The Sound System in the Grand Mosque

The sound system in the Grand Mosque is not merely a means of transmitting sound; it is a model of integrated organisation and continuous efforts prioritising the comfort of the pilgrims. The sound of the Adhan and prayers reaches every corner clearly through high-quality and precise systems. Control rooms are strategically distributed to provide immediate response, ensuring no disruptions in the sound system.

Key Features

The sound system in the Grand Mosque is one of the largest and most advanced sound systems in the world. The speakers distributed throughout the Grand Mosque, its levels, courtyards, corridors, and surrounding streets transmit the sound of the Adhan and prayers through a sophisticated system covering multiple areas of the sacred mosque.

Sound System in Numbers:

• 650,000 m²: Total sound coverage area in the Grand Mosque.
• 8,000 Speakers: Distributed across the three expansions and courtyards.
• 120 Engineers and Technicians: Working around the clock.
• 100 Microphones: For recording and transmitting the voices of Imams, Muadins, and lessons.
• 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 system in place to ensure quality. Engineers and technicians monitor the rooms, supervise, and follow up after each prayer. They ensure the sensitivity and functionality of the microphones, which capture the voices of the Muadins and Imams of the Grand Mosque with balanced sound, operating daily to guarantee quality. Backup microphones are automatically activated to ensure continuous sound in case of any malfunction.

Live Broadcast Systems

Integrating the system with live broadcast systems; prayers and sermons are transmitted through media channels with high quality to the world via radio and television. This enhances the spreading the message of the Two Holy Mosques in promoting moderation, spreading values of tolerance and peace globally.

Enhancing the Acoustic Experience for Visitors

The authority strives to enhance the acoustic experience with its sound system, 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 in supporting the experience by maintaining calm, avoiding disturbances, and respecting the sacredness of the site.