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  • Saahil Kumar takes charge as GM for Sennheiser Consumer India under Sonova banner

    Saahil Kumar takes charge as GM for Sennheiser Consumer India under Sonova banner

    MUMBAI: In a move that blends sonic precision with sharp business acumen, audio specialist Sonova Consumer Hearing India has appointed Saahil Kumar as the new general manager for its Sennheiser Consumer Hearing Business in India. The announcement puts Kumar at the helm of one of the country’s most recognisable premium audio brands at a time when the soundscape is rapidly evolving.

    Kumar will steer Sennheiser’s consumer division through a market defined by tech-savvy buyers, competitive price points, and rising demand for high-performance gear. He will lead go-to-market strategies, build localised product approaches, and push forward Sonova’s innovation-first ethos in the segment. The agenda? Gain market share, improve profitability, and ensure the Sennheiser brand continues to resonate in India’s noisy audio market.

    “It’s a privilege to continue my journey with Sonova and lead the Consumer Hearing business in India. The Sennheiser brand is synonymous with audio excellence, and I’m excited to drive its next phase of growth in this dynamic market. My focus will be on key segments like true wireless earbuds, premium bluetooth headband headphones, soundbars, and the emerging space of speech-enhanced hearables. I also aim to reinforce our leadership in the audiophile category. I look forward to building on the strong foundation we’ve created and delivering exceptional sound experiences through continued innovation”, Kumar said.

    A familiar name within the Sennheiser India ecosystem, Kumar brings over 18 years of experience in the consumer electronics space. He joined the company during its integrated professional and consumer phase, initially heading marketing. Over the past decade and a half, he expanded his mandate across sales and e-commerce, where he last served before this elevation.

    Kumar is credited with significantly scaling the business, strengthening brand equity, and championing B2B and B2C initiatives. His appointment comes at a critical juncture as Sonova aims to expand Sennheiser’s footprint across true wireless, home entertainment, and hearables—products that are fast becoming household essentials in the Indian audio landscape.

    With Sonova sharpening its sound with AI-led hearing tech and user-centric design, Kumar’s new role signals a clear pitch: pushing the limits of audio experience while anchoring brand loyalty in India.

  • Sennheiser showcases cutting-edge audio solutions at PALM Expo 2024

    Sennheiser showcases cutting-edge audio solutions at PALM Expo 2024

    Mumbai: Sennheiser, a renowned leader in audio technology, has proudly participated in the PALM Expo 2024, showcasing a diverse range of audio solutions poised to transform the industry. The company’s presence at the tradeshow included offerings from Neumann and Merging Technologies. Some of the Sennheiser products on display were the Digital 6000 wireless system, 2KIEMS in-ear monitoring system, EW-D/X Series wireless microphone systems, and HD490 PRO studio headphones. Additionally, Merging Technologies’ recently launched Anubis pro audio interface, along with Neumann’s Automatic Alignment software MA 1 and the Neumann KK 184 advanced small diaphragm condenser microphone, were also featured among others. These groundbreaking products not only broaden Sennheiser’s product portfolio but also exemplify the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation in the audio industry.

    PALM Expo is India’s foremost pro audio, lighting, live sound, install sound and AV integration exposition with more than 25,000 professionals attending this year. The highlight was the visit of renowned Indian playback singer Nikita Gandhi & Indian rapper, lyricist & dancer Raftaar to Sennheiser’s booth, which created a significant buzz and underscored Sennheiser’s impact in the professional audio industry.

    “Palm Expo stands out as a key industry event, attracting industry professionals who gather to witness the cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the present and future of audio,” said Sennheiser India country manager & director- sales pro audio Vipin Pungalia. “Our consistent participation in PALM Expo over the years has provided us with an invaluable platform to demonstrate our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality audio solutions to our valued stakeholders. It has also allowed us to connect with a diverse range of musicians, DJs, content creators, broadcasters, and other industry professionals. The overwhelming response and positive feedback we received during the expo have further solidified our belief in the transformative power of innovation and exceptional audio experiences.”

