INDIA: India’s live sound sector reached a significant milestone as Reynold’s Sound & Lighting Services Pvt Ltd became the country’s first rental company to invest simultaneously in both the largest and the smallest consoles in the DiGiCo Quantum range—the Quantum 852 and the newly launched Quantum 112—supplied and supported by Hi-Tech Audio & Image LLP. The move signals a deliberate step towards global touring standards, reinforcing Reynold’s long-standing reputation for technical ambition and large-scale execution.

With roots dating back to 1908 and its modern rental operations taking shape in 1981 under Managing Director Felix Remedios, Reynold’s has evolved into one of India’s leading rental companies, headquartered in Bengaluru with advanced testing and warehouse facilities and a workforce of over 250 full-time engineers across sales, installation and showroom operations. The addition of the Quantum consoles was immediately put to work on one of the most demanding projects imaginable: the One World One Family festival in Muddenahalli, a 100-day cultural event conceived to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, celebrating unity, humanity and global cultural exchange.

At the festival, which officially broke the Guinness World Record for the longest cultural festival, the DiGiCo Quantum 852 took centre stage at front of house, managing more than 220 input channels, while the Quantum 112 operated as the production console and an additional Quantum 5 handled monitor and broadcast duties. For Remedios, the investment was about far more than expanding inventory. “The DiGiCo Quantum 852 is built for the world’s most expressive, complex, and technically demanding productions,” he said. “Introducing it to South India signals that our artists, engineers, and audiences deserve global-grade sonic precision. At Reynold’s, we believe in leading with intention, not fashion, and this investment marks a defining moment in India’s journey toward the highest international touring standards.”

On-site technical support was provided by Satyam Rajvanshi, Application Engineer (DiGiCo) at Hi-Tech Audio & Image, who worked closely with the Reynold’s team to ensure stability and redundancy across the entire system. “My role was to ensure seamless performance across the entire DiGiCo ecosystem from engine redundancy to Optocore integration, delivering the reliability, stability, and precision required for a production of this magnitude,” he explained. “Being present for the deployment of the Quantum 852, Quantum 112, and Quantum 5 consoles for monitors and broadcast, in collaboration with the Reynolds team, was an immensely proud moment for all of us.”

Official Guinness World Record recognition was awarded on November 23rd, 2025, with the event also setting a second record for the most nationalities performing in a choral symphony, bringing together 65 nationalities in a single performance. Reflecting on the achievement, Remedios noted, “Watching the Quantum ecosystem power two Guinness World Records with perfect stability was one of the proudest moments in our history. The audio system didn’t just perform; it elevated the entire production. Our engineers mixed over 250 channels, supported a 200-piece orchestra, and united musicians from around the world. Quantum exists for shows like this and that’s why Reynold’s chooses it. Its performance validated every decision we’ve made.”

From the distribution perspective, Rajan Gupta, CEO & Founder of Hi-Tech Audio & Image LLP, described the deployment as a benchmark moment for the Indian market. “Reynold’s Quantum deployment, especially during the Guinness World Record production, is a reminder of what India can achieve when talent and technology converge,” he said. “The decision to invest ahead of the curve sets a new standard for the country and this milestone proves India is not simply matching global touring expectations; we are becoming a destination the world respects and celebrates. Quantum technology doesn’t just enhance sound; it enables India to perform on the world stage.”

His colleague Nirdosh Aggarwal, Managing Partner at Hi-Tech Audio & Image LLP, echoed this long-term outlook, adding, “This is more than an acquisition; it is a responsibility to the future. The Quantum 852 and Quantum 112 represent the next era of sonic precision, and we are committed to helping the industry unlock its fullest potential.”

As India’s live events sector scales up in ambition and technical complexity, the collaboration between Reynold’s, Hi-Tech Audio & Image LLP and DiGiCo reflects a broader shift towards reliability, creative freedom and engineering excellence. With projects ranging from spiritual mega-events such as the Isha Mahashivratri to international touring formats like Lollapalooza India, the investment in Quantum technology is shaping not just individual productions, but the infrastructure and confidence of the wider industry. As Remedios concluded, “The world has now seen what India can do. Two Guinness World Records, a 450-piece global orchestra, 250+ channels, and a DiGiCo Quantum 852 at the heart of it, all executed flawlessly. This is India’s moment.”