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ProAVL’s Caroline Moss and Sudeep Audio’s Aditya AV solutions by Eyte Sue Gould share their vision Mehta talks about Technologies at T-System and understanding of the global converSAtions as the Experience Center pro sound and AV market. channel completes ten years.

Corporate Feature: NJSM’s 25 years in the Sound Rental business.

NEWS & TECHNOLOGY  AV  Sound & Stage  Audio & Music Production  Lighting  DJ Tech PRODUCT FOCUS Switchers and Matrices

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ASSISTANT MANAGER - AD SALES 10 Priyanka Shukla [email protected] Mob: +91 810 850 4929 Features DTP MANAGER Lalita Tengle Interview - ProAudio [email protected] 10 converSAtions with SudeepAudio: Aditya Mehta shares his journey and vision as his YouTube chan- nel converSAtions completes Ten years in the Industry. Peter Pereira [email protected] Install story 15 Tech Savvy Environment for T-Systems: Eyte Technology Crafts a Tech Savvy Environment for T-sys- tems. WEB DEVELOPER Amol Kanchawade Interview - ProAV Media [email protected] 17 Pursuing the Pro Audio Trail: In conversation with Caroline Moss, Editor, ProAVL and Sue Gould, Sales Director, ProAVL.

DISTRIBUTION Komal Jadhav Product Focus [email protected] 26 A line up of some of the most popular Switchers and Matrices for AV Signal Transmission used in the Industry.

CONTENT PRODUCTION & RESPONSE Corporate Feature – Sound Rental Company OFFICE 28 NJSM celebrates 25 years in the Business of Sound. 530, Laxmi Plaza, 5 th Floor, Laxmi Industrial Estate, Product Sheet New Link Road, 30 Exterity - AvediaStream m9605 Media Player, Novastar-H5 & H9 Series Video Splicing Processor, Andheri (W), ScreenBeam - ScreenBeam Conference, Sharp - 8M-B120C LCD Display, TOA Canada Corpora- Mumbai - 400 053. tion-A-800D Digital Mixer Amplifier,TvONE -CORIOmaster2 Video Processor. T: +91 22 4286 3900 CONTENTS May - June 2021 02 CONTENTS

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05 Audio Visual Adamson Unveils Weatherized loudspeakers; Audio-Technica launches Next-Gen- eration condenser Boundary Microphones; AVer and Barco Establish Technology Partnership to Enable Unified Collaboration; CODA Audio Launches HOPS12i Point Source Loudspeaker; Zoom Certifies Biamp Conference Room Solutions; New ClearOne CONVERGENCE AV Cloud Software Enables Powerful Manage- ment; D&B Acquires UK Integration Firm SFL Group; DPA Microphones Unveils Two New Headset Microphones; Extron Launches Energy Qualified Half-Rack Amplifier; New driver integrated with Genelec Smart IP Loudspeaker; HARMAN Professional Solutions Announced Amar G Subash Vice President and General Caroline Moss, Editor, ProAVL and Manager of Asia Pacific; Biamp Receives US Patent for Magic Cable; HOLOPLOT Sue Gould, Sales Director, ProAVL Launches the X1 Matrix Array for an Ultimate Sound Experience; AVer Launch- es CP10 touch-screen controller for Safe Meetings; Marshall Announces Ceeco Technologies as Distribution Partner for India; Nureva appoints Nvincy Solutions 17 as its distributor in India; Peerless-AV appoints Pro Radio Networks for India; Point Source Audio Debuts LAVALIER SWITCH KIT Ceylon Theatre’s Regal Cinema in Sri Lanka Installs state-of-the-art sound system With HARMAN Professional Solutions; Sonova Acquires Sennheiser Consumer Business; Shure Collaborates With Barco to Improve Wireless Videoconferencing Experience; Blustream US Introduces Five New HDBaseT AV Distribution Solutions for Residential and Commercial Integra- tors; TASCAM Introduces the TM-250U USB Condenser Microphone for Computer Audio Application; Wohler Appoints Makarand Karanjkar as CEO and CTO; New- Tek announces Rohan Tadke as Country Manager for India/SAARC; B-Tech AV Columns Mounts unveils new Slim-line Video Wall Mount, AG Acoustics Revamps Jaypee Institute of Information with Celto Acoustics, Allwave Installs Smart Conferencing 20 An Unequal Music Solution at TATA AIG; The Rise of Indian Hip Hop: Abhimanyu Malhotra talks about how the Indian Hip Hop culture got limelight post-release of the 13 Sound & Stage GullyBoy film.. JBL Commercial Sponsors the Untravel Show Pilots Musical Travel Web Series “Melody Miles”; Equipson Unveils New Range of Professional Loudspeakers; N 35 The Bright Spark lab introduces all new 4 channel professional wireless Microphone, Powersoft International day of light: Viraf Pocha talks about how one Strengthens T Series Amplifier Platform. should look at the brighter side in life as he shares his ideas on international light day. 21 Audio & Music Production FabFilter releases FabFilter Timeless 3 delay plug-in; Focusrite Launches New Commercial Audio Brand – Optimal Audio; L Acoustics Releases L ISA Studio for Spatial Audio Creation; Solid State Logic Expands 500 Series Module Range with New Processing Equipment; Waves Now Shipping the Vocal Production Suite; Fo- cusrite Acquires Sequential.

32 Lighting Astera Extends the AX Range with the New AX2 PixelBar; CHAUVET Professional Releases the New Ovation Rêve E; DMF Lighting Provides CI Channel with Guar- anteed 10-Year Warranty; Elation Blends Modern Technology and Classic Design with the New KL PAR FC; Martin by HARMAN Debuts VDO LED Hybrid Lighting Fix- ture; Prolights Launches the New IP-rated moving beam light - Astra Beam260IP; Robe Launches New T2 Profile Luminaire.

42 DJ Technology Denon Dj Unveils Sc6000 Prime Dj Controller; JBL Signs Martin Garrix as Global Brand Ambassador; Numark Debuts New Series of Party Mix Controllers; CDJ-3000 now officially supports djay PRO AI for Mac, Hercules Presents Limited Edition DJ- Control Inpulse 500 GOLD Controller

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03 May - June 2021 note from Content Anchor Smita Rai 2-in-1 PALM AV-ICN

ith the pandemic looming large, last year, around this same time we were forced to circulate both PT and AV-ICN magazines as eMagazines. We were expect- Wing to resume print circulation a couple of months down the line, when we were assured that dispatch of print copies could be executed without any hic- cups. Unfortunately 2021 frighteningly resembles 2020. Lockdown has been particularly harsh. For Media companies, working from home has its own limitations; additionally working with very limited staff has just added to the woes. We therefore had to take the tough decision of merging both titles – PALM technology and AV-ICN for this issue and for some more issues in the coming months. But that does not mean there is no cause for optimism. We will continue to provide responsible, expeditious and factual company news, product & technology updates, features & interviews and more through the merged title. Stories will include all AV integration not only in pubs/clubs/lounges and studios, but also in domains which include auditoria and stadia and conference rooms and class rooms and control rooms and experience centers across various industry segments. Enrolled in this edition is a decent line up of popular AV switchers and matrices again trending in the global marketplace on pg. 26. We are glad in publishing IT Service & Consultancy sector company T-Systems’ AV integration story. Abdul Waheed, a seasoned war-horse who has conquered many such installations around the country, along with his team at Eyte Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has designed bespoke solutions for the Customer experience centre at T-Systems’ Pune facility. More on pg. 15. I was particularly excited to interview Caroline Moss and Sue Gould of ProAVL magazine who from their decades of engagement and interaction with the global pro audiovisual industry have shared deep insight and understanding of the global market. For the full read, head to pg. 17. It was a milestone year for NJSM and Sudeep Audio’s converSAtions Channel as they completed 25 years and 10 years respectively in the pro audio industry. Nixon Johnny who has grown NJSM into one of India’s leading Sound Rental companies and now leads as one of the first rental companies in India to expand into the virtual events realm and with great success, shares the NJSM story on pg. 28. Aditya Mehta who has ensured Sudeep Audio’s growth in the last decade, talks about his very popular converSAtions channel, which he started in 2011 to share the journey of Indian studio Sound Engineers and Music industry professionals. Story on pg. 10. While on the subject of Sound Engineers, this year IRAA attracts attention. Recording engineers from Bollywood and Indie mu- sic production are keen for recognition and honour from IRAA. Vijay Benegal, Award Director, IRAA has gone the green mile to deliver defining categories in the Indie music segment. More on www.iraa.in. Stay tuned in for the virtual event coming soon! Cheers! Smita Rai – Content Anchor

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HOLOPLOT Launches the X1 Matrix Array for an Ultimate Sound Experience

HOLOPLOT, has announced the control to the demanding applications grade performance at high sound will improve further after installation launch of its X1 product line, includ- in terms of audio quality and sound pressure levels. But X1 is more than just and during lifetime. ing the X1 Modul 96, a full-range pressure level such as performing arts a speaker, it is a complete smart system The X1 modules are building matrix loudspeaker with 96 drivers, venues, arenas, immersive spaces and based on highly advanced software, blocks that can be flexibly com- and the X1 Modul 80-S, a full-range conference or event halls. Whether combined with IoT capabilities and bined in matrix arrays of different loudspeaker with 80 drivers and an it’s music across the whole audience Cloud connectivity functions. The configuration and scale - meeting integrated subwoofer. X1 is spe- area from front to back, multiple highly HOLOPLOT X1 is believed to be a game- the specific needs of an application cifically built for high-performance intelligible multi-language applications, targeting large confer- contents in conferences, or a ences, concerts, venues, theme fully immersive Theme Park parks, immersive installations and installation with personal- much more. ized sound spots, HOLOPLOT The proprietary 3D Audio-Beam fulfills its guiding principle: forming technology, HOLOPLOT “To make every seat the products are able to control sound best seat.” No longer is similar to light, precisely shap- outstanding audio quality ing and steering acoustic beams reserved for only a part of the to easily create sound fields that audience - now everyone in optimally cover audience areas of the audience will receive an any shape and size. Furthermore, a unparalleled, engaging, and single HOLOPLOT Matrix Array is said memorable sound experi- to generate multiple sound fields ence. simultaneously – each with its own Conference attendees can content, equalization, level, shape, now hear a presentation in and position. their respective languages HOLOPLOT’s Wave Field Synthesis based on their position in the technology enables sound designers room, music venues can de- to recreate audio objects authenti- liver consistent audio quality cally, as if the original object would to all parts of the audience, stand in front of the listener. The while perfectly mapped sound object is no longer bound to sound allows theme park visi- the position of the loudspeaker, but tors to immerse themselves X1 with Advance Software & IoT capability comes alive, moving through the in an incredibly tangible and 3-Dimensional space, delivering an personal adventure with their incredibly tangible experience. This favorite character. changer in terms of audio experience and project. The X1 Matrix is said technology represents an entirely The modules (loudspeakers) have as it is one in terms of system planning, to target the demanding segments new way of engaging with the me- up to 96 individually amplified drivers operation and maintenance, due to the of the market, those with high SPL dium audio. including more than 60 silk dome various software applications provided. requirements and equally high audio X1 offers a level of directivity tweeters per cabinet, delivering studio- The X1 will not only stay up-to-date, but quality standards.

Biamp Receives US Patent for Magic Cable

Biamp, has announced that it has tion efficiencies. to install pendant loudspeakers, saving ing there’s no need to seek a waiver if been awarded a patent from the U.S. “Traditionally, hanging pendant integration partners time and money. installed at lengths longer than 10 feet Patent and Trademark Office for its speakers has been a time-consuming Additionally, it’s the only composite (3 meters). The cable is also pre-dressed Magic Cable, used in the company’s and complicated job with many steps, cable in the AV industry certified to UL in an outer jacket that provides a clean Desono family of business audio each with different tools. Our Magic 13, demonstrating our commitment post-installation appearance without loudspeakers. Magic Cable comprises Cable dramatically simpli- to offering our customers exceptional the need to smooth out kinks. With two stainless steel suspension cables, fies the job and only audio experiences — from design to these thoughtful features, it affords not two 18 AWG signal conductors requires a pair installation to implementation.” only an installation that is easy, safe, and of wire cutters. Magic Cable’s patent has a sub-cable clean looking, but also one that can be What’s more, the jacket that encloses the metal support completed confidently, regardless of entire assembly cables, a second sub-cable jacket for ceiling height and/or length of exposed is encased in an the insulated audio cables, the main cable. attractive wrapper, ripcords, as well as sub-cables that allow Magic Cable is pre-terminated inside so no further dress- tool-less stripping of each cable jacket. Biamp’s Desono P6 and P6-SM models Magic Certified to UL13 Standard ing or painting is Because of its unique assembly, it also to ensure there are no exposed con- within a separate cable jacket, and in- required,” said Joe meets the UL 13 Standard for Power- nections at the loudspeaker. It can also tegrated ripcords that allow the installer Andrulis, Executive Vice President of Limited Circuit Cables with a Class 3 be used with other Desono pendant to easily slice through the jackets as Corporate Development, Biamp. “Magic indoor/outdoor rating. With the Class 3 loudspeakers including the DP6, DP8, needed — greatly increasing installa- Cable makes it much easier and safer rating, it is “listed for purpose,” mean- P30DT, and P60DT.

05 May - June 2021 Audiovisual A udio-Technica unveils Next-Generation condenser Boundary Microphones

Audio-Technica has announced condenser boundary Audio-Technica’s proprietary UniGuard the new ES945O/XLR omnidirec- microphone provide RFI-shielding technology provides out- tional condenser boundary micro- clear, highly intel- standing rejection of radio frequency phone and ES947C/XLR cardioid ligible audio that is interference (RFI). condenser boundary microphone perfect for confer- The microphones’ IPX4 water resis- – replacing A-T’s popular ES945 and encing, recording, tance sets them in a class of their own ES947 with these upgraded ver- monitoring and as boundary mics. Additionally, the sions. Notably, the ES945O/XLR and other demanding ES947C/XLR and has a small front-of- ES947C/XLR add IPX4 water resis- sound pickup appli- mic indicator to ensure proper orienta- tance, protecting the microphones cations. Protected by tion for maximum pickup. The ES945O/ from splashes of water and making a rugged all-metal XLR and ES947C/XLR are equipped with them even more ideal conferencing case with a two-layer a self-contained power module with an and monitoring solutions for a wide perforated grille, the XLRM-type output connector, eliminat- range of applications. microphones feature ing the need for an external power With their low-profile design that polar patterns af- module. They are available in black mounts unobtrusively in tabletops, ford a 360° pickup (ES945O/XLR and ES947C/XLR) and ceilings or panels for minimum angle (ES945O/XLR) white (ES945WO/XLR and ES947WC/ visibility, the ES945O/XLR omnidi- and 120° pickup XLR), and come with a pair of rubber rectional condenser boundary mi- angle (ES947C/XLR), isolators for mechanical isolation from crophone and ES947C/XLR cardioid Water Resistant Condenser Boundary Microphones respectively, while the mounting surface.

New Driver Integrated With Genelec Smart IP Loudspeakers Extron Launches Energy Qualified Half-Rack Amplifier A free new driver from software quality with single cable convenience developer Chowmain now provides – providing scalable power, audio and Extron unveils XPA U 3502, an Casey Hall, Vice President of Sales and Control4 home automation systems loudspeaker management via a stan- Audio power Amplifier that delivers Marking at Extron. “When combined with bi-directional control and feed- dard CAT cable. two 350 watt channels into 8 ohms with one of our half-rack DSP units, back when used in conjunction Powered via PoE and compatible with or 4 ohms in a 1U, half rack device. It like the DMP 64 Plus, you now have Smart IP range of loudspeak- with both Dante and open IP standards Genelec’s is convection cooled, UL 2043 rated the ability to deliver a very capable ers. Chowmain Software & Apps are including AES67 and ST2110-30, Smart for plenum installation, and includes audio switching, DSP and amplifica- hardware for rack mount configura- tion system in a single rack space.” tions. The XPA U 3502 offers the It features an efficient advanced ability to install high power ampli- Class D amplifier design with fication without using rack spaces power factor correction, ultra-low for ventilation, conserving precious inrush current, defeat able auto rack space. standby with fast wake up, and their “This much power in a half-rack patented CDRS – Class D Ripple Sup- amplifier is unprecedented”, says pression.

Chowmain Driver Integration with Smart IP globally recognized for providing home IP loudspeakers feature a single rear automation system applications, drivers, panel RJ45 connector which also allows modules and plugins. access to Genelec’s Smart IP Manager Chowmain’s driver provides close - a sophisticated software tool running integration between Smart IP and on Windows 10 that allows installers to Control4 that features IP control and configure an almost unlimited number XPA 3502 Power Amplifier for Efficient Rock Mounting Configuration Automatic Discovery. The drive offers a of rooms, zones, loudspeakers and Two-way control and feedback for vari- audio channels, and includes device ous proxy command/ notifications like, discovery, a versatile room equalisation Power On/Off, Input Switching, Volume tool set, system organization and status Up/Volume Down/Volume Set, and monitoring. With this integration the Mute On/Mute Off/Mute Toggle. Smart IP now offers system designers, Genelec’s Smart IP networked loud- integrators and installers a solution for www.palmtechnology.in speakers combine exceptional sound complex installations also.

May - June 2021 06 Audiovisual

DPA Microphones Unveils Two New Headset Microphones

DPA Microphones has announced use. the 4466 CORE Omnidirectional “Our customers and 4488 CORE Directional Headset have been asking us Microphones. Based on the design to deliver our latest of the company’s 6066 Subminiature small form-factor Headsets, the new solutions feature headsets with the the brand’s popular 5mm round highly regarded microphone capsule. These latest of- 5mm mic capsules,” ferings is said to provide the security, says DPA Product durability and flexibility necessary for Manager René use in theatre, broadcast, worship Mørch. “With the and corporate conferencing. purposeful design With a one-size-fits-all design and of our boom and adjustable height and boom length, locking system, the the 4466 and 4488 headsets accom- headset can accom- modate small to large head types. A modate all head sizes Three-Point Gripping System Headset Microphone unique, three-point gripping system with just one boom (above, below and behind the ear) length. This is even ensures a greater level of security, true for the directional option, for which users now have access to a wide array of typical clear and transparent DPA while the flexible ear hooks provide the correct placement is so important. solutions to meet an even greater vari- sound, which produces high speech continued comfort during extended With the addition of the 4466 and 4488, ety of needs while also maintaining the intelligibility.”

AVer and Barco Establish Technology Partnership to Enable Unified Collaboration

AVer Information has announced a cameras are easily paired with Barco’s marketing for AVer technology partnership with Barco to ClickShare Conference (CX-20, CX-30 USA. “AVer’s certified push the boundaries of wireless video and CX-50). Integrators can select the partnership with conferencing. The solutions offered optimal collaboration solutions based Barco will provide a enable seamless global collaboration on the size and type of meeting space unified solution for between business meeting spaces — whether a huddle room, small col- a seamless transi- and remote offices. Focused on small laboration space or large meeting room. tion between the to medium-sized collaboration spaces Together, Barco and AVer are bridging remote and hybrid and huddle rooms, AVer and Barco’s the gap between the fully remote and workplace. Together, technology partnership helps create a hybrid workplace to create a seamless AVer and Barco offer fully agnostic solution no matter what return to the office through bring-your- the perfect combi- conferencing platform is used. own-device (BYOD) technology. nation of solutions AVer’s collaboration devices and “Barco is recognized throughout the for meeting room Barco’s ClickShare Conference, together, industry as a leader in collaboration essentials.” Aver’s CAM520 Pro 2 conferencing camera bring seamless collaboration. Specifi- technology. AVer is proud to align with David Fitzgerald, cally, AVer’s VB130 video bar, CAM520 Barco to create an industry-leading so- Vice President of Pro 2 conferencing camera and Pro AV lution for a simplified user experience,” global alliances for Barco, added, “AVer AVer’s and Barco’s solutions establish Auto Tracking and PTZ live streaming said Carl Harvell, Director of product and Barco ClickShare are two brands a safe collaboration culture in any that put user experi- organization and make productivity ence and meeting room and engagement higher for all meeting collaboration at the top attendees, even the remote ones. AVer’s of their agenda, which SmartFrame Technology promotes is why our new certified contactless meeting experiences for partnership is an ideal safer, more efficient meetings. With match. AVer’s premium SmartFrame, contactless AI-triggered video and audio quality, viewing-angle adjustments perfectly with simple wireless con- frame meeting participants, no matter ferencing by ClickShare, their distance from the lens. Smart- work seamlessly together Frame incorporates voice tracking, to guarantee a superior smart framing, audio fencing and hybrid meeting room people counting for a seamless video experience. Our joint solu- conferencing experience. SmartFrame tions are already ensuring Technology ensures all participants are smooth collaboration in framed on the screen, even with masks more than 1,000 meeting on, by automatically adjusting the field Barco’s ClickShare Conference (CX-20, CX-30 and CX-50) rooms worldwide.” of view.

