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Optimal Audio

Optimal Audio Serves Up Superlative Sound At Crowne Plaza

UK: Situated close to the O2 Arena and Excel Exhibition centre in London, Crowne Plaza Docklands is a 210-bedroom hotel featuring the brand’s new Fremantle Bar & Restaurant concept. Creating the Australasian-inspired all-day restaurant involved a significant recent upgrade to existing audio infrastructure, a project tasked to Uxbridge-based AV specialist Middlesex Sound.

Briefed to deliver a high-quality, zoned audio system that met the hotel’s specific aesthetic requirements, Middlesex Sound supplied and installed a turnkey solution from Optimal Audio, as company director Darrel Olivier explains…

“There were four separate zones we needed to cater for,” he begins, “the main bar, the restaurant, a private dining area and terrace. It was very important to deliver consistent, high-quality audio across the spaces, so we employed 16 Optimal Audio Cuboid 6 speakers which ensured the coverage we needed.

“The Cuboid 6 was an ideal fit for this project because it represents excellent value, allows for very flexible mounting and positioning options with the included flying hardware and sounds extremely good. The fact that the speaker is available in white as well as black meant they fit with the Fremantle design aesthetic too.”

Alongside the Cuboid 6 speakers, a pair of Cuboid 6TX models (featuring the same two-way, full range, 6.5” driver/1” silk dome tweeter design as the Cuboid 6, with additional 60w transformer for use on 70 or 100v taps) and two Cuboid 5 speakers also featured in the installation.

Zone 4 audio controller manages the speakers across each of the zones, its onboard DSP, flexible routing and programmability providing versatile but straightforward control for inputs that include “two music players and a BT Sports TV package,” according to Olivier. “It’s a great solution, with built-in presets for the Cuboid speakers, so it makes set-up and day-to-day use extremely simple.

“To give staff hands-on access we also installed a ZonePad 4 wall controller in the master position in the bar, so any of the four zones can be adjusted from here. It’s a very intuitive, unobtrusive panel that any member of staff can operate – the private dining area also features the even simpler ZonePad 1 panel.”

Reflecting on the project and response to the audio system, Olivier says, “we’re seeing an increasing demand from our customer’s customers for really high quality audio to create an atmosphere and add to their experience in hospitality environments.

“Optimal Audio is providing a valuable “one stop shop” solution for projects like the Fremantle bar and restaurant with zoners and speakers that deliver great performance and ease of use at an excellent price point.”

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Martin Audio

WPL NAILS IT FOR IBIS ROCKCORPS AT ACCOR ARENA

FRANCE: The latest edition of ibis RockCorps returned recently with a major gig at Paris’s Accor Arena, featuring the triple bill of Macklemore, Franglish and Rosinia.

The concept of the event is unique in that anyone giving four hours of their time as a civic project volunteer in the French capital is eligible for tickets to this free concert.

Martin Audio partner, experienced production company 22live, tendered and won the contract, having worked for the show’s producers CC-Lab in the past.

However, 22live director Paul Timmins was aware that to service a gig economically within the Eurozone would require a marriage of careful logistics and high-octane sound—knowing that working in Europe post-Brexit poses a bureaucratic nightmare of Kafkaesque proportions.

He rationalised that by flying Martin Audio’s large format Wavefront Precision WPL line array in 20-box hangs either side of the stage, with a further 16 WPL as outfills on each flank, he could project some 90 metres to the rear of the auditorium without the need for delays—thus enabling the inventory to be confined to a two-truck haul.

He also realised that to make sense of the accounting this would need to do this with a four-man crew, so picked a senior team comprising crew chief Nick Jackson, monitor engineer Sam Cook, system tech Ryan Bass and Jack Davis.

With a 13,000-strong, highly charged, young demographic audience rushing in to grab the best seats, the 22live team knew they would need to deliver sound to a level close to the maximum threshold for American rapper Macklemore and the two huge French acts,Franglish and Rosinia.

Explained Timmins, “I knew we would require a big PA system, and when I picked up the spec, I was pleased to see Martin Audio on the rider—so it was an easy decision to quote WPL.

