Whitinsville Christian School has enhanced its auditorium’s audio experience with the installation of an Eastern Acoustic Works’ (EAW) ADAPTive Series sound system., designed and integrated by Revelation, a local AV event production and technology firm. The upgrade improves the quality of theatrical and musical performances, delivering a more immersive experience for students and audiences.
The school’s previous sound system suffered from excessive white noise and electronic malfunctions, hindering performance quality. “The original system was not that old, but it had a lot of issues that needed addressing,” said Anthony D’Elia, president and chief steward at Revelation. “The school also did not want to install front fills below the stage because when the students were doing choirs, they would line up on the steps at the front of the stage and block the audio coming from the speakers.”
To resolve these challenges, Revelation deployed the EAW ADAPTive Series, featuring AC6 Column Loudspeakers and Otto Subwoofers. The system was flown in a left-center-right configuration above the stage, ensuring precise audio coverage while preventing excessive sound reflection off the auditorium’s untreated back wall.
The installation process included a structural assessment of existing rig points for safety and stability. Revelation’s system engineers conducted extensive tuning using measurement microphones, achieving what D’Elia described as “perfection” in sound quality.
The response from the school community has been overwhelmingly positive. “Everything has been working exceptionally for almost a year now,” D’Elia remarked. “The adaptability of the AC6 Loudspeakers has allowed for effective sound distribution, creating a more engaging experience for students performing live. Being able to run the system in a cardioid pattern and reject all the low-end frequency on the stage has been very helpful.”
Flagg also highlighted the advantages of the system’s onboard processing. “In a high school environment, most users are students or non-technical staff. Having critical system parameters locked inside the speakers ensures that the system remains properly tuned for as long as possible.”
Byron Flagg of Whitinsville Christian School emphasized the reasons for choosing the EAW ADAPTive Series. “The frequency range, fidelity and onboard processing were superior at the price point,” he said. “The clean and minimalist aesthetic of the speakers makes them less visually intrusive in our theater applications. Also, the Otto Subwoofer and AC6 Column Arrays are perfectly suited for controlling energy distribution in our auditorium, which has been acoustically tuned with live orchestra and choir music in mind.”
The collaboration between Whitinsville Christian School and Revelation underscores a commitment to delivering high-quality audio experiences. With the EAW ADAPTive Series in place, the school’s auditorium now sets a new standard for sound performance, enriching both education and the arts.
