Audiovisual solutions specialist Delta Live has renewed its partnership with the Roundhouse in Camden to be its exclusive audio solutions supplier. The new agreement will see Delta Live implement significant updates to the venue’s audio systems, including two DiGiCo Quantum 326 digital mixing consoles and a new A-Series ground package from L-Acoustics, a medium throw speaker system.
Delta Live specialises in sound design, broadcast, events, and communications solutions across a range of industries from live concerts to corporate events. Its relationship with the Roundhouse goes back to 2019, when it won the tender to become the venue’s official audio supplier. The initial agreement came up for renewal earlier this year, triggering another tender process due to the Roundhouse’s status as a charity. The scope of the tender was for an in-house audio partner to provide a PA system and control package to manage all the venue’s incoming gigs and corporate events.
The team will be able to run the majority of the shows using the two new DiGiCo Quantum 326 digital mixing consoles, reducing the need for additional consoles to be brought in for specific events. Meanwhile, the new A-Series ground package from L-Acoustic is already in use on all shows. In addition, flown side fill monitors are now permanently in place which allow artists to hear a general mix on stage while improving sight lines for the audience, a specific request from the Roundhouse.
The full upgrade of the systems will continue over the next six months and will include an overhaul of digital infrastructure, including rack infrastructure, SD racks and new bit cards. Also new are improved PA boxes, L-Acoustic enhancements, and a new mic package that will include the Shure Axient wireless mics.
Dan Lund, Roundhouse venue manager, Delta Live, said: “The agreement covers a period of three years with an option to extend for a further two. Up to that point they had rolling contracts with their previous suppliers, so this was their first full tender process. After winning the tender, we had a turnaround of just two weeks to find all of the equipment, engineers, and learn the upcoming shows so we could tailor bespoke solutions for them. So we’ve developed a really strong relationship with the Roundhouse from the beginning.”
Craig Tye, head of technical and production at the Roundhouse, added: “For the Roundhouse, the renewal of the agreement with Delta Live is a natural evolution of a burgeoning partnership. Our relationship is based on a mutual passion for innovation and creating unforgettable experiences for artists and audiences alikeWe’re excited to continue our journey with Delta Live, and the new audio technology coming into the venue will enable the Roundhouse to further enhance its heritage as one of the country’s leading venues.”
