The Bremer Freimarkt, which has just ended, is THE folk festival in the north of Germany and the event attracted many thousands of party-goers this year.
During the event and as a tradition, the party continues until late into the night in Hall 7 of Messe Bremen, after the outdoor area has closed.
For the first time, event technology provider Active Blue was responsible for the entire event technology within the hall, including stage construction, design, lighting and sound. During the fair, each evening ran a different motto, and the audio system had to be flexible enough to fulfil all kinds of purposes.
"With the VIO system, dBTechnologies has really taken an enormous step. You immediately notice that audio professionals are at work there. All components match perfectly, and the accessories are very comprehensive and helpful" - Andreas Beer from Active Blue
The sound system was equipped only using dBTechnologies components, including 20x VIO L212 modules as a main array for the stage, combined with 4x VIO S118 subs and 20x L208 as side- and frontfills.
Andreas Beer from Active Blue comments on Hall 7 and the use of dBTechnologies components: “With the VIO system, dBTechnologies has really taken an enormous step. You immediately notice that audio professionals are at work there. All components match perfectly, and the accessories are very comprehensive and helpful."
Beer adds: "Rigging and operation of the VIO system are extremely simple, thanks to the stacking solutions, dollies, the NFC interface or the Auroranet control software. We purchased the system just recently and could install and operate it directly on first use without dBTechnologies sales help or extensive training.”
Flexible system for difficult acoustics
During preparation and conception of Hall 7, Active Blue’s goal was to transform a trade show hall into a chilly club to host over 5,000 visitors each evening. The design and technology used had to convince with daily changing mottos each day, both for partygoers and visitors to the many live acts alike. The range of events comprised live acts to student and Halloween parties.
One challenge for Active Blue in the preparation was to make the 75 x 50 metre exhibition hall, which was characterised by difficult acoustics, more compact with light and rigging elements and to ensure a good sound quality at any position in the hall. The floor that can accommodate around 5,500 visitors hosted not only the stage and dance floor but also many restaurant stations.
The design and technology used had to convince with daily changing mottos each day, both for partygoers and visitors to the many live acts alike.
Active Blue used 2x Ingenia IG3T, 2x S118R Subs and 4x VIO X15 components to sound the stage and the DJ desk, additionally 4x VIO X15 were in place as delay speakers. Active Blue equipped the FOH with 2x Ingenia IG1T modules.
Transforming an exhibition hall into THE party club for Bremen's Freimarkt, Active Blue has set new standards, for the event. Visitors can also look forward to a relaxed party with sound from dBTechnlogies in the coming years.