LOS ANGELES — On Thursday, Dec. 4, QSC, Shure, and Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, Inc. will present a full day of live-sound training at Empire PRO, 5675 Mansfield Way, Bell, CA. A professional production of the training will also be streamed live at http://www.mldistrict.com/empirepro, courtesy of DataVideo. Empire PRO is a leading national Pro Audio, Video & Lighting distribution partner.
Read More »TOKYO — For the Meijiza Theatre here, RCF’s partner in Japan, Electori Co., provided four TTL33-A active loudspeakers. They are ground stacked on both sides of the stage above floor-mounted TTS36-A subs. The theatre used the gear to support Yoshimi Tendo, a singer of traditional enka ballads, during her recent performances at the venue.
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QSC’s GXD Series processing amplifiers promise to combine power, performance and reliability coupled with the convenience of onboard digital signal processing along with contemporary styling, multiple routing options and advanced protection circuitry. The GXD 8 has a list price of $999.99 and the GXD 4 is offered at $599.99 list with both models available in January 2015.
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HK Audio noted that EASE Focus 2 GLL data is now available for its Linear 5 tops. The Linear 5 range joins HK Audio’s Elements, ConTour Array, Cadis, Cohedra and Cohedra Compact systems in the EASE Focus 2 database.
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BIALYSTOK, Poland – Bialystok City Stadium in Northeastern Poland upgraded with a new 360-degree grandstand for events drawing up to 22,400. The venue, which also features conference rooms, a VIP room, a restaurant area and a shop for fans of the local soccer team, recently upgraded with Community loudspeakers and Dynacord electronics.
Read More »HERTFORDSHIRE, U.K. – At the Tring Park School for the Performing Arts here, students are using Avid’s live sound technology as part of an overall curriculum that includes dance, drama, musical theatre, and commercial music.
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KRAKOW, Poland — Allen & Heath GLD-80 and Qu-16 mixers have been installed in the 20,000-capacity Kraków Arena here. Along with the new sound system, the venue features a 500-meter-wide LED screen on its exterior. It is used for sports events, exhibitions, conferences and trade fairs.
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NEW YORK – The 2014 Global Citizen Festival, which drew some 50,000 to Central Park Sept. 27, featured artists including Jay Z, The Roots and DJ Tiesto. They performed in support of the Global Citizen movement, which aims to end extreme poverty by 2030. Firehouse Productions provided Harman’s JBL VTX loudspeakers and Crown I-Tech HD amplifiers.
Read More »ANN ARBOR, MI – Pro Media Marketing, an independent manufacturer’s representative firm covering the U.S. Midwest, announced the addition of Randy Robertson. Robertson, previously with Littlite brings, 10 years of industry experience.
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LAS VEGAS — Parnelli Week is here! The Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament tees off bright and early Thursday morning, Nov. 20 at Siena Golf Club in Las Vegas with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. sharp (onsite registration is even earlier, 6:30 am). It’s followed by the Parnelli Awards ceremony at the MGM Grand on the Las Vegas Strip. That begins Saturday, Nov. 22 with a 7 p.m. cocktail reception followed by the Awards Gala at 8 p.m. Tickets for both events can still be purchased online, but the virtual ticket window for both events closes Wednesday, Nov. 19 at noon Pacific time.
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BAKERSFIELD, CA – Known for its accessible, student-focused higher education programs and individualized attention to students, California State University Bakersfield recently purchased a Soundcraft Si Performer 3 to solidify the technology supporting its growing music and theater programs. The console is used for live mixing during shows in the 485-seat Doré Theatre, which include jazz and other music productions, theatrical productions, musicals, and opera. The board was purchased through Full Compass Systems.
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Pro Audio Inc. helped 800-member New Hope Baptist Church upgrade the audio systems used for the church’s 750-seat sanctuary and overflow and ancillary use rooms. The new system now features Ashly Audio processing, amplification, and user control.
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