Industry
Restaurants & Bars
Background music for dinner and higher energy for late night, with separate zones for the bar, dining room and patio.
Talk to us about your restaurants & bars projectCommercial Audio Installation
Sound system design, speaker installation and DSP tuning for restaurants, venues, retail and offices, from new construction to upgrades of existing systems. Delivered by DIST nationwide.
20+Years of experience
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Tell us about your space
The type of space, its size, whether it is new construction or an upgrade, and your timeline are enough to start. We come back with next steps and a site walk if needed.
“We solve AV and IT challenges with passion, speed & integrity. Happy to sit on a call to discuss your AV and IT needs.”
- Call(212) 206-0794
- Email[email protected]
- HoursMon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- OfficesNew York City · Miami
Commercial Audio Services
New builds or upgrades, we design, install and program the full system with our own team.
Sound system design
Speaker layout, coverage and amplification planned from your floor plan and ceiling heights, so every seat gets even sound at the level you want.
Audio for new construction
Pre-wire, backing and rough-in scheduled with your general contractor, so speakers and cable go in while walls and ceilings are still open.
Zoned & distributed audio
Separate music, volume and paging for the dining room, bar, patio and restrooms, all run from one wall panel or app.
Speaker installation
In-ceiling, pendant, surface-mount and outdoor speakers mounted, aimed and wired by our own crews, indoors or out.
Upgrades to existing systems
New speakers, amplifiers, processing or controls added to the system you already have, installed with as little downtime as possible.
Racks, cabling & integration
Equipment racks built and labeled, low-voltage cable run and terminated, and audio tied in with video, lighting and network.
Audio Programming & Tuning
Good speakers only sound right once the system is programmed and tuned for the room they are in.
DSP configuration
Processors programmed for routing, limiting and feedback control, so the system protects itself and stays easy to run.
EQ balancing
Each zone equalized with measurement tools, so speech stays clear and music stays full without harshness.
Audio zoning
Zones, sources and volume limits set so staff can change the music in one area without touching the others.
Room tuning
Final tuning in the finished space, with furniture in place, to account for glass, wood, concrete and crowd noise.
Project spotlight
Zoned audio and automation for Toku Modern Asian
- Client
- Toku Modern Asian
- Location
- Miami, FL
- System
- Audio, video & automation
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Industries We Serve
Audio systems designed around how each space is used.
Our Audio Installation Process
The same six steps for a single retail store or a multi-zone venue.
Site walk & listening review
We review the space, the drawings and how you want it to sound, and listen to the current system if there is one.
System design
Speaker layout, zones, equipment list and signal flow, with a fixed proposal you can compare line by line.
Pre-wire & rough-in
Cable, backing and boxes installed with your contractor on new builds, or routed cleanly through finished spaces on upgrades.
Installation & rack build
Speakers mounted and aimed, amplifiers and processors racked, labeled and connected.
Programming & tuning
DSP, EQ and zones programmed, then tuned in the finished room with measurement tools.
Handover & support
Your staff learn the controls, you get as-built documentation, and our help desk takes over from there.
Audio Maintenance & Support
Systems drift as rooms change and equipment ages. DIST offers scheduled check-ups, a 24/7 help desk and on-site service wherever your systems are.
- Scheduled audio check-ups and re-tuning
- Remote monitoring of networked amplifiers and processors
- Repairs and replacement of speakers and amplifiers
- Changes to zones, sources and playlists
- Support for systems installed by other integrators
24/7 help desk(212) 206-0794
Sound too muddy, too loud in one corner or dead in another? Tell us about it and we will tell you why.
Our work
Audio Installation Projects
Toku
Advanced audio and video with smart automation enhancing the dining experience.
General Motors Building
AV consulting for an 18,381 sq ft amenity renovation.
Eataly
Comprehensive infrastructure for a premium food marketplace.
Reserve Padel
IT infrastructure and security systems for the sports facility.
State of Play
AV, cameras, custom score tracking, control and network infrastructure.
Andrés Carne de Res
Full-scale AV and IT including networking, access control and immersive sound.
“That massive 59-foot LED wall [DIST] put in has transformed how we run town halls and seminars.”
Planning audio for your space?
Audio Brands We Install
Professional loudspeakers, amplifiers, mixers and microphones from these manufacturers.
Commercial audio questions
Cost, upgrades, speakers and tuning.
How much does a commercial sound system cost?
It depends on the size of the space, the number of zones and speakers, and whether it is new construction or an upgrade. A small retail store and a multi-zone restaurant with a dance floor are very different budgets. After a site walk we send a fixed, itemized proposal.
Can you upgrade our existing audio system?
Yes. We review what you have, keep the speakers and wiring that are still in good shape, and replace or add amplifiers, processing, speakers or controls where the system falls short.
When should audio be planned in a new build?
As early as possible, ideally during design. Pre-wire and backing need to go in before walls and ceilings close, so we coordinate with your architect and general contractor from the start.
What types of speakers do you install?
In-ceiling, pendant, surface-mount, outdoor, subwoofers and line arrays from brands like K-Array, Martin Audio, QSC, JBL, Bose and Fulcrum. We choose based on the room, the ceiling and the look you want.
Can different areas play different music?
Yes. A zoned system lets each area have its own source and volume, controlled from a wall panel, tablet or phone.
What is DSP programming and why does it matter?
A digital signal processor handles routing, EQ, limiting and feedback control. Programming it properly is what makes a system sound clear, stay consistent between zones and protect the speakers from damage.
How long does an audio installation take?
A single-zone space is often installed and tuned in a few days. Larger multi-zone venues usually take one to several weeks, scheduled around construction or your business hours.
Do you offer maintenance after installation?
Yes. We offer scheduled check-ups and re-tuning, remote monitoring of networked equipment, and a 24/7 help desk, including for systems other integrators installed.
Where do you install commercial audio?
Nationwide. We handle single sites and multi-site projects across the United States.
Planning a new sound system?
Send us the address, the type of space and your timeline. A DIST engineer will walk the site, then come back with a design, a schedule and a price.