Drayton Entertainment, a beacon of creativity and excellence in the theatre world, has always been at the forefront of audience experience and accessibility. The latest leap in this ongoing commitment is the upgrade to the new Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE wireless system, a move that promises to redefine the auditory experience for both performers and audiences alike.
A Game-Changer in Wireless Audio
The Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE is a state-of-the-art wireless system designed for professional use in demanding environments, such as live theatre. This system offers unparalleled sound quality, reliability, and flexibility, making it an ideal choice for Drayton Entertainment’s diverse and dynamic productions.
Key Features of the Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 Dante:
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Exceptional Audio Quality: The EW-DX EM 4 DANTE delivers crystal-clear sound with a wide frequency range, ensuring that every note, word, and whisper is heard with pristine clarity.
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Robust Wireless Performance: With advanced RF technology, this system provides stable and interference-free transmission, even in environments with significant wireless activity.
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Scalability and Flexibility: Capable of supporting up to 146 channels in standard mode or 293 channels in link density mode (LD), this system can easily adapt to the needs of large productions.
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Dante Integration: The integration of DANTE (Digital Audio Network Through Ethernet) allows for seamless, low-latency audio networking, providing unmatched flexibility in routing and managing audio signals.
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User-Friendly Interface: The system features a straightforward and intuitive interface, making setup and operation simple and efficient for sound engineers.
Why the Upgrade?
Drayton Entertainment’s decision to upgrade to the Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE was driven by a desire to push the boundaries of what’s possible in theatre sound. With a new set of 28 channels now at their disposal, they can accommodate a larger number of wireless microphones and in-ear monitors in the RF bandwidth. This ensures that every performer is clearly heard even on the largest of musicals and smallest straight plays. With the wireless RF environment becoming increasingly populated with noise and other devices the upgrade was inevitable in order to keep microphones consistent and reliable.
This adds to the already large inventory of Sennheiser 2000 series wireless that has been in use for many years across countless productions across Ontario.
DANTE Integration
One of the standout features of the Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE system is its seamless integration with Dlive audio consoles. Utilizing the DANTE network, the EW-DX connects directly to the Allen & Heath Dlive consoles, bypassing the need for mic preamps. This direct digital connection ensures that the audio signal remains pure and unaltered, maintaining the highest quality from the microphone to the console. This setup not only simplifies the signal chain but also enhances the overall sound fidelity, providing a pristine and robust audio experience for every channel. Freeing up mic inputs allows more channels to be dedicated to live band instruments and sound effect channels.
This is particularly important for large-scale productions that require large quantities of inputs.
Looking Ahead
As Drayton Entertainment continues to innovate and elevate its productions, the Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE wireless system stands as a testament to their commitment to excellence. Audiences can look forward to even more engaging and memorable performances, while the technical crew enjoys the ease and reliability that come with this advanced audio solution and less congested RF spectrum.
In the world of theatre, where every detail matters, Drayton Entertainment’s investment in the Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 system ensures that they remain at the cutting edge, delivering outstanding performances that captivate and inspire.
