L-Acoustics K Series Overcomes Acoustic Challenges for Emotional TJ Monterde Arena Concerts L-Acoustics K Series Overcomes Acoustic Challenges for Emotional TJ Monterde Are...
Precision-engineered L-Acoustics K2 and Kara concert sound system delivers pristine audio throughout challenging dome venue
MANILA, Philippines – March 2025 — Filipino pop sensation TJ Monterde, whose emotional ballads and chart-topping hits like “Palagi” (Billboard Philippines #1 song of 2024) have made him one of the country’s most beloved musical artists, recently performed for 10,000 adoring fans through a pristine L-Acoustics K Series arena concert sound system. Cornerstone Entertainment presented the sold-out two-day show in Quezon City’s historic Smart Araneta Coliseum, where L-Acoustics Rental Agent partner Forscink Inc. designed and deployed a system that masterfully addressed the venue’s notorious acoustic challenges.
Soundvision 3D: Conquering the Dome’s Acoustical Challenges
The Smart Araneta Coliseum’s dome ceiling creates significant acoustic challenges with its tendency to produce unwanted reflections. Forscink Inc. leveraged L-Acoustics Soundvision 3D modeling software to overcome these obstacles. “Soundvision 3D was essential in helping us design a configuration that minimized reflections from the dome ceiling,” explains Adi Sajonia, Sound Engineer from Forscink Inc. “We were able to precisely calculate coverage patterns and fine-tune array positioning to deliver exceptional clarity to every seat, despite the venue’s complex acoustics.”
The precision of the Soundvision 3D-generated design allowed the team to focus sound energy precisely where needed while minimizing problematic ceiling reflections, resulting in remarkable intelligibility throughout the arena.
K Series: Power-to-Weight Excellence for Demanding Arena Productions
“TJ’s intimate style of music demands a sound system that can deliver exceptional clarity and nuanced detail,” says Justin Santos, VP at Forscink Inc. “The L-Acoustics K Series provided the ideal solution to showcase TJ’s emotional vocal performances and his band’s intricate musical arrangements.”
The team at Forscink Inc. selected the K Series specifically for its exceptional power-to-weight ratio, allowing them to meet the Coliseum’s strict rigging limitations while delivering the coverage and SPL necessary for the 10,000-capacity venue.
The arena production featured a main L/R system of 12 L-Acoustics K2 over three Kara down per side. Two arrays of 12 L-Acoustics Kara boxes provided out-fill coverage, while six Kara speakers delivered front-fill. Sixteen SB28 subwoofers anchored the low-end, ensuring a balanced sound throughout the vast arena.
LA Network Manager: Ensuring a Consistent Audio Experience
TJ Monterde’s sound engineer Timothy Recla praised the system’s performance. “LA Network Manager gave us powerful control over the entire system,” notes Recla. “The Autofilter function was particularly valuable in ensuring that audience members received the same balanced audio experience regardless of where they were seated in the venue.”
This meticulous tuning allowed Recla to craft emotionally impactful mixes that translated perfectly throughout every section of the arena, from the front row to the uppermost seats.
“The unrivalled sound quality L-Acoustics K Series delivered allowed TJ’s emotionally charged music to fill the vast space with great warmth and precision, so much so that I witnessed many tear-filled eyes in the audience and touching marriage proposals proclaimed throughout the concert performance,” Recla concludes.
Contact Forscink Inc. at inquiries@forscink.com or jgsantos@forscink.com
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