WPL IS A BIT OF A BEAST AND LIKE MLA IT TENDS TO BE ABLE TO HANDLE THESE BIG ARENAS WITHOUT DELAYS,

Paul Timmins, 22live

“WPL is a bit of a beast and like MLA it tends to be able to handle these big arenas without delays,” reflected Paul Timmins. “I believed that by going deeper with the system we could dispense with the delays, and it absolutely nailed it.”

Aside from the main and peripheral PA hangs, production had 18 Martin Audio SXHF218 subwoofers on the ground in a castellated split broadside configuration … split largely because there was a catwalk thrust down the middle.

The system was powered by a total of 42 iK42 DSP amplifiers in 1-box resolution—which afforded greater DSP power and ensured consistent coverage front to back.

Fills were required for the front rows and 22live turned to the trusty TORUS, deploying T1215s while for a VIP breakout room the sound was relayed via TORUS T1230s.

Aside from Timmins’ careful logistics the show’s success owed much to Ryan Bass’s adept system engineering—and his ability to suddenly pivot.

For having done his visualisation and calculations on the day of arrival, based on a full arena, he suddenly had to reoptimize on show day after discovering an area in the upper balcony had now been draped off.

But he was undeterred. “Reoptimising within DISPLAY allowedfor a quick and easy change of the coverage,” Bass confirmed. Changing the area at the back that was now draped off from ‘Audience’to ‘Non-Audience’ ensuredthere was no wasted energy directed at an empty space whilst also helping to reduce slapback from the back of the arena. With a traditionalsystem this would have required a full re-deployment of the PA.”

He, too, was confident the main PA would throw consistently across the 90m distance. “By adjusting the weighting of the prediction to prioritisethe audience over non-audience or ‘Hard Avoid’, this allocatedmore DSP power to ensure consistent SPL and frequency response from front to back.”

The use of ‘Hard Avoid’ at the back of the arena “helped massively”in calming the room, making the task easier for sound engineers in what is a notoriously challenging environment to mix in.

‘Hard Avoid’ was further deployed onstage to avoid unnecessary levels bleeding back. “Some of the audio crew working on stage expressed how impressed they were by the reductions compared to out front,” noted Bass. “Making use of the cardioid presets within VU-Net [software] further allowed for a good reduction on stage.”

Both Paul Timmins and Ryan Bass can look back on the show with pride—the former because with the right degree of planning it showed that an experienced UK production company can work competitively in Europe—even for one-off shows, with a quick turn-around, and despite the amount of carnet and manifest prep involved.

As for Ryan Bass he was delighted with the sound delivery. “The technology Martin Audio has developed in DISPLAY, with its optimisations, allowed for a quickand easy deployment as well as responding to sudden changes such as the late addition of drapes.

“Overall the system, and all the acts,sounded great with all guest engineers leaving the show happy. The audiencecertainly seemed to be enjoying it too!”

And Stephen Greene, CEO of RockCorps, added, “When you’re putting on a show for more than 13,000 people who’ve all volunteered four hours of their time to earn their ticket, you want to be sure that it’s the concert of a lifetime.

“The look and sound of the production are key and thanks to Paul and his crew at 22live, they always deliver.From pre-show planning and sourcing equipment to working with the creative team,ibis RockCorpswas always in safe hands.

“Dealing with three big name artists in one show has its technical challenges but the changeovers at the event were seamless, ensuring the crowd stayed in the vibe while keeping the artists confident and set to light up the stage … in this case, literally, with Macklemore’s crew clear to deliver off-the-scale pyrotechnics. Theibis RockCorpsproduction was next level, delivering a huge celebration that this crowd of volunteers justly deserved.And it just sounded great!”

Photography © Chang Martin, Laurent Attias and Roxane Montaron

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Martin Audio

WPM SPECIFIED FOR BELGIUM’S NEW SILT ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT

BELGIUM: The newly-completed, multifunctionalSiltcomplex—an architecturally sophisticated ‘landscaper’ completed earlier this year—forms a dominant, wood-latticed landmark on the Belgian coast, overlooking the North Sea at Middelkerke.

Essentially a multipurpose event venue, built and operated by Middelkerke’s municipality as part of its restoration programme for the area, it also hosts a restaurant, hotel and casino run by different operators. All are set within an artificial dune, each with spectacular views across the beach and sea.

