Member directory
This entertainment technology industry peak body publication has been created to serve a number of purposes for your convenience. It categorises the bona-fide membership and associate membership into the industry sector(s) they address and presents their organisational profile. In accessing the ACETA Members Guide, it is quite likely you are an individual or organisation seeking a reliable supply partner. You may in fact be an international technology creator seeking credible partnership and representation. You could also be an individual interested in employment and exploring your options. Whatever the reason, you can be assured the members and associate members presented within are subject to Australian law and have committed to compliant and fair-trading behaviour as determined in the Australian Commercial Entertainment Technology Association Constitution, in particular the Industry Guidelines. We hope your journey through the publication has been rewarding and thank you again for using the resource.
General Members consist of Distributors & Manufacturers
Aeromic Microphones Australia
Aeromic Microphones Australia (Aeromic) supply a range of microphones and sound gear developed for use in health club sound systems or portable sound systems for independent fitness instructors. AMA was established by John Penhallow and Peter Paisley in 1994. AMA is the global source of the Aeromic and Cyclemic, market leading fitness microphones that are made in Australia and sold around the world.
The Aeromic and Cyclemic are sweat resistant head worn microphones that can be used in up to 7 classes a day and come with a two year warranty. AMA also trades as Fitness Audio Distributors to supply their Australian and global network of Distributors and Dealers.
The Aeromic and Cyclemic are sweat resistant head worn microphones that can be used in up to 7 classes a day and come with a two year warranty. AMA also trades as Fitness Audio Distributors to supply their Australian and global network of Distributors and Dealers.
Amber Technology Founding Member
Amber Technology is one of Australia's largest and most respected distributors of quality sound and vision equipment for both professional and consumer applications. Their purpose is to provide their clients with the most technically advanced and cost-efficient solutions to their requirements and to build long-term business relationships based on the provision of innovative customer and market-focused solutions.
ATT Audio Controls Founding Member
Established in 1985, ATT AudioControls success in bringing high performance entertainment technology to the Australasian market is unique, achieved by collaborating with select manufacturers to ensure their design philosophies are understood and appreciated by practitioners. This superior form of representation is further enhanced by the corporate integrity and lasting relationships held with clients, underpinned by a select nationwide support network. A unique combination of talent, professionalism, experience and dedication has built an impressive company culture that maintains an enviable reputation within the industry. Built on the founding principles of honesty and integrity, ATT offers the finest level of entertainment technology representation in Australasia.
Classic Audio Designs Founding Member
Classic Audio Designs is the creator, producer and exporter of Grover Notting Critical Listening products. All principal or cross reference systems and devices are created from a ‘first principle’ design approach, deploying a combination of new and proven technologies and techniques. It is not created to a price point, convenience or aesthetic consideration, optimum performance is the guiding design parameter. Due the resident reproductive linearity, Grover Notting systems and devices benefit numerous production, analytical and leisure environments including music capture, mixing, mastering, film mixing, post production, broadcast, forensics, restoration, test laboratory and of course audiophile/recreational.
Clearlight Shows Pty Ltd
Clearlight Shows is based in Melbourne, we started in 1969 and registered as a company in 1978.
The company distributes quality entertainment products from the USA, UK, Italy, Sweden and around the world.
Our rental division is renowned for its reliable quality products, attention to detail and excellent customer service. Our dedicated team of professionals have an industry recognized commitment to integrity in how we interact with our customers be they government departments or community theatres.
The company distributes quality entertainment products from the USA, UK, Italy, Sweden and around the world.
Our rental division is renowned for its reliable quality products, attention to detail and excellent customer service. Our dedicated team of professionals have an industry recognized commitment to integrity in how we interact with our customers be they government departments or community theatres.
CMI Music and Audio Founding Member
CMI Australia is a value-added distribution and marketing company of music technology, professional audio and musical instrument products. Our portfolio represents some of the most highly lauded global music gear brands in their category available today. We represent a range of carefully chosen products and brands across diverse markets which include, but are not limited to, the CE retail market, MI retail stores and education markets plus professional audio users such as AV rental companies, houses of worship, performance theaters, commercial spaces and transport.
