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SIXTY82 Strengthens Commitment to UK Market with New Office at Production Park, Wakefield
SIXTY82, the collaborative force behind some of the entertainment industry’s most innovative trussing and staging solutions, is proud to announce the opening of its new UK office at Production Park in Wakefield – the dynamic hub for live events, touring, and production industries.
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La Raíz shines brightly in their comeback with a spectacular Ayrton Cobra light show
After six years away from the stage, Spanish masters of rock, ska, reggae and rap, La Raíz, made a triumphant return, exceeding all expectations with two unforgettable concerts at Madrid’s Movistar Arena. More than 30,000 people experienced music and lighting worked in perfect harmony.
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Claypaky joins forces with EK Inc. to drive future growth
Claypaky will soon become part of a new strategic ownership under EK Inc., a respected and forward-thinking player in the global entertainment lighting industry. This marks an important milestone in our nearly 50-year journey – one that strengthens our foundation while opening new doors for growth.
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Robe Remembers Bob Schacherl 1954 – 2025
Bob Schacherl – beloved friend, colleague, Robe Family member and professional entertainment lighting industry legend – sadly passed away this week, aged 70. Bob served as CEO of Robe Lighting Inc from 2013 until his retirement in 2019 and will be much missed by all in the Robe organization alongside those in the industry who had the privilege of working with him.
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TAF’s new 3004-L base plate – A Star in Flexible Mounting
TAF's new 3004-L base plate offers new possibilities for mounting moving heads or spotlights directly onto all FT34 series structures. With its Quicklock connection system, you can count on quick and easy mounting.
Justice Live 2024: An Electroshock by Vincent Lérisson
Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay, the iconic duo behind Justice, orchestrated a breathtaking global show. At the heart of this spectacle produced by Corida/Genesis with B-Live as the service provider, Vincent Lérisson's lighting design captivated the crowds.
Justice at the Accor Arena – a concert without mics
Over the last few months, Justice has been exporting French EDM to multiple continents. In concerts and at festivals, this emblematic duo puts on an impressive show of creativity and technical mastery. The musical style is quite an original experience, since there are no microphones on stage, just the two artists at the controls of their tracks.
Good ideas stand the test of time. VGt is here and it was worth the wait
Brock Adamson took his time before choosing VGt. And he was right to do so. This new system was deployed by MPM for the Eddy de Pretto tour. We met with the technical team and DV2 at the Galaxie in Amnéville. And we listened.
Shure Axient Digital PSM, the IEM powered by WMAS
The first Shure system to take advantage of the new Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems (WMAS) regulatory framework is the AXIENT DIGITAL PSM in-ear monitoring system. Shure played an important role in defining and adapting the new WMAS regulatory framework.
Martin Viper XIP, the worthy heir
Finally, here it is!
The long-awaited Martin Viper XIP, the LED revival of the global success "Viper" is still available in stock at rental companies almost everywhere, since this fixture is reliable and durable. Its heir, completely in tune with the times, promises to replace it with no less of a success.
Chauvet Strike Bolt 1C, Strobe, colors and more!
If Chauvet offered you a new fixture, would you prefer a Strobe, a Blinder, or a small matrixable LED bar? The choice is indeed complicated... Otherwise, I suggest you discover the Strike Bolt 1C which has all these possibilities in a single source! We tested it in the Chauvet showroom.
Claypaky Rhapsodya, the new Maestro of Lighting
The Rhapsodya represents a significant advancement in the Italian manufacturer's Profile additive synthesis range. Aimed to meet the rigorous requirements of operas and theaters, in terms of colorimetric precision and quality of light, this new Profile is positioned at the top of the multispectral range initiated by Synfonya with a source twice as powerful.
Astera LeoFresnel, the “Swiss army knife” for television studios
The "LeoFresnel" is a fixture, as its name suggests, equipped with a Fresnel lens, whose multi-tone LED source offers the world of events and broadcasting a completely unique product. It is therefore a fixture whose functions and accessories allow it to be considered as a real "Swiss army knife".
