The sound system in the Grand Mosque is not merely a tool for transmitting sound but a model of integrated organization and continuous efforts prioritizing the comfort of pilgrims. The Adhan and prayers are delivered clearly to every corner through high-quality, precise systems. Strategically distributed control rooms ensure immediate responses, preventing any disruptions in the sound system.
The sound system in the Grand Mosque is one of the largest and most advanced in the world. Speakers distributed across the mosque’s levels, courtyards, corridors, and surrounding streets transmit the Adhan and prayers through a sophisticated system covering multiple areas of the sacred mosque.
Sound System in Numbers
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650,000 m²: Total sound coverage area in the Grand Mosque.
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8,000 Speakers: Distributed across the three expansions and courtyards.
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120 Engineers and Technicians: Working around the clock.
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100 Microphones: For recording and transmitting the voices of Imams, Muadhins, and lessons.
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21 Independent Systems: Allowing control of sound in different parts of the Grand Mosque.
Maintenance and Quality Assurance
The sound system requires continuous maintenance and a daily quality assurance program. Engineers and technicians monitor control rooms and conduct post-prayer checks to ensure the functionality of sensitive microphones that capture the voices of Muadhins and Imams with balanced sound. Backup microphones activate automatically to ensure uninterrupted sound in case of any malfunction.
Live Broadcast Systems
Integrated with live broadcast systems, prayers and sermons are transmitted globally with high quality via radio and television, amplifying the message of the Two Holy Mosques in promoting moderation, tolerance, and peace worldwide.
Enhancing the Acoustic Experience for Visitors
The authority strives to enhance the acoustic experience, providing worshippers, pilgrims, and visitors with a spiritual journey filled with reverence and contemplation, sensing the sanctity of the place. Visitors play a crucial role by maintaining calm, avoiding disturbances, and respecting the site’s sacredness.