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HH Electronics Amplifies the Never-ending Vibes at White, Johannesburg’s Latest Upscale Dining and Entertainment Hotspot

Johannesburg, Nov 25 – Fine dining enthusiasts are in for a treat with the launch of premium lifestyle lounge, White – Campus Square.


Situated in Melville, Johannesburg’s famed epicentre of urban culture, the high-end dining and entertainment venue stands out with its custom-designed audio system, featuring speakers from HH Electronics.
The first iteration of White opened its doors in Sunninghill, Sandton, where it rapidly gained popularity. Earlier this year, the owners decided to recreate the winning formula in Melville, bringing their unique interpretation of a luxury lounge to one of Johannesburg’s trendiest suburbs.


As a brand, White is built on combining luxury dining with lively entertainment. To achieve this vision, the venue owners reached out to Pieter de Vrye from De Vrye Automation and tasked him with developing an audio system tailored to the venue’s specific needs.

The challenge for De Vrye lay in creating an audio system versatile enough to deliver both the nuanced clarity required for ambient dinner music and the robust intensity suitable for lively post-dinner events. In addition, he had to factor in the strict parameters set by Campus Square centre management, to ensure that other tenants in the mall are not negatively affected by audio spill over from the venue.

De Vrye emphasizes that the primary aim in creating an audio system for the White premium lounge is to produce high-quality, evenly distributed ambient music. He notes, “The system should enhance the atmosphere while still allowing for comfortable conversation.”

Additionally, he points out the need for versatility, as the venue becomes more vibrant in the evenings, especially with live DJ sets following dinner service on weekends.

To achieve the perfect balance of quality, power, and durability, De Vrye specified eight HH Electronics Tessen TNi-W8Pro wall mount loudspeakers to serve as the heart of the system.

“We wanted to ensure that we achieved even coverage throughout the interior of the lounge, including across the bar area, the dining booths on the outer edges and the more open atrium at the front of the restaurant,” De Vrye explains. 

“One might argue that eight loudspeakers are a lot for a venue of its size,” De Vrye points out. “However, we wanted to achieve a very clean, even coverage, and therefore decided to go with more loudspeakers distributed strategically across the venue. As a result, the system can be played at very low levels, while still being heard everywhere, with no hot or dead spots.”  

To support the HH Electronics Tessen TNi-W8 Pros, De Vrye included five HH Electronics TRS-1500 Tensor Series powered sub-woofers to achieve the optimal soundscape at low levels. 

“Once we achieved the distribution and clarity we were after at low levels, we knew the system had the room to achieve the high-energy vibe we wanted after dinner,” De Vrye points out. According to him, the system can be run at 65% or less, while still delivering the high-powered output preferred by visiting DJs and after dinner guests.  

When asked why he chose HH Electronics for the installation, De Vrye points to the excellent audio quality, robust design and attractive price point offered by HH Electronics across their diverse range of installation and touring loudspeakers.

“I was introduced to the HH Electronics brand about a year ago by ApexPro, the brand’s distribution partner in Southern Africa. I was immediately impressed with the high quality and robust design of the installation speakers on offer, which come at a surprisingly competitive price point for the quality they deliver.”

– Managing Director of De Vrye Automation

De Vrye explains that, as an audiophile, HH Electronics’ frequency response is of a much higher quality than one would expect for a loudspeaker in its price range. “When I specify HH Electronics for clients that are accustomed to the cost of professional level audio equipment of comparable quality, they are often sceptical at first,” De Vrye points out. “However, once the owners of White heard the system for the first time, they were immediately sold.” 

De Vrye adds that HH Electronics is backed by a 5-year manufacturer’s warrantee, serviced locally by ApexPro.  “When I specify HH Electronics products for an installation, I can do so with peace of mind. I know that the system will last my client for many years, and I will not lose valuable business hours maintaining the system over the long run.”