For advice on sound reinforcement in the Event Hall, the City Council brought in Stephan Bohez of SBE—a loyal partner of Martin Audio for the past 25 years, who also co-owns StarTechnics with partner, Danny Debock. Stated Bohez, who has staged events for the client over a number of years, “They already knew the quality of our service and the fact we are always ready to solve any kind of programme,” he said. “I was asked what they would need for an event hall that could perform a number of functions—not merely operate as a concert hall, but something that would work in 90% of cases.”

Awarded the contract, StarTechnics report that the design went through many iterations “as they were initially unsure in what direction they would be going with the venue, whether concerts, seminars, conferences, awards shows or banquets.” Eventually they decided on WPM as being the best solution to cater for dynamic events.

His solution was to equip this empty white box with a modular set-up that could be brought in and reconfigured at will. The only items permanently rigged would be eight elements of Martin Audio’s small footprint, scalable Wavefront Precision WPM a side, with four SXP218 (2 x 18” active subwoofers) which can be deployed and designed as required.

Complementing this is a delay of four TORUS T820 8” constant curvature speakers, providing defined 100° by 20° coverage pattern in the meeting areas at the mezzanine level, while four auxiliary CDD-LIVE 12 can be used as infills or outfills as required. Martin Audio’s ADORN 5.25” ACS-55T ceiling speakers are set underneath the mezzanine to provide main system delays, or for independent use when this space is separated from the main hall—providing immense versatility.

The mezzanine area space can also become a dedicated single room hall, whose orientation is then rotated through 90°. In this set up two further delayed TORUS T820 are rigged under which is a Martin Audio SX115 subwoofer. This small, dedicated area has already hosted DJ-run events and a live concert.

The entire set-up is run by a pair of Martin Audio iKON iK81 DSP amps supporting VU-NET, in 2-box resolution. These take care of all the processing other than the CDD-LIVE 12, which is under the management of a dedicated DX4.0 processor.

Stephan Bohez was assisted in the installation by Jimmy Koninckx, Audio Solutions Advisorat FACE, Martin Audio’s Belgian distributor who supplied the equipment. He ensured the order was fulfilled and later provided technical support, including optimisation and programming.

“Most of the work was in getting the delays set correctly,” he said, “but we are fortunate in that TORUS sounds similar to the WPM.”

Further adjustments, such as system presets will wait until a routine trading pattern has been established. “We want to see what settings are likely to be most common,” says the installer.

Following the opening, Stephan Bohez has been retained as onsite technician and sound engineer. Meanwhile, the operators are said to be delighted with the quality of the sound system, and the flexibility it affords, which can be tailored to each event. And with a heavy programme of events in prospect, they have already safely overcome the first hurdle.

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Draft

BEEN X MARTIN AUDIO BEIJING INDOOR ELECTRONIC MUSIC FESTIVAL RETURNS!

CHINA: Since the 1980s, the nightclub scene has evolved dramatically in China, transforming from the early days of discos to the high-end bar and party culture we see today. Trendy music, vibrant rhythms, and increasingly sophisticated investments in sound, lighting, and stage design have brought outdoor music festival energy indoor. At the forefront of this shift is BEEN CLUB, the largest nightclub at Beijing’s Gongti Stadium, known for redefining nightlife in the capital.

Created by the renowned nightclub entrepreneur Thirteenth Auntie, BEEN CLUB is the latest addition to her collection of iconic venues such as OT, Thirteen, FRESH, Pac Star, and Blink. These clubs are highly popular among nightlife enthusiasts and have set the standard for high-end entertainment in Beijing.

The Unique Appeal of BEEN CLUB
BEEN CLUB merges Eastern and Western music cultures, offering an eclectic mix of traditional folk and cutting-edge electronic music. The venue’s philosophy is reflected in the club’s slogan “Hui,” symbolizing a cultural and energetic convergence. It’s a place where party goers can not only let loose themselves in the moment but also rediscover the essence of nightlife entertainment. 

Sound by Martin Audio
To complement the unique atmosphere and diverse music offerings, BEEN CLUB partnered with Martin Audio, known for its innovative and powerful sound reinforcement systems. Martin Audio’s flagship MLA series (Multi-cellular Loudspeaker Array), the exclusive sound system for international music festivals, was selected to deliver top-tier audio performance across all genres. The seamless integration of electronic music with live instrumentation elevates the club’s immersive sound experience, capturing the essence of both modern and traditional music.

