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“Founding father” of intercoms inducted into SCN Hall of Fame
Charlie Butten, inventor of the distributed amplifier intercom and a Clear-Com founder, joins Installation's sister mag's hero list
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Audio
Intersonic to distribute APEX amps in Sweden and Finland
Distributor will manage sales, promotion, and support for APEX’s CloudPower remotely managed installation amplifiers
Audio
Powersoft bolsters install range with new DSP+ models
Supported by a free update to ArmoníaPlus, the new Duecanali DSP+ and Quattrocanali DSP+ amps incorporate AES67 compliance
Audio
LEA Professional continues growth trajectory
Amplifier manufacturer appoints Mainline Marketing as representative for Florida
Residential AV
Exposure appoints new North American distributor
British audio brand now working with a single, specialist hi-fi distributor across the region
Audio
DAS Audio invigorates the atmosphere at Washington DC’s Rosebar Lounge
Inside the lounge, six E11EVEN Sound ES-10 2-way point source loudspeakers and eight ES-212 compact bass-reflex subs are powered by EP-14K2 2-channel power amplifiers...
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LEA Professional Connect Series achieves EN54-16 certification
Certification ensures that the Connect Series is tested and approved for use in life safety and voice evacuation systems
Audio
McIntosh supports LCD Soundsystem for O2 Brixton residency
McIntosh’s 1,200-watt MC1.25KW amplifier added weight to LCD Soundsystem’s six-date London gigs
Case Studies
Powersoft enhances audio efficiency at Climate Pledge Arena
Powersoft’s small-but-mighty Mezzo compact amplifiers were integral to the audio backbone of the redeveloped venue, which aims to be the world’s most sustainable arena
Audio
Optimal Audio appoints Septon Group as distributor
Scandinavia’s leading distributor of professional audio and video equipment responsible for Sweden and Denmark
Audio
Q-SYS Introduces network amplifiers for smaller spaces
The Q-SYS SPA-Q Series offers rightsized amplification for a variety of room types and provides multiple I/O options for unmatched room customisation
Audio
Sky high Tokyo installation for Void loudspeakers
RAISE Tokyo, the new 800 capacity, 740 square metre nightclub and DJ lounge in the Tokyo district of Ginza, situated on the sixth floor...
Audio
APG install speakers provide full-throttle power for biker shop
An APG iX series-based system is doing double duties in Rennes’ Morex Custom House, which combines an experiential shopping experience with a bar/restaurant offering...
Audio
Powersoft brings fans closer to the action at Texas Q2 stadium
More than 50 amplifiers power the audio set-up at Q2 Stadium, the new home of MLS's Austin FC
Residential AV
Focusrite Group announces acquisition of Linea Research
UK based designer and manufacturer of professional amps & controllers is ninth brand to join group
ISE
Powersoft confirms attendance at rescheduled ISE 2022
Italian audio company expressed its agreement with event organisers Integrated Systems Events to postpone, amid safety concerns
Case Studies
Auditorium audio
LEA Professional amplifiers are helping a Colorado charter school to bridge the gap between audio quality, performance and affordability
Audio
Danley and Dynacord announce strategic alignment
Companies plan to utilise each other’s strengths to offer state-of-the-art sound systems
Residential AV
IsoTek joins Fine Sounds’ high-performance portfolio
Portfolio of power optimisation solutions now available through distributor's network of audio dealers
Audio
Optimal Audio appoints Audiosure as South African distributor
Part of the First Technology group, Audiosure is headquartered in Johannesburg
Audio
Site of 1920 Olympic Games installs audio upgrade
Antwerp’s Olympisch Stadion has undergone an overhaul of its "outdated" audio systems, with three Powersoft amplifier platforms replacing the the stadium’s previous 42-unit rack...
Audio
Ashly Audio reinforces sound within nuclear bunker Airbnb venue
Titan II Nuclear Missile Complex north of Little Rock, Arkansas, wired for sound
Audio
APEX appoints XLR as distributor for Benelux region
Move follows the recent launch of CloudPower series of four channel installation amps
Audio
Audio-Technica confirmed as Optimal Audio distributor
Distribution arrangement covers 17 territories across Europe and Africa
Case Studies
New York high school upgraded with Ashly Audio components
Full array of amplification solution power multiple Danley speakers
Audio
Montana library turns to LEA Professional for its first AV system
Two 354 and two 704 amps delivered a 7.1 surround system/conference system
Audio
Powersoft amplifies Italy’s famous North East Lair nightspot
Renowned club, Covo di Nord-Est, upgraded with a new audio system
Audio
APEX launches new CloudPower 4-channel pro amplifier range
The 4x 350W CP354 and 4x 700W CP704 models are shipping now
Audio
Powersoft amps drive theme park audio in Lingbao Fairyland
Twenty amplifiers power 160 speakers across new attraction at Ge’s Fairy Village Resort in Shangrao, Jiangxi, China
Audio
LEA Pro adds distribution in Latin America and Caribbean
Amplifier manufacturer had already seen "great uptake" for its solutions in the region
AV Tech End User
Intercoms, Monty Python amplifiers (sort of), AI-powered captioning, BenQ flat panels
Today's news in brief sees RTS launch its new OMS main station for intercom systems, Outline go part 'Monty Python' with its tough amplifier,...
Audio
‘A truly differentiated experience’: LEA Professional now shipping Connect Series amplifiers
The Connect Series amplifiers feature DSP with built in crossovers, PEQ, limiters, and load monitoring
Audio
LEA Professional launches new Cloud platform
The platform provides systems integrators with remote monitoring and control capabilities across the entire lineup of IoT-enabled LEA Professional Connect Series amplifiers
Case Studies
Full Powersoft overhaul for Noevir Stadium
Powersoft selected to drive sound system at Noevir Stadium in Kobe, Japan
Case Studies
Toyota Stadium boosts sound clarity for Rugby World Cup 2019
The Toyota Stadium in Toyota City has undergone a major upgrade of its sound system in preparation for the 2019 Rugby World Cup. The...
Case Studies
Clair Solutions future-proofs luxury NYC hotel with full-spec install
In partnership with Studio 54 co-owner and hotelier Ian Schrager, the EDITION line of hotels is in the upper echelon of Marriott International’s brands....
Technology
Product of the Month: Lab Gruppen CA Series
It’s… a new series of commercial install amplifiers What’s new? This Energy Star Certified range has been introduced as a cost-effective solution for bars,...
Case Studies
Powersoft drives bespoke audio in Tokyo arthouse cinemas
Japanese 'mini-theatre' specialist upgrades sound system to give the perfect cinema-going experience
Technology
Sports venues: A whole new ball game
Phil Ward investigates whether sports venues are smashing audio integration out of the park
Technology
TASCAM reveals eight-channel mic preamp
TASCAM has unveiled the new SERIES 8p Dyna eight-channel mic preamplifier with analogue compressor, the company’s first standalone mic preamp and A-D expansion device....
Technology
InfoComm 2019: Powersoft unveils Mezzo
Solution is designed for corporate, hospitality and education environments
Case Studies
Harman audio solutions create upscale atmosphere at Park Hyatt Bangkok
Mahajak Development Co. brings clear sound and seamless audio control to Park Hyatt Bangkok with a full complement of Harman audio solutions