Barco Debuts New Smart Cinema Amplifier and Integrated Media Server with Audio Processing at CinemaCon 2025

Barco mFusion and Barco Smart Amplifier Expand the Company's Laser Suite with Faster, More Streamlined Operations and Advanced Capabilities

LAS VEGAS, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Barco, the global leader in laser cinema technology, debuted two new solutions at CinemaCon 2025 today, expanding the Barco Cinema portfolio with enhanced audio capabilities and faster, more efficient operations. The Barco mFusion ICMP-XS integrated audio and media server and Barco Smart Amplifier are designed to work seamlessly with the award-winning Barco Series 4 projection family to enable unified technology management, powerful content processing and playback, and rich surround sound.
With this announcement, Barco offers exhibitors a complete cinema presentation solution that simplifies the delivery of exceptional theatrical experiences. 

Building on the success of its predecessor, the Barco Alchemy, Barco mFusion combines state-of-the-art audio processing and live content streaming capabilities with a next-generation media server. Barco mFusion is thoughtfully designed to meet the high-volume needs of today's cinemas with speeds up to 5x faster for simultaneous content ingest, play, and transfer. Exceptional surround sound supporting 5.1/7.1 configurations and immersive audio rendering delivers crystal-clear dialogue and powerful bass. Featuring a new, evolutionary interface that evolved from the Barco Series 4 platform, the mFusion integrates seamlessly for maximum workflow efficiency and simplified operations.

Barco's new integrated Smart Amplifier delivers robust, dynamic sound for an audio experience that compliments the dazzling laser-powered presentation on screen. Combining power and efficiency, the Smart Amplifier is part of a complete Barco laser projection solution sharing a common control interface with mFusion ICMP-XS and Series 4 projectors, allowing effortless installation and hot swappable functionality for uninterrupted operations.

"We are honored that cinemas worldwide have chosen Laser by Barco and Barco Series 4 for their move to laser projection." said Gerwin Damberg, EVP, Barco Cinema. "Barco's focus on innovation drives us to develop new solutions that enhance our technology offerings to add value our customers and improve the cinema experience for moviegoers."

Barco mFusion and Smart Amplifier are powerful additions to any cinema technology stack and are compatible with all major brands on the market today. When combined with Barco Series 4 laser projection, however, the full suite of advanced capabilities and optimized fleet management are unlocked. Barco's Series 4 interface is the first and only integrated UI for projection, media server, audio processing, and streaming in one. Accessible via computer, handheld device, or the integrated touch display on Barco Series 4 projectors, it streamlines the management of multiple processes. All solutions in the Laser by Barco ecosystem are designed with sustainability in mind, using fewer materials, modular designs, and a circular economy approach for a lower overall environmental footprint.

Barco mFusion and Smart Amplifier are on display this week at CinemaCon, the annual global convention for cinema operators, held annually at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Admission to Barco's exhibit is free and open to tradeshow pass holders and fully registered show attendees. For more information, visit www.barco.com/en/cpg/cinema/cinemacon-2025.

About Barco
Barco, headquartered in Kortrijk (Belgium), is a global technology company leading in visualization, networking, and collaboration solutions. Its innovative technologies drive advancements in the healthcare, enterprise, and entertainment markets. At the heart of Barco's success are over 3,000 dedicated 'visioneers', each passionately contributing to driving change through technology.
Listed on Euronext (BAR), Reuters (BARBt.BR), and Bloomberg (BAR BB), Barco realized sales of 947 million euro in 2024. For further insights, please visit www.barco.com, or connect on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.
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