BRICK PIZZERIA

BRICK PIZZERIA

ABOUT BRICK PIZZERIA

When it comes to creating an exceptional dining experience, David Pratt has many feathers in his chef hat. His resume includes Studio at Montage Resort and Spa in Laguna Beach, Picasso Restaurant at the Bellagio Las Vegas, Masa’s in San Francisco and Olives in Washington, D.C. Now, as Executive Chef and Owner of Brick, David has built his own vision for culinary excellence in San Clemente California, with a philosophy of providing farm-to-table freshness in a relaxed and casual atmosphere.

Brick features a large L-shaped dining area with both high-top and regular tables, bordered by a bar with stool seating and a long corridor fronted by the kitchen, providing access to an outdoor covered deck with additional seating.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Full fidelity performance
  • Consistent volume levels throughout the entire premises
  • Seamless integration of sound between indoor and outdoor
  • Aesthetic that would complement the pendant lighting

THE CHALLENGE

To achieved even sound levels and high quality music in a space that features a low vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, reflective

brick walls, various listener levels and an outdoor patio.

Low Volt Automation Technologies (LVAT) in Oceanside, California were awarded the project; and they turned to Sonance for their

Professional Series range of Commercial Loudspeakers and DSP Amplifiers.

BEYOND EXPECTATION

“We went for Sonance Professional Series Pendant Speakers in the main dining area of this installation, because they not only sound amazing, but they complement the pendant lighting perfectly. Additionally, because Professional Series is voiced consistently across the range, we were able to combine different sizes and form factors in the project while still achieving seamless sonic integration. No other commercial speaker manufacturer allows us to do this.”

 – Shaun Birdsall Owner, LVAT

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METHODOLOGY

Professional audio integration is more than merely filling a room with music. It’s a tangible design element and a critical part of the space’s environment that is meant to create a mood, elevate the senses and not distract from the designer’s vision and aesthetic goals. For over 30 years, the architectural speaker pioneers at Sonance have continually explored and refined the fine art of musical fidelity within a designed space, with their series of award-winning in-wall and in-ceiling speakers.

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RESULT

“I can’t believe the difference this system has made. We had a great atmosphere before, with the décor, lighting and aroma from the wood fired oven. Now that the place is perfectly filled with sound, we have achieved the perfect ambience. I couldn’t be happier.”

 – David Pratt Executive Chef and Owner, Brick

The Brick installation consists of 4” Pendant Speakers in the main dining area and corridor, with 8” Surface Mount Woofers along the edge of the wall to provide additional bass. 8” Surface Mount Speakers provide a separate sound stage in bar area, while 6” Surface Mount Speakers and 8” Surface Mount Woofers were used on the patio. The consistent voicing across the Sonance Professional Series range ensures seamless integration of sound when moving from one area to the next.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

PS-P43T Pendant Speaker

PS-S63T Surface Mount Speaker

PS-S83T Surface Mount Speaker

PS-S83WT Surface Mount Woofer

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Celebrating Sonic Success: Deploying FlexPoint FP4 Speakers at the 2023 FIRST Global Challenge in Singapore

Singapore, known for its innovation and cutting-edge advancements, is the proud host of this year’s FIRST Global Challenge, marking the seventh edition of this remarkable international robotics competition. From 7th to 10th October, at the Singapore EXPO, this groundbreaking event represents a significant milestone as it ventures into Asia for the very first time.

 

With the unique Olympic-style setting demanding a discreet yet powerful solution with even coverage, it was a challenge to find the right sound system for this occasion. Traditional bulky speakers were out of the question, as they could obstruct the audience’s view and the watchful eyes of the press.

 

Working closely with Generation AV, N-Live found the perfect solution with Martin Audio’s FlexPoint FP4 sound system. Generation AV recommended the FP4 for its portability and remarkable power, despite its compact size. The FP4 is a point-source loudspeaker tailored for short-throw distributed systems, ensuring premium sound quality from a compact enclosure. It astoundingly delivers exceptional output and performance while taking up minimal space, making it the perfect fit for installations that require precise spot and fill coverage.

 

At first, there was some skepticism about whether these speakers, due to their compact dimensions, would be loud enough for the grand occasion. However, Sher Mohamed’s doubts were swiftly put to rest as he was astonished by the sheer power of the FP4. Its wide and smooth frequency response effortlessly reproduced both speech and music, making it an impeccable choice for the grand stage of the 2023 FIRST Global Challenge in Singapore.

