At this year’s Broadcast India (October 14 to 16, 2025, Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai), one of the most significant technology events for the broadcast, media and entertainment industry in the Asia-Pacific region, Indian systems integrator and Lawo partner Comcon Technologies Ltd. will present the Lawo mc²56 MkIII Audio Production Console in a full-fledged configuration for the first time in India on booth N03. The show brings together technology leaders and professionals to explore cutting-edge solutions for content creation and delivery.

The Lawo mc²56 MkIII is a state-of-the-art audio production console designed for premium live and broadcast applications. It combines IP-native architecture with superior sound quality, comprehensive routing capabilities, and the ergonomic workflow that has made Lawo consoles the preferred choice for international broadcasters and OB operators. Native support for SMPTE ST2110, AES67/RAVENNA and MADI ensures seamless integration into IP-based environments, guaranteeing interoperability and future-proof scalability. For broadcasters, this delivers reduced infrastructure complexity, centralized resource sharing, and the flexibility to adapt to evolving production models, including remote and distributed workflows.

At the heart of the mc²56 MkIII is the A_UHD Core, Lawo’s powerful IP-native audio engine. This processing core provides 1,024 fully DSP-equipped channels at both 48 kHz and 96 kHz, supports true network-based operation, and enables resource sharing across multiple consoles. The A_UHD Core fits into just 1RU yet delivers enormous processing capacity, complete with SMPTE ST2110 compliance, AES67/RAVENNA connectivity, and full redundancy for mission-critical reliability. Its design allows operators to scale DSP resources dynamically and handle the most complex productions — from large-scale sports events to multi-studio entertainment shows — with unmatched efficiency and flexibility.

The mc²56 MkIII also offers immersive audio capabilities, including Dolby Atmos® and 5.1.4 mixing, enabling broadcasters to deliver rich, multidimensional soundscapes for live sports, concerts, and premium entertainment content. This feature ensures productions meet the growing demand for spatial audio experiences on modern platforms.

For operators, the console sets a benchmark in intuitive control. Features like LiveView™ channel thumbnails, multi-layer workflows and flexible free-control sections ensure immediate access to essential parameters, even under the pressure of fast-paced productions. These features allow engineers to maintain focus on mixing rather than navigating menus, providing confidence in dynamic environments.

Sports productions benefit significantly from the mc²56 MkIII’s feature set and its integration of Lawo’s KICK automated mixing solution. KICK uses real-time camera tracking data to automatically follow the action on the field and optimize microphone mixing for precise, consistent and immersive sound. This not only enhances the viewer experience but also reduces the operator workload during high-intensity ball sports events, making it an essential tool for OB trucks and sports control rooms.

For the audience, these innovations translate into an outstanding audio experience with pristine clarity and detail — a critical factor in delivering engaging and emotionally compelling broadcasts.

While the mc²56 MkIII takes center stage on the Comcon booth, visitors will also be able to learn more about Lawo’s HOME management platform for IP-based media infrastructures, HOME Apps for server-based processing on demand, and VSM, the industry-leading IP broadcast control and workflow solution for seamless, multi-vendor integration. Together, these solutions represent a comprehensive ecosystem that enables broadcasters to transition to IP workflows without compromise.

“We are proud to bring the Lawo mc²56 MkIII to Broadcast India for its first full-scale presentation in India,” says Mr Gaurav Aggarwal, Director, Comcon Technologies Ltd. “With its IP-native design, powerful A__UHD Core processing engine, immersive audio capabilities, and features like KICK for automated sports audio, this console provides everything needed for the next generation of broadcast production.”

Tan, Boon Siong, Sales Director, S.E. Asia, India & APAC (Radio) at Lawo, adds: “Comcon is an outstanding partner with a deep understanding of the Indian market. Their decision to feature the mc²56 MkIII at Broadcast India demonstrates the growing importance of IP-based solutions in this region. We are excited to show visitors how our technology ensures top-quality sound, efficient workflows, and complete future-readiness.”

Comcon and Lawo invite all visitors to experience the mc²56 MkIII live on the show floor and discover how it, together with tools like KICK and the Lawo IP ecosystem, can transform workflows for sports, news and entertainment productions.