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09 April 2025

UK - When the Tony Award-nominated musical A Night with Janis Joplin made its UK premiere at London’s Peacock Theatre, audiences were not only swept away by Joplin’s music but also by an immersive audio experience courtesy of KV2 Audio’s state-of-the-art sound system.

The production, which celebrates the life and music of the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, utilised KV2’s ESR215, EX1.8 subwoofers, and ESD5 loudspeakers to deliver sound quality that captured every nuance of Joplin’s performances.

Sound designer Poti Martin shares how he became involved: “I’ve worked with the producer on many projects before. When they called me for this, I knew it would be something special.”

The brief was as ambitious as the subject matter – to recreate the raw energy of a Janis Joplin concert while narrating her life story. “It’s m

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08 April 2025

International - The latest issue of LSi is out now, and can be read online for free here.

Inside our new April issue, Cat Strom catches up with the crew behind Kylie’s Tension tour at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena, finding a screen-heavy production that blends nostalgia with modern flair.

Also this month, Rob Halliday explores the new Sadler’s Wells East dance theatre in Stratford. Plus, Phil Ward visits London jazz club Ronnie Scott’s to hear its new sound system; Rachel Terzian charts the evolution of Slovakia’s SRS Group; and Claire Beeson meets the visionaries behind Clean Bandit’s recent London Palladium show.

We also explore the new sound and lighting

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08 April 2025

Finland - Helsinki Music Centre, home to Finland's two most prestigious orchestras, has completed a significant technical renovation featuring an L-Acoustics L Series loudspeaker system as its centrepiece. The audio upgrade, part of a larger renovation that included lighting systems and new mixing consoles, provides superior coverage and clarity in the venue's challenging acoustic environment while elegantly overcoming previous architectural and sight line constraints.

The 1,700-seat concert hall, which hosts approximately 1,500 events annually across its various spaces, presents challenges for amplified performances. Hosting international artists, television productions, and radio broadcasts in addition to classical music, the hall requires a solution that could deliver clear, controlled sound throughout its unusual 360-degree seating configuration.

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08 April 2025

Brazil - What began in 1991 as a farewell tour for the band Jane’s Addiction, Lollapalooza quickly transformed into one of the most influential music festivals in the world. Anchored in Chicago, where it remains a defining summer event, Lollapalooza has expanded across four continents, bringing diverse line-ups and unforgettable experiences to audiences in Argentina, Brazil, Germany, France, Sweden, Israel, and India. Its South American journey began in 2011, further cementing its status as a global music powerhouse.

The 2025 Brazilian edition, held from 28-30 March in São Paulo, once again proved why it’s one of South America’s premier music festivals. Headlined by Olivia Rodrigo, Rüfüs Du Sol, Shawn Mendes, Alanis Morissette, Justin Timberlake, and Tool, Lollapalooza Brasil delivered an electrifying weekend of music acro

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08 April 2025

UK - Located in the vibrancy of London’s East End, Bloodline Gym is one of the UK's top Muay-Thai & Kickboxing centres. To achieve the high-energy atmosphere that is central to the club’s workout routines, gym owner Paul Marut opted for an Optimal Audio ecosystem to be its beating heart.

The easy-to-use, quality commercial audio system, which is controlled via Optimal Audio’s WebApp, was installed by integrator Essex Sound and Light. The company MD, Mike Glover, said: “The installation was so simple. The products are so easy to set up and configure and the complete project, from first fix to end result, took us just four days.”

The recently opened venue is the result of the gym’s 20-year history and solid reputation in the area. Bloodline started out in a small and now outgrown space in Clapton. Marut’s career as doorman in city clu

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08 April 2025

Italy - There are certain architectural and historic structures that present particularly demanding challenges when it comes to installing and optimising sound systems.

This complexity is particularly redolent of churches and other places of worship: avoiding annoying acoustic reverberations, preventing incorrect propagation of sounds, and ensuring maximum intelligibility of music and speech (while still respecting precise architectural constraints) are of paramount importance, especially when dealing with treasured historical buildings.

This challenge was recently faced head on by the Piacenza-based IT and system integration company Inside Srl, for the Church of Sant’Erasmo in Castel Goffredo, situated in the province of Mantua.

