The
Martin Audio W8LC is a compact line array enclosure designed to bring
superb next-generation line array performance to concert, theatre and
commercial events. It meets the need for a high power, high bass impact
system that is versatile and scalable for a very wide range of applications
in the live sound, corporate and fixed installation fields. W8LC grids
allow systems to be flown or ground stacked as required.
Though compact in size, the W8LC is a full-bandwidth system and may be
used without subwoofers in many applications. Where additional low frequency
extension is required, W8LCs may be complemented by the W8LS Line Array
subwoofers, WLX horn and reflex loaded subwoofers or WSX horn loaded subwoofers.
features
 Compact,
high performance three-way line array enclosure
High
power - maximum SPL 129dB continuous, 135dB peak (single unit)
Superior
bass impact - all horn design
Wide
bandwidth - 60Hz-18KHz ± 3dB (single unit)
True
90° (-6dB) horizontal mid and HF pattern control
Very
smooth off-axis response - useable out to 120° (-10dB)
Compatible
with the full-sized W8L Line Array
Fast,
integral rigging system with variable splay angles from 0° to 7.5°
Common
grid may be used for flying or ground stacking
ViewPoint™
array optimisation software
Loudspeaker
management preset files for a wide variety of configurations
applications
Medium/large scale touring, theatre, stadia, club
Compatible
with W8L, W8LS and WSX
overall
dimensions
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| TYPE |
Three-way
line array element |
| FREQUENCY
RESPONSE (5) |
60Hz-18kHz
± 3dB |
| DRIVERS |
12"
(300mm)/3" (75mm) voice coil,
Hybrid™ bass horn loaded
2 x 6.5" (165mm)/1.5" (38mm) coil drivers,
horn loaded
3 x 1" (25mm) exit HF compression drivers,
horn loaded |
| RATED
POWER (2) |
LF:
400W AES, 1600W peak
MF: 200W AES, 800W peak
HF: 100W AES, 400W peak |
| SENSITIVITY
(6) |
LF:
103dB
MF: 106dB
HF: 109dB |
MAXIMUM
SPL
(calculated @ Im)
|
LF:
129dB continuous, 135dB peak
MF: 129dB continuous, 135dB peak
HF: 129dB continuous, 135dB peak |
| NOMINAL
IMPEDANCE |
LF:
8 ohms
MF: 8 ohms
HF: 8 ohms |
| DISPERSION
(-6dB) |
90º
horizontal, 7.5º vertical
120º horizontal @ -10dB |
| CROSSOVER |
300Hz,
3kHz active |
| ENCLOSURE |
Vertical
trapezoid with 3.75º wall angle, multi-laminate birch ply construction |
| FINISH |
Textured
black paint |
| PROTECTIVE
GRILL |
Black
perforated steel |
| CONNECTORS |
2
x Neutrik NL8 |
| FITTINGS |
Proprietary
rigging system |
| DIMENSIONS
(inc. wheelboard) |
(W)
1000mm x (H) 367mm x (D) 550mm (656mm)
(W) 39.4ins x (H) 14.5ins x (D) 21.7ins (27.8ins) |
| WEIGHT (ex. wheelboard) |
58kg (128lbs) |
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