Calrec go Gaelic
The Studio Taigh Shiphoirt production gallery in Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis, has installed a 40 fader Calrec Zeta console as part of a complete overhaul of its audio facilities.
The studio produces Gaelic-language programming for the Gaelic Media Service, and is gearing up for the launch of a new Gaelic digital channel later this year.
The installation was undertaken by Berkshire-based systems integrator Television Systems Ltd, and follows an upgrade to their vision equipment in 2003. The Zeta will be used not only for live broadcasts, but also for pre-recorded programming and for Multitrack recording.
”Basically we needed a desk capable of doing live music shows with multiple acts on each show, which could also fit into a very space-limited control room,” says Technical Operations Manager Uisdean Macleod. “Calrec have a proven track record in broadcasting, excellent technical support and renowned audio quality.
“The Zeta squeezes a high level of I/O and 40 faders in a small space. The desk also has impressive levels of dynamics and metering, as well as uninterrupted scene recall using partial memories. You can build a desk from the ground up adding things like additional metering as required.“
The Gaelic Media Service was constituted by the Communications Act of 2003 to replace the Gaelic Broadcasting Committee. Its key objective is the establishment of a dedicated Gaelic television channel, essential if Gaelic broadcasting is to thrive in a multi-channel environment, and to provide effective support to Gaelic linguistic and cultural development on the other.
The Gaelic Media Service works with broadcasters and producers to ensure that high quality Gaelic television programmes are available to viewers throughout Scotland and that the range and quality of Gaelic sound programmes are enhanced. The Service also has a consultative role in relation to Gaelic programmes on digital television.
