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Dedicated to providing expansive technology offerings to customers worldwide, LEA Professional has announced substantial updates to its popular LEA Cloud platform, a part of LEA Professionals’ extensive technology catalog, featuring intelligent IT solutions, industry-leading DSP, and smart power management. The new cloud-specific features will expand capabilities for all LEA Cloud users.
LEA Cloud provides remote monitoring and control for LEA amplifiers and gives system integrators robust, reliable, and secure monitoring and control capabilities. Now, LEA Cloud users will be able to perform over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates, ensuring all installations are kept up to date with the latest firmware. Status information will be even easier to monitor through the new dashboard view, which allows users to see the health of all their LEA installations on a single screen.
Additionally, LEA Cloud now supports event and fault notifications via text or email alerts, allowing integrators to be notified of system alerts immediately. These notifications allow for proactive communication and system maintenance so that issues can be addressed promptly, often before end users are even aware a problem occurred — and it provides an additional service that integrators can add to their recurring revenue models.
“LEA Professional leads the pro audio industry in cloud-based technology, and we will continue to do so by regularly adding features to the LEA Cloud that benefit all of our customers worldwide,” said Brian Pickowitz, Vice President of Marketing at LEA Professional. “Our latest platform enhancements provide integrators with more ways to proactively support their customers, adding a layer of support none of our competitors can match.”
INDONESIA: In partnership with its Indonesian distributor, Goshen Swara Indonesia, Generation AV presented LEA Professional to an invited audience in Jakarta.
Generation AV MD David McKinney and business development engineer Joseph Jeremiah provided an overview of the Connect Series amplifiers. Highlighting the many features including AP, Wi-Fi and wired connectivity, the duo also explained the inherent 96kHz DSP technology. Dante connectivity in addition to combined control and network management was practically demonstrated.
Emphasising why “the whole is greater than the sum of the parts”, McKinney described the US brand as a technology provider rather than a company that produces amplifiers. “The Connect Series was designed with the systems integrator in mind to make their lives easier.”
Other benefits were also demonstrated, including IT and Smart Power advantages. With 12 API drivers currently available, the Connect and Dante Connect Series offer full redundancy in addition to LEA Cloud and web UI connectivity for free remote-control management.
Suitably enlightened, the assembled gathering of 50+ dealers, systems integrators and consultants participated in a lively Q&A session at the conclusion of the presentation.
Check out the original article published in Pro AVL Asia: https://lnkd.in/gKskaxdk
We are pleased to announce the Connect Series Half-Rack has won in this year’s Best of Show awards at ISE 2024 in the Sound & Video Contractor category. 
The awards recognize the very best products and solutions on display at ISE 2024, with hundreds of products and solutions considered. Factors taken into account include: how diverse and comprehensive our product’s features are, how easy it is to use and integrate with other products, and how innovative and unique it is within the market.
These smaller form factor, Half-Rack smart amplifiers deliver one of the most feature-rich experiences available in the industry — featuring onboard DSP, WebUI, Cloud Connectivity, third-party API control, and more.
Each of the new Half-Rack models (CS34, CS64, CS124, CS34D, CS64D, and CS124D) are built with fully-routable analog inputs, 4 amplifier channels with Low-Z, 70V, or 100V selectable by channel and the D units include Dante and AES67 connectivity. All models also boast three different ways of network connection: using the built-in Wi-Fi Access Point, connecting to an existing Wi-Fi network, or using a Local Area Network Ethernet connection.
The Half-Rack models join LEA Professionals’ extensive technology catalog, featuring smart power, industry-leading DSP, and intelligible IT solutions. These offerings and more equate to The LEA Advantage. Always resolute in this approach, while prioritizing exceptional customer service, based on intrinsic company values.
“With the significant adoption rate of Connect Series amplifiers, commercial, corporate, marine and residential integrators wanted a product that delivered the same punch, while taking up less space,” said Brian Pickowitz, Vice President of Marketing at LEA Professional. “Our half-rack solutions can be installed anywhere and are perfectly suited for small to medium-scale installations.”
