Joe Pizzo Brings Sound to the Fremont Street Experience in Las Vegas with TT+ Audio's GTX SystemWith the implementation of an advanced TT+ Audio GTX system from RCF, the Fremont Street Experience in Las Vegas has elevated the live music performance experience it offers its visitors. Spearheading this upgrade is Joe Pizzo, Fremont Street Experience director of entertainment operations, who has been instrumental in delivering sound to the thousands of visitors and performers that make Fremont Street a global destination. The GTX 12 system was installed on the Fremont Street Experience's 3rd Street stage, which is the main stage of the venue. The setup includes a left-right hang of nine GTX 12 three-way line array module units per side, currently supported by TTS 56-A subwoofers. The system is powered and tuned by XPS 16K four channel DSP amplifiers. Pizzo's relationship with RCF spans over a decade, beginning in 2013 when he first mixed on an RCF HDL 20-A active line array module rig during Fremont Street's New Year's Eve celebration. Reflecting on that pivotal moment, Pizzo remarks, "I was blown away with the sound quality, the carry. The crowd loved it, the band loved it. It was such a great experience, and that marked the beginning of our partnership with RCF." "The GTX system is a game-changer," says Pizzo. "The quality of this GTX 12 box is unsurpassed, competing with the biggest names in the industry. The punch and clarity, particularly in the mid range, are phenomenal." The GTX system has already proven itself in high-profile performances on Fremont Street, including shows by Sublime with Rome, Common Kings, Chris Janson, and Neon Trees during the Neon City Festival. The All-American Rejects' recent performance drew a crowd of over 12,000 people, with Pizzo noting, "The rig carried well over 100' behind front-of-house with complete clarity. Visiting front-of-house engineers have been overwhelmingly positive, and I've never seen such universal praise for a system." The transition to the GTX system was seamless. "Swapping out the previous RCF HDL 50 rig and flying the new GTX boxes took only a few hours. Configuration and tuning were intuitive, with RDNet system management utilized for time alignment and tuning," explains Pizzo. The system's precision and versatility make it well-suited for everything from local bands and DJs to large-scale headliner shows. In addition to the GTX 12 system, the Fremont Street Experience features a robust audio infrastructure with over 300 RCF loudspeakers throughout its mall system, including HDL 20s and 30s, as well as active subwoofers like the 8005s and 8006s. Q-SYS serves as the primary control mechanism for the venue, ensuring seamless audio integration. Pizzo emphasizes RCF's support as a key factor in their success: "RCF's partnership goes way beyond installation. From top-level technical support to equipment maintenance, they've always been there for us. This flagship GTX system exemplifies what RCF is capable of, going forward, and I'm very proud to be part of this journey." www.rcf-usa.com
TT+ Audio GTX line array system
TT+ Audio GTX 12 three-way line array module
RCF RDNet sound system management and control software 
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