Adlib supply full touring package for Ludovico Einaudi's record-breaking UK Tour

The Requirement

Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi returned to the UK in 2025 for an extended tour, including a record-breaking five consecutive shows at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Known for his minimalist, emotive compositions, Einaudi’s performances are as much about visual atmosphere as they are about musical precision.

The production team required a fully integrated technical package that could deliver subtle, theatrical visuals in prestigious venues without detracting from the performance. The lighting design needed to complement the delicacy of the music, while video support was critical for audience engagement in larger rooms, such as Manchester’s Co-op Live. Across the tour, consistency was key, with each venue requiring the same technical standards delivered under tight schedules and minimal disruption.

Lighting

Lighting was led by Ben Caunt (Lighting Crew Chief), with Lighting Technicians James Bailie, Sandra Glowacka, and Tim Eastham supporting system setup and operation. The design prioritised soft texture, colour depth, and quiet fixture operation.

The lighting package included:

• 16 x ColorForce II 72
  
• 16 x GLP X4 Bar
  
• 30 x SGM P-6
  
• 16 x Astera AX9
  
• 40 x Martin MAC Aura PXL
  
• 49 x Ayrton Perseo
  
  

Control was managed through two grandMA3 light consoles, with distribution via three 72-way Socapex distros.. Cirro MK3 hazers and TMB ProFans were used to add a gentle atmospheric layering across the stage space.

Rigging infrastructure included 18 x 8ft Tyler Truss Systems GY Plus pre-rig trusses and 18 x Total Fabrications 2m lighting ladders, ensuring efficient load-ins and maintaining a clean stage look. A custom 15m x 9m rear projection surface provided a neutral canvas for Lighting Designer Francesco Trambaioli to create beautiful gradients with wash fixtures and cast subtle ambient colour into the mood of Einaudi’s compositions.

Audio

To accurately replicate the precise compositions that Einaudi is known for across various venues, Adlib used scalable L-Acoustics and DiGiCo systems.

PA System

The main PA was built around L-Acoustics K1 and K2 enclosures, designed to provide consistent, powerful coverage while maintaining the clarity required for piano-led performances.

• Main & Side Hangs: 28 x L-Acoustics K1 served as the primary arrays, supported by 32 x L-Acoustics K2 utilised for side hangs and delays to ensure uniform distribution in larger arenas.
• Low Frequency: 16 x KS28 ground-stacked subwoofers provided deep, controlled low-frequency extension.
• Fill Coverage: To maintain an intimate soundstage for those closest to the performance, the setup included 4 x flown ARCS II in-fills, 2 x A15 Wide out-fills, and 6 x A10 Wide lip-fills across the stage edge.
• Monitoring: On-stage monitoring was augmented with 2 x X15HiQ enclosures.

Mixing & Control

High-resolution signal management was handled by DiGiCo Quantum 338 consoles at both Front of House (FOH) and Monitors, operated by FOH Engineer Milo Benericetti and Monitor Engineer Roberto Mandia. Both consoles were paired with dedicated SD Racks to handle the tour's complex input requirements with maximum sonic transparency.

Microphones & Monitoring

The stage kit was tailored for acoustic precision and reliability:

• Microphone Package: A custom package featured DPA 4099 instrument microphones, selected for their ability to capture the natural detail of acoustic instruments.
• Stage Wireless Monitoring: On-stage monitoring featured D&B M4 wedges. Wireless monitoring was handled by 6 channels of Shure PSM 1000 IEMs using P10R+ packs.‍
• RF: Vocal and guest inputs were managed via 2 channels of Shure Axient Digital handhelds equipped with KSM9 capsules. All wireless components utilised Shure rechargeable batteries for consistent performance throughout the tour's rigorous schedule.