Crystal Sound & Vision, a family-run audio-visual company based in North London, has over 25 years of experience specialising in commercial AV, particularly in the pub and bar scene. The company has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality installations tailored to individual requirements.
This particular project at Mezcalito in Kensington, London, stemmed from a recommendation by a DJ friend working at the client's Chelsea bar. The challenge was to transform an existing site into a modern Mexican nightlife experience. The venue had an upstairs cocktail lounge that needed a new audio solution and a downstairs space with an existing semi-functional sound system.
Upstairs, Crystal Sound & Vision provided a Martin Audio solution, fulfilling the client's need for 'warm background music'. The installation included four Martin Audio CDD5 loudspeakers and two Martin Audio SX110 Subwoofers, creating a crisp and immersive audio experience to suit a high-end cocktail lounge.
The more substantial sound install went into the basement, which involved intricate planning and discussions with the client due to the venue’s low ceilings. Crystal Sound & Vision still opted for Martin Audio due to its sound quality. The installation included a combination of CDD6 and CDD5 loudspeakers and SX112 and SX110 Subwoofers, strategically positioned for optimal coverage in different areas of the venue, keeping to the height restrictions.
A Cloud DCM1e Digital Zonal Mixer managed the sophisticated audio setup. Three Martin Audio DX 0.4 Digital Sound Processors were employed to enhance and protect the sound, crucial for a venue hosting DJs. Several professional power amplifiers like Aparts Revamp 2150, 1 Dynacord SL900 and 2 SL1200s completed the main set-up.
The project was completed within a challenging six-to-eight week timeframe, relying heavily on distributors to deliver the equipment on time. “The guys at Leisuretec never let us down and the service they provide is top-tier,” commented Piaras McAloon, Audio Visual Engineer from Crystal Sound & Vision.
The entire venue underwent a remarkable transformation. The system not only met but surpassed the client's expectations in terms of user-friendliness, audio quality, and reliability – essential factors in the commercial entertainment industry.
The company expressed pride in overcoming the challenges and contributing to the creation of a venue that reflects modern Mexican nightlife. The client now possesses a top-tier audio system that ensures a memorable experience for patrons, whether enjoying a quiet drink upstairs or partying downstairs.
Courtesy of Crystal Sound and Vision
https://www.crystalsoundandvision.co.uk/
About Leisuretec
Established in 1990, we are Trade Distributors of Professional and Commercial Audio, Lighting, Video, Special Effects and Ancillary. Through our AV Hire Production, AV Installation and Re-seller customers we address the live entertainment, leisure, commercial, residential and retail markets throughout the UK.
We support our trade customers with immense stock holding across a vast choice of products, knowledgeable technical support, competitive trade pricing, speedy delivery and attentive after-sales support.
