In commercial AV, more capability can often mean more complexity. Sophisticated control platforms have an important role in projects that require coordination across audio, lighting, HVAC, conferencing, and other building systems. … Read More

In Episode 5, Season 8 of Bluesound Professional’s SurroundScapes podcast, Oisin O’Brien, Founder of global live production and design company Visual Spectrum Studios, joins host Graeme Harrison to discuss how technology, sound, space and creative design are converging to create more complete audience experiences. … Read More

In busy, customer-facing environments such as grocery stores, audio plays an important role in creating the right atmosphere for both customers and staff. … Read More

Dmitri Vietze, CEO of specialist tech marketing & PR company Rock Paper Scissors, joins host Graeme Harrison to discuss the changing relationship between music, technology and the AV industry, … Read More

In Episode 1, Season 8 of Bluesound Professional’s SurroundScapes podcast, Roland Hemming, Consultant at RH Consulting, chats with host Graeme Harrison about how the AV industry has evolved, the forces shaping it today and what comes next. … Read More

Complexity has long been part of commercial audio system design. Sources, processors, amplifiers, control systems, speakers, and the cabling that connects them can all play a role in delivering the finished system. … Read More

In Episode 11 of Surroundscapes Season 7, Graeme Harrison shares a behind-the-scenes look at the Listening Room installation at TED 2026, exploring how immersive audio can support wellbeing and enhance shared environments. … Read More

In Episode 10 of Surroundscapes Season 7, Ross Eberlin and Reza Mohammed break down a practical approach to troubleshooting commercial audio systems, with a focus on networked deployments. … Read More

In Episode 9 of Surroundscapes Season 7, Graeme Harrison is joined by sound expert and author Julian Treasure to explore the importance of listening in today’s world. … Read More

In Episode 8 of Surroundscapes Season 7, Craig Cooper is joined by Joe Comber and Mark Willett from Custom Channels to explore how music, messaging, and technology are reshaping the in-store audio experience. … Read More