Known internationally for its genre-leading line-ups and a dancefloor that has welcomed generations of club-goers, Florence’s Tenax’s continues to invest in its audio systems to maintain its reputation as one of Europe’s finest nightclubs. For a complete system upgrade of its main room, Tenax again turned to long-time audio partner, K-array.
After several years of with K-array’s Firenze and Mugello line array series, Tenax has transitioned to the latest generation of high-performing point source Dragon, the KXT18P, in its main room. The system consists of 12 KXT18P, set in clusters of three per corner, creating four horizontally arrayed groups that ensure full coverage across the dance room and exceptional headroom.
Supporting the Dragons are 16 Thunder KS4P subwoofers, 12 of which are placed along the DJ booth’s side, with the others at the opposite side of the dancefloor, ensuring consistent low-end reinforcement. Together, this combination provides a powerful, balanced and clear audio experience to support the club’s rotation of visiting and resident DJs.
‘K-array is right for venues that require high SPL combined with precision and design integration,’ says Mirko Carruba, audio technician at Tenax. ‘The system delivers impressive acoustic pressure while maintaining exceptional clarity and control across the spectrum. What stands out is the balance between physical impact and intelligibility – you can feel the energy in your body without sacrificing definition. It’s a versatile platform with a solution for virtually every application.’
KXT18P is the largest offering in the Dragon series, whose tri-axial design features an 18-inch woofer paired with dual coaxial compression drivers, delivering144dB SPL and frequency response down to 50Hz. Its birch plywood cabinet combines robustness with elegant design and offers an eye-catching visual option with the mesh grille removed, exposing the silver-finished horn. The characteristic emission of high sound pressure in the close field makes the Dragon a fitting choice for Tenax’s club environment.
The new system is powered by five Kommander KA208 amplifiers, each providing eight channels at 2.5kW (4Ω). With the KXT18P requiring two channels each and the KS4P one channel per unit, the set-up uses a total of 40 channels.
Attention has also been given to stage monitoring, with one Dragon KXT18P paired with one Thunder KS3P per side, refining the DJ booth set-up and providing artists with the same sonic detail and power experienced by the crowd on the dancefloor.
Over in room two, The Tube, Tenax maintains its existing K-array system, with two KS4P subs, five Dragon KX12F loudspeakers (two of which are positioned inside the DJ booth), and 2.5m Python KP52 units as delays.
‘We are very pleased, once again, to collaborate with Tenax on their club sound system,’ says Daniel Strassera, Global Business Development Manager at K-array. ‘Our new Dragon KXT18P is designed with high-SPL, high-performance audio as part of its DNA, so seeing it at Tenax is a milestone moment for us. Tenax is a pioneer of the underground club scene, and we see our latest Dragon model as a fitting companion.’
‘For me, it’s all about how the system translates emotion on the dancefloor,’ says DJ Cole, resident DJ at Tenax. ‘This set-up gives you power, brightness, and a much more polished sound. The connection between the highs and the low end feels seamless — everything moves together naturally. Whether it’s a live show or a club night, the vibe is stronger, cleaner, and more immersive. We’re truly happy with the result.’
More: www.k-array.com/en