Project Overview
Karol from B.A.C Electrical contacted us for a design and supply of equipment to The Mediterranean, a vibrant and authentic Mediterranean restaurant in Norwich. They needed to upgrade their existing sound system, which was no longer meeting the demands of the venue. As a lively, characterful restaurant, the quality and atmosphere created by the audio system was important to the overall dining experience — the new system needed to deliver warm, high-quality sound that complemented the restaurant's welcoming environment.
The system also needed to be zonal, providing independent control over the main dining space and a separate private dining room available for private parties and celebrations. Audio Volt designed a solution running in low-impedance configuration to maximise output and performance across all areas.
The Sound System Explained
HH Audio MZ-280Q 4-Zone Amplifier
The HH Audio MZ-280Q forms the backbone of the system, delivering four independent zones of 280W Class D power. The main dining area was split across three of these zones and run in low-impedance, achieving greater output and improved audio performance throughout the space.
The private dining room was assigned its own dedicated zone (also run in low-impedance) giving staff independent volume and input control for party bookings and private events. This configuration gives the venue complete flexibility to tailor the audio in each area to suit the occasion.
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Biamp CM20T 6.5" Ceiling Speakers
Twelve of these premium ceiling speakers were installed across the main dining area and private dining room. The CM20T's slim, discreet profile in black allowed them to blend seamlessly into the restaurant's décor without compromising the aesthetic. Despite their low-profile design, they deliver a crystal-clear sound with a punchy, well-defined bass response, well suited to a restaurant environment where the quality of the listening experience matters as much as the quality of the food.
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Multifunctional Bluetooth Streamer
Two Bluetooth streamers were installed to provide simple, flexible audio playback for staff. Each unit supports both Bluetooth connectivity for wireless streaming from mobile devices and hard-wired inputs for connecting other source equipment, keeping day-to-day operation straightforward and hassle-free.
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A 100-metre drum of TruSound 16/2 low-smoke halogen-free speaker cable was used throughout the installation, providing safe, reliable connections between the amplifier and all twelve ceiling speakers across both areas of the restaurant.
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Equipment List
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1 x HH Audio MZ-280Q 4-Zone Class D Mixer Amplifier, 4 x 280W
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12 x Biamp CM20T 6.5" Ceiling Speakers in Black
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2 x Multifunctional Bluetooth Streamers
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1 x 100m Drum TruSound 16/2 2-Core 1.5mm LSHF Speaker Cable
Project Outcome
The completed system has transformed the audio experience at The Mediterranean, delivering the warm, high-quality sound the restaurant required to create the right atmosphere for their guests.
With four independently controlled zones, staff can effortlessly manage the ambience across the main dining space and private dining room, adjusting volumes and sources to suit everything from a quiet midweek lunch to a lively private celebration. The customer was delighted with the result, and the system is built to serve the restaurant reliably for many years to come.
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