SOUND SYSTEM DESIGN is the
name for the consultancy services of BITS
& PIECES, which was
formed in 1986 by Simon Kahn, a Chartered Engineer with 20 years
experience in broadcasting and performance engineering and
operations at the highest level. Our main expertise is in the
design and specification of sound systems for performance,
broadcast and public buildings and associated acoustics and
project management issues, including environmental acoustic
assessments.
Projects have ranged from simple advice for home studio acoustics
to a complete reigonal television centre. We also have experience
of critical timetable projects, such as the complete
refurbishment of the stage management control systems for the two
main theatres at the National Theatre's South Bank complex
without the loss of any performances.
We believe that projects should be designed to support users
under pressure, not just to meet specifications. Programmes and
productions often make demands on the facilities that were not
envisaged at the outset of the project. This is not just a matter
of delivering 'on time and on budget'. The key to being able to
offer practical solutions to creative requirements lies in
understanding both the needs of the user, and the possibilities
of technical equipment or acoustic environment, whatever the
scale of the project. Too often, the users know what they wish to
achieve, but are unsure of the technical details required for a
fully functioning system, whilst Engineers and sales staff know
the equipment, but do not understand the specific needs of
theatre and radio users. SOUND SYSTEM DESIGN can
bridge this gap and convert a requirement into a fully functional
system. This may involve pushing the available technology to its
limits, but may also involve simplifying a design to ensure
efficient operation by non-technical users.
Services offered include
Feasibility studies
Measurement and reports for planning/environmental requirements
Preparation of specifications
Tender appraisal
Contract supervision
Detailed design
Project management
Commissioning
Investigations
Technical writing
Training and instruction
More information will
follow, but for now you can look at a list of past projects
Where a complete package, or solution is required, we can
assemble a team of specialists to offer a complete 'one-stop'
service. We regularly work with leading contractors and
consultants but retain our independence so that we can always
offer the solution that is in the client's best interests. Where
all or part of a project is outside our scope, we will be happy
to recommend other specialists.
SOUND SYSTEM DESIGN's expertise and experience can benefit any stage of a project, including remedial work, but the greatest benefit is usually obtained by involvement at an early stage.
Please E-mail Simon
Kahn or phone on +44 (0)1273-814616
to discuss your requirements.
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Created: 31 January 1996, 09:10:42 Last Updated: 20 Feb 2003