Acoustics and Audio Engineering

  • M42 Group is a consultancy with expertise in:

    • Architectural acoustics and audio systems engineering for live performance venues, museum exhibits, corporate conference and boardrooms and open office work spaces.
    • Engineering design for California-based Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and interactive voice products.
    • Recording and mastering CDs for various jazz and classical artists.

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Featured Projects

  • GCTC - Irving Greenberg Theatre

    Opened in 2008, the Irving Greenberg Theatre Centre is home to Ottawa’s Great Canadian Theatre Company. Designed the innovative acoustic wall treatment and audio system for the 262 seat main stage theatre and a smaller black box theatre that easily converts to an intimate reception venue with seating for 100 persons.

    Consultant to Griffiths, Rankin and Cook Architects

  • Peace Tower Carillon

    Designed the recording and broadcast system for the Canadian House of Commons Peace Tower Carillon. The system includes 6 high dynamic DPA microphones positioned on the three levels housing the Carillon Bells. The microphones are balanced and mixed to two channels to feed the amplifier and studio monitors in the Carillon control room. The system also includes output feeds for recording and broadcast requirements.

    Consultant to House of Commons of Canada

  • Magdalene Wood Audio Recording

    Engineered and mastered Magdalene Wood, Canadian works for Viola and Piano (Lisa Moody and Dina Michelson Namer). Recorded on location at the historic Old Town Hall Almonte, ON.

    “Peter took a great deal of care editing this CD, resulting in a final product that is of the highest professional quality” – Lisa Moody

  • Théâtre Télébec

    "Peter was able to provide technical specifications and integrate the necessary acoustic elements to give the hall an aesthetic and welcoming character. It was a pleasant experience!”

    Laurie Marchand, MLS et ass., architectes

    "It is one of the best sounding halls in Quebec. I think this hall will win some awards in the next few years”

    Daniel Desjardins, Performer
    at the inauguration, March 12, 2005

  • 25 Eddy ABW Pilot Project

    At 25 Eddy St. in downtown Gatineau, acoustic consulting for a pilot project to imagine the way government employees could work in a open-concept office using a variety of collaborative spaces.

    Consultant to 4te Inc. Interior Designers

  • Canadian Aviation Museum Theatre

    This 250-seat multipurpose venue features leading-edge audio and video technology. It is an ideal location for theatre presentations,  private screenings and lectures. The retractable seating converts the space into an intimate hall for hosting receptions and galas.

    Consultant to Cole and Associates Architects