One of our favorite newer projects is the audio system we installed at the new Idaba Spa at Innisbrook Golf Resort. As you walk into the beautifully manicured grounds, set amongst the landscaping are several SoundTube outdoor speakers. Peaceful music emanates from these speakers setting a relaxing tone as the client walks from the parking area towards the main entrance.
This was a very interesting project we took from the planning stages, to ground breaking and then eventually to completion. The Citrus County Arts League center is essentially a performing arts center.
At the heart of the design is a sound reinforcement system that has to work well with the very wide and relatively shallow audience area. Included along with the main systems design are several other sub systems throughout the theater.
The main sound system uses a cluster of three EV SX500 speakers aimed directly towards specific areas of the audience. This is done to make sure you can hear equally well from all seats in the venue. Above the audience there is a dual 18" subwoofer hung from the ceiling to provide some extra punch for the low frequencies when it is required. Amplification power is provided by QSC's CX series of amplifiers. Each speakers signal passes though EV's speaker processor before being amplified to make sure the EQ is just right for the room.
In addition to the main speakers there is a 70v distributed audio system out in the lobby and the restrooms. This 70v background music system entertains the audience during intermission and also can notify the audience when the show is about to start up again. We incorporated Telex's Sound-Mate assisted listening system to help performers be heard by audience members with hearing difficulty. The system consists of a transmitter placed out in the audience area that broadcasts to a receiver. This receiver is worn by an individual that wants to use the assisted listening system. Each receiver has a set of ear buds that connect from the receiver to the listeners ear with an adjustable volume control. With the assisted listening system everyone can enjoy the show even if they normally have trouble hearing in these situations.
There is also a sound and video communication system with which the sound booth can communicate to cast members in the dressing room. With this system they can notify the cast when to get ready to go on stage. We put video monitors in each of the dressing room so that in addition to hearing the performance the cast can see it as well.
In addition there is also another communication system for the sound booth down to the stage hands. This Telex communication system is wired to locations at the stage so the stage hands can communicate with the sound booth and not interrupt the show.
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We just finished a major renovation for the DoubleTree Hotel in the Westshore area of Tampa. The goal was to replace the worn out and dated room combining/sound system with something newer.