The Church’s parish priest, Don Giuseppe Bergamaschi, explained: “The idea of ​​upgrading the sound syst

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07 April 2025

Europe - The event industry is in a state of constant change. Sustainable concepts, immersive experiences and smart, flexible systems are becoming increasingly important and are shaping the development of modern event and entertainment formats. At the 30th anniversary of Prolight + Sound this week, more than 500 exhibitors and brands from 32 countries will present their latest solutions and provide fresh impetus for the future of the industry.

Visitors can expect a four-day trade fair experience with extensive educational and networking opportunities, product innovations, and new and expanded event highlights.

With the themes ProGreen, FutureScapes and MultiTech, Prolight + Sound 2025 is drawing attention to sustainable event solutions, immersive and AI-supported technologies, and flexible, networked concepts for event form

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07 April 2025

USA - LEA Professional has announced a new partnership with GPA, a global network of leading AV and technology service providers.

GPA brings together over 4,000 AV professionals from more than 50 countries, providing standardized, scalable, and consistent technology solutions for global organisations. Through this partnership, GPA’s integrators will have access to LEA Professional’s award-winning Network Connect series of amplifiers and the companion Dante Connect series, which feature Dante and AES67 connectivity. These series enable integrators to utilise cloud-based remote control, monitoring, notifications, and more from any internet-enabled device, allowing them to stay connected from anywhere in the world.

“LEA’s proven expertise in networked audio systems, their commitment to cloud-based innovation, proven customer service record, and

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07 April 2025

Paraguay - Ueno Bank has become the first institution in Paraguay to adopt Powersoft’s Unica fixed-installation amplifier platform, following a major audio system upgrade at its headquarters in the national capital Asunción.

One of the largest financial providers in Paraguay, Ueno has a national network of more than 70 banks, each of which have also been equipped with Powersoft technology in the form of its half-size Mezzo install amplifiers by local system integrator DCI.

Both projects were designed and implemented by Asunción-based DCI (Diseño, Control e Integracion) in collaboration with Powersoft’s Paraguayan distributor, Aulux. Both companies are led by Andrei Popow and Martin Martinez, whose team built on Popow’s longstanding business relationship with Ueno Bank to provide both its headquarters and regional branches with high-quality,

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07 April 2025

USA - After a seven-year hiatus, two-time Grammy Award winners Linkin Park are back on the road. Their 50-plus-show From Zero World Tour takes them from Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros on 31 January through 15 November in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and pretty much everywhere in between to stadiums and arenas globally.

“Getting back out on the road has been incredible,” band co-founder Mike Shinoda said in a statement about the trek promoting the group’s new set. “The fans’ support is overwhelming, and we’re ready to take this energy even further around the world.”

Some of the world got a taste of what’s to come when the band did a whirlwind mini tour late last year to key regions the band would do multiple shows in, including Europe and Asia, which also served to introduce new band members co-vocalist Emily Armstrong and drumm

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07 April 2025

Europe - Sennheiser has launched a new, compact stereo shotgun microphone, the MKH 8018 for broadcasting and filming applications. The mic completes the company’s MKH 8000 range of RF condenser microphones.

Providing flexibility to the audio engineer, the compact and lightweight MKH 8018 features three switchable stereo modes: MS stereo, wide XY stereo and narrow XY stereo. The MS mode allows the engineer to adjust the spatial imaging steplessly on the mixing desk, while the XY modes are premixed in the MKH 8018, with settings fine-tuned in many tests. The microphone will be on display at NAB, at the Sennheiser Group’s booth N1428.

“The MKH 8018 is a high-class shotgun model that rounds off our MKH portfolio at the top end,” says Kai Lange, senior product manager for the MKH series. “It has extremely low self-noise and truly excellent sound

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07 April 2025

Europe - TMB has announced the addition of Nick Berenok to the TMB customer development team for the European, Middle Eastern, and African (EMEA) region.

Based in Nice, France, Berenok brings over 20 years of experience in entertainment technology, international sales, and software development. He has held key roles at Ayrton and Light Converse, where he successfully combined technical expertise with strategic business development across global markets. Fluent in English, Ukrainian, and Russian, and conversational in French, Berenok is known for building strong relationships across global markets. His appointment marks a strategic expansion of TMB’s reach and commitment to delivering trusted support and innovative solutions throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

“I'm really excited to be joining TMB. TMB has been the backbone of Rock &am

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04 April 2025

Turkey - The Adam Hall Group is further expanding its international distribution network. Istanbul-based Prosistem Elektronik is now the new distribution partner for the LD Systems, Gravity, Palmer, and Defender brands in Turkey.

