QAV Lines Up with L-AcousticsThe UK-based audio visual specialist QAV has purchased an L-Acoustics Kiva Kilo line array system to add to its rental department's already substantial stock. The company, based in a custom-built HQ in Cambridgeshire, works with clients in the UK, Europe, and worldwide, primarily in the corporate events and conferences market, with audiences ranging from 100 to 2,000 attendees. Co-founder and director Ed Noble comments: "We were looking for a modular line source system capable of handling larger corporate events. The fact that Kiva Kilo is modular means we can use the system in a wide range of event situations." The L-Acoustics system, he adds, was chosen after trialling several similar line array products. "We were very impressed with the overall quality of the Kiva Kilo system. Its clarity of sound as well as the quick and efficient rigging system were the main selling points for us," he says, adding: "We have seen an increased request for larger scale shows, with more demanding audio requirements, in the last 12 months and we wanted a robust product that could stand up to day to day production experiences." The system was supplied by Stage Electrics; Noble comments: "We have a long-standing relationship with Stage Electrics, and the sales team have been very helpful throughout. When choosing a supplier after sales service is as important as the initial price; this is something we, too, instill into our clients: that the word 'service' shouldn't be undervalued, as it's what sets us apart from others." A well-established network of companies, including Stage Electrics' rental department, is available to supplement the Kiva Kilo system if required. "The Kiva Kilo purchase marks another step in QAV's growth," says Noble. "We're delighted with its performance and the fact that it enables us to bring our service to a broader range of clients." 
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