and detail that belies their diminutive stature. The manufacturer has reportedly achieved this through the use of newly designed, 4.5-inch coaxial drivers, developed using the same research that led to the waveguide found in M2, 7-Series and 3-Series monitors, and that provides a deep bass down to 60Hz without the need for a subwoofer.

The One Series 104 cabinets are powered by a Class-D 60W amplifier said to be capable of 104dB peak SPL without distortion. A front-panel volume control is present for easy level adjustment together with a headphone port, while dual 1⁄4inch balanced and single 1⁄8-inch unbalanced TRS inputs on the rear accommodate a range of inputs. An optional, protective carrying case will also be available, for production on the go.

DUTCH MANUFACTURER Alcons Audio has extended its line of products for live production and immersive applications with its CRMSC-SRHV120 compact, horizontal/vertical reference surround system for front width, side and rear surrounds said to provide improved dispersion from a ribbon driver. It is a two-way, passive-filtered, fullrange loudspeaker with a high dynamic range. Using the Alcons RBN202 proribbon driver for HF and a vented 6.5-inch mid-bass for LF reproduction, the CRMSCSRHV120 is based on patentpending technology from the company’s CRMSC-SRHV90 and VR5 mini versatile monitor. It has a 500W peak power input, enabling a 1:16 dynamic range with up to 90% less distortion from 1kHz to beyond 20kHz. The

CRMSC-SRHV120 patented 120° and patent-pending 90° dispersions are said to offer a wide and consistent coverage to a large number of seats in the auditorium.

Also new from Alcons are the CRMS-LFE18 and CRMS-LFE15. The CRMS-LFE18 is a large-format reference subwoofer system with an 18-inch woofer and dual 3-inch voice coils said to result in 10dB more excursion than a traditional 18-inch woofer. The directradiating transducer mounted in the sealed cabinet reportedly enables an in-room response below 10Hz. The CRMS-LFE15 is a low-frequency extension for residential and studio markets and a smaller version of the CRMSLFE18 with a 15-inch inverted cone. It has been designed to match the CRMSC screen channel in smaller applications. An SL version, with a sealed shallow cabinet at 11 inches deep, is also in development. www.alconsaudio.com

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Kramer introduces Kronos KRAMER KRONOS is a secure, enterprise cloud-based room booking and scheduling platform. It is designed to streamline and automate room booking management. Kronos integrates with Kramer Control, meaning administrators can set a room’s availability as a trigger for controlling room elements automatically. For security, it employs 802.1x and Transport Layer Security (TLS) encryption for all communications between the scheduling touchpanels and the

Kramer Kronos cloud-based server. The system includes a library of UI templates for customisation and works with a variety of scheduling platforms, such as Microsoft Exchange, Office 365 and G Suite. It is also compatible with iOS and Android tablets. The Kronos schedule can also be viewed on a room display using a VIA device, when no presentation is taking place. Kramer is also claiming an ‘industry first’ with the launch of the AFM-20DSP, a 20-port audio

matrix with DSP and interchangeable inputs and outputs. The AFM-20DSP also includes eight AEC channels, auto feedback suppression, Dante support, built-in high-Z and low-Z 120W power amplification and full DSP functionality from Xilica. Meeting video requirements, the AFM-20DSP is capable of HDMI embedding and de-embedding at 4K60 4:2:0. The system also boasts both fixed and open architecture, allowing AV professionals to use predefined sound configurations or to configure a system from scratch.

More power for SoundGrid SEVERAL NEW SoundGrid products have been introduced from Waves Audio, including the SoundGrid Server One-C, SoundGrid Extreme Server-C and the Sound Grid Mobile Server. The Extreme Server-C and Server One-C both handle real-time processing for SoundGridcompatible plug-ins, and are able to process hundreds of plug-ins. Both servers are stated to provide ultra-low latency: as low as 0.8ms at 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz and 96kHz. With a robust 2U chassis, users can rackmount one server using rack ears, or double up for redundancy and mount two units side-by-side using a rack shelf. The SoundGrid Server One-C has an Intel Skylake i5 processor, while the

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Also new from Kramer is the Aspen-32UFX 32-port matrix switcher for SDI signals of up to 12G SDI, and the VS-34FD 34-port, 8K-ready, multi-format modular

announced. Said to be the first plug-in of its kind, CLA MixHub captures the console workflow and analogue sound of Chris Lord-Alge’s mixes. Users can mix

SoundGrid Server One-C SoundGrid Extreme Server-C packs a more powerful Intel Skylake i7. The smaller SoundGrid Mobile Server has an Intel Core i5 processor and 4GB of RAM, making it suitable to power plug-ins in small live shows as well as in the studio, while latency is the same 0.8ms at 44.1–96kHz. Paired

with a SoundGrid audio interface, the Mobile server allows users to record and monitor through plug-ins in real-time. With a non-SoundGrid interface, it takes the plug-in processing load off the computer during mixing and editing sessions. Away from hardware, two new processing plug-ins have been

Sibilance

matrix switcher for AV signals – another industry first, according to the manufacturer. www.kramerav.com

up to 64 tracks from the same plug-in window, using channel strips modelled from CLA’s personal console. Also new is Sibilance, a transparent vocal de-esser powered by the manufacturer’s Organic ReSynthesis technology. Waves says that unlike most de-essers, which act like narrowband compressors, the Waves Sibilance plug-in uses Organic ReSynthesis spectral filters to identify undesirable bursts of sibilant energy, then separates the nuances of sibilance from the vocal signal, leaving the rest of the signal untouched. www.waves.com

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TGX 4-CHANNEL AMPLIFIERS Along with unprecedented power density, TGX offers Dynacord’s signature superior audio quality, advanced reliability and power efficiency. With up to 20,000 watts of total power output, TGX amplifiers release any loudspeaker’s potential with unparalleled performance and unrivalled quality.

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Keyboard control RADIAL ENGINEERING has developed its KL-8 keyboard mixing station with pro keyboard players in mind. Up to four keyboards can be connected in mono or stereo, each with their own level controls and LED indicators, along with the ability to bring them in and out of the signal path to keep noisy keyboards muted until they are

Audio Everywhere starts to listen

mono for use with systems that have limited channel availability. Dual ¼-inch headphone outputs are also included for local monitoring and testing. A cue system allows any keyboard input to be muted from the overall mix and fed directly to the headphones to silently check patch settings without feeding signal to the audience.

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The Listen Everywhere app The KL-8 is also a digital needed. A stereo aux send/ LISTEN TECHNOLOGIES has inter face, with MIDI and USB receive channel is available to replaced the Audio Everywhere connections. Redundant USB feed rackmount reverbs and solution, which allows plug-andconnections mean that users delays or effects pedals. It can play streaming of wireless audio can have a backup laptop also over existing Wi-Fi networks for plugged in and ready to go be used as an additional assistive listening, with the new should the primary source fail; input for a fifth keyboard Listen Everywhere system. Listen this is especially helpful for or reconfigured to allow an Technologies acquired the Audio keyboard players who are also alternative audio source Everywhere brand and products controlling playback for backing such as a click track to feed from ExXothermic in December tracks during the per formance. the headphones and stage WHEN THE DECISION WAS MADE TO An REINSTATE STATION 2017issues and it initially replaced at Waverton. TheListen new digital optional JR1-L remote to solve the local monitors. announcements atoutputs Waverton, suburb ofcan Sydney, Technologies’ own ListenWiFi announcement system needed to inform travellers, while at footswitch be employed to Both the main andan eastern fury from local residents resonated more than between the local the USB inputs. solution. Everywhere the same time letting Listen residents go aboutistheir lives oblivious switch monitor outputs are provided commuter trains hurtling northwards toStereo Hornsby. Following designed as ato low-latency solution the 08.11 Parramatta was about to insert pointsa allowtoathe fact that over transformer-isolated deal struck with thewith transport in 2010, thepedal doublefor use inone. environments where depart from platform single volume to control balanced XLRs, groundauthorities glazed locals had spared regular announcements at a and a‘Previous visitorsfor may trouble hearing tenders ourhave digital PA system centred around all keyboard outputs, link lift switches to been eliminate hum station where trains commonly two minutes. Theyto connect a source over the noise explains tm required speech intelligibility forambient passengers,’ feature can be used and buzz from ground loops.stop every were horrified living together with up and or where distance stagetec systems MD,the Treva Head. between ‘However,the Waverton multipleofunits Theunderstandably main outputs are also at the prospect to transformer-isolated 2,000 announcements day. expand the KL-8 inputs. required a much guest andsensitive the source is too great. more approach, with the emphasis to each further Having a bespoke The new Listen Everywhere placed more on environmental pollution control of the Digital reduceperfected noise. Both sets of audio over IP solution for some 300+ stations within to the Sydneywww.radialeng.com Trains and NSW includes upgraded hardware, a Voice Announcements [DVAs] including ambient noise control, outputs can be summed ListenTalk TrainLink network, tm stagetec systems was challenged streamlined and aofnew directional speaker designfinish and time dayserver switching.’

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with a variety of pro audio outputs. The system can be added to a venue’s existing wireless network and allows guests to stream audio from sources such as televisions directly to their smartphones or tablets via a free app. The app can be customised to incorporate a facility’s branding when users log in. As well as listening, Listen Technologies is getting people talking with two new additions to its ListenTalk range: the LKR-11 and LKR-12 receivers. These listen-only receivers are designed for situations where a two-way conversation is not essential and one-way speech will suffice, such as in assistive listening applications, educational lectures and tourist attractions. www.listentech.com tm stagetec’s Mark Lownds and Treva Head

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Wisycom widens the gap Burl’s big announcement BURL AUDIO has added a raft of new products to its catalogue. First is the B4 four-channel mic/line input daughter card for the B80 and B16 Motherships. The B4 incorporates the new BX6 input transformer designed for true mic/line input impedance. It maintains a Class-A analogue circuit followed by the same ADC the manufacturer uses in the BAD8. Using a single B80 chassis, 40 input channels of audiophile mic/line inputs can be realised. The B4 also incorporates SoundGrid networking and processing, Dante connectivity and digital control options.

Next is the BDA4M, a mastering grade DAC with stepped attenuators and switchable output transformers. Specifically designed for mixing and mastering, the BDA4M uses the latest Burl NextGen analogue design for ‘superior fidelity and clarity’. The BDA4 transformer-coupled, fourchannel, digital-to-analogue converter daughter card for the B80 and B16 Motherships uses the newly developed BOPA14, also with Burl’s NextGen analogue design. The BOPA14 is a discreet, Class-A op-amp with a minimal number of transistors alongside a tighter bass and higher definition. Finally, the BX5 is an output transformer first used in the B32 Vancouver Mix Bus.

DESIGNED FOR touring companies, broadcast studios and per formance venues challenged by a shrinking RF spectrum, Wisycom has released the MRK980 Ultra-Wideband True Diversity Receiver. The 1U two-channel receiver comes with a high-contrast OLED display and provides 1,090MHz of switching bandwidth covering the VHF, UHF and 900MHz bands. Operating with Wisycom’s Linear transmit technology, the system provides up

to 30 channels within one 6MHz TV channel. Free of intermodulation distortion that typifies conventional systems that are reliant upon external signal processing equipment, no calculations are required using the ultrafast spectrum scan. The receiver’s DSP-FM technology also provides very

narrowband channel filters that yield 50% more band efficiency and 200–250KHz channel spacing. By providing an additional 3dB of sensitivity and noise immunity, this equates to doubling the power while increasing the range. The MRK980 also includes Dante compatibility, analogue and digital outputs and Wisycom’s

optional push-to-talk (PTT) function for offline communication to monitor engineers, per formers and presenters on the network. The MRK980 can be remotely controlled through an IP network using the Wisycom Manager 2.0 software inter face. www.wisycom.com

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Tasker adds silicon rubber sheaths TASKER HAS expanded its range of divisible flat cables by introducing a selection of new products with different sections, starting from 0.35mm2 to 4mm2, all with soft and flexible silicon rubber sheaths. The sheaths are flame-retardent, without halogen and are resistant to oil, water, UV rays, and chemical and environmental agents, making them ideal for outdoor

applications. A temperature range of –60°C to +180°C means that the cables can also be deployed in extreme environments, as well as medical settings, wellness centres, water parks and spas. Among the products incorporating the silicon rubber sheaths are the TSK71, TSK74 and TSK78. Available in white, the TSK71 has a stranded formation of 16mm x 0.2mm and

Tasker’s range of silicon rubber cables

a nominal cross-section of 2mm x 0.5mm2; the TSK74 a stranded formation of 30mm x 0.25mm and a nomimal cross-section of 2mm x 1.5mm2; and the TSK78

a stranded formation of 56mm x 0.3mm and a nominal cross-section of 2mm x 4mm2. All three cables can also be custom-produced in LSZH (low smoke zero halogen) polymer, PE, PVC or PUR versions. www.tasker.it

Native processing ECLER HAS unveiled its MIMO4040DN, a digital matrix with native processing of 40 inputs and 40 outputs (eight analogue inputs, eight analogue outputs, 32 Dante inputs and 32 Dante outputs). Also included are eight GPI ports, eight

GPO ports, two Dante interfaces (primary and secondary) and one Ethernet programming and control interface (EclerNet, UCP, TP-Net and WPNET series control panels). Incorporating audio-over-IP technology, the matrix allows

signal transmission using a local Ethernet network and features accessories from the manufacturer’s WPNET Series, connected by an Ethernet interface and compatible with a PoE DC supply. The MIMO4040DN

Ui24R 3.0 update SOUNDCRAFT HAS announced a free update to its Ui24R sur faceless mixer and multitrack digital recorder. New features include Cascade, which allows users to connect two Ui24Rs via Ethernet to double their mixing

doubling mic inputs, by adding a second Ui24R as a submixer, routed into the main Ui24R; and using two Ui24R mixers to create two fully independent mixes, each with dedicated EQ/ gate/compression, for example

The Ui24R stacked with tablet capability, enabling a new 32x32 bidirectional audio bus between consoles. Users can switch between Host and Remote units with a single click on Ui24R’s HTML5 screen user inter face. Common applications include

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when mixing FOH and monitors, or creating independent FOH and streaming/live recording mixes. The Cue Recall feature enables the saving and fast recall of mix settings. While recalling cues, the Ui24R can block any

changes to routing or processor types to enable seamless operation. The UDP Lighting Control adds simple buttons to send industr y-standard UDP commands over Ethernet to external gear, such as lighting software or hardware lighting controllers. The embedded Lexicon processing in the Ui24R is now enhanced with Reverb Pre-Delay, allowing users to easily set the time before first-sur face reflections and more quickly simulate desired acoustic environments. The Big Desktop Info view provides a birds-eye view of the entire Ui24R mix environment, represented as a single large console sur face. Users can see graphics of their gate, compressor, EQ cur ve, FX and aux sends, and jump between controls for editing with simple double-clicks. This feature is designed for use on 1080p resolution screens. Users now have more options for touchscreen control of the Ui24R with more than 25 leading touchscreens, which directly connect to the Ui24R via HDMI and USB thanks to expanded touchscreen suppor t. www.soundcraft.com

is also capable of executing EclerNet projects embedded into its processor and electronics engine, acting as a UCP (User Control Panels) server within an EclerNet devices network. The matrix has been designed for centralised, distributed or hybrid fixed installations over long distances and for integrated digital audio and control solutions using Ethernet networks. BGM, paging and PA management are

also suitable applications. The unit measures 482.6mm x 44mm x 266.5mm and weighs 3.25kg. The manufacturer has also updated its EclerNet Manager to v5.00r5 to include support for the MIMO4040DN matrix, the WPNET4KV, WPNET8K and WPNETEX digital remote wall panels and the eMPAGE paging console. www.ecler.com

Powersoft shakes the ground DEVELOPED FOR use in audio applications and, more excitingly says the manufacturer, as a linear motor/shaker, Powersoft’s Mover is a small but powerful linear transducer that can be adapted to various locations, such as 4D cinemas, theme parks or venues with vibrating acoustic floors. It lets audiences feel the sound through haptic perception by vibrating the surrounding environment, which the human body picks up and, through bone conduction, translates the vibrations into perceivable frequencies. Mover is available in two versions: Direct Drive and Inertial Drive. With Direct Drive, the transducer is anchored to an immovable surface and the moving magnet is directly connected to a movable surface, such as a floating floor or chair. Direct Drive is also able to create an offset of ±15mm and therefore the surface will not only shake but also move, giving the audience the sensation of falling off or jumping over an object. The Inertial Drive version can be mounted directly to a surface and will excite the surface and extend the low-frequency experience. Mover is also available in low-impedance and 100V versions.

Mover is based on Powersoft’s patented moving magnet linear motor technology that was introduced in 2013. The technology can also be found in the M-Force, which has found its way into earthquake simulators as well as subwoofers. Powersoft has now been able to pack the technology into Mover for applications where a shorter travel and less force are required. It can be used to move floors or seats, both to track video content as well as transfer audible frequencies. A specific subharmonic generator plugin has been introduced to transpose the pitch of the frequencies down in order to reproduce ultra-low-frequency extension all the way down to 5Hz. www.powersoft-audio.com

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The Axle-KR402 is an aggressive, medium format portable system that produces high pressure in the near field and an extended bass response, perfect for touring, DJ sets, multi-purpose lounges and clubs.

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Intelligibility for airports Enhancing meeting space control WITH THE aim of improving PA systems at crowded airports, TOA has come up with an automated announcement system with improved voice clarity using its EN54-certified VX-3000 in combination with AviaVox’s intelligent announcement systems. AviaVox is able to generate ‘more natural and human announcements’ in a multitude of languages and is connected to the airport’s operational database to receive constant flight status updates. In accordance with the individual airport’s policy, these updates trigger automatically generated announcements that are then distributed by the VX-3000, while addressing specific zones and prioritising announcements. The scalable, IP-based system also provides up to 320kW rated output power, making it applicable for small-to-large airports with up to 2,560 zones and 1,280 remote microphones. Meanwhile, the addition of TOA’s new VX-3308WM – an all-in-one, compact voice alarm wall-mount system that also offers PA functionality – allows its use in smaller and more remote locations. The coupling of the voice alarm and PA systems means only one system is required instead of two, to distribute the alarm. Emergency messages can be addressed to selected areas while other zones stay unaffected and normal PA continues. The VX-3308WM can be combined with the modular VX-3000 cabinet rack for installation in highrise buildings. In other news, TOA has also devised a range of conference and wireless systems. The D5000 provides higher speech intelligibility, while integrating feedback

VX-3000WM suppressor (FBS), transmission encryption and an ‘ultra-light’ beltpack. TOA has also announced that the latest SIP technology now allows its N-8000 intercom system to be integrated into existing communication systems via various SIP servers. The N-SP80 SIP intercom station, meanwhile, is now compatible with the G.722 audio codec. The device features easy unlocking to give simple access to controls and is ideal for building entrances, car park gates or other points of entry. Finally, the MA-725F digital matrix mixer is an all-in-one solution for multichannel or multi-zone applications combining a 6x4 audio matrix, DSP and four-channel Class-D amplifier into one chassis. It is equipped with four independent line inputs, two mic/line priority inputs and offers individually selectable background music for different zones as well as announcements.

AMX HAS collaborated with Zoom Video Communications to create more powerful collaboration centres, with two solutions that integrate the AMX Acendo Core Collaboration System and the Zoom Meetings service, as well as AMX Modero G5 control panels and the Zoom Rooms Controller app to make meetings more productive and efficient. The AMX Acendo Core Collaboration System can natively run the cloud-based Zoom Meetings app to launch one-touch Zoom Meetings and offers streamlined video communications and messaging, including the ability to record meetings locally or to the cloud. It

also features wireless document sharing, web browsing and room scheduling. In addition, the AMX and Zoom collaboration works alongside the app to offer other onscreen

functions such as powering on/off lights and displays, opening and closing shades, and controlling the environment. www.amx.com

Capture events in 3D A 3D-BASED, fully automated tracking system for event and lecture capture has been devised by Avonic. The system uses multiple

PTZ cameras located at strategic positions throughout a venue to create a ‘TV-like capture experience’ at a video quality of 1080p60.