We pride ourselves on delivering a high level service to both our customers, businesses partners & our international suppliers
We pride ourselves on delivering a high level service to both our customers, businesses partners & our international suppliers
Dickins Audio
Dickins Audio makes spatial sound simple and accessible. The company has developed solutions that gives students, artists and developers access to multi-channel speaker and microphone arrays at scale. Using 3D manufacturing processes, the speaker enclosures form part of the structure, allowing 3D arrays of various sizes to be quickly assembled. The audio connectivity is provided through integrated networked audio and amplifier modules that offer high density and a cost effective solution. The systems are sold with custom software and basic tools as the building blocks of almost any spatial audio experience imaginable.
Dolby Australia
Dolby Laboratories is based in San Francisco with offices in over 20 countries around the globe, including a large R&D presence in Sydney, Australia. Dolby transforms the science of sight and sound into spectacular experiences. Through innovative research and engineering, we create breakthrough experiences for billions of people worldwide through a collaborative ecosystem spanning artists, businesses, and consumers. The experiences people have – in Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Cinema, Dolby Voice, and Dolby Audio – revolutionize entertainment and communications at the cinema, on the go, in the home, and at work.
Gobotech
Gobotech Pty Ltd is an Australian company that brought full colour gobo production to Australia in 1996. Today a world leader in their field they are continuously innovating to ensure projection solutions for the latest generation of lighting fixtures. They manufacture a range of custom and standard gobo’s that can be browsed on their website.
Striving for quality projection has led them to the development of their own brand of lighting fixtures sold under the Grand Lighting banner.
Striving for quality projection has led them to the development of their own brand of lighting fixtures sold under the Grand Lighting banner.
Jands Founding member
Jands is a privately owned Australian company founded in 1970. The company manufactures and distributes the world’s most recognised brands of audio, lighting, control and staging products and services primarily for the entertainment and installation market. Employing 100 people Jands is headquartered in Mascot, Sydney and has offices in Melbourne and the Gold Coast and sales people located around Australia.
Kramer Electronics Australia
Kramer Electronics is committed to developing creative, reliable and value-oriented audio, video, collaboration and control solutions and distributing them worldwide with an uncompromising level of service and support. We have successfully launched numerous innovative products throughout the company’s existence and will continue to do so into the future!
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Murray Tregonning Associates Founding Member
Murray Tregonning & Associates (MTA) has been strongly involved in rental, sales and support of professional audio and video equipment since 1978.
With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland and London, MTA offer clients a complete range of professional services in all facets of commercial and entertainment technologies.
With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland and London, MTA offer clients a complete range of professional services in all facets of commercial and entertainment technologies.
National Audio Systems
Founded in 1998, National Audio Systems (or NAS) is a respected Australian distributor and wholesaler of world-class professional audio and visual brands. With a clear goal to create a single source for supplying comprehensive audio and visual solutions, NAS is committed to ongoing investment that meets rapid industry growth and changing client requirements. Our vision for the future is to set the industry benchmark in Australia/New Zealand and beyond.
Philips Entertainment Founding Member
Philips Entertainment is a leading manufacturer of entertainment and theatrical lighting, control and dimming systems and display lighting.
Major brands include Philips Selecon – theatrical and TV lighting in both tungsten and LED sources and display lighting for the museum and art gallery markets.
Major brands include Philips Selecon – theatrical and TV lighting in both tungsten and LED sources and display lighting for the museum and art gallery markets.
- Philips Strand- Control and dimming systems plus DMX data splitters, LED power supplies and LED TV luminaires.
- Philips Varilight- Industry-leading manufacturer of intelligent moving lights in LED and discharge light sources.
- Showline-Revolutionising LED lighting with LED par, spots, wash lights, strobes and moving yokes for both indoor and outdoor applications.
PAVT Founding Member
- Production Audio Video Technology (PAVT) has been in business for over 30 years. Born out of the broadcast industry, the company now has divisions covering corporate, live sound, commercial and education, with a stable of over 20 brands. Their head office is located in Melbourne, with offices in Sydney, Auckland NZ and a recently formed partnership in Ho Chi Minh City.
