In an effort to draw audio-video pros, the International Audio Summit is now covering trends in AV production with lectures and workshops.

The summit will be held in Santa Monica, Calif., in mid-November and is organized by the Sennheiser Sound Academy.

Speakers from industry, science and trade associations will lecture on topics such as new formats for production and broadcast, audience involvement via audio applications and new wireless communication systems in broadcast centers.

Workshops will include issues surrounding new production and broadcasting formats, next-generation technologies and audio for sports productions.

"The aim of the Audio Summit is to provide professional users with an independent international platform where they can share information about key current and future issues facing the industry," stated Susanne Seidel, president of global marketing for Sennheiser.