CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo announced that 12,848 industry professionals showed up earlier this month for both shows. Show attendees came from all 50 U.S. states and 21 countries. “CEDIA Expo 2023 and Commercial Integrator Expo 2023 were bustling with industry professionals experiencing the newest tech and learning about trends in the residential and […]

Bingen, Germany, 13 September 2023: Broadcast Solutions, one of Europe’s largest media systems integration groups, has delivered two of four new reporter vans, the ‘comfort.links’, for German production company rt1.tv. The vehicles are part of an expansion of the fleet, which is used by German broadcasters. Two have been delivered already, to replace life-expired vehicles in the […]

In the suburbs of Detroit lies Shelby Township, home to St. John Vianney Catholic Church. The quiet and unassuming church hosts a vast nave, with seating for more than 1200 people. The rectangular nave features brick-lined walls and soaring slanted ceilings that culminate in a glass-encased cupola, allowing natural light to bathe the altar below. […]

CHARLOTTE, NC, September 19, 2023 – Snap One, the industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of smart living and business technologies, today announced that it will host a national Oktoberfest event on October 19th from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm across all 41 Local Partner Stores. The event, sponsored by Control4®, Lutron, Sonos, and Sony, will bring Partners together to […]

All of it Now trusts in SP by Stage Precision to control complex AR workflow September 2023 — All of it Now (AOIN), a leading virtual art department and in-camera VFX integration solutions provider, never shies away from pushing the boundaries of creativity. Coachella 2023 proved to be the perfect canvas for their latest artistic endeavour, […]

Wallern a.d. Trattnach (Austria), 12th September 2023 – Blue-i Group, known for their work on live events and theatrical productions like Disney’s’ “Aladdin – El Musical” in Madrid, “Tina Turner – das Musical” in Stuttgart and the “Les Misérables European tour”, have recently invested in five PIXERA four RS media servers. The investment follows a long-term growth […]

Exciting New Enhancements Received CEDIA Best New Product Hardware Award, Residential Systems’ CEDIA Best of Show Award, Residential Tech Today 2023 Innovation Award and Technology Designer Performance Home Award Honors CARSON, Calif. — Sept. 20, 2023 — DMF Lighting, the leader in modular downlighting in the custom integration channel, today announced the new iX Series Enhancements […]

New Location Features High-tech Upgrades, Inspirational Settings and Modern Amenities to Drive R&D KOKKEDAL, DENMARK, SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 ― DPA Microphones, a leading manufacturer of high-quality miking solutions, has opened a new headquarters in Kokkedal, Denmark, a convenient suburb of Copenhagen. The modernized space will put an emphasis on the brand’s research and development (R&D) […]

AMX hinted it was back in the control system business last November with the debut of its Varia touch screens. Today, it announced the AMX MUSE, calling it “automation controllers.” AMX says the MUSE can simultaneously process unlimited scripts written in JavaScript, Python or Groovy and natively support so-called low-code development with Node-RED. AMX says […]

Extron just launched the UCS 303, a collaboration and presentation switcher designed for UCC spaces. Three inputs support the connection of USB, HDMI and DisplayPort sources, while five USB device ports connect to peripherals such as USB cameras and microphones. The USB-C input provides video/audio, USB, and 60W of power to charge a user’s laptop […]

Avidex announced that Lance Bowers has been appointed chief operating officer. Bowers succeeds Jeff Davis, following Davis’ recent promotion to CEO. As Avidex COO, Bowers will lead and scale the company’s growth, business operations, and commitment to customer success. Bowers has been an “instrumental leader, as the General Manager of Northern California and the Pacific […]

Stow, OH, September 12, 2023 — Audio-Technica, a leading innovator in transducer technology for over 60 years, announces the expansion of its team dedicated to the broadcast and production market. Longtime A-T employee Gary Dixon has been promoted to the newly created position of Audio-Technica U.S. Director, Broadcast Business Development. He will report directly to Kurt Van […]

Backnang, Germany- September 12, 2023.  d&b audiotechnik, the global provider of professional audio technology solutions, has announced a major new strategic partnership with Dubai Opera. The new arrangement will see d&b audiotechnik become an Official Technology Partner for the world-class venue, which will adopt the immersive audio technology of d&b Soundscape for its Studio venue. Opened […]

WEBSTER, New York, September 12, 2023 —Ashly Audio, a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-quality, high-performance signal processing equipment and power amplification for use in the commercial sound contracting and professional audio markets, today announces a new partnership with MC Marketing. The independent manufacturers’ representative firm will be taking over representation of the Southern […]

FRANKLIN, Tennessee – September 2023 – Farmingdale, New York-based Group One Limited, the US distributor for numerous top pro audio and lighting industry brands, reveals that it has now entered into an agreement with XBlack Visual Products to distribute the company’s lighting products to the North American marketplace. The announcement comes from Group One President Bryan […]

FOOTHILL RANCH, California, September 12, 2023 — In the suburbs of Detroit lies Shelby Township, home to St. John Vianney Catholic Church. The quiet and unassuming church hosts a vast nave, with seating for more than 1200 people. The rectangular nave features brick-lined walls and soaring slanted ceilings that culminate in a glass-encased cupola, allowing natural light […]