    Sennheiser’s presence at PALM Expo 2024 once again demonstrated its steady dedication to its mission. These innovative audio solutions, meticulously crafted to deliver unparalleled immersive experiences, fostered connections across various industry sectors and paved the way for the future of audio.

  • Bajaao and National Institute Of Technology collaborate over music

    Bajaao and National Institute Of Technology collaborate over music

    MUMBAI: Many indie musicians in India live a dual life juggling gigs with a more traditional career choice, and many known names come from analytical backgrounds like engineering. This relationship gets a further push as India’s largest direct online retailer for musical instruments and pro audio equipment,BAJAAO, enters into a one-of-a-kind new alliance with National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela, tobring music even closer to their students.

    With music quickly becoming an integral part of mainstream education, BAJAAO is providing the students with a new experience of learning with music. To boost the interest for different kinds of music on campus, BAJAAOhas helped revamp and refurnish the institute’s six year old makeshift jam room with International quality instruments and equipment.

    Education is changing and institutions are bringing about a change in the mindset of people. Augmenting the dreams of budding musicians on NIT campus, the brand new jam room not only includes instruments like guitars, drum kits, keyboards, microphones, and accessories from BAJAAO, but also, pro audio components like sound mixers and PA systems to amplify audio within the room.

    With the help of BAJAAO’s music and professional audio experts, the jam room boasts of some iconic and celebrated music instruments and pro audio brands like Fender, Tama, Roland, Sennheiser, Samson, Cort and Behringer.

    Commenting on NIT’s association with BAJAAO, Prem Depon Nayak, student-in-charge (Purchase), NIT Rourkela said, “These days, sound matters more than before. As a musician, it is expected that your instruments sound good. BAJAAO’s experience in the industry as well as their understanding of music definitely made them stand out as a company we should partner with. Their efforts taken to overcome the challenge of the lack of quality music gear and make it available for Indian music enthusiasts are clearly evident. Their sincerity in trying to elevate the music scene in India, and support aspiring musicians helped us realize that we were associating with the best.”

    According to Suman Singh, CEO, BAJAAO, “There is an increasing demand for inclusion of music in mainstream education today, as many consider it the best way to instill focus and concentration. Also, music has gone past the taboo career choice and many parents are motivating their children to follow their passion and pick up their instrument of choice. BAJAAO has always helped in transcending musical journeys with its broad spectrum of opportunities, and I believe this association will help us find potential musicians and introduce the industry to rising talents.”

    The students at NIT Rourkela now have access to the world renowned music gear, which gives them an opportunity to not only hone their skills, but also pursue music as a serious option in addition to their chosen career paths. Having already associated with music schools like True School of Music in Mumbai, BAJAAO expects this unique collaboration of technology and music, which will become the trendsetter for other institutions, to encourage young talent to explore their potential beyond the obvious.

  • Bajaao and National Institute Of Technology collaborate over music

    Bajaao and National Institute Of Technology collaborate over music

    MUMBAI: Many indie musicians in India live a dual life juggling gigs with a more traditional career choice, and many known names come from analytical backgrounds like engineering. This relationship gets a further push as India’s largest direct online retailer for musical instruments and pro audio equipment,BAJAAO, enters into a one-of-a-kind new alliance with National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela, tobring music even closer to their students.

    With music quickly becoming an integral part of mainstream education, BAJAAO is providing the students with a new experience of learning with music. To boost the interest for different kinds of music on campus, BAJAAOhas helped revamp and refurnish the institute’s six year old makeshift jam room with International quality instruments and equipment.

    Education is changing and institutions are bringing about a change in the mindset of people. Augmenting the dreams of budding musicians on NIT campus, the brand new jam room not only includes instruments like guitars, drum kits, keyboards, microphones, and accessories from BAJAAO, but also, pro audio components like sound mixers and PA systems to amplify audio within the room.

    With the help of BAJAAO’s music and professional audio experts, the jam room boasts of some iconic and celebrated music instruments and pro audio brands like Fender, Tama, Roland, Sennheiser, Samson, Cort and Behringer.

