Recently, Wuping No. 1 High School held its 100th anniversary celebration. Over the past century, the school has adhered to the educational philosophy of “moral cultivation and all-round development,” inspired by the spirit of Azalea Mountain. Its mission focuses on “laying the foundation for students’ comprehensive and lifelong development,” with the motto of “honesty, perseverance, and trust” and an emphasis on “technological innovation education.” The school has established a strong academic and cultural environment, producing more than 50,000 graduates, including many leaders in governance, academia, and industry.
The “Forever Azalea” Concert
The “Forever Azalea” concert, held in the newly constructed Science and Arts Hall, was a spectacular audiovisual feast for alumni, guests, and faculty members.
As the final note faded, the concert concluded amid enthusiastic applause and cheers. Martin Audio’s signature sound quality and consistent coverage created an impressive and immersive atmosphere for the event.
Marking a new beginning, Wuping No. 1 High School aims to continue its educational mission, nurturing well-rounded talents for the future and ensuring the spirit of Azalea Mountain shines even brighter in the new era.
The New Music Hall
The newly built music hall serves as a venue for concerts, operas, traditional Chinese performances, dances, and major conferences. Its sound reinforcement system features the renowned British brand Martin Audio, known for precision coverage, consistent sound quality, and scalability. It provides an exceptional auditory experience, guiding audiences on a captivating musical journey.
During the design phase, the technical team used Martin Audio’s unique “Display 3” 3D acoustic optimization software. This helped evaluate coverage, sound propagation, and other factors to develop an acoustically optimized solution for the hall.
Sound System Installation
The sound system includes Martin Audio’s TORUS constant curvature arrays, known for their flexibility, powerful output, high clarity, and long-distance projection. These arrays ensure excellent frequency range and clarity for both speech and performances.
Key features of the setup include:
- Main Sound Reinforcement: 6 T1215 and 2 T1230 array speakers, offering flexible combinations, strong directionality, and uniform sound coverage. T1215 provides up to 134dB SPL, while T1230 delivers up to 132dB SPL—ideal for dynamic and detailed performances.
- Flexible Coverage: TORUS cabinets offer 15° and 30° vertical angles and reach up to 30 meters. Horizontal dispersion is adjustable (90°, 60°, or 75° asymmetric) via Dynamic Horn Flare™, focusing sound on the audience and minimizing wall reflections.
Enhanced Low-Frequency and Supplementary Sound
- Subwoofers: Two 18-inch cardioid subwoofers (SXCF118) are combined with T12 arrays to deliver deep, rich bass, enhancing musical depth.
- Stage Fill and Monitoring:
- Supplementary Sound: FP12 coaxial point-source speakers ensure consistent audio across seating areas.
- Front Row Fill: 4 PI8 full-range speakers enhance coverage for front-row audiences.
- Stage Monitors: 4 CDD10B coaxial speakers and FP12 monitors provide flexible monitoring solutions for performers.
- Control Room Monitoring: 2 PI8 speakers offer real-time performance feedback for engineers.
Amplification and Control System
Powered by iKON digital amplifiers, the system integrates VU-NET control software and Dante networking. It also uses DISPLAY 3 for 3D modeling, ensuring sound consistency and precise coverage.
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