Under-balcony DelaysBy Bob McCarthyWhen are they needed?As sound designers, we often have to decide whether we should go through the added expense and trouble of mounting, wiring, and buying under-balcony speakers—an extra array. There is no glory in an under-balcony speaker ...read more
The races at Indianapolis Motor Speedway have always been exciting but now they’re taking on a whole new dimension with a massive video display upgrade from Panasonic Enterprise Solutions Company. Vice President Keith Hanak is here to tell us about how it all got done. That’s ...read more
Over the next few months, you’ll hear about replacing Adobe Flash or Microsoft Silverlight with HTML5-based streaming video delivery, both in the trade press and perhaps from your customers, especially in distance learning, media ministry, and remote collaboration applications. ...read more
Sony Electronics announced the VPL W5000ES, a 5,000-lumen 4K SXRDTM laser-light-source projector. According to the company, Sony’s new reference-quality unit is the first projector designed specifically for home cinema use that features 4K resolution powered by a laser light ...read more
Epson’s PowerLite Pro G6770WU projector delivers WUXGA resolution with full HD support, enhanced connectivity, and installation flexibility for large venue installations. Built upon the previous generation of Pro G projectors, it has built-in HDBaseT for simple integration and ...read more
This whitepaper, written by Audinate, covers the critically important but often overlooked elements that make up a complete audio networking solution. It examines the roles played by solution execution, support, and product availability in delivering real-world interoperability. ...read more
The Miami Heat was number four in attendance for the 2014 season, and the team’s AmericanAirlines Arena ranked fifth nationally in ticket sales for concerts and other events, according to Pollstar. Impressive under any circumstances, perhaps more so when you remember that the ...read more
The roll-out of Ultra-High-Definition TV (UHDTV) continues to build momentum. More models of Ultra HDTVs are coming to market and prices continue to fall. We’re seeing an increase in large 4K display monitors, too. The infrastructure is building for streaming 4K video from the ...read more
The HDQ-4K35 projector from Barco features ultra-brightness, crisp 4K resolution, and roadworthy ruggedness. Its 4096x2160 resolution and 60Hz frame rate combine to deliver razor-sharp images and vibrant, rich colors. Perfect for a multitude of rental, staging, and fixed ...read more
Cutting the cord can be a great way to eliminate trip hazards, add network connectivity to a new camera or display, or eliminate an unsightly rat’s nest of cables. But going wireless can also create headaches if the design and execution aren’t spot-on. The AV industry has a lot ...read more
Spanning the pro-AV and broadcast industries, the course covers fiber-optic transmission theory, system design parameters, installation guidelines, fiber-optic connector and splice termination options, test equipment, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting tailored for ...read more
Delivering 16,000 lumens, 4D color technology for superior color reproduction, four-lamp design, and a low ownership cost, Christie’s LX1750 is ideal for houses of worship, large conference rooms, higher education, medium-sized auditoriums, and staging applications. This new ...read more
Advances in speaker technology have brought line arrays a long way in just a few years. These systems have never been more adaptable, controllable, and capable of customization in so many parameters. One of the biggest steps forward has been software with configurable DSP and ...read more
Oct 14, 2014 11:36 PM, By Joy ZaccariaHow Church Unlimitedequipped for a rock soundAfter 15 years, the collection of churches in Corpus Christi, Texas, known as the Bay Area Fellowship became Church Unlimited. As they reached out to a growing youth congregation, it was not just ...read more
Technotrix and Martin Audio Cover Musical Graduation CeremoniesOct 8, 2014 7:43 PMThe Manifest Urban Arts Festival is a showcase for all graduating students on three stages near the campus in the downtown Chicago Loop. Columbia College Chicago specializes in arts and media, so it ...read more
Planar Clarity MatrixSep 10, 2014 8:11 PMPart of Planar’s Clarity Matrix family of LCD videowall solutions, the Clarity Matrix LCD Video Wall System with G2 Architecture is an immersive, flexible videowall that features a tiled bezel width as small as 3.7mm and comes standard ...read more
Revolabs announced that the company is launching its newly redesigned Revolabs Academy Training Program, a free, interactive online learning portal that provides users with a better understanding of audio fundamentals, measurement and performance, and proper use and installation ...read more
At Infocomm, Clear-Com introduced the FreeSpeak II™ wireless intercom system. Operating in multiple license-free DECT bands from 1.897-1.933GHz, FreeSpeak II delivers improved roaming capability, digital “Clear-Com Sound” for intelligibility, and innovative intercom features for ...read more
Installation MixersAug 20, 2014 8:12 PM, By Bennett LilesThe best thing about installing a house mixer today is that you’re no longer stuck with what you originally bought.Allen & Heath GLD-80The best thing about installing a house mixer today is that you’re no longer stuck with ...read more
Platinum Tools 500 MCMAug 18, 2014 8:28 PMThe new 500 MCM Cable Cutter by Platinum Tools cuts stranded, flexible copper and aluminum cable up to 500 MCM (240mm2) and features precision- ground fixed and moving cutting blades. Additional functionality includes locking latch for ...read more
Knipex Tools OrbisAug 18, 2014 7:37 PMKnipex Tools has debuted a new series of German-made angled pliers and cutters called Orbis. The series includes a pair of one-of-a-kind, 25-degree, 8in., angled, long-nose pliers that features three different-size pulling grooves, preserving ...read more
Harman Martin Professional MAC Quantum SeriesAug 18, 2014 5:59 PMHarman’s Martin Professional introduced the MAC Quantum Wash and MAC Quantum Profile, the latest solution to provide brighter and more compact LED lights. The MAC Quantum Wash features tight beams, wash fields, a ...read more
Power-controlled ArenaAug 13, 2014 7:24 PM LynTec’s RPC (Remote Power Controller) panel with motorized breaker technology has been applied to the multimillion-dollar renovation of Stony Brook University’s Stony Brook Arena. Using simple Web-enabled circuit control and ...read more
Live Mixing Know-how from Buford Jones, Part 1Jul 7, 2014 11:23 AM, With Bennett LilesListen to the PodcastsPart 1 | Part 2Editor’s note: For your convenience, this transcription of the podcast includes timestamps. If you are listening to the podcast and reading its ...read more
Tuesday, October 9, 2018 — Los Angeles, October 9, 2018 – Loudspeaker systems manufacturer Mode Audio debuted its new FILA Series of line array speakers during the Dire Straits Legacy concert held at Los Angeles’ storied Wiltern theatre on Sept. 26. When seeking an amplifier ...read more
— The workshop will cover the end-to-end workflow for spatial audio design and asset preparation of 360 and 180 immersive videos using Facebook 360 Spatial Workstation tools —New York, NY — The 145th AES International Convention in New York City will host a number of exciting ...read more
— Broad range of seminars to cover topics from network fundamentals for audio engineers to the latest advancements in AES67, ST 2110 and other emerging standards and protocols —New York, NY — As audio signal delivery migrates from traditional cabling to media networks, the AES ...read more
The newest location of Atlanta-area Little Alley Steakhouse brings its patrons a new level of immersive sound Framingham, MA – Little Alley Steakhouse, with its flagship location in the Atlanta suburb of Roswell, has been designated one of the 100 Best Steakhouses in America by ...read more