P r e vi o us : B a n ia Mu sic C lu b’s pr ima r y d a n c e f l o or is f it t ed w it h 32 Pow er sof t Mover t r a n sd u cer s. Belo w: B a n ia ’s ba r a r ea , w her e g u e s t s c a n list en t o high- en er gy mu sic f r o m B ose Pr of ession a l lou d spea k er s.
haptic technology, a system that converts low-frequency audio into vibrations that can be physically felt through the dance floor. “Guests literally feel the music throughout their bodies,” explained Repeć. “The Powersoft Mover transducers make it possible for people with hearing impairments to ‘hear’ through bone conduction.” Janusuz said that this harmonised with one of Grupa CLUE’s main goals, to make the club truly inclusive. 32 compact Movers are mounted beneath the dancefloor. Importantly, the energy from the Movers is tightly controlled: the system focuses its impact on the floor itself, without transferring unwanted vibrations to the hotel above. “Overall, it creates a physical, multisensory musical experience – especially meaningful for guests with hearing loss,” Repeć noted. This addition makes Bania Club the first venue in Poland to have Powersoft’s Mover technology. As more venues worldwide look for innovative ways to improve accessibility, though, it may be only the first of many to adopt such a solution. Repeć continued, “It’s important that nightclubs don’t forget about their visitors with hearing difficulties.” Janusz concluded by happily reporting that everyone involved in the project is excited about its outcome. He said, “We managed to achieve what I had promised the investor – powerful sound that remains contained on the dance floor.”
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