    Commenting on NIT’s association with BAJAAO, Prem Depon Nayak, student-in-charge (Purchase), NIT Rourkela said, “These days, sound matters more than before. As a musician, it is expected that your instruments sound good. BAJAAO’s experience in the industry as well as their understanding of music definitely made them stand out as a company we should partner with. Their efforts taken to overcome the challenge of the lack of quality music gear and make it available for Indian music enthusiasts are clearly evident. Their sincerity in trying to elevate the music scene in India, and support aspiring musicians helped us realize that we were associating with the best.”

    According to Suman Singh, CEO, BAJAAO, “There is an increasing demand for inclusion of music in mainstream education today, as many consider it the best way to instill focus and concentration. Also, music has gone past the taboo career choice and many parents are motivating their children to follow their passion and pick up their instrument of choice. BAJAAO has always helped in transcending musical journeys with its broad spectrum of opportunities, and I believe this association will help us find potential musicians and introduce the industry to rising talents.”

    The students at NIT Rourkela now have access to the world renowned music gear, which gives them an opportunity to not only hone their skills, but also pursue music as a serious option in addition to their chosen career paths. Having already associated with music schools like True School of Music in Mumbai, BAJAAO expects this unique collaboration of technology and music, which will become the trendsetter for other institutions, to encourage young talent to explore their potential beyond the obvious.

  • In and Around PALM Expo 2016

    In and Around PALM Expo 2016

    MUMBAI: The PALM Expo has consistently evolved in tandem with the dynamic growth and expansion ofthe pro sound and light market, and as always, the expo will present limitless opportunities for business, brand building, distribution and promotion of technology. 

    PALM Expo is India’s premier B2B exhibition for stage sound & light, DJ gear, AV install and music production. Summer is already on a roll and temperatures are set to soar even higher at the expothis year, courtesy the spurt in brands present on the floor.

    In 2015, the expo covered a total of 21,000 sqmand boasted of 25,000+ visitors– an indication of the growth of the pro-audio market in India, which has over the years emerged as a key region in the global pro-audio scene.The 2015 edition of the expo saw 40 new exhibitors, and this year the expo is scaling a new highwith the latest products on display from 35 first time exhibitors at the show, in addition to the “PALM Expo loyalists” down the years.

    This will be a great show for product buyersas more than 500 major pro audio brands display an endless slew of pro-audio products and turnkey solutions that include high-end professional speakers, line arrays, amplifiers, woofers & subs, mixers, consoles, patch panels, cables, connectors, mics, headphones, extended racks, stage lighting, lasers, smoke & fog machines and more.
    Brands present on the floor include names like, Bose, Yamaha, Martin, Antelope Audio, Adam Hall, TW Audio, Jona LED, Harman, Sennheiser, QSC, Behringer, Genelec, Avid, Meyer Sound, DiGiCo, Beyerdynamic, Robe, Christie, d&bAudiotechnik, Turbosound, Tannoy, Shure, Lab gruppen, Nx Audio, PKN Technologies etc. and a whole lot more, who have confirmed their participation at the grand spectacle.

    As most of these brandsalready have quite a number of shipping products, the show is all geared up to entice a critical mass of buyers. 

    More and more global players are now trying to make in-roads into the robust Indian market. A clear indication that international brands are finally taking concrete steps to affirm their commitment to the Indian market by exhibiting directly, is reinforced by the participation of more International brands which include names such as Adam Hall Asia , P Audio, Nicolaudie Groupand Grand Power LLC, to name a few. 

    The PALM Expo will open its doors on 26th May 2016 to a mega event spread across 5 hallsat the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, wherevisitors will haveaccess to the expo floor and the many prominent features taking place concurrent to the trade show activities.

    For the seventh consecutive year, HARMANwill be back with its much-awaited Live Arenawhich is one of the most attractive features at the PALM expo. A lineup of some of the best bands and musicians performat the arena thus showcasing Harman’s top of the line audio and lighting products. 

    Carrying forward from the previous two years, the Demo Qubeswhich are conceptualized to serve as a ‘live’ demo areawill feature two major brands –Hi-Tech Audio and Pope Professional. The sound at these acoustically treated, Demo Qubescan be manipulated, tested and heard at various volume levels, giving these companies a chance to showcase their systems across a range of audio spectrum, without any restrictions or disturbances from neighboring booths. 