Over the past 25 years, Prosistem Elektronik, which was founded in 2000, has developed into one of the leading distribution companies for professional audio, lighting, and video technology in Turkey. Aside from its large dealer network, Prosistem Elektronik – in close cooperation with its dealers – attaches great importance to providing first-class service to offer customers and users crucial added value and to further consolidate its position as a leading distributor on the Turkish market.

“We are delighted to represent another key player on the international event technology market with the Adam Hall Group,” commen

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04 April 2025

Asia-Pacific - Fulcrum Acoustic has announced a new international distribution partnership with Universal Procurement Systems (UPS). With an expanding presence in professional audio, UPS will distribute Fulcrum Acoustic products across Bangladesh, Cambodia, Fiji, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Samoa, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam.

UPS has a proven history of developing professional AV brands throughout the Asia-Pacific region. By representing complementary product lines and leveraging deep industry expertise, UPS will help strengthen Fulcrum Acoustic’s footprint across the area.

“We see tremendous potential for professional audio solutions in this part of the world,” said Val Gilbert, director of international sales at Fulcrum Acoustic. “As we gain traction, having the right partner is crucial. UPS aligns with o

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04 April 2025

France - L-Acoustics has announced a strategic collaboration with AFMG, developers of EASE 5 (Enhanced Acoustic Simulator for Engineers). The partnership creates a seamless workflow between L-Acoustics Soundvision, a 3D acoustic modelling software and AFMG's EASE, a brand-agnostic industry standard for acoustic simulation.

The new integration allows sound designers and acoustic consultants to transfer their L-Acoustics system designs created in Soundvision directly into EASE 5, providing workflow efficiency while maintaining acoustic accuracy across both platforms.

"Designing with L-Acoustics products in EASE 5 has never been this easy," said Ryan John, director of product management, software at L-Acoustics. "This collaboration with AFMG represents our ongoing commitment to providing audio professionals with tools that enhance their workflow efficie

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04 April 2025

UK - Charli XCX’s Brat album was one of the sounds of 2024. She has been making music for well over a decade, but this year has seen a massive explosion in her popularity. The album dominated the charts, dictating the colour and the vibe of the year.

The Brat Tour started in July 2024 and continues throughout 2025 with dates all over the world. Charli commands the stage, with only occasional guests and minimal set pieces, so all eyes are on her for the entire performance. To ensure complete reliability and crystal-clear sound throughout the tour, front-of-house engineer Mat Collis and Barry Tymms, monitor engineer have chosen to rely on the DiGiCo SD12-96 at the monitor position and Quantum 338 at FOH, both supplied by Eighth Day Sound.

“The Quantum 338’s ease of use and bright screens are a welcome upgrade and perfect over the summer

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03 April 2025

South Africa - DWR Distribution has announced its appointment as the official distributor for Sound Devices in South Africa.

Sound Devices, based in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, has provided innovative audio solutions used on movies, TV shows and documentaries like Dune: Part Two, Wicked, and Squid Game with local backup and support. With over 20 years of experience in manufacturing, their equipment is renowned for its rugged durability and audio performance.

Kiah Hassall, sales manager at Sound Devices comments: “We care about audio and want to help the customer understand the pitfalls and magic of everything RF-related. We have made an RF visual to save you lots of time and rack mount space and give you peace of mind that you are in safe hands. Our Astral wireless series has receivers and transmitters to suit

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03 April 2025

Georgia - Genelec has further strengthened its global distribution network with the appointment of Geovoice to handle the distribution of its professional audio monitoring, installed sound and home audio ranges in Georgia.

Founded in 2004 and based in Tbilisi, Geovoice is a leading professional audio distributor in the Caucasus region, with a partner-based approach built around trust and collaboration. Having developed a strong network of local relationships supported by an experienced, highly qualified team, Geovoice provides levels of service tailored to the different needs of the local market.

“The Genelec brand has become synonymous with innovation and excellence in professional audio and installed sound,” comments Lasha Matitaishvili, CEO of Geovoice. “Genelec's extensive range of solutions presents a significant opportunity for growth, no

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03 April 2025

Germany - Neumann & Müller has completed the move to its new base in Munich at Frankenthaler Strasse 20, relocating from Taufkirchen.

