KELOWNA, BC – Held at the luxurious Grand Okanagan Resort and Convention Center in Kelowna, British Columbia, the 2008 Telus World Skins Game VIP Gala dinner was hosted by sports agency powerhouse IMG for their sponsors, players, media and VIP clients of this golfing event. With a crew that included FOH Engineer Steve Williams and System Techs Jose Antunes and Matt Perry, Northwest Global provided a system consisting of Martin Audio W8LM and W8LMD Mini Line Arrays with WSX subs; Martin Audio MA 4.2S and MA2.8S power amplifiers with Martin Audio DX1 Speaker Processing. A Midas Venice 320 was also used as the console.
Asked about the equipment, Williams said, "Martin Audio was the obvious system choice for us due to its size and performance capabilities. It is extremely small, easy to fly, and gives excellent coverage and control for the engineer.
"We used DISPLAY software to design the rig. The Martin Audio LM system was the first and only choice for us as we had a lower trim height in the venue and we needed to get exceptional coverage and performance with a small footprint. I think the powerful LM line array series from Martin is a real wolf in sheep’s clothing!"
The popular golf commentator David Feherty joined host Rod Black from TSN to welcome the guests of the event. The 2008 Telus World Skins Game hosted golf legends Fred Couples, Colin Montgomerie, Greg Norman, Camilo Villegas and Mike Weir, among other professionals.
Summing up the impact of Martin Audio W8LMs on the project, Williams concluded, It's a very versatile tool to have in soundman’s toolbox. The end result was remarkable and we received numerous comments from the high-profile guests and clients that they were very pleased with the sound for this corporate gala. TSN was onsite to highlight the event the following day, and the organizers were very happy. That makes us happy!"
The goal for Kelowna-based production company Northwest Global Entertainment was to create an “ultra lounge” style venue for the guests at this event. They designed and supplied the lighting and visual effects along with the audio support that transformed this hotel ballroom into a stylish “uber-lounge.”
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