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NAS welcomes Brad Kivela and Thomas Kelly
Brad Kivela joins NAS as a very experienced member in the professional and commercial audio fields, having worked with Hills SVL managing the development and design of Australian Monitor products and sales for over 14 years. Brad’s duties at NAS will include system integration, sales, design, and new product development. His official title is S.I.…
Read MoreQSC introduces Software Licenses
QSC has introduced advanced software features under optional licences for the rapidly developing Q-SYS audio video control platform. The inevitable separation of software and hardware will allow customers to select the software facilities they need for each individual application and purchase selectively to make system economies. At this stage QSC is introducing two licences one…
Read MoreNew frequency check website from JTS enables optimal performance
Sound technicians installing wireless microphones and in-ear monitors in hospitality, conference halls and live entertainment venues, can now use the JTS frequency check website to select correct JTS products for minimal signal interference, in a specific geographical area. Wireless microphones and in-ear monitors share the radio frequency spectrum with TV transmitters, meaning interference can occur…
Read MoreTwin Towns switches on its multi-million-dollar lightshow
The first in Australia and definitely the most spectacular border lighting show in the southern hemisphere has been launched by Twin Towns as they unveil their new dynamic state of the art digital media façade. The exterior of the Twin Towns Club’s main building in Wharf Street, Tweed Heads, has been transformed into a huge…
Read MoreBruno Mars
ROADSKILLS Bruno Mars By Cat Strom Bruno Mars is the consummate entertainer; a singer-songwriter, record producer, multi-instrumentalist, pretty good dancer, and all round nice guy too. His 24K Magic World Tour, which sold out numerous arena dates in Australia, was a nod to classic shows by artists like the Jacksons and Queen, with Production Designer…
Read MoreThe Employment Issue
FEATURE The Employment Issue CX May 2018 is The Employment Issue, and we’re looking at all issues in the industry related to employment – how to get a gig, how to keep a gig, and how to keep educating yourself so you get better at your job. From the employer’s side, we find out what…
Read MorePro Distributor Training
Training Looking to learn more about a specific piece of gear? Need to get certified for your next installation or tour? Pro equipment distributors run a range of training courses on their brands, sometimes at their HQs, and often in other cities. Here’s a run-down on some of the training available. If you don’t see…
Read MoreAndrew Crawford in the mix at TAG
Technical Audio Group (TAG) has appointed Mr Andrew Crawford as Master of Mixing – a role focused on Allen & Heath products especially dLive. This newly created role is part of Allen & Heaths engineer empowerment process. ‘The new generation of Allen & Heath digital mixers are hugely capable’ said TAG’s CTO Silvio Miconi.…
Read MoreThe inaugural ACETA Convention – Transforming and Inspiring
Pictured: Some, but not all, of the industry heavyweights at the inaugural ACETA convention The inaugural ACETA Convention in Wangaratta was described by one industry stalwart as “the best industry event I’ve attended worldwide, ever”. From Friday 4 May to Sunday 6 May, the most influential and prescient members of the commercial and entertainment technology…
Read MoreInterview with Scott Buchanan Technical Director for the Commonwealth Games Opening and Closing Ceremonies
EVENTS Interview with Scott Buchanan Technical Director for the Commonwealth Games Opening and Closing Ceremonies In order to deliver the creative elements of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies the technical team working tirelessly behind the scenes did what technical teams around the country always do – delivered competently and without fanfare. Scott Buchanan, Technical Director for…
Read MoreMerv McCasker Appeal and Benefit Show
Merv McCasker Appeal and Benefit Show Industry legend Merv McCasker has been diagnosed with an inoperable cancerous tumour on the liver and unfortunately at this point in time the future is not bright. Merv has worked in the music and event industry for the past 40 years such as on the Big Day Out, Field Day,…
Read MoreA Blanck Canvas – White Night and Beyond
Feature – Performance A Blanck Canvas – White Night and Beyond A Blanck Canvas is a Melbourne-based company that creates unique, custom 2D and 3D artwork. Known for their Melbourne White Night performances of ‘The Messenger, a 5.5 metre tall humanoid puppet, March saw them take the show on the road to Ballarat for that…
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