VTX training rocks Myanmar
Published: ASIA
MYANMAR: The dedicated technical team for rock band, Iron Cross, recently attended a training seminar following the band’s purchase of a JBL VTX V25-ll line array system. The sale, which was facilitated by Harman distributor, SKM Mahajak, came as a result of the band’s schedule of constant shows and a decision to adopt their own system.
The training took place in Yangon and was conducted over three days by Harman regional sales manager, Yusof Ahmad. As well as covering the VTX V25-ll, tuition for the VTX S28 cardioid-arrayable subwoofer, the STX 815M which doubles as either an FOH loudspeaker system or as an extended range floor monitor, and Vrack2 was provided. Also in attendance were some of the Iron Cross band members.
The first day of training introduced audio fundamentals and was run as an interactive workshop, laying the foundation for day two, which began with line source theory. Attendees were taught how to interpret and transfer the necessary data into the JBL LAC-ll, which reportedly enables simulation of a variety of VTX and Vertec arrays. The band, whose hits include Live For Now, and their technical team were the taught to identify how JBL VTX systems can be setup in different array configurations and when each is to be used.
‘Because not every attendee had prior audio training, jumping straight into line source theory and VTX technology would not be an effective approach,’ explained Mr Ahmad. ‘The training developed into an interactive session in which attendees became active respondents, rather than passive observers.’
The third day involved applying the previous days’ gained knowledge into a practical assessment. The trainees were tasked with designing a venue’s system during a simulation of a performance day, with everyone appointed a role such as technical director, system design or rigging crew. The group had been asked to conduct a site-study during the previous day, which included the locating of an FOH position. The final LAC-ll design decided upon was then transferred into JBL’s Performance Manager software, which is designed to configure networked audio systems.
‘All in all, it was a good three days,’ concluded Mr Ahmad. ‘Everyone was happy because they were able to apply what they had learnt during the first two days, putting them into practice on the final day.