Category: LEA Professional

LEA AMPS RECEIVE CONTROL4 CERTIFICATION

Post author By ContentAdmin
Post date October 31, 2024

We are excited to announce that all Connect Series amplifiers are now Control4 certified! Residential dealers and integrators can now seamlessly incorporate LEA amplifiers into comprehensive Control4 distributed audio systems. This marks a significant step forward in expanding LEA’s footprint within the high-end residential market and elevating its role in the connected home ecosystem.

Control4 Certification Details

The new drivers in the Control4 system can automatically detect all LEA amps. The integrator can then drag and drop the discovered amps into the system design, assign each output to specific rooms, and establish audio paths from any audio device within the system to the amps. Once the setup is completed, the controls for the end user (such as volume, mute, or source selection) will appear on the controllers with user-friendly names. For instance, they can name their primary finished basement space “Basement Bar” and have controls for selecting sources like Spotify, DIRECTV, and more.

A Word From LEA

“This certification truly shows LEA’s commitment to our dealers and integrators,” said Nick Mourn, Applications Engineering & Consultant Relations Manager at LEA Professional. “To create a great audio system, every piece of the puzzle needs to be outstanding. Customers can identify the Control4 certification and know that’s exactly what they’re getting.

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LEA Amps Power Niagara Falls Community

Post author By ContentAdmin
Post date October 23, 2024

Home to the iconic Niagara Falls, 5Day Productions has elevated the audio experience across three distinctive venues with LEA amplifiers. These next-level upgrades ensure powerful, crystal-clear sound, enhancing every event and performance in one of the world’s most breathtaking destinations.

THE SPEC

Venue: Niagara Falls High School, Niagara Community Church, Sēvā Kitchen and Bar

Integrator: 5Day Productions

Audio Spaces: Gymnasium, Sanctuary, & Bar/Dining Room

Product Used: Connect Series 354 (Multiple) & Connect Series Touch (1)

Niagara Community Church

Minutes away from the iconic Niagara Falls lies Niagara Community Church. The church was established in 1981 and is home to a small but thriving congregation of approximately 100 members. The high-peaked sanctuary ceiling and other hard surfaces resulted in low speech intelligibility, making it difficult for churchgoers to understand the worship service as the congregation grew. As part of a new audio system, amplifiers from LEA Professional were installed in the church to improve intelligibility and enhance worship experiences for the congregation.

The audio system comprised two DAS Audio Quantum Series Q-43-T mains with two accompanying delay speakers. A compact Q-8 subwoofer rounded out the sanctuary system, while a series of 70-volt ceiling speakers were installed in the lobby and other rooms.

Gambino installed Connect Series 354 amplifiers to power the system. The IoT-enabled 4-channel 354 provides 350 watts per channel into 2, 4, and 8 ohms, and 70Vrms and 100Vrms. It also supports Hi-Z (70V or 100V) and Lo-Z selectable by channel and features Smart Power Bridge technology. One amplifier powered the mains and delay speakers, while Gambino doubled the output on one channel on a second amplifier to power the subwoofer. He used the remaining channels to power the 70-volt ceiling speakers.

“Being able to mix and match four ohm, eight ohm, 70 volt, and 100 volt on the same amplifier is great,” said Gambino. “And my favorite fact is that you don’t lose channels when you want to do that. Top it off with cloud connectivity for remote support, and that’s why I use LEA amplifiers every chance I get.”

Sēvā Kitchen and Bar

voco The Cadence is a stylish and modern hotel in Niagara Falls, New York. Situated close to the famous Niagara Falls, it provides easy access to the natural wonder and various attractions in the area, making it a convenient base for tourists. The design of voco The Cadence combines contemporary elements with a warm and inviting ambiance. The decor features a mix of modern and classic styles, creating a unique and sophisticated environment.

Sēvā Kitchen and Bar is the culinary heart of the hotel. The name “Sēvā” is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning “selfless service,” reflecting the restaurant’s commitment to hospitality and community. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, creative cuisine, and exceptional service, the restaurant offers a unique culinary experience that blends modern flavors with a touch of local inspiration. The previously installed amplifier wasn’t meeting the restaurant’s needs, so they turned to amplifiers from LEA Professional to fulfill the performance requirements for the upscale dining experience.