The wheels have fallen off on today’s episode of rAVe [TV]. Gary and I talk about a brand-new newsletter from [PUBS], all about security. You can go ahead and add yourself to the list by clicking here. We also talked about a new meeting room partnership between Legrand AV and Microsoft. We chat about a […]

Crestron Electronics has introduced the new Crestron Desk Q and Desk Touch. Crestron says the demand for hot desking has skyrocketed as more and more organizations are calling employees back to the physical building. Crestron Desk Scheduling offers a “convenient and versatile arrangement that grants employees and visitors the freedom to reserve and use a […]

In today’s episode of rAVe [TV], Gary’s background looks a little different as he reports live from Teaneck, New Jersey for Exertis Almo’s E4 Experience. Watch this episode to catch a special show floor tour just for you! Plus, learn more about the interesting robot concierge that will live in the Las Vegas Sphere and […]

By Jason Tirado Lightware US The pace of digital transformation in higher education has accelerated immeasurably over the past three years. To complement video lectures and engage students in virtual classrooms, higher education facilities have adopted technologies to accelerate interactivity and hybrid models of online and in-person learning. The new technologies have changed learning, teaching […]

Budapest, Hungary – September 12, 2023 — Lightware Visual Engineering, a leading manufacturer of connectivity solutions for the professional integrated systems market and a pioneer in signal management, has announced today that the company has joined the Q-SYS Technology Partner Program. Within the program, Lightware has collaborated closely with Q-SYS to introduce a Q-SYS Certified plugin that is […]

CARY, N.C. — Sept. 12, 2023 — Avidex, a leading provider of audiovisual and collaboration technology solutions, today announced that Jeff Davis has been appointed to CEO, following Gary Kolbeck’s departure. Previously President and COO, Davis’ appointment took effect Sept. 1, 2023. “We are incredibly grateful to Gary for the passion and humility he exemplified as […]

Epson announced the new PowerLite 815E is shipping. On the heels of the PowerLite 810E launch, the new projector adds a black chassis option to Epson’s new lamp-free extreme short-throw laser display lineup with 4K Enhancement Technology. PowerLite 815E features built-in wired/wireless networking and 3-Chip 3LCD with 4K Enhancement technology and 5,000 lumens of color […]

Today, Aura the Robot, claiming to be the world’s most advanced humanoid robot, announced that she will permanently reside in the grand atrium of Sphere in Las Vegas. As the venue’s “spokesbot,” Aura will interact with guests at the venue and serve as an “integral part of The Sphere Experience featuring Darren Aronofsky’s Postcard from […]

PlexusAV announces the AVN Series features built-in NDI functionalities. The AVN Series, including the IPMX Transceiver (P-AVN4), Plexus Visual Array Appliance (P-AVN-VSA) and Plexus Gateway (P-AVN-GTW), integrates NDI technology to expand compatibility with thousands of video solutions. NDI is an audio and video networking protocol for IP transmission and live production. PlexusAV’s NDI-enabled devices create […]

Smode Tech’s software solution SMODE, has been selected by Plateau Virtuel, the new owner of the Paris Grenelle broadcast studio (in the 15th arrondissement), to help transform the facility into a “state-of-the-art broadcast production environment.” With the implementation of SMODE, the studio will “modernize and streamline” its visual and technical studio capabilities. Part of the […]

Breakwater Hospitality Group — the Miami-based team behind hotspots like The Wharf, Carousel Club, and John Martin’s — unveiled their latest concept, Regatta Grove, in Coconut Grove’s Regatta Harbour, this summer. The gathering spot offers four culinary outposts by Michelin-starred and James Beard Award-nominated chefs, live entertainment, and impressive waterfront views. Regatta Grove is uniquely […]

Christie HS Series projectors are illuminating one of the most emblematic buildings in Chiapas Mexico, the façade of the Cathedral of San Marcos. Organized by the City of Tuxtla Gutierrez with the Municipal Tourism Bureau, the show was managed by Puntos Audiovisuales, a rental and staging company. The projection seeks to highlight the culture, music […]

CEDIA has announced the winning integrators and manufacturers of the 2023 CEDIA Smart Home Awards in the Americas region. The honorees were recognized during an awards ceremony at CEDIA Expo, sponsored by Barco, DMF, Lutron, NETGEAR, ProSource, Ring, Somfy and SurgeX. Submissions to the “newly invigorated” awards program were the highest since 2018. The project […]

Inspired by the work of icons like Jimi Hendrix and Jeff Beck, Producer and Session Musician Shawn Tubbs developed his own passion and talent for guitar at a young age. His skills catapulted him into a career supporting artists for both live and recorded performances. From touring alongside Carrie Underwood to performing with Stone Temple […]

Novi, MI, September 14, 2023 – ENCO, the premier global provider of radio and TV software solutions, comes to IBC with its strongest value proposition for broadcasters seeking a one-stop captioning workflow for their broadcast and media content. Along with new enhancements to its AI-based enCaption5 automated live captioning and transcription solution, IBC marks the debut of ENCO’s […]

Extron announced that third-party control systems can now control the NAV Pro AV-over-IP platform. This free NAVigator LinkLicense for Third-Party Control enables a Secure Shell (SSH) interface that permits SIS commands from third-party control systems to make and break NAV streaming connections and various other system functions. The NAVigator System Manager is required and acts […]