The Technomad installations, at Saint Martin's University of Lacey, Washington and Kalama High School of Kamala, Washington, provide substantial athletic sound system upgrades on the campuses indoors as well as outdoors.
"The reliability and durability of Technomad loudspeakers outdoors is renowned because of their weatherproof design, and the voice projection and musical quality is also very much appreciated in this industry," said Mark Abbott, Founder of AVX Northwest.
"That audio quality and reliability translates phenomenally indoors, especially in gymnasiums for live sports, concerts and other events. Indoors, we typically hang the loudspeakers on ceiling rafters and direct the loudspeakers so that there is an even pattern coverage across 360 degrees. The handoff from one loudspeaker to the next is virtually unnoticeable."
Technomad Turnkey PA Systems typically include between two and four Technomad weatherproof loudspeakers, a 6RU signal processing rack featuring an amplifier, mixer and CD player, a dynamic microphone, and all associated cables and connectors to form a complete PA solution. Both campuses received Technomad Turnkey PA systems for various outdoor and indoor venues. Saint Martin's University is sharing the signal processing rack between three venues, transporting it between a baseball field and fast-pitch softball field.
Abbott installed seven Technomad Paris 616 loudspeakers between the two fields: four for baseball, and three for fast-pitch softball. He installed the loudspeakers behind the backstops and along the first and third base lines to ensure clear coverage to all areas. Technomad's new loudspeaker yokes were used to hang and support the loudspeakers, providing plenty of flexibility to shield the loudspeakers from line drives and position them for the best possible audio directivity. Abbott ran wiring to a lockable, vandal-proof box by the scorekeeping booth, where an operator can plug in and turn on the system for immediate operation.
Kalama High School purchased two fixed Turnkey PA systems for its multi-purpose outdoor stadium and gymnasium, where basketball and volleyball games and school concerts are held.
Abbott added that the weatherproof aspect is highly important to withstand the consistent rain and dampness of the Pacific Northwest region, and the occasional weather-related curve ball. "This winter, we have had record amounts of snowfall," he said. "To have a loudspeaker I don't have to worry about out in the elements says it all.
"But the simplicity of this Turnkey PA System is that Technomad has done all the work," added Abbott. "They wire the amplifier, mixer and take care of all the cabling in advance. Everything is self-contained and it is an excellent system for schools and colleges that are on a limited budget but want the versatility that comes with being on the go and supporting multiple events."
(Claire Beeson)