Gambino installed the Connect Series 354 to power the system. Two channels drive the low-impedance main speakers, while a third channel powers a subwoofer. The fourth channel powers 70-volt outdoor speakers covering the patio dining area. A Connect Series Touch handles the source selection, volume adjustments, and mute status for the indoor and outdoor areas. The controller is PoE-powered for easy installation and allows for group control of source, volume, and mute.

“After an initial phone call with LEA Tech Support we quickly got up to speed,” said Gambino. “Once we got used to the Connect Series Touch, it was smooth sailing—and our client is thrilled with the results!

Niagara Falls High School

Niagara Falls High School is the sole high school within city limits. It has over 2,000 students in grades 9-12 and a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. The school’s main gym, affectionately nicknamed the Wolvarena after the school’s wolverine mascot, was still using the AV system that was initially installed when the school first opened in 2000. The high school was looking to replace the system due to degrading performance and wanted to improve ease of use, so they turned to the award-winning amplifiers from LEA Professional.

The challenge of the project was meeting the expectations of a simple-to-use, intuitive system that would integrate with the existing speakers. The amplifier needed a powerful DSP to ensure the speakers wouldn’t be overdriven.

Gambino successfully installed the Connect Series 354 to power the system and provide the necessary DSP. Each channel drives a low-impedance speaker hung from the high ceiling. The integrated DSP effectively eliminated the need for unnecessary equipment in the rack, ensuring the overall job cost was kept to a minimum.

“The school staff was very happy with the end result because it was exactly what they wanted: set it and forget it. The levels are set so anyone can come in and use microphones and music without any adjustments, so AV technicians are not required for most events in the Wolvarena.”

THE CONCLUSION

“Most amplifiers nowadays, you’re looking at almost the same exact price,” said Gambino. “But then LEA adds in DSP capabilities, a control system [WebUI], and remote connectivity [LEA Cloud], essentially all for free. Those are a huge benefit and a lot of the reason LEA is pretty much the only amplifier I’m installing these days.”

A special thanks to the teams at 5Day Productions, Niagara Falls High School, Niagara Community Church, and Sēvā Kitchen and Bar for choosing our amps for their installation. We’re thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate and ensure unparalleled sound quality for many years ahead.

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Lea Amps Cultural Hall Kultursalen Kipo

Post author By ContentAdmin
Post date October 9, 2024

The Kultursalen Kipo recently elevated its offerings for local artists and theatrical performances by choosing LEA’s Connect Series amps to power their brand-new cultural hall. With enhanced sound quality and performance, the venue is now equipped to host a variety of cultural events, making it a go-to spot for the community’s creative expression.

THE SPEC

Venue: Kultursalen Kipo

Integrator: Benum Norway & SIAP Acoustics

Audio Spaces: Performance and Rehearsal Halls

Product Used: Connect Series 168D (Multiple)

Kultursalen Kipo

Kultursalen Kipo is Askøy’s premier venue, designed for a wide range of events, from large concerts and performances to courses and conferences. This modern cultural hall offers seating for 339 guests and is fully equipped with state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems. With a spacious 12×8 meter stage, KIPO is ideal for hosting diverse productions. The hall also features an advanced active acoustic system that electronically adjusts reverberation length, ensuring optimal sound quality for every type of performance.

The Install

Venue staff contacted Benum Norway A/S to design the audio system for the cultural hall. Based in Oslo, Benum is one of the leading AV integrators in Norway and is well-versed in the challenges associated with performance venues like Kultursalen Kipo. “Norway has stringent acoustic requirements for performance and rehearsal halls,” explained Kyrre Fledsberg, Project Manager at Benum. “For example, the natural reverberation time of the space must be 0.9 seconds but also allow for the implementation of an audio system that could increase reverberation up to 3 seconds. LEA Professional’s technology was the ideal solution for making the audio sound amazing in the hall.”

