ETC's new top-of-the-line control system for large and repertory theatres, Eos, is getting ready to make its first public appearance in Europe at London's ABTT show at the Royal Horticultural Halls.

Even though Eos has not yet officially launched in Europe, Rambert Dance Company and Det Norske Teatret - Norway's biggest theatre - are in the process of taking delivery of their systems, complete with remote processor units for backup, Radio Focus Remote units and fader wings.

Winner of the LDI Product of the Year Award for best debuting product in the lighting category, Eos is ETC's most sophisticated lighting control system yet. Designed for the rigorous demands of West End and Broadway shows, opera houses, concert venues, TV studios and large productions, Eos is the culmination of extensive ETC console experience, research and end-user feedback. Boldly new in its visionary features and functionality, Eos is also undeniably ETC - users will be instantly comfortable with its operational style and syntax.

Meanwhile, ETC's London office has received over a hundred orders for the new SmartFade ML, even though the desk, which is designed for smaller venues and non-technical users, only began shipping a few days ago!           

Bringing ETC-quality control to the smallest venues and events within a super compact, portable and easy to use desk, SmartFade ML makes professional moving light control available to any production - no matter how small or budget-challenged. The latest addition to ETC's Smart Solutions line of basic lighting gear - which includes portable control desks, dimmers, luminaires and stands - the SmartFade ML will be a smart choice for small touring acts, schools, product launches, corporate events and countless other applications.

Adam Bennette, ETC's technical director in London says: "Until now, novice end-users and small scale productions haven't had access to really good - in terms of both quality and usability - but still affordable equipment. That's something that I, as the SmartFade ML design team leader, wanted to do something about. As more people add moving lights to their rigs, I'm sure they'll find the SmartFade ML to be the perfect solution."