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Friday, October 31, 2025
1923 In Las Vegas Turns Up The Atmosphere With Optimal Audio
ProSoundWeb: Evoking the spirit of a 1920s speakeasy hidden within the surroundings of The Venetian Casino in Las Vegas, the venue 1923 sets the stage for live jazz and soft swing reinforced by an Optimal Audio ecosystem in a project by integrator DesignO’s Emaan.
3 comments:
Maxwell Hamilton
said...
It always makes me happy to read about system creation. There's so much work and thought that has to go into the creation of these sound systems. Look up any video about system tuning to get an idea. I think Optimal sound was a great choice for an establishment like this one. They specialize in DSPs which are great for restaurant spaces because they allow for control of the audio in distinct zones, and they provide great usability without having to be a trained engineer, DSPs like the one being used here are able to do all the jobs of a digital mixer, and even automate some of them. It was actually super fun to do some more research on a topic like this because I always believed that DSPs would be inferior to just having a real mixer, but today I guess I was wrong. I guess I'm going to be adding that concept of DSPs to my tool box from now on
I love how the 1923 venue in Las Vegas mixes old-school charm with modern technology. The idea of stepping into a 1920s-style speakeasy, complete with live jazz and soft swing, already sounds amazing—but pairing that vibe with such a high-end sound system really takes it to another level. What stood out to me was how carefully the designers thought about flexibility. Each zone can run its own audio, which means the place can shift moods depending on what’s happening—like a magic show in one room and smooth jazz in another. I also liked how Emaan emphasized the difference the new system made; it shows how much sound quality can shape the whole experience of a space. It’s cool to see technology being used not just for power or volume, but to make the atmosphere feel more alive and connected to the theme of the venue. This really has become a major topic of interest for me, which is even more surprising because I often don't think of sound-related elements when it comes to more specific entertainment spaces such as a speakeasy replica.
I’ve never been a fan of casinos or the similar concept of Las Vegas, but I can’t deny the entertainment industry there is very strong. This system sounds so cool and interesting in ways I can’t understand yet. I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of immersive sound engineering, and this venue seems to go above and beyond in that area. I also love the idea that the separate zones for sound can be operated to play different media or even types of sounds when necessary. A lot of time and consideration was clearly put into this project. They also seem to have gone all out on the equipment they installed, conveying how strong the audio quality is compared to their other venues. This article is definitely a great advertisement for Optimal Audio, even if it’s not trying to be one (though it probably is). I’ll definitely keep my eye out for this company in the future.
3 comments:
It always makes me happy to read about system creation. There's so much work and thought that has to go into the creation of these sound systems. Look up any video about system tuning to get an idea. I think Optimal sound was a great choice for an establishment like this one. They specialize in DSPs which are great for restaurant spaces because they allow for control of the audio in distinct zones, and they provide great usability without having to be a trained engineer, DSPs like the one being used here are able to do all the jobs of a digital mixer, and even automate some of them. It was actually super fun to do some more research on a topic like this because I always believed that DSPs would be inferior to just having a real mixer, but today I guess I was wrong. I guess I'm going to be adding that concept of DSPs to my tool box from now on
I love how the 1923 venue in Las Vegas mixes old-school charm with modern technology. The idea of stepping into a 1920s-style speakeasy, complete with live jazz and soft swing, already sounds amazing—but pairing that vibe with such a high-end sound system really takes it to another level. What stood out to me was how carefully the designers thought about flexibility. Each zone can run its own audio, which means the place can shift moods depending on what’s happening—like a magic show in one room and smooth jazz in another. I also liked how Emaan emphasized the difference the new system made; it shows how much sound quality can shape the whole experience of a space. It’s cool to see technology being used not just for power or volume, but to make the atmosphere feel more alive and connected to the theme of the venue. This really has become a major topic of interest for me, which is even more surprising because I often don't think of sound-related elements when it comes to more specific entertainment spaces such as a speakeasy replica.
I’ve never been a fan of casinos or the similar concept of Las Vegas, but I can’t deny the entertainment industry there is very strong. This system sounds so cool and interesting in ways I can’t understand yet. I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of immersive sound engineering, and this venue seems to go above and beyond in that area. I also love the idea that the separate zones for sound can be operated to play different media or even types of sounds when necessary. A lot of time and consideration was clearly put into this project. They also seem to have gone all out on the equipment they installed, conveying how strong the audio quality is compared to their other venues. This article is definitely a great advertisement for Optimal Audio, even if it’s not trying to be one (though it probably is). I’ll definitely keep my eye out for this company in the future.
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