The hall is a flat-floor auditorium in which the audience and the stage area have the same acoustic volume. There is no separate stage house or fly tower. The audience is seated in front of the stage on telescopically retractable raked platforms (amphitheater style) to provide good sight lines and strong direct sound, with seating for over 300 people. A Dante-enabled SIAP Mark V DSP drives the audio system and is acoustically adjustable to all types of performances by simply selecting the appropriate preset (theatrical performance, orchestra, choir, and more).

Benum installed multiple Connect Series 168D amplifiers to power the 48 loudspeakers mounted throughout the venue. The 8-channel CS168D provides 160 watts per channel, Dante and AES67 connectivity, and easily works together with the SIAP DSP to accommodate the specific system requirements of the cultural hall. All Connect Series amplifiers are professional-grade, support Hi-Z (70V or 100V) and Lo-Z selectable by channel, and feature Smart Power Bridge technology. With three ways to connect, the venue can engage the built-in Wi-Fi access point, connect to the Wi-Fi, or connect to the local area network via Cat5 or Cat6 cable.

THE CONCLUSION

“We are proud to see LEA Professional technology in a growing number of prestigious European installs such as the Kultursalen Kipo,” said Brian Pickowitz, VP of Marketing for LEA Professional. “Our goal is for our technology to provide users with strong connection and convenience within their audio systems, and this installation is another great union between performance and user experience.”

A special thanks to the teams at Benum Norway, SIAP Acoustics , and Kultursalen Kipo for choosing our amps for this installation. We’re thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate and ensure unparalleled sound quality for many years ahead.

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Lea Amps For Immersive Studio Secret Sound

Post author By ContentAdmin
Post date September 25, 2024

Nestled on the outskirts of Music City, Secret Sound—a cutting-edge studio designed by industry legend Chas Sandford, known for his work with icons like Tina Turner, Brooks & Dunn, and Rod Stewart—turned to LEA amplifiers when upgrading to Dolby Atmos.

THE SPEC

Venue: Secret Sound | Franklin, TN

Integrator: The Pad Group

Audio Spaces: Entire studio

Product Used: Connect Series 702D & 704D (Multiple)

Secret Sound

Chas Sandford’s Secret Sound studio is a state-of-the-art mixing and tracking environment located on 53 secluded acres in the heart of Franklin, TN.

SECRET SOUND

“In reviewing the specific requirements for our installation, LEA Professional amps checked all of the boxes perfectly,” said Sandford. “It was a breeze setting them up, we basically set them up once and forgot it. Once the system was tuned, I was floored by how great it sounded! The system performs flawlessly and sounds fabulous.”

Like many others in the music industry, Sandford’s quest to enjoy music at its highest level brought him to NAMM, where he served on a panel for Creating Your Own Atmos Studio. The panel was facilitated by Dave Malekpour, President of The PAD Group (Professional Audio Design), who used Secret Sound to explain why Dolby Atmos could benefit Sandford and how to implement it effectively. Sandford was hooked and worked with Malekpour to make it a reality using the studio’s preexisting gear, including Augspurger monitors.

“Sandford wanted to use his existing isolation rack, which had limited space available,” said Malekpour. “We chose LEA amps primarily because of the Dante connectivity and the ability to fit into one rack space with four channels of great specifications and super low noise. An added benefit was that the amplifiers themselves don’t make a lot of noise or generate a lot of heat — they were just really efficient and effective in this installation.”

Malekpour installed a combination of multiple Connect Series 702Ds and 704Ds in the studio to power the PMC speakers. Both 1U amplifiers are well-suited for installations requiring high flexibility, making them the perfect choice for Secret Sound. With 96kHz-capable Dante and AES67 connectivity options, the IoT-enabled 2-channel 702D and the 4-channel 704D provide 700 watts per channel, support Hi-Z (70V or 100V) and Lo-Z selectable by channel, and feature Smart Power Bridge technology. With three ways to connect, the studio can engage the built-in Wi-Fi access point, connect to the building’s Wi-Fi, or connect to the local area network via Cat5 or Cat6 cable.