Studio Connections Australia Pty Ltd
Whether your application is a multi million dollar production facility, a home studio, an entertainment installation or a home theatre, you can rest assured that our experienced team is committed to providing you with the right solution. Our long standing associations with the world’s finest audio manufacturers and a combined commitment to quality and sustainability have made us the premier pro audio distributor in the country.
At Studio Connections Australia, we are excited by a constant stream of new and innovative products. Through our network of selected MI and AV specialists we pride ourselves on our ability to provide outstanding customer service, guaranteeing professional studio quality performance for your audio environment.
Synchronised Technology
Synchronised Technology (Syntec), draws upon over 40 years of experience to represent and distribute some of the most renowned and respected brands of audio equipment, catering for a wide range of applications. The professional products that we represent and distribute are used within the Commercial and Professional audio arena. You will find them utilised in Broadcast, Film and Stage applications, being both pre and post production application.
The Look
Glitz and glamour, grand and beautiful velvet drapes, sequined drapes, lamés and chiffon drapes. Theater blackout to polyester panels up to six metres high. Ground support, rope and pipe, chrome and brass bollards with red carpets. From front of house to back of house or maybe just in your house. You give us the style, colour and theme and we'll give you THE LOOK.
Associate members
Associate members are an incorporated company, trust, partnership or joint venture in Australia which re-sells; services or maintains; rents or hires; provides system design, integration, installation; provides training (including schools, colleges and universities); and which are media and/or trade/industry event owners for the industry.
Diversified
Diversified Communications Australia is a strong, vibrant communications company that owns a portfolio of over 20 premium industry-specific trade and consumer events. We create energetic, educational and invigorating environments where business goals are achieved.The sales, marketing and branding opportunities created using these events as a platform are endless; traditional media, face to face, electronic communications, social media and word of mouth. We are aggregators of content, creators of communities and through a range of mediums, engage with our audience 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Employing over 100 staff we have offices in both Sydney and Melbourne. We deliver unique, exciting brand experiences that generate quality sales leads, provide a great return on investment for exhibitors and memorable experiences for consumers.
Julius Media
CX Network Pty Ltd contains CX Magazine, CX Digital, CXMAGBLOG and legacy material from Juliusmedia, Connections Magazine and Channels Magazine. We entered this business in 1990, prior to that founder Julius Grafton had operated various technical production supply businesses, since 1973. These included Graftons Sound and Lighting, and Australian Monitor.We publish a high quality print magazine monthly for the Australian pro light, audio, vision and staging markets – which serve live, theatre, broadcast, installations and events.
PHILOSOPHY CX is one of very few paid circulation magazines serving a niche industry made up of passionate, informed specialists who have high expectations of our media. We also operate the ENTECH Roadshow annually, visiting all major capital cities. CX has a diverse team of creative people, led by Jason Allen with the underlying business managed by Steve James. The publisher is Julius Grafton.
PHILOSOPHY CX is one of very few paid circulation magazines serving a niche industry made up of passionate, informed specialists who have high expectations of our media. We also operate the ENTECH Roadshow annually, visiting all major capital cities. CX has a diverse team of creative people, led by Jason Allen with the underlying business managed by Steve James. The publisher is Julius Grafton.
Novatech Creative Event Technology
Novatech is a market leader in technical production for major corporate, arts, music and sporting events. Based in South Australia, we have been awarded events on a local, national and international scale, reflecting our versatility, expertise, experience and commitment to producing high-quality events. From Sydney to Singapore, Melbourne to Malaysia, Novatech has the experience in Australasia for your next event.
NW Group Australasia
Norwest is one of Australia’s leading suppliers of audio for the Live Events industry. Our experienced team and unparalleled array of resources will ensure your event is a success. Norwest’s track record includes large outdoor music festivals, community events and major international events, including the Opening and Closing Olympic ceremonies. Norwest have demonstrated quality AV (audio-visual) capabilities to support such events and always tailor our approach to suit your needs.