07 May - June 2021 Audiovisual

HARMAN Professional Solutions Announces Amar G Subash Vice President and General Manager of Asia Pacific

HARMAN Professional Solutions industry-leading brands, deliver the ho- has announces that it has elevated listic, integrated solutions that custom- Amar G Subash as Vice President ers require. With a deep knowledge and and General Manager, Asia Pacific, experience in the Asia Pacific region, effective immediately. Amar will Amar is the perfect executive to help us report to Jaime Albors, Senior Vice accelerate our business and capitalize President, Global Sales, HARMAN on the exciting business opportunities,” Professional Solutions. “It is an absolute honour to lead In his new role, Amar will be HARMAN Professional Solutions APAC tasked with leveraging the strength team as we explore newer growth op- of HARMAN’s iconic brands includ- portunities in the Asia Pacific region,” ing JBL Professional, AKG, AMX, Mar- said Amar Subash, Vice President and tin lighting, Crown, Soundcraft, BSS General Manager, HARMAN Professional and dbx, to drive growth throughout Solutions APAC. “With industry leading the region. By leading teams across portfolio of iconic brands, we have the HARMAN Professional offices in Sin- unique ability to provide our customers gapore, Japan, Korea and Australia, both standalone and integrated solu- Amar will bring the organization tions across audio, lighting, video and closer to channel partners and end control applications. I look forward to Amar G Subhash Vice President & General Manager, customers, and chart a course for working closely with our channel part- HARMAN Professional Solutions, APAC further expansion in Asia Pacific ners, customers and other stake holders territories. to elevate their experiences” hospitality, large venues, tour sound positions across domains in Tyco “Amar has an excellent track Amar will be based in Singapore at and lighting, cinema, broadcast, retail Fire and Security India (now Johnson record of working closely with our the HARMAN Professional Solutions and ecommerce. Controls), Ariston Thermo, Singa- valued channel partners, system Asia Pacific headquarters. The loca- Amar joined HARMAN in 2017 as pore integrators and end customers, tion provides access to a global talent Finance Director for Professional Solu- Amar holds a Bachelor of accelerating growth and improving pool and close proximity to many tions APAC. In 2019, he became the Commerce degree from Nagpur customer engagement,” said Jaime of HARMAN’s channel partners and Director for Channel Management and University, India and is a member of Albors, Senior Vice President, Global high-profile end customers. Amar will Operations and in 2020 his responsi- the Institute of Cost and Manage- Sales, HARMAN Professional Solu- lead the Asia Pacific team in serving the bilities expanded to lead the Audio ment Accountants of India. Amar tions. “At a time when our industry is region’s customers with comprehensive Solutions portfolio for Asia-Pacific. Amar also participated in an executive evolving rapidly, we need a proven integrated systems, including solutions started his finance career at Lucent management program at Berkeley- leader who can strengthen our for corporate, education, government, Technologies and later held leadership Haas, University of California.

AVer Launches CP10 touch-screen controller for Safe Meetings

AVer has announced the CP10: a with ion technology to promote safer a meeting space or as a scheduling tional slide-in wall mount enables users 10.1-inch conference room collabora- meetings. Designed as a flexible solu- display outside a meeting room. to display conference room schedules, tion controller featuring a capacitive tion for meeting spaces, AVer’s CP10 “AVer’s CP10 is an easy-to-use, intui- while the LED light indicators can be touch screen and antibacterial glass can be utilized as a controller inside tive touch screen designed for dynamic programmed to show the status of a meetings. It promotes the health and meeting room. safety of meeting participants through The CP10 promotes simplified instal- its antibacterial touch glass,” said Carl lation through a consolidated, single Harvell, Director of Product Marketing PoE+ connection for power and camera for AVer USA. “AVer is at the forefront of control. With minimal cabling, the designing innovative technology while CP10 ensures clean installs and reduces promoting the well-being of our clients desktop clutter for a streamlined ap- and the communities they serve — it is pearance. The single-cable connection our utmost priority.” empowers a flexible placement and AVer’s CP10 offers fine-tuned touch reduced installation costs. The CP10 is for productive meetings and supports preloaded with a Zoom controller for 10 touch points for a simplified user plug-n-play setup. Using AVer’s PTZApp experience. Featuring a built-in table 2 software, the CP10 enables camera stand, the CP10 incorporates a high- controls with multiple platforms — resolution display with a comfortable including Microsoft Teams, RingCentral, and ergonomic viewing angle, whether BlueJeans and many others. The inte- it’s utilized as a tabletop controller grated PTZApp 2 allows users to easily inside a meeting space or wall mounted manage the controller with enterprise- AVER CP 10 with Anti-bacterial Glass touch as a scheduling display. The CP10’s op- management software and platforms.

May - June 2021 08 Audiovisual

Blustream US Introduces Five New HDBaseT AV Distribution Solutions for Residential and Commercial Integrators

Blustream US has announced routing, and via ARC, enables the audio that it has expanded its line of from displays and all other sources to HDBaseT AV distribution products be embedded and routed through the for residential and commercial system at the user’s discretion. integrators with five new solutions Designed to work in conjunction that combine exceptional video with the new matrixes, the RX70CS performance with enhanced audio HDBaseT CSC receiver extends HDMI, capabilities. Now shipping to the bi-directional IR, and RS-232 signals up BLUE Stream HDBaseT Product for enhanced AV performance US market, the latest additions to to 40 meters at 4K 18Gbps and up to 70 Blustream’s lineup include 8x8 and meters at 1080p. The device supports The SW41HDBT four-way HDMI 2.0 4K bution solutions they need to tackle 6x6 HDBaseT matrixes; an HDBaseT HDMI 2.0 and enables ARC control 60Hz 4:4:4 HDBaseT switch is ideal for the challenges of any project,” said receiver; an HDBaseT extender with when used with the HMXL66ARC, HMX- boardrooms, classrooms, and huddle Jason Fitzgerald, Blustream US audio return channel (ARC) control; L88ARC, or other compatible Blustream spaces. Using CSC technology, the de- Product Manager. “By blending 4K and a four-way HDMI switch with solutions. In addition, the RX70CS sup- vice delivers HDMI and HDBaseT inputs 60Hz 4:4:4 video performance with HDBaseT. ports simultaneous analog stereo and to simultaneous HDMI/HDBaseT out- enhanced audio routing capabili- Using color space conversion optical TOSLINK audio breakout. puts. The versatile SW41HDBT provides ties and functionality like ARC, our (CSC) technology, the 6x6 HMX- The new HEX70ARC-KIT extender enhanced features, including PoC to latest matrixes, receiver, extender, L66ARC and 8x8 HMXL88ARC provides enhanced HDBaseT integra- power-connected Blustream transmitter and switch deliver exceptional HDBaseT matrixes support 4K 60Hz tion with the latest AV receivers and and receiver products; a web GUI for results in any setting — whether 4:4:4 resolutions over distances of soundbars. Purpose-built for integrators configuration and source and display it’s providing advanced source and 40 meters via a single CAT-6 cable. requiring reliable ARC delivery via both control via CEC; manual or automated display integration in the board- Both devices offer advanced audio HDMI and optical sources, the device source selection; RS-232 pass-through; room or creating a truly immersive features designed specifically for distributes HDMI, ARC, optical audio re- and control via the front panel, IR, RS- AV experience throughout the integrating all AV sources in the turn, bi-directional IR, and bi-directional 232, and TCP/IP. home. We couldn’t be more excited system. Each features an integrated power over cable (PoC) up to 40 meters “Our commitment at Blustream is to to make these solutions available to audio matrix for enhanced audio at 4K 60Hz 4:2:0 and 70 meters at 1080p. provide integrators with the AV distri- US integrators.”

Marshall Announces Ceeco Technologies as Distribution Partner for India

Marshall Electronics, a provider of bai, Pune and Kolkata, through Ceeco.” reliable video, audio, and multimedia Marshall USB cameras offer crisp, systems for broadcast video, pro A/V, clear broadcast quality images with pro audio and OEM applications world- the versatility and convenience of USB wide, has named Ceeco Technologies, outputs for video conference, remote an independent established distributor collaboration, video streaming, remote of customized AV / UCC based in India, learning and computer capture. The as its distribution partner for India. A key influx of remote work applications component of the distribution partner- has created an increased demand ship will be the promotion and sales of for these products worldwide due Marshall’s UCC products lines, which to their ease-of-use and high-quality include its popular USB cameras such as images. The Marshall CV610-UB USB the CV610-UB. 2.0 PTZ Camera, the most recent ad- As a result of Marshall’s rapid growth dition to the USB line, is designed to within the United States and various easily integrate into common software international markets, the company was platforms for teleconference, UCC, and looking for a focused distributor from huddle spaces. At a small footprint India operating in the pro A/V and UCC (148 x 132 x 161mm), the CV610-UB is a markets. With this partnership, Marshall high performing USB 2.0 camera at an and Ceeco will provide seamless and affordable price point.. comprehensive support to the region. “Ceeco Technologies provides the “Marshall is excited to be working focus and commitment to customer with Ceeco Technologies as their reach service that Marshall is looking for,” and expertise in the India market will says Rahul Bhasin, Director, Ceeco be a great resource for us,” says Tod Technologies. “Ceeco Technologies Musgrave, Director of Cameras at Mar- is excited to expand its offerings to shall Electronics. “Marshall is exciuted include Marshall’s product portfolio and to expand its geographic focus to India will carry forward its customer-centric covering major cities like New Delhi, approach and operational strengths to Ceeco Technologies, an independent distributor of customized AV / UCC products Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mum- India’s ever-growing market.”

09 May - June 2021 FEATURE INTERVIEW: PRO AUDIO converSAtions with Sudeep Audio, one of SudeepAudio India’s first pro audio web store selling studio software and equip- ment online commenced its YouTube lease tell us about your posers Salim–Sulaiman Merchant journey in this industry. and I started another company Channel, converSAtions, in 2011 to share What inspired you to start called Philtre Labs. Bollywood the journey of Indian Sound Engineers and P Grooves and then Bollywood your own YouTube channel and what was your aim and vision? Elements software libraries were Music industry professionals. As the channel In 1999, I started Sudeep Audio. created, for music production for completes a decade long journey in the com which is India’s first Pro Au- people from across the globe. dio website. In September 2003, These e-commerce activities in Industry, PT got in touch with the man it became a full-fledged E-com- pro audio and studio equipment behind this venture - Aditya Mehta, merce store, making the website made me realize over a while, India’s first Pro Audio web store, that there are very few people to explore the vision and passion selling software and studio equip- who buy original software. I felt behind converSAtions. ment online. In 2007, music com- that it is important to recognize

and thank the few that did, by bringing about their journey in the industry and fore their stories and journey in the products they use. I also wanted the Indian music industry. I had it to become an educational forum already decided, that I want- wherein the best in the industry could ed to tell the industry provide tips and knowledge, on how about my father, Nikhil to use a product, for instance, or even Mehta’s journey how to become a musician or a sound who along with his engineer in India. Many students and nephew, Sunil, parents have no idea how to get into set up Sudeep this field of music and sound. It was my Studio in 1977 idea to provide information through at Andehri, this channel. So our YouTube channel Mumbai. I was started with a dual purpose – to en- decided that courage people to buy original software I will also and as a knowledge platform. highlight So would you say that your channel si- the journey multaneously adds more value to your of engineers Brand and the services you provide? and music I would say it is a by-product; the industry pro- intention was never to boost our fessionals who brand, and the channel is named were buying au- converSAtions with the URL – youtube. thentic software com/SudeepAudio - since I couldn’t and music creation get a URL for converSAtions (generic tools. I hoped that names were not allowed by YouTube this would discour- then). The purpose of the channel is age the use of pirated to highlight talented people in the software. Software piracy is music industry. We have consciously rampant in India, because of kept singers away, as they are rewarded Aditya Mehta with his father Nikhil Mehta which these music creators then upholds the legacy of Sudeep Audio with with fame and get their fair share of crib that nobody is buying their songs. converSAtions public exposure. The idea was to credit In 2011, YouTube was in its nascent people like sound engineers and music stage and was used only to promote producers, to make people aware of the film songs and music videos. I thought process, of how music is created and of using this platform to showcase the vital role an engineer plays in it. I interviews of professionals talking wanted to educate people about the

May - June 2021 10 music community and make them un- team of people to set up lights and do courses but highlights the learning and me how they have been watching my derstand the basic difference between a makeup or put fancy equipment and experiences of people who have made videos for over eight years. Numbers music arranger and a music composer. made them look as candid as possible. it in the industry. are significant when you are looking for We started from Mumbai since that’s Another problem that I faced was the converSAtions unveil behind the people to sponsor your videos or mon- where our base is. When you watch quality of audio and video. There were scenes and stories of music produc- etizing your video. Since our channel these videos that highlight these artists, background noise disruptions since I ers who have worked with or are still is community-driven, the number of you realize that most don’t come from did not record using lapel mics initially. working in the industry with various subscribers and views has never been Music Families. The focus of the channel The lighting in our video was always composers like A.R. Rahman, for in- our priority. We, however, are about to is to educate people, students & parents natural. We often got by using the stance. It shows the ground reality and cross 7 million views. about this industry through videos that studio lights available in the room, and challenges that one has to go through If any of my videos have inspired showcase how these artists had started hence you see lighting in some videos to have a successful music career. people or helped them in any way, I their musical journey and grew by is dim and dark – a typical studio envi- would say that my objective is fulfilled. With such credible people on your learning on the job. ronment. But over time, I also become We are not into measuring the loyalty channel you must have received feed- more confident, and our content of the of our subscribers by giving them YouTube has now become a huge plat- back from your viewers. How often do converSAtions improved, and so did the hampers or discount coupons because form with millions of people having you get requests from viewers about audio-visual quality of our videos. that changes the whole philosophy of access to it, but things were different what they would like to watch or who The internet speed was also an our channel. 10years ago? What were the diffi- they would like to hear? issue as it was poor back then. In 2011 culties you faced, when you initially Initially, people complained about You cover compassionate stories of uploading, a 30-50 minute video used started conversSAtions? the poor audio quality. People often many talented people who have had to take up to six hours. Hence, I used to Sudeep Audio had a small team of requested me to interview singers like their own struggles in the Industry, upload my video at night, with the risk people that managed the online store. Arijit Singh. Bringing stars on board which one has been your favorite? of internet speed breaking and inter- I invested in a Sony HD Handycam, would have helped bring more views I’ve learned a lot from every inter- rupting the uploading process. Today, and 720p was the highest resolution and numbers, but we never focused view, on that. Since I have a recording studio background and I have been selling equipment for almost two decades, The I knew how to structure the idea was to credit interviews. As we grew, people started recommending people like sound en- various sound engineers. gineers and make people Viewers requested that aware of the process of how the videos be in Hindi language rather than music is created and the vital English. So we have tried role a sound engineer plays in to cover as much as we can in Hindi for the last it. I wanted to educate people 2-3 years. The sound about the music community and engineers from the South don’t speak Hindi well and make people understand the prefer English while speak- basic difference between a ing. When we feature tutorials Shantanu Hudlikar shares his views on the recording business in the Music music arranger and music Industry; Sound Engineers Ep-1 that cover technical aspects or explain the software, English composer. becomes the go-to Language. on YouTube back then. A wise piece the duration time to upload a video of of advice that I carried with me was a similar duration has come down to Of your 48K viewers would you say to always go for the highest available 10-15 minutes, thankfully! most are casual viewers or are they there are different aspects to every resolution in your audio and video dedicated Fans and do you have any You have interviewed various talented story but there has been a little learning setups. I started shooting with people I aces up your sleeve to turn Casual artists, sound engineers, and help from every video. You might come knew, our customers and well-wishers. I Viewers Into Dedicated Fans share their stories. Was it a challenge across certain common factors on began by interviewing people by going The number of subscribers is quite initially to get industry personnel to what inspired people to get in to music to their home since their studios were misleading. For instance, when you see feature on your channel? or how they were connected with also there. the analytics of a video with 100 views We are India’s only online store that music. I don’t think I will be able to pick Our criteria for selecting artists were and the subscribers are only 45, the sells original music software plugins. favorites. that they should have original software remaining 55 views are from non-sub- Thus, we already had clients with us and credible experience in the industry. scribers most of the time. The primary Creating a successful YouTube chan- to begin. After a few videos, the news Since we did not have a video editor, learning and growth come from the nel would you say is the easiest or the of this initiative spread by word of I did basic editing and transitions for stories of people and not from the sta- hardest thing ever? Because given the mouth. I started getting numbers from the videos, with the help of the iMovie tistical analysis. Many viewers who like fact that YouTube’s algorithm keeps people, and it helped me get in touch application, which was available on a the video belong to the music industry. changing, and monetizing your videos with more people who had been in the Macintosh system. These were initial But, due to the tough competition pre- is a very big challenge. So can you industry for a long time. struggles back in the day. I used to fer staying anonymous. But what many share your insight on how to manage prepare a basic Interview Questionnaire Would you say that your channel is an don’t know is that YouTube doesn’t a YouTube channel? that was free-flowing and avoided educational channel? give you access to reveal the profile of First of all, don’t create a YouTube technical details. My biggest challenge Yes, it is. The channel features the person who has liked a video. The channel just for the heck of it. Anybody was to convince people to come on exclusive stories and tutorials from the data of profiles that bring the engage- with a Gmail ID gets a free YouTube camera, as most of them were camera professionals of the pro audio industry ment on the video is not openly shared, channel as it is. On any social media, shy. I ensured that they felt comfortable that share tips for recording and pro- like Facebook or Instagram. not just YouTube, ensure that you have by shooting the videos at their conve- ducing, how to use Music software and As we speak of dedicated followers, an established purpose and reason to nience in their home or studio. I did not set up a home recording studio, etc. It I have people reaching out to me on begin. One should always value the intimidate them by bringing along a doesn’t academically train like online Instagram via messages, and they tell profession that they are showing and