THE CONCLUSION

“Amplifiers have a big impact on how the speakers perform, how the low end is delivered, and the naturalness of it,” said Malekpour. “And the LEA amps are a great product, literally Dante-enabled little powerhouses. I highly recommend them, and I think I’ll use them again probably every chance I get.”

A special thanks to Chas Sandford and the Pad Group for choosing our amps for thier state-of-the-art Secret Sound Studio. We’re thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate and ensure unparalleled sound quality for many years ahead.

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LEA Professional Strengthens APAC Team with Appointment of Jon Han as Business Development Manager

Post author By ContentAdmin
Post date September 2, 2024

SOUTH BEND, Indiana, September 02, 2024 — Furthering its mission to expand its worldwide footprint by giving dedicated attention and time to each region, LEA Professional announces the appointment of Jon Han as Business Development Manager for the APAC region. Han will support the sales of LEA’s renowned technology catalog, featuring industry-first advancements in intelligent IT solutions, industry-leading DSP, and smart power management.

Han brings over 18 years of experience in Pro AV solution sales to LEA. Throughout his career, he has enhanced sales through strategic strategies and brand-building for numerous companies. To effectively represent the company in the APAC region, Han will collaborate closely with Generation AV, LEA’s authorized sales partner.

“I’m thrilled to join the LEA team. It’s always a pleasure to represent a company with outstanding technology and company values,” said Han. “I’m ready to hit the ground running and work closely with the whole team at LEA and Generation AV to bring LEA to more APAC customers.”

Han will help bring LEA’s entire catalog to customers in the APAC region, including the award-winning Network Connect series of professional amplifiers and companion Dante Connect series featuring Dante and AES67 connectivity. These series enable integrators to utilize cloud-based remote control, monitoring, notifications, and more from any internet-enabled device, allowing them to stay connected anywhere in the world.

“Our goal is to bring only the best technology to our customers, and the addition of Jon to the LEA team will help to expand and further this mission,” said David McKinney, Managing Director of Generation AV. “We look forward to working together to grow our partnerships with system integrators, consultants, and customers across the region.”

LEA Professional’s smart amplifiers are the most feature-rich amplifiers available in the industry — featuring onboard 96kHz DSP, LEA Cloud connectivity, WebUI, third-party API control, real-time load monitoring, Lo-Z/70V/100V selectable by channel, smart power bridge, fault monitoring, high-efficiency power design, over 3,000 speaker tuning presets, and LEA’s advanced amplifier control software, SharkWare.

“Increasing our presence in the APAC region has always been a priority,” stated Scott Robbins, VP of Sales at LEA Professional. “Bringing Jon on board will greatly enhance our presence there and grow our customer base. It’s a great way to close out another year of strong sales growth and an expanding catalog of award-winning products.”

About LEA Professional:

Headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, LEA Professional is a manufacturer of innovative, high-quality, professional-grad amplifiers with cloud- and IoT-based technologies. It was founded to provide dealers/integrators in the professional AV market with the highest-performing, best-connected amplifier technology possible. Privately held, LEA Professional is led by industry veterans with proven capabilities on the executive, engineering and channel aspects of professional AV. The company was founded in 2019 and is organized to be a major force in professional AV. Visit leaprofessional.com to learn more and follow LEA at facebook.com/leaprofessional, twitter.com/leaprofessional, Instagram.com/lea_professional and linkedin.com/company/lea-professional.

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Lea Amps For Alachua Equestrian Center

Post author By ContentAdmin
Post date August 23, 2024

To enhance the audio experience at the Alachua Equestrian Center, JCS Systems needed a solution that could deliver both power and precision. They decided to go with LEA Connect Series amplifiers.

THE SPEC

Venue: Alachua Equestrian Center | Gainesville, Florida

Integrator: JSC Systems

Audio Spaces: Indoor and Outdoor Arena

Product Used: Connect Series 704 (multiple)

Alachua Equestrian Center

The 37-acre site’s development involved the construction of new pole-barn structures, refurbishment of a 250’ x 150’ indoor equestrian arena, and construction of a new outdoor arena. These arenas included new lighting, PA systems, bleachers, and other infrastructure elements.

THE INSTALL

To expand research opportunities and community resources, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners partnered with the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) to develop the Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center. The center was created to provide a comprehensive venue for livestock shows, agricultural fairs, equestrian events, and various community activities.

“The equestrian center wanted to make sure that speech intelligibility and audibility of the PA system was excellent in both arenas and the stables to ensure participants stayed well-informed,” said Hunt. “LEA amplifiers were my first choice to ensure the audio was exceptional.”

One of the PA system requirements involved being able to page the stables from either arena using the Crestron-controlled system, so Hunt deployed Connect Series 704 smart amplifiers for the stables and the pole-mounted loudspeakers around the arenas. The IoT-enabled 4-channel 704D provides 700 watts per channel, supports Hi-Z (70V or 100V) and Lo-Z selectable by channel, and features Smart Power Bridge technology. With three ways to connect, the equestrian center can engage the built-in Wi-Fi access point, connect to the center’s Wi-Fi, or connect to the local area network via Cat5 or Cat6 cable.

The Connect Series delivers an industry-first professional amplifier family to feature cloud connectivity, a revolutionary advancement and a significant benefit for anyone maintaining the systems. With LEA Cloud, AV teams can remotely control and monitor the amplifiers regardless of the location or time of day. Whether from within the equestrian center or offsite, controlling the Connect Series amplifiers from afar helps teams work more efficiently, reducing travel and saving time and money.

THE CONCLUSION

“LEA Professional is proud to deliver crystal-clear audio for Alachua Equestrian Center spectators and participants,” said Brian Pickowitz, VP of Marketing for LEA Professional. “Our goal is for our technology to provide integrators and users with peace of mind knowing their audio systems will outperform expectations.”

A special thanks to JSC Systems and the Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center for choosing our amps for this installation. We’re thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate and ensure unparalleled sound quality for many years ahead.

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Lea Amps For How Stanford Baptist Church

Post author By ContentAdmin
Post date August 21, 2024

Tasked with elevating the sound experience for Stanford Baptist Church nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, JCA Media turned to LEA amplifiers, ensuring unmatched audio quality and unwavering reliability for this sacred space.

THE SPEC

Venue: Stanford Baptist Church | Stanford, Kentucky

Integrator: JCA Media

Audio Spaces: Balconies & Sanctuary

Product Used: Connect Series 168 & 1504

Stanford Baptist Church

Founded in 1775, Stanford is one of the oldest settlements in the state and boasts a rich history with landmarks like the William Whitley House, the first brick house west of the Allegheny Mountains, and a key site in the early days of horse racing in Kentucky. Just off Main Street lies Stanford Baptist Church, a quiet and unassuming church with seating for more than 300 people. Although open and airy, the vaulted ceilings in the sanctuary compromised the speech intelligibility of liturgical services.

THE INSTALL

Staff at Stanford Baptist Church contacted Alex Peake, an integration specialist at JCA Media, to design a new audio system for the sanctuary. Peake recommended LEA’s Connect Series amplifiers to meet the church’s goal of high intelligibility. The Connect Series of two-, four-, and eight-channel amplifiers are the most full-featured in the industry, and their Smart Power Bridge technology made them the best choice for a venue like Stanford Baptist.

“The biggest thing that excited us about LEA amplifiers was the Smart Power Bridge function,” said Peake. “I can’t count how many times we’ve been able to save an amp channel or not have to install another amplifier because we could use Smart Power Bridge and feed a small sub rather than taking up two channels. That has been a big financial saver in projects, not having to install another amplifier but still having enough power for everything.”

The main loudspeakers are a flown left-right configuration with a Martin SXCF118 cardioid subwoofer. A unique feature of the subwoofer is that it features a forward-facing driver and a rear-facing driver and requires two amplifier channels, which is where LEA’s Smart Power Bridge comes into play. Smart Power Bridge allows an integrator to double the power on a single channel without sacrificing other amp channels.

JCA Media used the LEA Connect Series 1504 to power the main loudspeakers in the sanctuary. The IoT-enabled 4-channel 1504 provides 1500 watts per channel into 2, 4, and 8 ohms, and 70Vrms and 100Vrms. It also supports Hi-Z (70V or 100V) and Lo-Z selectable by channel and features Smart Power Bridge technology. JCA’s team doubled the output on one amplifier channel to power the front-facing subwoofer driver while another channel powered the rear-facing driver. The remaining two channels fed the left and right loudspeakers.

Two balcony delays and six wedge loudspeakers were used for the musical worship service, so JCA deployed the LEA Connect Series 168 to power them. The 168 is a 1U, 8-channel amplifier offering 160 watts per channel, which was an excellent fit for the wedges, as well as two delay speakers mounted midway along the sides of the sanctuary. JCA utilized LEA’s free SharkWare software to fine-tune the system while walking around the sanctuary.

THE CONCLUSION

The Connect Series delivers an industry-first professional amplifier family to feature cloud connectivity, so for long-term remote monitoring, JCA utilized LEA Cloud. With LEA Cloud, AV teams like JCA can remotely control and monitor the amplifiers regardless of the location or time of day, helping teams work more efficiently, reducing travel, and saving time and money.

“We’ve found that a lot of other manufacturer’s amplifiers are not the easiest to connect to,” said Peake. “I know that sounds like a small thing, but LEA proves it doesn’t have to be hard. Just pop out the access point, connect to it, and roll on. It’s so easy to get connected to their amps. Between that, the Smart Power Bridge technology, SharkWare, and LEA Cloud, they fit the bill perfectly for a lot of our installations.”

A special thanks to JCA Media for choosing our amps for this installation. We’re thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate and ensure unparalleled sound quality for many years ahead.

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Lea Amps Courtside Las Vegas Arena

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Post date July 31, 2024

To amplify the atmosphere for select fans at this Las Vegas Arena, Edge Sound Research leveraged the cutting-edge technology of Connect Series amplifiers to deliver a fully immersive audio experience.

THE SPEC

Venue: Thomas & Mack Center | Las Vegas, NV

Integrator: Edge Sound Research

Audio Spaces: Courtside Deck (Premium Seats)

Product Used: Connect Series 354 (Multiple)

The Integrator

Valtteri Salomaki and Ethan Castro, founders of EDGE Sound Research are making waves in the pro AV and pro sports worlds with their cutting-edge audio technology called Embodied Sound™. Salomaki and Castro aim to bring sound not only to the ears of their listeners but to their entire bodies.

From an early age, Castro held a special interest in audio. Born with conditions that would eventually leave him hard of hearing at a young age, he had to rely on how the audio felt instead of how it sounded and would hug his father’s loudspeakers to ensure he could feel every vibration. Now, Castro possesses a Ph.D. in digital composition, with research focused on combining hearing and feeling to create a new form of audio reproduction that everyone can experience. When he met Salomaki and shared his research, it was clear that the two were bound to create something amazing.

THE INSTALL

During games, emotions run high in the arena. The thrill of every point is felt throughout the crowd. To bring that excitement to everyone in the VIP section of this Las Vegas Arena, EDGE Sound Research needed to specify an amplifier that was as innovative and powerful as their philosophy. This made LEA Professional the perfect match.

“We take the audio from the game that gets picked up by the broadcast, and we provide it in our sections of a venue,” Salomaki said. “That way, a fan can hear and feel everything from the dribbles to the shots, the swooshes, everything that makes them feel like an actual player in the game versus a spectator. Our ultimate goal is to redefine how personalized and curated a sports experience can be.”

To ensure every guest feels like they’re on the court, EDGE Sound Research specified multiple LEA Connect Series 354 amplifiers. The 354 is a 4-channel amplifier with 350 watts per channel. As part of the Network Connect Series, the world’s first Internet of Things- (IoT) enabled professional-grade amplifiers, it is perfectly suited for installations of all sizes, making it the ideal fit for the exclusive courtside deck.

“LEA is right in that sweet spot where we have the power requirements, the channel counts, and the super-efficient architecture,” said Castro. “We no longer require a separate DSP unit or monitoring tool to determine uptime and ensure performance remotely. LEA’s excellent SharkWare and Cloud solutions give us all the control we need both on deployment and remote monitoring of all aspects of the system after we leave. The LEA Cloud takes care of that and provides us with unmatched efficiency and ease of use.”

“Before we standardized on LEA Professional’s technology, we had to use two to three different pieces of equipment that would take up an entire rack,” said Castro. “To be able to have everything in a 1U rack space was the game changer that we needed. It’s sleek, it’s easy to control, and we can do it remotely with reliability we can trust.”

THE CONCLUSION

EDGE Sound Research has integrated LEA Professional amplifiers in various exciting applications, with plans for continued collaboration. The team is centering their complete audio solution around LEA amplifiers as a core component of the tech stack. They aim to leverage even more capabilities to craft personalized audio experiences in the future.

“EDGE Sound Research is the definition of innovative. Salomaki and Castro completely reimagined the typical audio experience, and the results are outstanding,” added Scott Robbins, Vice President of Sales at LEA Professional. “Our amplifiers are a great match for the EDGE Sound Research philosophy. We share the idea that it’s never time to stop pushing the envelope and experimenting with how we can do better and reach more people in a way they’ve never heard or felt before.”

A special thanks to Edge Sound Research for choosing our amps for this incredible installation. We’re thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate with you and ensure unparalleled sound quality for many years ahead.

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LEA AMPS FOR IMMERSIVE AUDIO SONIC SPHERE

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Post date July 25, 2024

Lea Amps For Immersive Audio Sonic Sphere

To create hyperreal and deeply multisensory shared experiences, the creative team at Sonic Sphere chose LEA Professional to power the immersive journey.

THE SPEC

Venue: Sonic Sphere | New York City, NY

Integrator: In house creative team

Audio Spaces: Full Sphere

Product Used: Connect Series 354D (31)

SONIC SPHERE

The Sonic Sphere is the brainchild of Ed Cooke, a British cognitive science expert and entrepreneur, sound architect Merijn Royaards, and engineering director Nicholas Christie. Since 2021, Cooke and his team have built Sonic Spheres in France, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and the United States, including Burning Man. The sphere at The Shed in New York City is the 11th and most advanced sphere, after iterations of increasing size and technical sophistication.

The sphere costs more than $2 million and includes 1,178 steel struts, 3,500 yards of cloth, and 12 structural cables supporting the sphere from the roof. The vast, 65-foot-diameter spherical concert hall has a capacity of roughly 250 people, who sit or lie in netted areas. This revolutionary new architectural space features immersive, 3-D sound and light explorations of music by boundary-pushing artists

THE INSTALL

Sonic Sphere installed 31 Connect Series 354D amplifiers to power the immersive audio experience. With 96kHz-capable Dante and AES67 connectivity options, the IoT-enabled 4-channel 354D provides 350 watts per channel into 2, 4, and 8 ohms, and 70Vrms and 100Vrms. The CS354D includes advanced DSP with 96kHz linear phase FIR crossover filters, acoustically transparent look ahead RMS and peak limiters, and 32-bit floating-point DSP with built-in sample rate converters. It also supports Hi-Z (70V or 100V) and Lo-Z selectable by channel and features Smart Power Bridge technology.

We were amazed with the LEA Amplifiers,” said Merijn Royaards, Creative Director at Sonic Sphere. “The footprint of each amplifier was a lot smaller, they perform over and above what we were used to, and they’ve got a really helpful interface and an excellent way of tuning a system, which we were missing very much with our previous solution. And suddenly, many previously difficult or impossible things were easy for us to accomplish.”

Within the sphere, guests are surrounded by 124 meticulously arranged loudspeakers that move sound above, below, through, and around the body. Sound and light waves are sculpted into spatialized, temporal architectures. Together, they create hyperreal and deeply multisensory, shared experiences

THE CONCLUSION

Whether from within the sphere or a different continent, controlling the Connect Series amplifiers from afar helps teams work more efficiently, reducing travel and saving time and money.

Sonic Sphere really is a laboratory for the senses, where technology and art come alive,“ said Brian Pickowitz, VP of Marketing at LEA Professional. “We’re very proud to have played a role in such a transcendental experience.

A special thanks to the creative team at Sonic Sphere for choosing our amps for this incredible installation. We’re thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate with you and ensure unparalleled sound quality for many years ahead.

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Lea Amps For Jerry Richardson Stadium

Post author By ContentAdmin
Post date July 17, 2024

UNC Charlotte’s Division I FCS football team debuted in 2013 at Jerry Richardson Stadium, a venue with a base capacity of 15,000, expandable to 40,000. The need for a sound system upgrade became evident as the team prepared to join the American Athletic Conference. To elevate the crowd experience, the university turned to LEA Professional’s award-winning amplifiers.

THE SPEC

Venue: Jerry Richardson Stadium | Charlotte, North Carolina

Integrator: CV Lloyde

Audio Spaces: Fieldhouse & Back of House

Product Used: Connect Series 354D (Multiple)

THE VENUE

Jerry Richardson Stadium is home to the University of Charlotte 49ers football program, which began its inaugural season in 2013. The Football Stadium Complex encompasses the Jerry Richardson Stadium, the Judy W. Rose Football Center, McColl-Richardson Field, and two practice fields. The stadium features a 6,636 square-foot press box with media seating, a university box, and television and radio booths on the west sideline at the concourse level. The field house includes coaches’ offices, meeting rooms, locker rooms, weight and training rooms, a 1,920 square-foot Academic Center, a 2,757 square-foot tiered classroom, and a 5,947 square-foot Hospitality Deck.

THE INSTALL

The athletic staff contacted Stephen Morris, President of C.V. Lloyde AudioVisual, to help revitalize the audio system. The university wanted a more reliable and robust system that could energize the crowd with the actions down on the field.

“The old sound system was designed for a small FCS-style stadium, and UNC Charlotte needed a system that reflected the current status of their program in FBS football,” said Morris. “While top-notch sound quality was of critical importance to UNC Charlotte, they also wanted amplifiers that were reliable and easy to use, and LEA amplifiers fit the bill perfectly.”

Morris’s team installed multiple Connect Series 354D amplifiers to power the immersive audio experience in the stadium’s fieldhouse. With 96kHz-capable Dante and AES67 connectivity options, the IoT-enabled 4-channel 354D provides 350 watts per channel, supports Hi-Z (70V or 100V) and Lo-Z selectable by channel, and features two Smart Power Bridge channels. With three ways to connect, the university can engage the built-in Wi-Fi access point, connect to the stadium’s Wi-Fi, or connect to the local area network via Cat5 or Cat6 cable.

The Connect Series delivers an industry-first professional amplifier family to feature cloud connectivity, a revolutionary advancement and a significant benefit for anyone maintaining the systems. With LEA Cloud, AV teams can remotely control and monitor the amplifiers regardless of the location or time of day. Whether from within the sphere or a different continent, controlling the Connect Series amplifiers from afar helps teams work more efficiently, reducing travel and saving time and money.

THE CONCLUSION

The impact of a powerful sound system on the game-day atmosphere at Jerry Richardson Stadium has not gone unnoticed. Matt Messina, Associate Athletic Director for Broadcast, Video, and Technology at UNC Charlotte, shared his enthusiasm, stating:

“The new sound system is great—it really gets our crowd going. It’s great to see the excitement when we play that intro video, and the fact that the stadium sound system can now get those fans engaged and get them hyped for a game in the stadium is very gratifying to us.”

A special thanks to the teams at UNC Charlotte and C.V. Lloyde AudioVisual for choosing our amps for this incredible installation. We’re thrilled at the opportunity to collaborate with you and ensure unparalleled sound quality for many years ahead.

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