Located in the upscale Elysee mall complex within Jakarta’s Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD), Blaze Jakarta is setting new standards in the region for live music entertainment. The sophisticated music lounge, which opened its doors with a capacity of 250 guests, has positioned itself as the capital city’s premier destination for discerning music enthusiasts, powered by a professional L-Acoustics A Series sound system.
“The goal was clear from the start – to establish Blaze as the benchmark for exceptional live music standards in the capital city,” explains Hendra Halim, Project Manager and Systems Engineer at L-Acoustics Certified Partner for Indonesia, PT Gracia Auvindo.
Premium Venue Design Meets Diverse Programming
The venue’s sophisticated design caters to its highly targeted SCBD clientele with two distinct spaces: a wide, first-floor area accommodating up to 250 seated guests, complemented by an exclusive second-floor VIP section offering personalised service in private areas for groups of up to ten. “Blaze’s commitment to variety extends beyond their physical space to their musical offerings,” notes Mr. Hendra. “By curating different genres each night and incorporating DJ performances in between live band sets, they look to keep patrons longing to return for its unique entertainment and dining.”
After experiencing L-Acoustics audio solutions at an industry exhibition, the Blaze management team knew they had found the perfect match for their premium lifestyle brand. However, the installation presented specific challenges, including limited rigging points.
A Professional Sound System to Address Installation Challenges
“The ability to visualise the sound distribution throughout the space with L-Acoustics Soundvision 3D modeling software gave us a preview of the results of the system’s performance before installation,” Mr. Hendra explains. Working closely with L-Acoustics APAC Application Engineers, the Gracia Auvindo team determined that the compact dimensions and weight of L-Acoustics A10 boxes would provide the optimal solution, delivering ideal SPL and coverage throughout, while meeting the venue’s physical constraints.
L-Acoustics A Series Delivers Tour-Grade Sound
The final installation features a main L/R system of two L-Acoustics A10i Focus and one A10i Wide per side, complemented by six L-Acoustics KS21i subwoofers placed under the stage. Four L-Acoustics 5XT boxes provide front-fill from the stage lip, while L-Acoustics X12 speakers deliver out-fill on either side of the L/R hangs. Four 5XT boxes are distributed under the balcony, with another two ensuring coverage by the lounge bar. The first-floor system is driven by four LA4X amplified controllers. The VIP areas each feature two L-Acoustics 5XT boxes and one SB15m subwoofer, powered by a single LA4X amplified controller.
“In a sprawling city as vibrant and diverse as Jakarta, providing a premium entertainment experience that sets new standards for music venues is crucial to success,” concludes Mr. Hendra. “The L-Acoustics A Series, with its signature sound and tour-level, premium quality, will help Blaze Lounge achieve that goal.”
