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RF Venue’s Diversity Architectural Antenna Makes High Performance Invisible

RF Venue, a global leader in antenna and RF wireless communication products, is introducing its Diversity Architectural Antenna, a new system component for wireless microphones that offers the core capabilities of the company’s acclaimed Diversity Fin Antenna in a virtually invisible footprint. In installations where aesthetics matter, the patented cross-polarized Diversity Architectural Antenna is an unobtrusive, high-performance solution to the problem of wireless microphone signal dropouts, multipath interference and IMD issues plaguing the use of separate paddle antenna pairs. The antenna provides an elegantly designed solution for integrators developing A/V systems for houses of worship, schools from K-12 to higher education, corporate conference and training rooms and any other smaller, indoor multi-purpose venue.

Featuring a slim profile enclosure, the Diversity Architectural Antenna can be installed in any position on a wall or ceiling and can be painted to match any interior, delivering a true diversity solution that can hide in plain sight. With its unique, patent-pending, dual-feed antenna design, both A and B diversity connections are provided, so there’s no need to install two separately spaced antennas, resulting in a more professional look that room designers and architects appreciate.

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SoundPro Named NAMM Top 100 Dealer, Up for “Dealer of the Year” Award

Sound Productions (SoundPro) has been named a Top 100 Dealer by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), the global association of music instruments and pro audio products. The NAMM’s Top 100 Dealer Award honors industry leaders in music retail from throughout the world.

The annual Top 100 Dealer Award recognizes music product dealers that demonstrate exceptional commitment to their stores, neighborhoods, and customers—with the overarching goal of creating a more musical world through their local communities. To determine the list, an independent panel of judges reviewed hundreds of submissions and scored them according to a wide range of categories that include customer service, innovation, music advocacy, store design, marketing, and sales promotions.

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VuWall Introduces its Application Server to Securely Share and Control Websites and Applications on Video Walls

VuWall, a technology leader in video wall control systems and unified visualization solutions, is launching the Application Server, a cost-effective appliance for streaming, sharing, controlling and visualizing websites and applications across AV/IT networks. The Application Server is a scalable and versatile solution that simplifies video wall deployments by providing quick access to websites, dashboards and applications from a single, centralized source.

"In today's control rooms and corporate workspaces, visualizing content from websites and applications is a must. The challenge is that customers want to visualize many sources at once," said Mark Schmidt, CTO of VuWall. "Traditional video wall control systems are deeply burdened by this demand with respect to performance and security. We are very excited to introduce the Application Server as the latest addition to our product family to address this critical need efficiently and cost-effectively."

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GLP to Unveil Impression X5, Impression X5 IP Bar, and XDC1 IP Hybrid at Prolight + Sound

With the brand-new impression X5 series, GLP sets a new standard for LED wash moving lights. This new development is the prelude to a whole series of innovative luminaires and will be on show at Prolight + Sound alongside the X5 IP Bar and XDC1 IP Hybrid, an exciting fusion of X5 Wash and untamed JDC1 strobe power, at Stand C30 in Hall 12.1.

The impression X5 is a "next-generation LED wash light" – a new workhorse that brings all the benefits of the iconic X4 series with cutting-edge technology and much anticipated new features. The fixture weighs only 29.3 lbs (13.3 kg) and is equipped with 19 powerful 40-watt RGBL LEDs that provide an incredible light output and an expanded color gamut. GLP's new iQ.Gamut color algorithm, for example, ensures that the impression X5 produces a clean white point at 6,500 K with high color rendering (CRI 90 / TLCI 90) as standard, plus the option to switch to other fixed and precisely calibrated white points. With the new super-fast zoom mechanism, the impression X5 offers a 16:1 zoom from 3.5° to 60° with homogeneous light distribution across the entire range.

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Just Add Power Partners With URC for Major Systems Integration

Just Add Power, a leader in AV-over-IP distribution, today announced its integration partnership with URC, a global leader in smart home automation and control for residential and commercial applications. With this partnership, Just Add Power's lineup of award-winning AV-over-IP solutions are now directly available to URC's certified dealer network. In addition, the latest version of Just Add Power's Advanced Matrix Programmer (AMP) – VLAN configuration software is compatible with URC's Total Control® platform.

"The URC integration doesn't stop with AMP. They're not only an integration partner but also a last-mile delivery partner," said Ed Qualls, CEO, and founder of Just Add Power. "Now integrators that are spec'ing their URC system with Just Add Power solutions can work directly with their URC dealer to design a fully integrated control and video distribution system. Ultimately, it's a one-stop shop that makes it even easier to fulfill and configure all your Just Add Power product needs."

