USA - Audinate has announced an update to Dante Controller, the free tool used to configure and manage Dante audio networks.

Dante Controller 3.10 brings new features for end-users, allowing them to better manage larger networks with more high channel-count devices while enabling Dante Controller to take full advantage of upcoming firmware changes.

The new Dante Controller 3.10 software allows users to manage Dante networks from laptops connected via Wi-Fi. By simply connecting a wireless access point to a Dante network, adjustments can be made from any location in a facility, unencumbered by cables.

The new Advanced Filter in Dante Controller 3.10 can be used to refine the range of devices displayed, allowing users to easily narrow and refine views when managing large Dante networks. Filter parameters include device and channel names, sample rate, latency setting and

UK - 7thSense has expanded its media server portfolio with the addition of the Nano-SDI Media Server from the Delta Media Server range. The product, an entry-level media server, is a highly affordable way of introducing uncompressed media playback into workflow for fixed installations, says the company.

John Harding, senior electronics engineer at 7thSense explains, "Users of Nano-SDI will benefit from incredibly easy content management and seamless playlist operation. We developed this as a solution primarily for theme parks, museums, science centres and attractions - venues with a lot of content, a lot of displays, and a need to quickly and easily deliver media without compromise on quality. Already, we're seeing significant interest from those who had previously used media format-specific HD playback servers that are no longer available."

A key feature-set of the new Na

USA - In response to high market demand for built-in signal attenuation, API has announced the new 512v Microphone Preamp. Incorporating every feature of the 512c, including API's proprietary transformers and 2520 op amp, the new 512v also includes a variable output level control designed to meet the needs of audio professionals using DAW's or other input level-sensitive devices in their workflow.

The 512v offers 65 dB of gain as a mic preamp, 45 dB of gain as a line/instrument preamp, and a 20 dB pad switch that can be applied to the incoming signal (whether mic, line or instrument). The 512v also features a 3:1 output transformer tap switch that produces a lower output level, allowing the user the option of driving the transformer harder to achieve higher levels of saturation.

Also included are front and back panel mic input access, front panel combo-style XLR + 1/4 inch

USA - ETC's Eos family toolkit now includes even more hands-on control for fast programming on the fly. The new Eos Motorized Fader Wings function as modular add-ons to Eos consoles or systems, allowing users to build the appropriate control desk for any live show.

The Eos Motorized Fader Wings will be released in conjunction with the Eos v2.4 software, which is geared toward the needs of programmers working in broadcast, music and live-event markets, and other complex gigs. The upcoming software update - scheduled for later this summer - expands the types of content that can be placed on playbacks and the types of controls and mapping that can be associated with them.

The Motorized Fader Wings are designed to optimise these new features, including size and rate overrides, faders that can preset to 50 percent for effect rate, and displays large enough to show the customise

UK - DiGiCo's Stealth Core 2 is a major upgrade to the Stealth Digital Processing for its SD series digital mixers. Delivering significantly enhanced processing from the audio core of DiGiCo SD series consoles, it takes the range to a new level in terms of both processing channels and functionality.

Available as an upgrade option for existing users and shipping as standard on new consoles, Stealth Core 2 has been updated from the ground up, with the application code upgraded to deliver significantly enhanced facilities. This will future-proof SD series consoles and "continue to keep DiGiCo users one step ahead of the rest".

Stealth Core 2 delivers many benefits, including: An updated user experience, including a brand new graphic interface on console screens; Upgraded FPGA power delivering enhanced processing. And Full Dynamic EQ, DiGiTuBes and MB Dynamics on every channel

UK - British laser and special effects company AC Lasers has upgraded its line of smoke and haze machines to feature integrated W-DMX control.

Nano-RX modules have been installed into Look Solutions Viper 2.6 smoke machines and Pea Soup Phantom hazers to provide full wireless control of the output and variable blower control.

