The show's design included both generic and intelligent lighting, which consisted of six Robe Spot 1200s, six Robe Spot 500s, eight Robe Spot 250s and four Robe Scan 250 XTs - as well as an assortment of miscellaneous generic lighting. All of the fixtures were controlled by an Avolites Pearl 2004 desk, and the smoke and haze effects were produced with a combination of Jem Stage Hazer and fog machines. A Le Maitre pyrotechnic sys
In Spain, Carlos Martinez-Itturalde of Pro-Lighting SL has sold CM4 units to Trui Espectaculos, a leading production company in Palma de Mallorca, and also into a new rigging installation for the principle theatre in Valencia. A CM6 six-channel controller went to Madrid-based Quasar, owners of the largest mobile roof system in the country. In Sweden, long-term CM users Spectra+, whose credits include the Latvian Eurovision, have added 10 CM4 four-channel controllers to their inventory, supplied by Per Olof Lungmark of Intersonic.Dutch CM hoist distributors Louis Reyners have been supplying large numbers of their chain-hoist clients with Out Board's Smart Safe modules,
Included in this were eight Geni Sharmas, housing HSD 200 lamps, and six Shiva 600s (with MSR 575 lamp source). The Sharma colour-changer produces nine sharp and bright dichroic colours plus white, 0 to 100% mechanical linear luminous output and smooth movement to produce a twin/split colour effect. The fully-f
This year, the awards will be repositioned as the PLASA Awards for Innovation. The previous assessment criteria, which segmented the nominations into sectors, has been removed so that products will no longer be judged within category lines, but on the grounds of their innovation alone. The judges will be looking for products which advance the industry, demonstrate a new style of thinking, represent a key step forward in safety terms, or improve technical practices
The lighting technology design was created by Pietro Tondello of Altair, who explained how he arrived at its definition: "The Sandcastle Festival is an event that identifies the City of Jesolo, helping to make
For the first time ever, the Olympic Torch Relay will travel around the world as it makes its way to the Athens Olympic Stadium on 13 August to commence the 2004 Olympic Games.
(Lee Baldock)
The ESTA Certification Council is the governing body, which is managing the development and implementation of the Entertainment Technician Certification Program (ETCP), a new industry-wide program, which will grant credentials in specific disciplines to entertainment technicians.
Jere Harris, chairman and CEO, will serve as PRG's princi
This showed once again that Avolites new generation of power consoles - the D4 range - is the best hands-on option for festivals and large multi-user events. The 'Rock City' site for the event, was built in the 220,000sq.m Bela Vista Park area of central Lisbon. This previously derelict wasteland has now been turned into a beautiful perma
Combining the features of Yamaha's DM2000 and the PM1D, the PM5D is similarly designed and engineered. As a mid-priced digital console, complete with a true third generation operating system, it fits into Yamaha's range as a robust workhorse for all but the largest of sound reinforcement projects.
Orbital's sales and installations
The band's monitor engineer, Craig Donaldson, comments: "I would say that establishing the relationship with Sennheiser is one of the best moves I ever made. The IEM systems are fantastic and the back-up from Mark Saunders at Sennheiser is even better."
Donaldson says of the microphones: "The e604 and e609 are familiar to any engineer and continue to do a great job for us. The real bonus for me is the e845 vocal mic
Following on from the Widget of the Year success of the 'HoldOn' clip, launched in 2003, the company unveiled the DGS Counterweight Drive system, designed in conjunction with the company's German partner, ASM Steuerungstechnik.
The DGS is the first genuine drive hoist that means an end to counterweight loading, with all of its inherent Health and Safety, cost and time implications, say Hall Stage. Fitting directly onto an existing counterweight frame, the DGS uses twin steel bands with a combined safety factor of 20:1 to raise and lower the weight cradle at speeds of up to 1.5m/second - in virtual silence.
