UK - Track solutions specialist Triple E has launched a new motorised curtain track system in the beautiful surroundings of the King's Theatre, Southsea - and marked the occasion by donating one to the venue.

Triple E's managing director David Edelstein, who formed the company in 1984 to supply the entertainment industry with mechanical products to aid the assembly and construction of stage scenery, unveiled SDRIVE, a track mounted motor for moving stage curtains, on Monday 24 September.

And in a generous offer, Triple E presented the King's Theatre, which is relying on the kindness of volunteers and businesses to help restore it to famed architect Frank Matcham's original vision, with the motor. The theatre is now the first in the UK to have the system installed.

"SDRIVE is the result of demand from the industry and our distributors for a budget motor aimed at smaller

UK - Chromlech, the innovative French manufacturer of the Jarag, Gleamer and Svoboda 2, chose PLASA 2012 to launch its new ELIDY - the world's first LED matrix fixture capable of projecting volumetric graphics - with enormously successful results.

Lionel Garraud, sales director at Chromlech says, "I have never experienced such a reception for a new product in my life! The Elidy was an instant hit and many lighting designers and rental companies already want to use or buy it. Elidy has already been specified on some great tours and new television programs for 2013. We took many orders on the stand with the first production run selling out in 3 days!"

Elidy is a matrix of 5 x 5 very high power LEDs, driven by state-of-the-art electronics to provide the world's first LED wall capable of projecting light, says the company. It combines high-output, warm white LEDs with sp

UK - Specialist audio manufacturer Flare Audio has released compact versions of its Quadhorn bass enclosures, to meet demand from small to mid-sized venues, touring artists and recording studios. The Q12 and Q15 use the same principles of Waveform Integrity and Flare Audio's Nanoflow technology that earned the Q18, the original Quadhorn, success with clients including Secret Garden Party, Shakedown Festival, Leopallooza and Coca-Cola.

The new product additions offer a compact double 15" or 12" bass enclosure consisting of two custom neodymium drivers loaded using Nanoflow technology. Constructed from birch ply and press formed for increased strength, the bass systems have been designed with tourability and a small installation footprint in mind, while a choice of different finishes make them equally suitable for the studio or live setting. All models can be used in con

UK - Rock Solid Technologies has introduced RockLink, a high performance Gigabit/Fibre Optic Ethernet Switch for the professional entertainment industry. Thanks to its Neutrik etherCON and opticalCON connectors and redundant network with failover abilities, it offers reliable and fast data distribution specifically designed to the requirements of the professional entertainment industry, says the company.

RockLink is equipped with eight Neutrik etherCON ports, optimised for lighting, video or sound network applications and 2 fibre optic ports with Neutrik opticalCON QUAD connectors with rugged sealing cover. Its fibre ports support the OM4 fibre standard, which allows cable lengths of up to 1,100 meters between two switches.

Designed for the professional entertainment market, much detail has gone into securing the network signals, ensuring the show runs smoothly. It offers reli

Switzerland - Schertler is now shipping LaFaro, the latest addition to its Deluxe range of acoustic amplification systems. The two-channel, 280W bi-amplified combo has been specifically designed for use with the double bass, whose natural sound is notoriously difficult to reproduce with true accuracy and musicality. (It was this very challenge that inspired bass player Stephan Schertler to develop his first non-piezo bass pickup during the 1980s.) Dedicated to jazz bass legend Scott LaFaro, Schertler's new amplifier represents years of research and experience in a quest to create a specialist amplification system for bass players that offers unparalleled sound quality and versatility both on stage and in the studio.

"The support of the international double bassist community has been extremely important in helping us develop new products that have changed the playing of this

UK - Allen & Heath will be releasing new firmware updates for the Xone:DB4 and Xone:DB2 digital FX mixers, and the Xone:K2 MIDI controller. Previewing at the BPM show, the new software provides enhanced FX sections and configuration for the DB4 and DB2 mixers, and greater integration between the DB4 and the K2 controller.

Xone:DB4 V2.0 firmware offers more creative flexibility with an advanced channel FX configuration, which allows the user to determine where the FX section, EQ section and FX ON switch are placed in the signal path - including much requested Post Fade FX. In addition, each FX section can be configured in Classic, Send or Hybrid Mode, to create a subtly different sound for each effect type. The new firmware also introduces a powerful new effect to the DB4's extensive FX library - Infrabass - a low frequency enhancer that generates infra bass energy from the sub-b

USA - Avolites Media is heading Stateside this month to show off its award-winning Sapphire Media Infinity System.