Check out the original article published in LEA Professional: https://leaprofessional.com/
LEA Amps For Coffee Shop Chain | Barista Parlor
When Barista Parlor needed an audio system to match its unique method of entertainment — a record player — they chose LEA Professional to carry the tune. 
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LEA Amps For Coffee Shop Chain | Barista Parlor
Venue: Barista Parlor | Indiana & Tennessee Locations
Integrators: Hazelwood Laboratories
Audio Spaces: Dining Areas
Product Used: Connect Series 702 (2) One Each Location, Connect Series 354 (2) One Each Location
The Stutz is a world-renowned, reimagined factory that originally served as the headquarters for luxury car manufacturer, Stutz. Always favorable to the finest designs, The Stutz has become an adaptive reuse home for makers, artists, and small businesses, where all can embody the Stutz Motor Company’s legacy of hard work, artistry, and innovation.
Hazelwood turned to LEA Professional for the audio technology that fits the unique set of needs of Barista Parlor. Since Hazelwood performs lots of custom work, he looked for a solution that was flexible and that he could adapt to his own specific needs. LEA Professional has an open API where he could develop equipment around its platform, allowing Hazelwood to build a system that perfectly fits his and Barista Parlor’s needs.
“I worked with the LEA team directly, and they were extremely accommodating in answering my questions about development,” said Hazelwood. “They were just really supportive throughout the process, and I found LEA’s products to be amazing and effortless to use but still flexible for my needs. The adaptability truly pushes the LEA amplifiers ahead. No matter how specific my needs are, I know they’ll live up to the task.”
Hazelwood specified the Network Connect Series 702 and worked with the LEA Cloud to deliver impeccable quality that can be controlled from near or far. The CS702 is a 2-channel amplifier with 700 watts per channel. As part of the Connect Series, the world’s first Internet of Things- (IoT) enabled professional-grade amplifiers, the CS702 features the flexibility and power needed for this installation.
“The LEA Cloud service is a huge benefit to me and Barista Parlor. The fact that I can log in from here in Nashville and troubleshoot issues or make adjustments for them if they need, it’s game-changing,” said Hazelwood. “There’s very little that we can’t access remotely, and it saves our customer money in the long run because we don’t have to dispatch the local technician, or we don’t have to drive up there.”
Hazelwood has specified LEA Professional amplifiers in four Barista Parlor installations, including the CS702 in Indianapolis and Sylvan Supply in Nashville, as well as the CS354 in Hillsboro Village in Nashville and 500W in Louisville. The adaptability and accessibility of LEA Professional amplifiers have led Hazelwood to standardize on them in these past installations, with plans to continue using them in future projects.
“Barista Parlor is a wonderfully unique coffee chain that requires a sound system just as special. Our amplifiers allow each store to customize their audio experience however they need to, ensuring every song is heard beautifully from those record players,” said Scott Robins, VP of Sales at LEA Professional. “This installation reflects our goal to provide the perfect audio system for every customer, no matter their needs, and we hope every Barista Parlor customer enjoys how perfectly the music will pair with their cup of coffee.”
A special thanks to the teams at Hazelwood Laboratories and Barista Parlor for choosing our amps for this installation. We look forward to delivering top-notch sound quality for years to come.
LEA Amps For Luxurious Hotel | W Hoboken
When the sound system at the W Hoboken started to show its age and experience failures, it was time for an upgrade. Enter LEA Professional, the solution to bring this architectural gem back to life. 
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LEA Amps For Luxurious Hotel | W Hoboken
Venue: W Hotel I Hoboken, New Jersey
Integrator: Busy Puppy Productions & Essential Communications
Audio Spaces: Audio Spaces: Hotel Ballrooms, Meeting Rooms, Common Areas, Hallways
Product Used: LEA Connect Series 704D, LEA Connect Series 168D
Perched on the Hoboken, New Jersey waterfront, the W Hotel offers stunning views of the New York City skyline across the Hudson River. Built in the early 2000s, the pet-friendly hotel is steps away from the Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) and New York Waterway Ferry, enabling easy access to Manhattan.
