August 15, 2024

Allen & Heath, a distinguished British producer of professional audio mixing consoles, is thrilled to reveal its partnership with Royal Caribbean International to augment the sonic experience on the first-of-its-kind combination of the best of every vacation – Icon of the Seas. This cooperation incorporates Allen & Heath’s wide range of audio technology throughout Icon and its eight neighborhoods that are destinations in themselves.

Standout features of this partnership are entertainment venues Absolute Zero and Music Hall, which both showcase Allen & Heath’s cutting-edge S5000 Mixer. This sophisticated audio apparatus provides a pristine sound that enhances Absolute Zero’s elite ice skaters’ visually impressive and energetic performances in the most expansive ice arena at sea, and it helps keep the dance floor alive for rock bands and DJs late into the night at Music Hall.

Atop of Icon is the AquaDome neighborhood, home to the AquaTheater, which features deck-defying entertainment with the cruise line’s marquee aqua shows. Central to this experience is the Allen & Heath C1500 Mixing Surface, ensuring flawless audio for every show. High divers, skateboarders, aerialists, slackliners, synchronized swimmers and more come together to bring to life a one-of-a-kind show, all with perfectly balanced sound. The C1500’s precise control over audio channels elevates every sensory experience, from dynamic shows to serene lounge spots in The Overlook, making AquaDome an unforgettable destination that transforms the way vacationers experience entertainment.

Allen & Heath’s SQ-5 Mixers form the core of a lineup of other live music and entertainment venues, including Boleros, The Attic, Dueling Pianos and Lou’s Jazz ‘n Blues. These mixers guarantee flawless sound quality for animating the Latin rhythms in Boleros, comedy acts in The Attic, energetic piano battles in Dueling Pianos, and jazz pop throughout the evening at Lou’s Jazz ‘n Blues.

Upscale restaurants and bars, such as Empire Supper Club, Schooner Bar, and 1400 Lobby Bar, are outfitted with Allen & Heath Qu-SB Mixers. This first-rate audio technology enriches the ambiance, merging rich flavors with lively music for a truly captivating experience.

“When Icon of the Seas was in its genesis, we were fortunate to present an introduction to Allen & Heath’s newest, flagship, 96kHhz dLive audio mixing platform to Royal Caribbean,” explains Allen & Heath Sales Manager, Kevin Madden. “The high-resolution audio, myriad of configuration possibilities and ease of operation with dLive as well as familiar workflow among all product series presents a unique continuity for production staff that may be tasked with maintaining and operating audio in any variety of venues.”

Allen & Heath’s audio mixers are acclaimed for their dependability and superior performance, making them a favored choice for dynamic settings such as cruise ships. With an emphasis on seamless integration, these audio solutions enhance the aesthetics while offering vacationers unmatched sound quality and entertainment experiences.