 

As the world’s young innovators gather to compete and inspire, the technology behind the scenes plays a crucial role in ensuring their success. With Generation AV’s expert guidance and the FlexPoint FP4 as the sound system of choice, the event promises to be a harmonious symphony of technology and talent, embracing the future of youth robotics with resounding success. This collaboration between N-Live and Generation AV has proven to be the ideal solution for this remarkable event, showcasing the power of innovative partnerships in the world of event technology.

LEISURE FACILITY SOUND SYSTEMS

CASE STUDY:

Leisure Facility

Best Gym, Theme Park and Activity Centre Sound Systems
OUR MISSION
UNITE YOUR AUDIENCE

Martin Audio delivers signature sound with class leading coverage, consistency and control to inform, entertain and energise your patrons.

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IT’S PHENOMENAL WHAT THEY HAVE GIVEN US AND WE’VE RECEIVED A NUMBER OF HIGHLY POSITIVE COMMENTS

Rebound Trampoline Park, Hull

Signature Sound, Class Leading Coverage and Performance

Since 1971, Martin Audio has been designing and manufacturing from its British headquarters high performance professional loudspeaker and electronics systems for both touring and permanent installation.

We have an extensive record of successful sound installations within a variety of fitness and leisure facilities – whether in a health club, sports centre, spa, theme park or any other type of leisure environment.

Martin Audio’s wide portfolio of loudspeaker solutions meets the variety of needs and challenges that face leisure facilities and their deployment of sound systems – this also helps to guarantee a consistency of sound dynamics between different loudspeakers, as well as working within different project budget scenarios.

Critically, Martin Audio systems incorporate award winning Patented technology to deliver superior coverage and consistency and articulate both speech and musical genres flawlessly to inform, entertain and energise patrons.

Our pedigree in the leisure sector has largely been driven by the success of our CDD Series, coupling great audio quality and excellent coverage with stylish design and systems suitable for both indoor and outdoor usage.

AUDITORIUM SOUND SYSTEM

CASE STUDY:

Auditorium

School & University Sound Systems
OUR MISSION
UNITE YOUR AUDIENCE

Martin Audio delivers rich, clear sound that envelops the entire audience leading to a thriving, multi-use auditorium.

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You get different audiences for the Philharmonic, the rock bands, dance troupes and special presentations from a foreign country, and Martin Audio has shone in all of those areas.

Don Drucker, Installer. Pyramid Audio

Signature Sound, Class Leading Coverage and Performance

Since 1971, Martin Audio has been designing and manufacturing from its British headquarters high performance professional loudspeaker and electronics systems for both touring and permanent installation.

We have an extensive record of successful and award winning installations within a variety of worldwide auditoriums whether that is part of convention centres, education halls or theatre complexes.

Martin Audio’s wide portfolio of loudspeaker solutions meets the variety of needs and challenges that face auditoriums and their deployment of sound systems – this also helps to guarantee a consistency of sound dynamics between different loudspeakers, as well as working within different project budget scenarios.

Critically, Martin Audio systems incorporate award winning Patented technology to deliver superior coverage and consistency for the audience and articulate both speech and musical genres flawlessly to truly connect performers to their audience.

CHURCH & HOUSE OF WORSHIP

CASE STUDY:

Church & House of Worship

Best Sound Systems

OUR MISSION

UNITE YOUR CONGREGATION

Martin Audio delivers rich, clear sound that envelops the entire congregation leading to an uplifting experience, a stronger community and a thriving House of Worship.

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SYSTEM DESIGN BROCHURE

The coverage is truly exceptional. We have seating in alcoves and they were just getting reflected sound before. Now every seat in the house has even coverage, top to bottom, side to side.

First Pentecostal Church, Arkansas – USA

Signature Sound, Class Leading Coverage and Performance

Since 1971, Martin Audio has been designing and manufacturing from its British headquarters high performance professional loudspeaker and electronics systems for both touring and permanent installation.

