Clear-Com Introduces Avalon 1RU IP Intercom Communication Platform

Clear-Com® has introduced Avalon™, a purpose-built 1RU IP intercom communication platform engineered for modern networked productions. Designed to simplify and scale workflows across broadcast, live events, and commercial production environments, the compact station supports FreeSpeak® wireless beltpacks, HelixNet® digital partyline, V-Series® keypanels, and I.V. Direct. The platform features scalable licensed port capacity and flexible IP interfacing, allowing production teams to configure systems based on current operational demands and expand over time without updating physical hardware.

Designed for fully IP-based intercom environments, Avalon provides a streamlined alternative for users who do not require analog audio connectivity. The platform combines scalable licensed port architecture with a compact rack-mounted design, helping users reduce system complexity while maintaining the performance and reliability expected from Clear-Com solutions. Optimized for modern network infrastructures, Avalon expands customer choice within the Clear-Com product family as a cost-efficient option for IP-only workflows.
 
"Avalon represents a major step forward in how intercom systems are designed and deployed," said Dave MacKinnon, VP of Product Management at Clear-Com. "We focused on simplifying deployment while maintaining the flexibility and performance our customers expect. The result is a modern IP platform that enables teams to scale efficiently and communicate reliably across a wide range of environments."
 
Avalon complements Arcadia® Central Station, which remains part of the Clear-Com product portfolio for applications requiring hybrid analog and IP connectivity, front-panel control and legacy system support. Avalon expands customer choice by providing a cost-efficient option designed specifically for IP-only workflows.
 
The platform supports AES67, Dante and Clear-Com's I.V. Direct technologies for local and remote connectivity. Avalon also offers expanded IP capacity and networking flexibility for productions and installations operating on converged infrastructures.
 
"With Avalon, we wanted to remove traditional barriers to system design and expansion," said Frank Linton, product manager at Clear-Com. "The licensed port architecture allows users to scale capacity over time without replacing hardware, while support for open standards helps simplify integration into existing workflows."
 
The 1RU rack-mounted design is intended for space-constrained environments and supports a range of user stations, channels and IP connectivity options. Avalon will be available soon through Clear-Com's global network.

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