The P.A. People Pty Ltd
The P.A. People is a specialist integrator and contractor in sound reinforcement, audio visual systems, performance lighting and production communications. Over its 40 year history the company has developed a reputation as a leader in these fields, understanding the rigours of working in a design construct environment and working with other trades and services to ensure delivery of a fully integrated package. The P.A. People is independent, Australian-owned and Sydney-based, and operates locally, nationally and globally. Its activities are divided into three operational groups: Sales, Hire Service; Installed Systems; and Event Communications. Team members include technical and design officers, qualified tradespeople, and engineering and assembly personnel backed by support staff to provide complete permanent or temporary turnkey solutions.
Showtech Australia Pty Ltd
Showtech is a leader in Entertainment rigging and height safety services, and all their equipment and services meet the AS guidelines, Worksafe regulations, and engineering standards worldwide. As such, their safety record, training and services have become benchmarks throughout the Australian and International entertainment industry.
Showtech management & production team provide consultancy, seminars for all aspects of Theatre, Venue, Circus, TV, Film, School, Educational Facilities and more. Tiny was a co-author of the ICOPER International Code of Practice for Entertainment Rigging. Showtech Australia are supporters and members of ARCA (Australian Road Crew Association) and Strong advocates of the Entertainment Mental health research and support initiatives.
Showtech management & production team provide consultancy, seminars for all aspects of Theatre, Venue, Circus, TV, Film, School, Educational Facilities and more. Tiny was a co-author of the ICOPER International Code of Practice for Entertainment Rigging. Showtech Australia are supporters and members of ARCA (Australian Road Crew Association) and Strong advocates of the Entertainment Mental health research and support initiatives.
Venue Technical Services
Venue Technical Services has been a major designer and installer of professional audio, video, lighting & staging systems in Western Australia for the past 17 years. The principal, Rick Browne, has over 25 years of experience designing specialist theatre systems and spent many years prior to that in production audio hire and manufacture. Clients include major state theatres, regional performing art centres, private and public schools, churches & a select number of entertainment venues.
Our success is based on our customer focus. This begins with understanding the requirements and desired results of each individual situation and then working with the client to bring them the best possible results and technical systems for their venue. VTS then provides ongoing support and maintenance for the customer as required into the future.
Our success is based on our customer focus. This begins with understanding the requirements and desired results of each individual situation and then working with the client to bring them the best possible results and technical systems for their venue. VTS then provides ongoing support and maintenance for the customer as required into the future.
Voyager Sound
We cover all areas of sound, lighting, vision and staging, but specialise in audio. Audio is where most of our investment in equipment and expertise has taken place over the years and also where we are most competitive on price. We are often called upon to provide audio as a specialist contractor working along side vision and lighting specialists at larger events. In short, Production is our business, Audio is our craft.
We can provide the equipment and staff for an entire show or simply augment what you already have available. Voyager Sound frequently works in Sydney’s finest corporate city venues, while we are equally at home at clubs, schools, public areas and private venues. Wherever there is a need we will be there for our clients. Performance and corporate presentation audio systems are our main service but we also can also make recordings for musicians and bands, in multi-track or stereo mix format, archive recordings of corporate events and round table discussion sessions or audio for webcast.
We can provide the equipment and staff for an entire show or simply augment what you already have available. Voyager Sound frequently works in Sydney’s finest corporate city venues, while we are equally at home at clubs, schools, public areas and private venues. Wherever there is a need we will be there for our clients. Performance and corporate presentation audio systems are our main service but we also can also make recordings for musicians and bands, in multi-track or stereo mix format, archive recordings of corporate events and round table discussion sessions or audio for webcast.
Note: every effort is made to keep this list up to date, but if there is a company which claims to be a member but is not listed here, please contact us to confirm whether it is a member or not. ACETA members use the ACETA logo to demonstrate that they comply with the ACETA Industry Guidelines, which require compliance with all relevant Australian laws and standards, including product safety, workplace and public safety, the Australian Consumer Law (managed by the ACCC and the State/territory fair trading bodies), intellectual property, privacy, warranty and service, competitive tendering, pricing and anti-competitive behaviour. For more information about the industry guidelines please see the ACETA constitution, which can be downloaded from the end of the Join Us page.