For local capture/recording, output from the T-Rex would typically be via HD-SDI. However, for streaming to a cloud-based capture system, the T-Rex supports the H.264 and H.265 codecs support for HDMI is also available. The T-Rex can automatically switch between multiple camera angles to deliver a different viewing experience and is based on machine learning technologies that facilitate 3D speaker tracking without the need for the speaker to put on special equipment as it can be automatically or manually controlled via a web interface. www.avonic.eu

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Analog Way upgrades to LivePremier class

DEDICATED TO both staging and systems integration, Analog Way has created a new platform of modular and scalable 4K/8K multi-screen presentation systems and videowall processors. The LivePremier series consists of four preconfigured products in the form of Aquilon RS1, RS2, RS3 and RS4 together with the C and C+ customisable models that can be tailored for use in any project or event. The French manufacturer has incorporated its most powerful 4K/8K presentation system to date into the LivePremier series together with unique I/O capabilities and up to 120-megapixel throughput. The ultra-low-latency Aquilon systems have been designed to combine real-time 10/12-bit 4:4:4 video processing power and 4K60p on each input and output. Field-

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LivePremier replaceable I/O connector modules allow connectivity to a variety of

formats including HDMI2.0, DP1.2, 12G-SDI and future potential

formats such as single-cable 8K60 and IPTV transports. In its largest chassis configuration, LivePremier Aquilon offers up to 24 4K60 inputs and 20 4K60 outputs configurable as single screens, edge-blended widescreens or scaled auxiliary outputs, two dedicated 4K Multiviewer outputs, or up to 24 4K or 48 HD freely assignable layers. Advanced display configurations include custom output formats, output rotation, area of interest, bezel compensation and pixel pitch management. Eliminating the need for external audio embedders and de-embedders, native Dante audio routing capability has been integrated into the design to embed or de-embed up to 64 channels of audio over a Dante network. Mission-critical features

such as redundant hot-swappable power supplies and smart thermal management provide uninterrupted performance. For ease of set up and control of multi-screen presentations, the HTML5-based Web RCS user interface has been developed. Compatible with any device or platform including iOS and Android devices, Web RCS offers many unique features that simplify configuration and operation. These include live programme/ preview workspaces with highresolution dynamic thumbnails of connected sources, multi-operator collaboration with password protection and user privileges, walkthrough guides, keyword search and multi-language support. www.analogway.com

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Razor-sharp quality COMBINING CONTRAST ratio, durability and affordability, the APS Series of 3LCD laser projectors from Christie delivers 6,500 ISO lumens, and a five-year and 10,000-hour warranty, whichever comes first. The LWU650-APS and LWU530APS have been designed for classrooms, boardrooms or other small-space environments. They feature an efficient laser illumination system and patented optical light path design that uses only one motor. ‘The patented optical light pass design changes the excitation light spot shape from a round spot to a rectangular shape and disperses the energy on the phosphor wheel, which improves the reliability of the phosphor wheel,’ explained Jim Hall, senior product manager, Christie. ‘Featuring flexible input/output options, an on-board 16W speaker and omnidirectional design and whisper-quiet operation, the APS Series provides razor-sharp image quality whether it’s a presentation, dataset or video.’

Mirage 304K The Mirage 304K is a 30,000-lumen, 3DLP, 4K projector combining a compact form factor, light weight, powerful processing and user-friendly features such as built-in warping and blending, nearfield communication monitoring and an at-a-glance preview screen. Based on the industry’s only 4K, true 120Hz capable projection system and featuring Christie’s TruLife electronics, the Mirage 204K has been built for omnidirectional deployment and can be mounted and operated in any orientation. The Secure Series of flat panels has been developed for government, corporate or military environments, or other facilities that require top security at all times. The first two models are the SUHD551-L and SUHD651-L and include OPS slot, UHD resolution and USB playback. ‘Customer requirements for a professional secure display without RF are going largely unmet,’ said Jim Hall, senior product manager, Christie. ‘This series includes compliance with current TAA requirements.

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The panels do not have radio frequency functionality, so no unauthorised users can access the system – adding an extra layer of security.’ The FHD553-X flat panel has been designed to replace the FHD552-X and features an ultra-narrow bezel flat panel with full HD resolution, high pixel density and an LED backlit screen. The panel can be installed in either portrait or landscape mode and comes with a three-year parts and labour warranty. Nearly a decade after the launch of Christie MicroTiles, the manufacturer has launched MicroTiles LED. The smaller, brighter, more powerful and more flexible LED version delivers P3 colour space, complies with HDR-10 and is suitable for broadcast sets, corporation venues, museums, retail, stadiums, arenas and higher education. It includes a lowprofile, ADA-compliant QuickMount system so displays can be created in any shape and size, including 90° inside/outside corners and both concave and convex curves.

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Lightweight 4K projection CANON HAS added two new models to its range of 4K projectors – the 4K5020Z and LX-MH502Z. The 4K5020Z offers a compact and lightweight chassis that incorporates a spigot fitting and delivers 5,000 lumens using a blue laser diode light source and yellow phosphor wheel. The interchangeable lens projector is fitted with an RS-SL07RST 4K lens for ‘more accurate optics’. With a 1.76x motorised zoom, the RS-SL07RST also enhances the projector range. Meanwhile, the LX-MH502Z aims to provide a more affordable DLP laser projector, using pixelshifting technology to achieve 4K UHD resolution in 3840x2160.

Comparatively, the 4K5020Z produces 4096x2160 native 4K resolution. Both the 4K5020Z and the LX-MH502Z weigh 9.3kg and are ideally suited for small or awkward installation environments. Boasting a 1.6x zoom and wide lens shift, the LX-MH502Z offers versatility in installation for a wide variety of applications. When projecting in a confined space onto a broad sur face, the LX-MH502Z employs a one-chip DLP to achieve a projection range of up to 6.5m. The 4K5020Z is equipped with a motorised lens to simplify planning requirements, while the laser diode and yellow phosphor light source in both projectors allow them to be used in any 360°

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programming and automation to the power, inputs, lens and calibration for reduced management time. Designed to help improve the cost of ownership of 4K projectors, the 4K5020Z and LX-MH502Z are equipped with a laser light source to facilitate 24/7 operation. With a filter-free composition, the LX-MH502Z reportedly has a life span of 20,000 hours with nominal maintenance time, no cleaning requirements or lamps to replace. Additionally, both have a quick power on/off function for on-demand use and an eco-mode setting to ensure longer, quiet operation.

orientation for more versatility. Additionally, portrait projection is possible to meet the needs of digital signage applications. Both the 4K5020Z and LX-MH502Z are fitted with two HDMI inputs,

offering 4K/60p using a single HDMI cable, plus HDR and 4K at both 60p and 30p, respectively. The 4K5020Z is also equipped with a 12-month scheduling function, which allows for

20,000 hours of ‘maintenancefree’ operation, in addition to Epson’s laser light source structure. A triple layer dust-proof structure housing a sealed optical engine reportedly ensures durability for the EB-L12000Q and EB-L20000U by reducing their airflow by 86% compared to previous models. A liquid cooling system, meanwhile, keeps the projectors’ key optical elements within the sealed optical engine running at optimal temperatures. Additionally, both projectors include a mechanical shutter to protect the lens from laser light damage.

The projectors are both able to rotate 360° in all directions without losing image brightness. A built-in camera assists with remote diagnostics and set up, and Epson’s Professional Projector Tool software facilitates the simple set up of multi-

projector installations with features including geometry correction, automated edgeblending, curve correction and colour matching. Both models are also equipped with the same 4K-compatible lenses found in the Epson EBL1000 series projectors. They are also compatible with the new zero lens offset ultra-short throw lens ELPLX02, which features a wider lens shift for environments with a limited distance between the lens and the screen. The new projectors also support Hybrid Log Gamma and HDR10.

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New firsts for Epson

EB-L12000Q EPSON IS laying claim to a new industry first with the launch of the EB-L12000Q 12,000-lumen native 4K 3LCD laser projector. The EBL12000Q includes a native 4K panel developed by the manufacturer to offer a 4K resolution at 3840x2160 pixels for projections of a higher quality than UHD.

Driven by Epson’s proprietary laser light source, the EB-L12000Q is suited for use in particularly demanding projection environments, such as large auditoriums and sanctuaries, as well as for digital signage applications. Also new is the EB-L20000U, Epson’s first projector aimed towards 20,000-lumen WUXGA installations. Both the EBL12000Q and EB-L20000U are designed to be light and compact, and include an advanced electrostatic filter for delivering

Sony projects two further lasers SONY HAS extended its laser projector lineup with the introduction of two new installation models. Developed for large image and highbrightness projections in midsized environments such as education, corporate and public applications, the VPL-FHZ75 and VPL-FHZ70 models provide WUXGA resolution and colour light output of 6,500 lumens and 5,500 lumens, respectively. Both laser projectors incorporate a newly developed, 0.76-inch LCD panel with an integrated optical compensator to deliver bright and vibrant images with high contrast of ∞:1 and true-to-life colour reproduction.

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VPL-FHZ75 The ‘intelligent setting’ feature simplifies the installation process by automatically selecting the best configuration based on the application, for which there are four preset modes including

meeting/classrooms, museums, entertainment venues and multi-screen setups. The VPLFHZ75 and VPL-FHZ70 projectors optimise their performance in relation to each environment,

such as a brightly lit meeting room where brightness is most important, quiet environments such as museums requiring low noise level and multi-screen use where colour matching is vital. Their compact, lightweight and unobtrusive design promotes their use in applications that may operate in imper fect ambient light settings and irregularshaped rooms. The projectors can also be placed in higher locations than previously with the development of a wide lens shift of +70% vertically. In addition to creating more options for projection positioning, it also ensures that the presenters and visitors are not distracted by the light source.

Available in black and white finishes, these additions complete Sony’s lineup of laser projectors including the flagship VPL-FHZ120L with its 12,000 lumens. As all laser models can be controlled over the IP network with Bravia professional displays, facility managers can power on/off both the projectors and displays simultaneously. Sony has also announced the introduction of version 4.0 of its Venice firmware. The update adds 700 Protocol, a control protocol that connects Venice to a remote-control unit (RM-B740 and RM-B170) and an RCP-1500 series remote control panel to give filmmakers greater flexibility. pro.sony

Your Message. Focused. Convenient, easy to use, and simple. Not words one would normally use to describe a digitally steerable loudspeaker system. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve boiled down 15 years of experience setting up steerable sound systems into a few simple choices, giving consistently great results in seconds. Built-in Wi-Fi and control via our smartphone app means the only computer you need for setup is the one already in your pocket. Flush-mount hardware makes for easy installations. The convenience, simplicity, and ease of use of the new Renkus-Heinz DC12/2 will save time and money on your next project, allowing you to focus on what really matters: the message.

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4K capability for Titan

AVoIP platform supports Dolby Vision

ABLE TO produce up to 33,000 lumens, the latest incarnation of Digital Projection’s Titan threechip DLP projector has hit the market. The Titan Laser 33000 boasts DisplayPort, HDMI 2.0 and HDBaseT connectivity, while also introducing High Dynamic Range (HDR) processing to large venues. Additional features include Constant Brightness Control and DMX Art-Net compatibility, making it suitable for fixed installations, along with Non-linear Warp, Geometry

ATLONA HAS designed its OmniStream AVoIP platform to support 4K Dolby Vision HDR content at 60fps, with 4:2:2 chroma sub-sampling and 12-bit colour resolution, to be distributed over standard gigabit Ethernet data networks. Commenting on the reason for the release, Atlona director of product management, David Shamir, said: ‘Dolby Vision has earned its reputation for enabling superior, life-like images, but the lack of full compatibility in AVoIP and other video distribution systems has prevented AV customers from being able to fully realise its visual benefits.’ The OmniStream AVoIP platform was initially formed to assist systems integrators and custom installers build more flexible and scalable AV distribution systems. While the OmniStream Pro line is aimed at medium-to-large commercial environments, the OmniStream R-Type Series is more suited for light applications, including whole-house AV distribution. The new Dolby Vision capability is available for single-channel Omni-121, dualchannel Omni-122 and Omni-521 networked AV decoders. The AV solutions manufacturer has also launched the AT-UHDCAT-2, the latest addition to the company’s lineup of HDMI and

Correction, Edge Blending and Picture-in-Picture as standard. Users of the Titan Laser in live environments also benefit from the real-time clock for on/off automation, email alerts and PCbased central control software. An optional lens adaptor allows a variety of non-Digital Projection lenses to be used with the Titan, overcoming the penalty of investment in new glass when upgrading to the latest projection technology. www.digitalprojection.com

Magewell adds pro conversions THE NEWEST addition to Magewell’s Pro Convert range, the Pro Convert HDMI 4K Plus, is designed to convert sources of up to 4K UHD at a full 60fps via an HDMI 2.0 input inter face. Its sibling, the Pro Convert HDMI Plus, meanwhile, encodes HDMI source signals into fullbandwidth NDI streams of up to 1080p60 HD

The Pro Convert HDMI 4K Plus and can accept a 4Kp60 HDMI input signal for automatic downconversion to HD for encoding. Both solutions have been created to allow traditional HDMI video signals to be brought into live, IP-based production and AV infrastructures via NewTek’s NDI technology.

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‘Pro Convert devices are designed to help customers effortlessly connect their current sources into NDI workflows,’ explained Magewell’s Nick Ma. ‘Our flagship 4K models are ideal for users who are currently producing in Ultra HD or plan to in the future, while our 1080p60 models offer a lower-cost alternative.’ Both models feature extremely low latency and are designed for plug-and-play operation. Added control is available with a browser-based inter face that offers status monitoring, advanced settings and FPGAbased video processing including up/down/crossconversion, de-interlacing and image adjustments. Also joining the Pro Convert family is the Pro Convert SDI 4K Plus, which converts 6G-SDI signals up to 4K at 30fps into NDI streams. www.magewell.com

HDBaseT distribution amplifiers which brings many of the features found in the company’s UHD-CAT Series to smaller AV distribution applications. Having received requests from integrators and end-users for a model with only two outputs, the AT-UHD-CAT-2 features one HDMI input, one HDMI pass-through output and two HDBaseT outputs for distributing 1080p content up 70m or 4K/ UHD material up to 40m over category cable. Each HDBaseT output delivers video, audio,

The AT-UHD-CAT-2 supports 4K/ UHD video at 60Hz with 4:2:0 chroma sampling and is compliant with HDCP 2.2 to reportedly enable reliable distribution of copy-protected content. The UHDCAT-2 is compatible with Atlona receiver options including the AT-UHD-EX-70C-RX, the AT-HDVS200-RX HD receiver and scaler, and the AT-HDVS-SC-RX4K/UHD receiver with CrystalScale scaling technology. The UHD-CAT-2 offers TCP/IP, RS-232 and IR control capabilities for flexible integration,

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remote PoE receiver power and control signals – including RS-232 and IR, plus CEC for automatic display control – over a single cable, with the aim of simplifying installation and minimising cable runs between AV sources, control systems and displays.

and can be remotely configured, managed and monitored over a LAN, WAN or VPN with the Atlona Management System (AMS 2.0) software or Atlona’s IP-based Velocity AV control platform. www.atlona.com

Roland mixes content for streams ROLAND’S VR-1HD is a broadcast mixer designed for streaming video content captured using a multicamera setup. The manufacturer has developed the mixer to help users broadcast online content with a picture quality and sound that ‘outperforms videos live streamed from just a mobile phone or static webcam’. The VR-1HD enables users to connect, switch and stream cameras and presentations, as well as content from smartphones and tablets, with HDMI inputs. The mixer has three inputs that each accept HD and computer video resolutions. Embedded audio can be mixed with line inputs and a pair of XLR microphone inputs. A top-mounted mic input allows the use of a gooseneck microphone for operation without the need for a headset or handheld mic while controlling the VR-1HD with its dedicated controls. Also included with the VR1HD is video editing software

that features scene switching functionality, for transitioning between scenes with a professional look. Users can set up to five preset scenes for use during live streaming. Removing the legwork from vision mixing are three auto-switching modes. The first, Video Follows Audio, switches between cameras based on who is speaking into the microphone. If more than one participant speaks or remains silent at the same time, the VR1HD can switch to a wide shot that captures both performers.

Second, Beat Sync Switching mode listens to the tempo of a performance and automatically selects which camera inputs to switch between. Finally, Auto Scan is the mode recommended for use on extended live streams with no operators, as it allows users to preset specific times for switching between sources. proav.roland.com

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A new Era for Martin Rugby School calls onBroadcast-quality Mahajak image capture

THAILAND: Rugby School Thailand HARMAN brand is a BritishLIGHTING international school in Martin Professional Chonburi’s Bang Lamung District has sister introduced the and school to a facility of Martin Eraname 300,in the UK. The the same an ‘ultra-compact’ private school was established 260W with its first year, in 2017profile and, after a whitemanagement LED engine turned to school that’s designed to Mahajak Development to install produce a sharp gobo a new audio, visual and stage projection with ain flat field. The lighting system its theatre. manufacturer states thatclear the ‘The customer required Era 300 nearly anywhere, sound for‘fits speech and music is easy handle rig’, to coverto the entireand space,’ and has been developed as sales explained Mahajak’s project a compact and affordable lighting option. The Era 300 also boasts a wealth of features not often found in fixtures of its class, such as CMY colour mixing, 1:2 zoom, 9,500 lumens of output, electronic dimming and strobe, a colour wheel, two layers of gobos, iris, rotating prism and pan/tilt capability. The fully electronic dimming enables fast strobing, instant intensity control and a flat, consistent field that can be maintained down to zero, while the on-board CMY colour mixing covers

engineer. ‘The theatre is used for a variety of events, such as conferences, lectures and stage performances.’ To meet the audio requirements, Mahajak deployed two JBL EON610 self-powered speakers

everything from subtle pastels to bold and vibrant colours as well as fast transitions and smooth fades. With a 13–28° zoom, the Era 300 profile can be used for various trim heights and is wide enough to cover smaller stages. www.martin.com

with pairs of SRX818S subwoofers and SRX815 bassVADDIO HAS released PTZ reflex cabinets poweredaby two cameraXTi with 40xamplifiers. zoom, genlock Crown 6002 capabilitiesisand smoother Processing handled by amotor BSS movement. The ‘broadcast-quality’ BLU-100 networked audio system RoboSHOT 40 UHD has been and a Soundcraft Signature 22 designed the withmix. a genlock external manages sync portvisual to provide accurate On the side, the Mahajak synchronisation in multicamera team set up a Grandview Skyshow broadcastmotorised environments andwith is built 250-inch screen phase compensation fine awith Panasonic PT-RW930BA to Solid tune and adjust the genlock signal. Shine laser projector. Mahajak Theadded camera provides 4K resolution also control elements at the 30fps throughlighting 30x zoom, to theatre’s rig with a Martin Professional M-Touch surface and a DMX 5.3 Splitter, which maintains data over long DMX signal runs, boosting the DESIGNED FOR indoor andoriginal weak DMX signals to their outdoor stage applications, output level before they become Chauvet has too low toProfessional be read. released rectangular wash ‘Our maina challenge was to fixturethe withequipment an output on of time up to install 9,480 lux 5m smoother because it at was anfor urgent edge-to-edge mixing. The project,’ addedcolour the Mahajak IP65-rated‘However, COLORado engineer. thePanel work Q40 features a magnetic flood filter was completed on time because that a much wider, of ourproduces team’s dedication and but still even, wash. commitment.’ Powered by 40 15W RGBW LEDs www.mahajak.com and an adjustable beam angle of 15–24°, the COLORado Panel

according to Rob Viren, product manager at Vaddio. Used in HD mode, the camera can also achieve a 40x zoom in 1080p60, producing extreme close-up shots. The 1/2.5 Type Exmor R CMOS sensor aims to offer more powerful image signal processing for better

light-gathering capability, contrast and sharper 4K video to tackle more complex lighting locations. Other features include 70.2° horizontal field of view (wide) to 4.1° (tele), simultaneous IP streaming (RTSP/RTMP format with H.264 compression) up to 1080p30, remote management and further flexible mounting options.

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Chauvet casts a wide light CHINA: The Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai hosted the finals of the latest G League season. To ensure the 18,000 fans that filled the venue could see all of the esports action taking place, four 16m x 9m Absen LED screens were suspended 20m above the centre of the arena, offering a view of the competition to the audience on each side. ‘The competition was broadcast live on the screen, as well as on the and515mm the highxlevel Q40internet, measures 196mm of contrastand ratioweighs and refresh x 304mm 12.8kg, rate ensured an convenient excellent visual making it more to set performance, evenand on camera,’ up and transport, features said

Allen Ye, Absen’s project manager at the venue. ‘The four-sided, outdoor-rated power system and high-definition LED display datatoconnectors that can was able provide clearer and the need closer connect views ofwithout the battles and propriety for cabling. The gamefor operations each and fixture, which can be everywash audience member, wherever via DMX, WDMX theycontrolled sat.’ Theand screens formed from RDM, were also has a colour Absen’s 3.9mm pixel LED temperature rangepitch of 2,800– solution. In addition to displaying 10,000K and selectable pulse the width gameplay, they were used modulation thatalso avoids as scoreboards and forare showing flickering when events being team filmed.information. www.absen.com www.chauvetlighting.com

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ADB lights the Ocean ADB STAGELIGHT’S Ocean lighting console provides operators with access to all functions and parameters through a single, 27.5-inch screen. However, the console and screen are still compact, giving users a clear view of the stage, regardless of where they are sitting. The console can be placed on small sur faces, while the shallow depth means that users can easily reach the touchscreen. The console comes with four Ethernet ports. ‘The word Ocean conjures up the idea of a horizontal landscape, which spreads out in all directions, but still allows us to see the horizon,’ explained Simone Capeleto, CEO of ADB. ‘It is a metaphorical representation of what we intend to offer operators in practice: a way to

Orkis

and blue colours. Similarly, Klemantis is an asymmetric cyclight based on a six-colour LED module and also uses HCR technology. Together with Oksalis, both lights form a range that is said to provide a very wide colour range with an ‘extraordinary’ colour spectrum coverage. The HCR technology has been developed by ADB and Claypaky in conjunction with Osram. According to Claypaky, the technology ‘guarantees broader coverage of the colour gamut’ and gives lighting designers access to ‘every nuance and every shade of every colour’.

