ViewSonic Corp. has applied its cutting-edge display technologies to the latest annual expo, Creative Expo Taiwan, transforming art into immersive visual experiences. The theme, Water Scrapes, celebrates Taiwan’s natural and cultural landscapes as shaped by rivers and aquatic ecosystems -symbols of vitality, connection, and diversity. With vivid visuals and flexible setups, ViewSonic’s Luminous Superior Series laser projectors and Foldable 138-inch All-in One Direct View LED Display enabled curators to bring their creative visions to life. Creative Expo Taiwan is the flagship annual showcase for cultural and creative industries in Taiwan. The latest edition explored water as a vital force in…
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A new force in LED display innovation has debuted with the bold ambition to move the industry into a new era of creatively ambitious, technically engineered visual experiences. Headquartered in Chicago and serving customers across North America and Europe, Elysium LED enters the professional AV market as a solutions-driven LED partner focused on engineering excellence, creative freedom, and long-term customer value. Founded by industry veteran Kirt Yanke, former executive at Sharp NEC Display Solutions, Elysium LED is built on decades of real-world installation experience, technical leadership, systems intelligence and a clear understanding of the frustrations customers face in complex LED…
For over two decades, KV2 Audio has made a name for itself as a go-to solution for nightclub sound systems across the world. Now, the loudspeaker manufacturer is taking on one of the UK’s most iconic music venues – Ministry of Sound – delivering a comprehensive system to power the newly refurbished main room. Back in 2022, Technical and Production Manager at Ministry of Sound, Oscar Zammit, entered into discussions with integration specialist, Louis Jemmott, about the possibility of upgrading the venue’s sound system. “Oscar and I spoke about what a potential upgrade could look like, and in 2024, these…
Much-loved American fast-food chain, Wendy’s, is making its mark across the pond. Since establishing its first UK outlet in Reading in 2021, the renowned quick-service brand is homing in on its expansion target of 50 outlets. At the Touchwood Shopping Centre in Solihull (managed by UK franchise partner, Blank Table), the brand has implemented an audio upgrade by installing four Sonos Era 100 Pro speakers to create a richer, more immersive dining environment. The success of this project has paved the way for further installations, including the recently completed rollout at the Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Brierley Hill, reinforcing…
Ljubljana Exhibition & Convention Centre, Slovenia’s leading trade fair and congress venue, has upgraded its main hall with the country’s largest fixed indoor LED screen. The installation, located in the iconic Marmorna Hall, features 40 m² of Alfalite LED technology and sets a new benchmark for large-scale event presentation in the Slovenian MICE sector. The new LED wall measures 8.40 × 4.72 metres and replaces a previous projection-based system. It is powered by Alfalite’s UHD Finepix MATIX 1.8 AlfaCOB solution, comprising 196 cabinets with a 1.8 mm pixel pitch. The result is high brightness, precise colour reproduction and consistent image…
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre (BGET) is, in every respect, synonymous with excellence in live entertainment. A striking presence in Dublin’s Docklands, it first opened in 2010. As Ireland’s largest fixed-seat theatre, with a capacity of 2,111, it was well served for 15 years by a sound system based around d&b’s iconic Q-Series. In 2025, it was time for a renewal – and longevity was once again a key requirement. “With our programme well-established, we knew what we were looking for,” explains Technical Manager Liam Fitzgerald. “Having seen many types of touring PA, we knew what set-ups worked well, and –…
CPL has deployed Panasonic’s KAIROS IP-based live video production platform at the annual Camper Calling Music Festival. This deployment reflects CPL’s ongoing commitment to investing in the SMPTE ST 2110 IP-based transmission standard. Combined with Panasonic’s 4K AK-UC4000 studio camera, AW-UE160 PTZ units, and range of MutiViewers and camera control units, CPL has implemented the AT-KC2000 KAIROS mainframe to manage the festival’s entire AV infrastructure. CPL has streamlined the efficiency of its KAIROS deployment at Camper Calling, with less equipment required, albeit delivering greater functionality. The powerful KC2000 mainframe increases production flexibility, enabling CPL’s team to seamlessly incorporate VT playback,…
Motion Mapping has launched its London Design Centre Experience — a purpose-built immersive environment showcasing advanced media server technology, with Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 Media Servers at its core. Designed as a living laboratory rather than a traditional showroom, the Centre invites visitors to step inside fully realised experiential environments where projection mapping and interactive systems transform physical spaces into responsive, data-driven experiences. Running until the end of April, it functions as a working prototype of contemporary spatial design, where projection, LED, sensors, “magic” glass, physical materials, and interactive systems are orchestrated through a unified media server workflow. For Motion Mapping,…
Icecat and the Midwich Group businesses are further expanding their collaboration. The Midwich Group will use Icecat as a central source of product information across their webshop environments, supporting multiple group identities and specialist Pro-AV entities. The use of Icecat will be rolled out in phases across the Midwich Group, including, among others, Midwich Benelux and Kern & Stelly. With this approach, Midwich Group places its customers at the centre by ensuring scalable, consistent access to high-quality product content – an essential advantage in the Pro-AV market where online visibility, speed and data accuracy are key. Icecat provides structured and…
When Radiohead announced their first tour in seven years, the Oxford quintet made a bold choice: rather than the traditional end-stage setup, they would perform in the round on a small circular stage at the centre of each arena. The decision reflected the band’s commitment to creating a more intimate connection with audiences despite playing some of the largest venues in Europe. The results exceeded expectations. At London’s O2 Arena in late November, where Radiohead performed four sold-out shows, they broke the venue’s attendance record night after night. The final show drew 22,355 people – a new high-water mark for…