When the Teatro Colónopens its doors to an amplified production, the challenge is always the same: reinforce the sound without altering one of the most prestigious acoustics in the world. Under this premise, Lavecchia Sonido, a sound and lighting production company led by Rodrigo Lavecchia, worked on the sound design for the “Astor Piazzolla, Eterno” series, an immersive theatrical production that celebrates the life and music of the legendary Argentine composer, commissioned by the Teatro Colón and the RGB Medios production company. The goal was to achieve a fully integrated reinforcement system, capable of complementing the music and the immersive performance without modifying the historic character of the hall.
The solution relied on DPA Microphones technology, comprised of the N-Series Digital Wireless System, 4099 Instrument Microphones and 6066 Omnidirectional Subminiature Headsets, which became the cornerstone of the sound system. Internationally renowned for its natural balance and timbral richness, the Teatro Colón demands that any amplification system act as an “invisible guest.” Lavecchia emphasized the importance of working with tools that would amplify the sound without coloring it, ensuring maximum coherence between what happens on stage and what the audience perceives.
The production set a precedent in Argentina by incorporating the new DPA N-Series Digital Wireless Mic system for the first time. Throughout the season, the RF stability in this complex environment was highlighted by the N-Series, while the robustness and reliability of the transmitters played key roles in sustaining a show of such high technical and artistic demands. Additionally, the wireless system extended the natural sound of the microphones, which were a critical aspect of the production’s sound design.