    If you are a rental company or an event management company, contemplating adding a line array to your inventory, then you’ll likely want to attend the Open Air Line Array Demo.One of the successes of the previous years, the outdoor line array demos, will exhibit displays from 12brands which include Audio focus, Audio Center, Beta 3,E wing, KV2, Lloyd Lee, Montarbo, Next Pro audio, Power X, Sound Capital Pro Audio, T W Audio and Z Sound. 

    Conducted in the open space at the venue on Ground IV, near the visitor parking area, the Open Air Line Array demoshave been a major draw since its conceptualization at the expo, with more than 3,000 visitors thronging the venue each year.

    Yamaha MusicIndia Pvt. Ltd. has once again booked its own independent space –hall 2B & 2C, spread across 1150sqm, where the brand will display a huge collection of mixing consoles, MI products, PA speakers and installation products. Attendees will also be treated to live stage performances by famous singers and bands in an acoustically treated section, equipped with Yamaha’s speakers and consoles, inside this hall.

    On the show floors itself the expo will offer an array of sideshow eventsthat appease visitors,with thePALM Conference & Seminar Programbeing the absolute highlight, giving access to the largest and most relevant educational and informative program for pro-audio, lighting and entertainment professionals.

    To be held at theInternational Lounge –Hall1 Mezzanine, the Conference Program will provide the ultimate learning and networking environment, over the course of the expo.The three day forum are designed and developed to reflect topics of maximum interest, to the pro audio, music, lighting and audio-visual industry and will attract highly influential delegates and decision makers, focused on shaping their purchase based on professional guidance

    This year, the program boasts of an esteemed panelof industry professionalsincluding Vijay Sabhlok, MilindRoarane, Anil Girkar, Sunny Sanour, Meghdeep Bose, John Stewart Eduri, to name a few, speaking on topics of prime interest on technology trends in the industry.

    The event which includes a series of panel discussions andpresentations on all three days of the expohas a particular theme dedicated to each day of the expo. The theme for each day is as follows: 
    Day 1 (26th May – Thursday)
    Theme: Stage Sound & Light
    Day 2(27th May – Friday) 
    Theme: AV Install & Integration
    Day 3 (28th May – Saturday) 

    Theme:Music Production
    The first day will also feature an EEMA PALM CONFERENCE SESSION,with a reputed panel by EEMA discussing theDynamism of the Live Stage Market in India. The three day Conference & Seminar Program will culminate on Day 3 with an Open Forum for Sound Engineerswhich will be moderated by AdityaModi and will consist of a panel including stalwarts of the music industry like ShantanuHudlikar, PramodChandorkar and MujeebDadarkar.

    The rapidly progressing professional AV segment has become an undeniable force. In lieu of this ever increasing presence within the entertainment domain, the PALM expo will add further character to the show by including a3D IMMERSIVE PROJECTION & MAPPINGshowcase on the floor in Hall 1. 

    The PALM Soundscapewhich is fast growing into the expo’s biggest feature will take place at Hall 4 VIP Parking Area. The Soundscape will enable networking among industry stalwarts who will share their experiences and expertise through interactive sessions curated by premier artist management agency, UnMute.

    With continuous efforts, The PALM expo has been instrumental in promoting DJ talent via the DJ Championship,spearheaded by DJ Championship Director DJ Reji. The championship will bring together some of India’s top DJs and musicians. With aspiring, as well as pro DJs registering en masse for the championship, this session has established the PALM expo as the centre of gravity for Indian DJs.

    HONOURING EXCELLENCE
    Honouring excellence in the domain of music recording is the 10th Edition of the gloriousIndian Recording Arts Academy Awards (IRAA).The awardswill continue to applaud the best in the Indian music recording industry. Spearheaded by AchilleForler, Awards Director and Anil Chopra, Founder & Chairman of the awards, the IRAA awards continues to grow. For the first time in 10 years, a voting process has been incorporated which will give registered members an opportunity to vote on the IRAA website.

