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RCF TT+ for Bedford Corn Exchange

When Marcello Quartarone decided that the Bedford Corn Exchange complex was in need of a new sound system to bring the venue into the 21st century, he first got the OK from the Bedford Council for funding, and then he contacted local company JAP Sound to run through the available options.

Marcello, a true audio pro, had very clear ideas of what was needed for the venues, not just the main auditorium's line array, but also the three other rooms in the venues: the Civic Theatre, Howard Room and Harper Suite where individual systems were required.

JAP Sound's Jason Price takes up the story: "The initial inquiry came in nearly two years ago. Marcello said that we wanted a line array system in the main hall, so we started looking around to see what was available on the market. We demonstrated a couple of very good systems but still didn't quite get the one he needed. At this time RCF's Greg Oliver introduced us the new TT+ range."

RCF duly decided to demonstrate the new subs and top boxes to get a feel for the voicing and general overall sound of the system. Marcello decided on a pair of subs and top boxes to use as a portable system. The result was, that liking the voicing of the TT+ boxes and knowing that the line array was voiced the same way, he made the decision to invest in an RCF TT+ line array system.

Jason Price continues: "We'd demonstrated the line array system from the word go, mainly on outdoor events such as firework displays, theme parks and live events, so we were comfortable with what it could do. We did a number of demos in the main concert hall and Marcello was satisfied that it would do the job. Luckily, working with someone who has a good knowledge of pro audio, Marcello was able to indicate just how he'd like the rig positioned.

Since its installation, the system has been used on a great variety of production, from traditional pantomime, to an ABBA tribute band. Greg Oliver added: "Marcello was very clear with what he wanted to achieve with the sound in the Bedford Corn Exchange and after a few visits and trying the system for one of the touring acts he was more than happy with the results. In total I think the Bedford Corn Exchange has taken delivery of nearly every product in the TT+ Product range which is great for RCF, and this year the TT+ product sales have gone from strength to strength and installations in venues like this play a major part in the product recognition in the touring arena."

Marcello Quartarone summed up: "Since the PA was installed we've received a number of very encouraging comments from members of public and artists visiting our complex. These have included, clarity of the voice, spoken word or singing. They have also been impressed by the powerful sound and great bass frequencies."

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RCF TT+ for Bedford Corn Exchange

20th February 2009

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