11 May - June 2021 not let your inexperience degrade the looking forward to explore the tradi- at all. professions like becoming a magician. profession, just to become a YouTuber. tional and folklore musicians or who The first episode of the podcast talks Music has been an intricate part of our One should question themselves are still connected to their traditional about how to have a career in music. Indian Cinema since the beginning of whether they can offer the viewers music cores? Since I have been in the industry for a time, rarely do we see people being regular and good quality content. If yes, I have been looking forward to while, it was better to start there. I’m appreciated for their talented, but then structure your contents and videos covering folk musicians and unveil bringing in experienced professionals lately, we have seen people getting re- so that viewers can see consistency. their musical journey. India’s diversity is who share their practical experiences warded for their hard works in award The duration of the video, whether it complex and, I want to understand how and talk about the skill set. These are shows. Do you think this has attracted should be short or long, will come only folk musicians are trying to preserve essential for a long-lasting career by young minds and sparked more inter- with experience and depends on the their culture and what has inspired identifying traits in your child at an early est in having a music career? type of content you are putting across. them so far. Sadly everybody is focused age. These podcasts guide youngsters No. The film award shows only high- Right now YouTube has a clutter of on Bollywood, and you can’t blame on how to choose a career in their re- light the singers. Music producers and videos that showcase the same thing. them because that is where the money spective field of interest and not forced sound engineers get mentioned only There should be something unique is. Back in 1999, when I started with upon them by societal pressures. in the technical awards category. On about your YouTube channel, which will Sudeep Audio, I desired to cover Indian television, you barely catch a glimpse of slowly build the branding of your chan- Classical as it was my love and passion. Could you talk us through how should these artists; they are always under-ap- nel. Ensure that you’re using the right People have always been intrigued one record their podcast? preciated. I would say it’s a disservice equipment because people are quality by Bollywood so, I started looking A successful podcast depends on to an extent. We need award shows conscious. In case your videos feature into films because it was a matter of the content you are putting across. like IRAA but, we need big channels a zoom call, ensure that the editing is sustainability. To record a podcast you need, audio to support IRAA. We are all so used to good because zoom calls start looking Folk musicians also need attention, recording software, good quality mic entertainment that crediting sound en- impersonal after some time. but I feel the whole music community stand, high-quality headphones and a gineers and their technical work doesn’t should come together and promote soundproof (or at least a quiet) room. Your channel covers various informa- fit the category of show biz. them, especially the well to do Musi- The important factors that contribute tive topics such as arranging rhythm, Award shows cannot be an inspi- cians. On the Channel, we will get in towards a fruitful Podcast are your level mixing backgrounds, digital learning ration to become a sound engineer. touch with folk musicians and artists of consistency, style of presentation and It cannot be a reason why youngsters quality of content. Self-conviction is enter this profession. Passion for music essential to start a YouTube channel or starts when you’re introduced to music a podcast. Beware of the myth that the correctly at a young age. Inspiration popularity of your channel will make comes from learning an instrument or you rich. visiting a studio and understanding the process of music creation. School The Industry has moved towards and college students nowadays have digitalization and we also have a new a lot of learning exposure, with free era of Audiobooks and Podcast. Do applications that include music-making you think this new digital means of software that helps you create music, communication is helping People get for example, GarageBand on iOS. Our the right exposure? channel, converSAtions, is the pioneer- The introduction of the podcast ing channel in India that focuses on has opened up new doors for people sound engineers and music producers. to access a variety of content. The production of podcasts has gone up, In 2019, music streaming Platform like but the number of listeners is still very Spotify, YouTube Music were launched Ashish Saksena demonstrates the live setup of stage monitor and sound low in India. We are still unaware of the in India. Do these music streaming engineer’s setup for a concert; Useful Tips EP-41 existence of podcasts, unfortunately. platforms give more exposure to the It’s been big in the US for years, but in music Industry? India, after Google, we find that You- etc. What other important aspects or from other parts of India and share their Applications like Spotify didn’t Tube is the second most used search topics related to the pro audio indus- story. come to India early because there was engine. The concept of Audiobooks try, do you wish to cover in the future? an issue with royalties and connect- YouTube premium launched in 2019, is still foreign to many as we speak. In the past 11 seasons, people have ed reasons. These music streaming so are you trying to or have thought in Audiobooks and Podcasts gave a sense heard me ask questions but, as we start platforms give access to music listeners future to explore the premium world of hope to recording studios owners season 12, the viewers will not hear to a wide range of artists and genres. of this digital platform? that there would be more footfall and my voice. I plan on getting musicians One can now listen to music by any Our YouTube channel is eligible to business by renting the studio. Advance and sound engineers to interview each artist or genre from anywhere around access the premium program. Yes, Technology has helped people create other and have roundtable sessions. the world, thus music consumption has there will be a paid section, but we a podcast from the comfort of their For this season, you will see musicians risen manifold. At the end of the day, would be sharing the revenues earned bedrooms. Creating a Podcast at home make their own videos. So we can have unfortunately, it is only the singers that with the artists. It is a work-in-progress, is cost-effective, and many are doing an intricate interview where we include get appreciated. the premium channel, which would decently well. For audiobooks, studios, the technical aspect that goes into mu- feature everything in-depth, and it Do you have a Podcast of your chan- and or voice over, artists have deals sic production. We want to discuss the would cover all the technical aspects nel? signed up with various publications to challenges one face when doing live of sound recording and music produc- Our converSAtions channel audio produce an Audiobook of their best- shows and how to overcome or avoid tion. YouTube India’s JOIN feature for podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, selling authors/titles. So yes, the market various technical glitches. Secondly, we a channel subscription ranges from Rs. Amazon Music, Spotify and other pod- space has opened up for more avenues, will be starting with tutoREals, similar to 59, to even 899 per month. One can cast platforms. You can easily find it by but then again, the consumption of this our converSAtion spelling format. We access it by clicking the join premium searching for sound engineers or music content is less at the moment. These want to cover the seven swaras (SA, RE, button seen near the Subscribe button. producers from India. I have recently new audio platforms work as per a busi- GA, MA...etc.) Our channel’s primary aim is to educate started a new podcast called ‘Career ness model, and one cannot risk having India is rich and diverse, given the people by using YouTube as a platform ki Baatein’, where we cover topics for expenses more than their revenue. The history of music, every part of the and help young students of music and students (aged 10-16) on how to have a opportunity to break even is still in the country has its own language and sound get inspired. We don’t look for- career in design, architecture, journal- developing stage, but the market looks tune that they connect with, are you ward to joining the YouTuber business ism, law, etc. It will even discuss offbeat promising.

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The Untravel Show Pilots Musical Travel Web Series - Melody Miles, sponsored by JBL Commercial

HARMAN Professional Solutions, Commercial India sponsored the show, audio solutions.” has announced that JBL Commercial providing the hosts with JBL Commer- “To be associated India has partnered with Untravel cial equipment to capture professional- with a brand that not Media to sponsor a new travel web quality audio on the road. only understands series called “MELODY MILES.” “Over the last couple of years, we music but also gives “MELODY MILES” follows The Un- have built an incredible foundation as complete creative travel Show host Abhishek Vaid and the leading experiential travel channel, freedom is the best singer-songwriter Chaitrali Ghodke inspiring hundreds of thousands of peo- collaboration we as they explore the hills of South ple through fun and engaging content,” could have asked India in search of musical inspiration, said Vaid. “Working with JBL Commer- for,” added Ghodke. incorporating their experiences into cial gives us an exciting opportunity to Requiring high- an original song over the course bring a melodious story of travel, friend- quality portable of several episodes. The series was ship and music to a travel-craved world, equipment to pro- released on April 3 on YouTube while also enhancing the experience of duce their show channel – The Untravel Show. JBL the viewers through high performance while on the road, Vaid and Ghodke re- lied on JBL Commer- cial audio solutions. The duo reported Show Host Abhishek Vaid and Singer-Songwriter that the J BL CSLM20 Chaitrali Ghodke lavalier microphone solved a fundamental problem of mo- their AKG K371BT Bluetooth head- bile recording with its built-in earpiece phones were ideal for travel, with for easy monitoring. They also remarked comfortable earpads, lively sound that the battery-operated CSLM20B la- and a convenient folding design. valier microphone provided crisp sound Additionally, the duo took a JBL GO with sturdy build quality. 3 portable waterproof speaker on Vaid and Ghodke also praised the their trip, which they said was “the Soundcraft Notepad 5 mixer for perfect music partner considering providing just the right level of control the rugged and rustic terrains of our AKG K371BT Bluetooth headphones, ideal for travel in a compact form factor, and said that shoots.”

Equipson unveils New Range of Professional Loudspeakers

Work Pro Audio – the installation gives customers an attractive, up and professional audio division of to date range of competitively Spanish manufacturer Equipson - has prices, high performing loud- launched a new range of two-way speakers.” professional loudspeakers that are The ENTAR Series has four two- aimed at the installation and live sound way passive loudspeaker models markets. offering a choice of 8”, 10”, 12” or Known as the ENTAR Series, the 15” woofers. Power outputs range name combines of the words ENTer- from 400W to 600W. The Series tainment and ARchitectural, reflecting also includes three active models their ability to deal with the demands equipped with Class D amplifiers of these very different applications. and either 10”, 12” or 15” woofers. Both passive and active speakers are Each of these loudspeakers has included, in a variety of different sizes. a controllable DSP that includes All models are manufactured from high EQ presets, location presets (Pole, density plywood and their construction Monitor, Bracket), selectable HPF and shape makes them ideally suited filter, Shelving EQs, limiter, and to light PA duties. They are also useful front LED mode (on, off, limiter). as stage monitors or for front, side or Active models also include a The new ENTAR Series includes four two-way rear fill. volume knob and line/mic and passive loudspeaker models and three active “We have been selling our MINO models equipped with Class D amplifiers link/mix switches. range very successfully over many All loudspeakers in the ENTAR years,” says Juan Jose Vila, CSO at order. People were still very happy with to renew the design and install better Series are finished in black and have Equipson. “However, customer feed- the range but, after more than a decade quality components. The result is EN- black steel grilles for a sleek, modern back indicated that an upgrade was in since their launch, we felt it was time TAR, which hits both of our targets and look.

13 May - June 2021 Sound & Stage

N-Labs introduces all new 4 channel professional wireless Microphone

N-Labs has announced a new addition to its microphone systems range. N band that eliminates the chance of failure during a live event and features a labs’ latest U1 4 channel professional microphone system is an upgrade to metal body made of stainless steel and 4 antennas with an airtight anti-fungal previous two channel model. glass that is installed in front of the Receiver, thus preventing moisture The RF output power of the new U1 4 channel microphone has and dust. been increased to 50 mW, switch- able in two steps (30, 50 The 4chan- nel model comes with a value-added cardioid mW) to expand transmission range or adjust to difficult RF capsule. Similar to the previous model the device features a environments. This enhances the working distance up to backlit display for frequency indication etc., a balanced XLR output 300 mtrs. The wireless microphone system comes with a ten and one mixed output that has the same frequency bank which is hour battery back- up and can be used for live conferences, selectable up to 200 Different Frequencies . theaters and pub- lic speaking events. “The customer can select the frequency of their preference or the de- The device has a Digital Pilot technol- ogy that blocks vice can automatically detect frequency without any disturbance. The any interference from Outside. Similar to the previous 2 device is suitable for performing operations with more than two-three channel model, the audio transmission is delivered units or when there are 20+ microphones being used in the studio, it can without any inter- ference or delay. The U1 4channel either automatically select frequencies or the mic will synchronize has a licensed with the best available frequency. This device monitor’s real-time display of the battery and antenna, which gives an estimate for how long the device can be used,” said Hemal Bhatt, Director of N Labs. The U1 4channel wireless microphone and receiver comes with a five year replacement warranty. N-Labs U1 4 channel professional microphone system

Powersoft strengthens T Series Amplifier Platform

Powersoft has announced two connectivity; Dante audio networking; 3200W at 4 Ohms, or 1800W at 8 Ohms, sation. additions to its renowned touring Power sharing; Improved DSP with and its high rail voltage and peak “Most live sound amplifier amplifier platform, the T Series, powerful Advanced EQ groups, and FIR current on the outputs make it ideal for families will feature lower voltages which will allow the company to filtering for great sounding presets. driving large 4-Ohm subwoofers (like for smaller and lower-cost prod- almost entirely replace its legendary Now, in 2021, the new T902 and T904 dual 18’’) or 2- and 3-way line sources. ucts,” said Marc Kocks, manager of K Series. have been introduced to extend the The T902 is the product for powering Powersoft’s Application Engineering Powersoft introduced the T Series applications of the T Series even further, and controlling complex cardioid team. “In smaller systems, however, in 2019, and in doing so defined the allowing it to cover the requirements sub-woofer arrangements and complex it is quite common to have a single ‘next generation specs’ for amplifiers for any system deployment, including 3-way line sources. 8 Ohm loudspeaker per channel. in live sound applications, as well as larger-scale live sound applications. The other new addition to the T Se- This presented an opportunity for setting new long-term benchmarks The T902 is a 2-channel amplifier ries family is the 4-channel T904, which our development team to make a such as daisy-chained Ethernet specified to deliver 4000W at 2 Ohms, can deliver 1800W at 2 Ohms, 2000W very homogenous amplifier range at 4 Ohms, or 1600W at 8 Ohms. in which all models can deliver the This new amplifier platform is same high output voltage so that designed to power Bi-amped sys- smaller models can also play ‘full tems like stage monitors, 2-way SPL’ on 8-Ohm speakers. point source speakers, and 2-way “This makes the smaller models line sources, as well as smaller more affordable by saving in the sub-woofers. Much like the rest of power supply and output current the T Series family, the new T902 capacity while providing a solid fea- and T904 feature onboard DSP, ture set for the entire product family. in-built Dante inputs, and live With the addition of the T902 and impedance monitoring, as well as T904 to the T Series it will be able to Powersoft’s Active DampingCon- serve as a flexible and reliable work- trol for cable resistance compen- horse for any live sound system.”

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May - June 2021 14 INSTALL STORY Tech Savvy Environment for T-Systems Eyte Technologies installs high-tech AV Solution at T-System’s Experience Center facilitating brand value and delivering superior customer experience

Digital service provider T-Systems’s new experience centre highlights a bespoke design unique to their brand voice. Space limitations compelled the Eyte Technologies team to get very creative . This feature explores how the Mumbai based consultancy firm achieved the client’s vision with style.

hen T-Systems ICT models and innovation projects for the envisioned a person- business fields of the future, such as alized environment data analytics,the Internet of Things, with a blend of an machine-to-machine (M2M) commu- interactive and holo- nication and Industrial Internet to its Wgraphic element with dynamic content customers globally. for they 400,000 sq. ft. Office, reached out to Eyte Technologies. The com- Project Highlight pany wanted quality integration with The State-of-the-art facility located in high-tech technology, which would Pune has a 400,000 sq. Ft area and the facilitate its brand value while providing client’s vision is to grow its workforce in an ultimate customer experience. Eyte this country and make significant long implemented the latest AV technology term investments into its offices over the solution that accurately reflects and next two to three years. The client was underlines the hi-tech aspect of the looking to create a customer experience company. center with a bespoke design unique T-System is an independent digital to their unique to their Brand voice.This service provider headquartered in personalized environment had to be im- Europe with its reach in over 20 mersive with both interactive and holo- countries, with 37900 Employees and graphic elements with dynamic content billions of euros in revenue. T-Systems that would provide a “wow” factor to ICT India has a head office in Pune and anyone who experiences it in person. additional branches in Bangalore. A Eyte has been in the industry for wholly-owned subsidiary, the com- technology-space that delivers quality pany provides leading ICT services, results. The company took upon the which include, secure operation of challenge to convert this vision into legacy systems and classic ICT services, reality. Eyte understands that every in- the transformation to cloud-based teraction a customer would make in this services, as well as new business center would reflect the client’s ability Visitor Management System that Monitors the Database of Visitors

15 May- June 2021 Asymmetrical Video wall that Conveys the latest news about the company

Solution: interactive screen. The visitor can also be seated at the Custom Table build The “Customer Experi- with interactive displays. For a seam- ence Centre” or CEC had less experience, the technologies used been divided into differ- would allow content displayed on the ent zones for the users to Table to be pushed to the main screen interact with each other. allowing for collaboration, multiple The different zones were content interaction, annotation, which named Welcome Area, could be handy for a larger audience Briefing Area, News Feed, at the CEC. Discussion Area, and Holographic Device that displays 3D Holograms of the company logos and products Feedback Area. Each Zone Asymmetrical Video Wall had to be equipped with An asymmetrical video wall was also a technology that followed its storyline. and work. The AV integrator came up installed to create an aesthetical appeal, A storyline is a set way a user would with scalable, cost-effective, and unpar- which would mainly be used to convey Eyte has been interact with a zone, and the technolo- alleled expertise service that meets the the latest news about the company. gy installed in that room would mirror demands of client. in the industry EYTE went beyond traditional interac- its storyline. Each area had to fulfill its tive elements and used 3D projections for technology- purpose and was designed accordingly. Challenges to create a futuristic experience. Designing bespoke solutions is space that delivers Once the plan was set in stone, the next always a challenge as it comes with its step was to use technology that would 3D Holographic Device own unique set of restrictions. These quality results. cohesively reflect our storyline. A 3D holographic device was used restrictions could be anything from It was of utter importance that the to display the company logo and other Architectural, Environmental, Time The company took technology used in this space be products as a 3D hologram. A 3D pro- Constraints, Budget Constraints and modern and cutting edge, which fol- upon the challenge jection was also done over a table using many more. “One of the challenges lows the client’s global standards. The an overhead projector to create a 3D faced in this site was that the new so- to convert equipment had to be reliable and of view of the projected content on the ta- lution had to be incorporated with the the best quality to ensure longevity and client’s vision ble. The Exit area featured an interactive existing space with little to no space have minimal downtime. The equip- tablet allowing the visitor to pen down as the construction was complete, into reality. Eyte ment procured were from the best AV their thoughts on the overall experi- which was another parameter to the brands including LG, Samsung, Epson, ence. The waiting area also featured a design process, where the proposed understands that Lightware, Datapath, T1V, Tannoy and video wall to showcase media content design had to blend in seamlessly every interaction Kramer. for the waiting visitors. with the existing space.” said Abdul Waheed, Managing Director, Eyte a customer would Visitor Management The AV integrator reinforced the Technologies. make in this center System client’s vision and executed a compre- hensive AV solution that conveyed the EYTE considered the existing setup, A visitor management system which consisted of furniture layout, would reflect the was set in place to create a database brand to any visitor who would expe- rience it. “We made sure everything ergonomics to ensure comfort for the client’s ability and of visitors and allows the client to end-user, Space Acoustics to ensure print visitor badges. The visitor then was set in motion the way it should everything sounds the way it is sup- work. would be led to the Welcome area, be. We would like to thank our client posed to, with various other factors. where they would be greeted with an for providing us with this wonderful Another significant aspect to take care interactive display that would feature opportunity. It was our vision to provide was the client’s Global Standards. “It welcome messages, company history a system which would help reinforce was essential to ensure that the de- and achievements. The welcome area and communicate the brand to any signs matched the technology used in the best AV Practices to corroborate would also feature directional speakers visitor who would be experiencing it their offices globally to assure continu- with the set AVIXA standards thus, for crisp audio reinforcement and in the Experience center and to see it ity between different campuses.” com- displaying integrators commitment to an option for the visitor to present operational is another feather in our ments Abdul Waheed. EYTE provided quality of work. content from their device to the main hat.” said Abdul Waheed.

May- June 2021 16 FEATURE INTERVIEW – PROAV MEDIA Pursuing the Pro Audio Trail In conversation with Caroline Moss and Sue Gould

ow long since you’ve been the acknowledged authoritative with ProAVL, looking after voice for the APAC audio visual the editorial and advertis- industry. Caroline and I actually H first met way back in 1996 when ing. How fulfilling has it been? SG: I joined the company in we worked together on another PT got in touch with 2005 as the Advertising Director magazine called Pro Sound News and I’m so glad I did. There were Asia. One of the reasons why I en- the Pro AVL Asia magazine only four of us involved back joy my job so much is having her then and it’s been so exciting to as my editor; we work and travel core team of Editor - Caroline Moss be part of the journey as we’ve really well together (and laugh a and Sales Director - Sue Gould, who grown the team, the magazines lot) which helps! and our digital platforms over the CM: I started at Pro AVL Asia – between them boast of over three decades years and established ourselves as or Pro Audio Asia as it was back of experience in the pro audio industry. Their interactions with OEMs, distributors and indus- try professionals over the years, has shaped the growth of the magazine to a large extent. In this interview Caroline and Sue share their perspective, vision and understanding of the global pro sound and au- diovisual market.

then – in 2012, and our long association with the Indian until the pandem- industry, and all of our trips to the sub- ic grounded us continent have been fascinating, busy, at the beginning fulfilling and extremely fun. of 2020, I spent What have been the major changes in those years trav- the pro audio, AV and lighting indus- elling out to Asia try which you’ll have witnessed down meeting people the years? UK, USA and Germany were in the industry once the anchor countries but now and visiting a huge China is becoming the epicenter of all variety of innovative manufacturing. projects, installations CM: If we’re talking about manufac- and events. It has been turing specifically, then yes, the biggest both a privilege and change has been the shift to China, and extremely fulfilling to see for several decades now, many Western the rate of progress across brands which are headquartered in the the region, and to meet all the USA and Europe have outsourced their amazing people who’ve helped manufacturing to the country. Along- Caroline Moss, Editor, ProAVL and Sue Gould, us so much on our trips. As Sue has Sales Director, ProAVL side this is the increase in factories set already mentioned, the first time we up to copy established and successful worked together was on Pro Sound Western brands, and doubtless this is News Asia in the late 90s and we both a practice that will continue into the have extremely fond memories of future, but at the same time, Chinese visiting south Mumbai for the Broadcast manufacturing has matured very India show. It was there that we began

17 May - June 2021 a level playing field yet. However, the Indian market has negotiated a steep learning curve, and has certainly made up a lot of ground.

Do you see a positive result for Eu- rope’s markets with the ISE show now anchored in Barcelona? SG: Given the fallout from Covid, it’s going to be an interesting few years before we see Barcelona firmly established as a hub, but I believe that they’ve done the right thing by shifting the show from Amsterdam and the RAI where they were literally bursting at the seams.