We have an extensive record of successful installations with houses of worship around the world from the smaller 200 seat venue through to the multi-campus sites.

Intelligible audio for the congregation is an essential component to an uplifting experience. Speech and music reproduced with absolute fidelity is the hallmark of any Martin Audio system.

Martin Audio are also the global leaders in optimisied line array technology with award winning Patented technology that delivers superior coverage and consistency while avoiding sound reflections off walls, windows and balconies improving intelligibility for the congregation.

NIGHTCLUB SOUND SYSTEM

CASE STUDY:

Sound Systems for Nightclubs

Best Club Sound Systems

OUR MISSION
UNITE YOUR AUDIENCE

Martin Audio delivers powerful, distortion free sound to immerse and energise the dancefloor. As a result, nightclubs become destinations and more profitable.

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DANCFLOOR PRODUCT SOLUTIONS

You Don’t Get To call Yourself The Ministry Of Sound Without Having One Of The Best Systems In The Game

The Development of Ministry of Sound with Martin Audio

MixMag

Signature Sound, Class Leading Coverage and Performance

Since 1971, Martin Audio has been designing and manufacturing from its British headquarters high performance professional loudspeaker and electronics systems for both touring and permanent installation.

We have an extensive record of successful and award winning nightclub installations around the world, delivering high quality and energy pumping sound to help turn venues into destinations, with customers returning again and again, increasing the venue’s reputation and profitability.

Martin Audio’s wide portfolio of loudspeaker solutions meet the variety of needs and challenges that face nightclub venues and their deployment of sound systems – this also helps to guarantee a consistency of sound dynamics between different loudspeakers and their location, as well as working within different project budget scenarios.

Critically, Martin Audio systems address coverage challenges efficiently, have the power to ignite a dancefloor yet be distortion free to allow clubbers hours of listening pleasure.

Many of these solutions incorporate award winning Patented technology that deliver a superior audio experience for clubbers and can solve acoustic challenges that the venue may present.

FESTIVALS AND OUTDOOR EVENTS

CASE STUDY:

Festivals and Outdoor Live Events

Sound Systems

OUR MISSION
UNITE YOUR AUDIENCE

Martin Audio maximises consistent sound levels and coverage onsite while containing offsite noise levels to unite festival goers and the neighbourhood.

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Headliners at Hyde Park are now performing at levels well in excess of 100db which was unthinkable before

Jim King, Senior Vice President, Live Events, at AEG

Revered Festival Sound

For over fifty years, Martin Audio has earned a reputation for supplying superb sound systems across the spectrum of sound reinforcement, including outdoor concerts and festivals.

In collaboration with our global network of rental partners, Martin Audio has taken pride of place on some of the world’s biggest and most prestigious festivals, such as Glastonbury, Rock in Rio, and BST Hyde Park.

With our fastidious focus upon full frequency sound, control, coverage and consistency, festival production teams rely upon Martin Audio to deliver the best controlled sound across their sites.

I have to say the system delivered a really exciting muscular sound with absolute clarity for the daily crowds that were in excess of 100,000. There’s nothing that will make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck as much as seeing an audience rocking as far as the eye can see.

Peter Racy, Gabisom Chief Engineer, Rock in Rio.

Unite Your Audience

Our philosophy of “Unite Your Audience” isn’t just a motto, it’s the guiding principle behind everything we do. Our systems bring our signature sound of clarity and impact with the coverage and consistency that truly connects the fans with the artist’s performance ensuring across the festival site, everyone hears the best sound.

Big Sound Without The Noise Pollution

Since the mid-2000’s Martin Audio has been an innovator in the arena of line array optimisation – the ability to manipulate sound for improved control, coverage and consistency for the benefit of the user and the audience.

Today, our acoustical simulation software provides both highly accurate sound system prediction with the ability optimise the sound against target goals set by the user and the dynamics of the festival grounds. The user specifies exactly what SPL and frequency response is required at various points throughout the festival site and intelligent software automatically determines the array configuration and controls the array to produce that result. With such control, both non-audience areas and Hard Avoid® areas ─ such as on stage and beyond the venue perimeter ─ can be programmed in, and vertical coverage can be fine-tuned electronically.

