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14 December 2016

Developed with input from Eighth Day Sound, the enclosure is loaded with one long-excursion 19-inch SD19 Kevlar Neodymium driver utilizing Adamson's Advanced Cone Architecture and Symmetrical Drive Technology. The driver employs a dual 5-inch voice coil for exceptional power handling with a dual-spider suspension system for extra stability even under extreme excursion. The front-loaded enclosure is designed to reproduce clean, musical, low frequency information.

The slim, lightweight E119 allows users to achieve long flown arrays with greater directional control an

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14 December 2016

Delivering maximum flexibility and ease of use for recording, monitoring and creative audio applications, the DiGiGrid Desktop range includes the [Q] headphone amplifier, [D] desktop interface, [M] musician recording interface, and the [S] four-output Power over Ethernet (PoE) source.

A core design feature of the Desktop series is that it maintains the principles of DiGiGrid's Networkable solutions. Key to these are natural, high quality audio reproduction and total integration with any other DiGiGrid product. Whether used as a standalone item or as part of bigge

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14 December 2016

More advanced than previous GS models, the four professional-grade models use a grid-based warping and blending processor and also have an option for camera-based warping, blending or stacking to make setups faster and simpler. They can also be rotated 360-degrees and used in portrait orientation, making them suitable for complex setups in rental staging and medium-sized fixed applications.

At only 35dBA, users won't be distracted by projector noise, and the new, sleeker design blends seamlessly into any environment. Lig

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14 December 2016

Vero began life when Funktion-One's Tony Andrews considered the possibility of designing a sound system that configures in a linear array. Having spoken of his concerns about the intrinsic sound issues of line-array systems for many years, this may have appeared to some as an unusual step. While Andrews recognised the time and manpower benefits of rigging a vertical array, he definitely wasn't prepared to compromise the audio standards that he and John Newsham have lived and breathed for over 40 years. Andrews and Newsham set out on a journey, which has seen many twists and turns along the way .

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14 December 2016

"We set out to make a statement with Maverick," said Albert Chauvet, president and founder of Chauvet. "We wanted to prove that powerful full-featured tour-grade fixtures can be offered at an affordable price. Based on the feedback we received at Prolight + Sound, it seems that we have achieved this goal. Our stand drew more people than we ever saw at this show."

The new Maverick series represents the culmination of a long and dedicated effort for Chauvet Professional. "We put a lot of thought into developing products that meet t

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14 December 2016

Elation previewed a number of new products including fixtures in three all-new product series (ZCL Series with new Zooming Collimator Lens system, DTW Series variable white LED lights, and Fuze Series LED wash fixtures with perfectly homogenized colour, zoom optics and IP65 rating).

Other product launches included the Platinum Seven, a high-power seven-colour wash luminaire; Sniper Pro, an upgrade of Elation's award-winning Sniper 2R that features three tim

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14 December 2016

The combination proved highly successful as the media gathered enthusiastically at Martin Audio's new stand to see the unveiling of the new series. This comprises Martin Audio's popular Coaxial Differential Dispersion horns, now teamed with integrated amplifier, Dante connectivity and tour grade materials.

The complete range was then showcased to hundreds of guests across 24 demonstrations in a dedicated theatre, away from the stand.

Director of marketing, James King, said, "It's the first time that we have taken a stand in our own right at

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14 December 2016

Unmissable for its slot car scale racetrack, the booth featured milestones from the company's 20-year history right up to the present - including this year's new blockbuster releases.

First up was BroaMan's upgraded Route66 video router, now offering Auto Routing and an intelligent fibre patch bay. The new functionality is powered by Optocore, and is ideal not only for Installation but equally for live events or broadcast.

The first customer is Wigwam Acoustics - and their long-term digital specialist Alex Hadjigeorgiou, the man responsible for the acquisition, flew in from South America to address the assembled press. Now an independent designer, he announced that Coldplay would be the first

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14 December 2016

Launching and showcasing a raft of new and innovative products, the booth was lit with over 250 moving lights including the new DL7 and DL4 ranges of luminaires designed for theatrical and performance applications, Robe's signature high powered BMFL range as well as several new products like the Spikie, Strobes and ColorStrobes and picklePATTs. The lighting consumed 12,288 channels of DMX across 24 DMX universes!

This high-impact setting enabled visitors to see the products working in situ and embrace the atmosphere. It was packed with people throughout the four days from start to finish.

Robe also won a coveted

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14 December 2016

Visitors to the Messe were hit with promotional banners from the moment they arrived, announcing a competition to win prizes based around five little humanoid robots, which had earlier performed on CCTV's Lunar New Year Gala 2016, celebrating the Chinese New Year. In Frankfurt they were performing to I'm Sexy And I Know It, which was synced to the spectacular lightshow. And after revelling in the show, many of the awe-struck visitors were fortunate enough to leave the booth with souvenirs, prizes and mementos after competing in the company's 'lucky draw'.

Away from this light-hearted crowd pleaser, there was more high technology in evidence, as the serious business was focused on the Chinese company's new BWS series. Using advanced lamp technology t

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14 December 2016

The stand concept was completely different to past years, as there was no actual show on display at the booth but a huge bar, surrounding a tall tree in the middle of the stand.

Several lasers of the new tarm Series and others created ambient laser effects and a multitude of laser of the Garden Series illuminated the tree and the bar with hundreds of tiny light dots. A specially created Sweet RGB Dreams shot was presented to customers at the bar - RGB representing the base colours for the utmost white light laser systems nowadays.