Andy Thompson, of AC Lasers notes: "It is important to have full, balanced coverage of haze in arenas or outdoor festival stages for lasers to look their best, and W-DMX

Europe - The successful range of HK Audio's Premium PR:O PA enclosures now features five new active full range cabinets - Premium PR:O D - all featuring advanced DSP technology.

The new active cabinets include all the features of this best-selling range, such as German build quality, resonance resistance, roadworthy wood enclosures, timeless design and exceptional live music reproduction - as well as digital technology and intuitive plug and play operation.

The new cabinets benefit from all-new, DSP-powered preamps and the latest generation of class D power amps. However, technological advances and improvements in HK Audio's German manufacturing processes mean they are much more affordable than their predecessors - "opening up the new generation of Premium PR:O D to a huge global audience of music makers". HK Audio is distributed in the UK and ROI by JHS & Co.

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Europe - Ayrton has launched DreamSpot-18k, billed as the world's first laser-source automated profile.

Fitted with an Osram Laser Phaser P6000 phosphor conversion module, DreamSpot-18K is capable of both beam and spot projection and offers an 18,000 lumen output, in a uniform beam with no hot spots, plus continuous pan and tilt capability.

DreamSpot-18K's zoom is composed of a 13-element optical system that provides a range of 2° to 34° in Beam mode and 6° to 54° in Spot mode. The monochrome laser emitter is colour calibrated at 5,600°K, negating the need for relamping due to colour variations.

DreamSpot-18K offers a CMY subtractive colour mixing system and a wheel of 13 standard colours that include four levels of CTO correction. It is capable of producing an almost infinite palette of pastel and saturated colours, says the company.

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UK - At this year's PLASA Show, igus will be demonstrating its innovative bearings, linear slides and cable management systems for the live entertainment technology industry. Returning to the heart of West London at Olympia the show, which runs from 18-20 September, is a significant date in the calendar for professionals working with pro audio, lighting, broadcast, AV, rigging and stage technologies.

On the igus stand (Stand C20) there will be two main demonstrations; the first is the drylin W curved rail system. These rails offer an innovative way of mounting sound and lighting rigs, or displays and control panels - anything that needs to be adjusted regularly. As the aluminium rails can be modified by precision bending, the profile of the curve can be tailored to customer requirements. The use of spherical tribopolymer bearings enables the guide rail system to be self-adjust

Germany - In their high-quality Epilogue series Sommer Cable has integrated both audiophile and technical qualities. The outcome is a reference cable for uptown tastes. The Baden-Wurttemberg specialist for professional cable and connection technology recommends the Epilogue series for linking pre and power amplifiers, CD and SACD players, turntables and also for professional studio technology.

"The cables of the Epilogue series excel by a neutral, pure and at the same time spatial sound image which is due to a highly sophisticated workmanship and up-market wiring. And all that with a convincing price-performance ratio," explains Pascal Miguet, product & sales manager at Sommer Cable.

Technically the Epilogue series relies on a quad-wire design with crossover capability. A tight copper braid with semiconductor provides 100 % shielding against interferences. Together with th

USA - Chauvet Professional introduced its Maverick series at Prolight + Sound this year. The new series features three power-packed tour ready moving fixtures: the MK2 Wash, MK1 Hybrid and MK2 Spot. These fixtures offer a host of performance features including the integration of a W-DMX receiver card in every Maverick unit fitted as standard out of the factory.

"We set out to make a statement with Maverick," said Albert Chauvet, CEO of Chauvet, "Including W-DMX underscores our commitment to putting our customers first, because of its convenience, reliability, and speed of setup. We have had great success with W-DMX in our fixtures since we launched our original WELL fixtures in 2011. Since then, Wireless Solution has been the exclusive wireless DMX provider for Chauvet Professional."

Niclas Arvidsson, CEO of Wireless Solution also expressed enthusiasm for the OEM relations

USA - Following up on the success of its STRIKE 4 multi format warm white fixture, CHAUVET Professional has introduced the STRIKE 1, a versatile single pod light that serves as a blinder, strobe, wash and flood.

