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UBS Arena Elevates Fan Experience with State-of-the-Art JBL Audio System

UBS Arena, the state-of-the-art venue in Long Island, New York, required a world-class audio solution to provide exceptional sound experiences for a variety of events, from NHL games to concerts and corporate events. The challenge was to design an audio system that met high standards for performance, budget, and space. As Scott Bray, Consultant at Wrightson, Johnson, Haddon & Williams, Inc., explained, “The versatility of the JBL system met the requirements in terms of budget, SPL, performance, and fitting into the grid.” This versatile JBL setup ensures an immersive audio experience for every attendee.

 

 

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UBS Arena: A multi-purpose venue for world-class events

Opened in 2021, UBS Arena is a premier indoor venue located in Long Island, New York, with a seating capacity of 19,000. It serves as the home of the NHL’s New York Islanders and hosts a range of events including basketball games, concerts, corporate functions, and professional wrestling broadcasts. To meet the demands of this multi-functional space, UBS Arena required an advanced audio system capable of delivering exceptional sound quality across its various events.

The engineering behind exceptional sound quality


The system incorporates over 950 JBL loudspeakers, which include a diverse range of models to cater to different venue needs. Key components of the system are eight main bowl arrays featuring JBL VTX A12 line array speakers, which deliver exceptional clarity and volume throughout the arena.

Complementing these arrays are JBL S28 subwoofers, providing deep, impactful bass that enhances the overall sound quality. Additionally, the setup includes a variety of other loudspeakers, such as PD Series, AWC Series, and VRX Series models strategically placed in balcony, concourse, back-of-house, and delay positions.

The entire system is powered by a robust array of Crown amplifiers, featuring 56 I-Tech 4X3500HD amplifiers for high-performance output, alongside DCI Series amplifiers for additional coverage. Signal processing and network control are managed using advanced BSS Soundweb London devices, including 13 BLU-806 signal processors and various BLU I/O expanders.

This intricate integration ensures seamless communication between all components, enabling precise audio control and a truly immersive experience for fans and attendees alike.

Flexible design meets the requirements of modern arenas

"We are a multifunction arena, hosting everything from hockey and basketball to large concerts and corporate events,” said Brian Jones, AV Systems Engineer at UBS Arena. “The VTX Series speakers in the bowl fill the arena with amazing sound for sporting events, pumping up the crowd and delivering crystal-clear PA announcements."

One of the standout features of the JBL system is its integration with HARMAN Audio Architect, allowing seamless communication between the JBL speakers, Crown amplifiers, and BSS DSP. “Everything talks to each other well and integrates easily,” noted Jones. "We can orchestrate all aspects of the system through HARMAN's platform, ensuring optimal performance for every event."

Designed with flexibility in mind, the JBL VTX system meets the growing needs of modern arenas, where large video scoreboards limit available rigging space. "We specified the A12s for their compact size and high SPL output," said Scott Bray, Consultant at WJHW. “The system needed to fit into the tight rigging grid while delivering the high-performance sound the ownership group wanted—sound quality that rivals, and even exceeds, Madison Square Garden."

UBS Arena’s system features eight stereo clusters around the scoreboard, each delay individually powered for a time-aligned experience throughout the arena. This configuration allows concert crews to integrate their own audio setups, while maintaining a seamless, fully synchronised sound experience.


Redefining stadium audio for modern fans

Whether it’s a New York Islanders hockey game or a live concert, the JBL audio system at UBS Arena delivers sound that fans can feel. "When good sound hits you, it’s a physical experience,” said Jones. “The JBL system delivers volume with clarity, creating a rich, immersive audio experience without discomfort."

UBS Arena is now equipped with a state-of-the-art audio solution, setting new benchmarks in stadium and arena sound for the future.

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