The media server technology, developed by the R&D team at Avolites Media, will be exhibited for the first time in the USA at the annual LDI show Las Vegas, 19-21 October 2012 at Las Vegas Convention Center.

Avolites Media will be at Creative Stage Lighting's stand, the company's US distributor, on Booth, # 1129.

Since its groundbreaking use on major events in the UK and beyond the Sapphire Media Infinity System has been the talk of the entertainment technology industry and, at the PLASA show, it won the much-coveted PLASA Award for Innovation with PLASA judges commenting: "It's the first integrated video control surface dedicated to video. It's well thought out and well designed."

Steve Warren, managing director for Avolites Media comments, "The

USA - Martin Professional has a lot to celebrate at this year's LDI - a 25th Anniversary and the recently awarded MAC Viper Profile top the list - but there is a host of other activities on the agenda as well, the company reports.

At the Martin US booth, the company will be showing a host of innovative products across LED, HID and creative video technology.

Visitors to Martin's booth will have the chance to win their very own MAC Aura or M2PC lighting controller in a prize giveaway. To be included in the giveaway, visitors need only register at the Martin booth.

Martin will also be holding an exclusive 25th Anniversary VIP Party on Saturday night.

(Jim Evans)

USA - MDG will be returning to LDI, Las Vegas this year (Booth 701) with its latest product, theFAN.

Released amid celebrations at Prolight+Sound, Frankfurt in March, theFAN is a digital, fully DMX/RDM operated stand-alone unit. Its appearance at LDI 2012 will mark theFAN's first showing in the USA.

theFAN has a very low power consumption of only 100W so benefits from very economical running costs. Nor is it channel hungry: the velocity of its three-bladed rotor is controlled via DMX (1 channel) or RDM, or locally using a discreet 4-button controller with LSC panel on the base of the unit.

A surge-protected, universal switching power supply covers the full range of 100V - 240V, 50/60Hz ensuring theFAN can be used anywhere in the world at the flick of a switch.

Also on the LDI stand will be the latest version of MDG's revolutionary dual mode Digital Atmospheric Generator, T

USA - At the LDI show in Las Vegas, J. R. Clancy will unveil a series of new rigging control systems that will address the entire range of performance venues - from the most complex flexible performing arts space, sporting complex or Broadway show to the stages of high schools and colleges.

Clancy has partnered with Niscon, Inc., creators of the Raynok Motion Control System, to develop the SceneControl 5000 Stage Automation Control System. SceneControl 5000 brings unprecedented capability and flexibility to Clancy's bestselling SceneControl brand.

SceneControl 5000 answers the call for a single common control platform across the multitude of stage machinery found in many venues. The SC5000 system offers multi-level cueing, sub-master control, free and locked groups, and unlimited numbers of axes in a system. There are no restrictions on the quantity of cues in a performance, o

USA - LDI 2012 marks the official US launch of Tibo and Zep, Robert Juliat's latest LED profiles which enjoyed a successful introduction last month at PLASA in London.

Tibo LED is a high intensity 75W LED profile with a choice of two zoom ranges in one single unit (30°/45 and 15°/ 35°). Plastic, glass or metal M-size gobos can be projected and benefit from the easy alignment afforded by the 360° rotating lens tube. Three color temperatures are available: Warm White (3000K), Neutral White (4000K) and Cool White (6500K). Tibo LED is supplied with a separate, flicker-free power supply which makes it extremely versatile as it can be used in film, television and studio environments as well as in traditional theatre.

Tibo's compact size and cool running LED engine make it suitable for use in historically and architecturally sensitive venues, exhibitions, museums and

UK - MT Pro will once again be at the Showman's Show in October with some exiting new LEDHead LED lighting products designed to enhance any event or party.

There will be a new compact marquee uplighter fitted with tricolour LED technology to give bright, even colours from a low profile housing. Only 150mm square and finished in white, it is also suitable for use in venues such as galleries and museums where lighting equipment needs to be tasteful and discreet.

The LEDHead range of wireless LED products allows you to add atmosphere to any function without having to worry about unsightly wiring or long set-up times. This year an area of the stand will be dedicated to wireless lighting systems. This will include a new, compact unit with an adjustable head for maximum effect for your money. Also on show will be the DLite1500 table-top unit. Ice Magic, based near Newbury, have now

USA - Robe will showcase its latest moving light and LED technologies on Booth 723 at the LDI 2012 exhibition in Las Vegas Convention Centre next week.

