Clear-Com officially introduced Avalon, a 1RU IP intercom communication platform for modern networked production. The company said that the platform is designed to simplify and scale workflows across broadcast, live events and production environments.

The company said that Avalon supports FreeSpeak wireless beltpacks, HelixNet digital partyline, V-Series and I.V. Direct within a compact 1RU form factor. The platform features scalable port capacity and flexible IP interfacing in an effort to allow users to configure systems based on current operational needs and expand over time without replacing hardware.

“With Avalon, we wanted to remove traditional barriers to system design and expansion,” said Frank Linton, product manager at Clear-Com. “The licensed port architecture allows users to scale capacity over time without replacing hardware, while support for open standards helps simplify integration into existing workflows.”

Clear-Com said that Avalon is engineered for fully IP-based intercom environments and aims to provide a streamlined alternative for users who do not need analog audio connectivity. The platform unites scalable port architecture with a compact rack-mounted design for simplicity and reliability.

Avalon complements Arcadia Central Station, which remains part of the Clear-Com product portfolio for applications requiring hybrid analog and IP connectivity, front-panel control and legacy system support. The platform also supports AES67, Dante and Clear-Com’s I.V. Direct technologies for local and remote connectivity. Clear-Com said that Avalon will be available soon through the company’s global network.

“Avalon represents a major step forward in how intercom systems are designed and deployed,” said Dave MacKinnon, VP of product management at Clear-Com. “We focused on simplifying deployment while maintaining the flexibility and performance our customers expect. The result is a modern IP platform that enables teams to scale efficiently and communicate reliably across a wide range of environments.”