The traditional sound of the carillon have returned to Namur in Belgium, where a loudspeaker system has been installed on the roof of the City Hall. Designed and installed by audio specialists Live 4 Life, the install is the result of a project initiated by the Alderman and Officers of Namur to entertain visitors and ‘reclaim the city’s historical traditions’.

Four Community RSH-462 loudspeakers broadcast short extracts from ‘Li Bia Bouquet’, the anthem of Namur played on the vcarillion's bells. The schedule of play is phased throughout the week to play longer on such days as market day, and less on Sundays when it could disturb the residents.

An InOut RePlay R-01E is used for content and scheduling, while digital processing and loudspeaker management is provided by a Community dSPEC226. The high-power Focussed Array RSH-462 loudspeakers are driven by two t&mSystems SP1600 700W amplifiers.

‘The system runs automatically and the sound is loud and clear,’ says Olivier Massart of M-Pro BeNeLux BVBA, Community’s local distributor. ‘It perfectly provides the sound of beautifully tuned bells and is greatly enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.’