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ROE Visual Introduces Topaz – The All-Purpose Live Events LED Video Panel

ROE Visual unveils its latest innovation, the Topaz Series, a groundbreaking addition to its LED panel lineup. The Topaz Series goes beyond the ordinary, offering unprecedented flexibility in rental inventories and empowering designers to unleash their creativity like never before. Topaz combines trusted ROE Visual quality with a cost-effective solution, making it the ideal choice for AV rental companies and event organizers seeking a creative, flexible, reliable LED solution that allows a superior return on investment.Read More »ROE Visual Introduces Topaz – The All-Purpose Live Events LED Video Panel

Vari-Lite Neo X5 Console Now Shipping

Vari-Lite, the Signify entertainment lighting brand, announced that the Neo X5 console is now shipping, making the entire line of consoles from Vari-Lite available to purchase. The Vari-Lite Neo X Series is a family of high-performance lighting consoles designed for mixed-use applications such as performing arts centers; stadiums and arenas; houses of worship; studios; schools; touring rental; and more. The Neo X Series includes the 15-fader Neo X15 and the newly shipping Neo X5.Read More »Vari-Lite Neo X5 Console Now Shipping

Blackmagic Design Announces New Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K G2

Blackmagic Design announces the Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K G2, a next generation model of the popular Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K. The new model retains an incredibly compact design of the original model, but now upgraded with a 4K digital film sensor with 13 stops of dynamic range and dual native ISO up to 25,600 for incredible low light performance. In addition, Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K G2 adds 12G-SDI for operation up to 2160p60, and a new USB-C expansion port for recording Blackmagic RAW to external disks as well as network control via Ethernet adapters. Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K G2 will be available in October from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide for US$995.Read More »Blackmagic Design Announces New Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K G2

MEGA-LITE Chooses Secure Streaming ACN Lighting Protocol from Pathway Connectivity to Elevate Control Product Security

Pathway Connectivity Solutions, a leader in developing DMX distribution and networking products, announced its collaboration with MEGA-LITE, a manufacturer of LED lighting, lighting controls, and software, to elevate control product security. MEGA Control Systems, a division of MEGA-LITE, has integrated the new Pathway Secure Streaming ACN (Pathway ssACN) lighting protocol into their comprehensive control product portfolio. This will include Lumen8, Enlighten Software, and the Mega Console platform. This integration fortifies security and aligns with the stringent requirements of California’s Title 1.81.26 of the California Civil Code.Read More »MEGA-LITE Chooses Secure Streaming ACN Lighting Protocol from Pathway Connectivity to Elevate Control Product Security

Vectorworks, Inc. Releases New 2024 Product Line

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. announces the availability of Vectorworks 2024, featuring comprehensive solutions and quality improvements that automate processes and empower designers to unleash their limitless creativity. The 2024 release includes Vectorworks Architect, Landmark, Spotlight, Design Suite, Fundamentals, ConnectCAD, Braceworks and Vision with the English-language editions of these versions available today.Read More »Vectorworks, Inc. Releases New 2024 Product Line

ETC Introduces the High End Systems Hyperstar

ETC introduces the High End Systems Hyperstar, a new companion to the popular Lonestar automated luminaire. A powerful, compact moving light optimized for projection versatility, Hyperstar will help create uniquely beautiful designs for a wide variety of venues. Hyperstar is the same size as Lonestar, and is just as bright, compact, and affordable.Read More »ETC Introduces the High End Systems Hyperstar

Astera PlutoFresnel Wins PLASA Innovation Award

Photo – by Louise Stickland – shows Astera’s Simon Canins (center) collecting a 2023 PLASA award for Innovation. On the left of the shot is Adam Blaxill, chair of PLASA’s governing body, and on the right of the shot is Peter Heath, PLASA managing director.

Wireless LED lighting manufacturer Astera was delighted to win a coveted 2023 PLASA Award for Innovation for its new PlutoFresnel product. The Awards – which recognize and reward next-generation products and those behind them – were announced during the 3-day PLASA London entertainment technology expo staged at the Olympia showgrounds last week. Astera’s award was received by R&D director, Simon Canins.Read More »Astera PlutoFresnel Wins PLASA Innovation Award

Obsidian NETRON IP65 Data Distribution Wins PLASA Award for Innovation

Obsidian Control Systems has fulfilled the need for IP65 rated data distribution products in the entertainment industry and was rewarded for that effort at the recent PLASA tradeshow in London. The NETRON EN6 IP™, one of three devices in Obsidian’s new IP65 range of signal distribution, won a PLASA Award for Innovation September 4 at the 2023 exhibition.Read More »Obsidian NETRON IP65 Data Distribution Wins PLASA Award for Innovation

Brompton Technology LED Processing to Power Sony’s Crystal LED VERONA for Virtual Production

Brompton Technology has announced that its Tessera LED processing solution powers Sony Corporation’s new Crystal LED VERONA. These cutting-edge LED displays are specially developed for virtual production applications, catering to the market’s demand for background LEDs for In-Camera VFX (ICVFX) for drama, cinema, commercial filming, music video and other type of creative productions. Tessera empowers LED displays with its impressive video processing capabilities, coupled with an intuitive GUI and unparalleled operation efficiency.Read More »Brompton Technology LED Processing to Power Sony’s Crystal LED VERONA for Virtual Production