Ocean let them see as many things as possible on a single screen and, at the same time, keep what is happening on the stage under per fect control.’ Orkis is ADB’s new colour LED Fresnel luminaire. It has a CRI of at least 97 thanks to a modern six-colour LED system and can faithfully reproduce the behaviour of a halogen light. With a colour temperature from 8,000–2,500K, the white light it produces is described as extremely pure

as it combines six colours, and the CRI is reportedly unaltered when the colour temperature changes. It can be used as a flood light up to an 87° field angle or a spot light with a beam angle of 15°. The Orkis can be modified into a PC luminaire by changing the lens with the relevant accessory. Oksalis, meanwhile, is a static LED washlight that is based on HCR (High Colour Rendering) technology. It is an LED light module consisting of six chips, each one devoted to a different colour: amber, cyan and lime have been added to the classic red, green

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Compact frame-free lightbanks A NEW lightbank has been added to Chimera’s Pop Bank series to expand its range for Litepanels Astra and other 1x1 fixtures. The Pop Bank Small requires no mounting hardware or frame, and slides over the front of the fixture for ease-ofuse and portability. It uses the lighting designer’s standard small size front screens and increases the aperture of a 1x1 LED panel-style fixture to 607mm x 83mm. The lightweight and collapsible Pop Bank Small comes as a kit, with grid-less front screens in full and half, packed in a messengerstyle kit bag and can be used vertically or horizontally. www.chimeralighting.com

Hybrid high-power LEDs ELATION PROFESSIONAL has merged hybrid with high intensity in the latest addition to its Protron line of strobe lights. The high-powered and versatile LED luminaire has been designed to multifunction as a bright blinder, powerful strobe, high-output wash light or special effects. The Protron Eclypse features 10W CREE RGBW four-in-one LEDs with pixel zone control, strobe intensity, duration, rate and FX control and has been created to fill multiple requirements in the rig on productions of all sizes. With 96 10W RGBW LEDs producing 37,000 lumens of power, the Protron Eclypse offers a fuller spectrum of colour options, including high-impact white light, for a barrage of coloured or white light effects. The fixture projects light at a 31° beam angle, while an adjustable strobe (1–25fps) can produce rapid strobing effects with the added option to select pixel

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holder accessories are available for added versatility, while the luminaire’s interface includes control support from DMX, Art-Net, Kling-Net and RDM protocols. In other news, Obsidian Control Systems has launched the NX 4 as part of its lighting control platform, Onyx. Designed for large shows, it features a well-arranged combination of motorised and manual faders, as well as 44

playbacks. The NX 4 also includes a 15.6-inch, full HD multitouch screen with support for two external 4K touch displays. Eight assignable parameter encoders, an intensity encoder, an assistive minitouch screen and a keypad and command section are included. The NX 4 also includes an Intel Hexa-Core processor, high-speed NVMe SSD drive and 16GB of DDR4 RAM.

Protron Eclypse control. In addition, the luminaire can be dimmed down to 0% and a selection of variable dimming curves is provided. Fitted in a robust housing for on-the-road use, rigging options include an adjustable/removable yoke bracket with three-position mounting holes, a ¼-turn omega bracket and integrated interlocking pins for easy multiple fixture matrix designs. With an

IPX4 rating for protection against water spray, the unit is also suitable for temporary or more rugged outdoor applications. Barn door and gel frame

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Decades of planning in the making, the new Istanbul Airport has finally gone online, with its terminal building boasting a complete PA/VA solution from Titan, discovers Simon Luckhurst A NEW SET OF BUILDINGS HAS ARISEN ON THE TRANQUIL outskirts of Istanbul that is set to become one of the most travelled-to areas in the world in the coming months. Having serviced the city since the early 20th century, Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport is being replaced with an ambitious new hub for Turkish Airlines. The new Istanbul Airport will be the largest ‘built from scratch’ in the world, facilitating up to 2,000 flights a day and an initial capacity of up to 90 million passengers. But it’s also been built to grow and hopes to replace Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport as the busiest passenger airport in the world in the next 2–4 years. In addition to sheer volume (the floor area covers 1,400,000m2 on a site three times the size of Frankfurt Airport), a mix of the latest technical advances have been deployed. These include a smart wayfinding system, biometric screening and advanced passport control, augmented reality smart kiosks, social mediaenabled services and the world’s biggest Airfield Ground Lighting System via 40,000 LEDs. The new terminal buildings also boast green credentials, both in the construction and ongoing operation, and Istanbul Airport hopes to become the first and largest infrastructure project outside North America to obtain Envision sustainability verification. Needless to say, the interior of the new airport’s terminal building required a public address system sufficiently advanced to match the exterior’s technical ambition. And like many impressively styled modern public spaces, the walls and floors of the majority of the new airport are covered in shiny, reflective surfaces – great for the visual aesthetic but a nightmare for ensuring the intelligible communication of messages from airport staff to passengers. A noteworthy feature, the large face windows of Terminal 1 look stunning as passengers approach the building, and serve a dual purpose of providing energy-efficient cooling and heating for the interior space, but similarly work to complicate sound transmission inside. Specialising in airport PA systems, Turkish systems integrator Titan quickly realised that a beam-steering setup was vital to providing the necessary acoustic control in such a cavernous environment and worked closely with

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At the time of Pro AVL MEA’s visit, just two flights were due to arrive at the new terminal

The R-H arrays stretch right down to the end of each gate pier

Renkus-Heinz engineers on a design proposal for the new terminal audio system. The suggestion to approach Renkus-Heinz came from AtlasIED, whose products account for the remainder of the audio signal chain for Titan’s PA/VA system. ‘I was looking for the right line arrays when AtlasIED asked us if we would consider working with Renkus-Heinz and that they would provide us with full design support throughout the project,’ recalls Bulent Akinci, CEO at Titan. ‘That was essential, because most of the other brands had a lack of support in design. To do an acoustical design for a building like this is a piece of art – you need to be an artist and also an engineer.’ Supporting the line array design on behalf of Renkus-Heinz was independent consultant Ricardo Castro from RCOE, who was tasked with modelling the areas and devising a design capable of delivering an STI of greater than 0.65. ‘There was an original design with another brand, but Titan realised that the final performance would not be what the client was expecting,’ explains Castro. ‘I started working on the design; the positionings, doing the models, inserting speakers and

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The futuristic air traffic control tower serves as the new landmark for the airport

then checking the performance for comparisons with what was being proposed by the competition. Of course, digitally steerable loudspeakers were more expensive but, crucially, would deliver the results that the client was expecting.’ After completing the first design and ending up at nearly double the price of the competition, a series of adjustments and finetunings were performed before arriving at the final proposal. ‘It was a long process,’ continues Castro. ‘I started working on this project three years ago and it has taken maybe two years to complete the models for all spaces. The entire line array design had to be supported with models and simulations throughout.’ In total, 467 Iconyx steerable line array elements have been deployed at the terminal building, covering the check-in, five piers and baggage reclaim areas. ‘The check-in area presented a considerable challenge because it’s so big, so complex and the ceiling is so high,’ explains Castro. ‘The baggage reclaim area is also a very important space and was a challenge because it’s big, yet the ceiling is so low. It required very tight beams for the sound to reach all of the people. Furthermore, in each pier there was the issue of perfectly delaying and synchronising all of the R-H arrays. This is a considerable problem when we’re talking about a distance of over 800m across a single pier.’ Conceding that this was an impossible task, the consultant used the steerable arrays to minimise the inferences, finding an acceptable compromise by creating virtual areas. ‘The idea was dividing the big zones into small “virtual” areas – acoustical independents,’ notes Castro. ‘We then assumed points at each new small area as the zero reference and starting point for synchronising all of the next zones.’ Added to these challenges was the fact that Istanbul Airport was by far the largest steerable array project Titan had ever worked on. ‘This was the first time we had done a big project using Renkus-Heinz. For us, this is probably also the largest line array application we’ve completed in general,’ notes Akinci. ‘The beam-steering technology is definitely a must-have for this type of building. It ensures that whether you’re right by the speaker or 80m away, the sound pressure level is the same. And because the beams are steerable, you only have to project the sound to where you need it. With less reflections you are populating less air molecules and so the result is less reverberation.’ A project of this size, however, can't be undertaken all at once. The first phase would focus on providing coverage at the terminal check-in and arrivals area, in addition to the five piers that deliver passengers from the check-in lounge to their gate. In the main check-in area, 16 columns of R-H Iconyx IC32-24 digitally steerable line array loudspeaker systems fire from end to end along the check-in desks towards the main wall that serves as the entry point for passengers, with the beams focused to direct energy away from the reflective check-in counters. A further 16 IC16-8 steerable columns take over from the point where the IC32 beams end, extending intelligibility to the main entrances. Any smaller areas not covered by these beams have been augmented with single IC8 columns installed on the top of the counters or positioned 180° behind the main IC32-24 arrays, of which there are 26. In the baggage reclaim area, a further 16 units of IC32-24 arrays have been deployed at regular intervals and fire from end-to-end along the belt areas, as well as 19 units of IC24-16 firing from end to end along the greeting hall distributed by pillars towards the exit door columns for the arrivals area. Each of the five piers is also home to a further 30 units of IC16-8 line arrays installed at regular intervals along each of the piers’ 800m-long walkways. The speakers are disposed over two parallel lines across the pier all on the same direction and towards the hammerhead zone of each. While the 467 Renkus-Heinz beam-steering line arrays form the most prominent aspect of the installation, approximately 35,850 passive ceiling speakers have been deployed at regular intervals throughout the five piers to provide consistent coverage. ‘Aside from the Iconyx arrays, we also used some passive line arrays manufactured by CMX for some of the smaller areas, where a “smart” speaker wasn’t necessary,’ adds the Titan CEO. ‘Furthermore, in all of the gate areas throughout the piers where there is sufficient height from the ceiling, we used low-cost passive ceiling speakers from China.’ ‘I made the designs for the check-in hall where we have three different kinds of speakers, covering three different areas,’ furthers Castro. ‘It didn’t make sense for me to also do the ceiling speakers. Everyone knows that placing one speaker every

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Measuring the STI of the R-H arrays along the piers

AltasIED that we needed Class-A speaker cabling and we needed to be able to monitor the feeds, but their original version couldn’t do that. So, their engineers designed one especially for this project. Needless to say, a number of updates were required to implement all of the different requests, but the AtlasIED team were always available to support us.’ Titan opted to connect all of the equipment at the new airport via Dante, providing one of the biggest technical challenges of all. ‘This project was a big learning curve for us,’ admits the Titan CEO. ‘Originally, without knowing at the time, we’d thought we’d done the right thing by splitting the network and system design up into seven sections, but we later learnt that there were limitations in terms of how many nodes you could have per Dante controller. As is often the case on large projects like this, Titan was forced to run its signals over the airport’s central LAN. ‘We have a dedicated network that is not part of the overall airport network,’ says Akinci. ‘When it’s your own network, you can do whatever is required with it but, because of power regulations and because our system is

but even more important is the people that you're dealing with. Norbert Bau, Ricardo Castro and the other people supporting us on the Renkus-Heinz part of this project, really made it a success.’ Serving to further highlight just how important it is that the right equipment gets specified for the job at hand, even if it comes at a financial premium, the Titan CEO explains that the airport initially purchased some cheaper models of microphones for paging, before later realising the error of its ways. ‘We’re now replacing those microphones with touchscreens,’ he says, ‘with an added benefit being huge additional flexibility in terms of personalisation for users, as final boarding calls and messages such as this can all be managed through the microphone stations.’ Several more construction phases are still planned at Istanbul Airport in the coming years, ultimately resulting in a total of six runways, four terminal buildings occupying 5,400,000m2 of indoor area and the ability to serve up to 200 million passengers a year by 2025. For Titan, having met all of the expectations

4m or 5m will work effectively. But, on the big halls, with high ceilings and big reverberation times, there was a requirement for something more specific, hence the decision to use steerable cabinets.’ ‘This building is a bit like a butterfly shape – two wings, one nose and a fat body; the terminal, the check-in and arrival areas are the central part,’ explains Akinci. ‘For a number of reasons, we divided the building into four main sections, one for each of the two wings, one for the nose and with the check-in and baggage reclaim areas forming the fourth. Each of these sections has its own controller – the central section because of its size has two controllers on the AtlasIED side – and each building is independent. There are two controllers per section, one reserved for redundancy. ‘We then further divided the terminal, because the duty-free area by itself is 120,000m2 and much larger than many airports in the world,’ he adds. ‘So, we added another controller, meaning that we had six sets of controllers, two being in the terminal building.’ The R-H arrays in the check-in areas provide coverage right across the 80m-long aisles

The low ceilings but large baggage reclaim area created an extra challenge These six sets of AtlasIED IP116 controllers are configured redundantly to act as one and can provide global paging to all the R-H line arrays and ceiling speakers from 162 Smart Touch Screen Microphone Stations integrated with AODB (Airport Operational Database) and FAS interface solutions in both Turkish and English languages. FAS is AtlasIED’s Flight Announcement System that allows arrival and departure announcements to automatically be played to appropriate areas. Power for the passive ceiling speakers is from around 800 units of 150W, 300W and 1,600W AtlasIED dual amplifiers together with 130 T112 Titan amplifier frames, housed in 47U racks throughout the building across 27 ULV rooms. Interestingly, due to the long time frames involved in the project, the majority of the components were still at the design stage when initially quoted. As the project evolved, the products were developed, keeping in mind the unique challenges and requirements of their first customer, Titan. ‘One good thing about AtlasIED is that they are always behind your design,’ notes Akinci. ‘Almost 80% of the devices installed here were custom or modified designs – they didn’t exist as SKUs when the project was started.’ It’s no surprise, therefore, that the Titan frames used prominently on this project bear the name of the Ankara-based systems integrator. ‘The amplifier frame is called Titan – we told

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serving not only public address but also the alarm for evacuation purposes, there are rules you have to adhere to. To meet these rules, the fire officials said: “We want the network in a loop topology”. When you do that you enter the industrial switch world, which is why we ended up using Cisco switches.’ With phase 1 of the project now largely complete for Titan, the company is transitioning from the check-in areas and gate piers to installing PA/VA solutions for outlets in the large duty-free lounge. ‘The duty-free area is another half a million Lira contract, part of the same project but with different buyers,’ explains the Titan CEO. Here, Titan plans to provide each outlet with a PA/VA solutions that can also be independently controlled to serve their own BGM requirements. ‘We are giving them each their own AtlasIED amplifier and have designed a custom face plate for each shop for control. They play their music through the same AtlasIED amplifier and speakers as our alarm system, while we maintain full control with only one system being deployed as opposed to two. If they want to play something, they can do it within their own zone, but all of the shops are actually a part of our overall alarm system.’ Additionally, an initial proposal has already been submitted by Titan to integrate two full AtlasIED microphone sets and accompanying amplifiers and speakers at Turkish Airlines’ 10,000m2 international lounge. ‘This project hasn’t even started yet, so this will be another sale. We’ve secured it and will be starting to carry out the work shortly,’ says Akinci. ‘Finally, there will be a 400-room hotel opening here that is part of the airport complex and we hope to win the contract to install its fire alarm and evacuation systems, and also some additional F&B outlets whose setups will be similar to the duty-free shops. All of the additional work we’re doing here is probably adding up to another million dollars.’ At almost 2.5km from diagonal corner to corner, the huge scale of the new airport was naturally one of the biggest obstacles, yet, despite lasting more than three years (with more work planned for the future), time was never really on Titan’s side. ‘Everything always needed to be completed yesterday,’ says Akinci. ‘There were a lot of design changes, but nothing so radical that it really threw a spanner in the works. I think our design is quite solid. There’s absolutely no doubt that it was the right decision to go with Renkus-Heinz. However, the product itself is very important,

IC16-8s have been hidden within the check-in booths to extend coverage to the front of the terminal building promised, the company will be hoping it’s in pole position for the future expansion phases. Even as an independent consultant, work hasn't finished for RCOE either. ‘The funny thing with a project like this is that even after opening, the installation will have its own life and there will be lots of small adjustments made daily as we get feedback from people using the various spaces. The goal for us is to reach a certain level where let’s say 80–90% of the area is comfortable. The final results meet my predictions for intelligibility, which is good because it is with these predictions that we won the project. Our average for the check-in hall is 0.63 STI.’ With the original intention for the new Istanbul Airport to replace Atatürk Airport in October 2018, the switchover finally commenced at the beginning of April 2019 and the airport is now fully on its way to operation. www.atlasied.com www.rcoe.pt www.renkus-heinz.com www.titanbt.com

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Portable ETX Series two-way loudspeakers and subwoofers reinforced the podium ceremony

Winning formula

PKE Gulf was faced with a tight timescale to install a new sound reinforcement system ahead of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2019 RELIABILITY PROVED TO BE THE KEY FACTOR UNDER the floodlights in the Sakhir desert, as engine problems 10 laps from the end of the race ensured that Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc lost his lead at the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2019 to eventually finish third. Reliability was also a major consideration for the home of the race – Bahrain International Circuit – as it looked to replace the ageing sound reinforcement system covering a pair of its grandstands with a power ful new solution ahead of the Grand Prix. The original solution had been installed in 2004 when the circuit became the first track in the Middle East to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix. While it initially per formed to the standards required by the circuit, the advances made in audio technology over the years ensured that the analogue amplifiers and paging horn system had become dated. To solve this problem, Bahrain International Circuit turned to its long-term partner, PKE Gulf WLL. The Manama-based company is a subsidiary of Austrian systems integrator, PKE Holding. It has been working with the circuit’s management for 15 years to provide services such as AV support, timekeeping, video production and all electronics. As such, it was intimately aware of the challenges presented by the circuit. ‘We were tasked with creating even sound coverage for all areas of the two grandstands,’ recalls Gerald Zak, senior

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technical manager at PKE Gulf WLL. ‘The system needed to achieve high intelligibility and powerful sound reproduction, as opposed to the previous sound solution based exclusively on horns. In addition to this, it also needed to be able to overcome the high ambient noise caused by racing cars.’ A final consideration came from the circuit’s location. ‘The deployed loudspeakers would also have to be able to withstand the high temperatures, wind and sand of the Sakhir desert,’ explains Zak. To overcome these challenges, the PKE Gulf team turned to a solution that drew on the combined benefits of Electro-Voice loudspeakers and Dynacord electronics. The loudspeaker that PKE Gulf selected for the main bulk of the project was a weatherised version of the EVH two-way coaxially fully horn-loaded cabinet. A total of 72 boxes have been flown in pairs from the front lip of the roofline to cover each of the stands. A variety of coverage patterns ensure the SI could meet the core aim of providing even coverage to every area. As such, the project includes 17 90° x 90° EVH-1152D/99-PIBs, 33 90° x 60° EVH-1152D/96-PIBs and 22 90° x 40° EVH-1152D/94-PIBs. A final loudspeaker element came with a new system to cover the podium. ‘Portable ETX Series two-way loudspeakers and subwoofers by Electro-Voice were used for all supporting events and the F1 podium ceremony,’ furthers Zak. This comprised a pair of ETX-12P 12-inch powered

As well as providing coverage, the weatherised cabinets will have to withstand the harsh local climate

FEATURES: INSTALLATION cabinets with the same number of complimentary ETX-15SP 15-inch powered subs providing low-end reinforcement. Further down the signal chain it was Dynacord that came to the fore, delivering a variety of electronics to ensure the optimum performance of the system. The recently launched IPX series of multichannel amplifiers power the solution. Created for medium- to large-sized installations, the IPX family is equipped with both Dante and OCA, thanks to its OMNEO IP networking architecture, and embodies several proprietary amplifier technologies. The project saw the SI install eight IPX 10:4 4x2,500W amps plus a further four IPX 5:4 4x1,250W units to power the passive elements of the system. Routing for the system is handled by three Dynacord P64 digital matrices. These are in charge of the complete audio routing between the circuit, broadcaster, media centre and all other zones. According to Zak, one of the reasons behind the decision to use this technology was that the modular, network-compatible and configurable audio system controller along with the IRIS-Net remote control and supervision software allowed the SI to design a complete system solution. While the overall system needed to provide great sound quality, its wider life-safety purpose meant it also had to meet various PA/VA requirements. The EN54-24 certification of the EVH and SX 600PIX cabinets plus the EN54-16 certification for the P64 as well as other electronic components went to form one aspect of this, and the solution was completed with Dynacord Promatrix paging stations for public announcements. ‘Dynacord Promatrix are modular public address and voice evacuation systems engineered to create a secure environment for the public,’ states Zak. ‘Promatrix delivers

A variety of EVH models were required to provide complete coverage

A total of 72 boxes have been flown in pairs from the front lip of the roofline to cover each of the stands

The customised IRIS-Net UI deployed in the press room

pro audio for foreground music, the circuit is using it for all of their announcements.’ With the solution designed, PKE Gulf moved into the installation phase. This saw the team face one of the major challenges of the project – the timeframe. With a fixed deadline of the Grand Prix weekend at the end of March, the SI had only five weeks from the old system being torn down to complete the installation. To ensure that it would meet this deadline, the SI opted to call in the support of the local Bosch office in Dubai. ‘The technical support team of Electro-Voice and Dynacord helped us by assisting the PKE Gulf team with the sound system installation,’ says Zak. ‘They also helped us with system tuning and the customisation of the software control interface via IRIS-Net software.’