Hall Stage are also offering full financial support pack
A major change to the equipment list this year sees the arrival of Skan's L'Acoustics V-Dosc system. According to Skan's Chris Fitch, the decision over which speaker system to use is not a reflection on either L'Acoustics or the Turbosound system used in previous years but came down to availability. He commented: "We have achieved some stunning results with the Turbosound in previous years and are confident in our ability to get the best out of the L'Acoustics." The reinforcement will be used in conjunction with two Midas Heritage 2000 mixing consoles and monitoring via a pair
PRG provided lighting solutions for a total of 13 exhibits at the show, compared with just four exhibits at the 2003 event. "We expect our presence at the 2005 show to be even greater as a result of new technologies we've recently introduced," said Carl Davidson, vice-president of corporate business development for PRG. The company's new technologies inclu
RTR's experienced team, headed by MD Pete Webber, has worked with Endemol's production team since its first series, supplying all the technical television facilities for the show's live broadcast across nine platforms. Using Trantec's S6000 for the first time, it proved invaluable as an intuitive wideband system, says Webber. Webber collaborated with the Trantec team to specify the 16-channel S6000 system, which was used in conjunction with numerous channels of Trantec IEM's and other radio systems.
The S6000's miniature transmitter
SARA raised the necessary sponsorship from MMINO, a South Africa-Norwegian education and music program, to enable young South Africans to spend the 29 June to 13 July 2004 period in Norway. There they will spend an intense 15 days gaining technical training from some of the best in the world, learning the latest methods and techniques in sound, staging, power, lighting and related live music/entertainment industries.
Every year the Board and organizers of the Quart Festival choose one deserving socially responsible role player on a global basis, and d
Under the agreement, Vari*Lite will benefit from A.C. Lighting's position as a leading 'one-stop-shop' for entertainment technology products and services. The deal sees A.C. act as reseller for Vari*Lite's full range of luminaires, including Series 1000 Arc ERS and Tungsten ERS models, Series 2000 spot and wash models and Series 3000 Q models.
Philip Norfolk, regional sales manager for Vari*Lite European distributor VLPS, commented: "VLPS are delighted to have A.C. Lighting as an approved dealer for the Vari*Lite range of moving lights. Their unique client base and excellent service levels make the
The three UK dates form part of an international tour for the infectious young hip-hop-flavoured dancehall reggae star, Sean Paul. Over a three-month period, from May to July, he will have taken the tour from the Middle East to the US and 11 European countries, ending in Montreux on 10 July.
The Adamson Y-10 system, supplied by Sennheiser UK, is a full-range, medium-format three-way line array featuring a single patented Adamson mid/high drive module. The system uses XTA DP226 and DP224 digital loudspeaker processors and is powered by Lab.gruppen 6400 amplification.
Offering a selection of the latest additions to the JHS product catalogue, the event presented a number of special offers plus the chance to mix business and fun with shuttle helicopter flights around the local countryside. For those seeking more terrain-based thrills, an onsite simulator offered a variety of high-speed virtual experiences, plus the chance to unwind with some good food and drink.
HK Audio's fully-rigged Cohedra (Coherent Dynamic Response Array) system was certainl
The company's new home is at Noorderpoort 28, 5916 PJ Venlo, The Netherlands. Due to the move, the company will not be contactable on Friday 2 July.
(Lee Baldock)
The managing underwriters of the offering are CIBC World Markets Corp, and Needham & Company Inc, acting as joint lead managers, Friedman, Billings, Ramsey & Co Inc and ThinkEquity Partners LLC. CKI has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 600,000 shares of common stock to cover over-allotments, if any.
(Lee Baldock)
For 20 years, the ABTT has provided industry-wide recognition for exceptional products that serve the entertainment industry. The committee of judges, whose identities are a closely guarded secret, consists of a mixture of end users chosen from across the industry to achieve a well-rounded and balanced decision.
(Sarah Rushton-Read)
Chen Ziqian, Melody's technical director, commented: "After more than 10 years of healthy growth, our company had established a strong sales network covering major parts of the market in China. As well as our headquarters in Shanghai, we now have branches in Beijing, Shenzhen, Changsha, Wuhan, Nanjing, Xian and Shenyang. We have a good customer bas, which includes the Beijing Show Company, CCTV touring group, Henan Sports centre (50,000 audience capacity) and Wuhan Sports centre (60,000 audience capacity).
Ziqian continued: "We didn't have a high quality power amplifier in our product range and we felt that MC2's ampli
Drake commissioned Blackout to design and supply a host of acoustic black-serge drapes, which were deployed on the new series of Channel 4's blockbuster, 'Big Brother'. Paul Drake says: "The time-scale to supply the acoustic drapes was extremely tight. Blackout were great to work with and provided the perfect practical solution, softening the acoustics of a highly reverberant set into a functional live broadcast environment."
'Shattered' was the show investigating the effects of sleep deprivation on contestants living in a pur
