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The Netherlands - Astera has launched SolaBulb, billed as ‘the only bulb on the market with an inbuilt 15º - 50º zoom range that is optimised for maximum lux output’.

The SolaBulb project first germinated when LunaBulb was being launched in June 2024, as the R&D team was learning more about the potential of the LunaReflector to emulate the style and look of PAR bulbs. A SolaBulb prototype was quickly produced.

Astera’s head of product development, Ben Díaz, explained that it was soon realised that SolaBulb – a small, versatile, high-quality lightsource – was completely unique as a product.

Ben highlights that high-level innovation also comes with some risk, so he travelled to the US, UK, Australia and New Zealand with prototypes, meeting a range of lighting professionals to gather their feedback, both to improve the samples a

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The Netherlands - Leyard Europe joins Zero Density and KST Moschkau on booth 7.B01 at this year’s IBC show at the RAI in Amsterdam from 12-15 September.

The ZeroDensity booth will showcase an 8 x 8 DirectLight Pro 1.2mm in a virtual studio setup to demonstrate the company’s XR solutions, with a 4 x 3 panels video wall used to show its on-air graphics solution. The KST Moschkau setting will feature a 6 x 6 DirectLight Pro 0.9mm LED in a broadcast control room setup showing KST Moschkau’s solutions for broadcast studio automation. Both the ZeroDensity virtual studio and KST Moschkau broadcast control room solutions will run on advanced Brompton Technology processing.

Made in Europe and enabled by MicroLED technology, the DirectLight Pro Series delivers a wide colour space and deeper blacks for improved video performance and is available in pixel

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The Netherlands - Studio Technologies will spotlight four of its innovative audio solutions at the Nixer Audio stand during IBC 2025 (Nixer Audio, Stand 8.F96), including the Model 394 GPI Interface and companion Model 395 GPO Interface, the Model 201 Interpreter’s Console, and the Model 5682 ST 2110 to Dante Bridge.

Studio Technologies is debuting the Model 394 GPI Interface and the 395 GPO Interface for the first time at IBC 2025. The Model 394 supports two general-purpose input (GPI) signals for a range of applications, while the Model 395 provides two general-purpose outputs. To support a variety of applications, they can operate together to transport one or two contact closures over a standard Ethernet network or can be utilised independently.

The units are housed in lightweight, aluminium tabletop enclosures. Each model has a 100BASE-TX (100

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The Netherlands - INFiLED (Hall 3, Booth 3.B61) will show its latest innovations and solutions tailored for the broadcast, xR and virtual production markets, with a wide-ranging programme of product demos, expert insights and an immersive broadcast studio experience.

The highlights of this year’s booth will be INFiLED’s Xmk2 and Xmk3 Series. The ultra-thin, lightweight Xmk2 Series is an option for creative LED installations featuring extremely smooth curves and wide viewing angles. With a bend angle that can reach up to ±30° and seven position adjustment gears, its innovative design and patented modules allow the Xmk2 Series to adapt to unlimited installation possibilities.

Alongside the Xmk2, visitors will have the opportunity to preview the forthcoming Xmk3 Series, INFiLED’s next generation of LED display technology for high-end virtual pro

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UK - Cedar Audio, well-known and respected in the recording sector, is addressing the live sound market with the release of the DNS 8S noise suppressor, designed specifically for live sound and broadcast where audio over IP isn’t required.

“Live sound engineers have been telling us how they prefer to use the AES/EBU digital audio connectors of our existing noise suppressors to minimise latency for concerts and festivals, conferences and other live events,” says Cedar. “So today, we’re delighted to announce the DNS 8S, a noise suppressor, designed specifically for live sound and broadcast.”

Following in the footsteps of the existing DNS processors, the DNS 8S hosts the noise suppression algorithm that you already hear (or rather, don’t hear) when it’s used to clean the FOH sound and monitoring for major artists including Ed Sheeran, Ky

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UK - The winners of the 2025 PLASA Awards for Innovation were announced last night at PLASA Show, currently taking place at Olympia, London.

Run in association with LSi, the PLASA Awards for Innovation are among the industry’s most respected accolades, shining a spotlight on pioneering technology that advances safety, efficiency and performance through fresh approaches, inventive engineering, and sustainable design.

This year, 37 products were put forward, with the judges ultimately recognising 7 innovations. The panel also decided to present the Gold Award, which recognises a product that is a true game-changer for the industry.

The judging team for 2025 brought together 11 independent and impartial technical experts from across the sector, chaired once again by chartered engineer and LSi columnist, James Eade.

