East Carolina University
Precision Audio completed a major audio system upgrade at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, home of East Carolina University Football, transforming the fan experience with crystal-clear sound and enhanced coverage throughout the venue.
Jon Gilbert, Athletic Director at East Carolina University
“For me personally as the AD, I don’t hear anymore complaints. Any year prior, I would hear ‘Can’t hear the sound system’ or ‘The sound system is too loud’ in a particular area.”
A System in Need of an Upgrade
For years, ECU’s football stadium relied on an aging PA system installed back in 2010. Over time, the system’s performance declined, and the university’s staff was left applying temporary fixes to drivers and amplifiers just to keep the system operational. It became clear that a more permanent solution was needed to meet the demands of Pirate Nation and elevate the energy in the stadium.
Delivering High-Performance Sound
When ECU made the decision to invest in a new sound system, they turned to Precision Audio for their expertise and partnership with Danley Sound Labs. The Precision Audio team designed and installed a state-of-the-art system featuring Danley J8 loudspeakers integrated directly into the stadium’s scoreboard.
The beauty of this solution is its simplicity and power. Rather than running conduit and wiring for distributed speakers across the stadium, the Danley J8s deliver full-field coverage from a single source, eliminating maintenance headaches and reducing installation complexity — all while ensuring every fan can clearly hear the action, announcements, and music.
A Game-Changer for Fans & Staff
TThe new sound system has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from ECU leadership, staff, and fans:
“That’s amazing. What you have done in that place is absolutely amazing.”
– Greg Pierce, Associate Athletics Director, External Relations
“For me personally as the AD, I don’t hear anymore complaints. Any year prior, I would hear ‘can’t hear the sound system’ or ‘the sound system is too loud’ in a particular area.”
– Jon Gilbert, Athletic Director
“You can hear the referee, you can hear the announcements. The sound is clear for everyone.”
– Greg Pierce, Associate Athletics Director, External Relations
Athletic Director Jon Gilbert summed it up best:
“We’ve got new video boards, new LED ribbon boards, but I would argue that our fan base is happier about the new sound system.”
We’ve extended our partnership to include Lewis Field at Clark-LeClair Stadium.
Elevate the energy in your stadium—contact Precision Audio today to discover how we can transform your fan experience and create the ultimate game-day atmosphere.