Case Study: Bringing Energy & Control to The Lit 9

Logo mark of The Park West Palm Golf Course
Client
The Park
Location
West Palm Beach, FL

Project Scope

High-energy par-3 courses like The Lit 9 rely on more than manicured turf—they need a tech backbone that supports the vibe. Here’s how Macrotek transformed an underwhelming AV system into a high-performance, high-impact experience.

AV Challenges at The Lit 9

When The Park came to MacroTek, they weren’t just asking for a few fixes. They were trying to solve a string of AV headaches that had been in place since opening day. Music would cut in and out on their streaming boxes, their TVs were relying on built-in apps, and their highly marketed par-3 course—The Lit 9—wasn’t delivering the high-energy vibe it was designed for.

Project Highlights

The Challenge

The biggest issue was the speakers. Installed at ground level, they were constantly exposed to fertilizer, water, and even the occasional rogue golf cart. Coverage was spotty, and the effect was more frustrating than fun. What should have been the heartbeat of the course felt flat.

The Smart Fix: Scalable Control & Reliable Streaming

We knew the solution had to go beyond swapping out hardware. The property needed a system that was stable, easy to control, and built to grow. Our team designed a comprehensive upgrade anchored by a new, customizable, and scalable professional control and automation platform, giving staff the ability to manage the entire property from a single iPad. Music, TVs, scheduling—it all comes together in one clean interface.

Practice area with distributed audio system along driving range

Solutions Overview

Speaker Placement Strategy That Changed Everything

On The Lit 9, we replaced the original speakers with QSC AD-S8Ts, mounting them high on the netting poles surrounding the course. The difference was immediate. Elevated placement kept the speakers safe from damage and dramatically improved coverage. The course finally came alive, filled with the kind of energy it was always meant to have.

System-Wide Upgrades: From Practice Green to Clubhouse

We didn’t stop there. The practice putting green and driving range both received upgraded speakers to match the quality of the course, ensuring members experienced the same clarity and energy throughout the property. In the clubhouse, we recommended pairing their existing TVs with DIRECTV to keep them compliant with copyright requirements. By remote-mounting the set-top boxes in their central rack and tying them into the control system, staff can now schedule channels and power everything on automatically each morning.

Compliance & Control in the Clubhouse

The audio backbone also got a major upgrade. We integrated Pandora for Business players, which not only guarantees licensed playback but also delivers far more reliable streaming. By updating the audio processor, we made it possible to share those streams across all buildings and set the stage for future growth—wireless microphones, new audio zones, or whatever the next phase might bring.

Elevated speaker view across The Lit 9 par-3 golf course
Covered member lounge featuring mounted smart TVs and directional audio
AV-enhanced clubhouse patio overlooking The Lit 9 course

Results:

Lower Costs, Higher Energy, Happier Guests

One of the biggest wins, though, was financial. By moving to the new system, the park was able to eliminate multiple monthly fees they had been paying for years. Control liscences, outdated streaming subscriptions, and other unnecessary service charges were all cancelled. Now, the only recurring subscription is Pandora for Business—clean, compliant, and far more cost-effective.

The end result is a property that feels connected, energetic, and professional. What started as a frustrating patchwork of failing gear has been transformed into a seamless AV experience. Staff now have reliable tools they can actually control, and members get the vibrant atmosphere they were promised. The Lit 9 finally sounds—and feels—like the course it was always meant to be.

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