Harman audio solutions at CJ CGV Cinemas
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CJ CGV is the largest film distributor and cinema chain in Vietnam, and is one of the top five cinema brands in the world with 401 locations in seven countries. CGV calls its theatres ‘Cultureplexes’, which offer fusions of upscale shopping, dining and entertainment. In addition to standard and IMAX presentation formats, CGV Cultureplexes feature proprietary technologies, such as the multi-sensory 4DX and 270-degree panoramic ScreenX.
In order to ensure a consistent, immersive audio experience for movie-goers, CJ CGV hired Goldenduck International to install premium cinema audio systems in all of its Vietnamese locations. Goldenduck International, a Harman Professional distributor in Vietnam, supplied and integrated Harman audio systems in 24 theatres across seven CGV locations and more. Goldenduck selected JBL cinema speaker systems and Crown power amplifiers for their extended frequency response, reliable operation and accessibility.
In addition to offering diverse shopping and dining options, CJ CGV has integrated a variety of movie presentation technologies, including IMAX, 4DX and ScreenX. The sound systems Goldenduck installed in CJ CGV Cultureplexes ensure that each audience experience the same cinematic sound quality no matter which of CJ CGV theatres they enter, or whether the audio is in 5.1, 7.1 or Dolby Atmos formats.
The audio systems in each location consist of JBL 3252N and JBL 3722N two-way cinema loudspeakers, JBL 4181 single 18-inch subwoofers and JBL 8320 cinema compact surrounds. The systems are driven by Crown XLC Series power amplifiers.
(Jim Evans)