    “There are a lot of new young sound engineers who are doing great work and the IRAA focuses on scouting these new talents and bringing them into the spotlight and awarding them for work done,” says Anil Chopra.

    The Awards will take place on the third day of the expo – 28th May 2016 at Hall 4, VIP Parking Area with winners being felicitated across21 categories. The IRAA committee has announced that its highest honor, the IRAA Lifetime Achievement Award, will be presented to veteran Sound Engineer, Satish Gupta.

    True to its primary objective, the PALM Sound & Light Awardswhich is now in its 6th year, will showcase & recognize individuals and organizations for their unparalleled contribution to the industry by rendering outstanding services in the field of staging, lighting & live sound in the Indian market in the previous fiscal year.

    Spread over 22 technical categories, Sound Designers, FOH Engineers, Audio Monitor Engineers and other sound& light industry professionals will be recognized at this “invites only” ceremony27th May 2016.

    “I am happy that PALM has been able to live up to the expectations of our exhibitors and visitors. The company intends to invest more in the show and ensure it continues to contribute to the growth of the industry. I look forward to welcome everyone at PALM and wish our exhibitors a successful ‘businessful’ show”, says Ramesh Chetwani, Exhibition Director of PALM Expo. 

    The PALM Expo dates have always been a highlighted date on the calendars of the Indian pro audio & music recording industry. Each year the organizers have upped their game and this year too the expo’s energy is all set to get more effusive with all the opportunities for business planned out at the venue.

  • In and Around PALM Expo 2016

    In and Around PALM Expo 2016

    MUMBAI: The PALM Expo has consistently evolved in tandem with the dynamic growth and expansion ofthe pro sound and light market, and as always, the expo will present limitless opportunities for business, brand building, distribution and promotion of technology. 

    PALM Expo is India’s premier B2B exhibition for stage sound & light, DJ gear, AV install and music production. Summer is already on a roll and temperatures are set to soar even higher at the expothis year, courtesy the spurt in brands present on the floor.

    In 2015, the expo covered a total of 21,000 sqmand boasted of 25,000+ visitors– an indication of the growth of the pro-audio market in India, which has over the years emerged as a key region in the global pro-audio scene.The 2015 edition of the expo saw 40 new exhibitors, and this year the expo is scaling a new highwith the latest products on display from 35 first time exhibitors at the show, in addition to the “PALM Expo loyalists” down the years.

    This will be a great show for product buyersas more than 500 major pro audio brands display an endless slew of pro-audio products and turnkey solutions that include high-end professional speakers, line arrays, amplifiers, woofers & subs, mixers, consoles, patch panels, cables, connectors, mics, headphones, extended racks, stage lighting, lasers, smoke & fog machines and more.
    Brands present on the floor include names like, Bose, Yamaha, Martin, Antelope Audio, Adam Hall, TW Audio, Jona LED, Harman, Sennheiser, QSC, Behringer, Genelec, Avid, Meyer Sound, DiGiCo, Beyerdynamic, Robe, Christie, d&bAudiotechnik, Turbosound, Tannoy, Shure, Lab gruppen, Nx Audio, PKN Technologies etc. and a whole lot more, who have confirmed their participation at the grand spectacle.

    As most of these brandsalready have quite a number of shipping products, the show is all geared up to entice a critical mass of buyers. 

    More and more global players are now trying to make in-roads into the robust Indian market. A clear indication that international brands are finally taking concrete steps to affirm their commitment to the Indian market by exhibiting directly, is reinforced by the participation of more International brands which include names such as Adam Hall Asia , P Audio, Nicolaudie Groupand Grand Power LLC, to name a few. 

    The PALM Expo will open its doors on 26th May 2016 to a mega event spread across 5 hallsat the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, wherevisitors will haveaccess to the expo floor and the many prominent features taking place concurrent to the trade show activities.

    For the seventh consecutive year, HARMANwill be back with its much-awaited Live Arenawhich is one of the most attractive features at the PALM expo. A lineup of some of the best bands and musicians performat the arena thus showcasing Harman’s top of the line audio and lighting products. 

