AV Installation Leeds

Definition Audio Visual recently completed a commercial AV installation at Rawdon Cricket Club in Leeds. The project formed part of a major refurbishment of the clubhouse and was designed to enhance the overall member experience with a flexible and high-quality sound system throughout the venue.

The installation covers multiple areas of the clubhouse, including the main bar, members’ lounge, top lounge, and outdoor patio, each with a tailored audio solution suited to the way the space is used.

Main Bar and Members’ Lounge

For the main bar and members’ lounge, the aim was to provide a discreet yet effective background music system. To achieve this, we installed seven Apart Audio CM20 ceiling speakers, each tapped at 20 watts.

These ceiling speakers blend seamlessly into the interior while delivering balanced and evenly distributed audio, making them ideal for background music, announcements, and televised sports.

Top Lounge Sound System

The top lounge required a more powerful system capable of supporting larger gatherings and lively events. To meet this requirement, we installed four Apart Audio Mask 8 speakers in white, positioned in the corners of the room.

The Mask 8 speakers provide higher output and excellent clarity, ensuring the room maintains strong and consistent audio performance even during busy events or social functions.

Outdoor Patio Audio

To extend the entertainment experience outdoors, we installed a weather-resistant sound system for the patio area. This includes a pair of Apart Audio MP26G IP-rated speakers mounted just outside the patio doors.

These speakers are designed to withstand outdoor conditions while delivering clear and consistent audio, making them ideal for outdoor gatherings, summer events, and match-day celebrations.

Central Control and Amplification

All core audio equipment is neatly housed on shelves behind the bar area, allowing staff easy access to the system controls.

Key components include:

• Apart Audio 4-channel 100V line amplifier powering the ceiling speakers in the bar and lounge
• A QSC GX3 stereo amplifier driving the top lounge speakers
• An Apart Audio Zone 4 mixer, acting as the central hub for the entire audio system
• An Audio-Technica wireless radio microphone system for announcements and events

Multi-Zone Control

To give staff simple and convenient control over the system, we installed four Apart Audio Zone 4 remote wall panels behind the bar.

These control plates allow staff to:

• Adjust volume levels independently in each zone
• Select different audio sources for different areas
• Manage the overall sound system without accessing the equipment rack

This ensures each part of the clubhouse can have its own customised audio environment, whether it’s quiet background music in the lounge or higher volume for events in the top lounge.

A Modern Clubhouse Audio System

This installation has provided Rawdon Cricket Club with a modern, flexible multi-zone audio system that enhances the atmosphere throughout the venue.

The system supports:

• Background music in bar and lounge areas
• Announcements and presentations
• Social events and club functions
• Outdoor entertainment on the patio

Definition Audio Visual is proud to have delivered a professional solution that complements the newly refurbished clubhouse and provides reliable audio performance for members and guests for many years to come.

As part of the wider audio visual installation at Rawdon Cricket Club near Leeds, we also optimised the club’s existing display equipment to improve functionality and ensure a consistent viewing experience throughout the venue.

In the main room, the club’s existing LG TV screen was re-installed and positioned in the corner of the room to provide the best possible viewing angle for members. This allows guests to comfortably watch live sport and entertainment while enjoying the bar area.

We also re-installed the club’s existing projector, which now projects directly onto the wall in the main space, providing a large viewing area ideal for major sporting events and club gatherings.

To further enhance the members’ lounge, we installed an additional 55-inch TV display. This screen is integrated into the venue’s AV system so that members relaxing in the lounge can enjoy the same content as those in the main room.

HDMI Distribution System

To ensure seamless content sharing across the venue, we implemented an HDMI over CAT6 distribution system. This system uses a sender and receiver configuration to transmit video signals over network cabling, maintaining high image quality even over longer distances.

The setup allows the club’s Sky TV receiver to be distributed to all screens and the projector simultaneously.

This provides several benefits:

• The same Sky Sports and TV content can be viewed across multiple rooms

• Members in different areas of the clubhouse enjoy the same live viewing experience

• High-quality signal transmission without the limitations of long HDMI cables

A Flexible Viewing Environment

By integrating the club’s existing equipment with new AV infrastructure, the installation delivers a flexible and reliable video distribution system that complements the multi-zone audio setup.

Members can now enjoy live sport, presentations, and entertainment across multiple screens throughout the clubhouse, creating a more engaging and sociable environment for match days and club events.