I'd love to hear from a few more people. I need to send in my recommendation in the next few days.
Total budget for the design, purchase and install is still up in the air, but likely in the 100-300K range.
My expectation is we will fly someone out for a week to a) review the current system and venue, b) interview the main venue user groups for requirements, and c) write a proposal for the design (or a few alternatives) with at least equipment cost estimates.
There may be some lighting involved, but I think it will only involve replacing some fixtures and a couple spots.
I wrote the initial proposal for this project (after running FOH sound at the venue a few times). My proposal was approved for action, but the actual execution of the design and install will be coordinated by someone responsible for the facility, I just work the venue occasionally as a freelance sound guy, but I also work for the company that owns the venue.
Based on history, the project will drag on for many, many months, but I need to submit a list of pre-qualified consultants next week.
Certainly someone wants to come to the desert this summer and enjoy the local food and 120+ heat
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I can provide more details by private email.