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LynTec Returns to the 2022 NAMM Show

LynTec, a leading manufacturer of innovative electrical power control solutions for professional audio, video, and lighting (AVL) systems, is bringing a versatile and high-performance power control trifecta to booth 17913 at the 2022 NAMM Show, June 3-5 at the Anaheim Convention Center. On display will be the LCP Lighting Control Panel Series designed exclusively for lighting and video wall installations, the patented and robust Remote Control Breaker and Relay Panels, and the XPC Xtend Power Control Series modules for convenient and flexible control anywhere.

"It's incredibly exciting to return to the NAMM Show and be part of the conversation around the return of live music events," said Mark Bishop, president of LynTec. "As live shows become more innovative, power control and sequencing have become vital to the health, reliability, and longevity of AVL systems. At NAMM, we'll be showing how our solutions make it easier for staff to power those systems on, off, and get the protection they need to assure they're ready to go from show to show."

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Hercules Stands Launches “Saved by Hercules” Campaign

Hercules Stands celebrates their 20th anniversary with the launch of the “Saved by Hercules” campaign honoring the brand’s history of protecting instruments worldwide. For over two decades, Hercules Stands have proven to be the most trustworthy and reliable source of dependable stands for musicians, whether they are on stage, in the studio, or at home.

The “Saved by Hercules” campaign is designed to educate players on the dangers of instrument damage that can be caused by inferior stands. From falling instruments to discoloration and deterioration, the results can be devastating. Low quality stands can include materials that react with lacquer finishes. "Stand damage" is a harsh reality that many musicians unfortunately discover after it is too late. Hercules is on a mission to save instruments from this harmful fate.

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Cobalt Digital Turns 25!

Cobalt Digital is turning 25! The designer and manufacturer of award-winning edge and processing devices for live video production and master control, and a founding partner in the openGear® initiative, has been serving a broad section of industries, ranging from Pro AV applications to Broadcast networks since being established in 1997 by founder Gene Zimmerman.

Explained Zimmerman, “In 1997, George Hoover of NEP asked if I could design and fabricate a modest number of SDI to analog converter boxes. I gladly complied and developed what would become our first product, the 4010 (named for a tractor that I drove in my youth on my family’s farm). The modest quantity manufactured for that model grew into requests for thousands of units and led to an extended range of conversion products. And Cobalt Digital was born. I even took home a Pick Hit award from NAB 1998 for that original model, followed by many other awards over the past 25 years.”

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Roland to Launch “INSPIRE THE MUSIC: 50 Years of Roland History” Book in Celebration of 50 Years of Music Innovation

Roland, the world’s most iconic electronic music instrument brand, is continuing to celebrate its 50th anniversary with the unveiling of the INSPIRE THE MUSIC: 50 Years of Roland History anniversary book. In collaboration with renowned publisher Bjooks, the 400-page, beautifully photographed hardcover book celebrates the culture, people, and technology that has shaped the brand over the past 50 years.

INSPIRE THE MUSIC is a fun, engaging, and informative tour through evolution and revolution in beat making, keyboards, pianos, synthesizers, guitar and bass products, drums and percussion, music production, and more. Readers will enjoy more than 70 colorful interviews with world-renowned artists and Roland designers, discussing their relationships with the instruments and making music. The book offers deep insights into the worldwide Roland culture, and a timeline traces Roland’s history from its humble beginnings under founder Ikutaro Kakehashi to its current place as a worldwide leader in music technology.

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ADJ Expands Popular Hydro Series Of IP65-rated Moving Head Fixtures With One Profile And Two Spots

All of the Hydro Series fixtures feature robust all metal construction and are IP65-rated to allow safe temporary outdoor use in all weather conditions. The sealed casing design also means that the light source, electronics and internal mechanisms are protected from dust, dirt and airborne particles, including humidity and haze residue. The fixtures therefore require reduced maintenance schedules and are likely to offer extended operational lifespans, when compared with conventional fixtures. For this reason, many production companies are choosing to invest in all IP65-rated equipment, giving the flexibility to use them for both indoor and outdoor events. Similarly, many installers are choosing Hydro Series fixtures even for indoor permanent installations.

Sitting proudly at the top of the expanded Hydro Series, the Hydro Profile combines an immense 660-Watt LED engine, which produces 25,000 Lumens, with an expansive feature set to offer a professional lighting powerhouse. Its beam can be precisely manipulated using a four-blade rotatable framing system, alongside motorized zoom (6 ~ 45 degrees), focus and iris, together with two frost filters. A CMY color mixing system, combined with a variable CTO flag and six slot replaceable color wheel, allow for exceptional versatility and creative freedom when it comes to color selection. Meanwhile, two GOBO wheels, two rotating prisms (six-facet circular and five-facet linear), and an animation wheel allow for the creation of an almost unlimited variety of aerial effects and surface pattern projections. Learn more about the Hydro Profile by visiting: https://www.adj.com/hydro-profile.

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