Horizon Resort Massane

At Horizon Resort Massane, luxury is defined not only by exquisite design, world-class amenities, and attention to detail, but also by the experiences that surround guests during their stay. From serene spa treatments to fitness sessions, from outdoor relaxation to high-profile international golf tournaments, every space within the resort is designed to impress.

Ensuring that these experiences are accompanied by perfect, immersive audio was a critical part of the resort’s renovation. The challenge was to create a high-end audio system that delivers exceptional sound quality, is scalable and intuitive, and seamlessly integrates with the resort’s minimalist aesthetic.

“The old hotel was demolished, and this hotel and spa took its place. This includes everything from meeting spaces to fitness and yoga areas. This is a luxury resort designed to host international golf competitions where people spend time in the hotel, relax in the spa, or eat in the restaurant,” explains Antonia Davin, Creative Director at Multizone.

With over 50 years of experience and more than 100,000 projects worldwide, Ecler is a trusted name in professional audio for hospitality environments. Horizon Resort Massane stands as a clear example of how Ecler combines advanced technology, elegant design, and robust reliability to create unforgettable guest experiences.

Project Objectives

Horizon Resort Massane’s key requirements for the new audio system included:

• Scalability: Ability to adapt audio coverage across multiple, varied spaces including meeting rooms, spa areas, fitness zones, outdoor cabins, and hospitality spaces.

• Intuitive Control: A user-friendly interface for staff to manage audio sources, volume, and zone-specific settings without requiring technical expertise.

• Premium Sound Quality: Clear, balanced, and reliable audio throughout the resort, from quiet background music in wellness areas to full-range sound in meeting rooms.

• Aesthetic Integration: Audio solutions that are discreet and blend seamlessly with the resort’s minimalist interior design.

To meet these objectives, Multizone partnered with Ecler to design a multi-zone audio system that could deliver both flexibility and elegance.

Solution Implemented

To ensure every area of the resort was covered with high-quality, controllable sound, Multizone implemented a solution built around Ecler’s professional audio ecosystem. The heart of the system is the MIMO88 digital audio matrix, which manages signal distribution across multiple zones with precision and advanced processing.

This matrix ensures that each space—whether it is the serene spa, fully equipped fitness area, outdoor cabins, or the resort’s largest and most advanced meeting room—receives perfectly balanced audio. Staff can monitor and adjust settings remotely using the EclerNet ecosystem, integrating WPNET digital wall panels and touchscreen controls for easy management.

“The client’s main expectation was for the system to be intuitive and user-friendly, especially in spaces like the meeting room and spa. Ecler’s solutions delivered exactly that—premium sound quality with simple, elegant control interfaces. This project reflects our commitment to technical excellence and aesthetic harmony.”
— Antonia Davin, Creative Director, Multizone

Zone-by-Zone Audio Design

1. Spa and Wellness Areas
For wellness areas, bathrooms, and cabins, VIC6 in-ceiling loudspeakers were installed. These speakers are discreet yet powerful, blending with the resort’s minimalist design while delivering high-quality background audio that enhances the guest experience without overwhelming it.

2. Fitness and Yoga Spaces
Fitness zones required dynamic audio capable of energizing workouts while remaining adaptable for yoga and meditation sessions. The MIMO88 matrix provides independent zone control, allowing staff to adjust volume and sources according to the activity.

3. Outdoor Cabins and Common Areas
Outdoor spaces were equipped with strategically placed speakers to maintain clarity and coverage while ensuring the aesthetic integrity of the resort’s exterior spaces. Sound is carefully managed to avoid spillover between zones, preserving the privacy and comfort of all guests.

4. Meeting and Event Rooms
The resort hosts international golf tournaments and high-profile conferences, making its meeting rooms technically demanding. The Ecler system allows for bridging, linking, and flexible configuration of channels, enabling sound to scale up for larger events or remain subtle for smaller meetings. The anti-clipping system and thermal protections ensure reliability during high-demand events.

Control and User Experience

Centralized control is delivered via WPNET4KV digital wall panels and WPNETTOUCH touchscreen interfaces, integrated into the EclerNet Manager ecosystem. This setup allows staff to:

• Select audio sources easily

• Adjust volume per zone

• Monitor system status remotely

• Ensure tamper-proof control via front panel lock options

The result is a system that any staff member can operate without technical training, reducing operational complexity while maintaining premium audio quality.

Design and Aesthetic Considerations

A key aspect of the Horizon Resort Massane project was ensuring that technology did not disrupt the minimalist and luxurious design of the property. Ecler’s VIC6 speakers and in-wall/ceiling installations were chosen for their discreet appearance, ensuring that equipment is virtually invisible to guests while still delivering crisp, clear sound.

Additionally, all equipment and wiring were carefully coordinated with the resort’s interior designers, electricians, and other contractors, maintaining clean lines and uninterrupted design flows throughout the property.

Challenges and Project Management

One of the main challenges highlighted by Multizone was coordinating the installation in a live, multi-contractor environment. With electricians, interior designers, HVAC teams, and other trades working simultaneously, schedules had to be carefully managed and frequently adjusted to avoid delays or overlaps.

“Flexibility was key. Thanks to our in-house team and our experience on similar high-end projects, we were able to stay on track and deliver our part of the installation on time, without compromising on quality,” says Antonia Davin.

Close communication with the site manager and proactive weekly planning ensured that the Ecler system was installed seamlessly, meeting the resort’s demanding standards for quality, reliability, and aesthetics.

Why Ecler?

Horizon Resort Massane demonstrates why Ecler is a trusted choice for luxury hospitality projects worldwide. With over 50 years of experience, more than 100,000 projects completed globally, and solutions that combine high efficiency, advanced DSP, and robust reliability, Ecler continues to set the standard for professional audio in hospitality.

Key advantages of the Ecler solution include:

• Scalable multi-zone architecture to adapt to any environment

• High-efficiency Class D amplification for energy savings

• Advanced digital matrix (MIMO88) for precise sound distribution

• EclerNet ecosystem for centralized, intuitive control

• Premium, discreet speakers like VIC6 that maintain design integrity

• Protection and reliability features: thermal and overload protection, anti-clipping, tamper-proof controls

Together, these features allow resorts to deliver unforgettable audio experiences while maintaining operational simplicity and design elegance.

Conclusion

Horizon Resort Massane’s audio system is a perfect example of technology meeting luxury. From the quiet calm of the spa to the high-energy meeting rooms, every space is enhanced by precise, clear, and controlled sound, thanks to Ecler’s advanced solutions and Multizone’s expertise.

By combining innovation, design, and functionality, Ecler continues to demonstrate that professional audio is not just about volume—it’s about creating experiences that guests remember. Horizon Resort Massane is now equipped with a robust, elegant, and flexible audio system that supports the resort’s brand promise of luxury, comfort, and excellence.

Project Highlights:

• Multi-zone audio system powered by Ecler MIMO88 digital matrix

• VIC6 in-ceiling loudspeakers for wellness, cabins, and bathrooms

• Remote monitoring and control via EclerNet ecosystem

• User-friendly control through WPNET wall panels and touchscreens

• Advanced protection: thermal, overload, anti-clip systems

• Seamless integration with resort’s minimalist design

• Scalable, reliable, and flexible for luxury hospitality environments