Founder • Principal Engineer • Live Sound
Integrated Systems • Technical Leadership
Benjamin
Spencer
Founder and Principal Engineer of Coherence Integrated Systems Engineering with over 20 years of international experience across live sound engineering, technical systems integration, experiential environments, AV infrastructure, and complex technical project delivery.
Combining extensive audio engineering expertise with technical site leadership and multi-disciplinary systems coordination, Benjamin operates at the intersection of professional audio, integrated technologies, experiential delivery, construction coordination, and technical operations management.
Contact
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
+971 (0) 55 104 5759
Core Specialisations
Professional Experience
Career Timeline
Present
Founder & Principal Engineer
Coherence | Integrated Systems Engineering FZE
- • Founder and lead technical authority for integrated systems engineering and experiential technology delivery.
- • Oversees technical strategy, systems integration coordination, QA/QC implementation and multi-disciplinary delivery.
- • Coordinates specialist subcontractors, consultants, AV integrators and technical teams.
- • Provides engineering leadership across AV, IT, control systems, DSP platforms and experiential infrastructure.
2021 – 2025
Technical Site Leadership & Experiential Delivery
BeWunder Turnkey Projects Contracting LLC
- • Delivered experiential and integrated technology projects across UAE and Saudi Arabia.
- • Coordinated installation teams, specialist contractors and multi-disciplinary site operations.
- • Managed QA/QC inspections, technical snagging and commissioning coordination.
- • Supported immersive environments, museums and luxury experiential installations.
2015 – 2020
Co-Founder & Projects Engineer
Subsonic Event Services LLC
- • Founded and operated a professional live sound and technical production company.
- • Delivered audio engineering services for concerts, festivals and large-scale productions.
- • Managed FOH engineering, monitor systems, RF coordination and technical deployment.
- • Worked extensively with digital consoles, wireless ecosystems and networked audio systems.
2000 – 2015
International Freelance Audio Engineer
Global Touring, Concerts & Live Events
- • Extensive international engineering work across touring productions, Formula 1 events, festivals and broadcast environments.
- • Roles included FOH Engineer, Monitor Engineer, Systems Engineer, Recording Engineer and Systems Technician.
- • Worked across large-format systems, RF coordination, DSP environments and live production infrastructure.
- • Delivered technical support throughout the GCC, Europe, Asia and international touring environments.
Console Ecosystems & Systems Platforms
Technical Platforms & Engineering Systems
Digital Console Platforms
Loudspeaker & Systems Platforms
RF & Wireless Systems
Networking & DSP Platforms
Education
Academic Background
Audio Engineering Diploma
SAE Institute – Sydney, Australia
Higher National Diploma – Music Production
Newcastle College of Music – United Kingdom
City & Guilds Apprenticeship – Carpentry & Joinery
Leeds College of Building – United Kingdom
Landmark Projects
Selected International Experience
Cartier – Louvre Abu Dhabi
Technical delivery support within a highly sensitive luxury cultural environment requiring specialist coordination and experiential systems integration.
Luxury Exhibition
teamLab Borderless – Jeddah
Large-scale immersive experiential installation involving multi-disciplinary coordination and integrated technology delivery.
Immersive Experience
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Visitors Centre
Technical coordination, QA/QC oversight, troubleshooting and client-facing delivery within a major national project.
National Landmark
Expo 2017 / 2020 / 2025
International expo systems delivery experience across Kazakhstan, Dubai and Osaka.
Global Expositions
Live Sound & Touring Experience
Selected International Live Audio Credits
London Olympics Opening Ceremony
London, UK
Systems Technician
Dubai World Cup
Meydan, Dubai
FOH Engineer
Scorpions
Bahrain Formula 1
Systems Engineer
Pitbull
Bahrain Formula 1
Systems Engineer
Kylie Minogue
Qatar
Systems Design & Engineering
Sting Support Act
DU Arena Abu Dhabi
FOH Engineer
Kelly Rowland
Qatar
Monitor & Systems Engineer
Afrojack
Bahrain
Systems Engineer
Gypsy Kings
IADC 2015
FOH Engineer
Derek Trucks Band
Crown Prince of Bahrain
Systems Engineer
Dionne Warwick
Armani Hotel
Systems Engineer
Lisa Stansfield
Armani Hotel
Systems Engineer
Conor Maynard
EMI / London
FOH Engineer
Rochester Castle Concerts
UK
Systems Technician
Billy Ocean
Live Touring
Systems Technician
Jools Holland
Live Touring
Systems Technician
UK Philharmonic Orchestra
United Kingdom
Systems Technician
PUBG Gaming Tournament
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
FOH & Systems Engineer
Maluma
Coca-Cola Arena Dubai
House & Systems Engineer
Bryan Adams
KAEC Jeddah
House & Systems Engineer
Gypsy Kings
KAEC Jeddah
House & Systems Engineer
Yasalam — Beats on the Beach
Abu Dhabi
Systems Engineering Support
Chanel featuring Rita Ora
Burj Khalifa, Dubai
Systems & Recording Engineer
Chanel featuring Janelle Monáe
Luxury Brand Event
Systems Designer & Audio Consultant
Rolls Royce Ghost Launch
Luxury Automotive Launch
Systems Engineer & FOH Engineer
Magenta Orchestra Indonesia
Indonesia
Adamson Systems Engineer
DXB4BEY Beirut Benefit Event
Dubai Opera
Recording Engineer
Chinese Presidential Visit
Abu Dhabi Presidential Palace
Technical Support
FIFA Club World Cup
International Tournament
Principal Audio Supplier
AFC Asian Football Cup Draw
International Sporting Event
Audio Project Management
UAE National Day Events
United Arab Emirates
Technical Delivery Support
Hamdan Foundation Innovation Hub
Dubai
360° Audio System Integration
Technical Platforms & Engineering Systems
Technical Certifications & Industry Training
Q-SYS / DSP / CONTROL
DANTE / NETWORKING / AV-OVER-IP
RF / WIRELESS / SHURE
PROFESSIONAL AUDIO / SYSTEMS
Industry Training / Site Certifications
IPAF
Mobile Elevated Work Platform certification supporting safe access and operation within complex technical and construction environments.
PASMA
Certified in mobile access tower assembly, inspection and safe operational practices across live project environments.
Electrical Safety
Electrical safety training supporting installation, testing and commissioning activities across integrated systems environments.
Fire Safety
Fire safety training covering prevention procedures, emergency response protocols and safe working practices within live project environments.
First Aid
Emergency response and workplace first aid training supporting operational site safety and welfare.
Site Safety / HSE
Health, safety and environmental induction programmes supporting compliance across live construction and technical delivery environments.
COMMERCIAL / TERMS
Engagement Terms & Conditions
Commercial framework, project engagement structure, payment terms, operational policies, and service conditions.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES