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APPLE MILL

APPLE MILL

ABOUT ARTIFEX

The Apple Mill project is a mixed-use commercial building in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada: an up and coming, “transit-oriented, green, and people-focused downtown.” The building at 100 New Park Pl can be accessed from Apple Mill Rd or New Park Pl and hosts a bank, a financial services tax and auditing company, a Harley-Davidson office, and a parking structure. It also features common spaces, including a shared outdoor space located on the main level for business colleagues to use at their leisure.

THE CHALLENGE

This property is operated by SmartCentres, a commercial developer and operator based in Vaughan, ON. The company has over 283 shopping centers, with a majority of those featuring their largest client, Walmart. SmartCentres is now developing increasingly popular mixed-use buildings, like the one at Apple Mill Rd. Deploying an outdoor audio solution for the shared outdoor space was the focus for this project. The combination of extreme weather, traffic noise, and ongoing construction created a need for high performance, high quality outdoor audio from durable speakers.

“We had researched many different products and in speaking with Ed Lockyer from SC Media, Ed suggested looking into James Loudspeaker. After researching, we made it our mission to go with their custom Wedge speakers.” – John Wiszniewski, ESA Communications, Ltd.

REQUIREMENTS

The goal for this outdoor venue was to create a space where people wanted to gather. The harsh environment during the winter months meant finding an audio solution that could withstand the elements. In addition, the system needed to provide even, balanced coverage throughout large spaces and play at a comfortable volume to encourage conversation and relaxation.

METHODOLOGY

ESA Communications Ltd., a leading commercial integrator covering the Province of Ontario, Canada and the Caribbean Region, was able to bring an innovative solution to the table for this project. The task was to take a lifeless outdoor space in a busy business complex and bring it to life. People needed a reason to use the space as it was intended, to relax, have conversation, and enjoy the sunshine when weather permitted. By using James Loudspeaker audio solutions customized to blend into the architecture, the area was soon transformed by the addition of music playing comfortably in the background, promoting conversation and overall enjoyment of the public space.

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RESULT

James Loudspeaker’s talented team of craftsmen and engineers was able to design custom speakers perfectly suited to meet the needs of this commercial project. What was once an under-utilized outdoor area was brought to life with comfortable audio that made it welcoming and functional. The positioning and placement of the speakers allowed for this magical experience with the audio seeming to emanate from all around.

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THE DELLA & SENG GEE GUILD HALL, PART OF THE KENT RIDGE GUILD HOUSE OF THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE SOCIETY (NUSS)

PRODUCTS USED

  • 6 x iMAG THUNDER TH2001EWP Wall plate 4K AVoIP encoder
  • 1 x iMAG THUNDER TH2001E 4K AVoIP encoder
  • 5 x iMAG THUNDER TH2002D 4K AVoIP decoder
  • 1 x iMAG THUNDER TH900DS DIRECTOR

The Kent Ridge Guild House is the largest of the three guild houses managed by the National University of Singapore Society (NUSS). It offers a plethora of facilities including a fitness centre, a swimming pool, squash and tennis courts, restaurants, bar, karaoke room, and billiard and function rooms. Situated within the NUS campus, it is a great place to unwind and meet up with fellow friends and graduates.

It has been over 10 years since the last AV upgrade at the Kent Ridge Guild House, and so whilst many restrictions were in place due to COVID-19, the Management Committee decided to make use of the window of opportunity to upgrade the AV system at the Della & Seng Gee Guild Hall, the main ballroom, to provide members and guests with a stylish and elegant ballroom for corporate and private events.

Sylvester Fok of Media Systems has worked with the Kent Ridge Guild House team for many years and so Media Systems was chosen as the trusted system integrator to design and implement the system. The team was looking for something future-proof, simple to operate, reliable and within the stipulated budget. For the video matrix and distribution system they turned to iMAGsystems to provide the AV over IP system for the venue. iMAG’s Thunder 1g AV over IP system was chosen as the right solution using 6 Wall plate encoders, 1 standard encoder and 5 decoders creating a 7×5 video matrix and complete flexibility for the in-house AV team.

