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Guadeloupe’s Cultural Weekend starts with a bang, thanks to DiGiCo Quantum 225 and SD12
Mouvement Mas K Klé are a musical collective that celebrates the modern and historic culture of Guadeloupe. As part of Guadeloupe’s Cultural Weekend, the group performed with others from across the Archipelago in a huge celebration of Caribbean culture with music, dancing and live performances. Sono Scène supplied the event
Visual Productions presents NetPanel
Visual Productions presents NetPanel, a refined family of compact 89x89mm networked wall panels that bring intuitive, tactile control to architectural lighting projects. The E1 encoder, F2 fader and B4 button models mix seamlessly to create custom interfaces for hospitality lobbies, upscale retail, corporate atriums, offices, public spaces, and more.
L-Acoustics Opens Americas Regional Headquarters in Nashville Featuring L-Acoustics Showroom and L-Acoustics Creative Studio
Facility at heart of Music City’s creative ecosystem features second global HYRISS showroom and Creative Studio for spatial audio innovation NASHVILLE, TN – L-Acoustics, a leading global creator of professional audio technology, opened its first dedicated Americas regional headquarters in Nashville today, a bold move that puts the company at
ADJ Showcases Performance Ready Innovations at ISE 2026
ADJ returned to Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 with a strong presence, welcoming lighting and AV professionals from across the EMEA region to experience its latest Performance Ready solutions firsthand. Exhibiting from stand #6Q300, the company presented a curated selection of new lighting and control products, alongside professional audio solutions
Green Hippo Training, Johannesburg
You’re invited to Green Hippo Training with Dylan Jones on 8 and 9 April at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. This hands-on course will guide you through Hippotizer Basic 1, 2, and Shape 3D, giving you practical experience in operating, configuring, and optimizing your Hippotizer Media Server, with a focus on the v4.9 software. Whether you’re just
Astera Certified Mastery Class, Cape Town
Join Johnny Scholtz for the Astera Certified Mastery Class on 8 April, from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution in Cape Town. This comprehensive training is designed to equip you with the skills to fully maximize the features across the Astera product range. The course covers product knowledge, AsteraApp control, and DMX integration, combined with hands-on practical
Keystone Productions Invests in First LED Screen with Absen NT1.9 V2
It’s an exciting new chapter for Justin and Jonathan le Roux, owners of Keystone Productions, who have taken delivery of their first ever LED Display panels. After carefully waiting for a solution that would meet their broadcast and event requirements, the company has invested in the Absen NT1.9 V2, supplied
Counting Crows find Sweet Spot with Robe
Lighting designer Conner Ostrowski of Wide Open Productions was excited to join the Counting Crows creative team earlier in 2025, bringing fresh ideas and energy to the stage aesthetics as the legendary Bay Area rockers hit the road with their Butter Miracle, The Complete Sweets album and world tour. (Above):
The new Prolyte catalogue is here!
We’re excited to share the brand-new Prolyte 2026 Catalogue with you. Inside, you’ll discover our latest innovations, updated product ranges, and detailed technical information to support your upcoming projects. Whether you’re preparing for the upcoming season or exploring new solutions, this edition is packed with inspiration and practical insights.