Hotel staff contracted Ron Lorman of Busy Puppy Productions, as an audio consultant, to design a robust audio distribution system for the hotel’s common areas and meeting rooms. Lorman specified LEA Professional amplifiers based on a recommendation from Doug Asher of Essential Communications. To minimize disruptions to guests and staff, the existing loudspeakers would remain in place for the foreseeable future.
“We discovered the existing loudspeakers were low impedance speakers; some were wired in series and other sets in series-parallel,” said Asher. “They were running at less than two ohms because they had so many eight ohms speakers on a line. That can tax normal amplifiers quite a bit, leading to burnout. Lorman re-designed the wiring schemes to achieve more balanced operational loads. We felt that the LEA amplifiers were the best solution because we knew they could handle a two-ohm load and operated at very reasonable temperatures. Add in all the other advanced features like the web interface, ease of setup, and control of the amplifiers, and it was a no-brainer.”
Asher’s team decided to use an LEA Connect Series 704D to power the loudspeakers in the Ballroom. The 704 is a Dante-enabled 4-channel amplifier with 700 watts per channel, perfectly suited for small to medium-scale installations. The 704 supports high-Z (70V or 100V) and low-Z selectable by channel, giving the hotel excess capabilities for possible future expansion.
For the meeting rooms and remaining common areas and hallways, several LEA Connect Series 168D amplifiers were installed to run the remaining speaker lines. The larger ballroom is divisible, so care had to be taken to set the zones up properly, given the possible various room combinations. The 168D is a Dante-enabled 8-channel amplifier offering 160 watts per channel, which was an excellent fit for the common areas, hallways, and meeting rooms. Like the 704D, the 168D also supports high-Z (70V or 100V) and low-Z selectable by channel.
While all the loudspeaker processing happens in the LEA amplifiers via the built-in DSP, hotel staff wanted complete control of background audio throughout the building. Essential Communications deployed a Symetrix DSP in the rack room to control the system. Control pages were created in the Symetrix software that could be accessed via a web browser. Hotel management was provided with two iPads — one for the common areas and the other for the meeting rooms — that allow staff to manage all the zones, select the music, and control volume levels.
The hotel staff was so happy with the upgrade that Lorman and Essential Communications were commissioned to retrofit the restaurant as well, again with LEA amplification. Additionally, plans are being implemented to upgrade the audio systems in the former nightclub, which is now the hotel’s premier event space with Manhattan skyline views, using LEA Professional amplifiers.
“Commissioning the LEA amplifiers was flawless,” said Asher. “We test everything in our shop before it gets to a client site. All we did on-site was make sure we connected the more than 60 speaker runs to the right amplifiers. Everything worked when we turned on the system and started walking around the hotel, checking all the controls and the zones. Everything came up the first time; the music was playing, and it was playing in the correct zones. Everyone was really pleased about the transition from the old to the new system and how smoothly it went.”
A special thanks to the teams at Busy Puppy Productions and Essential Communications for choosing our amps for this installation. We look forward to delivering top-notch sound quality for years to come.
In the heart of Kuala Lumpur lies a new community and cultural hub, REXKL. In part of their mission to rejuvenate the theatre, they ultimately decided to go with LEA Professional to help create immersive experiences.
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Venue: REXKL | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Integrator: Acoustic & Lighting System
Audio Spaces: REXPERIENCE Center
The two-story, 60,000-square-foot building features retail shops and restaurants in the basement and a picturesque bookstore and exhibition space on the upper floor. Shin Tseng and Shin Chang, the creative entrepreneurs who helped reimagine the Rex, wanted the new space to be a unique, immersive performance venue. Featuring the original theater’s brick and exposed structure, it is now a modern, industrial marvel that hosts performers and exhibitors. With a desire for the space to captivate guests with vivid visuals and audio for the reopening and reinvention.
