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Spectra Audio Systems is a St. Louis based event production company specializing in over-the-top electronic music events, formed in 1994 by partners Timothy Kresko and Casey Hunter to provide sound systems for local area bands. Over the years they have expanded their inventory, and have continually worked to provide its growing client base - which has in the past included such notable names as Disney, ESPN X Games, and World Changers Ministries, as well as theatre companies and major label artists - with the most up-to-date audio technology.

Partner Tim Kresko explains the thinking behind the compan

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"More than ever today, DJs want versatile pro audio gear that can be used with or without a computer, delivers a high level of performance, and offers the features they need for real world applications, such as easy portability," said Tom Freret, national sales manager for American Audio. "American Audio has developed products like the Radius 3000, VMS4 and PPA-210, which respond to our customers' needs. We are proud to be showing these and other innovative pro audio gea

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Purple Group, one of the country's leading rental facilities, already owned three SD8s and increased that number to no five at ISE. The company is a long-term DiGiCo user and, when asked to supply equipment for tours by top Dutch acts VanVelzen and Kane, the decision to invest in further SD8s was a straightforward one.

"For VanVelzen we use a double SD8 setup, a standard console and SD8-24," says Purple Group's Robert de Loey. "In venues with small Front of House position, the 24 channel console is used at FOH with the standard console on monitors, while in venues with small stages the consoles are swapped over."

Taking full advantage of the SD8's recording facil

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A highlight will be the newly launched iDR-16 3U MixRack and iLive-R72 rackmountable control surface, which together provide a space saving, lightweight digital live mixing system, bringing the same power, sonic performance and flexibility of the larger touring iLive systems to a significantly lower price point.

With these additions, the iLive Series now includes a total of six Surface and five MixRack variants, which can be mixed and matched in any combination, and share the same firmware, so that show files are transferable between systems via a USB key.

The compact ZED-10 and ZED-10FX mini mixers will also have their first UK showing. The new additions feature two high impedance discrete Class A FET inputs, which allow

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As shown already on the recent ISE show in Amsterdam, the CRMS three-way reference cinema sound system will be shown for the first time in Frankfurt. Alcons developed the Cinema Ribbon Monitor System as reference-quality sound reproduction system for sound-for-picture applications, with fully matched loudspeaker, processing and amplifier components. The first system has already been installed in the Norwegian Film Institute.

A selection of products from Alcons' portfolio will be on show, including the successful LR7 micro line-array, which has received considerable acclaim in various international reviews and tests.

But the main focus will be on a significant new development, making Alcons' presence at Frankfurt as "the most im

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IC 6 Pro A is a self-powered ceiling speaker (class D) controlled by DMX for an independent control of many zones (up to 512 per universe) with a unique controller for all the devices.

Class D amplifiers of the SLA series are also controlled by DMX o VCO (0-10 V). They feature DIP switches to select DMX start channel address. They are suitable for use with almost any loudspeakers for installation and traditional ceiling speakers, says the company.

Digiline 8 offers advanced features for audio control and processing through network. Using the WorkNet Control Software.

WORK's range of lifting towers will be presented in a special booth. An intera

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TiMax SoundHub will be demonstrated with the TiMax Tracker real-time location system for tracking presenters, performers, attraction visitors and conference delegates to control audio localisation, playback, lighting and media servers.

TiMax SoundHub is a multichannel system matrix and audio playback server for theatre, live events, AV installations, attractions, corporate, retail and themed environment. It comprises a scaleable audio system matrix from 16 to 64 channels in/out with up to 64-tracks of random access audio playback in a single 2U chas

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Among the range of microphones being shown by DPA and Mega are new additions to the 4099 range of clip microphones which have been designed with individual instrument groups in mind. The two additions are the DPA 4099B, and the 4099C for bass and cello respectively, and join the 4099G (guitar, mandolin, dobro etc), 4099V (violin, mandolin and more), 4099T (trumpet and other brass instruments) and 4099S (saxophones, bass clarinets etc).

Visitors to the stand can win a 4099 of their choice, an IMK4061 instrument miking kit containing a DPA miniature mic with mounting accessories, and a plethora of promotional items by registering their details, which will be entered into a prize draw after the show.

There is a

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The Mac computers will highlight Cuelux' Plug&Play MIDI feature, including connection to a Behringer BCF2000 MIDI desk with motorized faders: a suitable package for any LJ / DJ or Club to use.

The Windows version will be running on a touch screen computer showcasing the true nature of this touch screen designed software.

The Linux system will run the stand lighting which consists of a number of Lightcraft LED fixtures supplied by VP's German distributor LMP Lichttechnik.

Visual Productions will also be showing new hardware at the show. A new version of the DIN Rail DMX Splitter now features RJ-45 connectors. This further reduces the time required for an installer to create DMX networks on site.

(Jim Evans)

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Portable PA is a traditional Studiomaster product sector where it enjoys a long history of product innovation, especially in compact and powered mixer systems. The company is launching the new Stagesound series in Frankfurt, a modern, high quality, powered mixer and two-way cabinet portable PA series. Two models, the Stagesound 8 with a six-input, 2 x 100 watt powered mixer and 8-inch speaker cabinets, and the Stagesound 10, offering an eight-inpu

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Terry Baldwin, president of ISCE, said, "What a day! I thought this year's exhibition was probably the very best yet. There was a full house regarding seminars and an excellent number of casual visitors. Well done to Ros Wigmore for organising the event and to the many exhibitors without whom it wouldn't have been the same."

