Africa News Briefs 2000
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South Africa Attracting young designers from design schools and design houses across the country, the designers were encouraged to incorporate style, functionality and technology into their garments with the goal of integrating one of the new Siemens cellphones into their garment designs. The winner of the competition wins a trip to the renowned Warren Kade fashion show which takes place in Paris during July. The event, coordinated by Frontline Productions and Solid Rock Productions, provided all the sound, lighting and lazer lights for the event. The PA and lighting systems earned rave reviews from the public and press that were present (all five major television networks were present during the event). Meyer Sound equipment list: South Africa The event featured a gathering of fashion designers and their garments as well as local artists, Boom Shaka. Included in the PA configuration were four self-powered Meyer Sound MSL-4 self-powered loudspeaker systems and two 650-Ps. The competition is the largest of its type, attracting competitors from major city's throughout South Africa. South Africa Providing the pro-audio, lighting, staging, video projection and recording facilities was Solid Rock Productions of South Africa. Included in the pro-audio configuration were four Meyer Sound MSL-4 and two CQ-1 self-powered loudspeaker systems along with two 650-P self-powered reinforcement subwoofers. South Africa The company is also proud to announce their new Web site, located at: www.solidrock.co.za South Africa "This venue is known for its acoustic problems," said Hans Rooseboom of Solid Rock Productions. To address the series of challenges Rooseboom utilized a host of self-powered loudspeaker systems from Meyer Sound. "We simply flew a central cluster of four MSL-4s and two UPA-1Ps as down fill with two 650-Ps tightly packed. The problem was solved." "These guys set very high standards and thus vocal clarity is very important to them. Due to the design of the room rigging isn't easy... Once again, the advantages of being self powered as well as knowing what the performance of the cabinets are made it easy to ensure uniform coverage," said Hans Rooseboom of Solid Rock Productions. The group Coleske is best known for its original compositions as well as the tribute show in honor of Simon and Garfunkel. June, 2000 |
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On Wednesday, June 28th, the final of the "Siemens Be Inspired Design Competition" was held at the Sandton Square in Johannesburg. The competition aims to celebrate young South African designers creative excellence while specifically focussing on men's fashion.
Solid Rock Productions of South Africa announced that it recently provided a Meyer Sound self-powered loudspeaker system for the Millennium Mother Fashion Show. The event, hosted by Frontline Productions at South Gate featured a pro-audio configuration of four MSL-4s and two 650-Ps.
Solid Rock Productions of South Africa announced that the company recently supplied the Miss SA Teen Competition with a host of Meyer Sound self-powered loudspeaker systems.
On Friday, May 26th to Sunday, May 28th, Internet Services in conjunction with Amway held their "Launch Your Dream" weekend conference hosting a list of guest speakers, including renowned author, Ron Ball.
Solid Rock Productions of South Africa announced the recent purchase of four Meyer Sound CQ-1 self-powered loudspeaker systems and two 650-P self-powered reinforcement subwoofers for use in events happening throughout the region.
Solid Rock Productions recently provided the pro-audio system for the Dance Sport Championships held in the Standard Bank Arena. The championships, which attracted thousands, were broadcasted nationally.
On the 19th of September, platinum selling artists Coleske performed at the Sun City Resort in Bophutatswana. The performance, held in the Hall of Treasures, featured pro-audio and lighting systems from Solid Rock Productions. Included in pro-audio configuration were four MSL-4 and two UPA-1P self-powered loudspeaker systems along with a host of four UM-100P stage monitors and two 650-P subwoofers.