Smart Sound Solutions in Temple Bar & Beyond: Stepaside Systems’ Seamless Installs with Sonance, Optimal Audio & Bluesound

By Peats on Thu 16 October 2025

When Dublin-based installer Step-A-Side Systems took on two new audio projects one a bustling souvenir pop-up in Temple Bar, and the other a residential kitchen installation Steven Healy turned to Peats for trusted AV brands that deliver performance, simplicity, and style.

Commercial Project: Souvenir Pop-Up Shop

Set in the heart of Dublin City Centre, this retail space needed a multi-zone audio system that would sound great and be easy for staff to control.
Steven chose a combination of Sonance VX80 ceiling speakers, Optimal Audio Zone8, & ZonePad4, all powered by a Bluesound Node Nano streamer.

“The client was delighted with the sound and the music throughout the store,” says Steven. “It’s easy to use the staff can control everything, and each of the four zones works exactly as needed.”

The result is a clean, discreet ceiling audio setup with powerful performance and effortless control. Perfect for a busy retail environment!

Residential Project: Kitchen Installation

In a private Dublin home, Steven installed a pair of Sonance VX80 ceiling speakers to create a stylish yet powerful audio experience in the client’s kitchen. With subtle in-ceiling grills and high-quality audio reproduction, the system blends perfectly with the space while delivering outstanding sound.

Founded by Steven Healy in 2007, Step-A-Side Systems specializes in smart home installations, Wi-Fi networks, security systems, and custom AV projects and recently added to his achievements are the highly sought after Golf Simulators for both commercial and residential projects.

Steven’s hands-on approach ensures every project, from compact kitchens to complex multi-zone audio environments is simple for clients to use while blending seamlessly.

“For me, the products need to be easy to use, integrate well, and sound great,” Steven says. “Sonance, Optimal Audio and Bluesound tick all those boxes.”

Products Featured

Sonance VX80 Ceiling Speakers – Elegant, high-performance in-ceiling sound.

Optimal Audio Zone8 – Flexible, multi-zone audio controller.

Optimal Audio ZonePad4 – Intuitive wall control for easy operation.

Bluesound Node Nano – Compact high-resolution music streamer.

Whether in a lively Dublin retail store or a private home, the combination of Sonance, Optimal Audio, and Bluesound delivers seamless control, rich sound, and stylish design. All supplied by Peats and expertly installed by Step-A-Side Systems.

Contact Peats today to chat about how we can support your project or installation:

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