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Ayrton RawBeam 350 laser source, announced at ISE 2026
Ayrton unveiled at ISE 2026 the prototype of the RawBeam 350, a compact and highly versatile beam fixture featuring Laser technology and, of course, IP65 protection. We also discovered the Nando 1202 Wash as well as an impressive laser Beam: the Naja.
Arolla Aqua S-LT and M-LT: Claypaky strengthens its IP66 profile range
2026 marks the 50th anniversary of Claypaky. Under the banner of celebration, two new compact white LED profile fixtures, IP66, ultra-competitive, with continuous pan & tilt rotation, are joining the Arolla Aqua LT range.
Sennheiser and Neumann 80 Years of Enduring Passion
The celebrations for Sennheiser’s 80th anniversary came to a close with visits to Wedemark, the company’s headquarters, and to Neumann in Berlin, the legendary manufacturer of condenser microphones; two fast-paced days.
Robe GigaPointe: Mega Laser Power!
The famous MegaPointe hybrid beam/spot moving light boosted by a white laser light source and IP65 rating, winning the SLU Innovation Award. RoboSpot also integrates many new features, and the MySvopatt on a motorized yoke has been announced.
Controllux B.V. Appointed as OXO’s New Distributor in the Netherlands
OXO Show Solutions announces Controllux as its new official distributor in the Netherlands, strengthening its presence in professional lighting for theatres, events, entertainment and architectural projects.
ETC Acquires Pharos Architectural Controls
ETC is pleased to announce a major step forward in shaping the next era of architectural lighting control with the acquisition of its long-time collaborator, Pharos Architectural Controls.
ATG Audiovisueel Steps Up a Gear with Astera
The Dutch rental and production company ATG Audiovisueel is making a major investment in Astera products. In 2025, they added 64 Titan Tubes, 16 Hyperion Tubes, and 24 Helios Tubes to their rental inventory and have just placed an order for 72 QuikSpots and 64 QuikPunches.
The Altimate VisionSuite monitoring interface is now available in version 2.0
The Altimate brand, which designs and manufactures Altivision in France—an innovative autonomous ecosystem dedicated to scenic lifting control—continues the development of its load monitoring platform that simplifies riggers’ work.
Delta Live joins Groupe Novelty and enters a new era of internatioinal growth
Groupe Novelty, a leading international integrator and provider of technical solutions for the live industry, announces the acquisition of Delta Live, a highly respected company specialised in audio, production and event delivery.
HazeBase Fab2 and Bazer, two thoughtfully designed and connected fog generators
German manufacturer Hazebase, a specialist in Haze and smoke machines, introduces two new, thoughtfully designed generators fully integrated into flight cases.
4 Robe iFORTE LTX installed at the Dutch National Opera
Four Robe iFORTE LTX moving lights with HCF engine enhance the followspot system at the Dutch National Opera in Amsterdam.
StageSmarts XR48, high-protection power distribution
Scalable 48-channel power distribution unit with advanced protection, system monitoring, relay-controlled switching and GPIO interface. The StageSmarts XR48 provides the required capacity for safe touring applications.
Sennheiser supports the resurrection of Notre-Dame de Paris with Spectera
After rebuilding Notre-Dame in five years, a new sound system was required. Novelty selected Sennheiser’s Spectera wireless, whose reliability, simplified installation and wide RF coverage met the cathedral’s demanding needs.
Pess Energy: new made-in-France battery-powered power units
The French brand PessEnergy, which manufactures portable battery-powered power supply units, “made in France,” is unveiling two new models for the events industry.
Chauvet Silens 2X Profile: precision without noise emissions
A new addition to the Chauvet Maverick family, the Silens 2X Profile reaches the highest levels of CRI and promises outstanding beam quality while eliminating unwanted noise emissions.
