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The Most Difficult Room on Campus Finally Got the Audio System It Deserved
Every university has one room that looks beautiful but performs terribly. At the University of the Fraser Valley, that room was the Gathering Hall. A circular space with no defined front. Hard reflective wood everywhere. Events where elders struggled to hear. Presenters battling feedback. Students sitting in seats that sounded completely different from the row beside them. Music that lost all its impact. A room that fought every microphone and punished anyone trying to run an

Lynden Kidd
Nov 194 min read


Sapphire Upgrades Winnipeg’s Centennial Concert Hall with Meyer Sound’s Panther System
Sapphire, Gerr Audio, and Meyer Sound deliver a permanent Panther line array system to Winnipeg’s Centennial Concert Hall—bringing arena-grade audio clarity, coverage, and power to Manitoba’s premier performance venue.

Lynden Kidd
Jul 172 min read


Rocky Mountain Calvary
A New Sanctuary for a Growing Church: Rocky Mountain Calvary Chapel & Sapphire Sapphire recently partnered with Rocky Mountain Calvary...

Lynden Kidd
May 132 min read


What do Audio Visual Solutions for Churches Cost in Western Canada?
Learn the costs and benefits of AV solutions for churches in Western Canada. Improve worship engagement with LED walls, audio, and more.

Sapphire Sound
Apr 34 min read


Line Array vs. Point Source - What Speakers Fit Your Needs.
In the world of professional audio, choosing between line array speakers and point source speakers is a critical decision that can significantly impact the quality and effectiveness of your sound system. Both types of speakers have their unique advantages and are suited to different environments and applications. This article will help you understand when to use line array speakers and when point source speakers are the better choice. Sapphire recommends always enlisting the

Jon Pettifer
Feb 203 min read


Calvary Community Church: A Worship Experience Transformed
Calvary Community Church is a cornerstone of its community, offering meaningful worship experiences every week. However, the church’s...

Jon Pettifer
Dec 13, 20242 min read


The Critical Role of AV Integrators: Why Sapphire is Your Go-To Partner for Seamless AV Solutions
In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the demand for high-quality audiovisual (AV) systems has skyrocketed. Whether it’s...

Jon Pettifer
Sep 13, 20243 min read


Transforming Meeting Spaces: Sapphire's Innovative Solution for PCL Construction
PCL Construction's North American Headquarters in Edmonton, Alberta, faced critical challenges with their large meeting hall. This...

Jon Pettifer
Aug 13, 20242 min read


Transforming Platform Calgary - Seamless AV Integration
Platform Calgary stands as a beacon of innovation and startup incubation in the Calgary business scene. Given its bustling schedule and...

Jon Pettifer
Jun 18, 20242 min read


Creating a Multifunctional AV Solution for Abbotsford Christian School
In the fast-paced world of education, schools are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance the learning environment and cater to the...

Jon Pettifer
Jul 5, 20232 min read


Jack Singer Concert Hall: Ultimate Flexibility
The Jack Singer Concert Hall at Arts Commons is a world class performance facility in Calgary, Alberta. When they engaged Sapphire in...

Jon Pettifer
Jun 5, 20231 min read


First Assembly Church Takes it to the Next Level with Immersive Audio Solution from Sapphire
Sapphire had the opportunity to work with First Assembly Church, a modern Pentecostal church that places great importance on music in...

Jon Pettifer
May 3, 20232 min read


Sapphire Shines in Designing High-Tech Campus for Canada's Largest Church
Centre Street Church (CSC) is the largest church in Canada, with a presence in five campuses, including the central campus, Airdrie...

Jon Pettifer
Apr 19, 20232 min read


Sapphire Paves the Way for Cutting-Edge Energy Company's AV Needs
Sapphire was entrusted with designing an AV system for a cutting-edge energy and resources company, NCS Multistage, that was expanding...

Jon Pettifer
Apr 4, 20232 min read


Outdated School Transforms into High-Tech Art Hub
The Chilliwack School District had a dream: to turn an old university building into a hub for creativity and the arts. But as they took...

Jon Pettifer
Feb 7, 20232 min read


St. Albert Alliance Church A Modern Sanctuary
St. Albert Alliance Church was opening a new worship facility in 2021, and with 10 years of planning almost complete, it was time for...

Jon Pettifer
Oct 4, 20222 min read


Southside Church Inspires Through Immersion, Reach
Southside Church was ready to modernize their worship experience and reach further than the walls of the church. They needed a complete...

Jon Pettifer
Feb 16, 20211 min read
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