All About AUDIO
DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR? If eyes are the window to the soul, the ears are the tunnel to the heart… Sound systems are simply a medium for a message to travel through. A sound system can carry words of inspiration or songs that connect people. When a sound system is designed and installed properly, that message can be communicated without fear of it being lost behind feedback squeals, static radio interference, dead spots in the room, or any other issues that we've all experienced. Our goal is to make sure that everyone who hears your sound system is able to fully absorb the feelings and the message being delivered without anything to distract them, and audio plays a huge roll in that.
PLAY IT BY EAR? NOT A CHANCE...
One of the biggest complaints we hear about sound systems is that there is uneven coverage. We agree; this is a huge issue! Worry not! We can create a realistic model and simulation of what the acoustics and audio dispersion will look like in your space; you get to see what you’re going to hear before the installation even takes place. We make sure that the difference in volume, from the first row to the last, is as minimal as possible. This ensures that there will be smooth, even, and consistent coverage throughout the auditorium so that everyone will experience the same level of quality audio, no matter where they’re sitting.
WE TUNE A ROOM LIKE A MUSICIAN TUNES A GUITAR
Our team understands the importance of properly setting up the equipment so that it is both user-friendly and technically robust. Tuning the audio system is a major component of our final preparations. It is a delicate balance of artistry and engineering to create the proper voice of your system. In order to achieve this balance, we work closely with your staff and volunteers in conjunction with a precise measurement software to make sure your system sounds and feels right.
YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO SEE THE SOUND, BUT YOU CAN DEFINITELY SEE THE SPEAKERS...
Nobody wants to have a speaker blocking their view; and we don’t want that either. In addition to this, nobody wants to see a screen with the looming shadow of the speaker on it. We keep all of this in mind when it comes to the physical placement of the audio elements of an AVL system. Our main goal in designing an AVL system is to create an environment where the technology disappears, and the message rings true.
BATTLE ROYAL: MONO vs STEREO
We get asked all the time, “Do I need a stereo audio system?” The answer is different every time. Some people are also unaware of the differences between a mono and a stereo system. In basic terms, a mono system sends a single mixed audio signal to all speakers. A stereo system has two different final audio signals, one for the left speakers and one for the right. A stereo system allows for a wider and more interesting soundscape as you can pan sounds between the left and right side of the stage. Whether mono or stereo, this is just another way for us to ensure that every single seat gets the same great audio experience.
