Martin Audio is set to add an important loudspeaker to its comprehensive range, following the exclusive preview of the new multi-purpose DD12 at ISE.
DD12 will be launched later in the year, but details at ISE revealed that it will define the ultimate in performance and versatility for powered, two-way loudspeaker systems.
The DD12 combines onboard networking, DSP and Class D amplification with state-of-the-art transducers and Differential DispersionTM horn technology with the aim of achieving best-in-class performance in terms of fidelity, output capability and coverage consistency across the audience.
Differential Dispersion technology delivers more consistent audience coverage than systems with conventional X° x Y° horns — providing more throw to the rear to distribute sound evenly front-to-back, while having wider close-up horizontal coverage for the front rows.
Versatility is a key attribute of the DD12. The system is designed to meet a multitude of premium stand-alone and distributed sound reinforcement requirements — from touring, theatre and portable live sound applications to concert hall and HoW installations, AV events and stage monitor use. Ideal as the main PA in small-to-medium size rooms, it can also be used as an infill loudspeaker in large-scale systems.
Whether configured as an element in a stand-alone DD12 system or part of a larger MLA/MLA Compact system, individual DD12’s can be controlled and monitored from a laptop or wireless tablet PC via intuitive VU-NET proprietary software. PC connection can be made directly via USB, or via Martin Audio’s proprietary U-NET network and Merlin loudspeaker and network management system.
An important feature of the DD12 is its internal memory, which allows factory “plug-and-play’ or user-generated DSP preset “snapshots’ to be recalled by means of a preset selector button on the rear panel, instead of using computer control.
