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ARX MSX-32 Mic Splitters run a ‘flawless’ race at the Melbourne Cup
Two ARX MSX-32 Mic/Line Splitters were recently specified by Melbourne based audio contractor Intavent to provide reliable and agile broadcast mic splits for the broadcast box at the world-renowned Flemington Racecourse. The ARX MSX-32s were required to be installed in time for the annual Spring Racing Carnival – of which the Melbourne Cup is the…
Read MoreThe Next Generation of Full Duplex Wireless Comms
COMMUNICATIONS The Next Generation of Full Duplex Wireless Comms by Chris Dodds, Managing Director, The P.A. People. Back in the early 2000s, a group of intercom engineers in the UK began experimenting with a technology called DECT to see if they could improve the current state of play in wireless intercom. DECT had its basis…
Read MoreBarbizon Lighting Australia ceases trading
Barbizon Australia, Sydney-based distributor of leading lighting brands including ARRI, OSRAM, Matthews, LiteGear, Altman, BB&S, and Outsight (Creamsource), has ceased trading. Attempts to secure comment or explanation from Barbizon Australia before this piece was published on the morning of 20 November were unsuccessful, with Accounting Manager Esther Klein stating in an email that “I have…
Read MoreRobe T1 Profile
ROAD TEST by Matt Britten. Matt Britten is Head of Lighting at Scene Change, “Australia’s Most Awarded AV Company”. Scene Change have offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Hobart, Hunter Valley, Melbourne, and Sydney, providing video, audio, lighting, staging, IT, and other event technical services. It’s tough for an AV company to find one lighting fixture that…
Read MoreHills to sell Australia and New Zealand AV business to Amber Technology
Amber Technology Limited, a subsidiary of Ambertech Limited (ASX:AMO), and Hills Limited (ASX:HIL) are pleased to announce they have reached agreement for the sale of the Hills Audio Visual (AV) business to Amber Technology, with both parties committed to ensuring a smooth transition for customers, vendors and employees. The sale, which is subject to certain…
Read MoreNew at ENTECH 2020 – the AV Hour of Power
At 10 AM, an hour before the show floor of ENTECH Roadshow opens, Australia’s consultants and integrators will assemble for the AV Hour Of Power! Fuelled by free coffee and pastries, the busy AV professional will be treated to product expert’s ‘elevator pitches’ on what their product is, how it works, and why you should…
Read MoreETC Augment3d at Integrate
More Than Just Pre-Visualisation by Alex Hughes. Pre-visualisation and the process of the pre-programming of lighting in general have not really evolved from the days of the first release of the popular visualisation platform known as Wysiwyg. Over the years the only real improvement that has truly been constant ongoing innovation has been the overall…
Read MoreOver 6 Million Pixels For MCEC – Vuepix Infiled Delivers Supersized Screens
ULA Group is very proud and excited to have been involved in supplying Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre with VuePix Infiled LED screen technology, delivering eight supersized screens throughout their award-winning complex. CLIENT Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), located in the heart of Melbourne, along the famous Yarra River, has set the standard as…
Read MoreLuminex GigaCore Switches & LumiNode DMX Nodes
ROADTEST Luminex GigaCore Switches & LumiNode DMX Nodes by Ash Nuendorf, High Impact Lighting. Ash Nuendorf has been in professional lighting for more than 14 years, and established High Impact Lighting in 2015. High Impact Lighting work on a wide range of shows, from classical to rock concerts, the worship sector, and have recently covered…
Read MoreMotoGP Appoints Audio-Technica
NEWS MotoGP Appoints Audio-Technica as its Microphone Services Solutions Provider Audio-Technica has announced its recent appointment as official Microphone Services Solution Provider to MotoGP who are the organisers of the Grand Prix motorcycle racing Championship. Dorna Sports S.L., the commercial rights holder of MotoGP, made the appointment. Successful tests resulted in Dorna Sports’ decision to…
Read MoreJands Appointed As Distributor Of Pioneer DJ In Australia
Jands are excited to announce the addition of Pioneer DJ to their distribution portfolio of leading audio, lighting and staging brands. This partnership will prove symbiotic for both businesses’ that were built from the ground-up on a passion for creating richer experiences through innovative technology. Pioneer DJ produces the world’s most sought-after DJ technology, renowned…
Read MoreIntegrate 2019
Tech round-up from the show floor by Jason Allen. Integrate 2019 was back in Melbourne’s MCEC from 27 to 29 August, with a slightly less exuberant floorplan showing some restraint on the part of the big international screen brands. Not so much with the two-storey stands with their own cafes, more with the product and…
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