DeltaLive

11/08/2025

Whilst it's been the typical astounding opening month of the BBC proms, this past weekend was a first; an all night festival extravaganza, enthralling audiences from 2300 until 0700. Curated by superstar organist Anna Lapwood, this nocturnal marathon featured Nowegian folk ensemble Barokksolistene, Bjarte Eike, Pembroke College Choir, 12 Ensemble, Anastasia Kobekina, Hayato Sumino, Seckou Keita, and a 0600 finale from Sleeping at Last.

The months of planning and logistics to integrate this into a seamless eight hour show and live broadcast were intricate and challenging, as were the week of rehearsals fitting around an already busy season. Fuelled by caffeine, Haribo and the desire to always deliver above and beyond, it was the team on the ground who expertly kept everything going throughout the night, despite the odd internal eyelid inspection. And who knew that classical music audiences weren't just vespertine, but would fill the Royal Albert Hall until dawn with their bleary eyes and big smiles?

Sound Designer: Stephen Hughes
Head of Project Delivery: Cara Smith
Front of House Engineer: Ben Davey
System Engineer: Guy Davies
Monitor Engineer: Matt Gush
Stage Engineer: Ciaran Sweeney
Stage Engineer: Patrick Boyd

The concert is available to listen to on BBC Sounds.

29/07/2025

At the BBC Proms last weekend, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Symphony Chorus and BBC Singers tried to work out who is faithful... and who is a traitor. Hosted by Claudia Winkleman, this show explored treacherous music though the ages, whether Toxic by Britney Spears or Tosca by Punccini. With outstanding soloists and fan favourites from the show, this ambitious project filled the Royal Albert Hall for two performances on Saturday night. It was another wildly ambitious but deviously creative project from Paul Bullock that gave the technical departments a good challenge despite being in the middle of a busy festival - fortunately we had an amazing team who decided not to murder me (Stephen Hughes) and keep me around!

The Delta Live audio team were:
Stephen Hughes: Sound Designer and FOH Engineer
Harleigh Swaine: Account Management
Elaine Duffy: Monitors Engineer
Griff Hewis: Strings Sub Mix Engineer
Guy Davies: System Engineer
Amanda Sonnar: RF Engineer
Ben Goodwin: Head of Stage
Patrick Boyd and Gio Feole: Stage Engineers

16/07/2025

Behind the scenes at BBC Proms 2025

Delta Live is proud to bring the sound to life—capturing every note, nuance and emotion. Stay tuned as we elevate performances with flawless live audio at The Royal Albert Hall. The BBC Proms 2025 runs from Fri, 18 Jul 2025 – Sat, 13 Sept 2025.

A special thanks goes to the outstanding Delta Live team on the ground and behind the scenes:
Stephen Hughes - Sound Designer
Cara Smith - Head of Project Delivery
Art Sereika - System Designer

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04/07/2025

We were proud to deliver exceptional audio communications once again for the Royal Windsor Horse Show, one of the UK’s most prestigious outdoor events.

Working with the amazing team at HPower Group, we designed and installed a comprehensive sound reinforcement and comms system for the Castle Arena.

From L-Acoustics loudspeakers, DiGiCo control, Shure UK mics and Sennheiser IEMs to intercoms from RIEDEL Communications International and Clear-Com, every aspect from commentary to comms was flawless.

Read the full story online here - https://deltalive.com/project/royal-windsor-horse-show/

For over a decade, Delta Live has proudly delivered exceptional audio services at the Royal Windsor Horse Show, bringing flawless sound to one of the UK’s most prestigious outdoor events. We were tasked once again with providing a comprehensive sound reinforcement and communications system for the...

25/06/2025

Trooping the Colour is one of the UK's most iconic ceremonial events. This year, as 1,350 troops marked the King's official birthday, we were once again entrusted by Identity Global to deliver critical Public Address coverage along the full length of The Mall.

From 92 Panasonic UK B200 100v line speakers across 46 flagpoles, supported by 2km of analogue multicore, to dual DiGiCo SD10 24's, it was a huge event that we were proud to be a part of alongside Identity Global, Five Star Crew and Pylon One Ltd and Power Logistics .

Read the full story online at https://deltalive.com/trooping-the-colour/

Delta Live deliver audio solutions to Trooping the Colour in London.

09/06/2025

In Loving Memory of Mark Raymond Bonner

We were all deeply saddened and shocked by the passing of Mark on the 26th May 2025.

He touched the lives of so many, and the outpouring of love, messages, and shared memories over the past week has been truly overwhelming, providing great comfort to the family at this time.

In accordance with his final wishes, Mark will be buried at St Michaels and All Angels Church, Mickleham on Monday 30th June where Mark and Zoe’s marriage was blessed exactly eighteen years ago to the day.

Due to the limited capacity of the church the funeral will be by invitation only.

Mark meant a great deal to all of us, and we plan to arrange a separate celebration of Mark’s life at a later date. This will be a more informal gathering offering time to share memories and plenty of anecdotes, just as Mark would have loved.

