Nestled in the lush, mountainous Puncak region just 60 km south of Jakarta, the new Enchanting Valley nature-themed park faces a dual challenge: captivating visitors with a unique theatrical experience while battling Indonesia’s notoriously unpredictable tropical climate. The solution? A carefully camouflaged L-Acoustics A Series professional sound system that disappears into the natural surroundings while delivering crystal-clear audio that stands up to humidity, rain, and intense heat.
“Indonesia’s weather poses significant challenges for outdoor audio installations,” explained Nazar Nazwan, Applications Manager at PT Gracia Auvindo, L-Acoustics Certified Partner for Indonesia. “With intense tropical downpours and humidity levels that can damage standard equipment, we needed a system with exceptional durability without sacrificing sound quality. The IP55-rated A10i was the perfect match for these demanding conditions.”
The 500-seat outdoor theatre at the heart of the 22-hectare park hosts the daily ‘Lila Show’ musical – an educational performance about nature conservation featuring choreographed dancers and actors performing in a mystical forest setting. This centrepiece attraction required audio that could withstand daily operation in challenging conditions while blending seamlessly with the natural aesthetics of the venue.
Following a competitive shootout where multiple sound systems were evaluated, Gracia Auvindo’s L-Acoustics A10i solution won over park management with its combination of weather resistance, sonic clarity, and discreet visual profile.
“Our design challenge went beyond just sound coverage,” Nazar noted. “We worked meticulously with the venue’s artistic team to camouflage the entire system within the natural elements of the stage. The compact form factor of the A10i allowed us to integrate the speakers into the stage’s forest-inspired design elements – hiding technology while enhancing the captivating experience.”
The installed system features two L-Acoustics A10i Focus over one A10i Wide per side, with four KS21i subwoofers flown in the middle for extended low-frequency impact. The entire configuration is powered by two LA4X amplified controllers and was precisely designed using L-Acoustics Soundvision software to ensure uniform coverage across the semi-circular seating arrangement.
The Soundvision modelling proved critical not only for acoustic performance but also for navigating the structural integration with the venue’s natural elements. “We had to consider both the technical requirements and aesthetic goals,” added Nazar. “The system needed to deliver powerful, clear sound while appearing to grow naturally from the stage environment.”
The IP55 rating – indicating protection against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets from any direction – ensures the system will maintain performance integrity through Indonesia’s rainy seasons and high humidity, a crucial factor for a permanent outdoor installation that operates year-round.
“Visitors are completely transported into the mystical forest world of the ‘Lila Show’ without visual distractions from obvious technology,” Nazar said. “Yet the sound envelops them with exceptional clarity and impact – essential for theatrical performances that blend music, narration, and choreographed dance routines in this unique outdoor setting.”
The success of the installation has already prompted Taman Safari management to consider L-Acoustics systems for other venue developments within the expanding theme park. “They’re impressed not just with the audio performance, but with how the entire system withstands our challenging climate while enhancing rather than distracting from the natural experience they’ve created,” concluded Nazar.
