KV2 brings world-class audio to China’s entertainment scene with the VHD5 system

When DND CLUB opened its doors in Maoming, China, it wasn’t just the impressive 3000-square-metre design or the $7.7 million investment that caught people’s attention. Instead, it was the immersive audio experience that established DND as a unique destination in the nightlife scene. At the core of this remarkable auditory experience is KV2 Audio’s flagship VHD5 system, a high-definition, point-source system that sets new standards for sound clarity and impact.

“Our goal was to create an atmosphere where every beat and every note feels alive,” begins Peter Chen from YueShun Entertainment Company, the club’s investors. “We needed a system that could deliver not just volume, but clarity, even at peak energy levels.”

Nestled at 328 Maoming Avenue, DND CLUB’s mission goes beyond conventional clubbing. The space aims to provide an unforgettable, high-energy environment where patrons can truly feel the music. “From day one, we knew the audio system had to be exceptional,” shares Alexander Wong, KV2’s clubs market manager in China. The quest for the ideal system led the team to the VHD5, a system known for its cutting-edge point-source technology that produces crystal-clear sound over large distances without the need for extensive line arrays.

The setup includes two VHD5.0 Mid-Hi loudspeakers powered by dedicated VHD5000 amplifiers, a pair of VHD8.10 Low-Mid loudspeakers, and an impressive array of 40 ESD1.18 subwoofers strategically placed around the main bar hall ensuring consistency and clarity across the entire audio spectrum.

“This configuration provides the depth and intensity needed for a club of this scale,” Wong explains. “The VHD5 system fills every corner of the 3000-square-metre venue with precision, making every performance feel intimate and powerful.”

The choice of KV2’s VHD5 system stemmed from a visit to the Wuhan FOREVER Club, where DND’s team first encountered the system’s capabilities. Captivated by its sound quality, they sought out KV2 to replicate that magic in DND CLUB. After a six-month build, DND opened with one of the most advanced sound installations in the region, thanks to precise design and the expertise of KV2’s audio engineers.

“Building a venue of this magnitude and achieving such refined sound quality was challenging but incredibly rewarding,” notes Alexander Wong. “The configuration we used at DND CLUB is the first of its kind in Maoming and one of the most ambitious setups for KV2 in a club environment.”

In addition to the main hall, DND CLUB offers five private rooms, each equipped with KV2’s ESD12 loudspeakers and ESD1.18 subwoofers. These intimate spaces provide a personalised experience for guests who want the same high-quality sound in a more private setting.

Since opening, DND CLUB has exceeded expectations, captivating artists and patrons alike with a sound that feels immersive and expansive. The system’s performance aligns with DND’s vision of a transformative nightlife experience, blending technology and design into an environment where sound becomes part of the experience. “For artists, the audio clarity allows for true creative expression,” concludes Peter Chen. “For guests, it’s about the quality of the experience. They don’t just hear the music – they feel it.”

Tech spec:

2 x VHD5.0, 2 x VHD5000, 2 x VHD8.10, 1 x VHD5000S, 6 x VHD1.0, 3 x VHD2000, 44 x ESD1.18, 11 x VHD3200, 4 x TIME12, 1 x ESP2000, 20 x TIME12, 32 x ESD1.18