Expanding Horizons at the Performance + Production Hub
Explore the Creative Sound Workshops, Live Performances, and Cutting-Edge Audio Equipment at this Performance and Production Hub, offering an immersive experience in sound design.
Get ready for an explosive return of the Performance + Production Hub at Prolight + Sound from April 25-28, 2023, following its smashing debut last year! This magnate for DJs, female producers, and musicians will be even more extravagant this time around, with a meticulous redesign and expansion in store. Joining forces with the makers of the Sample Music Festival and top dogs in the audio industry, an elaborate Experience Zone will emerge within the Portalhaus, offering a chance to test cutting-edge sound tools, witness international artist showcases, and participate in high-level workshops. The PRO MUSIK association steps in as a new partner, broadening the Performance + Production Hub's horizons to encompass topics like acoustic music, band performances, and the harmony of analogue and digital sound worlds.
Prolight + Sound Reinvented
For the duration of the fair, the 800-square-meter area will serve as a playground for showcasing the latest tech innovations in DJing, production, and more, alongside a sweeping market overview. Insight into brand-new products from broadcasting specialists will also be available to visitors. The concept marries product experience, knowledge transfer, and entertainment to deliver a holistic experience, with a sneak peek of the overall Prolight + Sound experience set to materialize at the Radisson Blu Frankfurt, conveniently situated near the fairgrounds.
Industry Powerhouses Display Innovative Sound Tools
Welcome to the lab of bleeding-edge audio technology! At the Performance + Production Hub, you’re given the green light to experiment with a diverse range of offerings. From DJ equipment, digital audio workstations, sound generators, and sequencers to midi controllers, modular synthesizers, and sound reinforcement technology—take your pick and let your creativity run wild! Experts from top brands such as AvoIPoE, Ableton, Audanite, Audinate, Embed Signage, Gravity Stands, Technics, Herrmutt Lobby, Humpter, LD Systems, LiteConsole, Matrox Video, Melodics, Netgear, Ortofon, Oyaide NEO, Panasonic, PioneerDJ, Serato, Sharp/NEC, SY Electronics, Tascam, and Thinlabs will be present to guide you through your exploration. Ready for some jam sessions? Don’t miss the special Jam Boxes designed to spark collaborative creativity!
Knowledge is Power: Workshops and Training Sessions
Gain the edge you need to stand out! Engage in skill-boosting workshops on live remixing and looping, controllerism, music production, syntablism, and beatmaking. In a one-of-a-kind collaboration with Raycademy, Europe’s most celebrated DJ school, the Hub's exclusive training sessions with multiple DJ champ Ray-D will leave you confident and ready to conquer the music scene. Dive into the Music Production Corner and observe the transformative power of software tools meeting midi controllers and beat sequencers, as production seamlessly blurs with live performance. Specialized education stations tackling field recording, motion sensors, and live sound branding will also be available. Don’t miss out on networking opportunities with the German Pop Academy and DJ Talks and DJ City communities.
The Beat Goes On: Renowned Performers Take Center Stage
Arkaei (Poland), 69 Beats (Poland), Tony Beatbutcher (Belgium), 2Tronics (Berlin), and Soundadd (Berlin) are just a taste of the show-stopping performers that will grace the Performance + Production Hub stage. immerse yourself in their prowess and be part of an exhilarating Beat Making Competition on April 26. The fun doesn’t stop there; join us for the official evening event of the Performance + Production Hub at the Radisson Blu Frankfurt on April 27.
PRO MUSIK takes the Stage in the Performance + Production Hub
2023 will see the Action Stage debut in the Performance + Production Hub, organized by PRO MUSIK - Verband freier Musikschaffenden e.V. Here, you’ll find yourself in the midst of insightful discussions with professional female musicians, learn about career paths, and watch performances, interviews, and lectures. For the first time, there will also be performances on the Live Sound Arena on the open-air site. Notable artists include Mrs. Greenbird, Marvin Scondo & The Highcuts, Lui Hill, Christina Lux, and Markus Vollmer.
Prolight + Sound: A Melting Pot of Audio Innovation
While we await official details about the 2023 Performance + Production Hub, past practices at Prolight + Sound suggest an assortment of presentation and program formats in the audio segment. Don’t miss the ProAudio College workshops and lectures for audio professionals, interested musicians, and young talents in the live and studio sector, which are scheduled for all four days of the fair. The Studio Village will showcase the latest music production and mastering innovations, and the Vintage Concert Audio Show in Hall 11.0 will exhibit over 200 gems from the history of sound reinforcement across five decades, offering a chance to learn from industry legends.
- At the Performance + Production Hub, visitors can expect an immersive experience blending lifestyle factors such as entertainment and education-and-self-development, with opportunities to test new technology in sound tools and attend workshops.
- Alongside the latest technology in sports equipment, general-news broadcasting specialists will showcase their innovative products at the Prolight + Sound fair, providing insight into new offerings for the audio industry.
- In addition to engaging in industry-focused events like the ProAudio College workshops, attendees can enjoy a diverse lineup of performances from renowned musicians and competitors at the Performance + Production Hub, further highlighting its expansive horizons in the entertainment realm.