With the UK India free trade agree- ment (FTA) do you see increased exports from UK to India? CM: It’s a bit soon to say at the moment – Boris Johnson’s trip to India had to be cancelled due to the pandemic, although he has since had Caroline Moss at the Sennheiser booth at PALM expo a virtual meeting with Narendra Modi where it was announced there was the potential for up to £1bn of new trade quickly so that many new and innova- education has become more preva- CM: This is a very regional issue. In and investment, and an enhanced trade tive solutions are now being designed, lent. Tradeshows such as PALM Expo China, which locked down immediately partnership which it is hoped will allow engineered and manufactured in China. and InfoComm have certainly helped and was able to return to more or less British businesses to export more of I only see this getting stronger as the in this regard, and we’ve watched as normal life quite quickly, concerts, their products to India. We are hopeful country invests more resources into the companies increasingly demonstrate festivals and tradeshows have been that the two countries, which have development of new technology, not more “joined up” systems rather than going on since the middle of last year. had such a long historical connection, just in AV but for every walk of life. individual products. There is a huge The same has been true in parts of can reach a trade agreement that is thirst for knowledge and training in the Southeast Asia and Australasia. Here in Do you see many more brands, both beneficial to both parties. But the most country, and the learning curve is steep; the UK, as our vaccination programme mainstream and niche, vanishing in important task for Britain right now has however, we still come across projects rolls out, we are being promised live the near future? Either because of to be to help India overcome its second where there is room for improvement. events with reduced social distancing product redundancy or economic peril Covid wave and for both countries to from 21 June onwards, and I imagine in pricing? How do you see the steps back to full stabilise before trade can commence in that this will be the case around the CM: Certain products yes, brands no. recovery? Like when do you think the any meaningful way. world as infection rates are brought big rock concerts are coming back? Is the AV crunch and product merge right down. However, the pandemic is Can India be seen as a manufacturing reducing the scope of innovation? Is global, and big international tours and centre for pro audio and lighting in the classic pro audio industry becom- festivals will remain on hold until future? Or do you see promise in AV ing weak? the virus and its variants are integration and networking prod- CM: It’s true that pro audio, or what under control around ucts design (because of India’s IT we might refer to as entertainment the entire planet. strength)? technology, is now converging with CM: At this stage I would have to say It’s true that Do you see the the AV market, with many of the same I see more promise in India’s strength in Indian market technologies being used in each pro audio, or what we product and technology design as well on par with sector. But I don’t see this as reducing as systems integration. might refer to as entertainment Europe in the scope of innovation. There are so regard to How do you see the reason for Shang- many tools available now, and so many technology, is now converging product hai show being discontinued? Did you opportunities for cross-pollination to with the AV market, with many of use or see this happening when we wit- create technology as well as events and brand nessed Messe Frankfurt acquiring the experiences. the same technologies being used level. Guangzhou show couple of years ago? In India the Pro Audio, AV and Lighting in each sector. But I don’t see this as CM: SG: It’s simply a matter of money: industry is developing at this point. In reducing the scope of innovation. I’m sure Messe Frankfurt have been under your experience and learning of the that increasing pressure not just from the market in India, how would you com- There are so many tools available some of entertainment and music sectors but pare or even per se how would you now, and so many opportunities the work across all sectors they operate in as rate the actual user in India, in terms being done they have seen diminishing returns for of being knowledgeable of product for cross-pollination to create in the Indian a number of years. Guangzhou acts as a in regard to product application and technology as well as events market is on much more attractive hub for the inter- technology? a par with some national pro av community, particularly CM: There is a wide discrepancy and experiences. of the work being on the manufacturing side as it’s situat- of knowledge when it comes to end carried out in Europe, ed in the heartland of the factory belt; users in India, but I have seen this but as Europe’s AV market hence they’ve sensibly decided to focus closing over the years as training and is a more mature one, it’s not their time, attention and money on

May - June 2021 18 building up that show and withdrawing from the industry and give something from Shanghai. back, so I really hope that we can set those up again in the future. And I have First Frankfurt lost Music in Europe to say that the welcome and hospitality meltdown. Now Shanghai lost Music we receive whenever we are in Mumbai entirely. Two of the biggest Music is always second to none and always expos! Music Expo India too was memorable! discontinued. How do you see this CM: There are so many memorable transition with music expos across the moments, and many of them have world closing down (Digitization of happened in India. Off the top of music has smashed the musical instru- my head, they include visiting many ment industry globally)? How do you of Bollywood’s leading studios and see futurescape? Both the Frankfurt facilities, and further south, Harris and Shanghai shows with their music Jayaraj’s stunning studio at his home in halls supported ProAudio and now no Chennai. Huge integration projects like more. HARMAN’s work at Akshardham Temple SG: The loss of the music shows in Delhi. A marvellously cross-cultural is simply a reflection of what we are death metal beer festival in Bangalore seeing across so many sectors with the where everyone wore punk rock wigs. rise of e-commerce and high street Futuristic installations in educational stores. MI equipment is freely and institutes such as Ashoka University, also cheaply available everywhere now, and in Delhi. Sailing from Goa to Mumbai pre-Covid there were demo facilities on the Angriya domestic cruise ship, available in every major high street. ingeniously kitted out for ecological In the life and times of ProAvl (Pro education and musical entertain- Audio Asia) what are the memorable ment by Audiotechnik India. Plus of moments for both of you? course all the great times we’ve spent SG: I loved putting on our ProCon- during PALM Expo, when the industry nect nights in Mumbai (Dubai and Sin- descends on Mumbai, catching up with gapore) which were great opportunities our friends and finding out about all the Sue on a visit to Klotz to catch up with friends and colleagues latest developments. We miss you! by Abhimanyu Malhotra, The Rise of Indian Hip Hop The Sonic Arts Co.

he hip hop storm that had been any form, and is very much commer- by Shah Rule. A talented rapper, writer Tbrewing for nearly a decade in cial songwriting with the intention of and producer, Shah Rule is a part of pockets around India was certainly representing Indian hip hop on the Divine’s Gullygang. Mass Appeal has pushed into the limelight thanks global stage, and it does a great job released his debut EP Hooked, and to Zoya Akhtar’s Gullyboy film. It of executing the same. The song and this song is very representative of the spurred a nationwide movement, video are strong milestones of India’s special sauce that Shah Rule brings. where dozens of MCs and writers rise in the global hip hop world. He is the perfect example of fusing the released their dream of reach- Our next track is Hooked/Khara Sona West with Indian hip hop. His music and flows are contemporary and cutting ing the big stage could actually edge, and he effortlessly blends be-come a reality here in India. Hindi with his melodic style. What I Growing up in the era of Dr. Dre, like most about this track is how he Snoop Dogg and Eminem our Indi- flips essentially two songs into one; an artists were always enamored by Indian artists were always enamoured a trend highly popularized by Drake the sounds of the west, and idolized by the sounds of the west and idolized and Travis Scott. His un-derstanding these iconic artists who had stories of flow and how to switch it up is of rags to riches, and nothing but iconic artists who had stories of rags a pleasure, knowing how to keep their talent and skill to carry them his audience listen-ing in. The track from one to the other. Gullyboy to riches and nothing but their talent was produced by Xplicit & Stunnah cemented this dream as a reality and skill to carry them from one to Beatz, mixed by Shah Rule and for Indian MCs, and if that wasn’t the other. Gullyboy cemented this mastered by Hanish Taneja. enough, the Indian hip-hop scene Next up is one of my favourite got its biggest sign off from none dream as a reality for Indian MCs, MC’s in the scene, MC Altaf, who is other than legendary rapper NAS. and the Indian hip-hop scene got its simply a poet in rapper form. One Realizing the potential the Indian of Mass Appeal’s latest signings, market has, NAS co-founded Mass biggest sign off from none other than he is the goldenly of our scene. His Appeal India, with the objective legendary rapper NAS. track ‘Soch’ resonates with his loyal to provide a platform for the best fans and his fanbase is growing MCs in our country. This month’s rapidly. Consisting of modern trap, column is a look at the Mass Appeal Altaf’s poetry is a superfluous and Cata-logue and the artists they’ve spontaneous flow of thought, signed, at music that is being repre- taking you through his mind and sented by one of the biggest names daily life experienc-es. His words in Hip-hop, and the homegrown motivate and resonate and the teams who are writing, rapping, simplicity of the video allows his producing and engineering this words to shine through. Produced music. by Saif and The Loud Pack, Soch The jewel in the crown is none was mixed by Skiddy and mas- other than . The poster boy Divine tered by Stunnah Beatz. Soch is a of Indian Hip Hop, Divine was in fact testament to the fact that you don’t Mass Appeal India’s first signing, need big budgets, cars and models and they had released his debut to reinforce your image as an MC album Kohinoor in 2019. Following in Hip hop. It is testament that it’s smashing success, Divine has pure poetry and flow can deliver as since released a number of singles much of an impact, if not more. and collabora-tions, including ‘Rid- er’, featuring Lisa Mishra. Produced by Kanch and Stunnah Beatz, mixed by Shah Rule and mastered by Charles Wakeman, Rider is a story of childhood sweethearts told through a modern trap beat with catchy hooks and melodic, almost READ tropical top lines. The lyrical work takes the cake, with a blend of Hindi The hip hop storm that had been brewing for nearly a decade in pockets and English from both artists. This around India was certainly pushed into the limelight thanks to Zoya Akhtar’s is definitely not un-derground in Gullyboy

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Focusrite Launches New Commercial Audio Brand – Optimal Audio

At a special online event, Focus- heart. There is rite unveiled a new commercial currently nothing audio brand, Optimal Audio. Promis- else at this price ing a fresh outlook, Focusrite Group point on the CEO, Tim Carroll explained that market which has Optimal Audio, which becomes the the functionality Group’s seventh brand, has been in and versatility development for three years, involv- to allow such a ing extensive R&D across product quick and simple and software, in a bid to simplify setup. They have a the unnecessarily complex world of flexible three-band commercial audio: EQ plus bandpass “Optimal Audio provides a stream- filtering on every lined product offering working output, alongside seamlessly together to deliver high limiters and delay quality sound that is easy to install – features that are and can be operated by anyone, not normally associ- just engineers. ated only with “Alongside its own dedicated staff, premium-priced a number of colleagues from across offerings.” the group – most notably within Compatible Martin Audio – have helped to bring with any device, (L-R) Dom Harter, Tim-Carroll, Matt Rowe Optimal Audio to fruition. In the long Optimal Audio’s term, our ambition is that the brand WebApp makes system set-up straight- three SmartAmps with DSP, multichan- petitive, sound quality is a hallmark will have its own distinct team.” forward, allowing installers as much nel direct drive constant voltage, op- of the loudspeaker category, with Dom Harter, now Managing access as they require configuring EQs, timised presets and with half-rack and Harter promising a “rich and detailed Director for both Martin Audio and devising presets and structuring time- full-rack options available. SmartAmps sound that will surpass expectations Optimal Audio, then gave an over- of-day routines. Once completed, venue provide a cost competitive fit for the in this price category.” view of the product eco-system and staff can then be presented with a commercial market to accompany the Summing up, Harter said, “Optimal the focus of the brand: simple user interface which allows them portfolio and maximise the perfor- Audio maybe a young brand, but as “Optimal Audio offers a one-stop to operate the system. Zone controllers mance of its loudspeakers. part of the Focusrite Group it has an solution of control, amplification and can also be supplemented by elegant Finally, Optimal Audio revealed impressive pedigree. We have com- loudspeakers for small to medium- wall-mounted controllers called Zone- its collection of loudspeakers. These bined innovation and experience to sized commercial installations, with Pad, available in one-zone or four-zone comprise a range of five ceiling speak- simplify commercial audio, and by a focus on supporting multi-zone formats, which ensure that operation by ers appropriately named Up, a series of launching more than twenty prod- venues. At the forefront of the staff is simple, intuitive and within easy four on-wall wooden speakers called ucts at the outset, Optimal Audio has eco-system are four and eight-zone, reach. Cuboid, and two powerful yet compact created a high-quality, comprehen- powered and non-powered Zone The next product category presented subwoofer solutions, simply known sive, multi-zone, one-stop, commer- controllers that have DSP at their was amplifiers. Optimal Audio offers as Sub. Whilst again being cost-com- cial audio offering.”

Waves Now Shipping the Vocal Production Suite

Waves Audio, developer of profes- vocal level perfectly. R-Vox vocal compres- sional audio signal processing technolo- sor that is used on every Beyoncé vocal and gies and plugins, is now shipping the hailed by Drake producer Noah “40” Shebib Vocal Production suite. as “one of the most important vocal plugins The Vocal Production suite includes ever created”. Waves Tune, for maximum- 15 of the music industry’s popular vocal control, surgical-precision vocal pitch plugins that helps to produce and mix correction. Sibilance, Renaissance DeEsser studio-quality vocals that sound mod- and DeBreath, cleans vocals, by quickly ern, professional, creative and polished. removing those unwanted vocal breaths The Vocal Production Suite includes and harsh “s” sounds. Doubler used for Waves Tune Real-Time, for real time classic vocal doubling and backing vocals creative vocal tuning. OVox Vocal enhancement. ReSynthesis, the next-generation voice- 5 more classic reverb, delay, EQ, and controlled synth and vocal FX plugin. compression plugins are inclusive in the Vocal blender blends vocals similar to Vocal Production Suite that completes the the pitch-shifted Travis Scott-Style vocal pro-quality vocal production and mixing Waves Vocal Production sound. Vocal rider automatically keeps abilities. Suite for vocal production

21 May - June 2021 Audio & Music Production Solid State Logic Expands 500 Series Module Range

Solid State Logic (SSL) unveils two Six Channel (SiX CH) modules, complete in the sound of your mix, new modular processors as part of revi- the new-look range. sub groups and individual talizing their renowned, and often emu- Niall Feldman, SSL Director of New instruments. lated, SSL 500 Series module range. Products, comments “For nearly 20 SiX Channel is a single- The classic G-Comp Bus Compressor, years we have made many of our classic width 500 Series channel E-EQ and E-Dynamics processing console and processor-based innova- strip using the SuperAna- modules have been given a fresh, sleek tions available to more producers, engi- logue processing features brushed steel facelift, while a feature neers and musicians via the 500 module from SSL’s incredibly enhanced VHD+ module, new stereo series. The opportunity with our more successful compact SiX ultraviolet Stereo Equaliser (UV-EQ) and recent product to continue this work console, including Mic-pre, and bring a new range of modern clas- low and high frequency sic 500 modules to a broader market, EQ, as well as the single was too good to resist.” knob compressor. SiX ultraviolet takes the acclaimed Channel is a simple way minimum phase-shift Violet stereo EQ to add additional Mic/ section from the new studio-favourite Line inputs to the line level analogue processor Fusion, and puts inputs of any professional it into the 500 series format. Over and audio device, including the SSL 500 Module with Ultraviolet Stereo Equalizer above Fusion’s Violet EQ, ultraviolet Stereo channels of the SiX takes features one step further, add- console. It is also a flexible way to create for a wide range of microphones and ing two dedicated mid-bands, with a professional modular mixer from a instruments. Delivering an ultra-clean precision Focus mode for ultimate EQ ‘summing’ 500 Series rack unit. SSL SuperAnalogue grade recording control. ultraviolet draws on the SSL The versatile VHD+ Pre now features path, the switchable patented Variable legacy of selecting key frequencies and front and rear inputs with four different Harmonic Drive (VHD) system uses a response curves to create a musical and impedance selections making it an 100% analogue signal path to generate SSL 500 Module enhanced with Steel Facelift intuitive EQ, designed to quickly dial extremely versatile mic pre and DI box rich harmonic distortion.

L Acoustics Releases L ISA Studio for Spatial Audio Creation

L Acoustics has introduced a re- ogy and puts it into the hands of sound imagined immersive experience – or XO, the recently launched profes- vamped, innovative approach to the creators, allowing them to formulate even mix an album in 7.1.4.” sional in-ear monitor by L Acoustics workflow of spatial audio content multidimensional audio wherever and L ISA Studio contains the same spatial and JH Audio. creation with the new L ISA Studio whenever they are ready to create. audio and room engine algorithms as its Developed to improve the software suite and upgraded L ISA “L ISA Studio grants all sound creators hardware counterpart, the L ISA Proces- workflow and unleash the creative engine. Built with sound designers the ability to conceive, create, iterate sor, yet is redesigned and improved with potential of all sound creators, L ISA and mixing engineers in mind, L ISA and experience their work in 3D audio,” key features for room enhancement, a Studio seamlessly interfaces with Studio is designed for countless cre- explains Guillaume Le Nost, Executive fully augmented scale simulation mode, leading digital audio workstations, ative, immersive audio experiences. Director, Creative Technologies at L and binaural output capabilities. The show control software, and game Immediately available for download, Acoustics. “It is the perfect tool to work upgraded engine, now deployed in engines. It also offers compatibil- it takes the power and versatility of on the pre-production of an L ISA live both software and hardware configura- ity with various 3D audio format the concert-proven L ISA technol- show or the sound design of a newly tions, provides sound designers, content outputs, including Dolby Atmos and creators, and mixing engineers with multi-channel configurations. the ability to hear content in any vir- Auditoria Director Scott Willsal- tual space of any given size and shape. len and his team are using L ISA Control strategies, sonic trajectories, Studio to design the immersive and sound system behaviors can all be sound experience for the Al Wasl defined and then demonstrated in real Dome, an immersive space at the time, streamlining the creative process center of Expo 2020 in Dubai. “We in its early stages and minimizing the all know how precious time is on a need for last-minute changes. show and how little of that time is Through L ISA Studio’s binaural en- allocated to sound,” he explains. “L gine, users can now create and monitor ISA Studio provides an exception- their spatialized audio content any- ally convenient platform for our where with headphones and optional content creators to audition their head tracking. Mixing engineers and content and precisely author object creators can deploy the software suite trajectories, giving them confidence in any multi channel mixing or record- in their work. The creative scope of L ing studio with up to 12 loudspeakers ISA is vast and L ISA Studio provides for multi channel monitoring. For a fully a tool that allows us to explore the portable L Acoustics powered 3D sound full potential of the immersive sound creation tool and listening experience, technology, without spending ad- L ISA Studio Software Suite for Multidimensional Audio Creation L ISA Studio can be paired with Contour ditional time on the show systems.”

May - June 2021 22 Audio & Music Production

Focusrite Acquires Sequential

Focusrite has announced the ac- Sequential has been a leading force quisition of Sequential an American in the resurgent popularity of analog synthesizer manufacturer led by synthesizers over the last decade. Its electronic instrument designer and instruments, which include the Prophet Grammy winner Dave Smith. 5 Rev4 polyphonic synth, Pro 3 hybrid Both companies stand to benefit monosynth, and Prophet X Samples + from the synergy created by the Synthesis keyboard, are known for their acquisition. The Focusrite Group will versatility, ease of use, and excellence of add the venerable Sequential line of sound. They are a mainstay of perform- instruments to its already-impressive ing and recording artists and can be portfolio of products, which includes seen and heard on countless stages and the acclaimed Focusrite, Focusrite recordings. Pro, Martin Audio, Optimal Audio, Focusrite Founder Phil Dudderidge ADAM Audio, Novation, and Ampify commented: “We’re excited and brands. Sequential will benefit pleased to add Sequential’s instruments from greater resources to expand and pedigree to Focusrite Group’s its global markets and future R&D portfolio of world-class audio and music efforts. production tools. Dave Smith’s history Dave Smith Founder of Sequential Sequential’s Dave Smith said, as an innovator speaks for itself. From “With Focusrite, we’ve found an ide- his creation of the world’s first fully al home and a perfect cultural and programmable polysynth, the Prophet subsidiary of Focusrite plc. Sequential’s exceptional and the company is technological fit. Phil Dudderidge 5, to his co-invention of MIDI, Dave has day-to-day operations and product de- run extremely well, and the passion and his team have a long history of literally changed the world of music velopment remain unchanged and will of the people at Sequential aligns quality, vision, and focus on what several times. We’re looking forward continue to be guided by Dave Smith perfectly with our Focusrite Group musicians and audio professionals to continuing his history of innovation and his team. ethos. It’s tremendously exciting to really want. We’re excited to join and expanding the global market for Tim Carroll, CEO of Focusrite Group, be able to bring Sequential into the such an industry powerhouse and Sequential’s instruments.” remarked, “Sequential is a premium Focusrite family, further the incred- contribute to our mutual success. I Under the terms of the agreement, analogue synth brand with a big stake ible journey that Dave Smith started, expect great things.” Sequential has become a wholly owned in music creation. The products are and keep growing together.”

FabFilter releases FabFilter Timeless 3 delay plug-in

FabFilter has announced FabFilter architecture and limitless modulation tion yet, delivering epic echo-based multimode filters with which to sculpt Timeless 3, the latest version of tape system, it’s the go-to plugin for both effects of unrivalled clarity, presence, your delays. Each filter is instantiated delay plugin. Timeless 3 introduces a bread-and-butter echoes and spectacu- and character. and adjusted directly in the interac- streamlined new interface, five feed- lar creative effects. Timeless 3 enables users to design tive filter display, and offers a choice of back circuit effects, more filters, up FabFilter has upgraded and opti- even the most intricate delay effects high-pass, low-pass, band-pass, bell, to 16 delay taps, improved filter and mized its analog-modeling algorithms faster and more efficiently than ever. shelf and notch modes. Apply all six in saturation algorithms, a revised preset from top to bottom. The results are its The all-new delay display provides intui- series or parallel, or with three filters on library, and more. With its dual-delay warmest filters and smoothest satura- tive visualization and tweaking of delay each L/R channel for cross feedback-en- time, feedback and mix hanced stereo effects. Whether dialed in settings, while the interac- for precision equalization or modulated tive filter display makes for acrobatic feedback manipulation, shaping the frequency Timeless 3’s filters put no limits on your response a snap and the frequency shaping and sound incred- full screen mode expands ible. the GUI for maximum The factory preset library has been focus. Modulation sources rebuilt from the ground up to maximize and targets now visual- its usability, incorporating Timeless ize modulation signals 3’s new feedback effects and filters, with animated collars and and reorganized to make it easier to tracks, and the new source find the effect needed for any situa- flow area provides an tion. From focused instrument-specific engaging overview of all treatments, dubbed-out echo-scapes active modulations. and spacious reverbs to a vast range of Color the sound of the complex modulation-based special FX, delays with Timeless 3’s the Timeless 3 preset library is bursting five new ‘one-knob’ feed- with inspirational setups for use in their back effect modules. own right, or as jumping-off points for Timeless 3 provides six creating original patches. Timeless 3 with updated Analog-Modeling Algorithm

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The use of Switchers in complex networked AV environments has increased significantly, es- pecially to enhance the hybrid workplace environment. Matrix Switchers allow the routing or switching of audio and video signals from multiple input sources to one or several output devices. This month’s product focus features a lineup of Switchers and Matrices. The feature is intended as a guide and does not endorse any of the featured products.

