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Wes Herron, president of Lectrosonics (left), and Peter Freedman AM, founder and owner of The Freedman Group.

Business

Lectrosonics Acquired by Freedman Group

By Mix Staff ⋅ Published: 05/08/2025

Long-running TV/film wireless audio manufacturer Lectrosonics has been acquired by Freedman Group.

Freedman Group’s founder and chairman Peter Freedman AM (left) and Alex Nelson, CEO of Mackie.

Business

Mackie Acquired by Røde Microphones

By Mix Staff ⋅ Published: 12/04/2023

Australia's Røde Microphones has acquired U.S. pro-audio mainstay Mackie.

Gear and Technology

New Rodecaster Pro Firmware Released

By ProSoundNetwork Editorial Staff ⋅ Published: 06/11/2020

Following an initial Beta release in April, and coming on the heels of an accessory line launched last week, new Rodecaster firmware has dropped.

Classic-Tracks

Classic Tracks: Metallica’s “Master of Puppets”

By Sarah Jones ⋅ Published: 03/02/2018 ⋅ Updated: 05/22/2026

"Master of Puppets," Metallica’s third album, was released in March 1986 as the band’s major-label debut. Five years into their careers, they were maturing...