KLOTZ and their latest at ISE 2026
Integrated Systems Europe in Barcelona proved to be a great success for KLOTZ AIS this year. During the exhibition days, they presented their latest for professional signal transmission to a broad and highly interested audience. KLOTZ hybrid bulk cables CAT7 / 110 Ohm + Power Hybrid Cables: HC71PC25 &
Blackmotion embrace the future with Absen LED
Blackmotion Production’s new Absen NT2.6 V2 has been five years in the making. In December 2025, Kagiso “KG” Moima took ownership of the new LED screen, and what was predominantly a lighting-focused business has now embraced the world of LED display. (Above): Kagiso Moima, founder of Blackmotion, with DWR’s Duncan
RDNet Operator Training, Johannesburg
Jaco Beukes looks forward to presenting RCF RDNet Operator Training on 1 April from 9 am to 5pm at DWR Distribution. This course provides all the necessary knowledge to set up and configure an RDNet network. From cabling topology and network component configuration to loudspeaker and software setup, you’ll walk
DiGiCo Basic S-Series and Quantum Training, Cape Town
Join Kyle Robson for training on the DiGiCo S-Series and Quantum range of consoles on 25 March from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution, Cape Town and get your hands on the industry’s leading equipment. The training session will cover the following topics: Console and Accessories Overview Sessions Creation Audio
Robert Juliat Arthur LTs star in My Favourite Broadway
When South African lighting designer Oliver Hauser worked on Jonathan Roxmouth’s My Favourite Broadway last year, he incorporated two manually operated Robert Juliat ARTHUR 1014LT followspots. The show, produced by Howard Events with event technical supplied by Multi-Media, ran from 25 July to 3 August at Johannesburg’s Teatro at Montecasino. © Lauge Sorensen My Favourite Broadway featured songs from some of the
Astera QuikBeam Wins ISE Best of Show Award
Astera’s new QuikBeam luminaire – launched at last week’s Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) expo staged at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain – also won a Best of Show Award at the show. This was within the TVBEurope category … which recognises standout, innovative broadcast-grade AV products
Robe Goes Giga at ISE 2026
Czech lighting manufacturer Robe s.r.o. made a strong and vibrant impression and launched its much-anticipated landmark new GigaPointe® luminaire at the 2026 Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) expo in Barcelona last week. GigaPointe is powered by a 350W white Phosphor Laser source and has an advanced LSW-3™ engine that produces
Robe Fixture Maintenance Training, Cape Town
Cape Town, you are invited to attend Robe Fixture Maintenance Training presented by Tyler Pugin. This training session will cover best practices for cleaning, maintaining, and troubleshooting Robe lighting fixtures. Join us on 12 March from 9 am to 5pm at DWR Distribution, Cape Town. Topics covered: Fixture Maintenance and
L-Acoustics Drive Training, JHB
Master the configuration, control, and monitoring of an L-Acoustics system from the source output to the loudspeaker inputs at the L-Acoustics Drive Training presented by Richard Smith on 11 March from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution. Please note, those wishing to participate are required to have L-Acoustics certification: System
L-Acoustics Soundvision Training, JHB
You are invited to join Richard Smith from DWR Distribution for L-Acoustics Soundvision Training. Delegates will discover the most advanced L-Acoustics software functionalities for 3D venue modelling, system simulation, and line source optimization. The course will be held on 10 March from 9am to 5pm at our offices in Johannesburg.
Vectorworks Training in Johannesburg
DWR Distribution invites you to Vectorworks Spotlight 2026 Training with Jade Manicom from 17 to 20 March, 9am to 5pm, at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg. This hands-on training session, designed for beginners and current users, is limited to just 12 participants to ensure a tailored learning experience. By the end of
DiGiCo Basic S-Series and Quantum Training in Johannesburg
Join Kyle Robson for training on the DiGiCo S-Series and Quantum range of consoles on 3 March from 9am to 5pm atDWR Distribution in Johannesburg and get your hands on the industry’s leading equipment. The training session will cover the following topics: Console and Accessories Overview Sessions Creation Audio
Robe at the Romanian National Opera
The Romanian National Opera in Bucharest (Opera Națională București), Romania’s leading national opera and ballet company, has invested in Robe moving and LED lights, which were delivered at the start of the year via Robe’s Romanian distributor, Senia Music. The new investments include iFORTES, Spiider LED wash beams, LEDBeam
RoboSpot Training, Johannesburg
You are invited to Robe RoboSpot FollowSpot System Training presented by Jaques Pretorius on 24 March, from 9 am to 5 pm at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg. During this session, Jaques will guide you through setting up the RoboSpot system, pairing it with the latest Robe LED lighting technology, and
RCF Unveils Stuttgart’s MHP Arena Mega-Watt Audio Upgrade
