LUFC, Elland Road
Sitewide EN54 System
Providing elite level performance in the Bowl
PA & Performance
High quality performance and paging systems, plus mixing and production equipment
AoIP Comms Systems
Dante-based production intercoms, network, and infrastructure update
Induction Loops
Providing assistive hearing technologies at every fan-facing counter
Projects / Sports Venue / LUFC
Making The Match Day Experience
When LUFC approached us with the brief to upgrade their PAVA system, we were faced with an interesting acoustic challenge: how do you create a seamless sound when each separate stand is totally different? But, together with Martin Audio’s new TORUS arrays, we were able to answer every question the stadium environment asked of us – creating an unforgettable match day experience while still meeting the safety standards.
The central advantage of TORUS arrays is how light they are, which allows them to be raised and lowered in the Bowl without having to bring in lifting equipment, while still delivering performance. This is especially advantageous in an environment like Elland Road, where you cannot place too much weight on the front of the older stands.
We made sure when we created the design – using DISPLAY 3 – that the direct SPL was the key. At the end of the day, when the stadium is full of people, precise SPL coverage makes all the difference in getting over the top of a very loud crowd.
Now, each of the stands have TORUS arrays in them, which allows us to put subs in the hang configuration. We installed these every second array in each stand, apart from the East. The East Stand instead comprises six triple TORUS arrays, each equipped with a sub, in addition to double TORUS arrays for the top tier. The North Stand is made up of six TORUS arrays; the West Stand eight, with CDD 12s across the back due to a physical barrier; and the South six. On top of this, each corner of the stadium has further triple TORUS arrays to allow for seamless sound throughout the site.
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A Relationship Built on Trust
We’re proud to have built a long-standing relationship with LUFC over the years. What began as a single project has evolved into an ongoing partnership, founded on years of collaboration, innovation, and shared success.
Here’s a look at some of the projects we’ve undertaken together:
- Site wide EN54 Stadium System providing elite level performance system in the Bowl
- Performance and Paging System for large entertainment complex linked to stadium
- Provision of high quality Performance System in 5 Entertainment Lounges
- Provision of PAVA system in TV studios, plus Ambient enhancement for non-studio use
- Replacement of sitewide Radio Mics with centrally controlled and monitored System
- Provision of Professional Mixing and Live Production equipment for match days
- Provision of Induction Loops at every fan-facing counter throughout the stadium
- Dante-based match day Production Intercoms for directors and live staff
- Dante-based Network and Infrastructure update from analogue for LUTV