Audi Field

One of the most successful franchises in Major League Soccer (MLS), D.C. United’s construction of a new home stadium, Audi Field, has been highly anticipated by players and fans alike. From the beginning of the project, Club leaders were committed to building a state-of-the-art venue that would take the fan experience to a new level while staying true to D.C. United’s environmental goals. D.C. United, working with general contractor Turner Construction, explored a variety of sports lighting manufacturers that provided LED solutions. Ultimately, Musco was chosen for the superior performance of its Total Light Control—TLC for LED® technology; its distinctive system solution with custom-built mounting racks and enclosed, factory wiring; its expertise and guidance from the planning stages of the project; and its industry-leading warranty. Other key benefits for D.C. United includes:

• Crystal Clear Visibility – Players on the field and spectators in the 20,000-seat stadium can see the ball and follow the action better as a result of custom optics designed around the LEDs.
• No Disruptive Glare – Nobody in the stadium will be affected or blinded by glare from the lights thanks to Musco’s patented visoring technology.
• Exceptional Broadcast Quality – MLS fans watching D.C. United home games from around the world will enjoy a much more enhanced HD broadcast due to the system’s multi-zone aiming which improves uniformity and eliminates harsh shadows.
• Reduced Energy Consumption – The new system will reduce energy consumption by 61 percent compared to metal halide equipment and helped Audi Field achieve LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
• World-Class Entertainment Experience – The system integrates with Audi Field’s DMX controls, allowing the individual LED fixtures to synchronize with music for cutting-edge light shows.

Additionally, with Musco’s long-term warranty covering parts and labor, D.C. United won’t have to worry about handling any maintenance to the lights at Audi Field, or paying for it, for 10 years.