A compact Allen & Heath dLive S Class mixing system has been installed in Teatro Sociale in Bellinzona, Switzerland, as part of an upgrade to its audio equipment.
Supplied by Battaglia Light Services, the system comprises a S3000 Surface equipped with a Dante network card, and a DM32 MixRack.
‘We selected dLive because it has a simple workflow, which is easy to learn for guest engineers, and has a quick set-up time, so you can configure the desk in seconds,” says Teatro Sociale Technical Director, Claudio Cheulini. Other major considerations are that the sound quality is first-class, and the system has the best FX, compressors and dynamics, thanks to the DEEP processing models of classic gear.
‘The system fulfils the high demands of the theatre very satisfactorily,’ he adds. ‘dLive has tremendous headroom and is versatile, easily able to manage classical concerts to rock and everything in between. Another small but crucial factor is the fact that you can dim all the lights on the desk and avoid disturbing audience members.’
Built in 1846,Teatro Sociale is one of Switzerland’s historic theatres, having been refurbished 20 years ago following a period of neglect. The venue hosts theatrical productions and a variety of music concerts, from classical to rock.
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