With the project completed on time, Zak describes the end result as ‘a seamless sound system solution for a world-class event’. And it would seem that he is not alone in this assessment. Following the success of this initial project, the integrator has been enlisted to expand the solution with additional work. ‘There is a second installation phase already in the works,’ reveals Zak. ‘The new sound reinforcement system will be expanded ver y soon with a fur ther 84 Electro-Voice SX 600PIX high-output two-way loudspeakers alongside five of the manufacturer’s SX 300PIX speakers to ensure high-quality sound coverage for all other stands along the racetrack, as well as the adjacent areas.’ Following this first race weekend for the new system, Bahrain International Circuit will surely be hoping to draw some parallels with the race result. The reliability and per formance of Mercedes’ German engineering saw the manufacturer’s drivers occupy the top two steps of the podium. If the same thing happens with the German engineering powering its Electro-Voice and Dynacord sound system, the circuit will be in a strong position for years to come. www.dynacord.com www.electrovoice.com www.pke-me.com

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New Cairo’s new cathedral

Cathedral of the Nativity has opened its doors, becoming the largest church in the Middle East. James Cooke reports AT THE DAWN OF 2019, EGYPTIAN PRESIDENT ABDEL Fattah el-Sisi inaugurated the Cathedral of the Nativity in New Cairo. A brand new Coptic Orthodox cathedral dedicated to the birth of Christ, Great St Antony is thought to be the largest church in the Middle East at 135,000m2, with space for a congregation of up to 8,500 people. Audio Technology Egypt was tasked with designing and installing the systems for sound reinforcement at the new cathedral. From the initial planning stages, including software simulations of the audio setup required, it became clear that the imposing size of the building, and the sheer volume within, was going to result in a number of challenges to overcome. A daunting task lay ahead, especially given Cathedral of the Nativity’s high public profile. The cathedral may be one of the largest on the planet, but it would often find itself under a proverbial magnifying glass. ‘The brief from the beginning was clear,’ recalls Emad Adly, chairman of Audio Technology. ‘It would be the largest cathedral in the Middle East with an interior length of 142m, width of 90m, dome height of 45m and a high vaulted ceiling. An audio system was therefore required because of how challenging the acoustics in the sanctuary are with hard reverberation. We had to make sure the largest church in the Middle East sounded good with the latest technology in the form of digital steerable line arrays.’ The integrator has plenty of experience in projects at houses of worship throughout Egypt, including several Saint Marc Episcopate affiliated churches. ‘Through the years, Audio Technology has supplied and installed sound reinforcement systems, mixing consoles and wireless microphone systems for numerous houses of worship,’ confirms Adly. ‘Audio Technology also provided system calibration and design services for the Episcopate’s Saint Mark cathedral, which led to us being invited to bid for the new capital’s Cathedral of the

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Nativity tender, and we had the honour of winning this historic project.’ During the system design process, the Audio Technology team made use of AFMG’s EASE Focus acoustic simulation software to determine the best sound setup possible. ‘The biggest challenge we faced was the acoustics,’ Adly reiterates. ‘The reverberation time was challenging because of the architecture and the building’s finishing materials. A lot of details in the design of the church had to be studied and simulated before installation. It took us two months of hard work and several EASE modelling revisions.’ Other issues to contend with included the various restrictions imposed by the cathedral, including aesthetic considerations. ‘Not all designs and primary plans for the installation were approved the first time,’ adds Adly. Once the design was finalised, the installation, commissioning and tuning took the Audio Technology team approximately one month. The main sound reinforcement

system is formed from 14 of Fohhn Audio’s Linea Focus beamsteering speakers, to direct the audio towards the congregation and away from the cathedral’s reverberant surfaces. A pair of DLI-430 speakers have been installed, one on each side of the sanctuary, as the main PA system. Another two DLI430 cabinets cover the choir area, while eight DLI-230 systems can be found in four pairs throughout the length of the nave as delays. A further two DLI-230s provide coverage in the side aisles. Fohhn’s Airea active loudspeaker management and intelligent audio networking system has been employed, with two AM-40 Airea Master modules installed at the cathedral. ‘The AM-40 Master unit distributes audio (AES/EBU) and control data,’ explains Samuel Hartmann from Fohhn Audio. ‘Therefore, each speaker is connected to an AM-40 by a single Cat cable. ‘Meanwhile, the adjustment of the Linea Focus DLI speakers was done with Fohhn Audio Soft, including the real-time adjustment of all beam parameters and EQ, and Fohhn’s Measuring Software, FAMSA, by Fohhn engineer Ralf Freudenberg onsite.’

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A pair of TW Audio T24s with four B18 subwoofers form the FOH system at LSB

Premium installs A variety of outlets at the Rixos Premium in Dubai are Powersoft-driven, highlighting Pulse Middle East’s close relationship with the Italian manufacturer after years of successful installs, discovers Simon Luckhurst DUBAI’S JUMEIRAH BEACH RESIDENCE DISTRICT IS NO stranger to new luxur y hotels filling its skyline. But when the jagged and angular edges of the new Rixos Premium Hotel began to emerge against JBR’s backdrop of sandycoloured skyscrapers in 2017, it was tricky to ignore. And, once inside, the sense of awe and grandeur is amplified fur ther by the massive lobby ceiling stretching at least four floors overhead. The facilities on offer reflect this distinction, and inside there are a number of different independently run enter tainment and leisure outlets. One of the main attractions for relaxing is the lavish Azure Beach Bar, spor ting an infinity pool and immaculately manicured lawn stretching down to a private beach. Around its edges are a cacophony of side areas including a bar, café and restaurant among several gym and workout areas, with loungers positioned throughout for guests to soak up the sun. After the sun sets, the focus moves indoors to the selection of music/bar and restaurant outlets such as Lock, Stock & Barrel (LSB), STK Steakhouse, Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes, and Luigia Italian restaurant. With all of these areas requiring high-quality background music, Dubai-based integrator Pulse Middle East was

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brought on board to outfit all five of the venues at the hotel. While audio reinforcement comes from a blend of manufacturers in the various areas, the constant tying the complete project together was Pulse Middle East’s insistence on using Powersoft amplifiers. ‘The first phase of the project for us was LSB, which we first saw the plans for in mid-2017,’ explains Pulse Middle East’s head of audio, Andrew Morris. ‘Each venue is managed independently; Sunset Hospitality operates Black Tap, Luigia and Azure, while Solutions Leisure is in charge of LSB and STK Steakhouse. We’ve worked with Solutions Leisure before at the first LSB outlet, as well as a couple of their other venues. They approached us to outfit the new LSB due to our good relationship, although, of course, we had to make sure that we were competitive.’ LSB is an interesting blend of bar, restaurant, nightclub and live music, with a laid-back atmosphere during the daytime that can get quite lively later on. ‘It can get quite loud in here, especially on Fridays,’ explains LSB audio technician, lan Lazala. ‘When there’s a really big crowd here, people go crazy, dancing and screaming for the bands and for the DJs.’ With bands performing live at LSB on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and DJs on the other evenings, the audio system

Pulse Middle East’s Andrew Morris

FEATURES: INSTALLATION is configured to cater for both and is built around cabinets from German manufacturer TW Audio, with power from Powersoft Quattrocanali and X Series amplifiers – seven Quattrocanali 4804 DSP+Ds serve the smaller 8-inch M8 and 10-inch M10 speakers distributed in the areas further from the stage, in addition to ceiling speakers in the toilets. The three X8s drive the main band PA consisting of a pair of T24s with four B18 subwoofers, additional B18 and B15 subs dotted around the venue, and T20s for out-fills. A further five C15 stage monitors with a B15 sub are powered by a portable rack of two Quattrocanali 4804 DSP+Ds. ‘There were some quite long cable runs in the end at LSB, so the damping control on the Powersoft amps really helped to ensure that the subs were sounding consistent all around the venue, by compensating for these,’ says Morris. Pulse opted to install a redundant Dante infrastructure at LSB with processing and control from BSS BLU-100 processors with BSS BLU-DANs so, even if one of the devices were to fail, the system would automatically switch over to the second set of devices. ‘It makes per fect sense to deploy a redundant system here at LSB,’ notes Morris. ‘The venue cannot afford to lose the audio system for even an hour, the cost impact of adding redundant devices versus the impact of losing audio makes per fect sense. We also set up a diagnostics page that allows the operator to see the status of each of the amplifiers and the two Dante networks, and the system is capable of emailing our support team to let us know if we need to intervene. This was important – because of the level of redundancy in the venue, it wouldn’t otherwise be easy to tell if something had gone wrong. This way, the system can be monitored and faults corrected before they’re noticed by any customers.’

More than just a sports bar, LSB also boasts good food to match the atmosphere venue where there’s a network point installed. Following the project at LSB, Pulse Middle East also worked at Sunset Hospitality, outfitting its Azure, Black Tap and Luigia outlets. While the industrial aesthetic of LSB shares little in common with the laid-back atmosphere of Azure, the audio backbones deployed at each are strikingly similar. ‘They both have BSS matrixes and use Powersoft amplification,’ explains Morris. ‘Azure is special because it’s a lifestyle venue supported by a 5-star property with an amazing atmosphere. In the daytime, we have families here enjoying the pool, but it's a complete venue with a variety of concepts – we also have indoor and outdoor restaurants and lounges, water sports The Powersoft X8 amplifiers driving LSB’s FOH system and a bar,’ explains Azure operations manager, Raphael Cardoso. ‘We typically attract quite premium customers and so we need to offer them a premium service; the music system is a very important part of that.’ Here, five Quattrocanali 2404 DSPs provide 20 channels of power to more than 32 Turbosound TCI52 cabinets distributed around the pool and beach area, while four Martin Audio CDD12-WRs and two CDD8-WRs were installed for extra volume and low-end support around the pool and pool bar. In contrast to the iPad control at LSB, Pulse Middle East has integrated hard-wired, wall-mounted controllers around the venue in the different zones, offering specific control over just that zone. ‘They also have an app for the iPhone that can be used to control the sound system from anywhere in the venue,’ notes Morris. ‘This is integrated with the network and Wi-Fi system of the venue on a separate VLAN.’ ‘I’m really happy with the quality of the sound we have here, and it’s very easy to manage the system for different types of events we host,’ furthers Cardoso. ‘We can also split the audio, so I can play music in the lounge but something different in the restaurant and we do this a lot for events, and it’s really simple to tailor this to our needs.’

Audio at Axure has been zoned, with full control achievable at each location With the LSB audio system needing the ability to be reconfigured for different applications at the flick of a switch, control for the entire system comes from the BSS HiQ application running on an iPad. ‘On the HiQ app for the BSS Soundwebs, we’ve got different zones: downstairs, terrace, mezzanine, etc., and for every sub zone you’ve got control over which of the TV sound sources each zone is going to have. You can turn the DJ on or off, and you can turn the volume up and down. We also set up some presets for different operations – when you’ve got a DJ, there’s a preset to adjust the volume levels for different zones; when you’ve got a band, there’s one for more sound coming out of the front of house system.’ Full control switches over to a full-size Midas M32 console for band performances, which has been installed with a Dante card enabling it to be positioned anywhere in the

STK’s lower area houses TW’s more compact 18-inch B17i for high-energy, low-end reinforcement

Music accompanies everything at Azure, from eating and drinking, to working out or relaxing

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FEATURES: INSTALLATION Back inside at STK Steakhouse, visitors are lulled into a false sense of tranquility by the chic, laid-back aesthetic built around the restaurant’s undulating ceiling. You’d be forgiven for thinking that the audio installed by Pulse here is simply serving BGM to accompany fine dining. ‘STK is a restaurant, but it can get really loud with extremely high energy at nighttime too,’ says Lazala. ‘We needed an audio system that primarily looked good but could also offer the necessary volume for our more energic nights.’ ‘The customer is used to top-brand speakers, and we needed a high-powered solution with quite compact dimensions because of the aesthetics,’ explains Morris. ‘This made TW the ideal choice for STK. This system on a busy night is driven to its limit, almost nightclub volume, and the good thing about these speakers is that they’re easily capable of being driven quite hard, especially in the lower restaurant area where we have the bigger subs.’ Much like the peripheral system at LSB, the TW solution at STK features 32 M8 cabinets distributed around the whole venue (many of which are hidden above the ceiling façade), backed up with 10 B17i subwoofers in the lower restaurant area and hidden 10-inch subs integrated into the furniture in the raised dining area. ‘The B17is are 18-inch subs but are more compact than the B18 used in LSB, so easier to hide,’ notes Morris. ‘The aesthetics were very important for this venue, so we had to hide the speakers wherever possible, including behind the ribbed ceiling and inside the sofas. That was a bit of a challenge because you can't really drive the subs next to people’s feet too hard without making it uncomfortable for the people sitting there. So, we cut a bit of the low-end out and we also used a leveller so that when the audio reaches a certain level, the rest of the speakers can go above it but the subwoofers become limited to a maximum of power in order to not disturb the guests on those sofas.’ Processing and amplification at STK once again come from BSS and Powersoft, with a BLU-50 and BLU-DAN feeding four Ottocanali 12K4 DSP+D amps. A wall-mounted controller at the DJ position provides zone control. Deviating from the approach used at LSB and STK, Pulse Middle East relied on Turbosound cabinets to provide the necessary requirements at Luigia and the Black Tap burger bar, with both featuring 12 5-inch TCI52s distributed and mounted high up, together with four 1-inch bandpass TCS110B subs. ‘Black Tap and Luigia both use an external DSP, the DM8000 from Klark Teknik, for their signal processing, and have few zones. In order to meet the budget, non-DSP amplifiers were specified and all the speaker processing was done inside the DM8000.’ Pulse Middle East notes that the use of Dante and Powersoft amplification was essential for this project for several reasons. ‘Primarily the power-to-size ratio, as we were severely limited

The Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes restaurant and bar

in the amount of rack space available at all five of the outlets. The ability to fit so much power and so many channels in such a small space was a huge advantage. Furthermore, in STK the simplicity of the Dante redundancy on the Ottocanali meant that this system could be used confidently without regular monitoring. In LSB, power sharing allowed us to put different types of speaker on the same amplifier, ensuring that power and channels were not wasted, and that the entire system is being used to its full potential. Lastly, Armonía was used extensively in the setting up and tuning phases. Interactive tuning was very helpful in this stage, as we had lots of work going on around us, so the ability to take a few measurements then make calculated adjustments without having to keep re-measuring was invaluable, and saved a lot of time and headaches from the other contractors onsite.’

The rack at Azure, comprising Powersoft Quattrocanali amps, BSS processors and zone controllers Turbosound TCI52 and TCS100B subwoofers keep Black Tap covered

‘Pulse has always maintained a very high level of service and it was nothing but perfect throughout the whole process,’ concludes Bengan Hovgard from Solutions Leisure. ‘We are very satisfied with the systems in our venues – they are all perfectly tuned and there’s no need whatsoever for any input from us.’ As is often the case, what starts off as a small installation can quickly cascade into a wider project. For Pulse Middle East, its attention to detail throughout the procedure has ensured it’s become the go-to supplier for upcoming outlets. ‘Both clients have been very happy with the end result of our projects, which is why we keep getting invited back for more installations,’ concludes Morris. ‘We are already back at Rixos outfiting a new lounge bar opening shortly.’ www.powersoft-audio.com

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Audio from any of the venue’s TVs can be routed to any zone, including the outside terrace

Aesthetics at STK were key, leading the TW Audio cabinets in the upper area to be hidden behind the ribbed ceiling

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Relaxing comes first at Azure Beach Bar, aided by Turbosound TCI52 speakers

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The sixth Ultra Festival South Africa welcomed over 50,000 ravers, but each year two unavoidable factors concern its organisers. Ledetta Asfa-Wossen reports SPLIT BETWEEN CAPE TOWN AND JOHANNESBURG, Africa’s largest EDM gathering, named after a Depeche Mode album, was also claiming the biggest stage in South Africa this year, measuring 78m x 20m x 15m (WxDxH). The high-energy event saw world-renowned DJ Martin Garrix and headline acts such as The Chainsmokers and Above & Beyond play onstage to the largest number of attendees on record since the Miami spin-off first came to South Africa in 2014. Gearhouse SA was tasked with bringing the annual March show to fruition and it had a lot to live up to. ‘Once we received the design brief for both cities, we began the set up based on our inventory,’ explains Eyal Yehezkely, senior project manager at Gearhouse SA, who was involved

onsite with the buildup. ‘We handled the brief based on our long business relationship with both the local promoter and international production team supported by previous years of working together with them and a strong delivery track record, which helps a lot.’ A show of this scale takes a great deal of time to get in motion. ‘For the March 2019 show, initial discussions happened in August 2018, with the actual preproduction phase kicking off at the end of October 2018. From there, our equipment inventory was carefully formed to really answer our design requirements, venue location and coverage requirements,’ elaborates Yehezkely. The extensive setup was the result of a wide collaborative effort between Gearhouse

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The setup at Nasrec Johannesburg

FEATURES: LIVE SOUND SA, its rental equipment arms – Splitbeam, Showcom and LED Vision – and In2Structures division. Gearhouse deployed structures, roof load calculations, lighting and all the lighting patch lists for the show, as well as trussing, rigging, plots and weight calculations to power supply and distribution – provided by three synced 500kva generators – to AV control at the Cape Town show. Visual projection was provided to full effect by LED Vision (Pty) Ltd, who supplied LED screens, LED strips and AV control for the Johannesburg show, as well as the pixel maps for both cities. A combined total of 570 LED panels from ROE and Lighthouse were employed with pixel pitch ranging from 3–16mm, covering the festival performance zones. Exterior structures such as U trusses and a robust DJ dome cover were designed and supplied by In2Structures, while Splitbeam deployed some additional lighting and rigging equipment. A total of six cameras – three Philips LDK 8000 and three Sony BRC 700 remote cameras fitted with Canon lenses – a couple of vision mixers, Grass Valley Kayak and various VJ Roland V800 control gear took care of the visuals. Elevating the graphical feast at both show locations was a series of lighting fixtures. Among the 209 moving lights at Cape Town were 30 Robe Robin 600 LED fixtures and 24 Robe Robin Pointe fixtures with Martin Lighting providing the full breadth of strobe effects at both shows. The Johannesburg gathering deployed 282 moving lights, including Robe Colour Spot 700E ATs and 66 Martin Viper Profile high-output luminaires all controlled by an MA Lighting grandMA console with full redundancy. Barco E2 signal control was instated for live, VJ machine, recording and streaming along with Resolume software to create striking, synched visuals to captivate the crowds. Integral for optimum sound delivery at the Johannesburg show were 36 L-Acoustics K1 PA systems, supported by 16 K1SBs, 28 V-Dosc line arrays, 32 Kudo, 24 Kara, eight 115XT HiQ monitors along with 24 SB28 and KS28 subs. DiGiCo desks at FOH, stage and monitor positions ensured

feat to pull off, however. Every year, the two biggest risks to the event are two uncontrollable, external factors: extreme weather conditions and traffic. ‘We only had one storm to deal with and its aftermath this time, and traffic. Johannesburg traffic is always unpredictable. When we learnt about the road closure announcements, though, we acted fast and adjusted our timings to account for any closure plans and get ourselves on top of those risks,’ adds Sovilj. It seems those risk strategies have paid off too. ‘The site looked absolutely incredible and the stages were truly worldclass, bars were run effectively and all in all the punters had a fantastic time. Everyone wore their hearts on their sleeves for this event and really dug deep to make it happen,’ concludes Tony Feldman of Showtime Management SA.

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smooth audio at each site. Varying in setup, the Cape Town show featured 24 Meyer Milo systems supported by several high-powered subs including 12 Meyer HP700s and 12 Meyer Mica line arrays. Both international and local DJs were served well at both sites with five Pioneer DJM NXS2 systems and 10 Pioneer multitouch CDJ NXS2s. At the heart of the show’s fluidity and management was the integrated communication and AV control systems. For the first time this year, Showcom handled the event comms, with communication systems including a Clear-Com HelixNet 12-channel digital system and a five-channel wireless solution. ‘The Chainsmokers, the headline for the event, ran a very tight and well-delivered show using the system efficiently and properly. They used eight channels of comms and we installed 14 digital HelixNet-wired beltpacks and six FreeSpeak wireless 1.9GHz beltpacks,’ adds Nickolas Chapman, managing director of Showcom. ‘As always, big shows like this come with their own set of challenges,’ interjects Gearhouse SA’s senior project manager, Sasha Sovilj. ‘But, due to the precision planning and constant monitoring and adapting, we managed to get through the show with no issues whatsoever this year.’ Despite Sovilj’s confidence, the dual event was not an easy

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BUSINESS: COMMENT

A letter from America

Dan Daley asks, are trade shows too big to fail?

AFTER GETTING BACK A FEW WEEKS AGO from the Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, it occurred to me that in three days on the ground there I had vir tually never left the confines of the new Nor th Hall, now the home of the expo’s pro audio exhibits and demos. I didn’t have to – NAMM had conveniently put them all together for me over two floors comprising 18,580m2 – nor could I if I wanted to; the whole show has become such a sprawl that one moves between them at the risk of lowered productivity. It’s like having a commute within a commute – after getting from the hotel to the convention centre, you have to account for the time it takes to move between the five huge halls in the main building, as well as to the various panels and product demonstrations taking place in the adjacent Hilton and Marriott hotel complex. On one hand, the scope of the pro audio expo itself has come to approximate the

size of the AES Show’s expo back in the early 1990s, when music production was at the top of its game, with £350,000 battleship consoles sitting on the show floor. But if you wanted to see everything in all the halls plus some key parts of the panel programme (which was cut back a bit this year after complaints it was too vast and overlapping last year), it would have still required the better part of an entire week to take it all in. Winter NAMM and a few other shows, notably InfoComm, which has become the new nexus for large-scale live sound systems, and the NAB, which has come to encompass streaming as well as broadcasting, have become massive shows; ecosystems in their own right. And like the industries they represent, these shows are growing by a kind of expo-osmosis, assimilating smaller ones, as InfoComm did with the NSCA event a decade ago, NAB did with the CCW and

SatCom expos in 2013, and NAMM is (unofficially but apparently) doing with AES. None of these three shows, all of which prominently feature pro audio elements, are in danger of becoming too big to fail, to borrow a description of banks from the Great Recession of a decade ago. Their expanded girths are due in part to strategic calculations on the part of their directors but also to natural dynamics, as they mimic the accelerating M&A consolidations of the manufacturers and developers that are their constituencies. But do they run the risk of becoming overwhelmingly big? Even segmenting their offerings within the show campus, as NAMM has done with pro audio in the North Hall, creates artificial boundaries at a time when the lines between the show’s various constituencies are becoming almost non-existent: musicians are their own producers and engineers now, it’s just they also create their own back-end business infrastructures.