    Carrying forward from the previous two years, the Demo Qubeswhich are conceptualized to serve as a ‘live’ demo areawill feature two major brands –Hi-Tech Audio and Pope Professional. The sound at these acoustically treated, Demo Qubescan be manipulated, tested and heard at various volume levels, giving these companies a chance to showcase their systems across a range of audio spectrum, without any restrictions or disturbances from neighboring booths. 

    If you are a rental company or an event management company, contemplating adding a line array to your inventory, then you’ll likely want to attend the Open Air Line Array Demo.One of the successes of the previous years, the outdoor line array demos, will exhibit displays from 12brands which include Audio focus, Audio Center, Beta 3,E wing, KV2, Lloyd Lee, Montarbo, Next Pro audio, Power X, Sound Capital Pro Audio, T W Audio and Z Sound. 

    Conducted in the open space at the venue on Ground IV, near the visitor parking area, the Open Air Line Array demoshave been a major draw since its conceptualization at the expo, with more than 3,000 visitors thronging the venue each year.

    Yamaha MusicIndia Pvt. Ltd. has once again booked its own independent space –hall 2B & 2C, spread across 1150sqm, where the brand will display a huge collection of mixing consoles, MI products, PA speakers and installation products. Attendees will also be treated to live stage performances by famous singers and bands in an acoustically treated section, equipped with Yamaha’s speakers and consoles, inside this hall.

    On the show floors itself the expo will offer an array of sideshow eventsthat appease visitors,with thePALM Conference & Seminar Programbeing the absolute highlight, giving access to the largest and most relevant educational and informative program for pro-audio, lighting and entertainment professionals.

    To be held at theInternational Lounge –Hall1 Mezzanine, the Conference Program will provide the ultimate learning and networking environment, over the course of the expo.The three day forum are designed and developed to reflect topics of maximum interest, to the pro audio, music, lighting and audio-visual industry and will attract highly influential delegates and decision makers, focused on shaping their purchase based on professional guidance

    This year, the program boasts of an esteemed panelof industry professionalsincluding Vijay Sabhlok, MilindRoarane, Anil Girkar, Sunny Sanour, Meghdeep Bose, John Stewart Eduri, to name a few, speaking on topics of prime interest on technology trends in the industry.

    The event which includes a series of panel discussions andpresentations on all three days of the expohas a particular theme dedicated to each day of the expo. The theme for each day is as follows: 
    Day 1 (26th May – Thursday)
    Theme: Stage Sound & Light
    Day 2(27th May – Friday) 
    Theme: AV Install & Integration
    Day 3 (28th May – Saturday) 

    Theme:Music Production
    The first day will also feature an EEMA PALM CONFERENCE SESSION,with a reputed panel by EEMA discussing theDynamism of the Live Stage Market in India. The three day Conference & Seminar Program will culminate on Day 3 with an Open Forum for Sound Engineerswhich will be moderated by AdityaModi and will consist of a panel including stalwarts of the music industry like ShantanuHudlikar, PramodChandorkar and MujeebDadarkar.

    The rapidly progressing professional AV segment has become an undeniable force. In lieu of this ever increasing presence within the entertainment domain, the PALM expo will add further character to the show by including a3D IMMERSIVE PROJECTION & MAPPINGshowcase on the floor in Hall 1. 

    The PALM Soundscapewhich is fast growing into the expo’s biggest feature will take place at Hall 4 VIP Parking Area. The Soundscape will enable networking among industry stalwarts who will share their experiences and expertise through interactive sessions curated by premier artist management agency, UnMute.

    With continuous efforts, The PALM expo has been instrumental in promoting DJ talent via the DJ Championship,spearheaded by DJ Championship Director DJ Reji. The championship will bring together some of India’s top DJs and musicians. With aspiring, as well as pro DJs registering en masse for the championship, this session has established the PALM expo as the centre of gravity for Indian DJs.