Following "a phenomenal year", several major innovative LED products are introduced to the American market .... including the Robin DLS Profile, the Robin DLX, the PLASA 2012 Innovation Award-winning Robin DLF, plus the Robin MMX WashBeam.

Also featured will be Robe's Award winning LEDWash and Actor range fixtures and 2012's best-selling super-small-mega-bright LEDBeam 100.

All the new fixtures are based on the 'smaller, brighter, lighter' and more environmentally sustainable design concept at the core of Robe's product development strategy.

The elegant booth, designed to maximise the available space and height with its clean contemporary lines, also integrates the latest innovations from sister-brand and architec

USA - LED Engin will be demonstrating on Booth 2211 at LDI 2012 how its tuneable white, violet and multi-colour LED emitters "deliver twice the lighting 'punch' of rival products, at the same time reducing system size by 50%". This is achieved, says the company, through compact emitters in which individual die are driven at up to 1.5A in multi-channel power packages.

Individually addressable die provide maximum flexibility and control of effects, offering lighting fixture designers the opportunity to create light sources that deliver very high lux-on-target and precise beam control. Effective 'in-source' colour mixing within the primary lenses of the emitters delivers high quality light and Total Internal Reflection (TIR) lenses are used to create tightly focussed spot beams down to 6 degrees. The emitters are ideal for distance lighting and for creating dynamic lighti

USA - GLP's Impression Spot One fixture has won the WFX 2012 New Technology Award for Best Moving Light in the U.S.

The LED spot fixture won in its category which is determined by Church Production Magazine, Worship Facilities Magazine and Worship Facilities Designer Magazine editors, distinguished members of the WFX Advisory Board, and WFX management. The award was presented to GLP's Rick Fallon at the WFX show in Atlanta, Georgia by Church Production Magazine's Editor-in-chief, Brian Blackmore.

The Impression Spot One is an LED based automated spot fixture with full colour mixing and a flat field output, and includes a full feature set of 10 to 32 degree zoom, 14 rotating gobos, motorized animation, rotating prism, iris, electronic shutter and full range dimming with absolutely no flicker.

Since its introduction the Impression Spot One has received con

USA - British motorised track solutions specialist Triple E is gearing up to launch its pioneering SDRIVE system at LDI Las Vegas with Rose Brand, Triple E's American distributor.

Triple E's Managing Director David Edelstein will unleash SDRIVE, a track mounted motor for moving stage curtains, for the first time outside of Britain at the annual LDI show on the Rose Brand booth number 1029, 19-21 October 2012 at Las Vegas Convention Centre.

The American launch follows a hugely successful UK premiere of SDRIVE at Portsmouth's magical King's Theatre in September.

"SDRIVE is the result of demand from the industry and our distributors for a budget motor aimed at smaller venues," says Edelstein. "It's easy to specify and easy to install, and is designed to motorise both straight and curved systems and will be available off the shelf."

It's thought the SDRIVE,

USA - Wireless Solution Sweden AB is ready to show LDI 2012 visitors its full range of new products along with plenty of Swedish hospitality. Wireless Solution will be exhibiting in Booth 2007 with distributor A.C.T. Lighting.

Wireless Solution will be showing its new innovations and products including the W-DMX G4S software and the BlackBox MK2.

The W-DMX G4S platform is a step change in the popular G4 software, packing improvements across the board. From smarter Adaptive Frequency Hopping to greater resiliency, W-DMX G4S keeps even the most demanding show running. G4S also brings new RDM functionality as standard in the entire transceiver line (F-models), with full, tested compatibility with the W-DMX BlueBox RDM controller and all other leading brands. Use RDM to monitor your lighting rig, set-up DMX addresses and personalities, and much more. With custom RDM commands, you

USA - This year's LDI exhibition will mark 21 years of business for Southern California based truss and structure manufacturer Total Structures.

In order to celebrate the achievement the Total Structures LDI booth (number 126) will have a celebratory theme throughout the show and they will also be personally acknowledging the 'Top 21' customers who have helped them establish their market leading position during that time.

Making his LDI debut for Total Structures will be Eastern sales executive Don Halchak, who joined the company from Mountain Productions earlier this year. Halchak is based in Wilkes Barre, PA and supports all of Total Structure's north eastern customers as well as developing their growing sales of Columbus McKinnon and associated lifting products.

As well as exhibiting at the Las Vegas Convention Centre event Total Structures are also holding an outdoor str

USA - On show for the first time at LDI and after receiving an outstanding response at PLASA 2012, Dirty Rigger's new Rigger's Tool Pouch is set for another hugely successful exhibition, says the company.

