Custom Consoles announces the completion of a production control desk and monitor display support system for one of Britain's longest established free-to-air television and radio broadcasters. The project was performed in partnership with Hampshire-based system integrator Dega Broadcast. 

Post-production studio, Studio Brain, has taken a sustainable approach to upgrading its facilities. Based in the Kagurazaka district of Tokyo, the full-service production house is built around two fully equipped creative studios and three editing suites. The 66 m² MA1 control room has featured two flush mounted Genelec 1035 main monitors since 1991. These were in need of some attention, but rather than move to a different solution, Studio Brain decided to give them an entirely new lease of life through Genelec’s 1235 Retrofit Upgrade Kit – thereby creating a thoroughly modern Smart Active Monitoring system.

Astera today announces the introduction of their new Fresnel series of lights; the compact PlutoFresnel and the larger LeoFresnel. These two offerings serve to plug a significant gap in the market: namely, the current dearth of effective LED-based Fresnel lighting. By developing LED lights specifically for integration with a Fresnel lens, Astera aims to provide all of the benefits of LED – including lower power draw, higher output strength, precise colour control, lightweight profile and full installation/application flexibility – whilst still providing lighting technicians with the specific creative qualities associated with Fresnel lighting, particularly in relation to portrait work and the replication of daylight settings.

The latest addition to the Gothenburg skyline is ‘Kineum’, a stunning 28-storey beacon of glass and steel that can be seen from miles around. The building houses Jacy’z hotel and resort – the latest venture from Swedish hospitality entrepreneurs, ESS Group – which offers a Nordic take on an upscale Las Vegas resort with all of the opulence and pizzazz, but not a single slot machine in sight. Instead, guests can choose from three restaurants and a stunning pool club and spa on the top two floors, plus award-winning conference facilities, a hotel-within-a-hotel on floors 17 and 18, a gym and a secret speakeasy bar. Swedish AV integration experts, Informationsteknik AB were contracted to design and supply all of the AV and conferencing systems throughout the building, which included over 130 Genelec 4000 Series and Smart IP loudspeakers.

Control room applications in highly sensitive, mission-critical areas require maximum reliability of all technical components. A key aspect is the implementation of security concepts to maximize availability and cyber security. Here, KVM systems play an important role, as they enable technical computer components to be outsourced to other locations. This, in turn, enables reliable and extremely secure infrastructures and allows user-friendly systems to be set up that are intuitive to operate and can be easily scaled according to requirements.    

As part of its 45th anniversary year, Genelec has unveiled the 8381A Smart Active Monitoring system, a flagship floor-standing Adaptive Point SourceTM design that fuses exceptional precision and envelopment with unrivalled LF control, huge headroom and high-resolution imaging. Designed for high end music recording, mastering and audiophile listening, the 8381A creates a free-standing full range monitoring solution that can intelligently adapt to any acoustic environment. For audio professionals, the 8381A produces accurate full-band mixes that translate consistently to other rooms and playback systems, while audiophiles will experience every detail and nuance of a musical performance, just as the creators intended it to be heard.

The prestigious BroadcastPro ME Manufacturer Awards honor game-changers who significantly impact the dynamic output and performance of the broadcast sector. This includes manufacturers, network operators, and re-sellers whose cutting-edge equipment and innovative products and services consistently provide a competitive advantage in the industry. Their groundbreaking solutions deliver crucial commercial 'edge' on a daily basis, propelling the industry forward and bringing about a transformational shift.

In response to a surge in OB broadcast sessions, Finland’s Soundon has recently added a second OB van to its fleet – equipped with a 5.1 Genelec Smart Active Monitoring System. The addition of the new truck means that Soundon – which specialises in sound recording for concerts and television with multi-camera productions and live broadcasts – now has even more capacity for bookings and post-production studio sessions.

Guntermann & Drunck (G&D), Germany’s leading expert in KVM solutions, is expanding its VisionXS product series. Modern devices can easily be integrated into the overall installation thanks to the new extender variants for USB Type-C.

In order to develop products that are more small, compact, and powerful, G&D is continuing to expand its VisionXS product series further. The high-performance KVM extenders are matrix-compatible and offer resolutions of up to 4K @ 60 Hz and a broad range of features for an optimal user experience. The systems are available in both variants, as KVM-over-IP™ systems or for classic direct transmission.

Vizrt, a leader in real-time graphics and live production solutions for content creators, today announces the availability of three new products – Viz Flowics, Viz Data Connectors, and Viz Social after integrating Flowics’ unique offerings into the wider Vizrt product portfolio. 
 
Vizrt's new solutions with the addition of Flowics’ technologies, simplifies production workflows for all customers, from broadcasters to service providers, streamers, and YouTubers, showcasing the company's evolving offerings due to the changing demands of content creators. 

Returning to Asia’s key industry show, LiveU is taking the opportunity to present its complete IP-Video EcoSystem for agile live remote and on-site production across sports, news and other events. LiveU’s EcoSystem helps producers spend less money and time planning live productions by removing previous technological hurdles – replaced with easy-to-use, efficient and high-quality solutions. Producers can fully focus on creating dynamic, engaging content.

North America's largest AV trade show will once again welcome numerous visitors from around the world to discuss trends and innovations in AV technology. The main topics, Networking, AV Education and AV Products are also to be found at booth 2749, where Guntermann & Drunck (G&D) will present their latest, German engineered, KVM solutions and their seamless integration into AV systems from  June 14 – 16, 2023. G&D’s products ensure the best possible system homogeneity and interoperability in control room installations.

Obsidian Control Systems is pleased to offer the NETRON RP2™, an intelligent 2-way DMX power relay that serves as a protective device for lighting fixtures. The RP2 helps to increase efficiency by reducing power consumption, protecting sensitive equipment and prolonging the longevity of lighting systems. The unit is available and shipping from June 2023.

ARRI opens a new office in Rome to further promote and support the film and audiovisual industry in Italy. To celebrate this important milestone, an opening ceremony took place on May 3, 2023. More than 100 guests from the Italian film industry, including cinematographers, producers, directors, business partners, postproduction and rental professionals gathered together to toast the new premises. The event was also attended by members of ARRI’s global management team.

AVL Media Group, a leading distributor of professional audio and video equipment, is pleased to announce that it has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Wharfedale Pro products in the USA, effective immediately.