RCF is redefining audio for Milan's large public spaces

Milan - RCF is amplifying the sound experience in the city's futuristic new CityLife redevelopment project, with articulated audio diffusion for the public areas and a complete centralised sound system in the Allianz Tower. CityLife is located in the Fiera di Milano district, and brings together public and private spaces, luxury homes, three skyscrapers and a modern shopping centre, with access to the "Tre Torri" Metro station. The 170,000 square metre public space also includes green parks and leisure facilities. The entire area is pedestrianised, with an underground traffic and car parking system.

RCF delivered the audio system for CityLife's outside spaces. The design and colours of the speakers used are organically linked to the architectural style of the district, for maximum aesthetic continuity. The sound diffusion is managed using powerful DXT 9000 processors, in compliance with the EN 54 safety standard for evacuation announcements. An entertainment music system delivering refined acoustic performance was also installed.

The district's tallest skyscraper is the Allianz Tower: at 207 metres, 50 floors high, it accommodates up to 3800 people in its vast office space. RCF has developed an audio system with one amplifier per floor, plus the relative speakers. Each individual property can therefore independently control its musical contributions. The DXT 9000 system manages the connection between the various amplifiers and the matrices. Flexicomm BUS technology, developed exclusively by RCF, manages data traffic using copper cables, while audio signals are shared on the Dante network via fibre optics.

The hall is equipped with an advanced automatic volume adjustment system. By analysing the ambient noise, the diffused audio is adapted to ensure maximum acoustic comfort and optimum intelligibility. CityLife is one of the largest urban development areas in Europe. An example of the value, innovation and efficiency of RCF technologies.