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InfoComm 2018 Recap

Two weeks ago we ventured out West to Las Vegas to take in the latest product offerings at InfoComm. While three days isn't enough time to see everything (it spanned 550,000 net square feet of exhibits, demo rooms and special events space, making it the biggest InfoComm ever), we did try to find the newest and most exciting products for you. Many of these products debuted at the show and won't be available until later this year, while some of them are ready to ship!

 Due to the large amount of products that we're recapping, we'll separate into three sections: audio, lighting/staging, and video/convergence. We'll link some of these product recaps to web pages or youtube videos so that you can see more for yourself. 

Audio

  • dB Technologies
    • Vio L208: Though we have seen the preview of the Vio series, we had not heard them in person yet. We had a chance to see them live at the dB Technologies listening room and we were definitely impressed! 
    • ES 1203 Column PA System: Also a welcome addition is this portable column line array PA system. We should be hearing it at our portable line array column loudspeaker showcase this upcoming September (in 2016 dB did very well at our loudspeaker showcase, we think they’ll show up big again this fall).
    • Vio L212: We did not get to hear it but they had a cut a way of the new VIO L212 full scale line array module designed for large touring sound reinforcement applications. This is a "big boy" line array module for large touring rigs. 
  • Atlas IED
    • Strategically Hidden Loudspeaker: An excellent product for install, this speaker remains hidden in the ceiling while allowing for wide audio coverage. This product is "coming soon" so we're hoping sometime around the fall. Check out some of the pictures of it in action at the Atlas booth.
 Left: See that little circle left from center? That's all that shows up in the ceiling. 
Right: A great display that shows what is "underneath the hood" in the glass ceiling. 
    • Z Series High Definition Acoustical System: A all-in-one solution that can handle sound masking, paging, and background music.  Another "coming soon" item we'll see later this year.
    • EZSYS Packages: Great “kits” that will be easy for music systems, speech privacy, etc, out later this year.
  • Audio-Technica
    • 3000 Series: Though this line debuted at the Namm Show, we also saw the fourth-generation 3000 wireless series. This series offers twice the MHz tuning range as the previous versions, which gives users the ability to easily operate in the congested UHF spectrum. This product is shipping and some items are currently in stock.
    • AES67-compliant Microphones & Devices: The Audio-Technica blog lists all the models, but they introduced an upgraded line of Network Microphones and Devices, offering new AES67-compatible “a”-designated versions of all previous models.
    • JBL
      • VLA Compact Series: A full range line array with 100 degree or 65 degree horizontal coverage, out of the box weather protection in fiberglass enclosures. This product will be available later this summer. 
      • VTX A8: JBL Professional’s flagship VTX A Series technology in a compact solution for small to mid-size rental and installed applications
    • Denon
      • Audio Commander: All-in-one compact PA system designed to satisfy the needs of customers such as professional DJs, aerobics instructors, presenters or anyone needing a self-contained, self-powered unit without cables. Shipping now.
      • Commander Sport: An all-in-one, water-resistant, sub-compact PA system.  This portable system operates on its internal rechargeable battery or AC power. Because of its IPX4 water-resistant design, it can be used in applications around swimming pools, water parks, and outdoor venues. Shipping now.
      • Lectern Active: We already have one of these in our showroom, but it's now available in white and also comes with the option of a wheel kit for ease of transportation. Shipping now.
      • DN-306X: This 6 channel mixer with Mic 1 priority is perfect for restaurants, court rooms, sports facilities, etc. Also availble with 120 watt 4 ohm or 70/100V volt output in one rack space with the 306XA. Shipping now.
      • DN-200AZB: A mini amp with Bluetooth receiver with 20 watts 4 ohms/70/100volt. With this you can put sound anywhere such as offices or classrooms. Shipping now.
    • Marantz
      • Turret: For the youtuber/gamer/podcaster, Marantz has a high quality all-in-one solution for live streamers. The turret provides a mic, camera, and light. There is also a smaller version that is coming soon pictured with the currently available Turret.




    • Allen & Heath
    • Soundcraft
      • Vi 1000 Digital Console: Same brain as the Vi 2000 and Vi 3000, but a more compact solution with only only 8 channel faders and 8 master faders.


    Lighting/Staging

    • Blizzard Lighting
      • Iris R2 Video Wall: A 2.9 mm pitch indoor panel with an easy one man setup. We're scheduling a time for this wall to be featured in our showroom, stay tuned for an announcement! 
      • Tournado Seven: Coming soon, a IP65 rated 7-in-one (RGBAW+LIME+UV) LED wash/par fixture.
      • LightShark LS-1: A cross-platform lighting control system where a web browser is all you need to have complete access to the software, no matter the Operative System (iOS, Android, Linux, Windows, macOS).
    • Martin Lighting
      • RUSH Batten 1 HEX: 12 individually controlled cells RGBAW+UV led, comes with diffuser panel for wide beam applications. 
    • Intellistage
      • ProFlex Feather-lite 4x4 Staging: Light weight, super strong,  adjustable 16” to 24” legs integrated into panel. This can be set up by one person with no tools, and weights on 48 lbs. All parts are integrated, but you can get stairs guardrails and transportation trolleys additionally. Shipping now.
      • Staging 101: Mobile, folding choral risers – 3 and 4 tier folding risers. Simple dual height adjustable, modular design based on the concept of the folding leg tables. Shipping now.
    • Elation
      • Protron Eclypse – IP44 outdoor rated LED strobe/blinder 4-in-1 that will be available later this year. 

    Video/Convergence

    • Datavideo
      • HS-1300: A 6 input HDMI portable streaming/recording video switcher, an excellent solution for houses of worship. Coming soon.
      • HS-1600T: Similar to the HS-1300 but with 4 inputs and HDBaseT. Coming soon.
    • Biamp
      • Tesira EX-UBT Audio Expander: The new expander in the Tesira collection (collection for larger conference rooms) provides a reliable digital audio interface via USB. Shipping Q3 of this year.
    • AMX
      • Ascendo Vibe: There are a good bit of sound bar solutions for conferencing, but when it comes to design this one is the sleekest. Shipping now.
    • Vaddio
      • Another sound bar conferencing solution that debuted at InfoComm is one from Vaddio. There's no information yet on it, but it will be out later this year and will be perfect for small conference rooms and huddle spaces. Pictured below.


    • Christie
      • Guardian: New alignment correction software from Christie that debuted at InfoComm. If you had multiple projectors for a screen and one was accidentally bumped or moved, this software detects it and corrects it within about 60 seconds.
    • Digital Projection
      • INSIGHT 8K DLP Projector: 8K is here and it really does make a huge difference. We went in thinking “how much difference can it really be?” but we were proven wrong. The images are so crisp and the depth is so rich that it almost looked like 3D. The 2020 Summer Olympics will be shot in 8K and they approached Delta (DP parent company) to develop this. The Insight 8K projector has 25,000 lumens, 33 million pixels, 16 inputs.
    • Sennheiser
      • Team Connect Ceiling 2: The innovative conferencing solution from Sennheiser now has Dante in the second generation model. We have the first gen product in our training room if you would ever like to see a demo.

     If you'd like to do some more digging we highly recommend going to the rave publication's InfoComm recap page. They created a staggering amount of content and it's a great place to feel like you have your finger on the pulse of the show. If you have any questions about any of these products, please feel free to reach out to your Sales Associate or contact us directly at (770) 945-1028.

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