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UK - As in previous years, a range of fascinating historic lighting and sound equipment is on show, from a Thorn Q-File to a Vari-Lite VL1 to a DHA Pitching Digital Light Curtain to a PanCan to a Revox which those who’ve never had to do it can use to try their hand at old-school manual tape editing!

Classic Gear Live also has a dark area this year, filled with the magic of psychedelic projection using Aldis and Optikinetics projectors – with the ability to try your hand at the magic of liquid light shows, and with theatrical projection with some of the remarkable range of Strand effects discs on show.

Also on show: classic lighting plans, the hand-drawn light plots for such legendary shows as the original Cats, Phantom of the Opera, Sunset Boulevard and Sweeney Todd, plus stencils and pens if you want

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UK - Harman Professional Solutions (Stand C22) has introduced its Martin Professional ELP MANET 8f LED Stage and Studio Fresnel. Inspired by Shakespearean theatre and timeless storytelling, it’s innovative design blends classic tungsten warmth with high-efficiency six-colour LED performance. The result is brilliant light, precise colour rendering, and soft-edge projection for versatile stage and studio use.

ELP MANET 8f debuts Martin’s next-generation light engine, featuring six LEDs - red, green, blue, amber, lime, and cyan - to generate a broad, refined colour palette. Boasting near perfect scores of TM-30 Rf of 95 and a CRI of 98, the fixture delivers true-to-life colour throughout the blackbody curve. Its fully linear colour-temperature control, spanning 1,850 K to 12,500 K in 50 K increments, promises consistent, flawless reproduction without sacrif

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UK - At PLASA 2025, Claypaky will unveil “a groundbreaking innovation in a world premiere: the Arolla Aqua HP”. This product marks a major milestone for the industry and will be revealed for the very first time in London, says Claypaky. Alongside it, they will showcase their latest releases from the past year - innovations that have already achieved major success and international recognition.

Claypaky and Entedi will be hosting a special celebration of Claypaky’s 50th anniversary, taking place on Monday 8 during the show (4.00pm-7.00pm) – “an evening of connection, reflection, and celebration of five decades of innovation with pizza, prosecco, cake and a lot of Italian flair”.

The Arolla Aqua HP is the most powerful fixture in the Arolla Aqua series, designed for lighting professionals who need a versatile, high-performance, all-weather

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Italy - Part of the K-array ecosystem, KGear has announced the launch of GH4 Marine and GH8 Marine, new IP-rated versions of its compact point source, arrayable satellite loudspeakers, purposely designed for the marine market and other demanding outdoor environments. Building on the acoustic quality and sleek design of the original GH4, the GH4 Marine and GH8 Marine introduce new levels of durability and weather resistance to these crowd-pleasing products.

The GH4 Marine features a 4” full-range driver with a dual-coil neodymium magnet, housed in a corrosion-resistant stainless steel enclosure. Its 16Ω impedance makes the loudspeaker adaptable to a wide variety of system configurations, offering integrators and sound designers greater flexibility. KGear’s signature cabinet design ensures highly controlled audio dispersion, particularly useful in open-ai

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UK - Disguise has announced the launch of the GX 3+, its most powerful media server yet. Built on NVIDIA’s Blackwell GPU architecture and including a two-year Notch playback licence, the GX 3+ unlocks the full capabilities of Notch 1.0 for generative content playback – enabling video designers to create richer, more sophisticated and responsive event visuals that bring their vision to life without compromise.

With ‘exceptional generative graphics power and a 175% increase in Notchmarks’, the GX 3+ will enable content teams, show designers and programmers to playback Notch blocks with their intended resolution, colour fidelity and frame rate, allowing them to realise the full potential of their creative vision.

The expansion to 96GB of VRAM in the NVIDIA Blackwell GPU eliminates memory bottlenecks that have historically constrained high-resolu

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The Netherlands - RTW has announced a major new addition to its flagship TMxCore audio metering platform: the Speech Intelligibility Meter.

The new meter helps broadcast and professional audio engineers identify and address speech intelligibility issues in film, television, streaming, and live production. Whether it is unclear dialogue in a drama series, competing background music in reality TV, or crowd noise overwhelming commentators in a sports broadcast, the RTW Speech Intelligibility Meter offers an intelligent, AI-powered solution for identifying speech intelligibility challenges in any production environment.