Nicky Spiers, of Voice Perfect, said: "This year's exhibition was Voice Perfect's first with the ISCE. We were pleasantly surprised by the friendly and relaxed environment that they created which allowed us to demonstrate our new products to interested members. We met many friends, old and new and hope to have at least re-established co

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On display will be the new compact and powerful Vector Violet and Vector Ultra Violet. The Vector Violet line offers the power, versatility and flexibility of the Vector consoles in a sleek, compact and affordable packaging, says the company. Also showing will be the new 3.18 Beta 'candidate release' software.

The Compulite and Feiner teams will be on hand to answer any questions as well as demonstrate the full capabilities of these consoles.

(Jim Evans)

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"The conversion of the original truck, an iconic 1970's ex-army Land Rover 101, was a huge challenge," said Neil Franklin, head of interpretation for Stage One. "But by forming a close working partnership with Hotcow we were able to provide a solution to meet the aspirations of the client."

The process was, however, far more complex than it appears and throughout the conversion the design of the truck was constantly evolving, requiring Stage One to draw on their extensive experience to offer and incorporate design solutions. The conversion included extra lighting, panelling, graphics and a roof hatch, and drew o

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GDS will showcase the newest addition to the LiteWare range, LiteWare HO (High Output). Following the success of LiteWare wireless RGB uplighter, launched in 2009, LiteWare HO is a high output version offering 80Watts of LED power. Designed to be completely compatible with the existing LiteWare range, the LiteWare HO product is the same footprint as the standard version and is calibrated to deliver colour-matched output.

Also at the show is the new TCP-IP CueSystem a Networked cue light system which launches at ProLight + Sound this week. In an industry first, with the ever-increasing trend towards completely networked show control and lighting systems, the TCP-IP CueSystem bridges the gap for stage m

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The Arrow 700 moving head, the Mantis LED projector, the Arrow moving mirror, the Supertracer followspot and a professional line of smoke machines compose the first new Sagitter line, available as of the beginning of next summer.

Particularly interesting is the decision to integrate the traditional lamp range with the Lockit OSRAM 300, 700, 1500 in the Wash, Beam and Spot moving heads. Completely different from the conventional moving heads, the Spot Beam Series feature new patented focusing and zooming technologies.

The Arrow Mirror, in combination with the 575 Beam colour changer, creates a web of light beams and new evocative visual effects, giving free rein and emphasis to light designers' creativity, says the company.

The

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"We are very excited to have a fully integrated showing of all the Philips Entertainment brands at Pro Light + Sound," said Peter Rogers, senior director entertainment marketing. "By building on the success of our showing at PLASA in 2009, we have a unique position in the lighting industry. Philips Vari-Lite, Color Kinetics, Strand and Selecon have always been at the forefront in e

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Based in Ibbenbüren, in the north of Germany, LMP has a long history of supplying quality products to the German and Austrian markets where service and support are paramount.

The range of lighting control consoles, dimmers and DMX512 distribution products developed and manufactured by LSC is aimed at both the touring and installation sectors.

Uli Petzold, LMP's CEO comments, "We have been great friends of LSC for many years now and it is a wonderful opportunity for us both to be working together again. LSC is at the forefront of lighting product design which includes the new and powerful Clarity lighting and media control system and they continue to embra

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This year's fashion show, hosted by TV fashion stylist Mark Hayes and celebrity hairdresser Andrew Barton, is set to be filled with glamour, together with a mix of this season's new fashion trends on the Catwalk. The event will also include expert style advice and beauty treats for those who attend.

Over the duration of the event, Stage Electrics has supplied two bright, 4.5x4.5m ground supported, high performance LED Screens. One screen is being used as the backdrop for the catwalk, situated in the main show Marquee which has been built specifically for the show, on the North side of the Mall. A further screen has been assembled in the food court area, to provide entertainment for

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For nearly 45 years CPC has been one of the United Kingdom's leading, electronics, B2B distributors. Chris Beesley of CPC comments, "This partnership will deliver competitive pricing and long term supply stability to retailers and installers."

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A number of designers working independently on various projects aboard Oasis chose the same lighting - Acclaim Lighting. More than 650 LED fixtures and some control solutions from Acclaim are being used to light Oasis.

The largest application of Acclaim products is in the ship's 1380-seat Opal Theatre, where scenic designers Vicki Baral and Gerry Hariton (Hariton/Baral Design, Los Angeles) used 400 Acclaim X-Panels to create a wall of lights for the ship's production of the Tony-award-winning musical Hairspray.

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The focus of this year's show will be on a number of additions to POLARaudio's portfolio. From Australian Monitor, the new AV Revolution DSP, a simple, easy to install DSP solution suitable for multiple applications ranging from lecture theatres, boardrooms, function rooms and systems requiring room-combining capabilities. beyerdynamic products on show will include the new MPR-210 desktop microphone, which utilises Revoluto technology, the Stegos, encrypted wireless boundary microphone and the wireless Revoluto range.

POLARaudio will also showcase the new Biamp Vocia and AudiaFUSION ranges. Vocia is the flagship DSP and

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The Infinity M range of projectors is designed to hold the revolutionary 700 W mini fast-fit bulb. As powerful as 1,200 Watt projectors, they consume up to half the energy due to the optical quality of the parts used. The reduced dimensions make them easy to handle and transport and the modular construction facilitates maintenance.

At Frankfurt Coemar is exhibiting all the projectors in the range: Infinity XL, Infinity S, and the latest Infinity M.

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Suitable for any SR application, it fits in 170 litre double chamber Band-Pass configurations with tuning respectively at 30 and 90 Hz. Its electrical parameters are sufficiently "elastic" to allow a very vast range of applications without complex filters. The FaitalPRO 18XL1500 is even suitable as subwoofer for hanging line array configurations.

Also on debut is the 15XL1400", 15" subwoofer - pure sub that uses the same magnet assembly and suspensions - t