We are throwing open the doors of our brand-new Redditch HQ for “22live – Test Drive” — a full-day open event on Tuesday, 23rd September 2025, between 10:30am and 5:00pm, aimed at anyone working in live sound, touring, production, and events.
Designed as a hands-on, real-world showcase, Test Drive is a chance to get into the detail on some of the industry’s latest and most desirable products to really gain understanding and also a unique opportunity to compare and contrast.
In addition to getting hands on with the gear you can also meet the team, and see how 22live supports clients across sales and hire activities as well as some of the training opportunities we can provide.
Whether you’re specifying for a tour, building an install, considering the latest purchase for your company, or just want to try something new, this is a chance to get in the room with people who have real world experience of these products, with the 22live team also being supported by the various brands represented at the event.
On the day
Get hands on with the following products via SSL and Yamaha workstations with multi-track playback spanning all systems:
d&b audiotechnik – the new CCL Compact Cardioid Line Array
DPA Microphones – Core+ and the new 4099
Martin Audio – FlexPoint and TORUS
Sennheiser – SPECTERA
Shure – Axient Digital PSM & ANX4
Solid State Logic – Live consoles and TCA Packages
Yamaha – Rivage Series and DM7
KLVR, iSEMcon and Rational Acoustics - New products & software
Meet brand reps, and product specialists — no hard sell, just straight answers
Drop-in training-style sessions covering workflow, integration, and best practice
Try it for yourself — bring a show file, get on the desk, or A/B different mics in a live rig
Food, drinks, and proper face-to-face conversation with other industry pros
““This isn’t a trade show — it’s a chance to get hands-on with real systems, ask questions, and speak to people who’ve already been in the thick of it with this gear. We wanted to give people an opportunity to experience some of the hottest new products in a new format, which should help people to make better educated decisions in their equipment choices for both hire and sales. We’re also keen to meet new people and show off our new facility, so it should be a great day for all.””
The event takes place at 22live, 8 Meir Road, Redditch, B98 7SY Entry is free, but numbers are limited — register your spot now.