High-Performance Audio Installation at Car Condo in Austin, Texas
Interior of Car Condo
A new audio installation at for a private car condo in Austin, Texas, brings together performance, design, and atmosphere through a system designed and integrated by Keystone Digital.
The space, which blends a showroom-style environment with an elevated mezzanine level, called for a system that could deliver consistent coverage, strong low-frequency support, and a listening experience that feels energetic across the entire room.
From the start, the goal was to create a system that felt as good as it sounded—something impactful, but still comfortable to spend time in. The team needed to design for background listening as well as capacity for interactive events and parties.
The system combines Level L38 loudspeakers with Contour CT28 point sources to create consistent, full-range coverage across the main floor and mezzanine areas. Cannon C6s are deployed as fill in the mezzanine and surrounding areas, extending coverage and maintaining tonal consistency throughout the space.
Low-frequency support comes from a combination of SUB310 and SUB10 subwoofers, delivering even, well-distributed low-frequency energy throughout the space, with a sense of impact that does not overpower the room.
“The system sounds fantastic. I’m very impressed with the SUB310 and the single 10s for that matter. The sub energy in the space was very luxurious everywhere,” said Garth Helm, Sound Designer and Audio Consultant. “I was very pleased with the cohesive interaction between the L38s and the CT28s. They complement each other very well. The C6s completed the synchronicity.”
Notably, the system required minimal system EQ to achieve the desired result. A slight room EQ was applied, largely due to the strong acoustic performance of the installed ceiling treatment.
“A very slight room EQ was needed due to the SoundPly ceiling installation’s excellent acoustic performance. I can’t praise that product more if I owned the company… amazing results,” Helm added.
In addition to performance, visual integration played a role in the final design. Select loudspeakers, including the L38s, CT28s, and SUB310s, are being updated with custom red grilles to align with the aesthetic of the space, while other elements remain in black to complement the mezzanine design.
The system was showcased during the venue’s ribbon cutting event, where guests experienced the full impact of the installation. The response was immediate, with strong feedback from both the client and attendees as DJ Roman performed in the space.
Following the success of this project, additional work is already being discussed for a neighboring unit, continuing the collaboration between the client and Keystone Digital.
