Ingrid Ho

Typically, venue in house systems can be used for announcements and background music, which is usually more than adequate for basic conferences, workshops, and weddings. Most venue systems have a compression system in place that reduces the overall dynamic range of the audio output when it exceeds a certain level. This is often set just above regular vocal range. While this helps protect the venue’s audio system, it can also reduce the impact of singers, instruments, and audio tracks played by entertainers. If your event includes any form of live music, such as DJs, bands, professional entertainers, or emcees with their DJs, the venue will often advise you to engage an external AV vendor. Please also note that venues equipped with ceiling speakers are generally not ideal for DJs, live bands, or any form of high impact music, as these speakers usually do not have the necessary low frequency response and bass capability.