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NEWSLETTER

Monthly Newsletter – June 2024 Edition

Welcome to the A.C. Entertainment Technologies monthly newsletter. Here we’ll keep you up to date with company news, the best products of the moment and any other exciting updates we have.

Profile Awards 2024!

This month we attended the first Profile Awards, where we sponsored Student Virtual Lighting Design Award. A huge congratulation to the winner Tom Lee from Rose Bruford College, for his winning entry, “Exigence”, which was designed on Wysiwig.

You can see his winning piece, alongside the other nominees by clicking here.

Photo credit: David Stewart

ACET's Andy Mahaffey with winner Tom Lee. Photo Credit: David Stewart
PROLIGHTS announce the ControlGo

From Film sets to events … Lights, Control, Go!

PROLIGHTS have just announced the new ControlGo a portable, multi functional lighting controller.

1 Universe DMX lighting controller, CRMX transceiver on board by LumenRadio, RDM Manager and DMX recorder. It has enhanced portability and is compatible with any lighting fixture. Whether it's setting up lighting or controlling fixtures, ControlGo is THE device you need for quick and easy operation.

Click here to find out more, or get in touch with our sales team.

Electro-Voice and Dynacord

We are pleased to announce that we are now a UK Trade Distributor for Electro-Voice Speaker Systems and Dynacord Amplifiers. Enhance your audio and install projects with their incredible line of products, including the upcoming next-generation EVID ceiling speakers, the EVID-C-G2 and Dynacord U Series Mixer/Power Amplifiers which are coming soon, all backed by our expert service and support.

See our full line of Electro-Voice and Dynacord products here.

Clearance Deals

Check out the incredible deals in our new, easy to use clearance shop.

We've got unbeatable deals on brand new, ex-demo, used and ‘end of line’ equipment at reduced prices, from brands including Chroma-Q, Clay Paky, Sennheiser and Allen & Heath.

Click here to explore some massive offers today. 

What we found interesting…

The History of Fader and Lighting Desks

Many people use Lighting Desks on a daily basis but have you ever wondered how we came to know and love these brilliant pieces of kit? If so, read on… Let’s start at the beginning.

The invention of thyristor electronic dimming enabled the brightness of incandescent lamps to be reduced. This forged a path for the early fader desks. Their origins were simple ones – only having two or more rows of channel faders (pre-sets) controlled via master faders. This allowed cross-fading between two different lighting states...

Click here to read full article

The History of Lighting Desks
Product Preview

Take another look at the new PROLIGHTS ControlGo...

PROLIGHTS ControlGo

AC-ET’s product picks of the month…

Product - LIGHTING
Astra Hybrid330IP
PROLIGHTS Astra Hybrid330IP
Product - RIGGING
CM StageStar D8+
CM-ET StageStar D8+ Entertainment Hoist
Product - AUDIO
Electro-Voice EVID...
EVID-PC8.2

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Chroma-Q Unveils Color Force 3

World Wide - Building on more than 30 years of innovation, Chroma-Q®, a world-renowned brand of premium performance LED lighting solutions, proudly introduces the IP65 Color Force 3™ — setting a bold new benchmark in LED cyc, wash, and effects lighting.

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Raising the curtain on clearer sound...

  • Next-Gen Audio Core: Investment in the Yamaha DM7 Digital Mixing Console and RIO Stage Boxes as the heart of a company-wide audio technical upgrade.

  • Mission-Ready Versatility: System immediately prepared for high-demand applications, from theatre and music festivals to corporate awards shows.

  • Decades of Trust: The DM7 was the "natural next step," backed by MM Sound & Lighting's 20-year commitment to Yamaha's reliability and sound quality.

  • Instant Success: Console deployed immediately on a large-scale theatre production, effortlessly managing complex audio setups (d&b, Sennheiser).

  • Trusted Partnership: Investment continues a strong, long-standing relationship with AC-ET (since the early 2000s), valued for service and pricing.

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Jon Smith Entertainment expands its...

  • Weatherproofed inventory: Strategic investment in PROLIGHTS IP-rated fixtures to deliver a complete, robust lighting package for large-scale outdoor events.

  • Creative armoury filled: Gained the essential versatility and weather resistance needed for major concerts and light trails.

  • Demo decisiveness: The Astra Hybrid 330IP demonstration proved the quality and value, leading to a substantial, "all-in" investment.

  • Full range control: Inventory now covers every need, from the versatility of the Astra Wash7PixIP to the power of the Smart BatWash kits.

  • Trusted partnership: The process was driven by close technical collaboration with AC-ET, emphasising service and immediate support over hard sales.

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Setting the stage at sea: EWP,...

  • Sussex-based system integrators EW Production Services commissions AC-ET to specify a new networking solution for its client Carnival Cruise Line.

  • Luminex was chosen for its ease of use across lighting and entertainment protocols, plus its ability to deliver reliable networking in complex and demanding environments.

  • Luminex networking systems were installed on Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Spirit (France) and Carnival Miracle (Spain) cruise liners.

  • AC-ET helped EWP with defining the exact specification and supporting the installation.

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AC-ET’s audio team helps Bristol’s...

  • Iconic Bristol venue Thekla upgrades to an Allen & Heath Dlive 3000 console, chosen for its reliability in challenging, humid conditions.

  • AC-ET’s audio team provided expert advice on spec and configuration, ensuring the perfect fit for the venue’s compact space.

  • Long-term partnership with DHP Family showcases AC-ET’s trusted role in supporting top-tier live music venues with tailored tech solutions.

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