Sino Huifeng audio technical team explained the system design: “The sound system is engineered to centralize low-frequency transmission while extending high-frequency coverage, ensuring each style of music is fully realized and delivers maximum impact across the venue.”

Technical Highlights of the Installation
The installation at BEEN CLUB includes:

10 MLA active three-way dual 12-inch line arrays
12 MLAC active three-way dual 10-inch line arrays
Each MLA unit contains 144 independent acoustic elements, which allow for precise sound control and optimal coverage, regardless of where the listener is positioned. The MLA system has won multiple prestigious awards, including the PLASA Gold Award, the PARNELLI “IT” Award, and the InAVation Award, showcasing its cutting-edge technology.

For low-end reinforcement, the club employs:

14 Blackline³ B218 subwoofers with dual 18-inch drivers, each delivering a peak output of 2000W and a maximum SPL of 144dB. The powerful bass output creates a festival-like atmosphere indoors, matching the energy of outdoor electronic music events.

Unmatched Sound and Visual Experience
In line with its music-first philosophy, BEEN CLUB has hosted world-class artists such as R3hab, Malaa, Chace, and James Hype, all of whom have delivered electrifying performances that pushed the limits of the venue’s state-of-the-art sound system. The result is an unparalleled auditory experience that stirs up sound waves far beyond Beijing’s Sixth Ring Road.

Beyond music, every aspect of BEEN CLUB is carefully curated, from its original music productions to its visually dramatic design. The club’s artistic approach to nightlife aims to create a completely immersive experience, with unobstructed sightlines from every angle, ensuring that every visitor can fully enjoy the balanced sound field and stunning visuals no matter where they stand.

BEEN CLUB sets a new benchmark for indoor electronic music festivals, combining high-quality sound from Martin Audio’s world-leading systems with cutting-edge music and party culture. Ready to experience this one-of-a-kind nightlife destination?

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LEA Professional

LEA EXPERIENCE INFOCOMM 2024

Join us as we relive our unforgettable week at InfoComm 2024. This year was nothing short of spectacular as we unveiled our latest product offerings, connected with our extensive network of partners, and provided visitors with an immersive, in-depth look at everything LEA has to offer. From cutting-edge innovations to dynamic demonstrations, we left no stone unturned in making this experience truly memorable.

Connect Series Touch

Introducing the Connect Series Touch. Creating buzz all over the show floor the Connect Series Touch controller is a wall-mounted touch-enabled control panel designed for simple and intuitive control of LEA amplifiers. Offering ultimate flexibility, its features include source selection, volume adjustments, and the ability to mute by individual zone. 

Connect Series ADSP

Introducing Connect Series ADSP. Available in 2 and 4 channels ranging from 300 to 1500 watts, the Connect Series ADSP is our most advanced smart amplifier. Featuring 96kHz linear phase FIR crossover filters with 2048 taps per channel, 4 seconds of input delay, under 10-second power-on to audio when PoE is used, and FIR-based speaker tunings it is the perfect solution for high-performance applications.

Connect Series Half-Rack

Making its US debut at InfoComm 2024, the Connect Series Half-Rack stands as the latest addition to the esteemed Connect Series lineup. Available in both Network and Dante configurations, these 4-channel amplifiers include options of 30W, 60W, and 120W per channel. Additionally, this ultra-compact marvel delivers the same feature-rich experience you expect with the LEA Connect Series. Each model comes equipped with onboard DSP, LEA Cloud integration, WebUI accessibility, SharkWare compatibility, 3rd Party API support, and Speaker Tunings.

Partner Awards

This year at InfoComm 2024, we took the opportunity to present our 2023  partner awards, categorized by Most Prestigious Project, Commitment to Growth, and Business Motivator. Of the five awards presented, here is the breakdown of recipients:

2023 US Rep of the Year – Most Prestigious Project
2023 US Rep of the Year – Business Motivator
2023 LATAM Distributor of the Year – Business Motivator
2023 LATAM Distributor of the Year – Most Prestigious Project

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TiMax

TIMAX INTRODUCES TWO NEW PRODUCT INTEGRATIONS AT INFOCOMM 2024

TiMax introduces two new product integrations at Infocomm 2024

TiMax – pioneering manufacturers of immersive and object-based audio technology and show management solutions – introduces two TiMax product integrations at InfoComm 2024 (June 11 – 14, 2024 – Las Vegas Convention Center), being debuted at their Stand C9241.

