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K-array delivers audio for Alpine venue “Bei Tomschy”

Perched high above the historic town of Kitzbühel, “Restaurant Hochkitzbühel bei Tomschy” has established itself as one of the most vibrant destinations in the Austrian Alps, blending panoramic dining with a high energy après-ski atmosphere.

By day, the venue welcomes guests for meals overlooking the surrounding peaks, while at weekends it transforms into a DJ-led social hub drawing crowds from across the region. This dual identity, coupled with its sensitive Alpine setting surrounded by neighboring lodges, created a complex audio challenge: the need to deliver powerful sound while maintaining strict control over noise dispersion.

Owner Christoph Tomschy was looking for a system that could transition between background music and full-scale DJ performance without breaching local sound regulations. Working in close collaboration with integrator LiveWire, audio manufacturer K-array offered a solution that ensures the venue could operate confidently across both indoor and outdoor environments.

Inside the main lounge, the design had to contend with acoustically reflective materials including wood flooring and glass partitions. K-array addressed this through the deployment of multiple Python KP52 discreet line array loudspeakers, whose controlled vertical dispersion reduces unwanted reflections.

Additional Dragon KX12 loudspeakers positioned near the DJ booth provide the necessary headroom and impact for live performances. A combination of Thunder KS1 and KS3 subwoofers delivers low frequency reinforcement. Dedicated monitoring ensures DJs can perform without excessive stage volume.

The outdoor terrace presented an even greater challenge: with views across the Alpine landscape, it is highly exposed to environmental conditions and subject to strict local noise limits. Here, K-array’s directional loudspeaker technology proved critical. Python KP102 marine-grade column loudspeakers were selected to deliver controlled horizontal coverage with narrow vertical dispersion. Complementing this, Rumble KU315 subwoofers are strategically positioned to reinforce bass within the venue boundary.

Central to the project is the system’s intelligent control and processing infrastructure. Powered by a Kommander KA68 amplifier with integrated DSP, the system allows precise tuning across all zones, including crossover management, delay alignment and level control. A Q-Sys platform enables staff to switch between different usage scenarios such as daytime dining, après-ski gatherings and DJ events.

(Photo: Malte Babion)

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