Developed in close cooperation with Fraunhofer IDMT in Oldenburg, the meter uses objective, AI-based speech intelligibility to deliver an easy-to-interpret measurement of how clearly spoken content is perceived. This empowers engineers to

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UK - AbsenLive, the dedicated live events category brand from Absen, will recreate the Oasis Live Tour LED set at PLASA Show 2025. From 7-9 September at Olympia London, the AbsenLive Experience Zone (located in the Oly Room) will transport visitors back to experience the band on stage once more.

For this special feature at PLASA, the production team behind the official tour is partnering with Absen to provide an exceptional visual experience in the AbsenLive Experience Zone. Disguise will be powering the screens, while Brompton will be handling the processing. Additionally, Adam Hall is supplying the lighting and sound to ensure a first-class production.

Absen’s VN4.8 Pro, used for all sold-out UK tour dates this summer, will take centre stage, immersing visitors in the energy, the sights and sounds alongside live footage and photography of the com

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UK - Solid State Logic has announced the expansion of its SSL Live Bundles offering, which now includes the new MPL 16-8 stagebox. These expanded packages provide users with a new, affordable entry point into the world of SSL Live. Designed for engineers and production companies looking to harness SSL’s sonic performance and streamlined workflow, the MPL 16-8 stagebox opens the door to a powerful, professional-grade live production experience at a significantly reduced investment.

The SSL Live production platform is extremely flexible, with an almost infinite number of system configurations available. SSL Live Bundles have been developed to provide complete systems optimised for touring, installed sound, and church audio, in the most cost-effective way possible.

The new MPL 16-8 is a Dante-enabled stagebox designed to deliver streamlined audio conn

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UK - CUK Group, Outline’s exclusive UK distributor, will feature the company’s latest loudspeaker ranges at the PLASA Show 2025.

The P Series introduces a new generation of portable coaxial point-source systems, spanning from the ultra-compact P4 to the powerful dual-15" P30. Each model benefits from advanced port geometries that minimise turbulence, ensuring cleaner low-frequency output, and precise time alignment that preserves phase integrity (in both mono and bi-amped configurations). Combined with their coaxial design, these refinements deliver accurate, consistent coverage and clarity across applications.

The A Series embodies the motto “Sonic excellence finally rhymes with Architectural elegance”. While slim column loudspeakers are often judged by their looks, the A Series proves that discretion and design can be matched by authentic a

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UK - Visit Obsidian Control Systems together with distributor Live Technology (Stand C22) where lighting control experts will be on hand to showcase the latest innovations. The Obsidian team has been busy with new product developments, software upgrades, and a fresh schedule of training sessions - all designed to keep you at the cutting edge of lighting control.

Obsidian will feature the new NX W, a sleek, portable, and full-featured PC control wing designed to deliver professional-grade Onyx operation via USB-C. Its responsive hardware surface brings the power of Onyx to any PC system, offering lighting operators the tools they need in a compact and intuitive form. From RGB-backlit motorized faders to customisable multi-function buttons, every detail is engineered for speed, precision, and creativity.

Obsidian’s popular and award-winning Netron da

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UK - Jerry Harvey Audio [Booth J10] announces that founder Jerry Harvey will be presenting Jerry Harvey and the History of In-Ear Monitoring at PLASA Show 2025. The presentation will take place on Sunday, 7 September at 4:30pm at the Audio & AV Theatre. It is free to attend with a show entry badge.

Jerry Harvey and the History of In-Ear Monitoring will explore 30 years of IEM history through the context of Harvey’s professional journey, from his first set of custom-fit 2-way earpieces designed for Alex Van Halen to the founding of JH Audio and beyond. The discussion will trace the evolution of in-ear monitoring and its impact upon the live sound industry, as well as explore innovations and new technologies to come.

In addition to his speaking appearance, Harvey and the rest of the JH Audio Team will be on the show floor at Oly

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UK - Robe will have a big presence at PLASA Show 2025 - on stand A70 - and will be launching six new products – T3 Profile, iPAINTE LTM, SVOPATT Classic, Footsie1 MC and Footsie2 MC plus the new PowerDolly.

These will be available in one of the demo theatres for interested parties to see up close and to receive detailed demonstrations.

A new expo cycle live performance concept show Excalibur will also be premiered. This will be ‘full of cool, high-impact surprises and gravity-defying performance thrills from acrobat Oskar Skrypko… plus surprise guests’.

Produced by Robe’s in-house creative team, Excalibur will riff on the delight and drama of Arthurian legends – complete with the ‘lights of the round table’ and the magical sword … all with a contemporary twist and a specially compiled soundtrack, capitalisi

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UK - ETC is gearing up for the PLASA Show at Olympia London, bringing new seminars and a showcase of its latest innovations - many of which were launched this year as part of ETC’s 50th anniversary celebrations.

