Stage Directions

Mega Systems and RGBlink introduce the Venus X1 Pro E switcher and scaler that enables 4K switching, scaling and signal distribution to 2K display devices. Its design makes it ideal for connecting to LED displays in which multiple sending cards are used.

EAW announces the release of EAWmosaic 1.1.1. This version further enhances RADIUS’ usability through a number of useful bug fixes as well as the addition of a macOS support. EAWmosaic™ is an all-encompassing app for prediction, control, and monitoring of the EAW RADIUS loudspeaker family. With an extremely approachable design for engineers and system techs of all levels, EAWmosaic offers powerful design, prediction, and system optimization. This single, comprehensive app solution delivers intuitive and powerful control over your RADIUS™ system and runs on both iPad iOS and Mac OS.

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NEC Display Solutions of America launched two new projector models, the 30,000 Center (26,000 ANSI) lumen PH2601QL and the 40,000 Center (35,000 ANSI) lumen PH3501QL. Along with native 4K resolution, these projectors both feature RB laser light sources, high levels of protection from dust, and levels of brightness that make them suited for use in challenging venues with ambient light.

Elation’s Arena Series of high-power RGBW PAR lights is stepping outside with launch of the IP65-rated Arena Zoom Q7 IP™. A versatile full-color mixing wash luminaire, the Arena Zoom Q7 IP can be used for keylight, frontlight, or as a general wash light on indoor or outdoor stages of all types. The Arena Zoom Q7 IP is compact enough to fit into standard 12” truss as well, making it an ideal truss warmer/highlighter.

Provider Series, LLC introduces its new E-Cable, a direct replacement cable for the Countryman E6 and E6i ear set microphones. The E-Cable features a snap connector and Kevlar reinforced cable. The cable is extremely durable, and has a diameter of 1.4mm. The E-Cable is configured to work with Audio Technica, Sennheiser, AKG, and Shure beltpacks.

NovaStar introduces the Thunderview Series, an integrated solution that not only provides the excellent picture quality you’ve come to expect from Nova, but also ensures that low latency and stability are problems of the past. The Thunderview Series combines three products into one integrated solution.

Audio-Technica is now shipping its ATDM-0604 Digital SmartMixer®. Featuring intuitive use, superior echo-canceling, and flexible web remote functionality, the ATDM-0604 is a six-channel automatic mixer ideal for applications involving the use of multiple microphones or other media inputs.

With the introduction of the Ovations F-915FC, a full color-mixing Fresnel, Chauvet Professional now offers designers a wider array of color mixing options with Fresnel lighting. The Ovation F-915FC features an RGBA-Lime LED system. Joining this fixture in the company’s Fresnel line is the new Ovation F-915VW, a variable white Fresnel utilizing a proprietary 6-color LED system.

Mega Systems and PR Lighting have introduced the XRLED 1500-W Spot, an LED-powered moving head spot light. It’s equipped with a 600W white LED lamp, and features a variety of effects that make it a versatile, all-purpose unit.

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Rational Acoustics LLC announces the release of the second major version update for the Smaart® v8 measurement platform – Smaart v8.2. This free update includes many significant feature additions, interface modifications and bug fixes, and is recommended for all Smaart v8 users.