    HONOURING EXCELLENCE
    Honouring excellence in the domain of music recording is the 10th Edition of the gloriousIndian Recording Arts Academy Awards (IRAA).The awardswill continue to applaud the best in the Indian music recording industry. Spearheaded by AchilleForler, Awards Director and Anil Chopra, Founder & Chairman of the awards, the IRAA awards continues to grow. For the first time in 10 years, a voting process has been incorporated which will give registered members an opportunity to vote on the IRAA website.

    “There are a lot of new young sound engineers who are doing great work and the IRAA focuses on scouting these new talents and bringing them into the spotlight and awarding them for work done,” says Anil Chopra.

    The Awards will take place on the third day of the expo – 28th May 2016 at Hall 4, VIP Parking Area with winners being felicitated across21 categories. The IRAA committee has announced that its highest honor, the IRAA Lifetime Achievement Award, will be presented to veteran Sound Engineer, Satish Gupta.

    True to its primary objective, the PALM Sound & Light Awardswhich is now in its 6th year, will showcase & recognize individuals and organizations for their unparalleled contribution to the industry by rendering outstanding services in the field of staging, lighting & live sound in the Indian market in the previous fiscal year.

    Spread over 22 technical categories, Sound Designers, FOH Engineers, Audio Monitor Engineers and other sound& light industry professionals will be recognized at this “invites only” ceremony27th May 2016.

    “I am happy that PALM has been able to live up to the expectations of our exhibitors and visitors. The company intends to invest more in the show and ensure it continues to contribute to the growth of the industry. I look forward to welcome everyone at PALM and wish our exhibitors a successful ‘businessful’ show”, says Ramesh Chetwani, Exhibition Director of PALM Expo. 

    The PALM Expo dates have always been a highlighted date on the calendars of the Indian pro audio & music recording industry. Each year the organizers have upped their game and this year too the expo’s energy is all set to get more effusive with all the opportunities for business planned out at the venue.

  • PALM Mumbai 2014 successful in all categories exceeding market expectations

    PALM Mumbai 2014 successful in all categories exceeding market expectations

    MUMBAI: The 14th successive PALM expo organised by Diversified Communications India fulfilled the scope and potential of the largest ever show in India. The internationally supported PALM India features the maximum number of manufacturers and leading brands ever – including Yamaha, Sennheiser, Shure, JBL, AKG, Soundcraft, Martin Lights, Robe, KV2, TOA, Prolyte, Bose, Bosch, Osram, Sonodyne, Phillips, Neutrik, among others.

     

    All International Brands’ Senior Management expressed complete satisfaction with the PALM organisation, in providing satisfactory and very high standards in all services, from registration process to a very high percentage of interested visitors of professional background.

     

    “Participation is meaningful for international high quality manufacturers only when we meet personally very knowledgeable professionals from the local market, who are also important buyers, in this respect PALM show gets full marks” these responses assure of the PALM attraction to the entire segment of the professional industry in stage light and sound, music production and AV integration.

     

    The highlight of the PALM Expo as in the past years is the HARMAN Live Arena, which was once again a huge attraction. The creation and construction of the Demo Qube exhibit at the PALM was a winner with the target delegates as this novel idea and its successful delivery at the PALM exhibited a tremendous effort and solution for the pro light and sound industry to provide original demo environment. “The Qube was very productive and leads to business and contributes to the growth and development of the market in India. The PALM deserves Kudos for fulfilling a need for professional demo space.”

     

    The PALM 2014 and its unique features covered a gross space of 18,000 sqm. Stage Sound and Lighting equipment + DJ Gear + Music Production and AV Install was showcased in Hall 1, the Qube Ground, Line Array Compound and Hall 5 Annex featuring the Harman Live Arena. Hall 2A was specially dedicated to registration of 18,000 attendees and visitor services including the PALM Souvenir Store. The Conference was held in the International Lounge. Concurrently the Music Expo was held in Hall 2B + 2C.

     

    Visitor Profile

    PALM 2014 marked a dramatic increase in turnout of pre-registered delegates and the highest growth for day one visitor registration at 57% with 6,353 visitors, with “very high quality profile”.

     

    Total attendance increased 28% to 20,966 trade visitors.

