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OBSBOT Releases the Tail 2 PTZ Camera
OBSBOT Tail 2, the world’s first AI-powered Three-Axis PTZR 4K camera, launched March 20th and is now shipping. The OBSBOT Tail 2 combines AI-driven innovation and top-tier image quality, with a revolutionary PTZR design, offering exceptional value for professional...

The Weight of Easter (and the Privilege to Carry It)
By the time you read this—just days before Easter—if you don’t already have your gear lined up, your rehearsals scheduled, and your tech ducks in a row...well, there’s not much I can offer at this point that’ll prevent a logistical scramble. But that’s not the point...

Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) and Shure Incorporated Offer 5th annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA), in partnership with Shure Incorporated, is accepting applications for the 5th annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship, offered to students worldwide who are pursuing an education in professional audio....

Telycam Ships Highly Anticipated Explore Broadcast PTZ Camera
PTZ camera innovator Telycam has begun shipping its eagerly awaited Explore broadcast-class PTZ camera. Designed to redefine excellence in live production, the Explore camera features a 1-inch sensor and delivers stellar quality, superior auto-focus performance,...

Intinor Unveils Advancements in Video Quality and Workflow Flexibility at NAB 2025
Intinor, Sweden’s leading developer of high-quality video over the internet, is unveiling significant advancements to its Direkt series at NAB 2025. With a focus on higher image quality, seamless interoperability, and improved user experience, Intinor continues to...

How Loud Should You Be Mixing in Your Auditorium?
This question comes up often in church AVL forums, and it's one I hear frequently. Here's the part some find irritating about my usual response: the definitive answer is... It depends! But don't worry—I do have some concrete guidelines (yes, actual numbers!) I'll...

Studio Technologies Model 201 Interpreter’s Console Now Shipping Globally
Studio Technologies, manufacturer of high-quality audio, video, and fiber-optic solutions, announces its Model 201 Interpreter’s Console is now shipping worldwide. The Model 201, which will be on display at NAB 2025 (Booth N2672), is a...

Glensound Further Extends Market-Leading Communications Products
lGlensound, a leader in high-quality audio systems, is bringing yet more innovation to NAB Show 2025 (Booth N2270, Las Vegas Convention Center, 6-9 April). Well-known for its commentator units and intercoms, widely used by broadcasters in the US and around the world,...

Church Audio Engineers: How Do We Present Ourselves?
Not long ago, I posted a short article on LinkedIn, poking fun at a church audio engineer for wearing a wide-brimmed fedora while mixing FOH. While I do think it was a little over-the-top in the fashion-over-function category, the main point was that a large hat like...

The Sound Behind the Scenes: The Psychology Behind Navigating Personalities
I have been deeply involved in the live audio engineering industry for many years. Growing up, I was my father’s right-hand helper, initially performing tasks similar to those of a roadie—rolling cables, setting up and tearing down the stage and PA system. However,...

tvONE Showcases Video Processing at NAB
tvONE, a leader in broadcast and video scaling technologies, displayed its new CALICO PRO video processing. CALICO PRO represents a significant leap forward in video processing technology, ensuring impeccable, low-latency performance across all LED setups, thanks to...

STAGETEC Expands Globally – and Heads to INFOCOMM in Orlando!
For over 30 years, STAGETEC has been a leader in professional audio technology, delivering innovative solutions to broadcasters, production companies, and live event organizers worldwide. Now, we’re excited to announce that STAGETEC is officially open for business in...

FOR-A Announces Dante Audio Support for Product Range
FOR-A America introduces extensive Dante audio integration with its product line up, including its range of broadcast and professional video production switchers. Developed by Audinate, Dante audio networking enables the transmission of high-quality, low latency...
TAF Introduces the GS500N Truss Line
Introducing the New GS500N medium-duty square (19.69 x 19.69 in, 500 x 500 mm) truss line from TAF, with all straights and corners coming with a connection kit as standard! The GS500N line has the highest vertical loading capacity from truss in the TAF portfolio that...
Unlimited Worship Chooses Waves eMo IEM Immersive In-Ear Mixing Software for eMotion LV1 Live Mixers
Yedidyah Yehezkiel, front-of-house and monitor engineer for Unlimited Worship in Jakarta (credits include Audio System Integrator at GBI Basilea Christ Cathedral, and monitor engineer for Indonesia’s Christian contemporary music artist and worship leader Franky...
Sound Devices Achieves Industry Milestone with A20-HH Digital Wireless Handheld Microphone
Sound Devices, an Audiotonix company, has launched many disruptive technologies over the years, and it is once again changing the game with the introduction of the A20-HH digital wireless handheld microphone. The A20-HH not only combines the best audio and RF...
Xyte Introduces a Mobile View to Monitor and Manage Devices On The Go
Xyte, developer of the first all-in-one cloud platform for device manufacturers and system integrators, announces the launch of its new Mobile View for Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM), enabling users to monitor and manage devices from their mobile phones and...
Introducing the Versatile Multi-Tool – The Force
Chroma-Q®, a world-renowned brand of premium-performance LED lighting solutions manufactured in North America, is pleased to introduce The Force - a versatile multi-tool. This robust device was designed with the lighting professional in mind to streamline...
RWM-CRN1 Wall Mounting Plate Offers Clean Cable Management and Simplified Installation
Sound Control Technologies (SCT), the leader in camera, codec, and table interface solutions, introduces the RWM-CRN1 wall mounting plate for Cisco Room Navigator, delivering a streamlined cable management solution and simplifying installation. “The adapter plate...
RF Venue® Introduces the Next-Gen DISTRO5 HDR RF and DC Power Distribution System for Wireless Microphones
RF Venue® has introduced the DISTRO5 HDR, its next-generation and highest-performance antenna and power distribution system for any brand or model wireless microphone system. Building on the success of the renowned RF Venue DISTRO4, the DISTRO5 HDR uses low noise...