May and Ellis were playing in support of the Born Free Foundation, which works to prevent individual animal suffering, protect threatened species and keep wildlife in the wild.
Sound at the event came from an HK Audio Linear 5 Big Venue Pack, supplied by Hertfordshire-based entertainment and production firm Mr H Productions.
The Linear 5 Big Venue Pack contains four LSUB2000A active 2x12" subs, two L5115FA Mid/Hi active cabinets and four L5112XA multi functional active cabinets configured as stage monitors. The Front of House system delivers approximately 6.8kw, which was more than loud enough for May and Ellis' six song set.
The pair played classics like Born Free and Knockin' On Heaven's Door, as well as a version of Queen's Crazy Little Thing Called Love, to a large group of fans and supporters of the Born Free cause.
Karl Bates, JHS's Pro Audio sales manager (south), said, "With it being a high profile gig, it was important that the sound was clear and defined. The Linear 5 system handled the challenging acoustics of the large international train station without a problem."
Mr H Productions' Andy Harvey said, "We are no stranger to HK cabinets - we have been using HK Audio Actor systems for a number of years. We favour active cabinets because we don't have to worry about trucking racks of amplifiers and processors. This means quicker preparation and setup times."
Harvey continued, "We were looking to increase our rental stock, so the new Linear 5 seemed like the right choice. With HK Audio's five-year warranty, its versatility, smooth response, and a sound that our clients love, it was an easy choice."
(Jim Evans)
