Jim Beaugez
Jim Beaugez is a freelance writer and content creator for the AV, professional audio, and music industries. His work has been published by Systems Contractor News, Pro Sound News, Mix, Radio World, and The Recording Academy, as well as Rolling Stone, Smithsonian, Guitar World, Guitar Player, and other consumer publications. He previously worked in communications for the pro audio and musical instruments industries.
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Live theater has returned, but performing arts spaces design for immersive audio and remote audiences.

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AV technology trends in the hospitality industry include creating personalized experiences to lure customers back to hotels following the COVID-19 pandemic.

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While the 2021 global music festival season arrived later than many hoped, sound companies and audio integrators recently got a preview of what to expect going forward with Lollapalooza in late July.

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As networks grow more complex and devices more sophisticated, vigilance in the fundamentals of network security will be more important than ever.

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Audio manufacturers have been working on solutions that meet current and future needs of performing arts centers.

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Can Emergency Communications Hubs Survive COVID-19?

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When the COVID-19 pandemic sidelined live events, out-of-the-box thinkers came to the table with solutions to keep the events industry alive by connecting people virtually.

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Many transportation facilities have used the extended period of reduced passenger loads during the pandemic to make improvements to their digital signage and communications networks.

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Microphones are essential to the audio signal path, and having the perfect microphone can make or break an event or conference.

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Drive-In Concerts Offer Stability for the Live Sound Industry During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Top lighting manufacturers discuss the advancement of LED lights and what they see for the future of stage lighting.

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An explosion in popularity has made podcasting serious audio business.

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The Latest High-Powered Projectors Illuminate the Way for Mapping

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Advice from integrators and content creators on creating the ultimate user experience using AV.

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Artificial Intelligence, Robots, Next Big Things for Hospitality

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Every year, people “ooh” and “aah” over the latest screen resolutions and largest LED walls, but it’s the small, non-descript boxes—scalers and switchers—that do the heavy lifting.

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How AV is moving museums forward with immersive technology.

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Higher production values, along with price leveling, is helping shift HOWs to LED stage lighting.
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