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MC2 amplifiers power DAS Audio system at Czech ice hockey arena

With a capacity of almost 7000, the CPP Arena in the Czech city of Hradec Králové is home to ice-hockey team Mountfield HK, who have used the facility since 2013. Inaugurated in 1957, the Arena has hosted high-level sports events throughout its history, as well as major concerts by national artists, trade fairs, and exhibitions, making it an important regional hub.

The arena authorities recently took the decision to upgrade its audio system. Its existing system was considered not to meet the standards expected of a modern multi-use arena, so audiovisual specialists Dancefloor AVL Solutions was engaged to design and install a replacement. “The venue is a complex reverberant space with sound reflecting in many directions in what can be a very intense atmosphere”, says Libor Klemenc, CEO of Dancefloor AVL Solutions. “We needed a system capable of providing clarity and dynamics even in the noisiest environment.”

The Arena presented acoustic challenges typical of large capacity sports venues, not least the ice rink itself which acts as a large reflective surface. Steep stands and high levels of crowd noise during matches compounded the issues. The Arena also hosts a number of non-sports events which also require even coverage and consistent SPL across all sectors, avoiding dead zones. It was important that the solution did not interfere with sightlines or the daily operation of what is a very busy facility.

Dancefloor AVL Solutions installed 24 DAS Audio HQ-212.95 long-throw two-way units powered by MC2 Audio Delta DSP100 amplifiers. The system can be operated using an XTA/MC2 DPanel-8 remote programmable wall panel, by choosing presets for different modes such as hockey game, training, cultural event, etc.

The loudspeakers were configured in five clusters of two units on each side of the stands with additional units at the ends and in a central position above the rink. The HQ-212.95 units were particularly suited to this application due to their coaxial configuration and cabinet construction.

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