CHICAGO, Illinois — Warner Audio Visual Co., which supports the audio needs of companies staging meetings and events, recently purchased a Harman Soundcraft Si Compact 24 digital console. The company, which has locations in Chicago, Phoenix and Orlando, has been operating for 40 years.
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“We went with the Si Compact 24 as it was the perfect option for a small footprint console and allows us the flexibility to work with many diverse clients,” stated David Ruke, technician at Warner Audio Visual. “I am able to get the feel of an analog board all in such a small setup.”
For many corporate events where space is limited, the Si Compact 24 allows Ruke and colleagues to set up in the corner with limited cable and distraction; so important for a high-profile event.
Since switching to the Si Compact 24, many aspects of the board have excited Ruke and the rest of his team. “I have worked with other digital consoles and the sound quality is noticeably different and so much better on the Si Compact,” Ruke explained. “It feels like a bigger board than it actually is. I love the built-in control, EQ, compressors, and limiters. It’s tough to find all those options on a small board.”
As many challenges present themselves up to hours before large events, the Si Compact helps to keep changes simple. “Whether it be adding a performer, another presenter or the podium being moved to a different side of the room, it is easy to adjust EQ and calculate the differences quickly. I can add a monitor mix in, throw a few patches in through the reverb, it’s all easy.” For the price point, Ruke explained, it is excellent and surprising to get so much capability without needing separate racks or additional outboard processing.
For more information on Warner Audio Visual Co., please visit: http://www.warnerav.com.