The unequalled power and spatial audio prowess of TiMax will be demonstrated live at the show in Martin Audio’s demonstration room, N112. A part of the Focusrite Group, the powerful immersive and spatial audio capabilities of TiMax will form a part of sister pro audio brand, Martin Audio’s presentation at the show. Martin Audio loudspeakers are one of the loudspeaker brands in the ‘TiMax Recommends’ family of manufacturers proposing TiMax as their recommended immersive spatial processing solution.

What the pro-audio world really needs is yet another reverb plug-in – NOT.  This is why TiMax has not made one. Instead, TiMax has created a new concept in configurable automated reverb platforms for spatial audio productions and system integration.  This powerful new plug-in option, available to all existing FPGA-equipped TiMax SoundHub spatial processors, adds no less than four individual 1-in / 16-out ultra-high-quality reverb engines which give sound designers full control of all parameters as well as access to an advanced 3D room reverb-builder application.  Aux sends to each reverb engine can be driven by the TiMax TimeLine automation, TiMax TrackerD4 stagetracking so that performers’ mics or effects can be cross-faded between different reverb effects or just similar presets spatially configured to be consistent with their localisation on stage.  A unique parameter “morphing” function facilitates the rapid selection, and adjustment, of desired reverb styles under high-pressure tech rehearsal conditions.

New for the award-winning TiMax TrackerD4 precision stagetracking solution is TiMax TrackerSP, a software add-on option for integrated lighting and media control. Developed in collaboration with virtual production showcontrol specialists, Stage Precision GmbH, TiMax TrackerSP enables TiMax TrackerD4 to intelligently direct and focus groups of moving-head light fixtures using ArtNet and sACN networked DMX.  TiMax TrackerSP operates seamlessly for synchronised groups of fixtures across multiple tracked objects and opens the door for further Stage Precision integration with videomapping and camera control, as well as Unreal and Notch control and beyond.

With R&D firmly at the heart of our business, TiMax SoundHub and TiMax TrackerD4 products benefit from additional and ongoing enhancements that cement their status as the leading real-time immersive audio spatialisation on premium live shows and events.  

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Sonance

SONANCE TO SHOWCASE COMMERCIAL DESIGN GALLERY AND INTRODUCE NEW PRODUCTS AT INFOCOMM

Sonance, the industry leader in high-fidelity architectural audio solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming Infocomm where it will unveil its completely upgraded Commercial Design Gallery. This innovative presentation tool empowers integrators and consultants to present Sonance and James audio solutions tailored to the unique design and construction of their projects, focusing on the client’s vision rather than just the product.

Experience the Commercial Design Gallery at the Sonance Booth

The Sonance booth will feature a fully functional version of the Commercial Design Gallery, providing attendees with a hands-on opportunity to see and hear the extensive range of Sonance and James commercial solutions. Visitors will experience audio solutions for ceilings, walls, displays, and outdoor environments, as well as an array of hidden bass augmentation options suitable for any commercial setting.

Introducing the VXQ Range from James by Sonance

Sonance will also reveal the highly anticipated James VXQ range of In-Ceiling and In-Wall products. These state-of-the-art speakers feature the unique Quadratech tweeter with Cymatic diffuser technology, delivering unparalleled performance for architectural applications. The VXQ range is IP67 rated, ensuring durability and reliability in various environments. Customers can configure their VXQ speakers when ordering, with the ability to choose between a standard Micro Trim grille or a Trim-less grille in a selection of standard colors at no additional cost. Additionally, these speakers can be configured with an enclosure and/or a 70V transformer to meet specific application requirements.

Preview of the New Sonance.com Website

In conjunction with these product launches, Sonance will debut its newly redesigned website, www.sonance.com. The revamped site will prominently feature commercial applications and products, integrating the high-quality presentation elements of the Commercial Design Gallery. It will also offer quick access to detailed specifications and downloadable resources for commercial integrators and consultants.

Showcasing the Latest from IPORT

Visitors to the Sonance booth will also have the opportunity to explore the latest range of products from IPORT. IPORT’s innovative solutions are designed to hold, charge, protect, and connect iPads in any commercial application, providing versatile and efficient solutions for modern businesses.