The venue management team’s broad vision for immersive exhibitions meant the new RXP AV system needed to be flexible enough to meet the most demanding, highest-quality audio needs for immersive musical and visual performances, plus more basic productions, including corporate events and DJ shows. “The multidimensional nature of the events held in the RXP venue meant we needed to recommend a system that we could scale and adapt as needed,” said Eugene Yeo, Owner of Acoustic & Lighting System. “We’ve had a lot of success with LEA products and felt they were a perfect fit for RXP because they could provide the power, performance, and reliability needed.”
Set in a former movie theater, RXP reimagines the legacy of the Rex cinema space by bringing in a new, cutting-edge digital art experience. As the first immersive venue in Malaysia, the venue team wanted to get the details right and spent over a year planning, working with the participating visual artists, and designing the spatial audio tracks. The immersive environment includes 18 projectors mapping visual elements on the walls and floor, while the spatial audio design required that the venue be fully modeled in 3D.
Eighteen compact two-way loudspeakers, backed by four subwoofers, are strategically located throughout the RXP to provide the spatial audio listening experience. To help meet the range of audio needs, Acoustic & Lighting chose a combination of two of LEA Professional’s Connect Series 1504D and five Connect Series 704D for the digital art experience. The 1504Ds power the subwoofers, while the 704Ds support the two-way loudspeakers. Both models include 96 kHz-capable Dante and AES67 connectivity options.
The REXKL team recognized the invaluable advantages of leveraging the LEA Cloud for this installation. Whether operating within the confines of REXKL or remotely from another continent, the ability to control the Connect Series amplifiers from a distance will significantly enhance the team’s efficiency. This not only minimizes the need for extensive travel but also results in substantial time and cost savings.
The REXKL has become a destination point for locals and a must-see spot for tourists. It’s also a state-of-the-art performance center delivering the highest quality audio performance for every event. “Since opening, the “Other World” immersive experience in the RXP has really put the audio system to the test,” said Brian Pickowitz, VP of Marketing at LEA Professional. “Creating an art exhibition that sparks discovery and inspiration among art lovers and bringing the venue back to life in such a unique way is incredibly meaningful and one we were proud to be part of.”
We would like to thank the teams at REXKL and Acoustic & Lighting System for choosing our amps for this installation and we hope to provide quality sound for many years to come.
Attention Connect Series users! There is a new firmware update exclusively tailored for our high-powered 1504 & 1504D models.
If you currently have a 1504 and/or 1504D this is the file you will need to download for your amplifier.
Firmware for 1504 and 1504D
To create San Diego’s only urban oasis, InsideOut required an updated audio system that would combine an immersive environment while also being conscious of the apartment complex’s residents. They ultimately decided LEA Professional was the perfect fit.
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Venue: Inside Out | San Diego, California
Integrator: R Tech Productions
Audio Spaces: Main dining and outdoor atrium
Product Used: CONNECTSERIES 354N (3)
Created in 2018, InsideOUT is situated in Hillcrest’s eye-catching Eitol Towers and adjoined by the Harvey Hillcrest apartments. The restaurant strives to create a casual, elegant ambiance, known for its elevated pop-up installations for guests to immerse themselves and relax in its modern oasis. The venue includes a main dining room that leads to an outdoor open-air atrium with walkways, seating nooks, and a striking water feature for guests to enjoy. The menu, curated by Executive Chef Johnny Duran, is updated seasonally to reflect his creative approach to California-Mediterranean-inspired fare, using the freshest ingredients provided by local purveyors.
InsideOUT engaged Ramiro Valenzuela, Founder of R-Tech Productions, and his team to provide an audio solution that fit the multi-format venue. R-Tech Productions combined the smart technology of LEA Professional’s Connect Series 354 to create an immersive environment for patrons.
“I had a walkthrough with the InsideOUT team, and it was clear the original audio system had not been well-maintained. They were looking for a reliable sound design that wasn’t overpowering to the guest’s experience but also allowed for adjustments for different areas inside the restaurant,” Valenzuela shared. “I knew LEA Professional would be a great fit for this project as the technology allows you to easily install amplifiers in the correct profile and then adjust them accordingly with no other hands touching it.”
