Conference Production & Technical Support
There are seven types of loudspeaker used:
Compact speakers: these minute speakers can be built
into lecterns and trib desks for fold back. For speech only with very
little range.
Self powered speakers: these are small speakers with an
amplifier built in. Typically used for a graphics or Autocue operator to
hear the presenter without having to listen to comms that can have too
much 'chat' for them to concentrate.
EV S-40's: these compact loudspeakers are excellent for
voice and are standard with the small sound rack. Small enough to be
mounted in awkward places such as curtain tracks with cable ties.
Used for presenter fold back, stage fills and Tannoy rigs.
Bose 402's: these small loudspeakers are excellent for
voice, and are normal speakers for speech only events, such as results
presentations and business meetings. Used for presenter fold back and
stage fills.
Bose 802's: the industry standard loudspeakers for many
years. Good all round speakers which sound better when doubled.
Nexo PS-8's: This is a compact yet incredibly powerful
system with good distance coverage. Two full range cabinets mounted on
one bass cabinet per side is a normal rig. This can be supplemented by
the same again or just two single speakers on tripods as a delayed line.
Each speaker comes with hanging brackets.
Community RS-880's: a substantial system providing an
amazingly even and pleasant sound. These speakers can provide seriously
loud yet clear music, and very good voice reinforcement. They require
staging decks for support of the full range cabinets, and the bass
cabinets sit below, or as in the picture, they can be flown. The system
can easily cover an audience of over 1000.
