Production time is always short on these shows, so getting the rig up and running quickly is absolutely vital. SSE’s Chris Beale says: "We chose VerTec because it’s the lightest, fastest, easiest-to-rig line array system currently available. It sounds fine, is very economical on truck space - and totally fitted the bill."
He adds: "We’re looking forward to using the VerTec on the Capital shows and for many other applications and clients in the future. We’re also very pleased and impressed with the technical support from the JBL Professional team in California."
Birmingham-based SSE specifically chose VerTec because they wanted a line array system to work in conjunction with their TeePee three-legged, free-standing ground support system. The TeePee system is a fast-erect design, which can be rigged quickly and easily by three people without using any motors. It can support up to one tonne of weight.
One of the many assets of the VerTec system is its very light weight - just 72kg - but still containing nine components, and offering excellent sound quality. Arbiter is also supplying frames and mounting gear for the VerTec, which has a quick and simple proprietary flying/arraying system.
(Lee Baldock)
