The Teatro Real implements Lawo's IP infrastructure

He Royal Theater of Madrid has elevated its audio production with the recent integration of immersive audio technology from Theirs investing in state-of-the-art systems that establish a new standard of innovation and quality in opera venues.

Awarded the 2021 International Opera Award for Best Opera House in the World, the Teatro Real has undergone a technical upgrade to meet the demands of modern productions, while preserving its rich heritage.

Since its inauguration in 1850, the Royal Theater has continued to evolve, with the last renovation completed in 1997. Now, with the installation of Lawo's audio infrastructure, the institution is equipped to master the current and future audio demands of everything from opera productions to concerts and dance recitals.

The Royal Theater chose Lawo IP audio solutions by acquiring cOnsolas Lawo mc², stage boxes, plataforma HOME y routing units to improve your audio capabilities. The integration was executed by Telefónica which had network infrastructure based on Cisco.

Key components of the upgrade include two mc²56 MkIII consoles with 32 faders y uthe mc256 MkIII has 16 faders, powered by six A__UHD Core audio processing engines in redundant design, each of them with 1024 DSP processing channels. Perfectly integrated with the server SoundGrid of Waves, these consoles provide operators with access to Waves' extensive plug-in library for real-time signal processing, allowing them to conveniently control reverbs, multi-tap delays, graphic equalizers and multi-band compressors directly through the console's keyboard and touch screen. All plug-in settings can be easily stored and recalled with console snapshots.

A simple and efficient workflow

The consoles are integrated and supported by the existing audio infrastructure through stageboxes de audio con Lawo A__stage64/80. This combination and integration through HOME management platform Lawo solutions for IP-based media infrastructures ensure fluid communication and one efficient distribution of audio signals throughout the theater infrastructure. The setup features desktop mirroring and signal ownership, resulting in an easy-to-use and efficient workflow in optimizing console configuration for different purposes and flexible resource usage.

Fernando Valiente Uceda, Head of Audiovisual Resources, states that "the Lawo mc²56 MkIII consoles were the natural choice for the upgrade of the Teatro Real's audio infrastructure. Their unrivaled performance and modular design not only meet the demands of our current productions, but also offer flexibility for future projects. All tables can now access the same central infrastructure, which we consider a great step forward for our workflow." And he adds that "this technical renovation not only underlines Teatro Real's unwavering pursuit of artistic excellence, but also exemplifies its commitment to cutting-edge technology to enrich the audience's experience. At a time when immersive audio is increasingly integral to the theatrical landscape, Teatro Real's investment in state-of-the-art systems sets a new standard for innovation and quality."