INSTALLATION OF THE MONTH - December 2008
A Magnificent Affair – Classical Retro Elements with State of the Art Sound
When creating a chic residential interior, one must consider everything from space planning through to texture and tone, as well as high end audio technology to create a home that is a pleasure to live in. The owners of this home have created an interior that is suited to entertaining in grand style, while retaining elements that give the house a personal, private feel. Tasteful opulence describes the look that runs throughout the residence and every element chosen for this home was the client’s artistic vision.
In keeping with the need to create an interior that would be ideal for entertaining, the client naturally chose Artcoustic Loudspeakers for the music and cinema systems. Professionally installed and programmed by Maven, this home offers state of the art technology whilst still being visually elegant and very simple to use. The system integrates seamlessly with the contrasting textures in the furnishings, which are mainly in rich brown tones, and the speakers’ customised white frames and screens also help to enliven the spaces.
The system features music servers enabling the client to enjoy music throughout the home, using Artcoustic DFF120-43, Panasonic 50” HD Plasma Screen, Artcoustic Linax Duo cabinets on custom raised plinth, elegantly concealing Artcoustic PA-1800 amplifiers, in the magnificent entertainment area. In the dining room Artcoustic DF65-50 speakers adorn the walls to provide guests with the perfect ambience while dining. A DF-Multi X2 42” LCR speaker sits nicely under a Vidikron 42” HD Plasma Screen in the master bedroom and Artcoustic Diablo Targets provide state of the art sound throughout the study and kitchen.
With such a beautiful home in the heart of London, filled with a designer kitchen from Poliform, and furnitures from Fendi, the AV installation by Maven had to be first class. The client was naturally thrilled at the end result, exceeding all their expectations. Maven’s attention to detail in every part of the installation, together with intelligent choices of products, ensures that the installation has not only the aesthetics demanded of a project like this, but also the performance.
Contact
Maven
0845 49 62836
av@maven.uk.com www.maven.uk.comDemonstration Showroom Opening Early 2009
NEW PRODUCTS
Spitfire 4-2-1 Cinema System – Spitfire 4-2-1 speaker system redefines reference cinema performance
The new flagship Spitfire 4-2-1 speaker system is available now from Artcoustic Loudspeakers. Featuring a high performance horn loaded tweeter together with 6 x 10” bass units, this model is capable of stunning performance, easily exceeding reference pressure levels with a maximum output of 122dB. Each loudspeaker is tri-amped with the PA1800 power amp to deliver 1800W per speaker. Partnered with the Spitfire Subwoofers, Spitfire Venues and PA1800 amplifier, this forms a speaker system designed for the very finest home cinema systems.
The Spitfire 4-2-1 system is the most installation friendly high performance system available. Reference performance is delivered in just 186mm of depth - including subwoofers. Installation is quick, easy and aesthetically clean and unobtrusive.
Spitfire 4-2-1 measures 800mm x 840mm x 186mm
Contact an exclusive Artcoustic distributor in your area for more information.
July 2008 - Artcoustic Open New UK Headquarters
Artcoustic UK are proud to announce the opening of their new UK Headquarters: a beautiful training and demonstration facility destined to lead the industry in audio education and design.
This brand new facility will showcase the company’s state-of-the-art high-end audio solutions to their exclusive dealers, consultants, architects, interior designers and end users. The headquarters features Artcoustic’s full range of products amongst top of the line furnishings ensuring a total Artcoustic experience in both residential and commercial room sets. The full range of Artcoustic products on demonstration with 9 full systems includes:
- A state-of-the-art dedicated reference Spitfire Cinema Room
- Commercial Spitfire Venue bar demonstration area
- Various sized plasma based systems with Artcoustic Packages
- Domestic systems ranging from the small 2 channel Diablo Target system to flagship DFF180-43 systems.
Facility will provide Authorised Dealers, Interior Designers, Architects and End Users with a Venue to Learn About and Experience Artcoustic’s Audio Solutions
This interactive demonstration facility will provide a convenient place to learn how high-end audio systems can be successfully integrated into a lifestyle environment without sacrificing one to the other. It will allow visitors to immerse themselves in the audio / lifestyle environment and also demonstrate the convenience and functionality of having the Artcoustic sound system in their private residence, home cinema, restaurant, hotel or corporate boardroom.
The facility caters for both commercial and domestic projects and can truly show the full range of possibilities that can be achieved with Artcoustic Loudspeakers.
As ever interior design and high end audio have come together via the Artcoustic team to produce a stunning new facility. “We always aim to present everything we do in the most desirable way possible” explained Paul Cummin, Artcoustic UK Sales Director, who has spearheaded this project, “We know that just having fantastic products is not enough, you have to show them in the best environments. Artcoustic as a company are leading the way in this area, we understand interior design and that selling our product is only made easier by presenting it in the right way. Our authorised dealer network already benefit from our ability to show their clients the end result via our extensive image library and marketing material. This new facility will ensure that we can keep them up to date with our full range of products and philosophy. Our aim is not only to show beautiful installations, but also to demonstrate that high performance loudspeakers are what Artcoustic is all about.”
All modern residential and commercial settings need an audio system solution, but there are so many products on the market that it is difficult to know what to select.
Artcoustic has the expertise to provide the specialist knowledge that is required, when it comes to selecting the ideal residential and commercial high end loudspeaker solution from a basic audio system to a complete multi-room solution. Artcoustic can work closely with their dealers, architects, interior designers and consultants to create a fully integrated home or commercial environment.
The new UK Headquarters marks another first for the industry, pushing the envelope of state-of-the-art audio technology and showcasing the perfect marriage between high-end loudspeakers and interior design. It will be the first of its kind to represent an integrated living space fully fitted with elegant furnishings and Artcoustic’s top performing audio systems.
If you think you already know Artcoustic, be prepared to open your eyes and ears! This facility is designed to prove that high performance systems and beautiful installations can and should go together. The range of possibilities is endless. A visit to this new headquarters is just the starting point.
The showroom is based in Chelmsford, Essex.
20 minutes by car from the M25
30 minutes by train from London Liverpool Street, (nearest train station Chelmsford)
30 minutes by car from Stansted Airport
The showroom is by appointment only – to arrange a visit please call 01245 400904 or e-mail salesuk@artcoustic.com. Artcoustic UK Showroom Unit 15 Eckersley Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1SL England.