ATLONA - AT-OPUS-RX41 Switcher

AT-OPUS-RX41 is a 4×1 HDMI and HDBaseT switcher/receiver and member of the Opus Series of 4K HDR signal distribution and extension products. The OPUS- RX41 offers three HDMI inputs for local devices, plus one HDBaseT input to receive video, embedded audio, Ethernet pass-through, power, and bidirectional control signals over distances up to 330 feet (100 meters). Supporting 4K/UHD @ 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling, and high dynamic range formats such as HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision, the OPUS-RX41 is the perfect complement to Opus Series matrix switchers, including the AT-OPUS-46M (4×6); AT-OPUS-68M (6×8); and AT-OPUS- 810M (8×10). It is ideal for displaying 4K/UHD HDR content from either a centralized matrix switcher or one of the connected local sources. The OPUS-RX41 includes an number of key features that enhance functionality as well as help simplify residential and light commercial deployments. Extension of CEC as well as bidirectional IR and RS-232 signals over HDBaseT allows a control system connected to the OPUS-RX41 to select inputs on the matrix or control its sources, and allows the matrix to control the local room display. The advanced HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) routes audio from a smart TV to TOSLINK for local audio playback as well as through HDBaseT to an OPUS matrix switcher for whole house audio distribution. EDID management, selectable 4K to 1080p downscaling, and HDCP 2.2 support with select- able down-conversion to HDCP 1.4 ensure compatibil- ity with legacy HD displays. Remote power allows the device to be powered by an Opus matrix switcher, for convenient installation at a display or projector without a local power supply.

WYRESTORM - EXP-SW-0401-H2 SWITCHER

The EXP-SW-0401-H2 is specifically tailored to meet the demands of modern Residential installations. The latest addition to the WyreStorm Essentials switcher range, the EXP-SW-0401-H2 now offers H2 features, plus the same value and reliability found in its predecessors. This new and improved 4x1 supports the same great features such as auto-switching and passive HDMI power and upgraded to include support the full 18Gbps bandwidth HDMI 2.0 offers, all while supporting all HDR content, including HLG, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision! The EXP-SW- 0401-H2 showcases a low profile and ultra slim chassis for greater installation convenience without giving up strength and quality. This allows the device to be installed under a table or desk for neat, discreet integration. WyreStorm’s variety of Essentials Switchers offers lossless duplication and distribution of a single HDMI UHD or HD source to multiple outputs for a flexible and reliable solution supporting resolutions up to 4K. EDID and HDCP device communication are automatically negotiated, truly making a plug-and-play device.

May - June 2021 26 Key Digital - KD-UFS42 SWITCHER

KD-UFS42 4K 18G universal format switcher featuring four inputs (two HDMI, one VGA, and one display port), HDMI and HDBaseT mirrored outputs with included receiver, audio de- embedding, CEC Manager, and auto switching. With a launch date of September 2020, the cost-effective KD-UFS42 joins the company’s exten- sive product line of Presentation Solutions that are KD-App and .KD-Plug and Present ready. Utilizing the front buttons of the system, users can easily control power, volume, and muting of the CEC- supported displays or projectors connected to the included KD-X40MRx HDBaseT receiver unit and the HDMI output. Auto switching on the KD-UFS42 supports the automatic selection of newly detected sources and switching from newly disconnected sources via Hot Plug Detection volt- age when enabled. When installed on a network, KD-UFS42 can be scanned and detected with Key Digital’s free KD-App for switching video source selec- tion, CEC management of the displays/projectors, and control of integrated Key Digital audio amplifier and conferencing camera. Multiple systems may even be installed and uniquely controlled on the same network with the KD- App thanks to KD-UFS42’s ability to assign a discreet name to each switcher. KD-App and Key Digital Management Software Professional offer installers a truly integrated system without the hassle of programming. The KD-UFS42 is fully controllable by all TCP/IP RS-232 supported control systems via open API including Compass Control Pro and third-party control systems.

Extron - MSW Mini Switchers

The Extron MSW Series comprises four input, active mini switchers for switching composite video, S-video, and SDI video signals. All three models include two parallel outputs which simplify video system designs by eliminating the need for a separate vid- eo distribution amplifier. The MSW 4SV rs model, for S-video sources, features a built-in video encoder for simultaneous output of S-video and composite video. The MSW 4V SDI features two re-clocked SDI - Serial Digital Outputs that comply with the SMPTE 259 M digital video standards. All MSW models are equipped with front panel, contact closure, and RS-232 serial control. In addition, the switchers can be set for input Auto-switching allows any input to be selected automatically when the switcher detects an active source making it ideal for automatic routing and unattended operation. They are housed in a durable, 1U one-quarter rack width metal enclosure and include an external, internation- al power supply. Using RS-232 serial commands, systems can be controlled and con- figured via the Extron Windows- based control program, or integrated into third-party control systems. It comes with a rack-mountable 1U, quarter rack width metal enclosure and includes External international power supply.

Kramer - AFM-20DSP Matrix

AFM-20DSP a matrix with DSP and interchangeable inputs and output that provides configuration flexibility and eliminates I/O limitations with its 20 inter- changeable analog audio ports, letting AV professionals get more functionality for less real estate. AFM-20DSP also packs 8 AEC channels, auto feedback suppres- sion, Dante support, built-in Hi-Z and Lo-Z 120W power amplification, and complete DSP functionality powered by Xilica Audio who has been a prominent name in the development of class-leading configurable DSP systems since its establishment in 2002. Not overlooking video requirements, AFM-20DSP provides HDMI embedding and de-embedding at 4K60 4:2:0. AFM 20DSP even boasts both fixed and open architecture, enabling AV professionals to use predefined sound configurations or configure a system from scratch. AFM-20DSP can be easily integrated in existing AV installations but is ideal for the most demanding board- rooms, multipurpose spaces, auditoriums, sports bars, houses of worship, live events, broadcast facilities, and recording studios.

27 May - June 2021 CORPORATE FEATURE: SOUND RENTAL COMPANY

From Rental Company to manufacturer and innovator, Nixon Johnny has guided and grown NJSM from a two-person com- pany to a fifty-person company, con- tinuing to expand into virtual events with NJSM Virtual Studio, following 25 years of continued growth and commitment. Johnny shares the success story.

The NJSM crew gears up for a live concert NJSM Marks a Milestone in the Business of Sound

ith a steady and growing facing its largest crunch. The facts are wasn’t seeing its brightest times and expertise to service the entertainment business, venturing into that currently, we’re all just surviving. they needed an alternate for the industry. In-person live events were off multiple facets of sound and These trying times, have however organization to shine through these the table, with an infectious disease Wsound development, NJSM has stood bought about crazy ideas that ensure dark days. Partnering with BNA Talent, bringing the global economy to a the test of time, weathering storms and that NJSM will survive to face another (Artist Management company), they standstill. NJSM then created an alter- emerging an industry leader in its 25th day and soar in the coming years.” Said, launched the NJSM Virtual Studio. To- nate path, to bring live entertainment Year. Nixon Johnny, Director NJSM. gether they had the space, the sound into the client’s devices. Using an array “We’re telling you our story, during a Circa March 2020 NJSM knew the equipment, the video equipment of internet service, and a spectacularly time, when the sound rental industry is traditional model of sound rental and an unbeatable array of technical path breaking team, they took on this

May - June 2021 28 challenge and have ensured that they are able to sustain, grow and scale the NJSM Virtual Studio. In 1996, Nixon Johnny was one of the first few sound rental companies to buy and rent out branded speakers. He bought into the market Yamaha and JBL and stood neck to neck with the other big sound companies in Mumbai. With a humble beginning and a techni- cal education and primarily fueled by a passion for sound, music, Nixon and NJSM manufactured their speaker box- es with locally sourced components. The inventory that Nixon built helped NJSM take baby steps into the space of sound rental. The year 2010 was a pivot year for NJSM when the company acquired their first line array system, the DB Technologies (DVA:T4). Acquiring an inventory of over 32 boxes took NJSM into the league of big players. NJSM started servicing large concert type shows and private events and took Nixon Johnny, Director NJSM does a sound check before a live event over as the go-to sound vendor for a host of college show. NJSM’s presence grew consistently and spread across “The understanding and belief that onward. Today we sit in a different ships, Growth and success. We have India because of its ability to provide working together with people of differ- world and, NJSM prepares to be ready come through sheer perseverance and, great sound quality and technically ent mindsets is one of the meaningful for the next phase. The three-pronged we can’t wait to view the next phase managed sound requirement. This was attributes of an organization that has key to success has been Sound tech- of NJSM in times to come,” concludes just the beginning. helped sustain its growth from 1996 nical knowledge, People and partner- Nixon.

The Growth Story A complete self-funded company, powering itself on the hard work and excellent service, in 2016, NJSM quickly learned top-level inventory and tech- nical skills. With a goal to be able to service the major types of events, live concerts with the biggest names in the event industry, NJSM, grew into one of the most recognized names in the rental space. NJSM quickly built its inven- tory to include brands like D&B and L-Acoustics. The team hired talented sound engineers and technicians to hone their technical skills and deliver the best-on-ground sound events. Another milestone was adding 2 AVID S6L Larger Format Boards. As the inventory grew with their technical sound team, NJSM contin- ued to scale new heights, delivering sound for events like Vishal-Shekar Live shows in Goa, SUNBURN by Percept’s KSHMR, KYGO tours for their Kolkata & Mumbai chapters, Nucleya in Belgaum and Amit Trivedi in Mum- bai. These major events helped bag other shows with the help of super-re- views and feedback from all partners and vendors. Winners All; The NJSM team who won the award for Best Sound Rental company at the PALM Sound NJSM, over time, has invested in the & Light Awards 2018 pose with other winners. From l-r: Raghu Ramankutty, Warren D’souza, Sachit right set of people and partnered with Subramanian, Sunil Karanjikar, Sancheth Suvarna, Nixon Johnny and Nikhil Mulay various companies to walk forward.

29 May - June 2021 PRODUCT SHEETS

Exterity AvediaStream m9605 Media Player

The AvediaStream m9605 Media Player provides the ability to seamlessly integrate both 4K video and smooth, detailed 4K graphics and animations into digital signage for an enhanced and captivating visual experience where the very highest quality of graphical detail is required. It features an Intel Core CPU, high-capacity on-device solid state storage and a quiet fan less design. The AvediaStream m9605 is designed specifically for discerning audiences and delivery of the quality image and video display. The release of the AvediaStream m9605 Media Player co- incides with a number of new features being added to ArtioSign, Exterity’s Digital Signage + IPTV in One application. The AvediaStream m9405 Media Player now provides the ability to play two full-HD video streams simultaneously in an ArtioSign landscape signage layout – which is ideal for applications where a main video, such as live or recorded TV, is displayed alongside promotional video ads in, for example, a sta- dium concourse. ArtioSign now also supports signage touch input on Samsung SSSP6, with users capable of selecting and playing from a video list, exiting video playback, adjusting volume settings, seeking forwards and backwards through video and pausing/restarting video.

Novastar H5 & H9 Series Video Splicing Processor

H series an all-in-one splicer and controller capable of handling up to 130 million pixels with 4K video processing, the H series make it perfectly suitable for driving ultra-large walls for fine-pitch application and simplifies system integration. The H series offers modular design for both inputs and outputs with up to 8- custom inputs and 200 LED outputs including HDMI(1.4 or 2.0), DVI, DP(1.1 or 1.2), SDI, CVBS, VGA input cards and IP card. H Series gives you the convenience to control your display directly with each LED output card, using 16x RJ45 with 2x 10G fiber ports or 20 x RJ45. H Series supports up to 160 2K open layers or 40 4K open layers. Each LED output card supports 16 x 2K open layers or 4x 4K open layers, giving you maximum creative control. Each input and output supports RGB 4:4:4, HDR and EDID Manage- ment. Embedded intuitive drag and drop web-based interface front-panel monitor- ing allows for easy control. Up to 2000 user-defined presets for quick applications, and automatic scheduling with fade-in and fade-out effect, gives users the creative tools to complete the job. Advanced user management allows up to 50 users in local network to control simultaneously. The control system software supports Windows/ Mac OS/ iPad/ App control. The H Series offers ultra-low latency. Entire system latency is 2 frames, compared to the 5 frames latency of traditional solutions.

TOA Canada Corporation A-800D Digital Mixer Amplifier

The A-800D Digital Mixer Amplifier provides maximum flexibility with up to eight inputs and up to 480W of power. The intuitive browser based control and monitoring from anywhere reduces your time troubleshooting and adjusting systems. With two available 900 series module slots and TOA’s legendary quality and reliability makes this a perfect fit for background and foreground music, paging, and noise masking applications. The inter- face allows end users to view input and output levels and amplifier status from the office location. This remote control permits adjustments to the speaker volume by both the web browser and optional remote volume controller. The A-800D Digital Mixer Amplifier inte- grates with TOA’s VM-3000 emergency voice announcement system. This enhancement accepts emergency calls, which mutes or overrides local sound, like background music, and broadcasts the announcement. What makes this piece of equipment indispensable is the flexibility of inputs that increase the settings in which the A-800 can be utilized. There is a wide variety of TOA 900 series input modules, including the SP-11N VoIP phone paging module, the NM-1 noise masking module, or the WTU-M9800 AM wireless microphone receiver module. The Class D amplifier with onboard DSP and assignable input priorities stands above the rest in its genre, boost- ing TOA’s dominate amplifier offering.

May - June 2021 30 PRODUCT SHEETS

ScreenBeam ScreenBeam Conference

ScreenBeam Conference is a contactless wireless presentation platform with agnostic support for all major video conferencing services to support hybrid work environments. It allows content on the room display to be shared with remote meeting participants to provide a better collaborative experience between in-room and remote participants. Host devices are automatically connected wirelessly to room cameras, microphones, and soundbars providing flexibility beyond that of traditional UC room systems without the technical limitations. With ScreenBeam Conference, hosts gain complete control of how they want to run their meeting. Users can override the meeting room system to use their personal choice of video conferencing tool, as well as launch and drive the UC meeting from their personal device. By building agnostic support for video conferencing solutions on top of ScreenBeam contactless wireless display, users never touch shared room dongles, cables or tablets to ensure a safer user experience. ScreenBeam deployment is easy and flexible with HDMI output for wireless connections to room displays, multiple USB ports to connect to room peripherals, and with HDMI ingest with auto-switching, the possibilities become endless. ScreenBeam 1100 Plus can easily connect into a traditional UC room system to provide a contactless wireless presentation experience on any Windows, Apple or Chrome device.

TvONE CORIOmaster2 Video Processor

The CORIOmaster2 is a, multi-window video processor delivering unprec- edented processing power with more pixels. CORIOmaster2 supports more windows with higher quality than ever before with uncompromised 4K60 and 8K ready performance. CORIOmaster2 include high bandwidth, huge design canvas and 8K ready architecture. With 752 Gb/ sec of bandwidth, it can simultaneously display 40 windows in 4K60 4:4:4 with ultra-low latency. It offers AV designers access to triple 64k x 64k canvasses, with up to 12.3 Giga-pixels of design space, enough to accommodate the most exceptional creative vision. The unit is 8K ready, future-proofing tvONE customers’ investment in their video processor. The CORIO engine within CORIOmaster2 delivers unique scaling potential. Customers can deploy fixed or flexible scalers to match their workflow and have access to smart, dynamic windowing with layering or transitions. The modular design of CORIOmaster2 scales from two to 32 inputs and four to 56 outputs, allowing AV, IP, broadcast and legacy AV sources to be routed to LED displays, edge blended projectors or flat panel displays. CORIOmaster2 also offers users a low energy footprint, operating from dual redundant 400W power supplies, reducing the cost of ownership.

Sharp 8M-B120C LCD Display

The 8M-B120C is equipped with a 4m² LCD panel, using 33 million pixels that achieve resolu- tion four times more than 4K Ultra HD and 16 times the resolution of Full HD. The display repro- duces images at a higher resolution, delivering significant benefits to an increasing number of businesses, in sectors including broadcast, design and medicine, and high-pressure data-inten- sive environments such as air traffic control and trading floors. The 8K display offers exceptional picture quality and enhanced color accuracy due to the wide color-gamut and optimized LED backlight. The HDR (High Dynamic Range) further improves the depth of the image by increasing the contrast and color range creating a more saturated and natural image. The display deliv- ers brightness of 600 cd/m² and up to 1000 cd/m² at peak levels working in tandem with local dimming of up to 2048 zones, delivering a high level of contrast. 8M-B120C uses a frame double, with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, or up to 120 images per second, twice the speed of most modern displays (60Hz). This reduces motion blur during fast movements, making action scenes appear more realistic. Four HDMI2.0a 4K ports allow for the seamless input of 8K signal or a 2x2 split screen. The inclusion of one HDMI2.1 port allows users to connect devices with a single cable and a bandwidth up to 48 Gbit/s.

31 May - June 2021 Lighting

Astera Extends the AX Range with the New AX2 PixelBar

Astera has launched its new AX2 even wash of light across its entire path. to produce a product as flexible Pixel Bar product- a linear wash fix- Utilising Astera’s acclaimed Titan LED and attractive as possible, ture with wireless control, onboard light engine, the AX2 features a high CRI including making the battery, individually addressable and TCLI and can produce a beautifully fixture IP65 rated LEDs, ultra-high colour rendering, refined range of perfect colour temper- for exterior fabulous digital colour calibration atures from 1750 to 20000 Kelvin. The use. and a 21-degree beam. digital calibration allows it to precisely The AX2 is fully wirelessly con- reproduce any colour or gel filter. trolled and engineered, that comes The AX2 pixel bar includes a package with a complete range of tools of smart feet, hangers, and connectable are still to provide solutions for multiple end caps with integrated airline track using it lighting applications and sectors units that can be assembled in numer- while others applicable for concert touring, live ous ways. The quick connect system for have asked us for events, TV productions, architectural attaching two or more units is designed years when we will and installations. to maintain a consistent pixel pitch offer another wash fixture. The AX2 PixelBar is an exten- between conjoined fixtures, and the I am happy to announce that sion of the Astera AX range which feet can be loosened to assist in angling we now have a worthy successor, includes LightDrops and LED PARs. It a row of AX2s uniformly along its entire packed with the latest technology is currently available in two versions, length. Works well for illuminating such as the Titan LED engine and a 1 metre fixture with 16 x 10W LEDs larger surfaces like walls and set pieces. auto-addressing which detects all AX2 Pixel Bar and 50cm fixture with 8 x 10W LEDs. They can be controlled via the the connected lights and assigns with digital caliber It is used for wall, backdrop or sur- AsteraApp and inbuilt Lumen Radio reproduces color individual DMX addresses. The AX2 face washing luminaires that offers wireless CRMX, in addition to a physical or gel filter was well worth the wait!” practical and quality lighting options 5-pin XLR socket and Powercon in / out “We believe AX2 will appeal to similar to other Astera products connectors for running a wired option, Astera Sales Director Sebastian lighting professionals working across and is compatible with the AX and making it extremely straightforward to Bückle commented, “Ten years ago, a broad range of sectors and will also Titan ranges. The optics focus the daisy-chain AX2s. In this product, Astera we offered a battery-powered LED bar be appreciated by those currently lightsources and colour mixing and has addressed the needs of multiple which was one of our most popular using other Astera products in their homogeneity that ensure a smooth production disciplines and scenarios products at the time, and some people lighting designs and schemes.”

