With four stages on site, OneBigStar was able to draw on the full range of Electro-Voice's line array and point-source reinforcement options, using EV speaker processing with every system.
For the main stage, which hosted the headlining tribute acts, the system used XLC cabinets, flown 12 a side, with X-Subs, and powered by EV Tour Grade amplifiers. Under the big top tent which housed the second stage, mainly used by new acts, the system featured a combination of EV's XLE line array with QRX cabinets, powered by EV's CP amplifiers.
Two smaller stages were in action in the marquees - proving popular on the festival's second day when the rain arrived. The first, sponsored by local community organisation Charnwood Arts, used EV's Phoenix system, with the multi-purpose Tour X PA loudspeakers and stage monitors taking on allcomers in the Campsite Bar.
Sean Maxwell of Shuttlesound appraised the weekend event as "a singular opportunity to show the breadth and depth of Electro-Voice's product offering for the multi-stage event. Not only did we have the correct loudspeaker and amplifier match for these four very different stages, but we had a variety of EV microphones in performers' hands as well. OneBigStar, and particularly front-of-house engineer for the main stage Neal Allen, were pleased to have an easy life, just dealing with one supplier and enjoying the benefits of through-the-range compatibility and integration."
(Jim Evans)
