Inside the Audio Setup: PRG Gear’s L-Acoustics Expertise in Action
PRG Gear recently provided gear for a multi-day conference in Nashville, utilizing L-Acoustics audio. Our extensive range of AV equipment—including audio, video, projection, lighting, and LED—ensured the event was a stunning success. In addition to the gear provided, PRG’s Jason Brace was on-site as a systems engineer, to help with the complexities of the L-Acoustics sound system used throughout the event.
The event consisted of three rooms hosting panels and talks with one large general session. Jason helped with audio in all rooms, primarily focusing on the general session.
L-Acoustics Audio Setup for General Session
The front of house setup consisted of two smaller L-Acoustics X8s, two hanging stacks of Kara IIs, LA7.16is, LA8 amps and six KS21 subwoofers. A few L2s and L2Ds provided long-throw for the majority of the seating and 108p speakers were used as delay units to ensure the audio could reach the back of the ballroom. Everything was run on a Yamaha CL5 console and MacBooks with QLab were used for triggering intros, walk-ons, and pre-show announcements.
Due to the reflective ballroom carpet, the team adjusted the room setup to accommodate the sound system. Jason performed an SPL (Sound Pressure Level) analysis via L-Acoustics predictive software called Soundvision. This process ensured that the audio levels and frequency were in-tune and in sync for the performance.
They achieved quality audio throw, reaching up to 120 feet with lavalier microphones – Shure WL 184 cardioid lavaliers with Shure Axient digital AD1 transmitters. This setup epitomizes the signature L-Acoustics audio.
Lighting, Video, Projection & More
The event featured standard AV gear, focusing on solid, reliable equipment rather than high-end setups. For lighting, there were a variety of LED Lekos. Video setup included 20K laser projectors with 11 by 20 screens and newer Panasonic switchers.
Having Jason Brace on-site was invaluable for the L-Acoustics setup. As this is a relatively new system, Jason’s extensive audio experience and L-Acoustics certification ensured flawless audio throughout the event.