The newest member of the STRIKE series, this fixture is more than a scaled-down version of its forbearer, says the company. With a 230W warm white LED source (each of the four pods in the STRIKE 4 is 100W), the STRIKE 1 has a blisteringly bright and intense output. An outdoor-rated fixture, it is ready to add eye-popping looks to festival stages and open-air events, as well as to arena and music hall concerts.

Another key feature of the STRIKE 1 is its emulated red shift, which warms the colour temperature of the light as it dims to replicate the look of an incandescent fixture. The fixture's 16-bit dimming control also enhances its performance by allowing perfectl

Europe - From 1 July - 30 September, MILOS will be focusing on its range of Mobiltechlifts and offering a free transportation wheel kit with every Mobiltechlift purchase.

During its three-month promotion, MILOS will be releasing a product range video and expert instructional video by Marc Hendriks that will be available on the Milos website.

Mobiltechlift features include: Tested in accordance with draft of DIN 56950-3; Integrated wheels with brakes; Easy setup with a round spirit level; Rubber feet on the outriggers to protect sensitive floors; Practical design for ease handling; TUV Baumuster-approved and constructed to the design criteria of BGV-C1 and BGG/GUV-G 912.

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UK - FBT UK has announced the launch of the JTS TC-22 replacement condenser capsule for professional wireless mic systems, offering "an unbeatable combination of sound quality and price".

Available in two models (one to fit JTS and Shure wireless systems, one to fit Sennheiser systems) the TC-22 offers a wide dynamic range and very low touch noise, making it suitable for stage applications where the highest quality reproduction is required, says the company. Delivering a condenser microphone's characteristic crystal clear mid and high response, it is a notable improvement over dynamic equivalents.

The TC-22 offers a frequency response of 50-18,000Hz and a sensitivity of -68

UK - Isolate by Flare Audio is a new, patent-pending ear protector, a solution for any music and events professional who works in loud sound environments. The ear protectors rival traditional foam or flanged ear plugs and are also ideal for home and other commercial uses, says the company.

Launching through crowd-funding site Kickstarter, worldwide call for the product has been proved with the campaign achieving its £25,000 target within 44 hours. Isolate is currently rated number one in the UK and number eight in the world on Kickstarter's project popularity list. The campaign runs until 15 August 2016.

Projected to achieve 1240% of its funding goal at time of press, Isolate's technology will now be available worldwide, with KS backers being able to secure pairs ahead of general release at an introductory price.

Traditional earplugs rely on absorption to attenua

USA - City Theatrical has announced the launch of a new RGBI QolorFlex LED tape developed for professional lighting designers who often need deeper blue accents, backgrounds, and shadings in set lighting. City Theatrical's RGBI LED tape alternates a 5050 RGB chip with a 450nm indigo chip, giving extra powerful, deep blue output.

The QolorFlex RGBI strip gives designers the blue that is typically found in an RGB or RGBX (RGB + Amber, RGB +White, etc.) strip, plus an additional even brighter and deeper indigo circuit.

Standard RGB LED chips contain one emitter each of red, green, and blue. In QolorFlex RGBI LED tape, the indigo chip contains three indigo emitters for extra powerful, bright, deep indigo output.

City Theatrical's RGBI QolorFlex LED tape was created for Tony Award winning lighting designer Ken Posner's upcoming Broadway show War Paint, which utilizes

UK - If you own an sE Reflexion Filter Pro, you can now purchase a hardware upgrade to simplify its ease of use, increase stability, and provide better overall performance and durability.

In 2006, sE Electronics released the original Reflexion Filter Pro and created a whole new market of portable acoustic treatment devices. Ten years and six different sE Reflexion Filter products later, the company has sold over 120,000 units worldwide. In May of this year, sE introduced a special 10th Anniversary Reflexion Filter Pro, limited to 1000 pieces worldwide. This commemorative RF Pro included completely redesigned mounting hardware, which has now been made commercially available due to popular demand.