The new site not only boasts better infrastructure but also a much more central location with good access to public transport, with both tram and train stations situated within walking distance. This makes the offices equally easy to reach for employees and clients alike while also further improving networking opportunities for N&M within Munich. Employees will also profit from the modern and inspiring working environment.

A first highlight at the start of the spring meeting of the shareholders was the inauguration of the new location on the evening before. Held twice a year, the objective of the shareholders' meeting is to discuss key strategic issues, compare notes and benefit from fresh inspiration coming o

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03 April 2025

Malaysia - Set within 13 acres of tranquil gardens, the National Mosque of Malaysia (Masjid Negara) Kuala Lumpur is an oasis of calm in the centre of the bustling capital city. With a 240ft minaret, a 16-point star on its roof, and space for up to 15,000 worshippers at any one time, the mosque is one of the best-known in Malaysia.

Since its construction in 1965, the mosque has seen several upgrades to its PA system, in both the indoor and outdoor prayer spaces, but has continued to struggle with poor intelligibility, inadequate coverage and a system that was difficult for mosque operators to manage. It wasn’t until the fourth and most recent refit using steerable loudspeakers from Renkus-Heinz and the brand’s innovative OmniBeam technology that the sound issues were fully resolved.

Leading the project was specialist AV integration and acoustic co

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02 April 2025

Europe - Ecler has announced a partnership with Sennheiser, to deliver ‘an exceptional conferencing experience’ combining the latest Ecler VEO-SWC45 presentation switcher with Sennheiser's TeamConnect (TC) Bar Solutions.

The VEO-SWC45 is a versatile 4K presentation switcher designed for modern meeting spaces. It offers easy connectivity and intuitive control, featuring dual HDMI outputs, wireless content sharing, Web GUI for quick or advanced configurations and integrated USB for simple connection to video conferencing systems. Other features include: priority transmitter, video mute and screensaver, configurable Aux buttons and User Mode.

Sennheiser's TC Bars are intelligent videobar collaboration devices with a 4K camera, clear audio and advanced speech intelligibility. Available in two models – the TC Bar S and TC Bar M – they accommodate

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02 April 2025

UK - Stage Sound Services (SSS) is a sound, video and projection rental company based in Cardiff, offering solutions to the theatre and live events industries. Huw Semmens explains how DirectOut products such as Prodigy.MP and .MX, as well as Exbox and many more, sit in the SSS inventory and provide the kind of bespoke solutions that SSS has built its name upon.

“We've been using DirectOut Technologies' kit since 2013 when we bought the original Andiamo MADI Analogue converter,” he says. “Following that initial investment, whenever we had a specific task that required a hardware solution, we found that DirectOut already had a suitable product in their line-up. We now have just under 100 DirectOut assets in our inventory.”

If a designer requests equipment that is not in the company’s regular rotation, it is down to Semmens and his team to en

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02 April 2025

USA - As the future of media production brings broadcast and AV technologies closer together, Audinate Group is set to demonstrate how the Dante platform is advancing audio and video with broadcast-grade standards and performance, ensuring seamless product interoperability and control.

At NAB 2025, Audinate aims to embrace the growing accessibility of broadcast technology and its seamless integration with AV markets, recognising the growing importance of video production in sectors such as corporate, higher education, and houses of worship.

Visitors who drop by the Audinate booth N127 can explore the latest advancements empowering broadcasters to embrace the future of IP-based production, cloud workflows, and remote events. The Dante platform integrates best-in-class audio, video, control, and management features, delivering seamless interoperability

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01 April 2025

Germany - The Friedrichstadt-Palast is one of those institutions that give Berlin the glamour and glitz of a cosmopolitan city. It has done so for over 100 years. The Großes Schauspielhaus opened in 1919 and was renamed Friedrichstadt-Palast in 1947. When the building had to be closed in 1980 because the foundation pillars had sunk, it was decided in the same year to build a new, no less magnificent theatre.

Completed in 1984, the new Friedrichstadt-Palast was one of the last prestige buildings of the former GDR. Big Saturday night TV shows were also recorded here, and numerous artists from the West also performed.

Today, the Friedrichstadt-Palast is (once again) a revue theatre with spectacular shows. The Grand Shows of the last 10 years have attracted over 700,000 visitors each.

A Grand Show season runs for a period of tw