ISE 2026 brought audiovisual professionals together from around the world to share technology, ideas, and connections that extend beyond the exhibition itself.
The event welcomed a record 92,170 visitors, an 8% increase over 2025. With 1,751 exhibitors across 101,000 m², it became the largest ISE show floor to date.
Those figures reflect an industry using innovation, education, and collaboration to develop both emerging technologies and established platforms.
ISE 2026 showcased advanced solutions ranging from large outdoor drone displays to integrated AI applications. Across the event, audiovisual technology and systems integration focused on improving human experiences.
The Audio Zone: Sound at the Heart of the Experience
A sharp image may capture attention, while well-reproduced sound helps sustain the emotional experience. ISE 2026’s Audio Zone brought together solutions for many market segments, project sizes, and applications.
Visitors could explore established technologies and products launched at the show. Manufacturers including L-Acoustics, Martin Audio, Powersoft, K-array, and 1 SOUND presented different parts of the audio ecosystem, from microphones to loudspeakers.
Listening rooms, audio demonstration spaces, and outdoor demonstrations gave visitors opportunities to compare systems and hear their individual characteristics.
Martin Audio BlacklineQ and Best of Show
Martin Audio BlacklineQ was named an Installation Best of Show winner at ISE 2026. The award recognized the range among the installation products presented at the event.
- BlacklineQ carries Martin Audio’s emphasis on clear, powerful sound reproduction.
- Appropriate selection and system design can support consistent coverage across listening positions.
- A discreet physical design supports installation and integration into suitable audio systems.
These qualities are central to the appeal of BlacklineQ for installed sound applications.
Looking Ahead for the AV Industry
ISE 2026 demonstrated the value of collaboration throughout the global technology ecosystem. It provided both a showcase for advanced solutions and a meeting place for audiovisual and systems integration professionals.
ISE 2027 is scheduled for February 2–5, 2027, in Barcelona.
Explore Martin Audio BlacklineQ at B-Star. The award listing is published by Installation.