Additionally, - more than 400W of laser power. The brand new RTI NEO SIX RGB white light beam arrays with analogue modulation and beam

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14 December 2016

The new d&b software tool, created in collaboration with noise consulting and software development experts, SoundPLAN, will enable system designers to assess how multiple complex and coherently emitting sources, such as d&b line arrays and subwoofer arrays, will impact on areas outside the listening field - to internationally recognized standards. NoizCalc is a further radical enhancement in the prediction and planning toolbox for existing d&b systems.

At the exhibition stand, dedicated workstations gave visitors a chance to take a closer look at NoizCalc as well as the recently launched Dante enabling DS10 Audio network bridge. And whether mobile or installation, the complete loudspeaker

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14 December 2016

Single pixel control lets you obtain stunning dynamic multicolour effects, says the company. Features include single pixel control, ultra-fast motorised tilt, integrated full-range PSU and DMX control.

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14 December 2016

"The feedback we received during the show has been tremendous, we have been constantly busy. We've raised an immediate demand for this truss - way beyond our highest expectations," comments Ralph Stockley, CCO.

"We knew the Verto truss would draw attention as the first real truss innovation in years," continues Eric Laanstra, product manager, "But you never know to what extent. The Verto truss has received very positive feedback, that's very rewarding."

The Verto

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14 December 2016

The Scenius Profile is the new beam shaper at the top of the Clay Paky moving head range. Its advanced optical unit and the 1400W OSRAM discharge lamp provide very high light output and an excellent CRI. Its framing system consists of four independent overlapping blades which create shapes of all sizes and proportions by working simultaneously on four different focal planes

The Hepikos is a 700W washlight that combines low power consumption with colour quality, without compromise. Thanks to its PC front lens and narrow 5° beam angle, the fixture can also produce a

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14 December 2016

Since featuring on the BBC in August last year the company has seen a dramatic rise in requests for its technology which allows users to speak, text and vote using their own smartphone. Tim explains, "For us, Crowd Mics is all about engagement. It's about letting people in the audience participate and be a part of the discussion. Since our launch we've had significant interest from the UK and have been looking for the perfect partner to drive this forward. Saville combines a vast technical know-how with a forward-looking and personable team. Perfect for Crowd

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14 December 2016

At one end of the spectrum, this included their new HDL 53-AS active high-power bass module as well as the HDL 50-A and SUB 9007-AS large format line array rig, which was on active demo outside in the Live Sound Arena, to the new M18 digital mixer in the demo booth, where it ensured the amazing voice of Valentina Petrossi was heard to perfection.

There were also plenty of other new system previews which ensured that traffic on the large stand remained constant throughout the four days. Summing up the show, RCF general manager, Fausto Incerti, stated, "This was a particularly successful show for RCF - and the perfect opportunity to launch several new products, both in the pro and in the mixing console lines.

"We received a lot of posi

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14 December 2016

The SD-20M is a simple-to-use solid-state recorder at "a breakthrough price". Featuring stereo RCA line-inputs on the rear, the 1-U rackmount includes a pair of microphone preamps with phantom power for direct microphone recording. Both the mic inputs and line inputs can be recorded simultaneously in four-track mode. Using the dual recording mode, users can capture a copy of the audio at a lower level, as an insurance against distorted takes.

The SD-20M includes a battery backup system: AA batteries can keep recording for hours in case of power loss. A wired remote or footswitch can be attached to control recording and playback,

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14 December 2016

The Space Force is a variable white LED space light that is a modern replacement for conventional space lights or soft light sources commonly used in film and TV studios around the world.

The fixture benefits from cool running, energy efficiency, lightweight design and minimum maintenance.

The Space Force is highly efficient and natively single source, removing the need for skirts or silks to diffuse the light.

As a result of its low profile, lightweight (only 8kg / 17.6lb) and skirt-free design, the fixture is quick and easy to set up at any height.

The Space Force is available as a variable white source, CCT tun

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14 December 2016

CDC Offline Editor mirrors the CDC six and CDC eight consoles operating software with an identical Graphical User Interface, enabling full offline functionality within a Mac® based software package.

With the ability to edit and save all key operating parameters, and drag and drop capabilities - precisely as on the CDC consoles' touch screen - it is an essential preparatory tool; facilitating the creation of, and editing and amendment of pre-existing, show fi

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14 December 2016

Since 2014, ETC's ColorSource family of products has fought back against this epidemic of bad LED lighting by providing affordable, high-quality luminaires and effortless power control. Now, with the announcement of the new ColorSource and ColorSource AV control desks, the family is poised to really take control of the issue - one venue at a time.

Approachability is key for a small console; many venues are staffed by students, volunteers or visiting artists, and operators need to be able to walk up to a board, learn it quickly and bring up great lighting lo

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14 December 2016

Yvan Pe?ard, Ayrton's visionary Chief Design and Technology Officer, delivered an array of innovations which have enlarged the scope of several of the Ayrton ranges: the largest and most efficient optics on the market have been incorporated into the XT range to provide an optimised version designed for large-scale venues; the SX range mar

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14 December 2016

One of these was the new Me8 fog generator which was launched at the show to great excitement. The biggest of the Me Series, the Me8 is an 8-nozzled monster capable of pumping out a massive 800m3 of fog per minute. Visitors were able to witness the speed at which it could fill a 60m x 30m x 8m (15,000m3) space with thick

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14 December 2016

Visitors were able to try MediaMaster out for themselves to understand just how easy it is to achieve complex results with ArKaos' software and to put any questions to the ArKaos sales team first hand. The versatility of MediaMaster as a total solution-in-one software continued to impress everyone: visitors confirmed that ArKaos technology was fast, easy and comfortable to use, enabling anyone to work with it. They agreed that the ability to use flash files, and MediaMaster's mapping features were great advantages, and e