Once the Media Systems team started to implement the system, they started to experiment with iMAG’s new CONTROL UI, which is a full touch screen control system built into the Director software in Thunder. Once they realised how simple and quick it was to programme, they decided to replace the inhouse control system with iMAGsystems and have a full system implementation.

iMAG’s CONTROL UI enables the operators to control lighting, audio, screens, and projectors all from the touch screens in the venue. One touch screen is positioned in the main ballroom, and a second in the control room. Any user can plug into one of the 6 HDMI inputs around the room, whether it is operating as one large room, or two separate function rooms when the centre partition is in place.

Gerry Raffaut, President of iMAGsystems, commented on the system, “It is great to work with Media Systems and NUSS on this project. Media Systems was one of the first system integrators to implement our new CONTROL UI software and it worked perfectly. Sylvester and his programmers provided great feedback and we added in a couple of features they required to make the installation run seamlessly. It was a great partnership. Big thanks to NUSS and Media Systems for putting their trust in iMAGsystems”

Sylvester Fok, MD of Media Systems commented, “We have been working closely with NUSS and the Kent Ridge Guild House team for many years, it was an honour to be asked to look after this project. iMAG’s Thunder system worked well, and the CONTROL UI touch screen software enabled us to meet the budget whilst ensuring no compromises were made on the client’s requirements. Big thanks to the iMAG team in Australia, and the Generation AV team here in Singapore.”

CENTRO SPOTLIGHT

CENTRO SPOTLIGHT

ABOUT CENTRO

Located near Austin, in the heart of vibrant Downtown Round Rock, Texas, Centro offers a multi-functional, modern space built to host a variety of events, from reoccurring monthly community meetings to a la carte gatherings. With an open floor plan and functional layout, Centro is able to customize every aspect of each gathering to create tailored and memorable experiences for their guests.

THE CHALLENGE

With a growing demand for corporate gathering spaces in Austin, the team behind Centro Event Space knew that they wanted to create a space that would not only be aesthetically pleasing, but also incorporated the highest quality, yet easy to use, audio system that would set them apart from other event locations. With numerous zones throughout the property, and a 14-foot video wall in the main event space, the challenge was to deliver high quality sound at consistent sound levels throughout the premises, while ensuring volume levels were comfortable to listen to in any location. The space was also purposefully built with modern finishes that could easily transform from a corporate event space in the day to a cocktail and catering lounge in the evening depending on the demands of the client. It was essential that any speaker that was installed blend in with the design of the space to maintain that top notch aesthetic and almost disappear. With a very specific vision, and a desire for high-quality audio to elevate their space, the team at Centro reached out to Felix Media Solutions, one of the fastest growing commercial audio and video solutions integrators in Austin, to bring their vision to life.

REQUIREMENTS

  • High fidelity performance and sound
  • Simple and easy to use system that would allow anyone to plug in and utilize
  • Modern aesthetic that would blend in with the purposefully designed black ceilings

BEYOND EXPECTATIONS

“Sonance is all we really use for commercial installs. We know it sounds good, it is competitively priced, and we know it is much better than the other 70V options in the market. Plus, our customers love them. When you walk into Centro, you truly don’t even notice the speakers because they blend right in with the design of the space.”

– Mike Watts Vice President of Design, Felix Media Solutions Inc.

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METHODOLOGY

Professional audio integration is more than merely filling a space with sound. It’s a tangible design element and a critical part of the space’s environment that is meant to create a mood and elevate the senses without distracting 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

The Barnoa installation consists of 16 x 4” In-Ceiling speakers spread evenly throughout the room to provide consistent volume levels with no hot spots or dead zones. 4 x 8” in-Ceiling Woofers were installed in the corners to provide additional bass. Optional black square grille adapters were used to allow the speakers to blend aesthetically into the painted roof tiles. 8” Surface Mount Speakers were used on the patio with an IPX4 weatherproof construction that ensures reliability when installed outdoors. The consistent voicing across the Sonance Professional Series range ensures seamless integration of sound when moving from inside to outside.