This helps to contain audio avoiding unnecessary sound bleed between stages, but moreover where offsite noise levels are enforced, this technology maximises onsite SPL levels, coverage and consistency while meeting off-site restrictions. Leading festivals rely on Martin Audio systems having born witness that alternative solutions have not met exacting standards in real world scenarios.

This makes for happier FOH engineers, performing artists, promoters, paying audience and the local neighbourhood, and ultimately a successful and profitable festival.

 

The technology behind Martin Audio MLA and Wavefront Precision allows us to deliver a full range intimate experience at 350m from the pyramid stage and yet within 50m of the edge of the arena, we can reduce the levels up to 15dB and even lower beyond. The accuracy of this system is unmatched; it’s like stepping through an invisible door as the sound rapidly fades around you.

Simon Honywill, Audio Consultant for Glastonbury.

All members of its management are approachable, down to earth, and they are service led, driven by its people and understanding that it’s about shared relationships and collaboration with customers.

Paul Timmins, Director, 22live

We had to control sound escape outside the venue to an unprecedented level, but with Martin Audio’s DISPLAY optimisation software the results were easy to obtain. Inside the audience field the audio experience was completely different to outside the perimeter. It was amazing how much sound pressure and quality was provided to avoid it leaking out.

Shuzo Fujii, Chairman, MSI Japan.

THEATRE AND LIVE PRODUCTIONS

CASE STUDY:

Theatre

Best Sound Systems

OUR MISSION
UNITE YOUR AUDIENCE

Martin Audio delivers signature sound with class leading coverage, consistency and control to truly connect performers and audience for an unforgettable experience.

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I felt that the MLA array was the right sounding loudspeaker system for the job and it offered me the most control and consistency of sound for the auditorium.

Nick Lidster, Sound Designer, Jesus Christ Superstar

Signature Sound, Class Leading Coverage and Performance

Since 1971, Martin Audio has been designing and manufacturing from its British headquarters high performance professional loudspeaker and electronics systems for both touring and permanent installation.

Theatre, musicals and live production is in our blood having provided sound systems for worldwide productions including Jesus Christ Superstar, Legally Blonde, Spamalot, Joseph, Return to Forbidden Planet, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Grease, Lord of the Dance and Dirty Dancing.

At Martin Audio we recognise the importance of intelligible speech, vocals and music that envelops the audience, front to back, regardless of the acoustic challenges set by the production or venue itself and have a range of product solutions tailored to meet these needs.

We achieve this by an obsessive attention to detail on the professional sound system’s acoustic performance, involving a sophisticated mix of design, research, mathematical modelling and software engineering, to deliver dynamic, full-frequency sound right across the audience.

Amplifiers For Hospitality | LEA Install At Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

Amplifiers For Hospitality | LEA Install At Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

When popular Australian Hotel and Resort, The Beachcomber, decided to completely gut and upgrade their entire audio system ahead of their busy season, local supplier Pro Sound and Lighting called on us to provide amplifiers for hospitality systems that would transform the space.

Let’s dive in and see how our partners down under at Midwich worked with the integrator to spec our CONNECTSERIES amplifiers into the AV system for this beachfront getaway.

THE SPEC

Amplifiers For Hospitality | LEA Install At Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

🏢 Venue: Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

👷‍♂️ Integrator: Pro Sound and Lighting

🎶 Install Purpose: Complete System Rennovation

🦈 Product Used: CONNECTSERIES 354 (X3), 702 (X1), and 704 (X1)

THE VENUE

Amplifiers For Hospitality | LEA Install At Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort, or as the locals call it ‘The Beachie’ is an iconic waterfront destination located in the heart of the Central Coast, Toukley. The resort sits between two Great Lakes and the Pacific Ocean with nearly 100m of lake frontage and its own private pier. The sprawling complex was recently relaunched as a 4-star, an 80-room resort offering multiple indoor and outdoor bars, restaurants, six function rooms, gaming and bottle-shop amenities as well as expansive guest facilities including a 20-meter pool, sauna, gymnasium and wellness services, and a three-level car park all amid a 1-hectare site with lawns terracing down to the water’s edge.

