Miami’s La Tropical Brewery

Miami’s La Tropical Brewery Installs DAS Audio Loudspeakers

Cerveceria La Tropical worked with Sound Investment Audio on a sound system that includes DAS Audio WR, Artec, and Vantec series loudspeakers.

Cuba’s oldest brewery, Cerveceria La Tropical (www.cervecerialatropical.com) dates back to the year 1888 when La Tropical founded the Cuban beer industry. After the relocation of the founding family to Miami, Cuba’s oldest brewery is now one of Miami’s most vibrant business. Sound Investment Audio, a design / build AV integration and live event production handled the audio system design and installation led by Jon Raymond, Sound Investment’s Chicago‐based National Project Manager, who participated in the design, planning and installation of Cerveceria La Tropical’s new sound system in February 2021, which included systems drawn from the WR, Artec, and Vantec series of DAS Audio.

“Cerveceria La Tropical’s inside areas make up roughly 17,550 square feet and include the brewery and bar in addition to table seating,” Raymond explained. “This inside area is where the beer tasting, and dining take place. The outside area includes a 5,850 square foot courtyard measuring 130 by 45 feet, with tables and a stage area located at the far end of the space. The stage faces the length of the area and musical entertainment includes a combination of performing bands and DJs.”

10 DAS Artec‐308 2‐way passive point source loudspeakers—wall mounted—were deployed throughout the inside area. For low frequency support, the installation crew also installed two Vantec‐18 bass reflex passive subwoofers, which are positioned on the floor.

Outside, the stage area is equipped with 8 WR‐320‐DX 2‐way passive line arrays—with four enclosures per side. Low frequency support is supplied by 4 WR‐218S‐DX weather resistant subwoofers that are positioned underneath the stage. Additionally, there are 4 ACTION M‐12A Active 12‐inch 1000 W stage monitors.

 “When we design a system for a venue like this, our strategy is to provide the best possible value to the client, while maintaining sound quality,” remarks Raymond, “because without this, you’ll never retain the customers. In this regard, DAS loudspeakers provide the clarity and dispersion characteristics we specify, so the sound coverage is consistent throughout. DAS Audio build quality is another important consideration. The company makes rugged, durable equipment and the weatherized WR series enclosures are a great example of that. Equally important, the hardware / flyware for all DAS Audio loudspeakers is terrific—and this makes the installation process considerably easier.”

“This project has been a tremendous success”, Raymond concluded. “There have been several great reviews in the local publications and the outdoor stage with live music is a big draw. Business is booming and, as a result, management is really happy. I believe this project has been a positive experience for all involved—and DAS Audio is a part of this success.”

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