Join Us at Infocomm

Sonance invites all attendees of Infocomm to visit booth #C9656 and experience the future of commercial audio solutions. Discover how Sonance and James products can enhance any commercial environment with cutting-edge technology and superior design.

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Martin Audio

MARTIN AUDIO HELPS CREATE IMMERSION AT TWIST MUSEUM

UK: Based in London’s West End, The Twist Museum is an immersive, interactive, multi-sensory attraction, set on a 15,000 sq. ft site.

Challenging the visitor to explore the world of illusion, Twist—which stands forThe Way I See Things—is a collaborative work of leading artists, psychologists, and neuroscientists.

The audio-visual integration was entrusted to London-based Crossover, who specified, installed, programmed and commissioned essential audio-visual equipment, for management and routing over a digital backbone.

Developed by multimedia artist Aristotle Roufanis, the Digital Mirror exhibit uses a camera and large format display to create an interactive ‘mirror’, distorting peoples’ reflections in real time. The Crossover team provided the displays, the audio system, and the back-end processing hardware, that manipulates the captured images to display the illusions and distortions to the viewer.

Crossover helped the Museum’s project team build another of Roufanis’ creations, the Digital Kaleidoscope, with audio looping in real time on Ableton Live. The Kaleidoscope is a mirrored hexagonal tube—people entering it immerse themselves in a stunning display of colours and patterns and their reflections which are influenced by their movements and interactions. Crossover supplied and installed the projection systems, camera, processing hardware and audio system for this interactive marvel.

Martin Audio loudspeakers were specified in the Audio Interactive Space and Mind Hub where distortion free, phase coherent output was paramount. The former is a large octagonal acoustically treated 360-degree surround-sound room that immerses the visitor in soundscapes created by artist and composer Antoine Bertin. Custom-programmed LED lighting synchronises with the audio to enhance the sensory impact, with LF rumble provided by a Martin Audio SX110 1 x 10in slimline subwoofer.

This was chosen “for its super compact form factor, and the fact it could be easily flown without taking up valuable floorspace,” according to Crossover Senior Systems Designer, Juan Garcia. “In addition, we are very familiar with Martin Audio and love the sound of their speakers and their reliability. The fact that the space was small, and the sub is so powerful, we only needed one SX110, to avoid hotspots and dips.” It was installed towards the side of the room—rather than the centre—in order to maximise bass coverage.

About halfway through the journey, the visitors enter the Mind Hub. Crossover installed the lighting and supplied the lighting control hardware and audio system for this spectacle, at the centre of which is a huge cube of 1,000 individually controllable LED spheres hanging from the ceiling, creating mesmerising patterns and shapes.

Here and in the events area, Crossover have specified eight Martin Audio ADORN A55T, focused on background music and small events within that space, chosen for their output within a discreet footprint. These are powered by a Martin Audio VIA2004 4-channel, 2000W Class D amplifier.

Elsewhere, the Upside-Down Room and the Ames Room provide further treats for visitors, the former featuring a further Martin Audio music system with the option for a DJ to play for parties and events.

A digital back end, with local touch panel interfaces allows staff to monitor the exhibits and to maintain uptime.

Crossover director, David Sacks, said: “This was a brilliant project to have worked on. It was particularly rewarding because of the close collaboration with international artists to bring their visions to life with some of the best audio-visual technology around.”

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Martin Audio

WPS/WPC COMBO ENSURES SUCCESSFUL DEBUT FOR VORTEX DANCE FEST

GERMANY: Vortex, the new electronic music festival, made its debut at Göppingen’s EWS Arena—pumping techno, trance and hardcore through the bodies of devotes, continuously over 12 hours, through Martin Audio’s flagship Wavefront Precision line array series. To quote the words of the organisers, “Vortexis not just a festival, it’s a transcendent experience, a sonic adventure that you won’t want to miss.“ Such was the challenge that the Martin Audio PA and its advance control software were set.

It was a far cry from EWS Arena’s normal sphere of activity, which is hosting the Bundesliga handball club FRISCH AUF! But since the venue is located in the centre of the town, surrounded by shops and flats, the requirements with regard to noise escape were predictably stringent. As a debut event, it was particularly important for the organisers not to provoke complaints from local residents in order to preserve the future of the event. With its legendary tight offsite control, the Martin Audio Wavefront Precision systems deployed absolutely met these high requirements.

