Get ready for InfoComm 2026 with another episode of Backstage Pass: IC26—hosted by Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard from AVIXA! In this episode, we bring you two insightful conversations with industry leaders shaping the future of AV and live production:

Matrox Video Interview (Ben Barnard & Ron Berty) Dive into the evolving world of AV over IP, including SMPTE ST 2110, compression tradeoffs, and how Matrox is balancing quality, latency, and bandwidth across broadcast, live events, and enterprise environments. Plus, learn how their commitment to open standards and interoperability is helping teams build more flexible, future-proof systems.

Riedel Interview (Carey Johnson & Phil Stein) Explore how Riedel is redefining workflows with a strong focus on software-driven solutions, remote production, and user-centric design. Discover innovations like private 5G deployment, RF spectrum strategies, and integrated solutions like STAGE for theater workflows—all aimed at boosting efficiency, flexibility, and long-term value.