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Greece - The inaugural edition of the Athens & Epidaurus Summer Festival (ADD 2018) took place at a warehouse complex and united international acts such as Amelie Lens, Apparat and Red Axes, as well as 22 DJs spread across three stages. The event was hosted at a warehouse complex called Peiraios 260.
RM Audio, Martin Audio’s newly appointed Greek distributor, supported the event by providing a WPC sound system on the main stage, with auxiliary systems on stages two and three.
On the main stage, RM Audio supplied eight aside WPC elements, Martin Audio’s latest optimised line array, with iKON amplifier racks driving eight new SXH218 subwoofers, which provided thumping bass. The stage was also populated with two XE monitors with W8VDQ as side-fills.
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Turkey - Clair Brothers has named Elit Light / Sound Technologies as its distributor in Turkey.
The Istanbul company will sell and distribute the kiTCurve and C-Series loudspeakers as well as other Clair Brothers products such as the 1AM and 1.5AM Series stage monitors, the stackable S2 PA System, and more.
Elit MD Emre Defne comments: “We’re so proud to now be the Turkish partner of Clair Brothers because they give us a renewed ability to build on our mission to be the best live event brand in Turkey.”
Josh Sadd, Clair Brothers chief engineer, adds: “We are happy to have Elit on board with us and look forward to making more contributions to Turkey’s vibrant culture of interesting venues and events. The Elit team brings experience and enthusiasm that will certainly make the future of Clair Brothers in Turkey bright.”
Defne continues: “With Cl

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China - Top Plot International has landed a trio of nightclub audio installations in China, all featuring the Nexo STM Series modular line array system.
The projects use the STM Series modular line array, sets of M46 mains and B112 bass modules together with S118 subs. The STM Series main PA is supplemented by a secondary PS10 and PS15 system, and both are powered by racks of NXAMP4x4 amplifiers.
In Guangzhou, in Guangdong Province, The One Club is a large dance club in a warehouse-style setting that blends the appeal of a high-energy nightclub with a modern lounge. Meeting the technical specifications and other requirements to invite top DJs, The One Club has played host to world-class names like DJ Slushii, Adam Trigger, Wolfpack, Diego Miranda, Rehab, JP Candella, Tujamo, Tommy Walker and Timmy, with more slated to come.
The main dancefloor system uses thre
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France - Chauvet has named Alain Minet marketing manager of Chauvet Europe.
Based in Chauvet's Paris office, Minet will helm the European marketing of the entire family of Chauvet brands and will report directly to John Castelino, global vice-president of marketing.
CEO Albert Chauvet comments: “We have enjoyed exponential growth in Europe. Our French and German offices, which opened in January, have both been off to incredibly fast starts, while our UK and Belgium facilities have been growing at a rapid pace. Given this growth, we needed someone who could oversee our expanding marketing efforts. Alain fits this need perfectly.”
Michael Brooksbank, European general manager at Chauvet, adds: “Alain brings a wealth of experience to his position. His knowledge, experience and passion for excellence will make him a valuable addition to the Chauvet team.”

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UK - The new Vista 3 by Chroma-Q lighting & media control range is adding a touch of visual magic to Sounds and Sorcery celebrating Disney Fantasia, a new immersive theatre experience at The Vaults.
Visitors put on headphones and then embark on a multi-sensory interactive journey which reveals a fantastical environment using a combination of cutting edge binaural sound, elaborate set designs and dazzling lighting.
Lighting designer Jake Wiltshire selected the Vista by Chroma-Q control system to bring his creative vision to life for the different lighting needs of each set design.
For The Rite of Spring, LED strip effects are smoothly blended together to create a natural 'churning' look for the smooth-flowing volcanic hot magma; for The Sorcerer's Apprentice, moving lights are precision controlled to create an organic feel in sync with the

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USA - New York’s Stony Brook University upgraded the communication system at the school’s Computer Science’s conference room and has also added a video wall to the department’s main lobby.
John Schappert of Adwar Video turned to ClearOne, opting for a solution based on the company’s Beamforming Microphone Array 2.
Peter Ruland, associate director of operations for Stony Brook’s Department of Computer Science, says: “Academics are not big fans of lapel microphones, as they tend to stand up and move around to talk. One of the challenges in this conference room was that we were having a hard time capturing people’s voices and leveraging the echo cancellation during the video conferencing of our lectures because of the old setup we had.”
Schappert explains: “The audio pickup with the Beamforming Microphone Array 2 is super clear. For a large confe

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Malaysia - Mahajak Trio recently deployed a complete Harman Professional Solutions audio system at the Grand Zenith Hotel in Malaysia.
Grand Zenith decided to update its multi-purpose ballroom with an audio system suitable for a wide range of events and performances. The hotel also used the opportunity to upgrade the audio system in its meeting rooms to allow for more efficient inter-staff communication. To achieve these goals, the hotel hired Mahajak Trio, who suggested a complete Harman Professional audio system.
Mahajak Trio outfitted the Grand Zenith ballroom with JBL AC2215/95 loudspeakers and Crown CTs 1200 power amplifiers, as well as new JBL EON610 active loudspeakers for additional coverage. Audio is mixed on a Soundcraft EFX12 mixing console. An AKG GN50E modular gooseneck microphone provides a hands-free solution for speakers, while a WMS470 Vocal Set D5 pr