Jürgen Schuster, from event technology specialist Skyeline Live, who provided the technical equipment for theVortexFestival, confirms: “There were no noise complaints and zero problems with the volume for the audience.”

“THERE WERE NO NOISE COMPLAINTS AND ZERO PROBLEMS WITH THE VOLUME FOR THE AUDIENCE.”

Jürgen Schuster, Skyeline Live

Martin Audio’s advanced DISPLAY software had been essential in controlling the WPS and WPC line arrays deployed. “It was a real blessing,” he explains. “I was able to calculate the entire system cleanly and deploy it accordingly. This made it possible to predict in advance exactly how the system would behave in terms of sound levels.” He added that during the event, a colleague checked the volume on the street, enabling him to confirm: “Ambient noise from the street was louder than the sound coming from the festival, while inside the venue the sound was characterised by the evenness of distribution across the entire event area.”

To achieve this Jürgen Schuster deployed 24 Martin Audio WPC as the main system (12 boxes a side), with eight WPS as front- and sidefill. The all-important sub frequencies were pumped out through six towers of three SX218, designed in cardioid (two front facing and a single rear facing), with a further four SX218 provided for DJ monitoring. The rig was powered by 12 of Martin Audio‘s iK42 multi-channel, process-controlled power amplifiers in three-box resolution.

Schuster attributed the success of the event to two key Martin Audio technologies: the scalable resolution of the Wavefront Precision loudspeakers and the acoustic optimisation using the DISPLAY simulation software. “The combination of these two aspects made it possible to calculate the sound solution for the event so precisely that sound emissions were minimised [offsite] while still providing uncompromising sound for the 4,000 dance fans.”

But the real success of the event, he emphasises, was the reaction of the artists themselves. “They didn’t want to leave at all,” he affirms. “It’s normal for an act to come, deliver their set and then go … but at the Vortex Festival, the acts enjoyed it so much that they stayed for hours after their performance and simply enjoyed it.”

This says much for the quality of the sound system, which had been subjected to an enormous continuous load. “The Vortex Festival runs for 12 hours through the night—from 7pm until 7am—and the system has to work reliably.” Fortunately, due to his many years of experience with Martin Audio systems he was confident this requirement would be absolutely fulfilled.

In conclusion he praises the sonic coherence across the different series and how easily they can be combined. “WPC and WPS are different size formats but they fit together perfectly in all technical respects—phase response and so on. With many manufacturers this provides problems as the speakers don’t fit together in terms of sound. This is certainly not an issue with Martin Audio, as the different series work wonderfully together.”

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Martin Audio

PSYCHOACOUSTIC PRODUCTIONS INTRODUCE BLACKLINE TO THE MALAYSIAN MARKET

MY: Based in the Malaysian state of Selangor, full-service provider Psychoacoustic Productions recently invested in a Martin Audio BlacklineX Powered loudspeaker system, comprising 16 XP12, eight XP15 and six XP118 subs.

Founded in 2006 by Haary Roshaahn Yograi, under the original name of Pyschoacoustics Sound & Lights the company has grown steadily from humble beginnings.

Stated the owner, “We were comparing several active point source systems in a similar price range, and among all that we tested, Martin Audio really stood out in terms of delivering a sweeter sound—particularly on the higher frequencies. It was the system that best suited our indoor venues.”

The portable BlacklineX Powered series integrates Martin Audio’s renowned engineering expertise into an easy-to-use, quick-to-deploy, high-powered solution for a range of professional applications, ranging from use by musicians and mobile DJ’s, to corporate AV, House of Worship installations and all types of music venue.

With optional Bluetooth control, streaming and a built-in three channel mixer, BlacklineX Powered was a logical move for the company. The equipment was supplied by Kuala Lumpur dealer, Wavefront Culture.

As they enter their second year of distributing the brand, managing director, Ahmad Syafiqbin Yaacob says that although Martin Audio was already well established in the AV market, with its rapidly increasing portfolio it has required an extended push to make the client base fully aware of its solutions. He confirmed that while Psychoacoustic Productions already knew about the brand, they had never previously listened to the product, adding that in comparative testing they preferredthe XP12 and XP118.

He says that as a result, Mr. Roshaahn is now keen to audition the TORUS series.

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