AudioMedia - December 2008 - (Page 69) PRODUCT SAMPLER L-Acoustics is field testing a sequel to the V-DOSC line array. The new system for extra large audiences is officially known as the K-1 Project, and combines K-1 components with KUDO. During an interview at Frankfurt Pro Light and Sound, L-Acoustics’ Director of Marketing Stéphane Ecalle commented that, “The arena market segment will be the overlapping area for both systems [K-1 and V-DOSC] where they will operate seamlessly.” Martin Audio’s Omniline is a scalable micro line array, configurable in multiples of four modules, to a maximum of 32. It employs small, direct radiators as opposed to compression drivers, to produce high frequencies. However, the system maintains a high output potential because each module contains five HF devices; resulting in an effective HF voice coil diameter of 3-inches. | L I N E A R R AY S Meyer Sound’s Milo is a compact, four-way curvilinear array, delivering 140dB SPL peak output. The system is loaded with three very-high frequency transducers, extending its operating range to 18kHz as well as increasing the available high frequency headroom, and high resolution of delicate transients in long-throw applications. MILO can also serve as the keystone component in scalable, building block systems comprising combinations of M Series products. www.l-acoustics.com www.martin-audio.com www.meyersound.com Nexo’s GEO D is a three-way vertical array module, loaded with two 8-inch side-firing active transducers, and one 12-inch transducer. The m o d u l e’s ve r t i c a l M H / HF pattern control is array dependant, while its horizontal M/HF coverage is configurable to 80 or 120 degrees. This setup results in a 105 dB SPL MF/HF output, in conjunction with its twin 8-inch loudspeakers via the EtherSound-enabled NX242 controller. Outline’s Butterfly array is geometrically designed to optimise all of the operating parameters of a ver tical line array, to achieve acoustic results through mechanical means. The system includes the Hi-pack C.D.H. 483 bi-amplified, three-way cabinet, comprising two forward-facing 8-inch cone transducers with phase diffusers, plus two further 8-inch cone drivers placed behind them, radiating at right angles. QSC Audio Products’ bi- or tri-amp mode-operable Wideline WL2082-I Installation Line Array element uses a pair of highpower neodymium magnets, 8-inch LF drivers, a pair of 1.75-inch diameter voice-cil neodymium compression drivers with titanium domes mounted on a multiple aperture diffraction waveguide to provide 140° coverage. www.nexo-sa.com RCF’s TT+ High Definition Touring and Theatre System includes the TTL33-A line array module, 750W midrange, and 250W drivers. The TTL33-A module features 96kHz/24-bit, floating point DSP. Two neodymium, 8-inch drivers in a band-pass loading configuration provide tight and loud mid-bass, while a horn-loaded 8-inch driver handles the midrange frequencies. The system produces a maximum peak output of over 130dB SPL. www.outlinearray.com www.qscaudio.com Renkus-Heinz’s Versys VLX3 demonstrates an impressive output to weight ratio. It weighs in at under 190lbs, and delivers over 133dB peak SPL. The VLX3 is useable in small ground stack arrays or 20-module tall flown rigs, and enclosures can be ordered with 60, 90, or 120° horizontal patterns. VLX3 users will have the option of upgrading to the self-powered RHAON enabled VL3 version in the future. SLS Loudspeakers employs the latest planar ribbon driver technology in its Ribbon Line Array Series of line array systems. The LS9900 is the flagship full-range, tri-amped true line source array module, designed primarily for large venues requiring high-fidelity sound reinforcement. Two versions are offered: the LS9900 for permanent installation, and the LS9900T for touring applications. Both models feature two HF proprietar y PRD1000 transducers. www.rcfaudio.com www.renkus-heinz.com www.slsloudspeakers.com Sound Projects’ Linex is a vertical line array module boasting impressive low-end performance, allowing subs to remain ground stacked without losing coherence. Each module is loaded with two custom designed 6.5-inch MF drivers, mounted behind narrow, rectangular diffraction slots. Two 12-inch woofers are mounted sidefiring in the enclosure, emulating a single, symmetrical low frequency source. The system is not self-powered. Stage Accompany’s Audience AH36 System comprises three parts; the AB 36 sub, ARH 802 Amplifier-rack, and the all-new AH 36. The AH 36 is a three-way, ribbonloaded LMF/MF/HF cabinet with a horizontal dispersion of 36°, and a vertical dispersion of 30°. It features two wave-guided Ribbon Compact drivers, two SA 0802 8-inch drivers, and two SA1206 12-inch low midrange drivers. Turbosound prides itself on the adaptability of its Flex Array to a wide range of venue types. Flex Array is a medium-scale system, combining elements of line array theory with virtual point source technology. The system is fully arrayable, with fly-gear integrated into the box for rapid setup. The hornloaded low frequency cabinet utilises an 18-inch neodymium drive unit. www.soundprojects.com www.stageaccompany.com www.turbosound.com AUDIO MEDIA DECEMBER 2008 69 http://www.martin-audio.com http://www.meyersound.com http://www.l-acoustics.com http://www.qscaudio.com http://www.nexo-sa.com http://www.outlinearray.com http://www.rcfaudio.com http://www.slsloudspeakers.com http://www.renkus-heinz.com http://www.stageaccompany.com http://www.soundprojects.com http://www.turbosound.com
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