Stuttgart, Germany – RCF announces the successful installation of a cutting-edge sound system at the MHP Arena Stuttgart, serving its 61,000 seats and public areas with unparalleled RCF sound quality. Over 11 tons of equipment, featuring more than 400 speaker modules that deliver 1 megawatt of continuous power. Meeting UEFA
Robert Juliat premieres Bizet 8-Colour at ISE 2026
(Above): The Robert Juliat team on the ISE 2026 stand In an exhibition the size of ISE it takes a lot to make an impression, but the new addition to Robert Juliat’s Bizet family of profiles and Fresnels managed to do just that with the World Premiere of the brand-new
Lowy Concert Hall Launches Substantial Sound Upgrade with L-Acoustics L-ISA
Sincopa 2002 Ltd Group deploy L2-based immersive system in Tel Aviv’s most prestigious concert venue TEL AVIV, Israel – Opened in 1957 with a design by the founding architects of the State of Israel,Dov Karmi and Ze’ev Rechter, Lowy Hall instantly became a cultural cornerstone that would define Israel’s
New gear for Omega Digital’s Events and Onsite Crew
Omega Digital’s Events and Onsite Crew—known for delivering smooth hybrid and virtual event experiences—have taken delivery of an RCF HDL 26-A Line Array System, a grandMA3 onPC command wing XT lighting console, a selection of ADJ fixtures, BirdDog cameras, and GM5 Stage Decks. “This is an exciting opportunity to grow
The new grandMA3 onPC DMX-key
The perfect combination of simplicity, power and the reliable grandMA3 system MA Lighting International announces the launch of a new product: The grandMA3 onPC DMX-key. MA Lighting International announces the launch of a new product: The grandMA3 onPC DMX-key. The grandMA3 onPC DMX-key is a powerful solution for
DWR Annual Stock Take
To all our clients Please note that the DWR Distribution annual stock take will take place from 26 February to 1 March. We will remain open for business during this period, but invoices for any purchases made will be issued the following week. We appreciate your understanding and continued support. #itsallaboutthepeople Save As
grandMA3 User Training, Cape Town
A three-day grandMA3 User Training workshop, presented by Jaques Pretorius, will be held at DWR Distribution, Cape Town, from 3 to 5 March from 9 am to 5 pm daily. This training course aims to familiarize the operator with the basic functions of the grandMA3 software and lighting consoles and
L-Acoustics System Implementation training, JHB
Join Richard Smith for the L-Acoustics System Implementation training to be held on 18 February from 9 am to 5 pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. To enrol in this course, delegates must hold certification in the L-Acoustics System & Workflow course. Advance your skills by learning to implement a safe,
L-Acoustics System & Worklow training kicks off at DWR
It was a warm welcome to delegates attending the first L-Acoustics System & Workflow Training of the year, hosted at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg on 3 February. Presented by DWR’s Richard Smith, this foundation course was key to enabling delegates to attend future L-Acoustics training sessions. (Above): Richard Smith from
Theater Basel Grosse Bühne upgrades with Robert Juliat LED followspots
Theater Basel, Switzerland’s largest three-genre theatre with its own opera, ballet and theatre ensembles, celebrated the 50th anniversary of the new Stadttheater building in 2025, and invested in four new LED followspots from French lighting manufacturer, Robert Juliat, for its Grosse Bühne (Big Stage). Two Arthur LT long throw LED
RDShape
PRECISION SYSTEM DESIGN AND SIMULATION RDShape is an advanced simulation software, purpose-built for acoustic modeling and system optimization of RCF and TT+ Audio speaker and subwoofer systems. Designed to streamline the design, setup, and tuning process, RDShape is a versatile tool for touring professionals, venue designers, and sound engineers. Whether
iBOLTS Make Big Impact for 2025 ATP Finals
Tennis fans and the citizens of Turin, Italy, were treated to a twice-nightly visual extravaganza created for the 8-day 2025 ATP Finals, the high-profile season-ending event of the ATP Tour hosted at the Inalpi Arena. A fan village area was built in the square adjacent to the arena, created by
Robe at ISE 2026 – A Preview
Robe lighting will go LARGE at the 2026 Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) expo in Barcelona next week, launching three innovative new products – T10 PC and T10 Fresnel – and a retina-blowing new creative tool that is set to push the boundaries of lighting design into a new dimension! All
Clear-Com Empowers Reykjavik City Theatre with New Upgrades
ALAMEDA, USA – The renowned Reykjavik City Theatre (RCT) recently underwent a major intercom system upgrade using Clear-Com® solutions. This milestone project utilizes Clear-Com’s Arcadia® Central Station, delivering expanded capacity and flexibility to one of Iceland’s most prestigious performance venues. Since opening in 1989, RCT has been a cultural hub for Iceland’s theatre
RYGID Reinvents House of Worship Lighting Integration at Pearl Baptist Church With Visual Productions’ CueCore3
Pearl Baptist Church in Iron Station, North Carolina, was recently looking to update its lighting and control systems with tools that would refine the atmosphere and support the flow of each service. That transformation began with RYGID, a North Carolina-based audio, video and lighting integration firm. Founded by ACT Entertainment’s President Ryan
