What is AV? This question is more relevant today than ever. If you’ve been in the AV industry for two years, 20 or even 40, you’ve witnessed its dramatic evolution. AV integrators are now de facto technologists, IT specialists, C# and HTML5 programmers, visual and UI/UX designers, third-party automation experts, subsystem communication pros — and […]

Crestron has introduced new features to its Automate VX multi-camera speaker tracking system, aiming to improve collaboration in hybrid meeting environments. The update includes Visual AI Direction, a tool designed to enhance videoconferencing by automatically selecting the best camera angle based on a speaker’s position and facial orientation. The Visual AI Direction feature allows cameras […]

Shure, in collaboration with two international audio equipment manufacturers, assisted in dismantling a large-scale counterfeiting operation in China that produced and exported fake microphones, headphones and amplifiers to Southeast Asia. Crackdown on Counterfeit Operations In May 2023, Shure received information about a network of nine entities in China exporting counterfeit audio products through more than […]

Merging Technologies has released Pyramix 15, the latest update to its flagship digital audio workstation (DAW), featuring a revamped user experience, an upgraded mixer, and enhanced monitoring tools. Since joining the Sennheiser Group two years ago, Merging Technologies has introduced new hardware, including the Neumann MT48, Merging Hapi Mk III, and Dante options for Anubis […]

With great sympathy, many in the U.K. industry now mourn the loss of the award-winning systems integrator Smartcomm Ltd. And industry executives as individuals and colleagues are rallying to help Smartcomm employees find new jobs. Blame the HM Revenue and Customs, the tax department of the U.K. government, who (with no love at all) filed […]

ISE 2025 delivered an unforgettable showcase of innovation. The show floor buzzed with cutting-edge technology, major product launches and plenty of unexpected surprises. As always, the rAVe [PUBS] team was on-site, visiting every booth to capture the latest innovations — more than 2,446 videos, along with photos, podcasts, and hundreds of product news stories. You […]

Powersoft announced Thursday that it has signed a binding investment agreement to acquire a 51% stake in K-array. The agreement also grants Powersoft the option to purchase the remaining 49% of K-array’s shares. The transaction is expected to close by March 2025. Strategic Vision Powersoft CEO Luca Lastrucci called the acquisition a significant strategic move […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST The rAVe team is back from ISE 2025! As we wind down and rest our feet, I now have the opportunity to tell you that if you missed the show this year, you were missing out, my friend. The show floor was the busiest I’ve ever seen it, the energy […]

Many of us constantly monitor the Kastle Office Occupancy Reports that come out weekly. And, for the last two years, there hasn’t been much to report. But, this past month — and this week — set new records in recent years. In fact, we hit a post-pandemic record for office occupancy in the top 10 […]

At ISE 2025, at the annual industry awards powered by Inavation and ISE, Telmaco took first prize in the Government and Public sector for its work on the UN Africa renovation. Every now and then in the ProAV business, if you’re lucky, you get to touch a special project … a project that not only […]

Visionary has joined forces with Extreme Networks, a company that specializes in AI-powered automation for networking, to deliver an integration of Visionary’s PacketAV Matrix Series with Extreme’s network Fabric solution. This simplifies AV network deployment and management. Extreme Fabric is an end-to-end, automated and secure network fabric solution that automates and streamlines the configuration of […]

Shure Incorporated is celebrating its 100th anniversary, marking a century of pioneering innovation, quality, and unyielding commitment to audio excellence. S.N. Shure started the Company in downtown Chicago in 1925 selling radio parts kits. In 1932, Shure became one of only a few U.S. microphone manufacturers with the introduction of the Model 33N microphone. Since […]

Listen Technologies Corporation and Ampetronic announced that Auri, the first complete Auracast broadcast audio-based assistive listening solution, is now shipping. Auri lets venues and end users adopt Auracast broadcast audio technology, a new standard for Bluetooth Low Energy Audio, for assistive listening in public spaces. Auri delivers high-quality, low-latency, multi-channel audio to an unlimited number […]

ISE 2025 was filled with the potential of an upcoming AV Cloud onslaught. Big brands such as Legrand AV, Crestron, QSC, Shure, BrightSign, Philips, Sennheiser, and Microsoft each had cloud-related pre-show announcements and were pitching their versions of managing products via the cloud. The show was simply too big to walk in four days, but […]

ISE 2025 saw its largest turnout to date, with 85,351 unique attendees, 185,700 total visits and 110,540 registrations recorded at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via. The event drew visitors from 168 countries, reflecting its broad international reach. The exhibition floor spanned 92,000 square meters of net space and featured 1,605 exhibitors, making it the largest […]

ISE 2025 is packed. Seriously. There’s so much happening, so many booths to visit, and a ton of tech to explore. But if you’re looking for the next big thing in ProAV, Innovation Park is where you need to be. New for ISE 2025, Innovation Park is the show’s startup and entrepreneur hub, tucked right […]

