DAS Audio Altea-712 Passive 12-Inch PA Speaker
The ALTEA-712 passive system allows users to choose the powering option they prefer and is designed for use with external amplification and outboard DSP. This system benefits from the high-performance transducers include the DAS 12F loudspeaker, which provides accurate low frequency reproduction with a deep, powerful bass.
High frequencies are handled by the brilliant M-28 FEM optimized compression driver with 1? exit providing exceptional performance and smooth reproduction.
Features
- Hi-power passive 2-way system
- 2000 W peak power handling
- 12? loudspeaker + M-28 compression driver
- Wide 90° coverage that fills the room
- Lightweight polypropylene enclosure
- Ergonomic handles and floor monitor position
- Integrated M8 rigging points
Applications
- Concerts and corporate A/V
- Portable and live clubs
- Concert halls, theaters and auditoriums
- Houses of worship
Specifications
- Performance
- Frequency Range (-10 dB) : 65 Hz - 20 kHz
- Horizontal Coverage (-6 dB) : 90°
- Vertical Coverage : 60°
- Nominal Impedance : 8 ohms
- RMS Power Handling : 500 W
- Peak Power Handling : 2000 W
- On-axis Sensitivity 1W/1 m : 98 dB SPL
- Maximum Peak SPL at 1 m : 131 dB
- Recommended Amplifier : PA-1500
- Recommended Processor : DSP-226
- Connectors
- Audio Input Connector : 1 x speakON NL4
- Audio Output Connector : 1 x speakON NL4
- Enclosure
- Enclosure Construction : Polypropylene
- Enclosure Geometry : Trapezoidal
- Rigging : M8 Rigging Points
- Color : Black
- Depth : 350 mm (13,8 in)
- Dimensions ( H x W x D ) : 655 x 380 x 350 mm, 25,8 x 15,0 x 13,8 in
- Net Weight : 16,5 kg ( 36,4 lb )
- Components
- LF Driver : 12F
- HF Driver : M-28
- Shipping
- Carton Dimensions ( H x W x D ) : 750 x 450 x 415 mm, 29,5 x 17,7 x 16,3 in
- Shipping Weight : 19,5 kg ( 43,0 lb )
What amplifier is recommended for the Altea-712?
A: Use an amplifier that provides:
500W RMS @ 8 ohms (minimum)
Ideally 600W–1000W per channel for headroom
Do I need a subwoofer with this speaker?
A: Not mandatory, but recommended:
- Without sub - good clarity, moderate bass
- With sub - full-range DJ sound with deep bass
Can it be used as a stage monitor?
A: Yes. The cabinet design allows:
- Floor monitor (wedge use)
- Main PA speaker
Can it be used for permanent installation?
A: Yes. It includes: M8 rigging points
Who should buy the Altea-712?
A: Best suited for:
- DJs (with subwoofer)
- Live performers
- Rental companies
- Fixed installations
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