Niagara Parks Power Station Elevates Visitor Experience with 1 SOUNDThe Niagara Parks Power Station in Niagara Falls, Ontario, has evolved from an industrial powerhouse to an immersive museum that blends history, technology, and storytelling. Two new exhibits were introduced: the Tesla Coil Exhibit and the Niagara Parks Tunnel, which needed an advanced audio solution involving 1 SOUND loudspeakers. Branch AV, based in Ottawa and Toronto, was contracted to design and install a high-performance audio system for both exhibits. The goal was to create an audio setup that could handle live demonstrations, video projections, ambient experiences, and private events while delivering exceptional sound quality. The Tesla Coil Exhibit presented several challenges. The museum's industrial structure, featuring tall ceilings, glass walls, and permanent metal structures, creates a challenging acoustic environment. To handle these issues, 1 SOUND Tower LCC44 loudspeakers are the primary left and right speakers, supported by two Tower LF44 low-frequency extension columns. This setup provided full-range, high-fidelity sound with exceptional clarity, perfect for the museum's dynamic, multi-purpose needs. The LCC44s' cardioid properties ensure that sound doesn't bleed into other exhibit areas or reverberate off the metal alternator structure where the speakers were mounted. These properties are especially important for the Tesla Coil Exhibit, where presentations take place daily in front of the loudspeakers. The LF44s provide balanced and melodic low-end response, enhancing music playback and speech clarity. The setup also includes a Shure Beta 58A wireless microphone used by museum staff for hourly presentations. This microphone ensured clear communication with visitors even when there may be louder ambient room noise, the company says. Branch AV worked closely with 1 SOUND's hardware to create custom mounts for the Tower speakers, which were securely installed inside the alternator structure. The compact size of the LCC44 allowed for this precise placement while maintaining a clean aesthetic for the exhibit. The LCC44s' true line array design also prevents feedback, essential for ensuring that presenters can walk directly in front of the speakers without issues. In the Tunnel Exhibit, located in a carved-out space beneath Niagara Falls, the audio design needed to overcome the constant exposure to moisture. The tunnel's construction exposed the system to significant water flow, making waterproof, durable equipment a necessity. 1 SOUND's IP55-rated speakers, including LCC44 towers and WSUB45 subwoofers, were a suitable choice for this wet environment. The long-throw capability of the Tower Series minimizes the number of loudspeakers required while ensuring deep, immersive sound throughout the tunnel. The WSUB45 subwoofers, designed to be weather-resistant, deliver low-end response, further enhancing the sensory experience for visitors traveling through the tunnel. "The Niagara Parks Power Station is charging ahead in creating interactive experiences for its visitors," says George Puthenkulam, partner, Branch AV. "For their latest exhibits, we provided streamlined AV systems tailored to each unique space, enhancing the storytelling behind the technology. The 1 SOUND Tower Series was the perfect fit for the Tesla Exhibit, delivering exceptional full-range clarity and power. Presenters walk directly in front of the speakers, and there's no feedback! With 1 SOUND, we've achieved what we proudly believe to be the best museum sound." 
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