Vinile Chophouse
Vinile Chophouse, the latest culinary destination from the team behind Vinyl Steakhouse, is making its mark in New York City’s Flatiron District. The restaurant is a modern interpretation of the Italian chophouse paired with a vintage musical atmosphere. With an impressive collection of albums, including the city’s largest collection of Frank Sinatra albums, the restaurant aims to create an ambiance that transports guests to a place of chic Italian elegance.
Owner Kevin Flannery sought a sound system that would enhance the dining experience and complement Vinile’s Italian heritage. Enter K-array. Born in the heart of Tuscany, where technical innovation and traditional craftsmanship create musical harmony, the shared Italian roots were an easy match. A K-array Ecosystem comprised of both K-array and KGEAR products was installed by integrators TechDesign to provide consistent, even sound throughout the venue.
When you walk into Vinile Chophouse, you'll hear classic Italian vinyl spinning on two turntables amplified by Python-KP52 I speakers and KGEAR GS18 subwoofers. It’s an instant vibe setting the mood for the amazing culinary experience to follow. Additional Pythons and KGEAR subs run the front bar with authority with the help of a K-array Thunder 12” subwoofer.
Six KGEAR GH4 high-performance point source satellite speakers deliver exceptional sound quality and coverage to the dining area with additional Thunder subwoofers installed in custom cut recesses within the banquettes. The upstairs dining room features six more KGEAR GH4 speakers and a KGEAR GU210 subwoofer.
The private chef's table on the second floor is home to two Vyper-KV25 speakers and a Truffle-KTR26 subwoofer also built into banquets. In the upstairs private dining area a turntable keeps the music flowing with four Tornado-KT2 point source speakers and one Rumble-KU26 creating an intimate listening experience. Kommander amplifiers round out the system setup.
"Creating the right atmosphere was paramount," Flannery explains. "We wanted an audio system that could truly bring our vinyl collection to life, particularly the timeless voices of Italian and Italian-American artists. Choosing K-array, an Italian system, felt like a natural fit. Their exceptional clarity and ability to distribute sound evenly throughout the restaurant, combined with their commitment to quality craftsmanship that mirrors our own, made them the perfect partner. We are proud to share our Italian roots."
Vinile’s menu features prime chophouse dishes with Italian influences, such as oysters with caviar and dry aged porterhouse. With private dining rooms and a chef’s table experience, Vinile is a destination where Italian craftsmanship in both food and audio are prioritized. Just look at the menu and you’ll find K-array prominently featured, highlighting the importance of this shared Italian heritage.
