Among the best established providers of technical and organisational services in Northern Italy’s Lombardy region, Cipiesse has recently expanded its equipment inventory with a major investment in an Outline GTO C-12 large-format line array.
With nearly 50 years’ experience in live events, conventions, corporate meetings, webinars and private functions, the Rezzato-based operation’s use of Outline technologies dates back to the 1990s, when the company began incorporating the manufacturer’s loudspeakers into its productions.
In the early 2000s, Cipiesse adopted Outline’s Butterfly line array (still in service today) and will use the new system as part of the company’s 2025 summer season, beginning with Skunk Anansie’s performance at Arena Campo Marte.
‘We’ve always believed in quality and reliability, and Outline has proven to be a valuable choice every time,’ says Cipiesse founder, Santo Bertocchi. ‘After years of success with the Butterfly and Mantas systems, moving to the GTO C-12 was a natural evolution toward a top-tier technology. Our restart after a 2023 fire, which severely damaged our headquarters, was also a moment to look ahead with renewed determination. This investment shows our continued commitment to delivering high-level technical services to audiences in Brescia and beyond, who have always responded with great enthusiasm.’
‘When you’re working on stage every day, you need tools that are reliable and high-performing,’ says Marco Riva, partner and operations manager at Cipiesse. ‘Outline has consistently delivered on both counts. Their systems are globally for their build quality, sonic performance, and versatility. And the fact that they’re designed and manufactured just a few kilometers from us adds extra value, allowing us to rely on fast and effective technical support.’
In addition to major events such as Brescia Summer Music, Cipiesse also manages the Bergamo Summer Music and Vallecamonica Summer Music series, and works with Dis_Play, a multipurpose venue inside the Brixia Forum.
‘Investments like Cipiesse’s confirm that a growing number of professionals are choosing our systems for their quality, reliability, and the brand’s international reputation,’ says Federico Bianchi, general manager of Audio Link, Outline’s official distributor in Italy. Just a few months ago, I highlighted how the Outline network is expanding throughout Italy. The fact that there are now two large-format GTO C-12 arrays in Northern Italy – in Genoa and now Brescia – and in the hands of highly competent teams, further strengthens this trend. Demand for top-tier audio solutions continues to grow in Italy, and we are ready to support it.’