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SOUTH SHORES CHURCH

SOUTH SHORES CHURCH

ABOUT SOUTH SHORES CHURCH

Located just half of a mile from the famous Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point, California, South Shores Church has been serving Southern California coastal communities for over 60 years. With panoramic views of the ocean, Saddleback Mountain, and surrounding city lights, and a campus built on six acres of land, South Shores Church is the home to a 584-seat sanctuary, with additional rooms dedicated to adult and children’s ministry meeting spaces, additional fellowship rooms, staff offices, and an outdoor deck overlooking the ocean.

THE CHALLENGE

With a growing church congregation, and spaces that were built as early as 1960, the team at South Shores Church knew that they needed to renovate and expand their property to not only welcome more people to their campus, but to also modernize the experience to create a connection with people from the moment they stepped out of their car. Musical worship was also an increasing priority for the church which contributed to their desire to enhance acoustics throughout the entire property as part of the renovation. With no audio in the outdoor spaces of the church, and a need to improve audio quality for band-style worship inside of the main sanctuary, the team at South Shores Church needed to find an audio solution with common voicing in multiple form factors for the indoor and outdoor spaces. As the team dreamt up their ultimate audio solution for the newly renovated campus, the Coronavirus pandemic quickly impacted the vision and emphasis on enhancing their outdoor space. With less people spending time inside of the main sanctuary due to new regulations, investing in evenly distributed outdoor audio would allow people to worship and enjoy the live music experience from anywhere on the grounds. With a very broad vision, and a desire for high-quality audio to elevate their campus, the team at South Shores Church turned to Sonance to bring their vision to life.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Find an audio solution with common voicing to connect with people from the moment they get out of their cars, to entering the foyer and main sanctuary
  • Best-in-class fidelity and uncompromised sonic performance in 70V/100V applications
  • Weatherproof outdoor-rated audio solution that can withstand the elements
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METHODOLOGY

Professional audio integration is more than merely filling a space with sound. It’s a tangible design element and a critical part of the space’s environment that is meant to create a mood and elevate the senses without distracting 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.

RESULT

From the parking lot, to the planters lining the entrance of the property and the rafters supporting the roof, the South Shores Church outdoor installation consists of a combination of 4.5” and 6.5” Landscape Series Satellite speakers, 12” and 15” Landscape Series Subwoofers, two omnidirectional 70V/100V OMNI-6T speakers, and a variety of Surface Mount Woofers. The weatherproof construction of the products safeguards the speakers against moisture and other outdoor elements. Sonance’s broad offering of outdoor products and form factors also allowed the South Shores team to fill varying landscapes with full range sound while retaining common voicing space to space.

In the main foyer, Sonance Professional Series In-Ceiling speakers were installed to ensure a consistent continuum of sound was had from the outdoor spaces to indoors. To control the audio, IPORT LUXE was installed in the control booth to run the dLive MixPad mixing tool software that pairs with the Allen & Heath mixing system. The ability to use an iPad as a mobile mixing unit has enabled the audio staff to keep tabs on audio performance across all zones, inside and outside, during live services. And to ensure all systems run smoothly and clearly, the SonAmp DSP 2-750 was installed to optimize performance across all speakers. The placement of speakers throughout the property provides an impactful and consistent experience to ensure people can enjoy worship services from anywhere on the property, which is particularly important today, as congregation members can social distance outdoors while enjoying the sermon and the surrounding ocean views.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT

The Sonance OMNI-6T is an omnidirectional 70V/100V/8 Ohm loudspeaker, designed to deliver 360-degree coverage in applications such as houses of worship, resort gardens, hotel pool areas, theme parks and outdoor shopping malls. The OMNI-6T features a unique 2-way design, consisting of a high-excursion 6.5” Woofer and four x 1.25” Wide Band Drivers, providing best-in-class frequency response. Sonance’s Laminated Core Transformer delivers uncompromised fidelity in 70V/100V. The textured dark brown enclosure is designed to blend into ground cover, garden beds and foliage.

