RPG Diffusor Systems

Nicholas Music Center, Rutgers University

Consultant

Challenged by the limitations of a Bayreuth style orchestra pit and the retrofit of an existing hall, consultant Todd Berling of Artspace Consulting utilized RPG®’s standard QRD® 734, Omniffusor™ and custom plexiglass ceiling clouds to provide proper sound distribution throughout the hall and orchestra pit, as well as support intercommunication between musicians. Berling indicated that, “RPG® Diffusor Systems were essential to the successful completion of the project.”

Architect

Designer Ashok Bhavnani, of Bhavnani & King Architects, New York City, employed wall mounted QRD®’s and ceiling Omniffusors™ in the Beyreuth Pit Design. On stage, wood QRD®s are incorporated in the design of the orchestra shell and custom designed clear acrylic diffusors are suspended above the stage. Mr. Bhavnani felt that, “The patterns and finishes of the various diffusor units fulfill acoustic needs and provide visual scale and texture as well.”

Client

Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts sought to create an orchestra pit and improve the acoustics of the 800 seat Nicholas Music Center, the University’s principal Opera and concert hall. Dean Marilyn F. Somville said, “RPG® Diffusors are an integral part of both components of the completed project and significantly enhance musical performances.”

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