CHAUVET Professional Releases the New Ovation Rêve E-3

CHAUVET Professional unveils the formance. When creating whites with a presets from 2800 K to 8000 K with high fan speeds make it possible to eliminate new Ovation Rêve E-3 quiet fixture. The 95+ CRI and high TM-30 RF, it delivers CRI and CQS. even the faintest sounds completely, Ovation Rêve E-3 creates an unlimited a level of brightness equal to that of a Brightness levels are greater when while the fixture’s adjustable PWM array of vivid colors as well as variable 750-1000W incandescent fixture. It also the Rêve E-3 is creating realistic colors, ensures flicker operation on-camera. whites. Incorporating advanced features a linear ranging from soft pastels to bold The design allows the yoke of the LED technology, the fixture CCT adjustment primaries, with its RGBAM LED engine. Rêve E-3 to be shortened without being allows theatres, broadcast with +/- Green Its “mint” color LED has been shown to removed to provide a convenient solu- studios, houses of worship and to match other be more efficient at producing a much tion for hanging in broadcast studios other users to get more for sources light brighter output as well as higher quality or any room with a low ceiling. The fix- their lighting investment by sources in a whites and colors. ture’s integrated handle makes focusing serving as both a variable rig, and color “The Rêve E-3 represents an impor- faster and easier, and as an added time white and color rendering temperature tant advance for Ovation,” said Albert saver, its Focus Mode can be accessed unit. Chauvet, CEO of Chauvet. “Being from a dedicated button. The Ovation Rêve E-3 able to create colors as well as whites The new advanced Rêve E-3 works performs double duty reduces the number of fixtures needed with all lens tubes, whether it is used without sacrificing in a production. This saves space on the on existing Ovation features as well as brightness or per- rig and in the warehouse, as well as on lenses from some other manufacturers, the truck, which makes it an ideal fixture saving costs for anyone adding this in- for our industry as we emerge from the novative breakthrough product to a rig. pandemic.” “Our goal in developing this fixture The Rêve E-3 has the output to was to provide our customers with ensure even coverage from any hang greater flexibility,” saidChauvet . “We point in theatres of all sizes. Precision wanted to offer them a fixture that can optics helps the fixture deliver edge- create both white and colored light, a to-edge focus to minimize any shift in fixture that could deliver greater output, focus between colors. yet still be silent. This is our way of The Rêve E-3 is virtually silent, making delivering greater value to the market it well suited for applications where ul- at a time when value is needed more Reve E-3 with RGBAM Engine tra-quiet operation is valued. Selectable than ever.”

May - June 2021 32 Lighting DMF Lighting Provides CI Channel with Guaranteed 10-Year Warranty

DMF Lighting has today announced tom integrators outstanding Lighting. “Our Brand Promise guaran- a new initiative, the DMF Promise. “The to adopt light products and tees quality and customer satisfaction, DMF Promise represents our continued fixtures as part solutions that instilling confidence in the products commitment to custom integrators,” of their business are tested with and offering peace of mind with every said Mike Libman, National Sales model. This was a the most rigor- installation.” Director, and Residential Systems. DMF natural extension ous engineer- “DMF understands what’s important launched the DID series, specifically of the business ing protocols to me. The 10-year warranty and dim- designed for custom integrators, at the model – Guar- to ensure com- ming compatibility guarantee makes end of 2020, and now the DMF Promise anteed Reliabil- patibility with me confident my clients will be satisfied increases the warranty for the DID series ity, Guaranteed every popular with the lights in their homes,” com- to 10 years. It also guarantees universal Compatibility, control system mented Zach Simpson, Vice President dimming compatibility and offers direct and Guaranteed specified by of Design at SoundVision, LLC. “The tech support to a DMF engineer, for the Support. our custom- DMF Promise is additional proof of DMF integrator dedicated product line. “We are proud ers,” said Andy Lighting’s commitment to being a com- DMF Lighting advocates for cus- to provide our dealer partners with Wakefield, Senior Vice President, DMF pany that is easy to do business with.”

Elation Blends Modern Technology and Classic Design with the New KL PAR FC

Elation Professional has launched this new full-color LED PAR light in the and soft-field pastels, including tunable any professional lighting system the new KL PAR FC. Elation has company’s popular KL “Key Light” Se- white light. like a 7.5” color frame and multiple taken modern technology and ries. Ideal for broadcast environments, The unit produces quality of light included lens choices (11°, 22°, 30°, paired it with classic design to create film, theatre, or any production requir- with high CRI (92) and TLCI (95) values, 52°) that are easy to replace in the ing outstanding meaning that color re-creation are ex- field. Optional items include 7.5” color quality, the tremely accurate both to the eye and to barn doors, an extra-wide 90° lens, KL PAR FC is a the camera. Output is up to 11,000 field and a 23° ovalizer lens. highly effec- lumens - equivalent to existing 750W DMX controllable (six DMX tive key, fill, and tungsten PAR fixtures. modes, 1 – 17 channels) with full area wash light Optimized for the specific require- RDM support, it offers intuitive man- source. ments of broadcast, the KL PAR FC can ual control for standalone operation The KL PAR adjust for light that shifts away from when desired for instant control of FC houses an pure white towards green or magenta intensity, color temperature, green efficient 280W through a green-magenta shift adjust- shift and other important settings. RGBMA LED ment and a virtual gel library. Capable Exceptionally bright output, engine with CCT of matching the white balance for precise color temperature con- adjustments camera, users can easily shift the color trol, full spectrum color rendering possible from temperature without the use of plus/ and even wash coverage – all in a 2,400K - 8,500K minus green gels and filters. Addition- traditional PAR form factor – make for precise color ally, the LED refresh rate can adjust so the KL PAR FC an excellent choice temperature there is no flickering when used with for today’s fast-paced production control. The high-speed cameras. environments. The KL Series also full-spectrum The KL PAR FC comes with a number encompasses warm-white and cold- LED engine emits of other useful features that make it white models, as well as a full-color- diffused saturates an even more flexible complement to spectrum LED soft panel light. KL PAR FC with spectrum LED soft panel

Prolights Launches the New IP-rated moving beam light - Astra Beam260IP

Prolights has launched its new near-zero maintenance cycle, reduc- doesn’t require regular internal cleaning flagshipAstra Beam260IP, an IP-rated ing operating costs like cleaning and or service. However, users have access moving beam light. The Astra Beam- re-lamping. The Astra Beam260IP pro- to the modular and easily accessible in- 260IP is sharper, brighter, and yet duces a parallel 2°, high-contrast, pure ternal parts and whereupon assembled, more compact and lightweight. With beam of light with an extraordinary its sealing can be easily checked with improved technology, performance and output of half a million lux at 10 meters. the Prolights IP Test Box. flexibility the fixture can be used for any The Astra Beam260IP has a rugged The Astra Beam260IP is made to Indoor or outdoor applications. and completely sealed chassis made of withstand all-weather conditions. The The Astra Beam260IP includes a new aluminum alloy, with internal compo- fixture offers a wide choice of control lamp, made by OSRAM. The Sirius HRI nents treated with an IP coating, guar- options including DMX & RDM in/ 260W PRO lamp has a long-life span anteeing real IP65 water and dust-tight through, Wireless DMX & RDM, and of 6,000 hours that, combined with a Astera beam 260IP with an IP rated design for lasting outdoor applications. Ethernet protocols such as Art-Net and completely sealed enclosure, brings a moving beam light Since it’s completely sealed, the fixture sACN in/through.

33 May - June 2021 Lighting

Robe Launches New T2 Profile Luminaire

Robe Lighting unveils the new T2 consistency. (Less Optical Cleaning) reduces the Profile luminaire that is crafted for The T2 Profile incorporates technolo- levels of airborne particles across multiple applications – theatre, tele- gies like adjustable CCT – from 2,700K the optical elements, boosting the vision, auditoriums, stages, concert to 8,000K – together with Data-Swatch overall performance and light qual- environments, etc., – the T2 Profile for the quick selection of 237 authentic ity of the fixture, and it also reduces produces over 17,500 lumens - mea- pre-programmed colors and tones the time needed for routine cleaning sured at the front lens - via its 850W including the most frequently used and maintenance. MSL source, to throw beautiful high- whites. The T2 Profile has been engi- quality light over long distances. A high CRI of 95+ add the skin tones, neered by Robe to include all the The fixture’s quietness is ideal while Robe’s L3 – Low Light Linear- functionality like fast, easy CMY where noise is crucial including ity – and uber-smooth 18-bit dimming color control; a separate +/- green classical concerts or recitals and enable fades-to-black. EMS stabilization hue control channel; an impressive dramas – where you could still hear keeps the fixture steady whatever is 5°– 55° zoom; variable 1° and 5° in- the proverbial pin drop with a full happening around it, and the Cpulse terchangeable frosts with full zoom rig of T2s. It can be used in conjunc- flicker-free management is essential range capability; two gobo wheels T2 Profile with adjustable tion with Robe’s smaller T1 series when working with cameras and vision – one static and one rotating; an ani- CCT Values fixtures, as both feature the MSL LED systems. mation wheel; two rotating prisms engines and therefore produce an Other features include the RCC (Robe lows self-calibration of the LED engine and precise four individual plane identical multi-spectral color mixing Colour Calibration) system which al- without using any external tools. AirLOC framing shutter system.

Martin by HARMAN Debuts VDO LED Hybrid Lighting Fixture

HARMAN Professional Solutions has but is much larger ing designers working in concert/tour- introduced the Martin by HARMAN with higher, full- ing and TV shows, the VDO Atomic Bold VDO Atomic Bold creative LED lighting color LED lumen is also a perfect fit for corporate clients fixture. Delivering a range of function- output. In addition and customers in the high-profile night- ality to support a range of applica- to its octagonal- club market. tions, the VDO Atomic Bold combines shaped design that “Creative LED offers lighting design- industry- leading features, looks and offers single light or ers so many opportunities to reflect effects to take its place as one of the large array configu- the vision of the artist and to uniquely most sophisticated hybrid LED fixtures ration options, the capture and illustrate the story being on the market. VDO Atomic Bold told onstage,” said Wouter Verlinden, High lumen output, tungsten emula- features control via Martin Creative LED Product Manager. tion, smart interlocking mechanics Martin’s proprietary “When we heard from designers just and a compact footprint make the P3 software and how many uses they were getting out VDO Atomic Bold powerfully versatile. Art-Net, sACN and of the VDO Atomic Dot, we knew that Combining an audience blinder, strobe DMX protocols, the next step in the family evolution light, creative LED pixel/surface (beam allowing fixtures would be an even larger fixture that and aura) and stage wash; the VDO to be driven from could accomplish the same goals but Atomic Bold equips lighting designers a console, a video be bigger, bolder, in full color and offer with an incredible palette of application source or a mix of even more configuration choices. Our possibilities. both. engineering team raised the bar with The fixture retains the same preci- While it is the VDO Atomic Bold, and we believe sion interlocking mechanics and same targeted to support it will empower and inspire designers rental customers to push the boundaries of design and universal cabling with a similar to its VDO Atomic Bold with smart popular sibling, the VDO Atomic Dot, interlocking mechanics and set and light- application.”

SGM launches Q-8 studio fixture

SGM has launched Q-8 a Dual- size and low power consumption It is a waterproof Source touring fixture that is made of the Q-7 series, the ergonomy of studio light for close to the quality standards of a studio the Q-10, and the powerful strobe / distances, a strobe fixture. The evolution of the Q-7 blinder of the G-7 in 2 separated linear effect for touring, and brings to market a combined 57,000 arrays. This high-TLCI DualSource a direct view fixture lumens strobe blinder, and a 53,000 luminaire features RGBW mixing, in a lightweight and lumens studio-quality floodlight pixel-mapping control, 110º and 84° robust design: the de- with TLCI 90+ (TruColor+). spread angles, and all the benefits finitive mid-size flood/ Q-8 Dual-Source fixture The Q-8 combines the compact of magnetic easy-fit filter frames. blinder. with studio quality floodlight

May - June 2021 34 The Bright Spark Viraf Pocha International Day of Light

ook Up and into the Light. It may when he is called up to fill a function. recently did people question Llook dim and distant. But reassure AND he does it so well and so efficiently how light was being delivered yourself that it still burns. We must – that everybody is totally surprised at and the huge use (Wastage?) go closer to it, kindle it and be this amazing discovery of a NEW talent. of energy to deliver light. We only warmed and illuminated by it. May 16 is the International day of got concerned when we realised The surroundings look bleak. Light. A Huge opportunity for every- the dangers to the environment. LED There is much to be disheartened body who has anything to do with seemed the perfect answer. about, But only if you let it get to light. I see the sound guys getting up Today in Hindsight – It seems clear you. to leave. Please stay a moment and that LED’s inability to replicate natural We are surrounded by Guru’s who recollect. When was the last time you light has led to a huge appreciation of beam at us from screens and ask us did a concert without Light? Good the properties of natural light. That has to use this time wisely and better Light, Bad Light – whatever. You could sparked studies and data gathering, ourselves. Sell inspiration by the Kilo. see the musician right. Did you not wish which in turn has enabled LED technol- All of you are smart and energetic. at some point you had a great lighting ogy to be refined. in Mumbai or Delhi. I have seen That’s not hard sell. Nobody in their guy whose stage visual was so fantastic I see an opportunity here to explore. architects and builders in the smaller right minds can last in our crazy that nobody notices when you pushed So much attention is now being paid cities first blindly importing lighting events world because it’s comfort- the wrong fader? (and naturally investment will follow) in equipment copied from other able and easy. I’m sure that all of us So grab a cold something and listen using lighting to shade public spaces. projects. Once installed, they express know kids who get drawn into our up. Today the tools and principals that dissatisfaction but can’t find answers world, chasing glamour and glory. Our Government has asked us to be we used to use to light performance in the traditional Indian centres. No A few days of being yelled at for self-sufficient. A Lot of people hear that spaces can be multiplied and scaled up worry – The net has brought all the absolutely no fault of theirs will put as every man for themselves. If that to create artificial light systems in huge wisdom of the world to them and so an end to those dreams. works for you great – Good Luck to You. public spaces. I have seen projects in remote areas Only the tough will survive. I personally see this as an incentive In India let’s start with simple stadium that can be envied. They have also Most will run home shaken by the amassed awards, both national and total lack of glamour and celebrity. international. But still don’t get the The ones who stay will be those It seems clear that LED’s inability to attention they deserve. stubborn ones – filled with equal But I believe it is critical mass portions of foolish pride and stupid replicate natural light has led to a huge theory. It’s just a matter of time until defiance. The only thought in their appreciation of the properties of natural the body of good work will catch the brains – Who the hell does he think nation’s attention and then the field he is. I’m better than him. I’ll show light. That has sparked studies and data will explode. In my view the Covid him. gathering, which in turn has enabled LED crisis will only accelerate this change. Aha – now the devil is calling you This pandemic has already set our to the dark side, where no light is technology to be refined. I see this as an minds to accept the new normal. But allowed to spill backstage. opportunity here to explore. nobody knows what the new normal You have a choice. Take a short will be. The world is re setting. We cut. Stay Hollow and fool everybody expect and anticipate this change. on how clever you are. OR dig in Yes the focus is on the terrible your heels. Look for - things that are happening around 1. Mates who will stand with you, for small communities to form around lighting. I urge you to be a bit light us. But I urge you to look deeply into through thick and thin. each other and protect ourselves as a sensitive and see the quality of flood our own community for ideas that 2. A Boss who will let your ambi- unit. We will have days when we are lighting over cricket stadiums across are boiling and whose time may tions thrive and compensate you strong and can protect others. Just as India. How the newer ones are so much have come just as soon as we exit somewhat fairly. inevitably we will have days on which gentler and pleasing than the older this crisis. The short cut seeking fellows will we will need to draw on the strengths ones. Of Course it is difficult to see on I hope for all our sakes that the initially rise very fast. But it’s only a of those around us. That is the law and TV, as cameras can compensate – But International Light day on May 16, matter of time until they are forced balance of nature. one tiny indication is the quality and 2021 opens our eyes on how to to look down. By then it’s too late to Let me try to kick-start some ideas on sharpness of the shadows cast. When adapt our skill sets into the world do anything but collapse. How they the International Day of Light. you play in the day and have the shad- opening. react to this failure will form habits. Light is everywhere. We take it for ows of the stands creeping over the Designers and Idea people should Get Up and decide to go back to granted. That attitude continued in pitch – see how the artificial light takes lead with ideas and I hope a whole their initial instinct to fool even more Indoor spaces that needed artificial over from the natural light. It calls for eco system builds around the engi- people OR realise their lack of a light. For Centuries man struggled with a lot of patience. But if you sensitive to neers who work to realise the ideas foundation and set about acquiring getting any light into indoor spaces. it – It opens a huge career opportunity and truly make the world a better one. Before electricity it was impossible to if you can monetise your skills. place to live in. But then they are competing get a steady source of light. The mainte- Moving away from stadiums see against the other quiet fellow who nance of light with the burning of some how architectural lighting seems to be has had his head down. Nobody fuel caused huge by-products of both showing up everywhere, particularly is noticing how he is gathering smell and suffocation. in the smaller cities. I personally have wisdom and bettering himself. One And for years we were just grateful not seen exterior lighting being used THINK day an opportunity will surely arrive to get any light in the dark. Only very effectively in any large township project

35 May - June 2021 Audiovisual Nureva appoints Nvincy Solutions as its distributor in India

Nureva has announced the ap- Sullivan’s senior industry direc- pointment of Nvincy Solutions as its tor for the Connected Work distributor in India. Nvincy has begun to Business Unit ICT. “Nureva’s introduce Nureva’s HDL200 audio con- audio systems are constantly ferencing system to the Indian market, pushing the boundaries of where there is an increasing need for technology to stay on the reliable audio to support the country’s leading edge and have helped growing hybrid workforce. Globally, to make meetings more intel- Nureva audio systems have been gain- ligent and engaging.” ing rapid adoption with customers. The pandemic has accelerat- Powered by patented Microphone ed the hybrid workforce trend Mist technology, the HDL200 system, by several years, and in India, along with the full line of Nureva audio businesses continue to support conferencing systems, brings clear, a geographically agnostic, reliable audio to meeting and learning distributed, dynamic workforce spaces. Microphone Mist technology with “anytime and anywhere” HDL 200 Audio Conferencing System with Microphone Mist technology fills a room with thousands of virtual access to remote collaboration. microphones so in-room participants A recent article in New Indian Express part of corporate strategy in India. Rec- is important for work to get done,” said can move around, maintain physical stated that India’s largest IT services ognizing this trend along with the criti- Saugato Siddhanta, Nvincy’s director. distance and still be heard clearly by firm, TCS, is planning to deploy a 25-25 cal nature of reliable audio conferenc- “We are honored to represent Nureva as remote participants. All systems feature model where only 25% of its 400,000 ing for a successful hybrid workforce, we know there is huge opportunity for true full-room microphone pickup, easy employees will work from the office by Nvincy is well positioned to accelerate its innovative audio systems in India.” installation and continuous auto calibra- 2025. Companies like Infosys, Wipro and adoption of Nureva’s advanced audio “We are delighted to have Nvincy tion that automatically adapts to any HCL Tech have also said there will be no solutions throughout India. introduce our HDL200 audio conferenc- room configuration. swift changes in the current work from “Since the pandemic, the demand ing system to the Indian market,” said “Nureva leads with the notion that home model and that the transition to for reliable audio conferencing has Nancy Knowlton, Nureva’s CEO. “We there is no reason for collaboration work from offices will be gradual. With elevated the requirements for physical look forward to working with them users to settle for ‘good enough’ audio the pandemic continuing and people distancing, and as businesses adopt hy- to address the critical need for audio quality and less than optimal user getting vaccinated, hybrid working brid working models, dispersed teams conferencing solutions that support the experiences,” said Roopam Jain, Frost & models are expected to become a key understand that clear and reliable audio long-term trend of hybrid working.”

Point Source Audio Debuts LAVALIER SWITCH KIT

Point Source Audio has launched At the heart of the LAVALIER SWITCH ies all the high-performance character- tent to the mouth as with traditional the new Lavalier Switch Kit. The KIT is the company’s IP 57 Waterproof istics you might expect from a larger headset style mics. new kit offers one lavaliere mic that Omnidirectional Lavalier. The mic format microphone and it has been a To further camouflage the mic, transforms into two wearing styles, choice includes a low sensitivity option workhorse trusted by sound profession- the mic element color can be and into three different color op- for live stage applications or a high als around the world. changed with a selection of custom- tions to help audio technicians meet sensitivity option for studio broadcast. “We created the LAVALIER SWITCH designed color caps in beige, the ever-changing conditions of This waterproof mic has a low profile at KIT to be a ‘grab and go’ solution for au- brown, black, white, and gray that miking the talent. merely 4mm in diameter, but it embod- dio professionals,” said Point Source Au- also serves as pop filters and added dio’s Vice President of Sales protection from water and other and Marketing, Yvonne Ho. elements. “Having the right accessories For traditional lavalier mount- can very quickly transform ing, the kit contains 8 clip-based a basic lavalier mic into a mounting options to meet every tailored solution for a stage need. The smooth SLIDER clips come actor, corporate presenter, as a single or a double mount, while or a guest speaker in a magnetic, vampire, and alligator clip studio setting.” options are also included in black The versatility to change and white colors. the lavalier to a professional The LAVALIER SWITCH KIT can be on-ear microphone is of- purchased in a variety of different fered with the company’s connector variants including Lemo- patented EMBRACE ear style, 5-pin mini-XLR for Lectronson- mounts, included in beige, ics, 4-pin mini XLR for Shure wireless, brown and black colors. EM- as well as 3.5mm locking ring termi- BRACE ear mounts deliver nations for either Sony or Sennheiser a winning combination of wireless. In addition to this, every concealing on the ear, while kit also comes with an X-connector Lavalier Microphone Switch Kit the mounting system keeps with TRRS termination for mobile the mic placement consis- devices and computers.

