Melbourne’s Federation Hall goes digital with complete control by AMX

Melbourne’s Federation Hall is a 220 seat theatre on the beautiful grounds of The Victorian College of The Arts, Southbank. Part of The University of Melbourne, the Hall is a true multipurpose venue, hosting lectures, orchestral performances and film screenings. “It’s as much a teaching venue as it is a performance venue” explained Scott Morrison,…

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Novatech’s Jacob Thomas wins MEA SA Young Professional Scholarship

Novatech Creative Event Technology is proud to announce their guru of all things I.T., Jacob Thomas is this year’s winner of the Meetings & Events Australia Young Professional Scholarship. Over the last four-and-a-half years, Jacob has been a knowledgeable lighting and vision technician, managed and developed the permanent installations portfolio, been responsible for all internal…

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Powersoft X Series power amplifiers

Much more than a simple amplifier, Powersoft’s new X Series promises to provide unmatched levels of versatility, flexibility and power without compromising on size, efficiency, audio quality and sheer elegance that has become Powersoft’s modus operandi. The Powersoft X Series represents the next step in the evolution of the power amplifier: the first amplifier that…

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Mackie Thump Series Gets More Thump

Mackie updated it’s Thump Series Powered Loudspeakers at the recent PL+S expo in Frankfurt. The new supercharged Thump Series delivers over twice the power of the immensely popular originals, boasting 1000W of power per speaker. The full-range Thump12 and Thump15 improve upon the proven chest-pounding low end legacy of Thump loved by DJs and musicians,…

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Behringer X32 takes out German ‘Reader’s Choice’ Awards

The Behringer X32and X32 Core Digital Mixers recently took top honours from the readers of German music magazines Tastenwelt and Soundcheck at 2014’s Musikmesse expo. The presentations took place at a special invitation-only event hosted by powerhouse publisher PPV MEDIEN. New to the Behringer X32 family, the X32 Core took the Soundcheck “Reader’s Choice” top…

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Staging Connections Awarded New Event Partnership with Merivale

Staging Connections has been named the new in-house audio visual supplier for Merivale’s iconic ivy, on George Street, Sydney. Following an intensive tender process, Staging Connections won the exclusive contract in recognition of their varied experience and global reputation for delivering engaging event solutions. Director of Venues at Staging Connections, Terry Oomens, is delighted with his…

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Mackie SRM450/350 Goes Modern with 1000W Power and Professional Digital Features

Mackie used PL+S 2014 to  announce an all-new, modern refresh of its industry mainstay portable loudspeakers — the new SRM450 and SRM350 High-Definition Portable Powered Loudspeakers. Featuring a powerful new 1000W amp platform, significantly upgraded sound quality and a host of easy-to-use digital sound-shaping tools, the new SRM450 and SRM350 deliver the unparalleled ease-of-use, professional…

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RØDE Stereo Bar

RØDE Microphones is excited to announce that it has commenced shipping its new Stereo Bar for precision microphone mounting in stereo arrays. Spacing between the microphones is clearly indicated on both sides at 10cm, 15cm and 20cm, as well as the critical 17cm distance for ORTF stereo technique. In the middle of the Stereo Bar…

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Behringer Launches Free “Artist Presets” Library for X32

Behringer have announced a premium-quality library of “Artist’s Presets” for the award-winningX32 Digital Mixing Console. The collection is available free of charge on Behringer’s web site. The library was created by well-known sound engineers for use on the X32 for specific situations or instruments. Included are collections of presets from Los Angeles’ world-famous Whisky A…

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Dynaudio ‘AIR Control’ Configuration and Installation Software

Dynaudio Professional has unveiled a new AIR Control application for Mac and PC, allowing users to carry out advanced calibration and alignment of their AIR monitoring system. The software provides access to advanced tools and features inside AIR monitors and subwoofers including timing and SPL calibration and parametric EQs for each monitor. Air Control allows…

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DIS DDS 5900 Digital Discussion System

The DIS DDS 5900 Digital Discussion System consists of a central unit and a single programmable multi-user unit, enabling discussion, interpretation, grouping, VOX (voice activation) and audio scrambling feature. With plug-and-play setup and online event management capabilities, the DDS 5900 offers seamless event management for event participants and installers alike. The intuitive and ergonomic design…

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