The new Reflexion Filter Pro Mounting Bracket Upgrade Kit is now available for purchase through authorized sE distributors worldwide. Customers who have purchased a Reflexion Filte

USA - Kinesys automation customers have a new choice in chain hoists for their systems. After successful testing of several models, Total Structures is has announced that Pointman Electric Chain Hoists have been approved for use with the Elevation drive system.

Currently hoists are available in

USA - Elation Professional has announced the launch of the new Fuze Series of dynamic LED wash luminaires. Using single-lens RGBW COB LEDs for an extremely homogenized field of light and offering a wide palette of colours, Fuze Series lights are lighting solutions for "anywhere a wash of high-quality coloured light is required".

Available in moving head and IP65-rated PAR versions, single source RGBW colour mixing gives fully premixed colour looks and an extremely flat field of light. All Fuze Series fixtures offer useful design features including a wide zoom angle range for more precise beam control, full 100% electronic dimming, variable dimming curves and high-speed strobe. The Fuze PAR's feature an optional gel frame / barn door / snoot holder as well.

The IP65-rated Fuze PAR Z60 IP is a single source PAR luminaire featuring a 60W quad colour RGBW COB LED and 7° to

USA - With the introduction of the Ovation E-260WW, users no longer have to sacrifice brightness to enjoy the efficiency offered by LED technology. The new Ovation fixture has an output that exceeds that of an HPL 750W ellipsoidal, says Chauvet. Matching its brightness with efficiency, the new Ovation fixture also has a 50,000-hour LED source life to lower maintenance costs.

"The Ovation E-260WW represents a giant step forward in LED ellipsoidals," said Albert Chauvet, CEO of Chauvet. "It is brighter than any other LED ellipsoidal, greater than the output of the best 750W ellipsoidals. This makes it ideally suited to serve as a bright key light in theatrical applications, but it still offers all of the efficiency you expect from an LED fixture."

Aside from finding a ready market in theatres, the Ovation E-260WW will also be right at home in broadcast applications, because

Europe - Shure has announced that Microflex Advance Ceiling (MXA910) and Table (MXA310) Array microphones are now shipping. This portfolio of premium networked ceiling and table array microphones, audio interfaces, and control software for enhanced A/V conferencing integrate seamlessly into premium meeting space aesthetics, says the company.

With the ability to flush-mount the MXA910 alongside standard ceiling tiles, and the innovative new-to-the-world "toroid" polar pattern in the MXA310, these microphones offer a dynamic package of technologies to ensure a best-in-class audio experience. Microflex Advance also presents an enhanced evolution of the Company's industry-leading IntelliMix Digital Signal Processing Suite, including Steerable Coverage technology, enabling incredibly accurate control of audio capture in any location within a meeting space. Lastly, Microflex Advance

Europe - The DICENTIS Wireless Conference System is based on a Bosch Smart Wireless Management Software, which ensures interference-free and highly flexible wireless conferencing using standard Wi-Fi technology. This technology frees users from having to search for the best Wi-Fi channel by automatically switching to the strongest channel without interruption.

The newly released software version V1.3 offers rental companies or council technicians more comfort and peace of mind when configuring the DICENTIS Wireless Conference System. The system is even more stable and more robust, leading to less acoustic artefacts and improved channel switching.

It is now possible to assign and configure wireless access points (WAP) as primary or redundant, for improved meeting continuity. In case of an unforeseen infrastructural problem such as a power shortage, the redundant WAP will au

Canada - After more than a year and a half of extensive beta testing BlackTrax has released realtime motion tracking system version 2.0. BlackTrax 2.0 has the largest number of new features, GUI and workflow to date.

Marty Cochrane, BlackTrax product manager, explained, "A lot of these improvements were developed from customer suggestions, requests and general feedback. This includes better system reporting, real-time chapter programming and more control over fixtures during the calibration process."

The new fixture calibration mode improvements on the BlackTrax solution ensure faster calibration. Multi-person calibration enables several people with several different beacons to calibrate their own selection of lights. Color and gobo on the fixtures will automatically be cleared and BlackTrax will have control over zoom/iris. This will allow the user to jump in and start ca

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