As part of the commemoration, ETC will be celebrating its 50th anniversary at its new building in Greenford, London, following the second day of the PLASA Show. Attendees are encouraged to visit stand B29 during the show to learn more about the celebrations and ETC’s latest product offerings.

On the show floor, visitors to the ETC stand can explore a wide range of new technologies, including the recently launched F-Drive RX centralized LED driver system, the next-generation Hog consoles, and the latest ETC luminaires and automated fixtures.

The F-Drive RX offers a powerful, centralized approach to LED driver management, simplifyin

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UK - The Adam Hall Group will be presenting the latest products from its Cameo and LD Systems brands at stand B22 in the Olympia Exhibition Centre. The focus will be on highlights such as the Cameo P6 LED profile spotlight and the powerful LD Systems ICOA Pro PA speaker series.

Visitors to the show with an AV focus can also find out about the extensive installation solutions from Adam Hall Integrated Systems. In addition, the PLASA Show marks the launch of the Adam Hall Group's new UK Show Space.

From compact IP65-rated outdoor moving lights to LED profilers for theatre and TV, from robust professional compact PA systems to slimline Dante installation subwoofers – the range of event technology and installation solutions that Adam Hall Group brought to the PLASA Show in London has never been more diverse. Visitors to the show can get a comprehensive

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UK - Avolites will have a prominent presence at PLASA Show 2025 next week, on Stand C28, where it will be next door to Robe lighting in what is likely to be one of the busiest areas of the exhibition floor.

A major focus will be on its freshly-launched new range of D-Series control consoles – the D3 – uniting power, performance and portability in a family of five compact, stylish and fully-featured packages.

The D3 family has been developed for a world constantly on the move, underlining a new and innovative approach from Avolites since becoming ‘A Robe Business’ at the end of 2023.

Smart design, robust engineering and expedient sizing are at the heart of the D3 series philosophy.

The D3-010, D3-110, D3 Wing, D3 Core and D3 Touch are all powered by Avolites’ Titan software, offering cost-efficient, intuitive programming and

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UK - TiMax, has announced an overhaul of its OSC implementation, including a bidirectional dictionary as well as support for the ADM-OSC standard, all wrapped into the latest software release for SoundHub, version 6.11. The integration will showcase at PLASA Show on stand J5, as well as the TiMax Open Days.

With the release, TiMax SoundHub now supports a range of OSC dictionaries, enabling out-of-the-box compatibility with many third-party control solutions such as QLab, Space Controller and Nuendo. A new TiMax SoundHub dictionary has enabled advanced, bespoke integrations with SSL consoles, Atlas show control, and Grapes 3D Audio Control, as well as an enhancement of the integration between TiMax SoundHub and TiMax panLab’s version 1.3, released simultaneously.

Solid State Logic has integrated OSC support for TiMax SoundHub with its latest softwar

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UK - Van Damme has expanded its digital video portfolio with the introduction of new Enhanced UHD Vision 12GHz coaxial cables.

Engineered to support the latest SMPTE ST 2082 12G-SDI single-link transmission, the new range ensures uncompromising signal integrity for demanding UHD and 4K/8K video workflows. With enhanced performance and extended transmission distances, these coaxials are designed for reliability in both fixed installations and live production environments.

The new products include: Van Damme 75 Ohm Enhanced UHD Vision 12GHz RG6 LSZH (278-875-006); Van Damme 75 Ohm Enhanced UHD Vision 12GHz RG11 (268-875-011); Van Damme 75 Ohm Enhanced UHD Vision 12GHz RG6 (268-875-006) and Van Damme 75 Ohm Enhanced UHD Vision 12GHz 0.7/2.9 coax (268-075-006).

With calculated transmission distances of up to 227m at 6Gb/s and 105m at 12Gb/s (RG11

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Europe - Providing users with ‘immersion without complication’, Coda Audio has announced the launch of free Space Hub Producer software, which enables users to build immersive sound fields using their own computer and audio hardware.

The free to use software also forms an update for its Space Hub immersive sound processor, with added functionality and new features. Space Hub is Coda’s 19”/3U immersive processor which allows users to build stunning audio experiences in three dimensions.

With more areas of the performing arts adding an immersive dimension to productions, the decision to release a free-of-charge, fully-functional, downloadable version of the Space Hub software will be invaluable for sound designers to plan and preview their immersive audio environments in their pre-production facilities, says the company. It is also suitable for

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