     

    The 14th Consecutive PALM show this year brought out not only the highest turnout ever but the largest component of industry buyers and professionals. Predictably the Stage Sound and Lighting + Event Production and DJs comprised 55% of visitors, this includes rental companies, entertainment media and event management.

     

    A trend was visible in the second largest visitor profile registered, from the AV Install and Systems Integration segment, comprising 31% of 18,000 visitors. This segment was from House of Worship, Education, Hospitality, performance Venues – Malls, Theatres, Auditorium, Theme Parks.

     

    Music production and studio segment comprised of 12% including the project studio category.

     

    Industry Awards

    The 8th IRAA (Indian Recording Arts Awards) ceremony was hosted at the PALM 2014 in the Features Hall. The renowned Andy Munro received the Global Innovation in Studio Design, applauding him was the largest gathering of sound engineers and studio owners. Daman Sood was awarded the IRAA Life Time Achievement Award.

     

    The 3rd PALM Sound and Light Awards were hosted at the PALM Exhibitors’ reception party. The 4th DJ Championship was held in the Features Hall with its highest participation. The DJ Soundscape with the added Conference and Workshop attracted hundreds of professional DJs.

     

    PALM continues to invest back into the industry platform with the objective to grow the industry and the international reputation of the Indian marketplace. The PALM organisation represents a highly knowledgeable team that delivers a trade show by the industry for the industry, and a neutral and independent convention.

  • Global Exhibitors to Launch Latest Products at CommunicAsia2014 and EnterpriseIT2014

    Global Exhibitors to Launch Latest Products at CommunicAsia2014 and EnterpriseIT2014

    MUMBAI: An extensive line-up of product launches and showcases will elevate the excitement quotient at CommunicAsia2014 and EnterpriseIT2014. The shows will return to Marina Bay Sands Singapore from 17 – 20 June 2014 with a strong emphasis on mobility and connectivity, featuring cutting-edge technology updates and latest products from leading global industry players and thought-leaders.

     

    Preferred Platform for Product Launches and Showcases

    The CommunicAsia2014 and EnterpriseIT2014 media briefing kicked off today with Sennheiser Electronic Asia and Panasonic Tough Book giving live demonstrations of their game-changing products that will serve as key enablers for businesses in an increasingly mobile world. Other launches to look forward to:

    ·BioSenze Life Science / Shopster: To be launched for the first time worldwide, BioSenze’s self-administered diagnostic kits provide accurate readings for common health tests utilising the patient’s blood, urine or saliva samples. These metered readings are transmitted to cloud servers via the patient’s smartphone and the patient’s health dashboard is reflected in the mobile application that is available on multiple platforms. This reduces the cost and time required for conducting these diagnostic tests and at the same time, improves the efficiency in doctor-patient consultation.

    ·Huawei: The Huawei Ascend P7 Android smartphone will be launched, for the first time in Asia, at CommunicAsia2014. The smartphone, a combination of technology, design and performance, features an 8 MP camera and is set to open doors to a more connected world

    ·NEC: NEC is proud to launch the SmartDECT handset G966 for the first time in Asia. The sophisticated handset provides enterprise-grade capabilities and proven DECT voice quality to contribute to the effectiveness of staff in various industries

    New Additions to CommunicAsia2014 and EnterpriseIT2014

    Some of the world’s leading companies in their respective areas of expertise have joined CommunicAsia2014 and Enterprise2014 for the first time,  such as Aglient Technologies, BIMAR, Ericsson, KTsat, NEC, Sennheiser, Siemens and Toshiba.

    Preferred Platform for Networking and Knowledge Sharing

    The refreshed CommunicAsia2014 Summit will unveil 14 keynotes as well as seven new tracks that highlight current trends and challenges related to BYOD/CYOD, Big Data and Internet of Things, Mobile Banking, Payments and wallets and more, featuring over 200 well-respected industry thought-leaders and C-level speakers from industry giants such as EMC Corporation, Google Enterprise, Huawei Technologies, Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA), KORE Wireless, Mastercard, MediaCorp, Robert Bosch, SES, SingTel, StarHub and Twitter.