"For a venue this unique, we have to have the best," says Alain Phillipon, the Eiffel Tower's resident sound engineer for the past eight years, who previously worked on a Midas Heritage 1000. "I wanted the versatility of digital as we host so many different kinds of events here that we need maximum flexibility. But I also wanted to keep the warmth of the Midas sound. The PRO3 offered the perfect solution."
Once the PRO3 was installed, the sound team at the Eiffel Tower underwent initial training to put the new system through its paces in various situations, including a live concert and a recording session. "The team handled the console easily," says Phillipon. "The system architecture is clearly laid out, making FOH mixing easy to handle. The sound is really clear and warm. We are now ready to challenge it.
"Next year we are looking to completely refurbish the space, and I know that the Midas PRO3 will see us into the future," Phillipon concludes.
(Jim Evans)
