Claypaky will present its new lighting solutions at Prolight + Sound 2024, March 19 – 22, 2024 in Halle 12.1, stand E69. Here’s an overview of those solutions that are World Premieres and those that are making their first appearance at PL+S 2024.Read More »Claypaky Introduces New Products at Prolight + Sound 2024
ETC announces the release of Hog 4 version 4.0 software. Enhancements include significant improvements to color handling and Hog 4’s Color Picker, a new ‘Record Defaults’ function, and Fixture Builder upgrades. ETC created an introductory video for the Hog 4.0 OS:
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HARMAN Professional Solutions announced its Martin MAC Viper XIP, the next-generation Viper-class fixture that integrates iconic Viper performance, Martin’s patent-pending XIP weatherproofing technology, and the most robust feature set Martin has ever developed. Drawing on features that defined the renowned Viper lineup, MAC Viper XIP sets a new standard for all-in-one performance, innovation, and reliability. Here’s a video from Martin announcing the launch of the MAC Viper XIP:
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Inspired by the radiant sun, the SŌL I Blinder is the first in a new groundbreaking series of creative LED blinder and effects solutions from Elation that marries cutting-edge technology with artistic ingenuity. With a tiny form factor, IP65 rating, and sleek and modern aesthetic, SŌL I seamlessly integrates into any stage or event setting, offering limitless creative potential. Here’s a video from Elation showing the various configurations you can create with the SŌL I:
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The new NotchLC Adobe plugin for macOS brings native support for Apple Silicon.
As users may know, Apple has been transitioning to their own, ARM-based processor and GPU architecture, which has been a challenge for many software developers, including Notch. This change, along with Adobe’s subsequent decision to stop supporting Intel plugin backward compatibility in their Creative Cloud 2024 update, made using NotchLC on macOS more difficult for many. While several workarounds have been available (like side-loading older versions for Creative Cloud Media Encoder), they were not ideal, which is why Notch have been working on a better solution for the NotchLC user community.
The Austrian AV technology manufacturer, AV Stumpfl, is set to captivate Prolight + Sound attendees with a display of its latest screen and media server technology in hall 12.0, stand #C84 (Frankfurt am Main, 19 –22 March). Attendees will have the opportunity to discover the award-winning BLACKPEAK screen, making its debut in Frankfurt.
Astera will showcase a full range of its powerful and flexible wireless LED lighting solutions on stand B30 in Hall 12.1 at the 2024 Prolight+Sound expo in Frankfurt, Germany, next week, including the award-winning PlutoFresnel and LeoFresnel fixtures and the new ProjectionLens for PlutoFresnel.
Pangolin announces the release of BEYOND and QuickShow 5.5, introducing a myriad of enhancements for your laser displays. Their development team has worked meticulously over the past several months to bring all of these new tools and features to life, while continuing to improve on previously released tools, and providing a host of bug fixes and quality-of-life updates.
As the winter/spring exhibition season builds up to its finale, GLP has saved the best until last. Following the outstanding reception to its latest product portfolio at both LDI in Las Vegas and ISE in Barcelona, visitors to Prolight + Sound in Frankfurt (19–22 March) can expect not only to see all these in action, but a lot more besides (at their combined booths in Hall 12.1). This will make it one of the most important expo presentations in GLP’s history.Read More »GLP to Showcase New Product Portfolio at Prolight + Sound 2024
Setting the stage for another successful year, ADJ will utilize the upcoming Prolight + Sound exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany to showcase a variety of the company’s newest lighting and LED video products. On display will be the latest additions to the company’s Vizi and Hydro Series of automated luminaires, as well as the new ElectraPix Series of robust and versatile battery-powered wash fixtures.
Disguise has announced the public launch of its brand new VX 3 video playback hardware solution within its flagship VX range. First revealed at ISE earlier this year, the VX 3 features three 4K video outputs suitable for both projection and LED displays. This means it can handle both pre-rendered and real-time video playback from any third-party render engine, making the VX 3 Disguise’s most flexible, versatile and scalable VX machine yet for the next generation of live productions.
Follow-Me BV, the manufacturer of remote followspot and performer tracking solutions are looking forward to exhibiting at Hall 12.1 D40 during Prolight + Sound in Germany this month. The stand is focused on demonstrating the full feature set of the manual system, Follow-Me 3D and Follow-Me Track-iT auto-tracking solution for lighting, audio, and video.