The new slim-line rigger's tool pouch offers six inner pockets secured with a full width drawstring netting and hook & loop closure flap. Manufactured using extremely durable, high quality nylon, providing outstanding flexibility and durability.

The Rigger's Tool Pouch comes complete with three D-ring attachments for easy linking of accessories and a long-handle screwdriver opening on left side pocket.

(Jim Evans)

USA - Prism Projection has expanded its RevEAL line of LED products with the debut of three new luminaires - Profile Junior, Studio.3 Fresnel, and Studio.UV. With its largest product launch to date, Prism will be debuting the fixtures in North America at the LDI 2012 show in Las Vegas.

The RevEAL Profile Junior is a compact 10,000 lumen LED profile spot that initially offers three models-3,200K, 5,600K, and tunable (2,800-6,000K) white light-all in a new compact design that is compatible with existing industry-standard lens tubes matched with high output performance. The Profile Junior, along with the original Prism RevEAL Profile, are designed for use in many applications including long throw front of house lighting positions. The RevEAL Profile Junior is an exceptionally powerful instrument in a compact form factor.

Also being introduced is the new long throw lens accessory

UK - At LuxLive 2012, Artistic Licence Engineering (Stand JO2) will present sunDial, a range of modular lighting controllers that provide a complete solution to the demands of 21st century smart illumination. Marrying high-tech control with the cutting edge in commercial lighting, sunDial will be driving Lumiblade, Philips' exciting new OLED product.

The landscape of lighting is evolving towards a greener future, but the introduction of more eco-friendly sources such as LED is just part of the story. Only by using and controlling fixtures in a more intelligent manner can we harness the full potential of the smart approach to lighting.

Artistic Licence Engineering's sunDial range provides the technology to make this happen, says the company. "Our 'source agnosticism' ensures that sunDial dimmers provide the best performance, whatever the load. Naturally we have built in DM

USA - The latest additions to the XLNT CyberMotion range, the CyberHoist II and C-Trolley, will receive their North American premier at LDI 2012 at booth 614.

XLNT CyberHoist II is specifically designed for heavy-duty, world-wide touring and large-scale events. XLNT CyberHoist II allows a show designer to create precise, complex 2D and 3D movements at variable speed (1.5 ft/sec.), with multiple actuators in single, group or subgroup formations. Extra creative power and convenience are enabled by combining products within the XLNT CyberMotion family. Features include a compact all-in-one design including motion processor; world-wide multi-voltage power supply (200-440V (+/- 10%) / 50/60HZ), absolute positioning (0.1 mm), elevated duty cycle (60%) for fast lifting of heavy loads and network controlled E-stop and Dead Man's Handle without additional cabling.

The versatile XLNT C-

Germany - The passive ZX1-Sub is the latest member of Electro-Voice's compact and lightweight ZX loudspeaker family. Presenting an optimal combination of performance, portability and efficiency, the ZX1-Sub is well suited to both mobile applications and fixed installation.

The ZX1-Sub features an EV-engineered 12" EVS-12S woofer and operates in the 42 Hz to 200 Hz (-10 dB) frequency range and boasts a frequency response of 53 Hz - 125 Hz (-3 dB). The nominal impedance of the subwoofer is 8 ohms and its maximum sound pressure level is 127 dB. A robust, 15-mm-thick internally braced wooden enclosure with two side handles, a structured coating and a sturdy steel grille ensure both reliable performance and rugged durability in day-to-day use.

Product marketing manager ProSound EMEA, Markus Schmittinger, is delighted with the new arrival: "It has never been easier to give

USA - Community Professional Loudspeakers has introduced the newest member of their Distributed Design Series. The new DA6 is a high-output, full-range architectural surface-mount loudspeaker with an elegant, sconce-like form factor and contemporary styling designed to complement the most upscale environments including restaurants, resorts, hotel lobbies and ballrooms, and retail establishments.

The DA6 offers a 115-degree cone-shaped coverage pattern that emanates from the face of the loudspeaker downwards at a 26-degree angle from the wall. The two-way, 6.5-inch surface mount DA6 integrates Community's patented Carbon Ring Cone Technology, delivering uniform voicing and consistent coverage from zone to zone when combined with other Distributed Design Series ceiling, surface mount and pendant loudspeakers, including the D10SUB ceiling mount and DS8SUB surface mount subwoofers.<

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