With international travel to or from Australia on hold due to COVID-19 restrictions, the resort’s offering of a ‘Hamptons-inspired ambiance’ meant a big uptick in demand from locals looking for a unique vacation experience within Oz.

THE INTEGRATOR

Amplifiers For Hospitality | LEA Install At Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

To carry out the extensive renovation work, the resort relied on local production company Pro Sound and Lighting to provide a new audio system for the resort’s gaming and sports bar, DJ area, outdoor area, and hotel lobby areas.

Pro Sound and Lighting offer all the best brands under one roof. For all of your sales, hire production and installation entertainment technology gear. Stocking EV, QSC, Rode, Antari, Chauvet, Shure, Pioneer, KRK, AKAI, Event Lighting, and much more.

We sat down with Pro Sound and Lighting after the Beachcomber install was completed to talk shop. Check out our full conversation here.

THE INSTALL

Amplifiers For Hospitality | LEA Install At Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

Leonard Buckley, Production Manager at Pro Sound and Lighting, explained the demanding timeline of this project meant that the team was fighting against the clock and struggling with many manufacturers not having equipment on hand.

“This project had a particularly quick turnaround time, we needed to get the entire install done within the space of 3 or 4 weeks and couldn’t be held back because of equipment delays, ” commented Buckley. “One of the main reasons why we chose the LEA amps was because they were so easy to get our hands on and they were one of few companies with no supply chain issues.”

Ultimately the company decided to power the resort with five LEA Professional Dante Connect Series Amplifiers, including three of the Connect 354, one Connect 702 and one Connect 704.

For the Beachcomber Resort, Pro Sound and Lighting utilized QSYS and QSC speakers, InDesign box and ceiling speakers, Community speakers and Shure wireless systems.

“As the LEA amps can integrate with any kind of system, I wasn’t worried about investing in them without knowing what kind of system we would end up putting in the space,” commented Buckley. “We didn’t have to worry about what sort of system we were pairing with, and that’s what made it so easy for us to use them, there was no special programming or training involved, everything talked to each other nice and simple.”

“The very first thing I did with the amps was connect them to the cloud,” explained Buckley. “From the very first day of installing them I was able to remote monitor and see what was going on, it was really handy, especially as our office is a three-hour drive from the resort. We haven’t had any issues, the amplifiers have been flawless so far but the fact that the option to control them remotely is there, is really great.”

Buckley explained that one of the main challenges of the project was that the scope of the work was constantly changing due to the owners reconfiguring the space.

“Throughout the project the owners made changes as to how different areas of the resort would be utilized. The versatility of these amps was amazing, we never had to stress about things changing at the last minute because the amps were flexible in terms of what they could drive in their power outputs, we just put them in and knew we’d be okay.”

THE CONCLUSION

Amplifiers For Hospitality | LEA Install At Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

For Pro Sound and Lighting, this was their first time using LEA Professional amplifiers, yet because of the simple visual interface and resources provided by LEA, the team was able to install them quickly with no assistance.

“Everything was so intuitive that I didn’t need any assistance with getting everything going. There’s a couple of tutorial videos that I watched, and they had more than enough information for what I needed to do. The interface was very visual and very easy to understand. You didn’t have to do any specific training to get these things going like you do with a lot of audio-visual equipment in the industry. That was brilliant.”

The entire installation is now complete with the resort back open and taking bookings. So far, the team has received positive feedback and plan to do similar installations in other resorts within the hotel group.

“I want to put these amplifiers into every one of these clients’ venues and I’m really glad I found them,” concluded Buckley. “They’ve just been really reliable, even just the simple things of them turning on and off when they’ve been told to. That may seem like a small thing, but it makes a huge difference when things just work at the first go and at the price point they are, it’s just amazing.”

 

We’d like to thank our partners at Midwich for working with our integrator friends at Pro Sound and Lighting to get our amps into this killer installation and we hope that guests at the Beachcomber Hotel & Resort will enjoy a relaxing and fun stay for years to come as our amps amplify their experience.

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