Not surprisingly, smaller, more manageable events have sprouted in recent years, attracting subsets of the big show audiences, such as Sweetwater’s GearFest, and sectorspecific events, such as expos focused on wireless systems, put on by other large retailers. We’re also seeing ver tically integrated manufacturers opening their own ‘experience centres’, such as the one Harman Pro has in Nor thridge, California. Pro audio, across all of its ver ticals covered by the major traditional trade shows, has reached a point where we naturally seek out more bite-sized ways to consume it. The big shows aren’t likely to go away anytime soon, but smaller expos will continue to gain in number and popularity, as a kind of grout in between the bricks of the big shows. Until, perhaps, they someday become the big shows themselves.

A letter from Europe

Phil Ward explores the contradiction that historically pro audio events get bad audio. Can Nexo break the cycle? IT’S NOT JUST FILM STARS WHO WIN awards. At this time of year, not a week goes by without a glittering array of Oscar winners, BAFTA beneficiaries, Brits champions and Olivier receivers on the TV, but at the TPi Awards – that’s Total Production International, with a small ‘i’ at the end because this is a show for lower cases than Olivia Colman on the whole – they give out gongs for everything from parking a truck backwards to most vegan sandwich backstage. The sight of a roadie in a tux is one to behold, especially when all the refreshments are really beginning to take hold. But the evening begins with a familiar comedian from television, acting as host, attempting to engage a well-fed audience ahead of the usual envelope fiddling and lists of nominees. This doesn’t work quite so well when the familiar comedian from television delivers familiar material from television,

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sounding a note of indifference that seems to continue into the night. This is rather sad, on occasion. Years ago, the precursor to these awards – the Live Awards – was presented by legendary cockney rock poet, Ian Dury, an excellent choice under normal circumstances but, that particular year, Ian was wilfully and courageously repaying a debt he felt he owed to the industry that had supported him right up to this point – at which, probably too few were aware on the night, he was gravely ill. His voice struggled to compete with the incessant babble from all the tables and, by the end of the evening, he was helped off stage to a ripple of enthusiasm sidetracked and muted by two hours of heavy drinking. Nevertheless, every year since, the invisible section of the industry that is often, ironically, found in hi vis jackets gets its night out and its moment in the spotlights that normally keep them busy elsewhere.

Indeed, there is a major production underway to make this happen, this year ably supported by French loudspeaker pioneer Nexo; a production that faces the challenges of competitive sniping, lastminute goalpost moving and the weird, wellestablished assumption that all pro audio events get bad audio. Nexo appears to be quashing that assumption, but it goes back a long way. It tends to be most true at industry social events and parties, rather than awards ceremonies. Usually any trade show that has already gathered several hundred thirsty sales executives, sound engineers and managing directors – a highly flammable cocktail – into a city that is foreign to most of them will afford at least two or three evenings in the company of Leading Brand X at a venue most likely co-opted from the installation portfolio or, as in the case of EAW in New York one time, a club scheduled

for demolition the following day. Genuinely, actually, awaiting the wrecking ball at dawn. Live onstage will be one of the following attractions: a credible band well known in the 1970s yet scaled down into an acoustic package in order to (a) emphasise their rootsy, down-home authenticity and (b) keep the costs down; an ensemble of students from the local music college; or a hastily cobbled show band orchestrated by a chipper sales executive who used to be in a heavy metal combo and still has five guitars. And despite the power ful draw these options will exert upon delegates a long way from home and completely at a loose end, thereby ensuring a pretty good turnout, it will universally sound awful. Not because of the musicianship, I hasten to add, but precisely because all the people who should be looking after the PA are at the bar instead. On these occasions, no awards are handed out.

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BUSINESS: INTERVIEW

A new reality

Already one of the biggest companies of its kind in the region, Almoe is expanding once more with a brand-new division. Pro AVL MEA spoke to its head Tom Walter FOUNDED OVER TWO DECADES AGO, Almoe is one of the largest companies serving the Middle East’s AV and events industries. Building upwards from a small start-up company, the group now enjoys an established presence in the market unrivalled by many of its competitors, has over 350 employees and has consistently grown and explored new avenues of growth throughout this time. With the Almoe Group providing integration, distribution and rental services to the market from its five divisions – Almoe Digital Solutions, Abcom Solutions, Almoe AV Rentals and Production, Almoe AV Systems, and JT Solutions – many would have called it a one-stop shop, but it seems there was still a missing piece of the puzzle. The group recently announced the launch of a new division, Critical Mass Studio (CMS), to dip its toe fully and formally into the world of content production for the very first time. Led by Tom Walter, who is

Where did the need or idea for CMS come from? Although the UAE market has a sizable number of small and big players providing conventional creative services, those that specialise in AR, VR and mixed-reality content solutions are very limited. Backed by the wellestablished range of services provided by the Almoe Group, CMS has the unique ability to stand apart and leverage its presence substantially within the creative marketplace.

What are CMS’ main priorities for 2019? We have already secured a number of great projects such as the Audi E-tron launch in Abu Dhabi; provided content for the GESS Awards and Al Tayer Environment Design; as well as event content production together with an interactive screen for Meydan PPD and MESE interactive screens for the Almoe Group

Critical Mass Studio recently provided content for the GESS Awards also the co-head of Almoe’s AV Rental and Production Division, CMS hopes to leverage the support of the wider group as it grows this new sector. We went to learn more about the division and its wider implications for the Almoe group as a whole.

For anyone not aware of the new division, what is Critical Mass Studio? Our vision was to form a creative division that would actively suppor t the content creation needs within the Almoe Group, and to gradually establish our creative presence within the marketplace by developing our own unique client base. Our aim is to become a versatile one-stop shop that can provide concept-to-screen comprehensive solutions for high-end digital and dynamic mixed-reality content requirements.

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and subsidiaries. Our primary objective now is to establish our presence in the market and build on our existing client base. Apart from that, we intend to innovate and create more dynamic and intuitive content display platforms that can enhance the efficiency of visual communication for our clients.

A dedicated office space has been set up for CMS at the Almoe HQ in Dubai Investment Park This keeps me very busy, but I enjoy the new challenges that come with working in both divisions. Having Ashraf Kotaal as my head of creative at CMS is a great help and allows me to spend time at Almoe AVP.

What’s the long-term What are some notable AV vision for CMS? trends you’ve witnessed in the region? And, how is CMS We intend to expand our operational and Almoe addressing these competencies in terms of creative services. We’re also looking to move more towards trends? a season-independent year-round business We’re seeing more retail-centric AR and VR display systems that can enhance brand presence for consumer goods at point of sales, as well as increased awareness in the marketplace that is leading to clients demanding more dynamic audiovisual platforms that can optimise their market presence.

How does your position as head of the rental and product division support this new arm and what role will CMS take in the wider Almoe group? CMS will be the go-to source for all design and content development needs related to promoting the Almoe group itself, as well as the creative requirements of their clients. I split my time between the two divisions – CMS and Almoe AV Rental and Production.

Digital signage is a very important segment of the market and by working with our partner Specktron we are able to offer more relevant solutions to our clients.

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A return to its March date, as well as its familiar DWTC halls, proved to be the saving grace for Cabsat this year the fact that all of its mobile switches now have a streaming encoder and SD card recorder built in. ‘We’ve seen great interest in this, particularly in applications where they want to have really nice video production but don’t have the space to convert a complete room into a studio or control room,’ explained Datavideo’s Valentjin Diemel. ‘Cabsat is always a complicated show but I’m really happy that it’s back taking place in March rather than January. We’ve seen the visitor numbers declining, but that’s a general trend experienced by all the broadcast shows around the world.’

Universal Audio’s Nathan Eames FOR THE LAST 25 EDITIONS, CABSAT HAS BEEN THE GLUE holding the Middle East and Africa’s regional broadcast market together, yet it didn’t take much for the exhibition to come unstuck last year. A shift to a January date from March, together with a travel embargo for Qatari nationals, had led to a sizeable decline in visitor numbers. All of this meant that the phrase being uttered by many exhibitors as Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum Al Maktoum opened the doors on the first day was one of ‘high hopes, but low expectations’. Adding to the anxiety for exhibitors, a last-minute announcement saw the exhibition space shrink from occupying Halls 1–8 of the Dubai World Trade Centre to just Halls 2–7, with Halls 2–4 putting the focus on content production and content creation, and Halls 4–7 for content distribution.

Peter Timmons and Andy McClelland from GatesAir

Riedel’s Ahmed Magd el din Abdalla

Datavideo’s Valentjin Diemel at the Oasis booth The region has been accused previously of lagging behind the European and US markets in adoption of IP infrastructure. This year, conversations at Cabsat revolved much more around the deployment of equipment, as opposed to the initial planning and contracting phrases forming the bulk of conversations in previous years. MediaCast exemplified this transition on its large double-sided booth by demonstrating on one side how (almost) all of its brands can be linked together over NDI, Newtek’s own IP networking technology via products including the TC1, 3P1, NVG1, VMC1 and PTZ1. These were connected via the network to other brands, such as Focusrite Pro, Bird Dog and 3D Storm. One the other side, the distributor highlighted new cameras from Blackmagic Design, such as the Pocket 4K and Ursa Broadcast and showcased Universal Audio products for the very first time on its booth. Like many, MediaCast sales and marketing manager, Khadija Khalid, was celebrating Cabsat’s

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Shure MEA’s Chant Utukian at Shure’s dedicated section of the NMK stand

return to March. ‘Our stand has been absolutely busy right from the morning of the first day.’ Big booths from the region’s major distributors occupied positions at every entrance of Halls 2–4 and, as a result, generally enjoyed good traffic. Promoting solutions rather than individual products, the Oasis Enterprises booth was littered with a cacophony of different manufacturers’ technology, such as the latest LED fixtures from ETC and Rosco, a Digital Projection LED screen and the fully IP-connected OB vans offered by Professional Show. ‘We’re not focusing on any specific product, we offer solutions,’ confirmed Oasis senior sales engineer, Rajiv KC. ‘Whether it’s a radio studio or TV studio, we have a solution for that.’ As a major sponsor of the exhibition, the Oasis booth was also home to a portable studio made from its own brands’ solutions hosting Cabsat TV. Having attended the show for 19 consecutive years, Mr KC was uniquely positioned to judge this year’s success. ‘This is a good Cabsat so far,’ he noted. ‘We’ve had a lot of prospective clients on the booth and we’re glad to be back in these halls again. While the traffic isn’t that busy in the aisles down here, we’re seeing an experienced crowd of people that are coming to discuss specific projects.’ Also located on the Oasis booth was video manufacturer Datavideo, which was highlighting its mobile solutions and

Next door on the GSL Professional stand, Calrec’s Artemis, Brio.36 and Type R radio console (receiving its Middle East debut) took pride of place alongside Klotz Cables, DTS Lighting, AKG headphones and a raft of new products already released by TASCAM so far in 2019. ‘They’re all here and it’s really new stuff for TASCAM, particularly the AV contracting products,’ explained Chris Wright. ‘While attendance hasn’t been overwhelming, this is a relationship-building show. We’ve always had people on the booth, and it has been steady.’ ‘It’s the first time in about 15 years that we haven’t had our own stand,’ continued Calrec’s Dave Letsom. ‘Up until about halfway through day one, there was practically no one in this part of the hall but, although this is not a fast show, there has been a good, steady flow of customers overall. The quality here is really good.’ Aside from the absence of once regular Cabsat exhibitor, console manufacturers were typically well-represented with Solid State Logic promoting the S300 32-fader version (System T broadcast) running new dynamic automation

The Thomsun and Yamaha gang

BUSINESS: SHOW REVIEW software on the Ideal stand, and Yamaha promoting the QL1, CL5 and Rivage PM7 consoles on a Thomsun booth dedicated solely to the Japanese manufacturer. ‘We thought that maybe we’d miss out if we weren’t here. That was our mindset prior to coming to the show, we didn’t have very high expectations,’ noted Thomsun’s Alok Ghurde. ‘We’re glad we came after all and we hope the show continues to grow despite, somewhat paradoxically, getting smaller. I think it still retains a lot of the benefits it’s always enjoyed.’ Located on a dedicated quadrant of the NMK booth, Avid chose to engage visitors with immersive demos highlighting Dolby Atmos integration with the Avid S6 console, simultaneously receiving a very positive response from attendees together with the other brands represented by NMK – Roland, Luminex, Neutrik and Clear-Com. However, it was the little rather than the large that was attracting the most attention for Shure, which was also on the NMK booth. Alongside its complement of studio microphones and flagship wireless systems such as Axient Digital, the manufacturer’s latest Motiv mic for content creators was what got people talking on the booth. ‘Like several people this year, we had high hopes for Cabsat but fairly low expectations,’ commented Chant Utukian from Shure MEA. ‘Thankfully, my hopes were true and my expectations wrong. A show like Cabsat is never going to grow significantly anymore, but I think if the organisers continue to keep their focus, the show has a solid future.’ While several products received their first showings for the Middle East market at Cabsat, with the show’s close proximity to NAB (the major international broadcast show that takes place in the US) there has never been much appetite among exhibitors for new releases. On the Venuetech stand at the entrance to Hall 4, Sennheiser bucked this trend by showcasing the XSW Digital that operates over the 2.4GHz band, as well as a prototype of the soon-to-be released SK-6212 digital minibodypack transmitter. ‘In previous editions of Cabsat, we’ve been in halls where I’ve felt the footfall hasn’t been as strong,’ commented Sennheiser’s Ryan Burr. ‘This year, partly due to our location here in Hall 4, there’s been a very steady flow. Every five minutes I’m dealing with someone new and it’s been a fairly good experience at the show so far.’ The new Sennheiser products weren’t the only attraction to the Venuetech booth. ‘We’re also promoting some lighting products from Elation and Robert Juliat together with a videowall from Mitsubishi that has really caught people’s eyes,’ said Venuetech’s Nour Assafiri. ‘In terms of visitors, the show

Rosco’s Andreas Dessloch with Oasis Enterprises’ Hala Saleem

Mark Bouwensch and Marius Bozdog from Masstech

Gustavo Robles from AEQ Venuetech’s Elie Khairallah and Nour Assafiri

The NMK/Avid team

Khadija Khalid from MediaCast Arik PK and Ryan Burr with Sennheiser’s XSW Digital wasn’t too crowded, but this isn’t really an issue at Cabsat as there are only serious visitors here who know what they want. We’ve definitely had better traffic to our booth than we were expecting.’ Ross Video was another exception last year, when it chose to launch a 144x144 version of its Ultrix routing and signal processing platform, a product it credits as being a big driver of growth for the company in the region over the last 12 months. ‘The Ultrix FR5 we launched last year at Cabsat has grown really very quickly to become one of the most successful products that we’ve ever launched,’ explained Stuart Russell. ‘It made up practically 30% of our growth in EMEA last year. The appetite for what we’re doing in the region is so much bigger now than it was, even compared to just 12 months ago.’ Unsurprisingly, it was seeking to replicate past successes by launching a new version of Ultrix again at Cabsat this year, version 3.4, in addition to UltriCool, a 1U device offering effective additional rack cooling. Choosing to go it alone rather than co-exbibit on a distributor booth were German manufacturers Riedel and Lawo. Under the banner of ‘Experience IP with us’, the Riedel booth was adorned with Bolero wireless standalone systems as well as the new RSP-1132HL SmartPanel. ‘This year has been one of our record years at Cabsat,’ stated Riedel’s Ahmed Magd el din Abdalla. ‘There have been a lot of customers coming here and a lot of potential projects to discuss, so it seems like things are starting to move in the region again. I think most people agree that Cabsat is always a good show, although I think we would all also like some more visitors.’ Lawo, also highlighting IP connectivity, did so via its mc256 IP console, Ruby radio console and Replay VRX+ radio in a bag solution. Nearby in the Made in Britain section, Argosy was keen to re-affirm its commitment to the local market having closed its Middle East office at the end of last year. ‘Many people thought we were pulling back from the region, when of course we aren’t at all. We still have a member of staff here who is out visiting customers and we’re keen to get the message across that we’re here to support,’ explained Argosy’s Chris Smeeton. ‘One of the things we’ve been doing here at the show is saying to customers, we’ve got every intention of putting stock back into the region, you need to communicate to us what your requirements are so that we can ensure that stock keeps moving.’ Over the years, Cabsat has been praised for the quality of its attractions that augment the show floor. This year saw the addition of several new programme elements, such as the E-Sports Pavilion which explored the new business opportunities afforded by this sector, and Digital Hub for all things OTT, while Content Congress offered a broad lineup of speakers exploring changing TV consumption habits. Those that managed to find the time to attend these sessions, which typically looked busy, returned with positive comments.

Cabsat enjoys something so elusive for many regional exhibitions (particularly in the Middle East) – stability. This might not mean huge crowds of new leads flooding through the doors each year, but exhibitors can be confident it’s a worthy investment and attendees have plenty of technology on offer to make their visit worthwhile. Bearing this in mind, it’s no surprise that despite experiencing disappointing numbers of attendees in general, the majority of exhibitors remained entirely optimistic about Cabsat’s future. There are not many trade events left in the UAE dedicated to the pro AV industry but, thankfully, there are no signs of Cabsat disappearing into the sunset just yet. Seeming to learn from past mistakes, the organiser has already announced 2020 dates for Cabsat that will see the exhibition taking place once more in March.

Clear-Com’s Nikki Fischer and John Sparrow focusing on IP and wireless by promoting its latest AES67-compatible Iris colour panel

Chris Wright from TASCAM with GSL’s Adrian Curtis and Calrec’s Dave Letsom

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12 – 14 March

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Prolight + Sound 2019 2020 vision will be required for an out-of-focus Prolight + Sound

FOR THOSE PILGRIMS WHO HAVE ATTENDED FRANKFURT Prolight + Sound (PL+S) over the past 25+ years, the journey has almost come full circle. Born out of Musikmesse, the exhibition rapidly expanded by attracting everything required for the stage from smoke machines to wireless microphone systems. With growth, Messe Frankfurt built new expansive halls to accommodate for increasing numbers of overseas manufacturers inside the fairground, while hoteliers, taxi drivers, airlines and restaurants prospered outside. Slickly organised, PL+S was a given, year in/year out. Its decline remains a mystery to many. However much the organisers have tried to move the halls around in an attempt to create a winning formula, it has experienced steady decline. Having relocated all the audio exhibitors from Halls 8.0 and 9.1 (Asian) in 2016 to 4.1 and 3.1, they brought them back to 8.0 this year. The rear sections of the screened-off hall together with the large networking areas on the show floor provided a snapshot of how many exhibitors have since voted with their wallets to end their participation. Virtually all the Korean exhibitors, together with a large number of western brands including Genelec, Nextproaudio and RME, were absent. It is hard to understand why the Hall 8.0 exhibitors were grouped together under the studio, DJ and recording category, as the predominant products on display continue to be loudspeakers, amplifiers, mixing consoles and microphones. But this goes a long way to understanding the decline of the exhibition – Messe Frankfurt is not in tune with its audience. The extraordinary exodus of Asian brands from 8.0 to 9.1 in 2012 also had an adverse effect on the fortunes of the show. The segregation of their primary Asian customers remains an irony, as the organiser has hosted PL+S in Guangzhou and Shanghai since 2004. The continued absence of Asian manufacturers including Chiayo, DSPPA and Taiden has also originated from this decision. Additionally, the two-month gap between ISE and PL+S has effectively thrown open a big dilemma to those distributors based several time zones away. Although the presence of Chinese New Year and Easter may also play some part in the decision, ISE has also played a significant role in diverting the trade show budgets of some brands, from Apart Audio to TOA, away from Frankfurt. In addition, numerous other exhibitors have decreased their booth size over the years citing declining ROIs and visitor attendance in their decisions. Prior to the Bosch acquisition in 2006, Telex EVI commanded one of the largest booths in Hall 4.1. This year, EV and Dynacord promoted an Evolve 50 speaker system and L-series amplifier platform, respectively, on a vastly scaled-back booth. Two years ago, EAW provided the loudspeaker backdrop for the enormous Festhalle, while Martin Audio unveiled 10 new products during the 2017 exhibition.

Adamson’s Ben Millson with TPP’s Sheldon Gooi

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The Vintage Museum took visitors back down memory lane

L–R: Tony and Ann Andrews of Funktion-One promoted the Vero VX system

Adam Hall did not fail to impress passers by

Outboard’s Dave Haydon explained the virtues of the TiMax Tracker

The Cadac team Although both brands had committed to the show this year, their collective footprints were minimal. However, for those doing business in both fairs, the decline in European MI has been evident for the past decade. Not so long ago, Thomann, Marshall, Fender, Gibson, Zildjian and Orange were making their presence felt – and heard – but, having left the stage, these brands have created a gap that seemingly cannot be filled. In order to better connect with musicians, microphone manufacturers traditionally exhibited at Musikmesse before alternating or diverting to the PL+S halls to interface with a wider audience. Although the absence of AKG, Audix, beyerdynamic, Sennheiser and Shure may not be purely accredited to the show’s contraction, it is a significant correlation. While the main audio hall in 8.0 recorded diminishing audiences, the lighting hall below in 3.0 was bustling with visitors excited to see the latest technology for this section of the industry. Celebrating its Silver Jubilee in Hall 12.1, Robe hosted spectacular live shows set against a magnificent backdrop every hour. Among the glittery celebrations were a series of new product launches such as its T1 Wash, the L3 low-light linearity dimming system and its new iPointe IP65-rated light source for festivals and concerts.