LEA Professional’s Connect Series 354 was installed to handle several banks of ceiling loudspeakers. The amplifier’s smart capabilities can delay the audio or adjust the volume by channel.
CS354
“InsideOUT is a great example of how flexible LEA Professional’s technology is,” added Scott Robbins, Vice President of Sales at LEA Professional. “Harnessing our revolutionary cloud capabilities and combining it with Pioneer PRO AUDIO’s superior loudspeaker technology was the perfect combination for this multi-format venue. We are confident that this new system will provide an immersive experience for InsideOUT’s guests.”
We would like to thank everyone at Inside Out and R Tech Productions for choosing LEA on this killer install and we hope to provide quality sound at Inside Out for many years to come.
In preparing to launch DIOSA , foodpreneur Jose Castro recognized the importance of an exquisite atmosphere, including an impeccable audio system. They ultimately selected LEA Professional to perfectly complement the restaurant’s elegance.
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Embodying earthly elements throughout its signature cocktails and Latin-American-inspired menu, DIOSA’s guests are immediately transported from the restaurant in Downey, California, to the heart of Mexico. To create a fully immersive audio environment across the restaurant’s sixteen zones, including a massive bar, main dining area, stunning patio, and gorgeous restrooms, the Pearl West Restaurant Group leadership recognized the importance of deploying technology to ensure vibrancy and cross-functionality.
To set the ambiance for each zone, DIOSA needed amplifiers that would supply reliable and sustainable connections. The Pearl West Restaurant Group contacted manufacturer’s reps Geer Tech to provide an audio system compatible with its high-energy needs that would provide flexibility throughout the venue. After a tour of the Geer Tech Experience Center in Huntington Beach, Pearl West decided that LEA Professional’s technology would be an exemplary fit for DIOSA’s audio needs. After being connected with local integrator Gridworks, the final pieces were put into place for DIOSA’s grand opening.
Account Manager at Geer Tech, Kenny Miller, was responsible for the installation. “The Pearl West Restaurant Group was looking for a system that would produce granularity and control,” Miller explained. “LEA Professional’s technology was the ideal solution, as it had both remote controllability and the capacity to adjust different sound settings. Everything this project required was built into this one LEA Professional package.”
Gridworks deployed the LEA Connect Series 354 and the LEA Connect Series 704. The CS354 is a 4-channel amplifier with 350 watts per channel and powers the ceiling and exterior loudspeakers. The CS354 supports HiZ (70V or 100V) or LoZ selectable by channel, which was perfect for DIOSA since they wanted to use a mix of low- and high-impedance loudspeakers.
The Pearl West Restaurant Group wanted the ability to monitor and control the restaurant’s amplifiers remotely, so the security and functionality of the remote connection were essential. SharkWare, LEA Professional’s advanced amplifier control software, was installed to facilitate remote connectivity and onsite commissioning. SharkWare works to monitor the status of connected amplifiers and allows users to adjust several system settings from anywhere. In addition to SharkWare, DIOSA is also utilizing the magic of the LEA Cloud to control their amplifiers and solve connectivity issues.
“We couldn’t be happier with our sound system,” Jorge Castro shared. “Given the Pearl West Restaurant Group is based in Southern Washington, and DIOSA is in California, we needed an audio system that could be controlled virtually. We were completely blown away by the system’s versatility and remote control access. LEA Professional’s integration between its amplifiers and cloud technology makes working between restaurants seamless.”
Since the doors opened for DIOSA, the LEA Professional sound system put in place has worked flawlessly. As the Pearl West Restaurant Group looks to expand its establishments, it plans to integrate LEA Professional amplifiers and software moving forward.
We would like to thank everyone at Geer Tech and Gridworks for choosing our amps on this killer install and we hope to provide quality sound at Diosa for many years to come.
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