The I-Tech amplifiers power a 16-element JBL Professional Vertec VT 4888 system, with eight I-T4000s on the highs and mids, eight I-T6000s on the lows and two I-T6000s power the subwoofers. Three I-Tech 4000s are used for front fill and onstage monitor speakers.
Ferrin says she understands the potential challenges of a touring production, hence her choice of Crown I-Tech amplifiers. Ferrin explained: "The amplifier design is incredibly intelligent, and the built-in processing allows me to eliminate other processing gear that can take up a lot of extra space. The 2U chassis and the lightweight design is a huge plus for me since I will have only three amplifier racks for the entire show that two people can easily move. The IQwic software is very user friendly and can monitor everything about the system. A custom home page can be set up to accommodate the displays that you need and you have direct control right at your fingertips."
Loren Robinson and everyone at Crown was instrumental in making this happen, helping us put this system together," added Ferrin. "I had had the rig out on three musical productions before the opening at La Mirada, and I was immediately amazed with the system's capabilities. I know that I made the right choice."
(Lee Baldock)
