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Saturday, July 05, 2008

Jack of all Acoustics

Since the invention of amplified sound, the focus on proper acoustics and the race to improve the listening experience has taken audio professionals through myriad solutions. As audio technology evolved, more complex applications emerged. Eventually architects and acousticians joined in to help achieve the goal of good sound at every seat. Then, as if to complicate matters, purpose-built venues gave way to multipurpose facilities that served varying acoustical needs.

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Installations

Friends in Low Places

CHALLENGE: Install a distance conferencing system in a tiered, diamond-shaped, basement-level hotel conference room. SOLUTION: Use custom-mounted in-ceiling subwoofers, wide-dispersion loudspeakers, and echo-acoustic cancellation for crisp audio, plus incorporate a three-point video design for easy visibility.

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Products

Bright Idea: Out of Sight

Residential gear isn't just for high-end homes, as many installers know. Itcan add punch to a restaurant lounge or comfort to a hotel suite. In the caseof Waterfall Audio's Iguasçu EVO and Victoria EVO (shown), it addscreative design and style.

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