L–R: Merlijn van Veen and Bob McCarthy of Meyer Sound

Occupying its biggest booth to date and shining a light on its 25th birthday was GLP. The 380m2 space featured a light show choreographed by lighting designer, Nate Files. ‘We’ve launched more products this year at Frankfurt than before because of our anniversary, including the KNV Line, KNV Dot Cube, GLP Highlander and Impression S350 Wash,’ explained Søren Storm. ‘Asia has been less represented at the show this year, although we’ve seen a few people from Japan and Australia. We’re still committed to this show and the outcome here is always worth it, but it needs to extend its international reach.’ MA Lighting promoted its dot2 lighting control solutions this year. Familiar to the audio world for its Neo loudspeakers, BlueLine digital signal processors and Arion line arrays, Spanish brand Work Pro once again committed itself to the lighting hall for this year’s exhibition to showcase its LightShark cross-platform lighting control system. Having moved from Hall 3.0 to Hall 12.0, some lighting manufacturers expressed a lighter body count than previous years. Positioned near the entrance of Hall 12.0, Avolites was drumming up interest in Synergy, a lighting and video software control system that will be released in June. ‘We’ve still seen a high number of international customers

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BUSINESS: SHOW REVIEW in Hall 12.0,’ commented Avolites’s Koy Neminathan. ‘Around 80% of our international distributors attended the show this year.’ Highlighting the first-ever ‘best of the best’ Red Dot award in the LED display industry for Unano, Chinese manufacturer Unilumin returned to the show following a six-year absence. ‘When PL+S started putting all the Chinese manufacturers on one floor, we stopped exhibiting,’ explains Unilumin’s Emily Tse. ‘Now we’re all in the same lighting halls, it’s better here than it was for us before.’ A plethora of new lighting options from the likes of Altman, Ayrton, ChamSys, Chauvet, Chroma-Q, LSC, MDG and Robert Juliat also beamed their attention on visitors. Hall 4.0 became a collective of technologies that could not be categorised under the audio, lighting or MI categories. Some of the prominent visual manufacturers normally associated with a larger presence at ISE were here in an attempt to appeal to touring production companies. Calibre was debuting its 4K Quad Vision and LED wall SmartBrick, in addition to the HQPro 1000 scaler/switcher. ‘It’s the first time we’ve been here in Frankfurt and it’s the ideal show for us to launch these products,’ commented Richard Smith. ‘As we’re increasingly becoming a wider solutions provider, it makes sense to be present here as it’s an upcoming show in the video realm.’ Likewise, Analog Way demonstrated its Picturall series of media servers, LiveCore 4K multi-output seamless switchers and videowall processors together with the Ascender 48 4K seamless switcher. Dataton was in close attendance showcasing its Watchout multi-display system on a big screen, while Christie demonstrated its Crimson, HS and D4K40-RGB laser projectors. HK Audio returned this year to a prominent booth position in Hall 8.0. ‘We’ve met up with many old customers and received encouraging feedback on the new products,’ explained Andreas Mayerl. In addition to extending the Cosmo series, the Linear family was extended with ‘7’ and a new column speaker named SI. As in 2018, an immersive dimension was provided off the show floor with rooms dedicated to d&b audiotechnik’s Soundscape experience and L-Acoustics’ L-ISA hyperreal sound. Making a welcome return after a three-year absence was Meyer Sound, whose Sonic Lounge was located in the new Portalhaus Ebene Via Room where four live demos were hosted on all four days. ‘It’s been extremely well received, all the sessions have been packed,’ exclaimed Meyer Sound’s Chris Mead. ‘This year, we were allowed to demonstrate the sonic qualities of Spacemap Live and our Ultra-X40 point source loudspeaker in a great environment without having to take space on the show floor.’ Conversely, TiMax did provide demos of their TrackerD4 performer tracker system on the show floor together with the immersive spatial audio HARDCore FPGA platform. Large-scale sound systems were demonstrated in 10-minute slots at the Live Sound Arena under real-life conditions, such as the rainfall that fell on most days. Visitors to the outdoor demonstration area could better appreciate the sonic qualities on offer from dBTechnologies (Vio L212), EAW (Anya), FBT

EAW’s James Bamlett with the KF810P

Robe celebrated its 25th anniversary in style

L–R: Allen & Heath’s Jamie Ward and Markus Sinsel

KV2 Audio’s Alex Pagliani unveiled the ESD Cube

(Horizon), Fohhn (Focus Venue), Funktion-One (Vero VX), KV2 Audio (VHD 2.0), Proel (Axiom) and RCF (HDL-26 and HDL-50). Adding another dimension to the show floor exhibits for the third year running, the Frankfurt Festhalle was the setting for the PRG LEA stage and its Highlight Show. Directly opposite, the Vintage Concert Audio Show was one of the hits of the exhibition with its 200+ exhibits, dating back to the 1960s before line arrays and digital desks. Away from the remote demo rooms, d&b audiotechnik drew visitors to its booth by promoting the KSL and new GSL line arrays, together with the B8 subwoofer, and educated users with a d&b workflow station featuring R90, DS20 and Revit, while adding five new speaker cabinets in the form of the A15 Focus, A15 Wide, A10 Focus, A10 Wide and KS21 subwoofer. L-Acoustics also presented updated versions of its Soundvision and LA Network Manager software. Celebrating its 70th anniversary, RCF promoted many new products at PL+S, and this year’s fair was no different in reinforcing its status as a systems manufacturer. With the latest HDL additions being demonstrated outdoors, visitors to the booth could view the Ayra monitors, F24XR and M20X digital mixers, ST stage monitors and a new range of install products making up the Business Music Solutions catalogue

including Digital Mixing Amplifiers (DMA) and Digital Power Amplifiers (DPA). The main attraction on the dBTechnologies section was a rigging training demonstration for the Vio L212 system. The Vio series has been further extended with the X205 active system and the W10 active wedge, while 10-, 12- and 15-inch coaxial models constitute the FMX monitor series. Renowned for his audio passion and commitment, Claudio Ottani and his colleagues may not have taken a holiday judging by the Sya active speaker, Sub 900 and LVX P series together with the DEM30 IEMs and RW16 wireless microphone system. Meanwhile, its EAW stable mates removed the wraps from the KF810P line array in addition to the powered LA153 and LA121 portable polypropylene speakers. Having been enveloped into the group in late 2018, DPA Microphones made up the quartet within the large, open-format booth to showcase its latest d:fine Core 6060 subminiature headset and d:screet Core 6060 and 6061 mics. It’s been over 10 years since Nexo was acquired by Yamaha, but this was the first PL+S in which both companies were sharing the same space. It seemed appropriate that the latest NXAMP amplifier additions (4x2 MK2 and N4x1 MK2) were a joint collaboration. Yamaha promoted the powered DZR/DXS-XLF and passive CZR/CXS-XLF speaker systems together with the Rivage PM10 and PM7 consoles, while Nexo displayed its family of Geo M620, M10 and M12 line arrays. The commanding presence of the Adam Hall Group continued at PL+S. Its Cameo, Gravity and LD Systems brands all launched new products for which the latter showcased the Maui I1 fixed installation speaker system, IMA and IPA installation amplifiers, DQOR outdoor speakers and the U500 IEM Series. Cameo’s ‘for lumen beings’ marketing campaign was illuminated by Opus series LED moving heads, Zenit outdoor wash lights and F-series LED Fresnels. Specifically developed for the pro rental market by Gravity, the Touring Series of stands distinguished by their captive adjusters drew the interest of production companies. With the launch of the C12, Outline Audio’s Superfly compact line source system continued to ‘set new standards in performance’ for a speaker of its dimensions, according to the Brescia-based innovator. While the large-format VHD 2.0 and 5.0 loudspeaker platforms drew visitors to the KV2 Audio booth, the devil was in the detail this year with the advent of the ESD Cube compact passive 5-inch loudspeaker. Incorporating a trans-coil AIC (Active Impedance Control) design for vocal reproduction, extended high-frequency response and low distortion, the dual

L–R: Mipro’s KC Chang and Mipro Germany’s Hartmut Reichert

Lawo’s Wolfgang Hubert with its new conductor camera

L–R: GLP’s APAC team, Søren Storm and Michael Muenz

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DiGiCo’s James Gordon cut the Mustard

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Alcons Audio’s Tom Back and Danielle Schouten promoted more ribbon innovations

L–R: Torsten Turinsky and Udo Wagner of Microtech Gefell with the M300 Professional Stereo Touring Set

L–R: Dinh Viet Hung from FSL joined d&b audiotechnik’s Jane Blanloeil and Amos Jen

Juan Jose Vila of Equipson SA

5-inch cone Cube is the smallest enclosure to date in the KV2 locker. ‘The Cube is our small solution to many of today’s big audio problems,’ said KV2’s Dave Croxton. ‘It can be used either as a standalone system or for fill applications.’ Other notable loudspeaker launches at the show included additions to Adamson’s S-Line series with the S7 ultra-compact line array enclosure with its complementary S118 subwoofer, plus the S7p and S10p point source cabinets. ‘Even as we expand the simplified IS-Series for install applications and the Milan-ready CS-Series, the S-Series remains the anchor. These new offerings expand the number of potential system configurations for even more tailored solutions,’ commented Adamson’s James Oliver. With the JMAxX succeeding the MaxX series of portable loudspeakers, FBT also announced the launch of Myra 214L. ‘FBT has been exhibiting here since the beginning – we always catch up with our main distributors and partners in Frankfurt,’ added Roberto Mataloni. ‘However, we’ve seen fewer people this year in comparison.’ Alcons Audio’s flying Dutchman Tom Back was on hand to demonstrate the latest LR24 mid-size pro-ribbon line array with its newly designed pro-ribbon transducer. While showcasing the al-class Acoustic Linearity line array and h-Class systems, Vue premiered the e-Class range including the e-351 Nano Ultra, e-352 Ultra Definition, es-269 dual 6×9-inch ultra-low-profile subwoofer and V-242 VueDrive systems engine. Outside of the enclosure, new drivers were evidently on display for which both B&C and BMS extended their respective compression driver ranges with the launch of the DCX464 coaxial and 4596ND neodymium midrange. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Beyma added three new LEX woofers in the form of the 2LEX1300Nd, 18LEX1000Nd and 15LEX1000Nd models together with a new 14-inch 14MC700Nd driver. Celestion shone a spotlight on the CDX14-2410 and CDX143040 HF compression drivers together with the CF1230F and

CF1540HD for use in subwoofers, while Faital Pro was eager to promote five new woofers (12FX600, 15FX600, 18FX600, 12XL1200 and 15XL1200) and a new HF1440 neodymium compression driver. Long-term advocates of future-proofing technology with software and firmware updates, DiGiCo was once again furthering its credentials. In addition to announcing new software upgrades for the SD12 and SD10, and an A3232 DMI card from the 4REA4 range, DiGiCo cut the Mustard. This new set of algorithms and options provides channel strip processing for Quantum 7, making full use of the engine’s FPGA infrastructure. Visitors to the DiGiCo booth were invited to appreciate how Klang:technologies immersive in-ear mixing has been integrated into the SD-range of consoles. ‘It’s the first real opportunity DiGiCo has provided for monitor engineers to experience the new control integration for immersive in-ear mixing with its bidirectional control of mixes and immersive pan positioning for fully immersive IEM feeds within their normal workflow,’ stated Ian Staddon. Despite the opening-day speech by James Gordon that this PL+S would be its last, Staddon countered this view. ‘The show still brings the major production companies in from all around the world. Where else would I meet so many operators from Japan, South Africa, Middle East and India all in one place?’ Cadac added a console sidecar, mirroring and bus VCA features in a preview of v6.0 CDC OS at this year’s show. The company’s booth featured five CDC consoles operating over the MegaCOMMS dedicated music production audio network. Visitors to the Allen & Heath booth were able to get hands-

on with the SQ series of mixers loaded with DEEP processing plug-ins in addition to the dLive touring systems, including the C1500 surface and dLive MixRacks, together with the Qu and Zed ranges. Stage Tec presented IP-based products and applications for theatre, live and broadcast applications for which the intuitive Avatus took centre stage. In addition, the Berliners showcased Aurus platinum with Waves integration, the Nexus network and router, and the Crescendo-T theatre console. Powersoft unveiled the new X4L amplifier, the LOTO DSP 1-2-in/4-out advanced DSP board, the DSP-Lite ETH 1-2-in/3out DSP interface and an update for its Snapshot Selector mobile app. RAM Audio introduced the new generation of V- and W-series touring amplifiers incorporating QuantaPulse technology. Optimised to deliver 2,500W per channel into 4Ω with all 8 channels driven simultaneously, Linea Research launched a series of eight-channel 20kW models to their C (installation) and M (touring) series of networked DSP amplifiers.

Outline’s Giorgio Biffi with the Superfly C12 module Microphones were in short supply, although Taiwanese heavyweights JTS and Mipro caught the eye with their latest wireless systems. However, for new kids Austrian Audio, the show was a tremendous success as it marked its trade show debut following its 2017 inception. The former AKG employees successfully educated visitors with the virtues of the new OC18 cardioid, OC818 large-diaphragm condenser microphone with multiple polar patterns and CKR12 ceramic capsule, all handmade in Vienna with patent-pending ceramic capsules. With exhibitor questionnaires completed, Messe Frankfurt would do well to recognise its problems before plotting a course for PL+S’ survival. The live production community certainly requires an annual central Europe gathering. With consultation, a more focused 2020 vision is possible.

All the president’s men: Philipp Wrede and Marco Cantalu (dBTechnologies), RCF president Arturo Vicari and James Newhouse (EAW)

2019 Dates:

2 – 5 April

2020 Dates:

31 March – 3 April

Venue:

Messe Frankfurt

Total attendance: 85,000

L–R: Avolites’ Koy Neminathan and William Cheng with Synergy

L–R: Faital Pro’s Jason Longobardo, Valentina Rossi and Flavio Naggi

Contact:

pls.messefrankfurt.com

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Out of the Ether

Deciding between Dante and AVB was not, until recently, a straightforward choice: like deciding between shop-bought beer and home brew. Since the launch of AVB Milan as an application layer solution, the arguments have now entered a more level playing field. Phil Ward aims right between the goalposts as two of the world’s leading audio networking gurus go head-to-head AVB MILAN Jeff Rocha, global product management director, L-Acoustics Why is there confusion about whether we should compare AVB and Dante? I would say that, from my perspective, the biggest issue is that people historically were comparing AVB to Dante – or any other readily available network protocols, Dante being the one with the most traction – as if they were the same concept. But, in reality, you have to compare AVB with standard Ethernet protocol. So, if you think of Ethernet as being the network layer, Dante is then really an application layer that’s built on top of that. Dante is a way of ensuring that all of the devices that are using it are interoperable on the Dante network. The challenge from our perspective is that Dante is ready-made for Ethernet: users actually see a benefit in being able to use a regular Ethernet switch. But, in fact, that switch has Ethernet weaknesses, and that’s what companies like L-Acoustics, d&b audiotechnik and Meyer Sound were concerned about – because Ethernet was not truly meant for real-time audio transport. This meant that things like timing and synchronicity on the network, and also the guarantee of having bandwidth availability, were not really there. There are some workarounds that have been developed: Precision Time Protocol; DiffServ – things to try and prioritise data on an Ethernet network and make sure that real-time audio can happen. The reality is that if you have an Ethernet-based network and you’re trying to learn real-time audio and control over the same cable, and you end up with a lot of other data on the network, it can actually cause audio dropouts. Basically, anything built on Ethernet has some risks.

How does AVB overcome those risks? AVB, by comparison, has things like timing and bandwidth reservation baked into the hardware. It’s the reason why you need an AVB switch. None of the foundational weaknesses of Ethernet are present in AVB. You could say that AVB improves the pipe through which the content flows – audio and video. The problem, though, is that it’s essentially a standards-based IEEE protocol that gives a lot of flexibility in the implementation process. So manufacturers can make choices about stream format, how they deal with clocking, do they want to do redundancy and how are they going to provide it … and essentially, for years, manufacturers that chose AVB as the solid foundation for their network implementation ki nd of built their own application layer on top of AVB and would make their own decisions about formatting, clocking and so on. What that meant was you could put devices from different manufacturers into AVB, and essentially those devices were not speaking the same language – precisely because those same manufacturers had made their own decisions. That’s what Milan is all about. In many ways, Milan is something that could be more fairly contrasted with Dante, because it is the application layer solution that sits on top of Ethernet, and it is stronger. That’s what gives the industry the level of interoperability it requires, and what our customers need so that when they plug in different devices, they just work. And they have all the assurances, with AVB as the underlying technology, that things like timing and guarantee of bandwidth for audio are taken care of – so you don’t have to worry about audio dropouts.

Do you still have to carry out your own implementation of the protocol? No, that’s the beauty of it. From the user’s standpoint, Milan is even more plug-and-play than something like Dante, precisely because of the limitations of Ethernet. Due to those limitations, there’s still work that has to be done on the Dante side concerned with quality of ser vice and other things. There is always some set up and configuration associated with any Ethernet-based network to make sure the hardware is configured correctly. With AVB, as long as you’re using Avnu-cer tified AVB switches and, alternately, Milan-cer tified AVB endpoints, you literally just plug them together and they work. From a manufacturers’ standpoint, the Dante path was in many ways easy, I would say, because as long as you pay for Dante hardware, Audinate can help with implementation. There’s an incremental cost per unit but, from a development standpoint, it was simpler – that’s why it’s been attractive to manufacturer’s. AVB was harder – but not anymore.

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DANTE Joshua Rush, vice president of marketing and product management, Audinate How should we consider Dante as a commercial option? The right way to think about Dante is a complete application stack – in fact, a solution as opposed to a protocol. To be honest, we view the protocols that actually connect the streams between devices as the most basic level of connectivity. In the development of Dante over the past 10 years, there were things above and beyond that level that were purposely done to make it easy to use – plug-and-play, discoverability, the ability to rename devices and having tools like Dante Controller so you have a third-party controller that’s maintained by one independent company. Dante Controller is important because it’s the software that you use to actually make the routes and monitor network health for latency, clock sync and so on. Aidan Williams’ vision when he founded the company was to recognise that if it wasn’t drop-dead simple, and if it didn’t work on people’s existing equipment, it would be very difficult to get wide adoption. It’s important to think about it like that because, at that protocol level, we can choose to include many different options to create an end-to-end solution that people can buy into. We listen to our customers to figure out which ones to incorporate.

Such as? AES67 is a good example, because there were lots of requests for adding that in, especially from the broadcast sector. It’s one of the layers of the stack, meaning it’s not either one or the other – you can have AES67 within Dante and still get all the other benefits of the solution stack. The most recent one is SMPTE ST 2110, announced at NAB last year, behind which there’s a lot of momentum in the Alliance for IP Media Solutions. With all these other things we bring to the table, it’s better to think of Dante as an audio networking application rather than a protocol. It’s much more than that.

So, it’s not quite so finite and hermetic as commonly believed? Frankly, we have a pretty big engineering team over in Australia and the expansion of the application is what we spend the majority of the time working on – additional things for the stack to make it more valuable and more usable. Dante Domain Manager is a great example of that: we were getting all these other requests for things like security, user management and dashboards so we developed a whole other layer on top of that stack. Milan is positioned around interoperability, but that was how Dante was conceived from the very beginning. The news around Milan is basically validating that this basic requirement is something users really want. The challenge is that it’s still built on AVB and requires those specific switches, while one of the founding principles of Dante is that it needs to work on existing hardware. There was a lot of engineering work done in the early days to make that possible. Also, with AVB there’s still no central group developing the control software and making it consistent across the manufacturing sector. Again, Dante Controller is really power ful in being able to provide that window into the Dante ecosystem, and we spend a lot of time, energy and investment in continuing its evolution as a viable tool throughout the whole industry.

Your products do seem to have a consistent goal of universality Right – Dante AVIO Adaptors are a good example of that. We continue to get more and more Dante-enabled products all the time. There’s around 1,700 now. But sure, there are millions of products out there already in place that people might want to include on their network, so they need a simple way of connecting all of them. You want to be able to enjoy the experience that the software offers across all your gear – not just some of it.

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A pilot installation consisting of 23 audio modules in 11 positions at Frankfurt Central Station aims to improve speech intelligibility of announcements on S-Bahn platforms

Controlled sound

Based on the philosophy that spaces change but sounds stays the same, Berlin’s plucky start-up Holoplot is bringing precisely directed sound to complex environments. Ledetta Asfa-Wossen reports BUILT ON THE BASIS OF WAVEFIELD SYNTHESIS – A spatial audio reproduction method that can reconstruct any wavefront, from spherical, cylindrical and planar – Holoplot has developed an audio solution that can be synthesised by individually controlling a large number of transducers. Beam steering in itself is not a new field of exploration. However, CTO Adrian Lara Moreno asserts that Holoplot has taken it one step further with Orion in its ability to provide horizontal and vertical steering combined, as well as three different kinds of waveforms that can be synthesised and directed precisely in space. Describing how Orion came about, Moreno explains: ‘Our main aim was to solve some of the ongoing challenges with audio, including undirected sound waves, as non-controllable sound travels in all directions. Disturbing reflections, a decrease in volume over distance and low speech intelligibility also result in acoustical problems that can be solved with Orion. Distant audio sources also present an issue as audio never comes close to the listener, even with modern, multichannel setups.’ A main R&D priority with Orion was simplicity, notes Moreno. ‘The main system components are the Io Audio Modules – the amount depends on the application, desired outcome, room acoustics and content. The installation as a centralised or decentralised system depends on the use case. Other than that, you’re talking an Eta Processor, including a connector and cables to modules (each Io Module has one signal cable), a temperature sensor, some network cables and one audio source – simple.’ For a permanent installation, once the device is configured, there is no need to plug in the Orbit software on a computer, nor is there any human interaction required.