OMNI-6T

  • Four x 1.25” (32mm) Wide-Band Drivers: Best-in-class midrange and treble
  • 6.5” (165mm) High Excursion Woofer: Exceptional bass response
  • Textured brown enclosure: Designed to blend into ground cover, garden beds and foliage
  • Sonance Laminated Core Technology transformer (SLCT): Full-fidelity performance in 70V/100V
  • Buriable design: Can be buried up to 8” (203mm) deep, leaving only 6” (152mm) visible above-ground
  • Weatherproof construction: Designed to handle extremes temperature, moisture and salt air

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ARTIFEX BREWING

ARTIFEX BREWING

ABOUT ARTIFEX

Nestled in the hills of San Clemente in Southern California is Artifex Brewing; a microbrewery that has become a popular hangout for locals and tourists alike. With plenty of competition in the way of bars and other breweries, the owners knew they had to do something beyond their multi-award-winning beers to stand out from the crowd. Artifex Brewing features a tap room and bar area with seating for 40, as well as a beer garden with seating for 30. Additionally, the brewery can be used for private functions. They also have food trucks several nights a week which create a “standing-room-only” capacity crowd.

THE CHALLENGE

To deliver high quality sound at high volume levels throughout all areas, while dealing with challenging acoustics (concrete floor, stainless steel tanks) and allowing clearance so as not to obstruct the brewing equipment. 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.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Full fidelity sound at very high SPL – Consistent volume levels throughout the entire premises
  • Seamless integration of sound between indoor and outdoor
  • Aesthetic that would blend in with the open-ceiling plan and pendant lighting

BEYOND EXPECTATIONS

“This was our first project with the new Sonance Professional Series, and it absolutely exceeded our expectations. Commercial integrators often accept the fact that 70 volt audio systems deliver average sound quality. Sonance Professional Series is not only aesthetically pleasing; the sound quality is on par with high-end 8 Ohm systems. We were so impressed with the outcome at Artifex, we have used the Sonance Professional Series on several projects since.”

– 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

The Artifex installation consists of 8” Pendant Speakers and Pendant Woofers in the tap room, bar area and brewery to deliver high SPL when needed and strong bass augmentation throughout the space. 8” Surface Mount Speakers were mounted on the exterior wall to provide consistent sound to the beer garden area, while the IPX4 weatherproof construction ensures reliability in outdoor applications. The consistent voicing across the entire Professional Series range ensures seamless integration of sound when moving from one area to another.

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MB STEAK

MB STEAK

ABOUT FILM ALLEY

When it comes to running restaurants, brothers Michael and David Morton are from the highest pedigree. Their father Arnie, established the chain of Morton’s Steakhouses in the ‘70’s; inspiring the brothers to put their hands to creating their own vision for the ultimate eatery, MB Steak. Situated in the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, MB Steak occupies two levels and 7,800 square feet that includes a modern 100-seat dining room, a 75-seat bar and lounge with private bar, a 60-seat private dining area, and a 75-seat garden lounge.

REQUIREMENTS

  • High fidelity sound that would never become fatiguing
  • Consistent volume levels throughout the entire premises
  • Seamless integration of sound between different areas
  • Aesthetic that would not compromise the design cues

THE CHALLENGE

With décor comprising of burnt lava wood, polished copper and succulent plants, the challenge was to provide high quality music to enhance the ambience, without compromising the design cues of the space. The Morton brothers knew that they needed to look beyond the common place brands of commercial loudspeakers, if the sound was to meet their exacting standards. That’s when they started talking with the team from TMG Systems Inc.

BEYOND EXPECTATION

“Having opened over a dozen properties between us, my brother and I had a very clear vision for MB Steak. Part of that vision was creating a total experience that people would remember and tell others about. Audio needed to be a conscious part of that experience … Not because it is loud or noticeable, but because it blends seamlessly into the environ-ment, delivering high quality sound at the perfect volume, to every seat in the house.”

 – Michael Morton Co-Founder, MB Steak.

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

The MB Steak installation consists 4” Surface Mount Speakers and 8” Surface Mount Woofers on the lower level to ensure the luxurious wooden finish of the ceiling was not compromised and to provide even balanced coverage when moving from one area to another. In the upper level bar area, the same combination of speakers and woofers were used to maintain a premium listening experience. In the adjoining upper level private dining room, 8” In-Ceiling Speakers and Woofers were hidden under a stretched acoustically transparent fabric, allowing the space to maintain the desired aesthetics, while not compromising the sound performance.

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