Sound Devices Astral HH Selected as Finalist for 2026 TEC Awards

Handheld digital wireless microphone currently on tour with The Weeknd Chappell Roan, and Lorde MADISON, WI, December 10, 2025 ​ — Sound Devices announces that the Astral HH digital wireless microphone, the performance centerpiece of the brand’s next-generation Astral family of RF devices, has been selected as a finalist in the Wireless Technology category of […]

Sound Devices Astral HH Selected as Finalist for 2026 TEC Awards

Monitoring Emergency Sound Systems: New PRAESENSA End-of-Branch Device Enables Supervised Multi-Branch Loudspeaker Lines

Bosch PRAESENSA, the IP-based public address and voice alarm system (PAVA) is growing: the new PRA-EOB end-of-branch device has been developed to support supervised multi-branch loudspeaker lines which is a requirement for emergency sound systems. Fully compliant with EN 54-16, it targets installations where speaker lines are configured in tree or star topologies as often […]

Monitoring Emergency Sound Systems: New PRAESENSA End-of-Branch Device Enables Supervised Multi-Branch Loudspeaker Lines

Ripe’s 2025 North American Tour Powered by Waves LV1 Classic Console and InTrigger Drum Replacer

Ripe’s 2025 North American tour powered by Waves LV1 Classic console and InTrigger Drum Replacer Knoxville, TN, December 10, 2025 — Front-of-house engineer & production manager Eran Ben Zur (Dweezil Zappa, Stick Figure) has chosen the Waves eMotion LV1 Classic mixing console and Waves plugins for Ripe’s 2025 world tour, with the InTrigger Drum Replacer […]

Ripe’s 2025 North American Tour Powered by Waves LV1 Classic Console and InTrigger Drum Replacer

Precision Sound Studios Paints Vivid Sonic Portraits with Schoeps Microphones

Producer/Engineer Alex Sterling on curating a versatile microphone toolkit for every production need. Alex Sterling, Founder of Precision Sound Studios has built his business on being a versatile, client-focused engineer with a knack for efficiency and facilitating the sonic needs for every project. Precision Sound’s diverse clientele includes artists such as Cindi Lauper, J Balvin, […]

Precision Sound Studios Paints Vivid Sonic Portraits with Schoeps Microphones

EM Acoustics Returns to Cruise Ship Interiors Expo to Further Strengthen Presence in this Growing Sector

Hamburg, Germany, November 2025 – British manufacturer of professional audio equipment, EM Acoustics, is set to highlight its expanding portfolio at this year’s CSI Expo, taking place at Hamburg Messe on December 3rd and 4th. Having established a strong reputation across live events, theatre and installed sound, EM Acoustics is now channelling its expertise into […]

EM Acoustics Returns to Cruise Ship Interiors Expo to Further Strengthen Presence in this Growing Sector

Paul Freudenberg Appointed to Lead US Live Sound Development for Martin Audio

High Wycombe, UK- November, 2025… Martin Audio has announced the appointment of Paul Freudenberg as Business Development Director – Festival / Touring / A&R, signaling a renewed focus on strengthening the company’s presence and relationships across the live sound sector in the United States. With a career in professional audio and music spanning more than 40 years, […]

Paul Freudenberg Appointed to Lead US Live Sound Development for Martin Audio

Midwich Enhances Experience Centre to Inspire, Engage and Educate the AV Community

Midwich has officially launched an update to ‘the UK’s largest multi-technology experience facility’, unveiling a refreshed experience centre within its 50,000sqft Innovation House. The enhanced space showcases the latest technologies and offers immersive, interactive experiences across LED, image processing, workplace solutions, residential AV, home cinema, pro audio, lighting, security, rental fleet, and events technologies. Since […]

Midwich Enhances Experience Centre to Inspire, Engage and Educate the AV Community

Park Outdoor Celebrates 50th Digital Billboard with High-Visibility Upgrade Near Syracuse

Daktronics (NASDAQ: DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, and Park Outdoor are celebrating Park Outdoor’s 50th digital billboard, a traditional billboard conversion serving travelers moving toward I‑81 just north of Syracuse, New York. The project advances Park Outdoor’s strategy to modernize proven locations and provide local advertisers with more flexible, timely messaging options. “Reaching our 50th digital is […]

Park Outdoor Celebrates 50th Digital Billboard with High-Visibility Upgrade Near Syracuse

Kwikset’s KwikSlide Technology Wins HBS Dealer Golden Hammer Award

Award recognizes innovative slide-to-unlock mechanism that redefines everyday door hardware functionality LAKE FOREST, Calif. — Nov. 20, 2025 — Kwikset, a trusted leader in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company, today announced that its patented KwikSlide technology has been named a Golden Hammer Award […]

Kwikset’s KwikSlide Technology Wins HBS Dealer Golden Hammer Award

LEA Professional Partners with Audio Americas to Expand LATAM Reach

SOUTH BEND, Indiana, November 19, 2025 — In a move that expands its global reach and reinforces its dedication to serving customers worldwide, LEA Professional announces its partnership with Audio Americas, a manufacturer’s representative that will enhance LEA’s presence in Latin America. Audio Americas will bring LEA’s rich technology catalog, featuring industry-first advancements in intelligent […]

LEA Professional Partners with Audio Americas to Expand LATAM Reach

Rohde & Schwarz Collaborates With Broadcom to Enable Testing and Validation of Next-Gen Wi-Fi 8 Chipsets

The CMP180 radio communication tester from Rohde & Schwarz has been validated by Broadcom as a comprehensive, future-proof testing solution for next-generation Wi-Fi 8 devices. This collaboration offers manufacturers accelerated time-to-market with pre-built test routines and early access to key resources, while ensuring ultra-high reliability for demanding applications like XR and AI. The advanced capabilities […]

Rohde & Schwarz Collaborates With Broadcom to Enable Testing and Validation of Next-Gen Wi-Fi 8 Chipsets

Darrin Thurston Named Chief Technology Officer at Legrand | AV

Formerly VP and GM of Vaddio and Luxul, Newly Established C-Suite Role Advances Company’s Ambition 2030 Growth Strategy MINNETONKA, Minn. — Nov. 18, 2025 — Legrand | AV, a global specialist and industry leader in audiovisual solutions, today announced the appointment of Darrin Thurston as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), a newly created C-suite position that […]

Darrin Thurston Named Chief Technology Officer at Legrand | AV

PrimeTime Lighting Unveils New Professional Lighting Packages for Video Podcasts

DALLAS – November 19, 2025 – PrimeTime Lighting Systems announced the launch of its new professional lighting packages designed specifically for podcasts, vodcasts, and small-studio content creators. These turnkey systems deliver high-quality, studio-grade illumination in a simple, compact setup ideal for tight spaces and low ceilings. Also recommended by system integrators and lighting directors for […]

PrimeTime Lighting Unveils New Professional Lighting Packages for Video Podcasts

Kwikset Halifax LED Lever Selected as a Good Housekeeping 2026 Home Reno Award Winner

LAKE FOREST, Calif. Nov. 12, 2025 — Kwikset announced today that the Halifax LED Lever was named a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2026 Home Reno Awards. The full list of awards can be found on goodhousekeeping.com/homereno2026. Step into a new era of safety and style with the Kwikset Halifax LED Lever. The LED light illuminates […]

Kwikset Halifax LED Lever Selected as a Good Housekeeping 2026 Home Reno Award Winner