Classroom Audio
Schools of all sizes agree on classroom audio systems: Keep it small. Keep it simple. Keep it ZVOX.
Big universities and small colleges install ZVOX audio systems in their classrooms because they deliver high-quality sound from a single cabinet.
More and more schools are turning to ZVOX when they need a simple, affordable, high-quality sound system for use in their classrooms. Small-town public schools, private colleges and large state universities are all attracted to the concept of "great sound made simple." Here's why:
- ZVOX systems are simple. Only one AC cord. Only one connecting cord. They are simple to connect and simple to operate. It doesn't even require an owner's manual. Just connect the ZVOX system to the audio output jacks or headphone jacks of a PC, DVD player or wireless microphone system. If your school uses small mixers, it's easy to connect the mixer output to the ZVOX system.
- ZVOX systems are small. Everything - speakers, subwoofer, amplifiers and controls - is all one one compact cabinet. Only 17"w x 15"d x 5"h, the ZVOX 315 easily fits on most "video carts," or inside most podiums.
- Security is simple. With most sound systems, it's necessary to secure multiple components. With the ZVOX 315, you just have one box to worry about. Many classrooms secure the 315 system by tethering it to a speaker podium using a single metal cable (eye-hooks can be sunk into the cabinets rear or side panels).
- High-quality, realistic sound - including great bass. Unlike other small, affordable systems, the ZVOV 315 is a true "audiophile quality" product. It's high-quality speakers, cabinet and amplifiers deliver accurate, high-fidelity sound. The built-in powered subwoofer produces remarkably deep bass. And its exclusive PhaseCue™ circuit creates a very wide soundstage - it literally sounds like a big audio system with speakers 10 feet apart from each other. Stereophile magazine called the 315 "an audiophile-quality mini-audio system." TV Guide ranked it the number 2 "cool TV audio product" in the country. And Sound & Vision magazine awarded the 315 its coveted Reviewer's Choice Award.
- ZVOX is affordable. At less than $200, the ZVOX 315 costs far less than other serious, high-quality audio systems.
School Testimonials:
Juniata College, Huntingdon, PA
Gary Feagley had a problem. As the Audio Video Technician for Juniata College, he needed to find a high quality sound system to mate with the DLP projectors he was adding to the classrooms at this small Pennsylvania college. It had to sound good and fill the classroom with sound - and it had to fit inside the classroom lecterns.
"I looked at a lot of different systems, but I liked the ZVOX 315 because it's only 17" wide, and has all its speakers and amplifiers in a single cabinet. It's even got a powered subwoofer in it." Late last year, Juniata installed ZVOX 315 systems in 90% of their classrooms.
University of North Carolina, Charlotte
UNC Charlotte has created a customized audio/video system built around the ZVOX 315. Steve Clark, their Director of Office of Classroom Support Services, was drawn to the simplicity of the 315, and its ability to fill even a large classroom with realistic sound.
"We designed a custom lectern built around the ZVOX unit," said Clark. "We have audio from a computer, a laptop, DVD/VCR, and a microphone running through the 315 Sound Console via an Extron MPS112 switcher. The faculty that I have shown it to are truly blown away! I brought a group of engineers in to the room where the prototype has been installed and they spent 5 minutes scouring the room for hidden speakers. The sound fills the room without overpowering the folks in the front row."
"The ZVOX 315 Sound Console gives a tremendous bang for our buck. We have made the unit an integral part of our UNC Charlotte Standard Technology Enhanced Classroom Specification for small to medium-sized rooms. I look forward to installing quite a few more of these in the near future."
Anonymous Public School System, New York
"Whenever I purchase online I am interested in only three things: a quick and timely purchase, speedy delivery and a quality product. ZVOX Audio provided me with this experience! The product itself is amazing! Just as PCWorld's review had promised, I was up and running in approximately 60 seconds. As a teacher, I bought the system to use in conjunction with a DLP projector and computer. The sound fills my classroom as advertised! I am extremely delighted with ZVOX Audio and their wonderful product." - George M., New York Public School
A partial list of schools using ZVOX audio systems:
- Hougton College
- Juniata College
- Nyack Public Schools
- University of Massachusetts, Boston
- University of New Mexico
- University of North Carolina, Charlotte
- Woodbury University