Singapore Penthouse High-End Audio Integration
Meticulous attention to detail turns an spacious, open-plan design penthouse into a jaw-dropping 5.2.4 home theater and listening space with the ISP Elite MK3 processor et PA8 Ultra MK3 ultra high-power amplifier.
The idea of a modern penthouse conjures visions of lavish amenities, jaw-dropping views and inimitable privacy that combine to create the pinnacle of 21st century city living. For one Singapore penthouse owner, the opulence of daily home life now extends beyond soaring ceilings and a walnut-and-glass spiral staircase to include a cinephile-grade home theater in the main living space, demonstrating that meticulous system design and component selection can deliver true audiovisual excellence without requiring a dedicated theater room.
After inviting the client to sample class-leading components in his luxury showroom, expert electronics integrator Anand Datta of Absolute Sound was given free reign to design the best audio system money can buy. Following careful consideration of the space, seating locations and usage scenarios, he complemented the new 98-inch 8K TV with a stunning Sonus Faber 5.2.4 Dolby Atmos-ready configuration that utilizes StormAudio’s ISP Elite MK3 immersive sound processor and high-power StormAudio PA8 Ultra MK3 amplifier to provide premium processing for all high-end sound formats with up to 3,000 watts of power capacity.
“The showroom soundscape was pivotal to help the client fully appreciate the atmospheric effects of an Atmos solution and the tonality and power provided by StormAudio gear,” Datta said. “As a walk-in client, he arrived with some knowledge of the leading brands and components, but was still blown away by the actual experience we can deliver. In this case, seeing and hearing truly was believing.”
The showroom visit sealed the deal for the client, and soon each piece of the audio system was chosen for its superior performance characteristics and visual appeal. The final design leverages the outstanding quality of Sonus Faber’s Homage Tradition Vox G3 center speaker, Amati G5 floorstanding loudspeakers and Guarneri G5 Bookshelf surround speakers that present a luxury aesthetic exceeded only by their stellar sonic performance.
Datta also explained that among all the available options for sound processing and power delivery, only the StormAudio components lived up to the needs and expectations of the client. Our award-winning ISP Elite MK3 was chosen for its best-in-class immersive audio format support, the cutting-edge Dirac Live Active Room Treatment technology and the powerful Expert Bass Management that is all easily accessible with an easy-to-use mobile app to ensure the luxury experience is stress-free.
The sleek, advanced appearance of the StormAudio electronics melds perfectly with the top-of-the-line speakers and other in-room audio components.
The surround system is completed by Sonus Faber Gravis VI Subs and 3-way in-ceiling Pladio PC 664P speakers selected for optimal performance in this specific space. For audio streaming enjoyment, an AVM Ovation CS 6.3 dedicated streamer offers access to popular services including Tidal, Apple Music and Spotify with high-definition capability.
Special design and infrastructure considerations were also implemented to support the large wall-hung TV and to optimally locate the heavy in-ceiling Atmos surround speakers, including a wall support that hides cables and ensures proper ventilation for the audio processors and amplifiers.
The challenging acoustic environment of the open-design penthouse with full-height windows and vaulted ceilings was optimized through intelligent speaker placement and a rigorous six-hour Pro Remote Assisted Calibration (PRAC) service conducted by StormAudio HQ from France. This meticulous fine-tuning process maximized the performance of each component individually and the system collectively, ensuring that every sound resonates with precision regardless of listener locations.
Datta noted that while the majority of his installations are located in dedicated home theater rooms or “man caves,” this project showed that with the right selection of equipment and proper attention to detail, any space can deliver audiophile-grade entertainment experiences.
Sytems & equipments:
- Sonus Faber’s Homage Tradition Vox G3 center speaker, Amati G5 floorstanding loudspeakers and Guarneri G5 Bookshelf surround speakers
- Sonus Faber Gravis VI Subs and in-ceiling Pladio PC 664P speakers
- Streamer AVM Ovation CS 6.3
- StormAudio ISP Elite
- StormAudio PA8 Ultra
Project by Absolute Sound