May - June 2021 36 Audiovisual

Ceylon Theatre’s Regal Cinema in Sri lanka Installs state-of-the-art sound system With HARMAN Professional Solutions Sri Lankan movie theater chain relies on JBL 200 Series ScreenArray cinema audio solutions to ensure thrilling cinematic experiences with impactful sound and coverage

Dynamic AV Technologies recent- throughout the country. The latest for all three screens. Ceylon Theatres rooms with JBL 4642AD dual sub- ly outfittedCeylon Theatres Regal location is a three-screen facility in De- hired Dynamic AV Technologies to woofers. The systems in all theaters Cinema Dematagoda with a com- matagoda which also houses a KFC res- equip each theater with a complete are controlled by JBL CPI 2000-CH plete HARMAN Professional cinema taurant and Food City supermarket. In HARMAN Professional cinema audio cinema processors and powered by audio solution to provide immersive order to ensure an immersive cinematic solution including JBL loudspeakers and Crown DSi Series amplifiers. Crown amplifiers. Dynamic AV Technologies selected “Working on a cinema project with the JBL 200 Series ScreenArray speak- HARMAN is easy, as they are extremely ers because they combine the latest supportive in all aspects of design and technological advances with a com- commissioning,” said Mohan Abeyas- pact footprint and accessible price inghe, Managing Director, Dynamic AV point, making them ideal for small- to Technologies. “This was the first time mid-sized cinemas such as Ceylon that Dynamic AV did the commission- Theatres Regal Cinema Dematagoda. ing without the physical presence of JBL 200 Series speakers feature the HARMAN team. The support we got patent-pending Dual Dissimilar Array- from HARMAN was completely virtual ing and Acoustic Aperture Technol- due to the lockdown; however, it was as ogy, providing remarkably uniform good as them being with us. The client coverage and smooth, accurate is happy with the installation, as is our sound reproduction for moviegoers team.” in every seat of the theater. In two of the theaters, Dynamic “It is exciting to see that Regal AV Technologies installed JBL C221 Cinema has the first installation of ScreenArray cinema loudspeakers, JBL C-Series Cinema Speakers in augmented JBL 8320 compact cinema Sri Lanka,” said Aditya Todi, Senior Two of the theaters, have been installed with JBL C221s, augmented by JBL surround speakers. In the third room, Director of Sales & Marketing, HAR- 8320 compact cinema surround speakers and the third room boasts of a the team installed JBL C222 ScreenAr- MAN Professional Solutions, India JBL C222, supported by JBL 9300 cinema surround speakers ray cinema loudspeakers, supported by & SAARC. “We are pleased that JBL sound quality for moviegoers. experience with clear and balanced JBL 9300 cinema surround speakers. and Crown products enhance the Ceylon Theatres is a Sri Lankan audio quality for moviegoers, Ceylon To enhance the cinematic experience cinematic experience that this the- theater chain with an 85-year history Theatres Regal Cinema Dematagoda with impactful low frequency extension, ater house provides to its esteemed that currently operates six locations required state-of-the-art sound systems Dynamic AV Technologies outfitted the patrons in Dematagoda.”

Peerless-AV appoints Pro Radio Networks for India

AV technology Peerless-AV has an- in India approach consultants to help to our port- nounced the appointment of leading implement their technical infrastruc- folio of AV AV equipment distributor Pro Radio ture. Pro Radio Networks is ideally posi- brands and Networks LLP for the Indian market. tioned to target these new opportuni- we are very With headquarters in Bangalore, and ties, currently providing local support happy to be branch offices in Mumbai and Chennai, across most southern, northern and selling all cat- Pro Radio Networks serves resellers western regions of India. egories of the and integrators across all the major “The partnership with Pro Radio Net- manufactur- metropolitan cities. The distribu- works is already proving a mutual suc- er’s product tor’s reputation and long-standing cess, helping us to win many projects range, with a relationships with Tier 1 consultants is with multinationals moving overseas primary focus exemplary and central to opening new branches to major cities in India,” said on mount- specification and tender opportunities Keith Dutch, Managing Director – ing and kiosk for Peerless-AV. Year on year growth in EMEA, Peerless-AV. “The distributor’s solutions,” the Indian market has resulted in the good rapport with consultants will be commented expansion of Peerless-AV’s channel a key driver for growth since custom- Raghavendra network and strengthening of local ers will have access to our high quality, R, Business support. premium products backed by superior head and The Indian AV market is currently be- customer and technical support from a Co-owner ing driven by AV consultants and many trusted local source.” “Peerless-AV is a of Pro Radio L to R: Raghavendra R, co-owner of Pro Radio Networks and multinational companies setting up valuable and complementary addition Networks Justin Joy, senior manager sales, MEA & India

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D&B Acquires UK Integration Firm SFL Group

D&B has announced the estab- these developments and accelerate our of something new and innovative in lishment of a new service-focused solution offerings across the entertain- an industry that we have served with business entity called D&B solutions ment technology market,” explained passion for 30 years,” said Tom Jef- GmbH & Co. KG. The new entity Amnon Harman, D&B Group CEO. fery, Managing Director, SFL Group. will further enable D&B to offer A major step in the formation of this “SFL built its business and reputation end-to-end expertise in the areas of new business entity is being taken with on putting people and service first. project development, manufactur- the acquisition of SFL (Sound Founda- We share not only the D&B stra- ing, system planning, installation and tion Ltd) and its subsidiaries to form SFL tegic focus on complete solutions maintenance. The announcement is Group - a D&B solutions company. but also a similar set of values and supported by the immediate acquisi- SFL Group is a multidisciplinary AV company culture.” tion of UK-based multidisciplinary AV provider specializing in event produc- Over the last 40 years D&B has provider, SFL Group. tion, installation services and equipment established a highly-qualified D&B solutions will focus on sales. A long-time D&B sales partner, global partner network. “Our existing delivering a higher level of service SFL has long standing business relation- partner relationships are strong and and integration, and end-to-end ships with globally recognizable brands hugely valued. We are fully commit- Amnon Harman D&B Group CEO installation and production solutions including the Royal Albert Hall and ted to growing and strengthening to customers. The newly formed D&B Director Finance and Operations). McLaren Racing. The whole SFL team this network,” commented Harman. solutions will act independently from “D&B solutions are born out of will join the D&B solutions business. “For 40 years, D&B has pioneered D&B audiotechnik GmbH & Co. KG. customers’ increasing demand for the The establishment of D&B solutions innovative audio solutions to bring D&B solutions and D&B audiotechnik integration of full AVL solutions. We see and the acquisition of SFL are next steps creative visions to life. Our mission is will have separate, independent a rise in requests for manufacturer sup- in the execution of the long-term D&B to accurately transfer passions and business structures reporting up port in design, planning and integration strategy to become an audio technol- we have maintained a clear focus to the D&B Group. The Manag- services as well as new buying behav- ogy and solutions company, giving on market requirements and the ing Directors for D&B solutions are iors regarding system ownership and the organization a platform to better needs of our end customers. Today’s Amnon Harman (D&B Group CEO), managed services. The creation of D&B address important trends like immersive announcement reinforces this long- Jens Nilsson (D&B Group CFO) and solutions as a standalone business en- AVL experiences in multi-event venues. term commitment.” Michael Aldinger (D&B solutions tity under the D&B brand will address “The team at SFL is excited to be part

Wohler Appoints Makarand Karanjkar as CEO and CTO

Wohler Technologies, a manufac- developing new IP based products for the broadcast and associ- turer of video, audio and data moni- that incorporate the latest broadcast ated industries toring solutions, has announced that formats, meeting the changing needs of “With a strong brand built Makarand Karanjkar will be joining as the industry. The company’s iAM-12G- on customer trust and solid CEO and CTO, effective immediately. SDI in-rack monitors offers an op- engineering, Wohler is well po- Mr. Karanjkar is joining from a leader- tional Dolby ATMOS decoding using a sitioned to continue to offer ex- ship position at Amazon, has previous software only solution. Their latest iVAM citing market leading products experience at Dolby and brings a wealth range of AV monitors and the iAM-12G- and solutions,” said Karanjkar. of technical and engineering expertise SDI now include HDR detection and “As the industry transitions to to Wohler. Wohler’s current CEO & CFO, are the first industry in-rack monitors to IP workflows, I look forward to Michael Kelly, will retain the CFO role offer the option of true ‘hitless’ 2022-7. building on this momentum and has been named Chairman of the With a strong technical background, Mr. and working closely with our Board. Karanjkar will continue to drive Wohler’s customers to offer the next Over the past 2 years Wohler has strategic roadmap that has seen the re- generation of innovative, scal- been intensely market focused in lease of these market-leading solutions able monitoring products.” Makarand Karanjkar, CEO & CTO, Wohler

NewTek Announces Rohan Tadke as Country Manager for India

NewTek has appointed Rohan the region. change the way video strengthen NewTek’s presence in Tadke as the Regional Manager for Rohan said, is created and used, the market, better serve our existing India/SAARC to further build up New- “India/SAARC allowing more people customers, and gain new ones.” Tek’s business in the region. Rohan presents a huge to share their stories, Some of the key strategies for the has a strong heritage in the sector opportunity for experiences, and ideas continued growth India/SAARC are having previously held management NewTek and I am with the world and effectively managing the existing positions at Wyrestorm and Harman very excited to be enjoy doing it. As the partner relationships, Identifying and International. As NewTek sells 100% leading the region. new Regional Man- recruit additional partners, targeting through its channel partners globally, At NewTek, we ager, my goals are to key broadcast and pro AV markets his primary focus will be to enhance use innovation further develop existing such as corporate, education, wor- existing partner relationships and and technology Rohan Tadke Regional partner relationships ship and building the NewTek brand further grow the partner footprint in to fundamentally Manager, NewTek whilst looking to further and customer base.

May - June 2021 38 Audiovisual Sonova Acquires Sennheiser Consumer Business

Sennheiser and the Sonova Holding Consumer Electronics products from the resulting reputation and appeal of growth opportunities.” AG with headquarters in Stäfa, Swit- Sennheiser stand for their sound and the brand are an excellent complement Commenting on the impact of the zerland, have announced their future audio experience. With the takeover to Sonova’s extensive technological and acquisition on the Indian market, Kapil cooperation under the Sennheiser of the Sennheiser Consumer busi- audio-logical expertise in the field of Gulati, Director - Consumer Segment, brand. The global provider of medical ness, Sonova is adding headphones medical hearing solutions. A permanent Sennheiser India, “India is among hearing solutions will fully take over and soundbars to its hearing care cooperation is planned under the joint Sennheiser top 10 markets globally Sennheiser Consumer Electronics busi- portfolio, which includes hearing aids Sennheiser brand umbrella in order and the second-largest market in the to continue offering Asia Pacific (APAC) region after China. Sennheiser custom- India has a great advantage with the ers first-class audio growing appetite for the premium and solutions in the future. connected sound ecosystem which A license agreement has been further accelerated by the for future use of the pandemic. We understand the evolving Sennheiser brand has consumer preferences and we will be been made. offering first-class audio solutions under According to Daniel the Sennheiser brand in future.” Sennheiser, co-CEO Both partners see potential in particu- at Sennheiser, “We lar in the market for speech-enhanced couldn’t have asked for hearables and for true wireless and a better partner than So- audiophile headphones. As part of the nova for our Consumer partnership, a complete transfer of Electronics business.” operations of the Consumer Electronics According to Dr. business to Sonova is planned. This will Andreas Sennheiser, be aligned with the Sennheiser works co-CEO at Sennheiser, councils. For the employees who will “Sonova is a strong, well- transfer to Sonova, the move to the positioned company. internationally operating and well- Not only do we share positioned company, headquartered a passion for unique in Switzerland, opens up very good audio experiences, we opportunities for the future. Currently, a also share very simi- total of around 600 Sennheiser employ- ness. Subject to regulatory approval, the and cochlear implants, among other lar corporate values. This gives us an ees work for the Sennheiser consumer plan is to complete the transfer of the hearing solutions. Sonova will leverage excellent foundation for a successful business. business to Sonova by the end of 2021. the complementary competencies of future together. The combination of According to Arnd Kaldowski, CEO Sennheiser had announced in February both companies to strengthen and our strengths provides a very good of Sonova, “I am very pleased that that it would focus on the Professional further expand its business areas in starting point for future growth. We are Sennheiser has chosen Sonova to business in the future while seeking a the future. Sennheiser many years of convinced that Sonova will strengthen further develop the well-renowned partner for the Consumer Electronics expertise as one of the world’s leading the Sennheiser Consumer Business in Consumer Division. We look forward to business. companies in the audio industry and the long term and capture the major welcoming our new

TASCAM Introduces the TM-250U USB Condenser Microphone for Computer Audio Application

TASCAM has announced the the Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and TM-250U USB Condenser Micro- Chrome OS platforms. Compatible phone. Designed for capturing crisp, with USB class compliant devices, the accurate audio when interfaced with microphone makes a direct connec- personal computers, the TM-250U is tion to computers with a USB cable, the ideal solution for high quality, di- so no special driver is required. Record rect connection computer audio for voice-over or music directly to the com- podcasting, dialog and vocal record- puter’s recording software with stream computer effortless. The TM-250U is The TASCAM TM-250U USB ing, music recording, conferencing, optimized 16-bit/48kHz sampling and equipped with a Microphone volume Condenser Microphone package and other forms of online audio. achieve pristine audio quality for any (gain) control, a Headphone volume ships with the following included The TASCAM TM-250U deliv- application where clean and natural control, and a microphone Mute but- accessories: (1) a microphone holder, ers, detailed audio straight to the sounding audio is required. ton that provides additional flexibility (2) a 6-foot USB C-A cable, and (3) a computer via USB. Featuring a With robust build quality specifi- for in-the-moment control of audio. desktop mic stand. Combined, the super cardioid polar pattern and a cally designed for computer audio, the Equally notable, the microphone is also package provides everything neces- frequency response of 20Hz〜20kHz, TM-250U provides built-in controls equipped with a dedicated headphone sary to quickly and easily set up at the TM-250U functions via industry- for managing audio—in the process, output connector (3.5 mm stereo mini one’s desktop and immediately start standard USB-C connectors on making interconnection with one’s jack) for direct monitoring. recording.

39 May - June 2021 Audiovisual SHURE COLLABORATES WITH BARCO TO IMPROVE WIRELESS VIDEOCONFERENCING EXPERIENCE

The popularity of BYOD – or “Bring is just one click away.” Your Own Devices” – to virtual and Based on Barco Click- hybrid meetings, the ability to provide Share’s Hybrid Working flawless meeting audio is more impor- Research Study, workers tant than before. predict a rise in hybrid Shure and Barco are working togeth- meetings (meetings featur- er to help ensure customers achieve a ing both in-person and revolutionary workplace experience. remote attendees) in the The Shure Audio Ecosystem now pairs next 12 months. More than seamlessly with Barco ClickShare Con- half of employees surveyed ference, allowing customers to combine prefer to host video calls high-quality audio for remote commu- from their laptop, compared nication with easy-to-use wireless in any to an in-room system (19%) meeting space. or their smartphone (18%). This brings in benefits such as being And based on Shure’s ready for any collaboration platform recent State of Meetings Re- from your device. The Shure Audio En- port, 96 percent of profes- cryption secures the audio and prevents sionals are frustrated with eavesdropping. This conferencing solu- their virtual meetings, with tion comes with Steerable Coverage 4 out of the top 5 frustra- technology and cutting-edge industrial tions related to audio. design that is flexible to all meeting Shure’s DSP IntelliMix Shure and ClickShare Conference offer solutions that power collaboration in the work place room sizes. The Shure IntelliMix DSP P300 and ANIUSB-MATRIX delivering echo- and noise-free and are also certified for ClickShare Confer- Own Meeting) in the workplace. With when you use Shure’s market-leading mixing keeping the agenda on track. ence. Flexible signal routing allows for BYOM, users can walk into any meeting wireless and array microphones with With One-click wireless conferencing seamless connectivity between rooms, room, plug in the ClickShare Conferenc- Barco’s ClickShare Conference system,” one can experience better quality audio. laptops and even mobile devices. ing Button and easily host a video con- said Paul Gunia, Director of Technology “Customers can rely on powerful and Combined with Microflex Advance or ference from their own device. Within Partnerships at Shure. certified solutions with Shure networked Microflex Wireless microphones, the seconds, they share their apps wirelessly Shure and ClickShare work seamlessly audio solutions and our ClickShare clear sound reproduction and intel- to the room display and benefit from with leading third-party video con- Conference products,” said David ligent mixing keeps the agenda on track the AV setup of the room while using ferencing platforms, including Zoom, Fitzgerald, Vice President, and Global with clear communication. preferred conferencing solutions. Audio Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex, and Alliances at Barco. “This offers customers When combined with ClickShare quality becomes an asset when using many others. Equipping workspaces an engaging videoconferencing experi- Conference, users can enable a truly Shure’s Microflex array microphones. for wireless conferencing with Shure ence with high quality audio and easy, flexible and easy way of working. The “Built for the hybrid workplace, your networked audio and Barco ClickShare seamless wireless conferencing. Hybrid ClickShare technology responds to the customers, clients, and students will Conference takes full advantage of the collaboration has never been easier and increasing need for BYOM (Bring Your feel like they’re in the room with you best BYOD and BYOM support.

New ClearOne CONVERGENCE AV Cloud Software Enables Powerful Management

CONVERGENCE AV has an- Management as a Service (MaaS). system access provides at-a-glance nounced the immediate availability CONVERGENCE Cloud software is and all-inclusive dashboard views with of CONVERGENCE AV Cloud, which a unified AV network management auto-discovery of Pro Audio devices and is said to significantly expands platform to monitor, control, and unlimited scalability designed to sup- AV Practitioner recurring revenue audit ClearOne Pro Audio and Video port organizations of any size. opportunities for remote, real-time products and services. Remote real-time With the new Cloud option, AV Practi- tioners can profit on value-added MaaS opportunities to easily support multiple clients and multiple networks with fully secure, real-time remote system access on a single multi-tenant platform. CONVERGENCE AV Cloud capable of virtual segregation The powerful and elegant user interface, in twelve languages, works on by location such as building, floor, any browser and will allow full support room, or any desired global topol- of the AV Network with built-in video, ogy. Practitioners can easily manage audio, and chat tools for real-time accounts, assigning three levels of communications as well as email and access with Owner, Administrator, immediate SMS text alerts. Relevant in- and Monitor roles; all housed on en- formation is quickly found with search, crypted secure cloud servers. Client sort, and filter options. tenant usage can be conveniently CONVERGENCE AV Cloud can be tracked for invoicing and optional CONVERGENCE AV Cloud for real-time Management as a Service (MaaS) virtually partitioned for AV management auto-payment reminders.