Pump up the volume ‘This solution offers consistent audio and volume over distance and the way we have managed to achieve that is with planar waves technology,’ says Moreno. ‘Point source speakers spread energy in all dimensions, which results in less energy (volume) over distance. At Holoplot, we’re

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When quizzed on the maximum distance that audio can be carried without truly losing volume and/or clarity, Moreno interjects that it depends on a number of factors. ‘The distance that can be covered with satisfying levels depends on the system size, the frequency spectrum that you define as relevant and the required SPL. Audio will never be transmitted without loss – mostly in the high frequencies. The greater the array size, the more control you get over the spectrum’s lower part and the system’s functionalities. Our systems have 3D directivity control, so they can steer acoustic beams on the vertical and horizontal plane. The greater the system, the more precise the steering capabilities are, mostly in the low-frequency spectrum. In order to have the best SPL and balanced spectrum over a long distance, we configure our system to synthesise multiple planar waves reaching different audience areas. By using planar waves, we keep levels as constant as possible and, by using multiples of them covering different areas, we can easily equalise them individually to compensate air or environmental losses.’ By combining planar waves with constant SPL and controlling the directivity of the system, Moreno

Adrian Lara Moreno using a larger number of transducers in our loudspeakers to tighten volume distribution on a surface (matrix), which results in a planar-shape reproduction that keeps constant over distance, preventing the loss of volume. The attenuation of the sound pressure is due to air resistance only.’

Orion components include an Eta Core processor and Io Modules

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At the moment, the applications for Orion are distinct and is something the manufacturer is clearly taking a lot of pride many projects are executed in the Middle East that follow René Mørch, product manager at DPA Microphones. ‘We from various industries to make it better. manufacturer has shown that all that time in development has ‘This will be the first of many products on the collaborative ork,’ he begins. ‘The Madi I/O goes At the moment, the applications for Orion are distinct and is something the manufacturer is clearly taking a lot of pride time,’ reasons Mr Ferriday. ‘Traditionally many projects are executed in the Middle East that follow in the Middle East that follow manufacturer has shown that all that time in development has ‘This will be the first of many products on the collaborative René Mørch, product manager at DPA Microphones. ‘We from various industries to make it better. network,’ he begins. ‘The Madi I/O goes coordinates of smaller rooms into the Cartesian coordinates that focus on setting up quickly and sending the live shot back to the time,’ reasons Mr Ferriday. ‘Traditionally manufacturer has shown that all that time in development has ‘This will be the first of many products on the collaborative network,’ he begins. ‘The Madi I/O goes coordinates of smaller the Cartesian coordinates focus on setting up quickly andinto sending theislive shot back to that the www.yamahacommercialaudio.com ooms where the use cases are very from. ‘It aa‘We’re very exclusive product,’ concludes Nielsen. ‘We et is that itit fits perfectly and itit rooms can www.yamahacommercialaudio.com ooms where the use cases are very well spent. from the two companies,’ he continues. looking to ctly the monitor console to run result in high reverberation times, from. ‘It is very exclusive product,’ concludes Nielsen. ‘We et isinto that fits perfectly and can vast. ‘With this technology embedded in Orion, we really want from. ‘It a very product,’ architectural designs that result in high reverberation times, showed users prototypes along the way and got feedback on ‘The feedback that get is that it perfectly and it been well spent. side from the two companies,’ hebeen continues. ‘We’re looking to ctly into the monitor console to run vast. ‘With this technology embedded in Orion, we really want from. ‘It is isspent. a‘We’re very exclusive exclusive product,’ concludes concludes Nielsen. 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For higher-end rooms, you could ‘The liberal use of the word “immersive” is why it’s Europe and Asia. it’s going to be good.’ enclude only accessory to benefit from the ‘The liberal use ofgo the word “immersive” is why it’s it’s to be good.’ markets for the company include Europe and Asia. The headset was not the only accessory to benefit from the varied. You want to go in there and just make phone call or big things from result6 in China high-end audio applications. For higher-end rooms, you could ‘The liberal use of the word “immersive” is why it’s ‘The liberal use of the word “immersive” is why it’s it’s going to be good.’ pres as we do on the broadcast device, but we markets for the company include Europe and Asia. nclude Europe and Asia. high-end audio applications. For The headset was not the only accessory to benefit from the channel on the wall whereas you really want it on the ceiling. 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So with Solaro, we took the approach of a bonus feature the user, as assured is and design process for a company making products that will now have a different form factor which is more imagine us combining our wireless a allows everything to track with the correct azimuth and tow. equipment, software, connectivity services to the CellSat renderand channel count immersive audio design The screen shot of a high render channel count immersive audio design DSP system. So with Solaro, wethe took the from approach oftook amaking bonus feature forthat thewill user, asslides assured flexibility is design process for a company making products that ‘We will DSP system. So with Solaro, we the approach nd and design process for a company products www.dpamicrophones.com instead of taking the mic out, you The screen shot ofsoTruly a that high render channel count immersive audio design DSP system. 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Truly the market and get noticed with all the noise around. appropriate for live.’ technology could ‘There are lots of operational costere are lots lots ofsecond operational costtechnologies with some of their DSP of the existing clip soTruly that instead of taking the mic out, you ‘The thing was creating the capability to handle tiered network, cloud management and support. Satellite time to adopt a modular I/O architecture in order to provided by the of any card and any be used in a pretty harsh environment and going through appropriate for live.’ technologies with some of their DSP ‘The second thing was creating the capability to handle tiered network, cloud management and support. Satellite time to adopt a modular I/O architecture in order to provided by the combination of any card type and any be used in a pretty harsh environment and going through to a modular I/O architecture in order to ts. be used in a pretty harsh environment and going through erent position via rotable design,’ to adopt adopt a rotable modular I/O architecture in order to be used in anot pretty harsh environment andsound, going through Conference rooms everywhere get used like all the time, boardrooms the world.’ know where to put those channels, they wouldn’t even tered that they’re not confused ts. immersive sound, from our point of view, is in stem ––so speakers and/or less erent via aafreely rotable design,’ neutrality,’ he says. ‘That’s the with all our products. immersive sound, from our our point of view, isthat anofexperience experience in saving elements to this system ––soless speakers and/or less just lock into a different position via design,’ Conference rooms get boardrooms used like that the time,in boardrooms ofit the world.’ neutrality,’ he says. ‘That’s the goal goal with allan of our products. know where to put those channels, they wouldn’t even know teredposition soless that they’re not confused immersive from point of view, is an immersive sound, from our of view, is anof experience in The unit includes 32 mic/line inputs, 16 saving tothat this speakers and/or less stem less speakers and/or the world.’ can just lock itexperience into aknow different position via a a rotable design,’ know where to put those channels, they wouldn’t even know seating,’ continues. ‘We had to look at from polar IIcan want a database is filtered that they’re confused becomes available to bandwidth when needed. To maximise the I/O requirements per project and card slot. the of validation and testing.’ Thesteps unithe includes 32less mic/line inputs, 16 boardrooms ofall the world.’ know where to put everywhere those channels, they wouldn’t even know seating,’ he continues. ‘We had to look at everything everything from polar want aelements database that issystem filtered soless thatsteps they’re not confused becomes freely available toitboost boost bandwidth when needed. Topoint maximise the I/O requirements per project and card slot. the steps of validation and testing.’ maximise the I/O requirements per project and ee are setups the of validation and testing.’ different positions so you can clip maximise the I/O requirements per project and the steps of validation and testing.’ especially in companies where they’ve created a lot of these But he is equally quick to point out that the collaboration what to do with them. at not applicable,’ he reasons. which a person is able to feel dragged into a virtual space ersive because less or no different positions so you can clip it I suppose it is a little bit like high-resolution television. The which a person is able to feel dragged into a virtual space installation costs for immersive setups because less or no says Mørch. ‘It has eight different positions so you can clip it especially inwith companies where they’ve a lot of these But he isaequally quick todifferent point outpositions thatbecause the collaboration Iteam suppose italready is a bit like high-resolution television. The what toahas do with them. at are setups notanalogue applicable,’ he reasons. whichto person issystems able to feel dragged into virtual space which person islittle able to feel dragged into virtual space analogue outs, four AES/EBU inputs and four installation costs for immersive setups less or no ersive because less or no But he is quick to says Mørch. ‘It has eight sohe you can clip it what toado do with them. response graphs to off-axis response and acoustical insertion by products and brands that are not not applicable,’ he reasons. achieve this, CellSat has been integrated with Newtec’s Mx-DMA reduce unnecessary spending.’ Making integrators’ lives easier, Xilica’s The PMC sales and marketing set its outs, four AES/EBU inputs and four Butcreated he is aequally equally to point point out out what them. response graphs to off-axis response and acoustical insertion by products and brands that are applicable,’ reasons. achieve this, CellSat has been integrated with Newtec’s Mx-DMA reduce unnecessary spending.’ Making systems integrators’ lives easier,quick Xilica’s The Moreno. PMC sales and marketing team has already set its reduce unnecessary spending.’ u The PMC sales and marketing team has already set its reduce unnecessary spending.’ The PMC sales and marketing team has already set its smaller conference rooms.’ could tackle conferencing of any scale. ‘We ‘The barrier to business for most people is the complexities of sers filter the database for just u that differs from the physical one, while being able quired,’ adds ‘This solution detail gets better with the more money that is spent. Ifto you that differs from the physical one, while still being able to ofproducts o additional speakers are required,’ adds Moreno. ‘This solution anywhere. smaller conference rooms.’ could tackle conferencing products of any scale. ‘We elite signals can assist remote news teams detail gets better with the more money that is spent. 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And go improved video quality and performance. been talking to people about their bigger, horn-loaded, much different loudspeaker brands, different screens and projectors driven commercial database.’ To set up a network blending solution, the broadcaster can remotely control equipment, monitor live feeds, route content to enhanced usage continue to spearhead Xilica’s range of control inter faces including the optional expect the result6 to open a new market for us there,’ ‘In addition to the Network A redundant pair, there is a we can leverage as we go up. And go improved video quality and performance. been talking to people about their bigger, horn-loaded, much different loudspeaker brands, different screens and projectors driven commercial database.’ To set up a network blending solution, the broadcaster can remotely control equipment, monitor live feeds, route content to enhanced usage continue to spearhead Xilica’s range of control inter faces including the optional expect the result6 to open a new market for us there,’ enhanced usage continue spearhead Xilica’s expect the result6 to open a market for us eal pros who know what they are enhanced usage continue to spearhead Xilica’s expect the result6 toare open to a new new market for usand there,’ start, and audio quality of meetings essential phones and they have USB phones so there are aacomplexities lot of places Network blending offers aa new of reliability by and present those to the client. 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If we get the job, that’s brilliant, With the solution now able to handle the added equip a vehicle with either a mobile transmitter or a rackthe desired broadcast facility and view performance data and XTouch50 and XTouch80 programmable touch innovative DSP credentials. In addition, says international sales director, Miles Roberts, adding second pair ondirector, back of theRoberts, box which phones USB phones ss Network blending offers a XTouch80 newIflevel ofprogrammable reliability by have more professional systems,’ notes MrMiles Singleton. ‘It’s to and present those to the client. we get theand job,they that’s brilliant, With the solution nowfacility able to handle the added complexities equip a redundant vehicle with either athe mobile transmitter or a trying rackthe desired broadcast and view performance data anddirector, XTouch50 and touch innovative DSP credentials. In addition, says international sales adding innovative DSP credentials. In addition, ’ says international sales Miles Roberts, adding h them anything. We can give them a innovative DSP credentials. addition, says international sales Miles adding of meeting and productivity, and will we can go together. USB phones, VoIP conferencing phones, automatically combining cellular connectivity from and ifsplit,’ we don’t I’ve only wasted 30 minutes.’ Mr is quick to point .’gn, And, importantly, to physically and emotionally environments, where clear audio is ch them anything. can give them a Dante analytical. And they should, because they a lot more.’ e. Although the R&D cost is higher, doing and we couldn’t teach them anything. We can give them a And, most importantly, to physically and emotionally share development for complex environments, where clear audio is drivers ofRoberts, meeting effectiveness and productivity, and they they we can gocost together. USB phones, VoIP conferencing phones, analytical. And they should, because they cost amultiple lotshare more.’ e. Although the R&D cost is higher, automatically combining cellular connectivity from multiple and ifamost we don’t I’ve only wasted 30 minutes.’ gn, Mr Singleton Singleton is quick to point doing and we couldn’t teach them anything. We can give them a In drivers And, importantly, to physically and emotionally share And, most importantly, to physically and emotionally share provides aWe gain compensated furthers Mr development for complex environments, where clear audio isdirector, environments, where clear audio isand we can together. USB phones, automatically combining cellular connectivity from multiple address that commercial application aspect and, with this data, and ifmost we don’t I’veeffectiveness only wasted 30 minutes.’ of large-scale theatre design, Mr Singleton Singleton is quick to point mounted encoder – compatible cellular antennas and IP satellite billing reports. controls. It can also be managed via Ethernet Solaro’s design specification adds dragthat unlike its European American competitors, PMC provides a gain compensated split,’ furthers Mr we can go go together. USB will phones, VoI VoI automatically combining cellular connectivity from multiple address that commercial application aspect and, with this data, and if we don’t I’ve only wasted 30 minutes.’ of large-scale theatre design, Mr is quick to point mounted encoder – compatible cellular antennas and IP satellite billing reports. Solaro’s design specification adds ahas dragcontrols. It them. can also be managed via Ethernet that unlike its European and Dante American competitors, PMC Solaro’s design specification adds a dragthat unlike its European and competitors, PMC know how to hide it. Why try to give Solaro’s design specification adds apremium dragthat unlike its European and American American competitors, PMC pay aawith to get We can see aa real market out there peripherals that do everything – audio, video, data – we could mobile network carriers with on-demand satellite connectivity, This always been the key goal for TCD. Clients will make CD can bring to aadesigned new marketplace, ecture should be so that that with the person next to you. This delivers that, which is know toare hide it. Why try to give The result6 has broadened horizons for PMC with sn’t.’ good microphone but they know how to hide it. Why try to give that with the person next to you. This delivers that, which is – aud paramount.’ pay premium to get them. We can see real market out there peripherals that do everything – audio, video, data – we could The result6 has broadened horizons for PMC with sn’t.’ mobile network carriers with on-demand satellite connectivity, This has always been the key goal for TCD. Clients will make CD canhow bring to new marketplace, ecture should be designed so that good microphone but they know how to hide it. Why try to give that the person next to you. This delivers that, which is that with the person next to you. This delivers that, which is Ferriday. ‘This channel includes the gain differential paramount.’ peripherals that do everything mobile network carriers with on-demand satellite connectivity, we in a much better position to cover that commercial sphere.’ This has always been the key goal for TCD. Clients will make to the potential benefits TCD can bring to a new marketplace, modems – while satellite terminal equipment can be added A network blended architecture should be designed so that and-drop design, with control via iOS, Android using the software GUI or indeed the GPIO card is in the process of obtaining China CCC Certification – a Ferriday. ‘This channel includes the gain differential peripherals that do everything – aud mobile network carriers with on-demand satellite connectivity, we are in a much better position to cover that commercial sphere.’ This has always been the key goal for TCD. Clients will make to the potential benefits TCD can bring to a new marketplace, modems – while satellite terminal equipment can be added A network blended architecture should be designed so that and-drop design, with control via iOS, Android using the software GUI or indeed the GPIO card is in the process of obtaining China CCC Certification – a and-drop design, with control via Android is in the process of obtaining China CCC Certification ––sound a to have from us and ififdoing ititsound breaks and-drop design, with control via iOS, Android is in the process of obtaining CCC Certification aemployees’ for tools that improve their collaboration.’ cover the full spectrum of spaces.’ allowing broadcasters to get high-quality video transmitted subjective choices but, tools TCD, missing out aain ‘Because II broadcast have been this eesshave sent over whatever data bandwidth one that comes up many times in why we think immersive sound has finally met its half-orange have to have from us and breaks imminent and similar projects in the pipeline set to once llgs. not have the exact same That term ‘immersive’ one that comes up many in them something that they have to have from us and ififdoing it breaks whyiOS, we think immersive has finally met its half-orange for tools that improve employees’ collaboration.’ cover the full spectrum ofis collaboration imminent and similar projects inlike the pipeline set to on once not have the exact same sound allowing broadcasters towith get high-quality video transmitted in subjective choices but, with tools like TCD, missing on gs. ‘Because have been doing this sent over whatever data bandwidth That term ‘immersive’ iscollaboration one that comes upbeen many times in China one that comes up many times in them something that they have toover have from us and ittimes breaks why we think immersive sound has finally met its half-orange why we immersive sound has finally met its half-orange audio. The audio coming out here will not be cover the full spectrum of Mr Singleton is keen that the commercial addition to TCD allowing broadcasters to get high-quality video transmitted subjective choices but, tools like TCD, missing out on a most notably in time savings. ‘Because IIspaces.’ have this at the facility and a receiver can reconstruct the live pictures and sound are sent whatever data bandwidth and Xilica’s proprietary XTouch sur faces. The ports. Additionally, Xilica’s XTouchApp can be mandatory product certification system with the aim of audio. The audio coming out of here will not be cover the full spectrum of collaborati collaborati Mr Singleton is they keen that the commercial addition to TCD allowing broadcasters towith get high-quality video transmitted in subjective choices but,their with tools like TCD, missing out on used ain most notably in out time savings. ‘Because have been doing this at the broadcast facility and aof receiver canthink reconstruct the live pictures and sound are sent over whatever data bandwidth and Xilica’s proprietary XTouch sur faces. The ports. Additionally, Xilica’s XTouchApp can be used mandatory product certification system with the aim ofbe soand and Xilica’s proprietary XTouch sur faces. The mandatory product certification system with the aim of itit out of aawill costume then have to and Xilica’s proprietary XTouch sur faces. The mandatory product certification system with the aim of While that is for the future, Mr Reid can see a definite challenging network conditions. contract doesn’t have to painful. problem it was for me,’ he reflects. o whichever location or locations oreno expresses concern over its in the market.’ out of costume then they have to again excite Peter Thomas his team. ssors, it share the one common this industry. And even Moreno expresses concern over its or someone forgets to get it out of a costume then they have to in the market.’ that and isIIforgets for the Mr Reid can see athen definite again excite Peter Thomas his team. ssors, itexpresses will share the one common challenging network conditions. contract doesn’t have to be painful. problem it was me,’ hefor reflects. ooreno whichever location or locations industry. And even over over its orWhile someone tofuture, getMoreno out ofexpresses ait they haveitsto in the to market.’ in the market.’ changed byconcern anything that happens on the input While that is for the future, Mr does notfor cause confusion forIP his users. ‘Iand deal with people in soand challenging network conditions. contract doesn’t have toand be so so painful. athis long time, knew what ato problem itcostume was forconcern me,’ he reflects. transmitted video for SDI orhappens IPhis playout. is available and delivered toitproblem whichever location or locations current Solaro family consists of FR1 QR1 modular connect iOS Android devices with any thirdprotecting consumer security – for result6. Not having a changed by anything that on the input While that is for the future, Mr Reid Reid does not cause confusion for users. ‘I deal with people in challenging network conditions. contract doesn’t have to be painful. a long time, knew what a was for me,’ he reflects. transmitted video SDI or playout. is available delivered whichever location or locations current Solaro family consists of FR1 and QR1 modular to connect iOS and Android devices with any thirdprotecting consumer security – for result6. Not having a current Solaro family consists of FR1 and QR1 modular protecting consumer security – for result6. Not having a he things that they are using you can current Solaro family consists of FR1 and QR1 modular protecting consumer security – for result6. Not having a www.revolabs.com business case for the CS-700 now. ‘We’ve brought that to rhe 7.1 it’s easy. When you’re doing 32 As such, the system should be as at times being problematic for Revolabs’ Phil Marechal and Michael Fitch demonstrating things that they are using you can who started up the company frequent and incorrect use, at times being problematic for have a new one from us. The things that they are using you can www.revolabs.com business case for the5.1 CS-700 now. ‘We’ve brought that to who started up the company re, 7.1 it’s easy. When you’re doing 32 As such, the system should be asconsole.’ frequent and incorrect use, at times being problematic for e, at times being problematic for havebroadcaster a you new one from us. The things that they are using you can gains from the control business case for the CS-700 now. ‘W Revolabs’ Phil Marechal and Michael Fitch demonstrating commercial sphere, IIhow understand that it is very complex ‘When are doing or 7.1 it’s easy. When you’re doing 32 If a broadcaster chooses to go with CellSat for their network the requires. As such, the system should be as Revolabs’ Phil Marechal and Michael Fitch demonstrating The illustration shows Orion is being used to precisely I/O architecture processors, new XTouch50 and XTouch80 party controller such as AMX and Crestron. CCC can reportedly create import restrictions but PMC gains from the control console.’ business case for the CS-700 now. ‘W the commercial sphere, understand that it is very complex ‘When you are doing 5.1 or 7.1 it’s easy. When you’re doing 32 If a broadcaster chooses to go with CellSat for their network the broadcaster requires. As such, the system should be as Revolabs’ Phil Marechal and Michael Fitch demonstrating The illustration shows how Orion is being used to precisely I/O architecture processors, new XTouch50 and XTouch80 party controller such as AMX and Crestron. CCC can reportedly create import restrictions but PMC I/O architecture processors, new XTouch50 CCC can reportedly create import restrictions but PMC hop pick up the you need. the CS-700 at InfoComm 2017 I/O architecture processors, new XTouch50 and and XTouch80 CCC can reportedly create import restrictions but XTouch80 PMC www.yamahacommercialaudio.com market for these smaller where the use cases are very www.thecinemadesigner.com www.dejero.com dered audio, most people wouldn’t ned to allow the connection of various peripherals ween continents as ititbits across town. www.holoplot.com hop and and pick up the bits you need. www.pmc-speakers.com Assembly of the d:facto mics rtner Adrian Loader ––is always www.holoplot.com companies like Holoplot. literally just go down torendered a rooms shop and and pickCS-700 up the bits you need. the CS-700 at InfoComm 2017 the at InfoComm 2017 direct audio www.yamahacommercialaudio.com market for these smaller rooms where the use cases are very www.pmc-speakers.com Assembly of the d:facto mics www.thecinemadesigner.com www.dejero.com rtner Adrian Loader always dered audio, most people wouldn’t ned to allow the connection of various peripherals ween continents as is across town. www.holoplot.com www.holoplot.com companies like Holoplot. literally just go down to a shop pick up the bits you need. This means that the box can operate as two discrete market for these smaller rooms wher www.dejero.com www.thecinemadesigner.com and they don’t want to sift through a database of nonsense. channels of discretely audio, most people wouldn’t The desk has been designed to allow the connection of various peripherals blending, the solution is managed from a browser through applicable for live links between continents as it is across town. the CS-700 at InfoComm 2017 direct audio programmable touch controls in addition to existing Mini Just as the Neutrino series was updated to claims to have the edge in the country, having obtained the Thisthey means that the box can operate as twotodiscrete market for thesetosmaller rooms wher www.dejero.com www.thecinemadesigner.com and want to sift through aaddition database ofexisting nonsense. channels rendered audio, most people wouldn’t The desk of has been designed allow the of various peripherals blending, the solution is managed from a browser throughMini applicable fordiscretely live links betweentocontinents asconnection it is across town. programmable touch controls in Just as the Neutrino series was updated claims todon’t have the edge in the country, having obtained the programmable touch controls in addition to existing Mini claims to have the edge in the country, having obtained the programmable touch controls addition to existing Mini claims to have the edge in the in country, having obtained the controls the Rio of incorporate Dante networking, certification products. controls and andfor theprevious Rio series series of Dante Dante I/O I/O inter inter face face devices. devices. incorporate Dante networking, Mr Mr Chow Chow is is keeping keeping certification for previous products. controls and the Rio of I/O devices. certification products. controls andfor theprevious Rio series series of Dante Dante I/O inter inter face face devices. certification for previous products. an eye on networking trends when it comes to other ‘China is working out for us quite well,’ continues Mr The rear panel of the QR1 eye continues on networking it comes ‘China is working out for us quite well,’ continues Mr The rear panel of the QR1 ‘China well,’ Mr The panel of the ‘China is is working working out out for for us us quite quitean well,’ continues Mr trends when The rear rear panel to of other the QR1 QR1 protocols on the market. ‘Xilica has to remain openRoberts. protocols on the market. ‘Xilica has to remain openRoberts. ‘We ‘We are are expecting expecting some some significant significant movement movement with with Roberts. ‘We are expecting some significant movement with Roberts. ‘We are expecting some significant movement with minded if we Solaro’s potential,’ he The is on the minded if pre-orders we are are to to maximise maximise Solaro’s potential,’ he The design design of of the the Solaro Solaro FR1 FR1 processor processor is based based on have the result6. result6. We We already already have have pretty pretty large large pre-orders pre-orders from from The design of Solaro the We large from PMC’s international sales director Miles Roberts The design of the theexpects Solaro FR1 FR1 proc proc the result6. result6. We already already have pretty pretty large pre-orders from PMC’s international sales director Miles Roberts expects stresses. Mindful of the fact that the new platform allows a Linux platform and utilises Xilica Designer universal DMT, our China and Hong Kong distributor, so we are just big things from result6 in China stresses. of thata new platform a Linux platform and utilises Xilica Designer universal DMT, our China and Hong Kong distributor, so we are just Linux platform and utilises DMT, our and distributor, so are just things Mindful from result6 infact China a the Linux platform andallows utilises Xilica Xilica DMT, our China China and Hong Hong Kong Kongbig distributor, so we we arethe just Xilica to network with other manufacturers, the company configuration software. From the front, the 19-inch 1RU waiting network with other companyFrom configuration software. From the waiting front, the waiting for for the the CCC CCC approval approval to to come come through through to to ship ship them.’ them.’ configuration software. for the approval come through to them.’ configurationthe software. From the the fr fr waiting for19-inch the CCC CCC1RU approval to to Xilica come to through to ship ship them.’manufacturers, understands that collaboration with other manufacturers chassis panel OLED display demands from his team. ‘We always strive for accuracy and The understands that collaboration with other manufacturers chassis simply simply incorporates incorporates aa front front panel OLED display demands from his team. ‘We always strive for accuracy and The big big plans plans for for Asia Asia do do not not end end there, there, with with PMC PMC also also chassis simply incorporates a The big plans for Asia do not end there, with PMC also chassis simply incorporates a fron fron The big plans for Asia do not end there, with PMC also will be key to future successes. ‘Collaboration with and modularity of Solaro neutrality,’ he says. ‘That’s the with all of using will be the the to television future successes. ‘Collaboration with and rotary rotary wheel. wheel. However, However, the the full full modularity neutrality,’ heand says. ‘That’s the goal goal allwheel. of our our products. products. using result6 result6 to to tap tap into into education education for for radio radio and and television television and rotary However, the using result6 to tap for radio and with rotary wheel. However, the full full using result6 of to Solaro tap into into education education for radiokey and television similar-sized companies allows us to collectively compete becomes card slots can Isimilar-sized suppose it is aa little bit like high-resolution television. The production companies allows us to collectively compete becomes evident evident from from the the rear. rear. 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If If you you already doing doing installations installations at at around around eight eight conservatoireconservatoireaccept either audio already doing at conservatoireaccept that either 2-channel audio inpu inpu already doing installations installations at around around eight conservatoireJudging by increased market acceptance of Neutrino 4-channel or output. listen to result6 and them against the twotwos, they type, Judging by the the market acceptance ofcards Neutrino 4-channel GPIO GPIO cards cards for for either either input input output. Providing Providing listen to the the result6 and put put‘I them against the twotwos, they type, educational educational establishments,’ establishments,’ continues continues Mr Mr Roberts. Roberts. ‘I ‘I 4-channel GPIO for either type, educational establishments,’ continues Mr Roberts. 4-channel GPIO cards for either inp inp type, or educational establishments,’ continues Mrincreased Roberts. ‘I A Media Controller the during the past decade, Solaro is poised to take this enhanced can be inserted for other will sound very similar in balance when you switch between see result6 the where the students can A Universal Universal Media Controller lies at the heart heart ofstep during the past decade, Solaro is poised to take this enhanced flexibility, flexibility, further further cards cardssee can be inserted for other will sound very similar in balance when you switch between see result6 as as the point point wherelies the at students canof step into into aa A Universal Media Controller lies at the heart of enhanced flexibility, further result6 as the point where the students can step into a A Universal Media Controller the heart enhanced flexibility, further cards cards cc see result6 as the point where lies the at students canofstep into a Solaro. ‘We’ve an adoption of relatively young company to stage development. I/O USB audio and them, which is but the difference be that brand PMC. It and as Solaro.like ‘We’ve witnessed an increasing increasing adoption of relatively young company to the next stage of ofwill development. I/O requirements requirements including including AES/EBU, AES/EBU, USB audio them, which is important, important, butthe thenext difference will beincluding that brand like PMC.witnessed It is is reachable reachable and affordable affordable as opposed opposed Solaro. ‘We’ve an adoption of I/O requirements AES/EB brand like PMC. It is and as opposed Solaro. ‘We’ve witnessed an increasing increasing adoption of I/O requirements including AES/EB brand like PMC.witnessed Itand is reachable reachable and affordable affordable as opposed low-cost universal controllers for any device from any Xilica’s headquarters in the northern Toronto suburb of RS232/485. the twotwos will have more resolution, detail and be more to our other products. 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FOR FORMANY MANYYEARS, YEARS, YEARS,THE THE THERISE RISE RISEIN ININTHE THE THEQUALITY QUALITY QUALITY ofofvideo videocapture capture captureand and andplayback playback playbackon on onsmart smart smart devices deviceshas haspaved paved pavedthe the theway way wayfor for fornew new newcontent content content creation creationcapabilities. capabilities. capabilities.We We Weare are arenow now nowat atataaapoint point point where wherehigh-definition high-definition high-definitioncapture capture captureand and andplayback playback playback isisan anexpectation expectation expectationrather rather ratherthan than thanaaafeature. feature. feature.But But But audio audio audiohas has hassignificantly significantly significantlylagged. lagged. lagged. In InIn2018, 2018, 2018,almost almost almost80% 80% 80%of ofofdigital digital digitalvideo video videoviewers viewers viewers worldwide worldwide worldwideregularly regularly regularlyused used usedaaasmartphone smartphone smartphoneto toto view view viewcontent content contentaccording according accordingto totoan an aneMarketer eMarketer eMarketer report report report–––roughly roughly roughly2.38 2.38 2.38billion billion billionpeople. people. people.Given Given Given such a high percentage, one might such suchaahigh highpercentage, percentage,one onemight mighteasily easily easily come come cometo totoquestion question questionwhy why whyaudio audio audiocapabilities capabilities capabilitiesin inin devices devices deviceshave have havenot not notimproved improved improvedto totomatch match matchvideo video video quality. quality. quality.The The Theanswer answer answeris isissimple: simple: simple:producing producing producinghighhighhighfidelity, fidelity, fidelity,true-to-life true-to-life true-to-lifeaudio audio audiocapture capture captureand and andplayback playback playback in ininsmart smart smartdevices, devices, devices,that that thatretains retains retainsthe the theform form formfactor, factor, factor, has been historically difficult to achieve. has hasbeen beenhistorically historicallydifficult difficulttotoachieve. achieve.

