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Maison Bâtard equipped with Powersoft Unica

At Melbourne’s Maison Bâtard, Powersoft Unica amplifiers provide the audio capabilities to allow this four-level venue to sing - literally and figuratively. From the outset, Lucas Restaurants and long-time audio partner Zelo Group set their sights on performance that would elevate Maison Bâtard beyond the usual restaurant experience.

The basement entertainment space, Le Club, demanded full-scale nightclub capability, while the restaurant and rooftop terrace required discreet audio coverage. To meet these ambitions, Zelo chose Italian manufacturer Powersoft’s Unica amplifier platform. “Unica’s power-sharing architecture means a single standardised model can serve the entire venue”, says Ben Clarke of distributor PAVT, who worked closely with Zelo on the design. “All available wattage is dynamically distributed where it’s needed, so you avoid racks of different amp types, and you gain flexibility.”

For Maison Bâtard, serviceability was critical. Unica’s redundant cooling, front-panel foam filters for easy cleaning, and PoE-powered front end allow commissioning and remote diagnostics even before mains power is applied. Additionally, Powersoft’s “easy-swap” approach to DSP modules enables quick on-site replacement by non-technical staff if required.

Throughout the building, Powersoft amplification drives an EAW loudspeaker system, from the MKC series in the dining spaces to the high-output MKD rig in Le Club. Each channel of Unica is individually addressable, giving management precise control over individual areas of the restaurant. “If the restaurant wants a table-specific volume adjustment, it’s just a matter of a few taps”, says Clarke.

Le Club has already hosted private events from global artists, including Drake. Upstairs, diners can enjoy music that enhances rather than competes with conversation, due to the same Powersoft backbone and a design that integrates acoustics from the earliest architectural stage.

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