Chandler Theater updates its sound with JBL Pro technology

The VTX A6 speakers JBL Professional, supported by their VTX B15 subwoofers in cardioid configuration and powered by I-Tech HD amplifiers Crown Audio make up the new sound system of this Australian theater.

Built for the Commonwealth Games 1982, he chandler theater been for a long time one of the Brisbane's most versatile performing spaces (Australia). With your original speaker system reaching the end of its useful life, this enclosure, con ability to 1.500 seating, has a new sound system to manage your varied programming with high quality.

After a competitive design process, High Noon Stage Productions installed a new sound system based on the JBL Professional VTX A6 subcompact line array, with the advice of XConnect Professional Services and the support of your Australian distributor MadisonAV.

The final design of the system has three suspensions of eight JBL VTX A6 speakers, supported by another trio of VTX B15 subwoofers in cardioid configuration, fed by amplificadores Crown I-Tech HD 4x3500W, both companies Harman Professional.

The software JBL Venue Synthesis has played a key role in setting up this system, providing a accurate modeling of equipment coverage, drop heights and load distribution.

The compact format of the A6 and B15 systems was essential for maintain sight lines throughout the room, reduce the weight of the assembly and fit it seamlessly into the theater's cantilever trussing system.

This is how he explains it Glenn Thompson, de XConnect: “The VTX A6 subcompact system allowed us to keep the suspension height low enough to not block sight lines and reduce weight, while still offering the required sound pressure level. Venue Synthesis predictions turned out to be very accurate: The first suspension was installed exactly as modeled and required no adjustment.”.

After completing the update, the Chandler theater now benefits from a easy to use system which has already impressed visiting engineers and artists. “Thanks to our modern JBL speaker system, the venue can now attract new and fresh content, while maintaining its diverse programming”, states Alex Hutchison, general director of Sleeman Sports Complex, facilities in which this room is located.