May - June 2021 40 Audiovisual

All wave Installs Smart Conferencing Solution at TATA AIG

When Organizations revamp their Pantry Ordering System is facilities with High-tech technology, installed for ordering food while in a it promotes internal efficiencies that meeting. One can order something lead to productivity and enhances from the pantry by giving alerts better connections. Acknowledging at the reception areas using Cue this, TATA AIG, an Indian gen- Controller. The Cue Controller in the eral insurance company and a joint Reception areas triggers with lights venture between the Tata Group if anyone needs anything from the and American International Group, boardroom. approached Allwave-AV to deploy Conclusion a Smart Audiovisual solution that A state of the artfully integrated enhances their meeting workspace workplace was created to meet and management system. operational needs and performance TATA AIG, an Indian general insur- objectives of the team using the ance company and a joint venture latest cutting edge technology. The between the Tata Group and Ameri- key result was a high-tech space that can International Group, approached brings to life the ultimate in business Allwave-AV to deploy a compre- communication. “It was a great hensive Conferencing solution that Allwave Install Smart Video Conferencing Room Solution in Meeting Room experience working with the All enhances their meeting workspace Wave team. All wave team members and management system. experience. meeting rooms. The device avoids were self-driven and were enriched Allwave AV systems provided TATA double bookings, confusion and inter- Challenge: with technical experience which has AIG with a range of high-end audiovi- rupted meetings. The room scheduler TATA AIG wanted a flexible helped us to deliver the project in a sual solutions, which consisted of, wire- helps in efficient and effective monitor- meeting workspace and a man- timely manner... Kudos to the entire less presentation solution, collaborative ing of the Meeting rooms. agement system so that they could team for delivering such a fabulous solutions, management solutions, video Pexip scalable video conferencing make use of most of their work job for TATA AIG and bringing in conferencing solution. solution was implemented in the meet- area when equipped with high-end the latest technology in the area The wireless presentation solution ing rooms, effectively bridging the gap audio-visual systems. As a finance of Audio/Visual which TATA AIG is installed in the meeting room was Kilk between video conferencing rooms service provider, presentations and leveraging. ” Commented Raj Shar- Stik wireless screen sharing solution and software solutions. Pexip Integrates meetings with visual demonstrations ma, Vice President, Infrastructure & that allows sharing screens from any easily with existing tools and workflow and collaboration become neces- Facilities TATA AIG. device, anywhere, and also helps to systems. It gives you 1080p HD video sary. TATA AIG wanted a comprehen- Project Owner: annotate easily. A Solstice Mersive Col- clarity with super wideband audio sive AV solution that would deliver TATA AIG, Tata Group (general laboration solution was implemented ensuring the best communication expe- internal efficiencies and connect to deliver a Touch-less meeting experi- rience during meetings. insurance company) and American effectively with customers. International Group ence and a better collaboration during NowSignage, Cloud-based Digi- TATA AIG provides insurance to Solution: meetings. A software-based cloud- tal Signage System was installed for individuals and corporates based in Allwave evaluated the client’s enabled collaboration platform, that delivering messages and displaying Mumbai. The company’s products requirements and constructed an allows wireless sharing of content using values digital signage solution. It is a are available through distribution all-inclusive AV solution. Allwave any video conferencing solution and cloud-based digital signage solution channels like agents, brokers, banks specializes in implementing Smart helps in optimizing meeting spaces. that allows communication within orga- and direct channels like telemar- and secure video collaboration that Room Schedulers were integrated nizations to display important message keting, digital marketing, worksite can focus on sensitive data, regu- outside rooms to enhance the usage or information. NowSignage can easily etc. The company offers a range of lations and enhance the customer of TATA AIG’s newly installed high-tech update and manage content that keeps general insurance products includ- them well engaged and well informed. ing insurance for automobile, home, Due to the pandemic, safety is an personal accident, travel, energy, important concern for all organizations marine, property and casualty, as today. Contactless thermal scanner well as specialized financial lines. was installed outside the room, which checks the body temperature of the employees before entering the prem- ises. The sensor stores all the informa- Products Used: tion such as date, time and temperature • NowSignag cloud-based signage value that can be retrieved from the system browser. • Klik Stik wireless presentation Since the Pandemic started, organiza- • Thermal Scanner tion has to keep track of incoming visi- • Pexip Video conferencing solu- tors and restrict their foot-fall for safety tion measures. Visitor Management System • Room Schedulers was implemented so that the people • Visitor Management Solution visiting the organizations need to first • Pantry Ordering Solution fill up their details and then sign in. • Solstice Mersive Collaboration Alerts through email or SMS are shared • Cue Controller Meeting Room Scheduler Integrated to enhance the usage of Meeting Rooms with both receiver and the visitor.

41 May - June 2021 Audiovisual Zoom Certifies Biamp Conference Room Solutions

Biamp, a supplier of professional au- includes Parlé Beamtracking micro- bundles let users enjoy the extraor- want to, and resulting in significant time diovisual solutions, has announced that phones for the ceiling, along with all the dinary audio quality Biamp is known savings on Zoom Rooms projects. Zoom Video Communications, Inc. has audio equipment needed to build an for with full confidence that they will “Biamp technology helps make our certified two conference room audio outstanding Zoom Rooms conferencing integrate simply and seamlessly with customers’ conversations crisp and bundles, enabling customers to enjoy experience with superior sound quality the Zoom platform,” said Joe Andrulis, clear, even in a broad range of complex Executive Vice President of Corporate or customized spaces,” said Ty Buell, Development, Biamp. “These complete PSO Solutions Architect, Zoom. “The solutions make it extraordinarily simple certified Zoom Rooms bundles from for organizations to select, purchase, Biamp offer our customers a complete and install technology that results in audio ecosystem and a much simpler crystal-clear communications — even path to enjoying high-quality audio ex- in large and challenging meeting periences, with easy installation and the spaces.” full confidence that they will integrate Installers benefit from simple system seamlessly and reliably into their Zoom deployment and configuration made Rooms environment.” possible by the seamless integration Parlé microphones use patented of each component, automated EQ, Beamtracking technology to create as well as minimal cable requirements virtual microphones, which track and with zero termination, zero network set- intelligently mix conversations from Biamp’s new certified Zoom Rooms integrates seamlessly with up, and more. The solutions include an around the room to enable an audio the Zoom platform easy room deployment tool, eliminating experience that makes remote partici- a complete audio solution in medium and zero cable termination. the need for integrators to open up the pants feel just as physically present as and large Zoom Rooms. Each bundle “Biamp’s new certified Zoom Rooms Tesira software platform if they don’t those in the room.

B-Tech AV Mounts unveils new Slim-line Video Wall Mount

B-Tech AV Mounts has released closing process. Marketing and Communications. “We’ve the new and improved BT8312; CEO Matt Bennett comment, “B-Tech designed the BT8312 with 8 unique a slim-line, soft open video wall have been designing and manufactur- points of micro-adjustment for accurate mount with full serviceability. ing video wall mounting solutions for screen alignment including adjustability The BT8312’s slim-line design and the best part of a decade. During that at each corner. We’ve incorporated the “pop-out” function is ideally suited time we have worked closely with same system which makes our BT8310 for close to the wall and recessed display manufacturers and integra- so popular, meaning lateral micro- applications, where full service ac- tion partners to develop mounting adjustment for even greater precision cess is required for installation and systems which help installers overcome is now included”. Also upgraded on the maintenance. Enhancing the pop- any challenge they might experience new mount, these adjustments are fully out function is a patent pending onsite. Our new BT8312 combines all tool-less and can be adjusted comfort- soft open feature; a unique design of the best features from our range of ably by hand using the ergonomically BT8312 features a pop-out function mechanism unlike anything used videowall products, making it our most designed knobs. for controlled outward movement on other push to release mounts. advanced videowall mount and one In addition, many mounting solu- Following a light push, this feature that’s superior to anything used by tions on the market require a separate expect to speed up the installation ensures a controlled and unassisted installers before.” product for mounting in landscape or process includes keyhole mounting outward movement of the mount, Another key feature of the BT8312 portrait configuration, but the BT8312 and re-usable display specific wall which protects display bezels during is the precision alignment. “When it can mount displays in either orienta- plate spacer kits that allow for easy servicing by staying in perfect align- comes to videowalls, alignment is ev- tion. Other core B-Tech features that building out of videowall configura- ment throughout the opening and erything’ says Nick Spencer, Director of integrators and installers have come to tions.

CODA Audio Launches HOPS12i Point Source Loudspeaker

CODA Audio has announced the ex- Airflow Cooling) technology, it features 90º x 60º and 60º x 40º waveguides ing optimal solutions across the very pansion of its HOPS (high output point exchangeable and rotatable wave- are available, and both are rotatable, broadest range of applications. As with source) range with the addition of the guides that provide various options for giving four directivity options. The the entire HOPS range, HOPS12i is new HOPS12i. A high output, three-way adjusting directivity. The HOPS12i wave- low end of the full-range HOPS12i complemented by a variety of acces- point source, HOPS12i incorporates guides control all the way down to 300 means that in many applications, subs sories and mounting options that allow extremely high performance 12” neo- Hz. The broadband energy is focused might not be required – something for all possible flexibility in fixed instal- dymium cone drivers with 4” voice coils exactly where required, whilst keeping that is particularly helpful in multi- lations. HOPS12i can be customized in adapted from those found in CODA it away from walls and other reflec- use education settings, for example. wide range of colors– weatherproofing Audio’s flagship line-array, AiRAY. tive surfaces – two clear advantages in HOPS12i thus offers system designers options are also available for demand- CODA’s very latest DAC (Dynamic terms of intelligibility. even more choice towards achiev- ing environments.

May - June 2021 42 Audiovisual AG Acoustics Revamps Jaypee Institute of Information with CELTO Acoustique

Jaypee Business School (JBS) is of the building, with a constituent of Jaypee Institute of an open structure Information Technology (JIIT - Deemed with an extremely University). The institute has bench- high ceiling and no marked itself with the latest content soundproofing. After and teaching methodologies across analysing the space, the country. Located in Sec 62 NOIDA, we evaluated that JIIT has become a landmark of sorts in a distributed point NOIDA. Their Auditorium is a monu- source system will be ment with a circular shape and huge the correct design seating capacity of 2500, which at cer- instead of opting for a tain times of the year reaches 3000+, line array system. In an with students and delegates standing open space audito- at the wings also. rium to avoid reflec- JBS’s previous audio-video system tions, it is necessary to needed an upgrade as the operators distribute the energy were facing challenges with installed effectively instead of systems. The management did not projecting it from a want to compromise on audio or video single point. We truly quality. JBS reached out to Delhi Based believe that every Integration Company AG Acoustics integration project is (INDIA) PVT LTD. to design a robust unique. The difference AG Acoustics Upgrades JIIT’s Audio-Visual Solution with CELTO Acoustique and effective AV solution for the Audi- between a successful torium. and unsuccessful install starts from the delays. Celto installed the CT12s on the and low occupancy, which add to poor AG Acoustics is a 20+-year-olds basic design to the stage itself.” stage for stage monitoring applications acoustics making, it a big challenge. company that forayed into system Audio and VAL audio GL and X series ampli- Earlier, at many locations, poor integration in 2008. AG Acoustics After the AG Acoustics technical fiers to power the entire system. audibility was concerning. We merged have done systems installation across team evaluation, they decided to Visual our experiences to overcome au- diverse sectors like education, health, use CELTO Acoustique for the Audio For the Visual part of the install, dible, echo, and acoustic issues of the hospitality both in the private and component. A central hang of CT15X JIIT needed an upgraded projection auditorium by replacing, adding, and government sector. - 2+2, 2-way full-range multipurpose system. AG team chose a DP - Digital upgrading the audio/video system. Piyush Arora, GM – Projects for AG speakers, with a distributed system of projection solution with a 10,000 Now, our Audi occupancy does not Acoustics, adds, “We have a long- the hugely popular coaxial CELTO iFIX lumens Laser projector to do duty for affect the clarity of sound, as the old standing relationship with the JAYPEE series. The iFIX is the most popular presentations or movie applications acoustics still play their role effectively, group. We have done various AV product from CELTO. The device for the Auditorium. The projection and overall we have a great feeling of Integration jobs for them at different combines all the qualities for a suc- system was installed under the balcony satisfaction, Great job Team AGA”. locations either directly or through our cessful install - Pristine sound quality, at the center, using a long-throw lens, “The results speak for themselves. partners. When we heard that JIIT was True Point source - Coaxial with HF with a BARCO clickShare wireless Today even when JIIT hosts a gathering looking for an upgrade to their existing compression drivers, birch ply cabinets, presentation system. The projection of 3000 persons, the AV does flawless AV system, we got in touch with the multiple mounting options, etc. 3- system allows the user to present from duty in terms of both audio and video management & technical team. We iFIX6 & 14-iFIX7 model were installed anywhere in the venue. applications, which include Talks and understood both their requirements for side, under & front fills to compli- Shishir Moondra, Chief Manager, Seminars, presentations, annual func- and their problems they were facing till ment the 4 - CT15X main speakers. JIIT. Commented, “The design of the tions, etc. AG Acoustics truly believes in now. There were multiple challenges in The AG and CELTO engineers, Bharti & auditorium is quite complex. It is ‘D’ walking the extra mile to go far beyond doing the AV upgrade for this project. Sharma, respectively, time-aligned the shaped, with huge volume, recessed client expectations.” concludes Shishir The Auditorium is in the central part system using SMART and appropriate sitting areas, open corridors, hard floor, Moondra.

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DENON DJ UNVEILS SC6000 PRIME DJ CONTROLLER

Denon DJ has announced their setup and expand creativity. cated loop section and navigation con- new LC6000 PRIME Performance The LC6000 PRIME adds physical trol, giving DJs complete and confident Expansion Controller. With the control over the second layer, making control of their performance. same look, design, and feel, as the it easier than ever to perform using just LC6000 PRIM Key Features include a flagship SC6000 Media Player, the one media player. The LC6000’s plug dedicated sub-layer control for SC6000, versatile LC6000 gives DJs a profes- and play connectivity with DJ software SC6000M, SC5000, SC5000M Prime Me- sional hardware control for the provides the ultimate club experience dia Players. There are 8 Multi-function second dual-layer audio output, un- over one or multiple software decks, performance pads that are dedi- locking Engine OS powered Media further expanding creative possibilities cated loop control, navigation control, Players full potential when control- for the professional DJ. The device is 100mm dual-precision pitch fader, Pitch ling the secondary layer. Showing compatible with Virtual DJ, Algoriddim Bend buttons, Track search touch strip, its true versatility, the LC6000 PRIME djay Pro AI & Serato DJ Pro. USB Powered, Plug & Play ENGINE OS. is the ultimate DJ Controller for 8.5” JOG WHEEL At the heart of LC6000 PRIM comes with 1.6 Engine OS compatible DJ applications, giving the LC6000 PRIME is a full size 8.5”, update, the SC range has a new stacked DJs professional hardware control capacitive touch jog wheel that features dual-layer waveforms display ensuring in their setup. The stunning full size a high definition central display. This all the right information for each track is 8.5” jog wheel, multi-function perfor- color display shows track artwork or a clearly displayed around the two large mance pads, 100mm dual-precision custom DJ logo, layered with play head waveforms. SC6000 with eight multi-function pitch fader, and navigation control position and other essential perfor- “Denon DJ has long been at the performing pads grants the DJ more power and ease mance information. forefront of innovation in the booth to be creative in the mix. Powered Completing the creative toolset, the and the Dual-Layer capabilities in our the LC6000 PRIME means we can and activated with just a single USB LC6000 PRIME has 8 robust multi- Media Players, giving DJs 2 dedicated continue that vision by giving DJs a connection, the LC6000 PRIME gives function performance pads offering Hot audio outputs from a single unit, is just cost efficient, professional hard- ‘plug and play’ a whole new mean- Cue, Loop, Roll, and Slicer for enhanced one we’re very proud of,” said Denon ware control of the second layer to ing in the DJ booth. Connect one creativity and remixing ‘on-the-fly’. DJ’s Brand Marketing Manager, Jay continue breaking down barriers and or multiple units to customize your Alongside this, the LC6000 has a dedi- Cunningham. “The introduction of advancing performance creativity.”

JBL Signs Martin Garrix as Global Brand Ambassador

One of the youngest and most “JBL has been my go-to audio brand brings an energy that will connect successful DJ’s and producers, Martin for a while, so I’m super excited I can with and excite our JBL fans around Garrix, is the latest superstar to join now call myself a global brand ambas- the world and we can’t wait to see this audio brand JBL as one of its global sador.” said Martin Garrix “I’m always partnership flourish.” ambassadors. During the partnership, surrounded by music, so to collaborate By headlining the biggest festivals, Martin will closely collaborate with with them creatively is an opportunity I breaking through territories, collaborat- JBL on product launches, events and couldn’t turn down.” ing with major stars and as a founder of campaigns. JBL has been Garrix’s audio “We have seen how Martin’s enthu- his own record label, Martin Garrix leads companion for years, and he always siasm, excitement and essential energy a trailblazing career. carries a JBL speaker with him to access sparks huge crowds into the highest Martin Garrix joins an impressive music on the go. levels of joy in life. At JBL, we create and team of JBL ambassadors including A shared passion for creating fun share the same values by providing ex- football stars Virgil van Dijk and Lucas and happy moments with music periences and the best sound that con- Hernandez and music icon Bebe Rexha makes the superstar DJ/producer the nects people throughout the world”, with whom Garrix created the incred- perfect face of the upcoming product said Ralph Santana, Chief Marketing ible 2016 smash hit ‘In The Name Of campaigns and live performances at Officer at HARMAN. “We are delighted Love’. His partnership with JBL is set to JBL events. Martin Garrix DJ and Record Producer to have Martin as an ambassador. He be another.

CDJ-3000 now officially supports djay PRO AI for Mac

Pioneer‘s CDJ-3000 is now officially streaming services linked to the ap- compatible with the USB-HID (Human plication when it’s running on a Mac Interface Device) control feature of connected to the multi-player. You Algoriddim’s DJ application, djay PRO AI can also control scratching, loops, for Mac. This comes under the Pioneer Hot Cues, and more using the pro- DJ Certification Program. fessional interface of the CDJ-3000. On the screen of the CDJ-3000, you To use djay PRO AI for Mac with CDJ-3000 compatible with can now browse playlists in djay PRO the CDJ-3000, you’ll need a license DJAY PRO AI for MAC AI for Mac as well as the catalogs of for the application.

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Numark Debuts New Series of Party Mix Controllers

Numark has introduced two new the new generation of Party Mix DJ longer required for new DJs to start Exclusive to the Party Mix Live DJ DJ controllers, the Party Mix II and the controllers adds exciting new features parties Both the Party Mix II and Party controller, the built-in speakers ensure Party Mix Live. Building upon the wildly to the mix. Mix Live controllers work with Serato that the party can start without the successful Party Mix controller legacy, An established music library is no DJ Lite on Mac and PC and are plug- need to connect external speakers. and-play compatible with djay Pro AI At the flick of a switch, the Party Mix by Algoriddim on Mac and iOS (USB Live stereo speakers come to life. The camera connection kit required for iOS speakers can easily be turned off when use). In addition to providing access to headphone-only mixing is desired. a user’s existing music library, both of “The Party Mix has been the top- these popular DJ software platforms selling controller for new DJs looking grant access to streaming services like to learn the art while having fun and TIDAL, Beatport LINK, Beatsource LINK, lighting up the room,” says Chris and SoundCloud GO, making it easy Roman, Numark Director of Product for DJs to find and play all of the top- Development. “This latest generation trending tracks. improves on this with more interac- The Party Mix II and Party Mix Live tive platters and a focus on stream- each feature three multi-colored LEDs ing music. With the Party Mix Live, with special wide-coverage lenses for we added speakers to complete the an exciting, beat-synchronized light experience. With their pro build qual- show. The switch on the side of the ity, anyone looking to learn the art of controller allows DJs to turn the light DJing and have a party while doing show on or off to match the mood of it should pick up one of these fun DJ Party mix II and Party mix live works with Serato DJ Lite the party. systems.”

Hercules Presents Limited Edition DJControl Inpulse 500 GOLD Controller

Hercules’s DJControl Inpulse Full of imagination and creativity, music valued users,” explains Agnès Cornière, greatest source of pride for us to 500 GOLD Edition has an exclusive fans have really stepped up and helped Worldwide Marketing Vice-President see them grow, flourish and expand boxed set, sold as a limited edition breathe new life into 2020. The “play at Hercules. “It’s extremely gratifying their horizons — creating incredible after the success of its DJControl at home” concept has truly taken off: to see people who started out DJing works and trying out visionary new Inpulse 500. This new controller amazing DJs have emerged online. The with Hercules, who have evolved and approaches.” is a rare breed, with just 1,000 limited-edition DJControl Inpulse 500 developed a real passion for numbered units of the DJControl Gold Edition is a natural fit for this new mixing. It’s Inpulse 500 Gold Edition available generation of DJs — for whom being the worldwide, making each one a part of a community is so important, unique collector’s edition. This and who love to limited edition really stands out by share emotions. way of a gold-colored metal backing Hercules has plate for the mixer in the center, placed eye-catching gold markings all over impor- the controller, inclusion of a Serato tance on DJ Pro license key, and a stylish nurturing carrying case. 2020 has proven to be these budding a real turning point: more than ever, DJs, and help- music has brought people together, ing to open up forged ties between individuals and exciting new paths to communities, generated powerful be explored beyond the walls emotions and given us strength. of their bedroom studios. “Putting With the soaring popularity of home out this limited edition DJing that Hercules has witnessed, is also a way people have been discovering a real for us to passion for mixing, with many even sincerely making the leap to performing for thank our the first time for a virtual — but still faithful and very real and engaged — audience.

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