We kindly ask that instead of sending flowers that you consider donating in Mark’s memory, to St Barnabas House Hospice, Worthing. They receive only twenty percent of their funding from government, the rest is reliant on donations and various fundraising events. During Mark’s final days, the hospice team provided him with a beautiful peaceful space, world class care, compassion and support. We can’t thank them enough for their efforts and their extraordinary work.

Donations can be made at Make a Donation to St Barnabas Hospice https://stbarnabashospice.co.uk/donate/ — please quote Mark Bonner as your reference.

Again, thank you for your understanding, love, and continued support at this difficult time.

06/06/2025

Precision, Partnership, and Unforgettable Sound

Delta Live proudly played a pivotal role in ensuring crystal-clear audio for London's VE Day 2025 celebrations, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

With a sprawling event footprint stretching from Parliament Square to Buckingham Palace, delivering seamless sound was no small feat. Thanks to our trusted partnership with Identity Global, we deployed a robust audio-over-IP (AoIP) network, ensuring reliable signal transmission across the two-kilometer processional route.

From L-Acoustics KARA II long-throw loudspeakers to DiGiCo SD 10 digital mixing consoles, every element was meticulously designed to provide rich, immersive sound for attendees and dignitaries alike.

A huge thank you to our collaborators Pylon One, Team Audio, and Electronic Audio Systems for their expertise in making this event a resounding success.

Honouring history with flawless audio—because every moment deserves to be heard.

Read the full story online with TPi Magazine - https://www.tpimagazine.com/delta-live-help-deliver-flawless-audio-for-londons-ve-day-celebrations/

VE Day 2025 marked the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, with commemorative events taking place around the UK. In Central London, the official VE Day procession by regiments of the British Armed Forces would embark on a route beginning in Parliament Square before travelling along....

04/06/2025

Delta Live & Roundhouse is a Sound Partnership

We're proud to announce our exclusive audio solutions partnership with the iconic Roundhouse in London has been extended and includes cutting-edge upgrades that will further enhance every performance.

From flown PA side fills to brand-new mixing desks, our latest system redesign will elevate the venue’s sound to new heights — delivering incredible experiences for artists and audiences alike.

Here's to innovation, collaboration, and unforgettable live events - https://deltalive.com/news/londons-iconic-roundhouse-extends-partnership-with-delta-live/

Award-winning audiovisual solutions specialist Delta Live has renewed its partnership with the iconic Roundhouse in Camden.

28/05/2025

It is with great sadness and the heaviest of hearts that we share the news of the death of Mark Bonner during the early hours of Monday morning.

Mark was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in February 2022. Although his original prognosis was only six months, thanks to the world-class, lifesaving treatment he received from The Royal Marsden in Sutton, Chelsea, and Cavendish Square, he continued to defy all the odds. During this time, he also received many holistic healing treatments inspired by his beloved sister, Alison.

In so many ways, Mark was a giant of a man. His loss leaves an immense void not only in the lives of his family but also in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know him. Over the years, Mark left a lasting impression on everyone he met. The outpouring of messages we’ve received to date is a testament to the deep impact he made.

Mark was a reMARKable, spirited, and fun-loving individual. Throughout his life, he remained a constant source of inspiration to us all, caring deeply about his outstanding team of colleagues and associates many of whom became lifelong friends. His drive and work ethic were legendary. No matter what the circumstances, he held true to his old-school ethics, demonstrating a strong sense of fair play at all times. He was greatly respected and admired in all his business dealings.

During the final days of his life, Mark was moved to St Barnabas House Hospice in Worthing. There, once again, he was able to receive the world class, specialist care that end of life requires. His devoted wife, Zoë, remained by his side right until the end.

“The loss of Mark has been heartbreaking for me, his wife and his daughters, Natasha and Myia, his family, and no doubt all of you. It is hard to comprehend that this indefatigable life force has now departed on his next adventure.

Thankfully, he leaves behind many cherished, unforgettable memories. He will be greatly mourned and missed by us all.
When you think of him now and remember the times you shared, we hope that amongst the sadness he will also continue to make you smile. His spirit remains with us.”

Once the immediate shock has subsided and the funeral arrangements are finalised, we will share the details and hope that you will be able to join us in celebrating his extraordinary life.
In the meantime, let us pause and share in the love and loss of this extraordinarily loving and talented gentleman.

R.I.P. Mark Bonner

Paul Keating, Co-Founder, DeltaLive.

21/03/2025

Everybody loves “new kit day”. Thanks .acoustics.official !

You can never have enough A10, A15, X15 HiQ, KS21 & KS28!

31/12/2024

🎉 Ring in the New Year with Delta Live! 🎉

As we step into 2025, Delta Live is excited to bring you unparalleled audio rental and project expertise. Whether you're looking to rent audio equipment or need a state-of-the-art mixing suite, we've got you covered!

Audio Rental and Projects: From concerts to corporate events, our high-quality audio equipment ensures your sound is flawless. For inquiries, reach out to us at [email protected]

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With a passion for sound and a commitment to excellence, Delta Live is your go-to partner for all things audio.

Discover more about our services at www.deltalive.com

31/12/2024

The Delta Live team are hard at work preparing to bring the London New Year’s celebration to the crowds along The Thames… and while the wind may bring our PA down to ground level, it won’t bring down the party vibe! Happy New Year from all of us at Delta Live!