L-Acoustics Appoints Olivier Maynard as Executive Director of Strategic Market Development
Expanded division accelerates vertical market growth through creative engagement, business development, and market intelligence MARCOUSSIS, FRANCE – February 2026 – L-Acoustics, the global leader in premium professional audio, has appointed Olivier Maynard as Executive Director of Strategic Market Development and significantly expanded the recently established division’s capabilities to accelerate
L-Acoustics Launches Global Education Partner Program to Bridge Academic and Professional Audio
Initiative brings professional certification and real-world expertise to leading academic institutions worldwide MARCOUSSIS, FRANCE – February 2026 – L-Acoustics, the global leader in premium professional audio, has launched the L-Acoustics Education Partner Program, a comprehensive initiative designed to bridge the gap between academic audio education and professional practice. The program
ADJ Brings Performance Ready Lighting and Control to ISE 2026
ADJ will exhibit at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026, welcoming lighting professionals from across the EMEA region to explore its latest Performance Ready products in person. Exhibiting from stand #6Q300, ADJ will present a focused selection of new lighting and control solutions, alongside audio technology from sister company AVANTE Audio,
Movistar Arena benefits from audio upgrades with Argentina’s largest ever DiGiCo install
In 2025, Movistar Arena, Buenos Airies, carried out a major upgrade of technical equipment inside the venue, incorporating two brand-new DiGiCo Quantum consoles, the Quantum 5 and Quantum 338, supplied by MAHLER Group. To support this investment the sound team also purchased additional DMI cards for greater network
Hippotizer MX Series Drives 52TB of ‘Magical’ Junior Eurovision Video
Tbilisi, Georgia — The annual Junior Eurovision Song Contest arrived at Tbilisi’s Gymnastic Hall in Olympic City, presenting an international stage for young talent with rich, narrative-led visuals powered by Green Hippo’s new Hippotizer MEUSE MX Series Media Servers. Under the event’s motto, “United by Music,” the production set out to
Astera at ISE 2026
Innovative wireless LED lighting manufacturer Astera is set to harness the buzz and energy of Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 in Barcelona with the teaser of an exciting new product. Something hugely cool and new … will be revealed at ISE, and visitors can discover the latest innovation at the
DWR becomes Official Panasonic Projector & Display (MEVIX) Partner in South Africa
DWR Distribution is thrilled to announce its appointment as distributor for Panasonic MEVIX (Media, Entertainment, Visual Transformation) in South Africa. The DWR technical support team has undergone extensive training and is now an official Panasonic service and maintenance centre. The partnership was confirmed at a recent Panasonic launch event
Robe Fixture Maintenance Training, Johannesburg
You are invited to attend Robe Fixture Maintenance Training presented by Tyler Pugin. This training session will cover best practices for cleaning, maintaining, and troubleshooting Robe lighting fixtures. Join us on 10 February from 9 am to 5pm at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg. Topics covered: Fixture Maintenance and Basic Practices Advanced
AV Unlimited and 4LED First in South Africa to Take Delivery of Absen NT1.9 V2
(Above): Guillaume Ducray from AVU with DWR’s Robert Izzett, Duncan Riley and Dylan Jones. AV Unlimited and 4LED have become the first rental and hiring company in South Africa to take ownership of an Absen NT1.9 V2, purchased from DWR Distribution. Owned by Guillaume and Arnaud Ducray, AV Unlimited
Absen NT2.6 V2 has landed — and more is on the way!
DWR Distribution is pleased to announce that the new-generation Absen NT2.6 V2 Indoor LED panels have arrived in South Africa at DWR Distribution, with additional stock on the way. Delivering higher-resolution NT2.6 V2 visuals, a lightweight design, and robust IMD 2-in-1 technology, NT2.6 V2 is purpose-built to handle the tough demands of
DiGiCo Quantum 326 consoles provide sonic consistency for The Kooks on tour
The Kooks started out in Brighton in 2004. After achieving near-instantaneous acclaim, over the next 20 years they built a reputation for excellence with huge album sales and now, millions of streams every month. Their latest European tour begins in February 2026 and runs straight into the festival season.
ATG Audiovisueel Accelerates with Astera
ATG Audiovisueel is a busy event technical and rental company based in Vuren near Gorinchem in the Netherlands, supplying full production packages, encompassing sound, lighting, video, and staging, to a diverse range of professional performing arts and corporate / business projects in and around the Netherlands and across Europe. In
Touring GTX 10P
TWO-WAY LINE ARRAY MODULE 70° × 15° COVERAGE TT+ Audio’s GTX 10P is a 2-way line array module with 70° × 15° narrow coverage for medium to large-scale, high-demanding touring and install applications, indoors and outdoors. Equipped with three best-in-class transducers, it offers excellent reproduction quality and optimized directivity. Up