Martin Audio CDD-LIVE12B 12" Two Way Powered System Portable Loudspeaker 2500W

Martin Audio CDD-LIVE12B 12" Two Way Powered System Portable Loudspeaker 2500W

The CDD-LIVE 12 is a high-performance, self-powered system designed for professional applications that require high output levels and exceptional fidelity from a very compact enclosure. With a peak output capability of 128dB at 1 metre, it is the ideal solution for a multitude of premium stand-alone and distributed sound reinforcement requirements — from touring, theatre and portable live sound, to concert hall and HoW installations, AV events and stage monitor use.

Featuring a high-specification 12” (300mm) LF/1” (25mm) exit HF Coaxial Differential Dispersion driver, it delivers more consistent audience coverage than a conventional system with a fixed X° x Y° coverage pattern and has wide 110° horizontal coverage close-up. The innovative CDD technology also achieves ‘point source’ summation of the LF and HF sections — eliminating off-axis variations in frequency response associated with non-coaxial designs.

A self-powered system, the CDD-LIVE 12 incorporates a two-channel Class D amplifier, DSP and Dante™ digital audio networking — simplifying set-up, enhancing control and eliminating amplifier racks. The onboard amplifier delivers 2000W LF + 500W HF peak output to the drivers, and its switched-mode power supply auto-ranges to global mains voltages from 100 to 240V 50/60Hz.

DSP functions — including parametric EQ, delay, muting, gain and preset selection — can be controlled over Ethernet from a PC or Windows® tablet via intuitive VU-NET™ proprietary software.

For simple set-ups, ‘plug-and-play’ presets — as well as a user-defined preset — can be selected on the rear panel, instead of using computer control. As an alternative to its analogue inputs, the CDD- LIVE 12 is Dante enabled for digital audio distribution and control over a single CAT5 cable to maintain audio quality however long the cable run.

The CDD-LIVE 12 is incredibly versatile. Its multi-angle enclosure can be used in either horizontal or vertical orientation, with rotation of the driver easily accomplished by removing the screw-free, protective grille. The tour-grade enclosure is constructed from multi-laminate plywood and finished in a hard-wearing polyurea coating. Integral fittings include a top-hat for pole mounting and multiple M8 inserts for attachment to a wall-bracket, yoke or universal bracket with a wide range of up and down tilt angles.

Features:

• Compact, self-powered two-way system
• Coaxial Differential Dispersion™ technology
• Onboard Class D amplification and DSP
• Dante™ Digital Audio networking
• Global mains operation with Power Factor Correction
• User-rotatable CDD™ driver
• Vertical and horizontal mounting options
• Tour-grade, multi-angle plywood enclosure
• IP24 rating option with rain cowl
• Comprehensive mounting accessories

Applications:

• Live sound reinforcement
• Theatre sound
• Corporate AV events
• Fixed installations in concert halls, ballrooms and HoW
• Stage monitor and infill
• Bars and clubs

Specification:

ACOUSTICS

TYPE:  Compact, Coaxial Differential Dispersion powered two-way system

FREQUENCY RESPONSE (1):        62Hz – 20kHz ±3dB, -10dB @ 50Hz

DRIVER:        

LF: 12” (300mm)/2.5” (63.5mm) voice coil, long excursion, shared ferrite motor system with HF

HF: 1” (25mm) exit/1.7” (44mm) voice coil, polyimide dome compression driver

INPUT SENSITIVITY:           -30dBu for 100dB SPL

MAXIMUM SPL (2):           122dB continuous / 128dB peak

DISPERSION:           110˚-60˚ horizontal, 60˚ vertical (user-rotatable)

CROSSOVER:           1.5kHz Active LR8 with low latency HF FIR equalisation Balance presets for pole mount/ pole mount with sub/ stage monitor

MODULE AUDIO INPUT

CONNECTORS:        Female XLR input, male XLR link output, Dante Audio Neutrik® Ethercon

ANALOGUE INPUT IMPEDANCE:            20 kΩ balanced to ground

MAXIMUM ANALOGUE INPUT LEVEL:  24.6 Vpp (+21dBu), over voltage protected

INTERNAL PROCESSING: 

Multi-channel DSP, programmable via TCP/IP using VU-Net software

PEQ/shelving filters

Up to 48dB/Oct HPF

Low latency HF FIR filters

Up to 200ms input delay

Pre-set selection via rear panel switch

NETWORK

CONNECTORS:        2xNeutrik® Ethercon

PROTOCOL: TCP/IP and UDP/IP

AMPLIFIER

TYPE: 

2 channel switch-mode, class D,

Bridged Tied Load + 1 channel switch-mode, class D

PEAK OUTPUT POWER:   

2500W total

2000W LF, 500W HF

AVERAGE EFFICIENCY:      89%

COOLING:     External convection cooled, with internal fan

MAXIMUM AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: 40°C (104°F) for full output

POWER SUPPLY

TYPE:  Switch mode, fixed frequency with PFC

AC INPUT OPERATING RANGE:   85 – 265V ~ AC, 50 - 60Hz

POWER FACTOR:    > 0.98

NOMINAL POWER CONSUMPTION:     160W

MAINS CONNECTOR:        Neutrik® Powercon True1

MECHANICAL

ENCLOSURE:            Extensively braced multi-laminate plywood.

FINISH:          Textured black PU coating.

PROTECTIVE GRILLE:         HEX perforated mild steel with protective zinc plating and black powder coat finish. Backed with black grille cloth.

FITTINGS:    

Top hat for pole mounting

15 x M8 mounting points

Two side pocket handles

Optional weather protection cowl

IP RATING:   IP24 factory option available

DIMENSIONS:        

(W) 359mm x (H) 580mm x (D) 373mm

(W) 14.13in x (H) 22.83in x (D) 14.69in

WEIGHT:       28kg (61.6lbs) excluding Transit cover

ACCESSORIES:         Transit Cover Optional wall, yoke and universal brackets