Blue Array Productions and Stage Audio Works strengthen 15-year partnership with South Africa’s first d&b KSL Investment

Johannesburg, South Africa, March 2026 – Stage Audio Works (SAW) is pleased to announce a new chapter in its long-standing relationship with Blue Array Productions following an investment in a new d&b audiotechnik SL-Series system. The Johannesburg-based production house has become the first production company in South Africa to invest in the ecosystem, acquiring 28 KSL line array modules and accompanying D40 amplifiers.

This investment is the latest in a partnership that began in 2009, when Blue Array began its d&b journey with the purchase of the Q-Series, supplied by Stage Audio Works. A subsequent investment in the J-Series in 2011 further established Blue Array as a premium provider for large-scale audio projects in the region. For over 15 years, the two companies have worked closely together around a shared passion for raising the standard of live audio in South Africa.

Blue Array Productions’ investment in the SL-Series ecosystem reflects growing global and local demand for d&b systems. As international touring riders increasingly specify the SL-Series, the company strengthens its position as the first choice for global artists touring in the region, as well as providing a high-performance, high-ROI solution for local festivals and events where demand for d&b systems is also on the rise.

“Our relationship with Stage Audio Works has always been about more than just buying equipment; it’s about a shared commitment to providing audiences with the highest quality audio experiences,” says Kobus Van Rensburg, Founder of Blue Array Productions. “We started this journey in 2009, and today, investing in the KSL system was the natural next step, offering a level of control and efficiency that is now essential to meet the expectations of modern productions locally and international riders.”

Gustav Barnard, co-CEO of Stage Audio Works, reflects on the journey so far: “Working with Blue Array Productions is a privilege. Kobus and his team have a reputation for technical precision, and they’ve been an integral part of the d&b family here for a long time. This latest investment is a testament to a 15-year relationship built on trust and a mutual drive to bring the best possible sound to South African audiences.”

About Blue Array Productions

Founded by Kobus Van Rensburg, Blue Array Productions is one of South Africa’s most respected technical production companies. Known for their uncompromising audio standards, they provide full-audio technical solutions for the country’s most prestigious live events and international tours.