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UK - Event specialists, Light Fantastic Production Services Limited partnered with L'Atelier Five agency on the recent Hublot FIFA World Cup installation and product launch event at Harrods, Knightsbridge.
L’Atelier Five turned to LFPS to handle rigging and technical installation on their installation for Hublot watches in the store’s Hans Crescent entrance atrium. At its centre, the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia themed project featured three large open frame ‘footballs’ constructed from aluminium with integrated LED lighting and video displays.
Finished in red, white and blue to reflect the Russian national colours, the trio of footballs needed to appear to float effortlessly within the atrium. Limited by extreme load restrictions on the rigging points and severe weight limitations on the sloping floor below which precluded the use of traditional lifting methods

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UK - London venue Troxy has completed the first stage in an audio installation which will see the new JBL VTX-A12 line-array system installed for the first time in a UK venue.
The art-deco venue will work with Harman and its UK distribution partner Sound Technology to undertake a major investment in its technical infrastructure to service the production requirements of its increasing number of live music events, awards ceremonies, corporate events and private parties.
The system has been specified in collaboration with integration partner SSE Audio Group. It will operate on a versatile digital network and offer incoming productions easy access and universal patching into the system for easy load-ins and quick production turn-around for touring shows.
Tom Sutton-Roberts, general manager at Troxy explains: “This is a major investment for the Troxy team and we h

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Europe - BlackTrax real-time motion tracking system was instrumental in bringing the thrills of the Fast & Furious movie to live events in the UK and Switzerland, with further shows planned for the Czech Republic, Denmark, France and Germany.
Fast & Furious Live uses the most advanced technology and fans’ favourite cars from the series to faithfully evoke the most outrageous moments and stunts from the series. Recreating the underground streets of Los Angeles to locations that criss-cross the globe, Fast & Furious Live lets fans relive the most extreme action as precision performance drivers execute pulse-pounding stunts surrounded by blockbuster set design, authentic digital projections and state-of-the-art physical obstacles.
Kate Dawkins, already with a pedigree for creating content for spectacular live shows, was responsible for

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Germany - The Ehrlich Brothers have become among the best-known magicians and illusionists in the world. Their trademarks include trucks weighing several tons emerging from nowhere, trees growing in a matter of seconds, and almost everything disappearing from the stage during the course of a show - and then reappearing, as if by magic.
In mid-July, the two brothers added further superlatives when they guested for three days in the Stuttgart Porsche Arena. First of all, there was the Showdown of the World's Best Magicians, with selected guests appearing on the first two evenings, presented by RTL. Finally, on the third evening, the Ehrlich Brothers presented their new show Magic Worlds.
Working alongside Ehrlich Entertainment GmbH, were the Production Resource Group (PRG), who provided rigging, lighting, video and media technology, Schiffer & Faber for

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Spatial Audio - The Audio Engineering Society (AES) is set to stage the second International Conference on Audio for Virtual and Augmented Reality on 20-22 August at the DigiPen Institute of Technology, Redmond, WA. The conference and exhibition will bring together a community of influential research scientists, engineers, VR and AR developers, and content creators.
The three-day conference and expo will focus on the dissemination of top-level research in the field of spatial audio for virtual and augmented reality, with demonstrations and discussions focused on technical solutions and recommended practices. Leading researchers, practitioners and industry luminaries will offer panel discussions, tutorials, and workshops on new and forthcoming technologies.
The keynote presenters are Jean-Marc Jot, distinguished fellow, Magic Leap; Ivan Tashev, partner architect, Micr

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USA - One Direction member Niall Horan is in the midst of a major US tour, where live engineers Joe Harling and Daniel Kent are using DiGiCo consoles provided by UK rental company Wigwam Hire.
Harling and Kent both work from DiGiCo SD10s, running at 48kHz, and sharing stage racks.
“I have always favoured front of house mixing,” says FOH engineer Harling. “I don’t have the technical chops, or strength of character, to do monitors. I’d probably end up crying if I did.”
“It was agreed with production that this was an acceptable price point and weight allowance for freighting control around the world; and the SD10 does absolutely everything we need,” Harling explains. “I have mainly worked with DiGiCo over the last few years, as I have mostly been mixing pop music, and DiGiCo is pretty ubiquitous in this genre.”
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UK - An AV overhaul has transformed a 400+ seat lecture theatre at the Surrey Business School at the University of Surrey in Guildford.
The audio installation, a collaboration between Shure and systems integrator Snelling Business Systems, created a single AV system suitable for lecture theatre / classroom theatre, live events and cinema theatre without the need for prior training or dedicated IT support.
Shure’s technical team created a system designed for switchover from one user mode to another at the touch of a button. The team provided technical support and streaming tests across campus between lecture theatres to asses Microflex Wireless capabilities for RF stability and networked control.
“The vast capabilities of the system are perfect for the range of uses we have, from lectures to live events and conference, as well as a cinema,” comments Rob Purc

