In the main bar area, the existing JBL SP128S subwoofers have been upgraded with four of the new horn-loaded units from JBL's AE range - the ASH6118. Arbiter Pro Audio's Andy Duffield said: "The single 18" driver within these units is extremely efficient due to the 14ft folded horn inside the cabinet. Given the coupling effect of having the cabinets stacked as they are, the result is a formidable partnership with the existing VerTec Line Array system in this bar."
As part of the upgrade, two new exclusive private rooms have been developed within the VIP area, both of which have the JBL SMS1 Soundzone Music System providing all the necessary sound reinforcement. Fully self-contained with four satellite speakers, the SMS1 base station contains power amplification for all speakers, a controller for a music source and for one announcing microphone, plus a subwoofer to provide full range, clear natural sound. In addition to these private rooms, a new upstairs bar area is being created. The Baby Box room has also been upgraded with some of JBL AM4215/64s, again from the AE range of speakers, with JBL MS28s providing the fill at the rear of the room.
David Bradshaw, head of production for all Ministry activities observed: "Updating our existing high quality JBL equipment allows us to stay one step ahead, having the very best nightclub sound system anywhere." The new Ministry of Sound is open for business as usual and the building work is scheduled for completion in time for the PLASA show exhibitor party to be held at the venue on Tuesday 9th September 2003.
Arbiter Pro Audio will also be holding a product launch at the venue prior to the exhibitor party. Guest speakers from AKG, Austria and JBL, USA will present seminars on AKG's new Tripower and Emotion series microphones, AKG WMS 4000, JBL's AE Series and JBL Dance5.
(Sarah Rushton-Read)