Alright. I will be writing this again in 10-minute chunks of time. Apparently. Let’s talk about today. My calendar was full to the brim with appointments and I got to check out the tech and insights from: I entrusted Gary with running around the show floor and keeping his eyes peeled for anything that he […]

And just like that, we’re halfway through ISE 2025. I knew ISE 2025 was going to be big, but even from afar, it’s clear that the industry is evolving at an incredible pace. From LED advancements to projection mapping to meeting equity solutions, the trends are clear—and manufacturers are pushing the boundaries in some pretty […]

Day 1 of ISE 2025 is in the books, and if one thing is clear—it’s that our industry is in for a game-changing year. I spent the day exploring the show floor, talking to industry leaders, and diving into the latest technologies. Here are some of my biggest takeaways from Day 1 at ISE. AI […]

Epson has announced 12 new 3-chip 3LCD PowerLite L-Series laser projectors. The new PowerLite L-Series will be on display at ISE in Barcelona from Feb. 4-7 at Epson’s stand, 3J100. The new lineup delivers higher brightness and pro-level features in a portable design, with an expanded range of throw ratios that solve placement challenges. With […]

Huddly has announced that its Huddly Crew AI-directed multi-camera system is now certified for Microsoft Teams in configurations with up to five cameras. Designed to improve hybrid collaboration, the system uses AI-powered real-time framing and shot switching to create a more natural meeting experience for remote participants. With this expanded certification, organizations can scale the […]

Panasonic Connect introduced four new 4K 60p 10bit professional camcorders aimed at on-location filming teams and video creators. The AG-CX20 and AG-CX18 models, and the HC-X1600 and HC-X1200 camcorders, all feature new optical technology, in addition to a lightweight and compact chassis design that delivers better mobility, and high-quality video production. The camcorders can integrate […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Welcome to this series highlighting some of the manufacturers and brands that will be featured on the show floor at ISE 2025. As we gear up for the event, we wanted to share a preview of what these companies are bringing to the table — from new products to insights […]

ISE 2025 is gearing up to be one of the most exciting ProAV events of the year, packed with new technology, immersive experiences, and inspiring keynotes. From esports to AI-powered AV, here are five things to watch for at this year’s show in Barcelona from Feb. 4-7. Make sure to tune into our trade show […]

From 4-7 February, the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via will transform into a vibrant hub of technological innovation, hosting over 1,600 exhibitors across a sprawling 92,000m² show floor. This year’s edition is poised to be the most spectacular yet, showcasing the cutting edge of audiovisual technology and systems integration. Attendees can expect immersive performances, interactive […]

Shure announced the launch of Microflex Wireless neXt 4 and neXt 8 (MXW neXt 4 and neXt 8). Building on the release of the 2-channel system in 2024, MXW neXt is now available in four and eight-channel count options. As part of the MXW neXt portfolio, MXW neXt 4 and neXt 8 feature a unique […]

It took more than two years, but First Impression in Netherlands succeeded: the company has earned certification as a B Corporation, a global movement to measure and certify a company’s entire social and environmental impact. First Impression joins 9,000+ companies worldwide that want their business to make a positive impact on people and the planet. […]

Visionary announced the Midwich Group and its subsidiaries, Midwich Limited, SIDEV and EARPRO&EES, will serve as the exclusive distributors of Visionary’s products throughout the United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal, Morocco and France, and significantly broaden Visionary’s reach, bringing its AV-over-IP and IPTV solutions to a broader audience across Europe. “Partnering with the Midwich Group and its […]

When the vice president of the European Commission called on Taylor Swift to mobilize young Europeans to vote, the irony wasn’t lost on Liveurope. And Liveeurope is fighting back. Liveurope, as an EU-founded organization, brings together Europe’s iconic concert venues to fight for European music diversity. The group includes 24 famous venues in 24 European […]

Xyte announced new cloud-to-cloud connectors with its Connect+ platform, enabling end users and integrators to remotely monitor and manage UC and AV devices from multiple vendors in diverse locations – all from a single, unified interface. Xyte’s cloud-to-cloud connectors include Zoom Rooms, Microsoft Teams Rooms, Crestron XiO, QSC Reflect, Neat, Poly, BrightSign, Domotz, Biamp, and […]

NAD Electronics announced the CI Modular Series of audio streaming amps aimed at both commercial and residential applications and housed in a 1/3U width x 1U height rack-mount enclosure. The series includes three models, to start: NAD CI S1 Single Zone Streamer — A streaming solution for music playback NAD CI SA2-120 BluOS Streaming Amplifier […]

NetSpeek, a generative AI innovator in the ProAV space, has announced Lena, the world’s first Language Enabled Network Administrator built specifically to support ProAV and UC network operations. Lena automates multiple areas of installation, troubleshooting and reporting, providing organizations an intelligent solution when operating complex, multi-vendor technology ecosystems. As a cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform, NetSpeek’s […]