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USA - John Colligan is lighting designer for jam band Gov’t Mule. Punting his way through the band’s two-three hour shows, which are marked by extended improvisational riffs, he “follows every expressive note to accent its emotional force with light”. Helping him in this spontaneous adventure are 12 Chauvet Professional Rogue R1 FX-B fixtures, supplied by BML-Blackbird, which has been supplying the touring system for the last 10 years.
“Songs have a way of expressing emotions and have a powerful effect on the psyche,” says Colligan. “Lighting can bring out emotions on its own, too. There’s a certain sense of harmony that happens when lighting works with music. Combined, the two arts create a new, deeply moving experience.”
Delivering this experience requires lighting that is constantly changing with the music. Creating new looks that keep pace with

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USA - Last year’s 40th Anniversary Tour was by no means a farewell tour for 70’s/80’s rock band Foreigner. It’s now been 41 years since their debut album and the band behind some of rock’s most classic songs hit the road again in June, kicking off a 30-show Juke Box Heroes U.S. tour that has proved to be one of the hottest outings of the summer.
Lighting designer/director Dan Lastovka has kept the old-school look design from last year’s anniversary tour but with significant updates such as Elation Rayzor 360Z LED beam moving effects replacing Arena Par Zoom LED wash lights and a redesigned truss layout. New York rental house See Factor has again collaborated with Foreigner on lighting supply. Foreigner production manager is Steve Croxford.
“This year’s design is an evolution from last year’s design,” explains Lastovka, who has been wit

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USA - Jeremy Lechterman and Jackson Gallagher of creative visual design firm FragmentNine are the imaginative wizardry behind the production design for Keith Urban’s Graffiti U tour which has just commenced in the US. The album of the same name is enjoying critical and commercial success, and the architecture of the stage design brings a modern visual twist for Urban’s diverse fanbase.
Various Robe products are incorporated into the lighting rig including BMFL Spots, BMFL WashBeams, and Cyc FX 8s.
It is the first time that FragmentNine – known for their flair and imagination – are working with Urban and his team. Talks started about a year ago with reference to the upcoming 2018 tour, and they chatted to the artist extensively about how he envisions his music and how he likes to be presented live.
Known for his genre-defying compositions, and true

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Estonia - Estonia’s oldest theatre - Vanemuine in Tartu - received new audio, lighting, video, and communication equipment supplied by Amptown System Company (ASC) as part of a major conversion project.
Berlin-based Ingenieur Gesellschaft Wibbeke & Penders was commissioned with planning and implementing the structural conversion work while Dr. Reiner Chemnitius was responsible for working out the fundamentals for media equipment selection and installation.
Working together with ASC project manager Jan Vandrei and his team, theatre planner Dr. Chemnitius developed and customized the complex redundant audio/video fibre optic system based on Optocore and BroaMan components exclusively for the Vanemuine theatre.
Two management consoles with the real-time capable media control system by adunas were eventually selected. The larger main console to the right of th

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UK - Pro-audio provider The Warehouse supplied an advanced audio solution for Edinburgh International Festival’s opening event. The Aberdeen Standard Investments Opening Event: Five Telegrams celebrated the start of the 2018 International Festival and was attended by 15,000 people.
This audio and visual event highlighted contemporary responses to the communication infrastructure of the First World War. The work was a joint commission for the BBC Proms, 14-18 NOW and the International Festival, in association with the Royal Albert Hall.
For the event, The Warehouse worked alongside International Festival’s head of sound Tom Zwitserlood, production manager Murray Boyd, and technical director John Robb, together with Olivier Award-winning sound designer Gareth Fry, who recently won the 2018 Tony Award for Best Sound Design of a Play for Harry Potter and the

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USA - ADJ has announced the release of its new myDMX-RM lighting control interface. The tool offers internal storage with 16 programmable trigger buttons in addition to its function as a hardware dongle for the myDMX 3.0 software.
The myDMX-RM is a 19” rack mountable interface that connects a computer running the myDMX 3.0 software via USB to a DMX-controllable lighting rig through a standard XLR connection. Out of the box, the unit allows use of myDMX 3.0 Express Mode, which includes all of the standard features needed to setup, programme and control a lightshow. It is then possible to upgrade the software (via store.dmxsoft.com) to unlock advanced features such as a 3D Visualizer, MIDI control and ‘Easy Remote’ smartphone / tablet control app).
Through the software it is also possible to assign lighting programmes to each of the myDMX-RM’s 16 trigger buttons

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Canada - CAST Software has released a new version of its wysiwyg lighting design and previsualisation tool. Release 41 brings a broad range of new features, including scaling objects, section sets, NDITM support, enhanced rigging points and realistic smoke and light effects.
CAST has also announced it’s working on a cloud and student licencing option and support for 64-bit architecture.
Scaling Objects: users are now able to easily scale up, down or stretch any 3D object within wysiwyg. The Scale tool can be applied to a primitive shape, an object from wysiwyg’s library (except truss and fixtures) or objects imported from other applications.

The new features

Selection Sets: these are designed to save time by reducing the need for repetitive selection tasks. Selection Sets will save the selection information such as which objects are selected
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