Music: Sonos Zones

8 zones, separately tuned.

The zones

  1. Front bar — moderate volume, conversation-friendly, jazz-leaning early, hip-hop-instrumental late.
  2. Back bar — slightly louder, more upbeat.
  3. Banquette area — quieter, more intimate.
  4. Game room — louder, fun-energy, varies with crowd.
  5. Patio (general) — outdoor friendly, mid-tempo.
  6. Patio (greenhouse) — quieter, more lounge.
  7. Espresso bar nook — quiet, instrumental.
  8. Restrooms — low, ambient.

Decibel targets

  • Conversation zones: 65-72 dB
  • Energy zones: 72-80 dB
  • Outdoor: 65-75 dB (noise ordinance compliance)

Calibration

  • Each zone has its own playlist, curated by the GM and refreshed monthly.
  • Calibration is done quarterly with a dB meter.
  • Music transitions at 9pm to energy-up, at 11pm to late-night.

After 10pm on the patio

Patio music caps at 65 dB. Neighborhood compliance is non-negotiable. See Patio service ends 10pm (stub).

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