News from PAMA
Announcements, member surveys, scholarship news and commentary from the Pro Audio Manufacturers Alliance. Media inquiries: jennifer@aimanswers.com.
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Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) and Shure Incorporated announce recipients of 2026 Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA), in partnership with Shure Incorporated, announces the 2026 recipients of the sixth annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship.
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Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) wraps successful 2025 with Hearing Rocks initiative, speaker series, and scholarships among highlights
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) was involved in a flurry of activity in 2025, launching its Hearing Rocks initiative, emphasizing its speaker series with industry experts, awarding its fifth annual scholarship to deserving students…
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Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) launches Hearing Rocks initiative for better hearing health
To help provide resources and education to battle noise-induced hearing loss, the Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) is announcing its new Hearing Rocks initiative.
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Yvonne Ho becomes President of Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) Board of Directors
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) announces that Yvonne Ho has become President of PAMA’s Board of Directors for a two-year term. Ho succeeds Chris Regan (RF Venue) in the role, while Regan remains on the board as a director.
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PAMA wraps successful 2024 with speaker series and scholarships among highlights
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) was involved in a flurry of activity in 2024, including its speaker series with industry experts and awarding its fourth annual scholarship to deserving students studying professional audio.
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PAMA members speak out on lingering supply chain issues
The survey revisited the topic of pandemic-era supply chain issues seeking an overview of lessons learned, practices adapted and whether concerns were lingering, with 86% responding that their companies experienced moderate to major impact from the pandemic…
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Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) and Shure Incorporated announce recipients of 2024 Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
Valor Swezey from University of New Haven is named recipient for the second consecutive year, and Narek Manoukian from Southern Utah University and Mei Hei from Berklee College of Music for the first year, as honorees of the annual scholarship that celebrates…
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Mitigating the Content Quality Mismatch
According to PAMA, it's time for companies to turn old conference rooms into video production resources.
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PAMA members speak out on trends in immersive audio product demand
In a recent survey of professional audio manufacturers whose product lines span the gamut of audio specialties, half the respondents said immersive audio now ranges from a significant to a solidly pervasive and permanent component of audio production…
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PAMA and Shure Incorporated check in with first graduate of the Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship program
Emma Brooks, a recent graduate of Berklee College of Music and two-year recipient of the Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship, has settled into a full-time position at Dolby in Los Angeles
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— Emma Brooks, a recent graduate of Berklee College of Music and two-year recipient of the Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship, has settled into a full-time position at Dolby in Los Angeles —
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA), in partnership with Shure Incorporated, has been offering the Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship for the past three years. The organizations recently checked in with the program’s first graduate, Emma Brooks, to see what course her career has taken since graduating magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Music Production and Engineering from Berklee College of Music in December 2022.
During her studies at Berklee, Brooks had a two-year internship at Dolby, and was able to use that experience to secure a full-time position at the company. She has relocated to Los Angeles to be part of the Dolby organization. As a member of Dolby’s Music Partnerships team, Brooks leads and manages Dolby’s global music studio onboarding process and provides technical consultation to the music industry in support of content creation best practices and music studio workflows. She collaborates closely with third-party resellers, manufacturer partners, and the creative community to ensure alignment on the ideal design and implementation principles for Dolby Atmos® music rooms.
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PAMA and Shure Incorporated Announce Recipients of 2023 Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
Dennis Freeman from Middle Tennessee State University is named recipient for the third consecutive year; Benjamin Nix-Bradley from CSU Northridge for the second year; and Valor Swezey from University of New Haven for the first year, as honorees of the annual…
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What Defines a Broadcast Mic in the 21st Century?
It could be argued that any microphone used for a broadcast purpose fits the bill, but that fails to focus in on the unique needs of broadcasters and the highly sensitive, market-driven efforts that manufacturers are undertaking to deliver what today’s…
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PAMA shares member profiles in new blog series
Ongoing series spotlights the careers and personalities of audio pros from PAMA member companies; first three entries feature Dawn Birr (Sennheiser), Gary Boss (Audio-Technica) and David Fuller (QSC)
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— Ongoing series spotlights the careers and personalities of audio pros from PAMA member companies; first three entries feature Dawn Birr (Sennheiser), Gary Boss (Audio-Technica) and David Fuller (QSC) —
— Series is available at www.pamalliance.org/member-spotlight —
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA), the collective voice and forum for leading manufacturers of professional audio products and the people who use them, recently kicked off a new blog series that shines a spotlight on the audio professionals working for PAMA member companies. The series looks at the talented individuals that contribute to PAMA’s rich membership, giving an insightful look at their background, industry experiences, company and job, and how being a part of PAMA has benefited their company.
Three audio pros have been featured so far, with additional profiles to be rolled out in the coming months.
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Point Source Audio joins PAMA
Manufacturer of miniature microphones Point Source Audio is the latest company to join PAMA’s growing membership
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PAMA members speak out on the implications of 5G on professional audio
In a recent survey, professional audio companies ranked 5G capabilities as offering “good potential” in terms of enabling high-resolution audio content for streaming and cloud-based storage, with “some potential” indicated for cloud-based production,…
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In a recent survey, professional audio companies ranked 5G capabilities as offering “good potential” in terms of enabling high-resolution audio content for streaming and cloud-based storage, with “some potential” indicated for cloud-based production, low-latency distance collaboration and their companies to enhance products with 5G access and complementary features.
