TEMS – Live

The TEMS Summer Tour showcased the innovative capabilities of Hive’s Beebox Pluto, chosen for its reliability, ease of use, and sustainable design. With the entire show fully controlled by a lighting console, the Beebox Pluto’s straightforward setup proved invaluable to the touring production, highlighting Hive’s ability to deliver seamless performance under demanding conditions.

Concert tours require systems that are both compact and powerful, with minimal setup time and robust reliability for consistent day-to-day operation. Additionally, there is a growing need for sustainable solutions in the entertainment sector to reduce environmental impact. The TEMS Summer Tour needed a solution that addressed these challenges while maintaining the flexibility required for creative video playback control.

The Solution

Hive’s Beebox Pluto was the perfect fit for the TEMS Summer Tour, delivering:

– Compact Form Factor: Small enough to travel with just a network switch, making it an ideal solution for the touring team.

– Optimized Energy Efficiency: Hive’s energy-efficient design helped reduce the tour’s carbon footprint, meeting the entertainment sector’s increasing focus on sustainability.

– Sustainability Focus: Built from recyclable materials, the Beebox Pluto aligns with modern environmental standards.

– Streamlined Setup: With seamless integration to the lighting console, the system offered a quick and reliable setup, saving freight, time, energy, and manpower.

Key Features in Action

Hive’s Beebox Pluto excelled during the tour, enabling:

– Silky Smooth Video Playback: The system’s smooth H.265 video playback ensured high-quality visuals for every performance.

– Flexible Adjustments: The lighting designer could manage LED pixel mapping, scaling, and color changes directly from the console, ensuring creative freedom and precision.

Customer Feedback

The touring team praised Hive for its exceptional reliability and outstanding customer support, with @samuellisher commenting, “The Hive team are one of the best and nicest on the planet.” This sentiment was echoed across the project team, who highlighted the Beebox Pluto’s practical advantages and performance capabilities.

Sustainability in Touring

Hive’s Beebox Pluto not only delivered a practical and efficient solution but also aligned with the entertainment sector’s shift towards sustainability. The compact design reduced freight costs, while its energy efficiency minimized power consumption—a critical advantage for modern touring productions.

Acknowledgments

Hive extends its sincere gratitude to @samuellisher for his continued support and collaboration, @timmsy for the stunning photography, and @tml_worldwide for the opportunity to contribute to this exceptional project.

Conclusion

The TEMS Summer Tour demonstrated the powerful capabilities of the Hive Beebox Pluto as a compact, sustainable, and reliable solution for the demanding needs of concert touring. By prioritizing sustainability and streamlining technology, Hive continues to set the standard for innovative solutions in the entertainment industry. The project team is eager to explore Hive’s potential in future touring projects.