Bahrain:
Time Out Market Bahrain has officially opened its doors, offering a curated lineup of 14 local award-winning chefs, up-and-coming restauranteurs and culinary gems. At the heart of the central Manama venue is an audiovisual system developed through a collaboration between PRO LAB and systems integrator PKE Gulf.The editorially curated food and cultural market follows a span of global branches opened by British media and hospitality company Time Out Group, including spots in Lisbon, New York, Montreal, Dubai and Cape Town.
Both PRO LAB and PKE Gulf were engaged to provide a solution to meet the group’s rigorous global standards. Central to the installation are sound systems from Martin Audio to ensure sound quality and comprehensive coverage throughout the venue. Key components of the system include C6.8T and C8.1T ceiling speakers and CDD series and Torus TI230 units distributed throughout the venue, complemented by SX212B subwoofers to cover the low end frequencies. The system is driven by IK42 amplifiers.
These systems work in harmony to deliver soundscapes tailored to create a welcoming and immersive atmosphere. Each area within the market, which spans across 3,000m2, is uniquely configured to operate independently, providing a customised audio experience. The system has been designed to adapt to the venue’s diverse needs, from background music that enhances the dining experience to live performances hosted via integrated DJ desks. Furthermore, both PRO LAB and PKE Gulf ensured the solution includes provisions for future scalability.
“Our partnership with PKE Gulf on this project highlights our commitment to delivering tailored solutions with industry-leading technology,” said Rami Haber, CEO of PRO LAB. “The use of Martin Audio products allowed us to craft an audio system that transforms the customer experience, ensuring every visitor to Time Out Market enjoys an unparalleled sound environment.”
Waqas Ilyas, sales director for PRO LAB, echoed those sentiments: “Being part of the Time Out Market Bahrain project has been incredibly rewarding. This installation showcases the power of high-performance technology in enhancing visitor engagement and creating memorable experiences. By working closely with PKE Gulf and leveraging Martin Audio’s cutting-edge solutions, we’ve successfully delivered a system that exceeds expectations.”
The project was a culmination of efforts between Vineeth Pavithran, Praveen Pillai and Abdul Azeez, who were instrumental in the journey from inception to completion. Moreover, since PKE Gulf delivered the project with more specified and incorporated operator requirements within the time frame, the client commented: “See you next Time Out Market project anywhere in the world.”