The survey was conducted by the Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) of industry leaders to track attitudes and opinions about the state of 5G, its impact on professional audio, and the potential that 5G’s spectrum usage, wireless connectivity and high-speed internet access offers for professional audio applications and products.
Many concerns were raised that need resolution before 5Gs potential can be effectively realized in workflow and products due to limitations presented by the current standards in terms of infrastructure and hardware components across the industry.
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PAMA and Shure Incorporated Offer 3rd Annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
Annual scholarship celebrates the life and accomplishments of industry leader, long-time Shure executive, and founding PAMA member Mark Brunner
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— Annual scholarship celebrates the life and accomplishments of industry leader, long-time Shure executive, and founding PAMA member Mark Brunner —
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA), in partnership with Shure Incorporated, is accepting applications for the 3rd annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship, offered to students worldwide who are pursuing an education in professional audio. Brunner, a long-time Shure executive, PAMA founding member, and leading voice in the audio community, had an unwavering passion for education and mentorship throughout his career. $2,000 scholarships are targeted to recipients following their passion for audio in an accredited audio program. PAMA and Shure are specifically interested to learn how the applicants plan to share their knowledge with others in a manner consistent with Mark’s legacy. Scholarship applications are open as of April 1, with a submission deadline of May 31.
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PAMA promotes pro audio awareness, provides education and leadership PAMA celebrates 20th anniversary
– Marking two decades of growth and advocacy as the unified voice for professional audio manufacturers, PAMA is greeting 2023 with updated branding (including a new logo), compelling educational webinar sessions, and other ongoing initiatives –
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– Marking two decades of growth and advocacy as the unified voice for professional audio manufacturers, PAMA is greeting 2023 with updated branding (including a new logo), compelling educational webinar sessions, and other ongoing initiatives –
In 2023, the Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA), the collective voice and forum for the leading manufacturers of professional audio products and the people who use them, is celebrating its 20th anniversary as an organization. Since its founding in 2003, the non-profit has experienced steady growth and has accumulated a roster of member companies who conduct business worldwide in support of high-quality audio across a wide range of industries – pursuing the state of the art in technology and practice to enable audio professionals to elevate their craft and delight listeners and audiences every day.
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Semiconductor Shortfalls Hamper Pro Audio Supply Chain
Lagging production and delivery of these electronic building blocks create a chain reaction across the industry.
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PAMA Membership Meetings Illuminate Timely Industry Topics
PAMA’s series of informative virtual events delve into key industry topics – the sessions are archived as a valuable resource for audio professionals
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— PAMA’s series of informative virtual events delve into key industry topics – the sessions are archived as a valuable resource for audio professionals —
Lemoyne, PA, September 28, 2022 – The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) is dedicated to its mission to promote awareness and appreciation of high-quality professional audio through market leadership, communication and education. That dedication is exemplified by a fascinating series of online events that are archived at www.pamalliance.org/events as a valuable resource for audio professionals and students.
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PAMA and Shure Incorporated Announce Recipients of 2022 Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
Emma Brooks from Berklee College of Music and Dennis Freeman from Middle Tennessee State University are named recipients for the second consecutive year, and Benjamin Nix-Bradley from CSU Northridge joins in his first year, as honorees of the annual…
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PAMA and Shure Incorporated Offer 2nd Annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
Annual scholarship celebrates the life and accomplishments of industry leader, long-time Shure executive, and founding
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In-Ear Monitors: The Business Model of the Future?
Customer purchasing habits are shifting. Business models are in flux. And forward-looking companies are rapidly reinventing themselves to adapt to these new realities.
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PAMA Wraps an Eventful 2021
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) had an eventful 2021, continuing in its mission to promote awareness and appreciation of high-quality professional audio through market leadership, communication and education.
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PAMA Announces That Audinate Group Limited Joins Organization
Audinate is the latest company to join PAMA’s growing membership
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“Opportunity” Is the Word as PAMA Hosts Industry Career Webinar for Berklee Boston Students
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) continued its series of student-focused online events with the “Career Opportunities in Pro Audio Manufacturing Companies” session, held for students at the Berklee College of Music, Boston Campus, this…
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Professional Audio Manufacturers Struggle with Supply Chain Slowdowns
Experts agree current industry disruptions, from the limited semiconductor supply to increased shipping costs, will last well into next year.
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PAMA and Shure Incorporated Announce Recipients of 2021 Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship PAMA Hosts Student Career Event Series
Emma Brooks from Berklee College of Music and Dennis Freeman from Middle Tennessee State University are the first recipients of the annual scholarship that celebrates the life and accomplishments of long-time Shure executive and PAMA board member Mark Brunner.
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PAMA Leads Industry Initiative on Neutral Nomenclature
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) is working with its members and industry trade organizations to address outdated language and terminology issues increasingly identified as discouraging a spirit of inclusivity within the professional audio…
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Chris Regan Becomes Chair of PAMA Board of Directors
Regan succeeds Greg Beebe as he begins his two-year term
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In memoriam: Shure VP Mark Brunner; 1965-2020
Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) Mourns the Loss of Industry Leader Mark Brunner
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PAMA and Shure Incorporated Announce Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
Annual scholarship celebrates the life and accomplishments of industry leader, long-time Shure executive,
PAMA Recommendations for Neutral Nomenclature in Pro Audio (PDF)