Koch Sound, based in Kenai, Alaska, is building its business around the Allen & Heath ecosystem. Owner Alex Koch chose the brand for its versatility, supporting productions ranging from intimate community events to large outdoor festivals. Koch’s relationship with Allen & Heath began with a GLD-80 and has expanded to include an Avantis and a CQ-18T. The CQ-18T, known for its compact footprint, is frequently used for smaller productions, as Koch noted, “it’s just simple, it’s small.”
The company’s inventory includes an Avantis alongside a CQ-18T, allowing it to tailor each production to its specific requirements while remaining within the Allen & Heath ecosystem. For smaller productions, Koch often turns to the CQ-18T, as its compact footprint and streamlined workflow allow him to move quickly without sacrificing capability. The fact that “it’s just simple, it’s small,” is what keeps Koch reaching for it.
During a recent EDM performance featuring DJ Buku, the CQ-18T delivered the necessary bass via a three-channel setup. Koch also provided an Avantis to Anchorage-based sound company during the Homer HarborFest festival, even offering training on the platform, which proved successful. The event showcased Allen & Heath dLive at the touring level, with two consoles at front of house.
Koch credits both the products and the people behind them for earning his long-term loyalty. He has built his confidence through attending NAMM and AES shows, and completing Allen & Heath’s certification training. Whether supporting local graduations, outdoor festivals, EDM performances, or regional touring productions, Koch continues to rely on Allen & Heath to deliver a familiar workflow that scales with every event. His loyalty to the brand proves that a single ecosystem can meet the demands of an entire live sound business.
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