True-to-life True-to-life True-to-lifeaudio audio audio Take, Take, Take,for for forexample, example, example,aaaprofessional professional professionaljournalist journalist journalist walking walking walkingthrough through throughaaabustling bustling bustlingmarketplace, marketplace, marketplace, capturing capturing capturingthe the theenvironment environment environmenton on onaaasmartphone. smartphone. smartphone. A AAkey key keyaspect aspect aspectof ofoftheir their theirendeavour endeavour endeavouris isisto toto communicate communicate communicatethe the thesights sights sightsand and andsounds sounds sounds that that thatmake make makeup up upthe the thescene. scene. scene.But, But, But,to totodo do dothis this this effectively, effectively, effectively,they they theymust must mustpossess possess possessthe the theright right righttools. tools. tools. It’s likely they will have chosen a It’s It’slikely likelythey theywill willhave havechosen chosenaa smartphone capable of high-definition video smartphone smartphonecapable capableofofhigh-definition high-definitionvideo video capture. But the quality of the audio capture capture. capture.But Butthe thequality qualityofofthe theaudio audiocapture capture will not be of a high standard if the device will willnot notbe beofofaahigh highstandard standardififthe thedevice device is not adequately equipped for capturing isisnot notadequately adequatelyequipped equippedfor forcapturing capturing the audio scene. They will have to rely on the theaudio audioscene. scene.They Theywill willhave havetotorely relyon on external pro audio equipment. To enable external externalpro proaudio audioequipment. equipment.ToToenable enable this, a number of design and technology this, this,aanumber numberofofdesign designand andtechnology technology considerations must have been implemented considerations considerationsmust musthave havebeen beenimplemented implemented at the design stage of the device. atatthe thedesign designstage stageofofthe thedevice. device. Faithfully capturing a sound landscape Faithfully Faithfullycapturing capturingaasound soundlandscape landscape requires spatial audio capture capabilities. requires requiresspatial spatialaudio audiocapture capturecapabilities. capabilities. Traditionally, spatial audio capture in the field Traditionally, Traditionally,spatial spatialaudio audiocapture captureininthe thefield field required the use of expensive, dedicated required requiredthe theuse useofofexpensive, expensive,dedicated dedicated microphones of varying sizes and arrays, microphones microphonesofofvarying varyingsizes sizesand andarrays, arrays, along with spatial audio formats, such as along alongwith withspatial spatialaudio audioformats, formats,such suchas as ambisonics, that enable modification of the ambisonics, ambisonics,that thatenable enablemodification modificationofofthe the captured audio. For a professional out in captured capturedaudio. audio.For Foraaprofessional professionalout outinin the field, such cumbersome hardware can the thefield, field,such suchcumbersome cumbersomehardware hardwarecan can be impractical for the job at hand. Emerging be beimpractical impracticalfor forthe thejob jobatathand. hand.Emerging Emerging audio technologies are eliminating the need audio audiotechnologies technologiesare areeliminating eliminatingthe theneed need for such hardware, unlocking 3D spatial for forsuch suchhardware, hardware,unlocking unlocking3D 3Dspatial spatial audio capture and playback while keeping the audio audiocapture captureand andplayback playbackwhile whilekeeping keepingthe the existing smartphone form factor. existing existingsmartphone smartphoneform formfactor. factor. To achieve true-to-life audio capture, a ToToachieve achievetrue-to-life true-to-lifeaudio audiocapture, capture,aa device must firstly be capable of capturing device device must must firstly firstly be be capable capable ofofcapturing capturing sound from all directions with the right sound sound from from all all directions directions with with the the right right balance. This requires the intelligent balance. balance.This This requires requires the theintegrated intelligent intelligent placement of the device’s placement placementofofthe thedevice’s device’sintegrated integrated microphones. The minimum requirement is microphones. microphones. The The minimum minimum requirement requirement two microphones, as the incoming sound isis two twomicrophones, microphones, as asthe the incoming incoming sound sound must be analysed from more than one must must be be analysed analysed from from more more than than one one direction to better relate the audio scene. But direction direction tobetter betterrelate relate the theaudio audio scene.the But But the more to microphones present, thescene. better the themore more microphones microphones present, present, the thebetter betterthe the spatial audio representation will be. spatial spatial audio audio representation representation will will be. be. Secondly, audio processing capabilities Secondly, Secondly, audio audio processing processingcapabilities capabilities that allow for multidirectional audio capture that thatallow allowfor formultidirectional multidirectionalaudio audiocapture capture

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Augmenting Augmenting Augmentingmobile mobile mobile audio audio audioplayback playback playback When consuming digital media, earphones When Whenconsuming consumingdigital digitalmedia, media,earphones earphones are often employed for the sake of are areoften oftenemployed employedfor forthe thesake sakeofof immersion. Now, with the intelligent immersion. immersion.Now, Now,with withthe theintelligent intelligent configuration of software and hardware, it configuration configurationofofsoftware softwareand andhardware, hardware,itit is becoming possible to elevate the sound isisbecoming becomingpossible possibletotoelevate elevatethe thesound sound produced from loudspeakers on smart produced producedfrom fromloudspeakers loudspeakerson onsmart smart devices, creating higher levels of clarity, devices, devices,creating creatinghigher higherlevels levelsofofclarity, clarity, loudness and richness. loudness loudnessand andrichness. richness. There are three vital components that must There Thereare arethree threevital vitalcomponents componentsthat thatmust must be in place to achieve this. The device must be beininplace placetotoachieve achievethis. this.The Thedevice devicemust must have stereo speakers. These speakers must have havestereo stereospeakers. speakers.These Thesespeakers speakersmust must be placed symmetrically so that the left and be beplaced placedsymmetrically symmetricallyso sothat thatthe theleft leftand and right – in relation to a horizontal orientation right right––ininrelation relationtotoaahorizontal horizontalorientation orientation – perform in a similar manner. Lastly, smart ––perform performininaasimilar similarmanner. manner.Lastly, Lastly,smart smart algorithms for processing the spatial sound algorithms algorithms for for processing processing the the spatial spatial sound sound scene must be implemented and tuned to the scene scenemust mustbe beimplemented implementedand andtuned tunedtotothe the specific device. specific specific device. When alldevice. three are in place, the audio When Whenall allthree are aremedia ininplace, place, the theaudio audio experience ofthree digital is greatly experience experience ofofdigital digitalmedia mediaisisgreatly greatly enhanced, with users perceiving sound from enhanced, enhanced, with withusers users perceiving perceiving sound from from virtual speakers on either side of sound the device. virtual virtual speakers speakers on on either either side side of of the the device. device. Even when the loudspeakers on a device Even Even when the the loudspeakers loudspeakersfine-tuning on onaadevice device are notwhen placed symmetrically, are arealgorithm not notplaced placed symmetrically, fine-tuning fine-tuning the atsymmetrically, the design stage can still the thealgorithm algorithm atthe the design design stage can canstill still vastly improve at the quality of stage the listening vastly vastlyimprove improvethe thequality qualityofofthe thelistening listening experience. experience. experience.

While spatial audio capture and playback review and edit the audio ofof their captured While While spatial spatial audio audio capture capture and and playback playback review review and and edit edit the the audio audio oftheir their captured captured creates new user experiences, further content immediately before sharing, creates createsnew newuser userexperiences, experiences,further further content contentimmediately immediatelybefore beforesharing, sharing, capabilities can be unlocked when the without having to employ sophisticated capabilities capabilitiescan canbe beunlocked unlockedwhen whenthe the without withouthaving havingtotoemploy employsophisticated sophisticated technology is combined with existing AI postproduction software, bringing a new level technology technologyisiscombined combinedwith withexisting existingAIAI postproduction postproductionsoftware, software,bringing bringingaanew newlevel level engines in a device. of freedom and professional-grade audio engines enginesininaadevice. device. ofoffreedom freedomand andprofessional-grade professional-gradeaudio audio Think again of the professional journalist quality to content creation. Think Thinkagain againofofthe theprofessional professionaljournalist journalist quality qualitytotocontent contentcreation. creation. or filmmaker. Faithfully capturing the sounds ororfilmmaker. filmmaker.Faithfully Faithfullycapturing capturingthe thesounds sounds of the marketplace with a device capable The ofofthe themarketplace marketplacewith withaadevice devicecapable capable The Thefuture future futureofof ofaudio audio audio of spatial audio capture creates a true-toofofspatial spatialaudio audiocapture capturecreates createsaatrue-totrue-toIt’s only when experiencing the audio capture life immersive experience during playback. 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But what might on a particular sound source, such as a audio audioand andvideo videobecomes becomesclear. clear.But Butwhat whatmight might on onaaparticular particularsound soundsource, source,such suchas asaa the future of audio innovation hold? performance or speech, they must contend the thefuture futureofofaudio audioinnovation innovationhold? hold? performance performanceororspeech, speech,they theymust mustcontend contend Trends that are likely to gather pace with the ambient noise of their surroundings. Trends Trendsthat thatare arelikely likelytotogather gatherpace pace with withthe theambient ambientnoise noiseofoftheir theirsurroundings. surroundings. in the coming years include increased But problems like this are now being solved. thecoming comingyears yearsinclude includeincreased increased But Butproblems problemslike likethis thisare arenow nowbeing beingsolved. solved. ininthe intelligence, immersion and user-generated As the journalist films the subject via a intelligence, intelligence,immersion immersionand anduser-generated user-generated As Asthe thejournalist journalistfilms filmsthe thesubject subjectvia viaaa content capabilities. The potential of audio native or third-party recording application, content contentcapabilities. capabilities.The Thepotential potentialofofaudio audio native nativeororthird-party third-partyrecording recordingapplication, application, technologies, such as Nokia OZO, will enable multi-microphone audio capture algorithms technologies, technologies,such suchas asNokia NokiaOZO, OZO,will willenable enable multi-microphone multi-microphoneaudio audiocapture capturealgorithms algorithms increased immersion in the fields of virtual can now analyse and process the audio increased increasedimmersion immersionininthe thefields fieldsofofvirtual virtual can cannow nowanalyse analyseand andprocess processthe theaudio audio and augmented reality, which are exciting signals within the device software. This and andaugmented augmentedreality, reality,which whichare areexciting exciting signals signalswithin withinthe thedevice devicesoftware. software.This This frontiers in the audiovisual space. allows for dynamic isolation and tracking of frontiers frontiersininthe theaudiovisual audiovisualspace. space. allows allowsfor fordynamic dynamicisolation isolationand andtracking trackingofof Providing true-to-life audio capture the sound source. Providing Providingtrue-to-life true-to-lifeaudio audiocapture capture the thesound soundsource. source. capabilities, along with advanced postToday, it is a given that all devices capable capabilities, capabilities,along alongwith withadvanced advancedpostpostToday, Today,ititisisaagiven giventhat thatall alldevices devicescapable capable capture edit solutions and playback of image capture should come with zoom capture captureedit editsolutions solutionsand andplayback playback ofofimage imagecapture captureshould shouldcome comewith withzoom zoom capabilities, but audiovisual zoom is relatively capabilities for professional media and usercapabilities capabilitiesfor forprofessional professionalmedia mediaand anduserusercapabilities, capabilities,but butaudiovisual audiovisualzoom zoomisisrelatively relatively generated content, gives users the ability new. 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