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| VUE Audiotechnik Al-8 compact Line array system |
San Diego, CA - Following a successful public beta
program, as well as a highly-anticipated preview at the InfoComm show
last month, VUE Audiotechnik unveiled their new al-8 Compact Line Array
System.
Available this fall, the al-8 is the second member of VUE's al-Class,
and joins the al-4 Subcompact Line Array System introduced earlier this
year. Like its smaller sibling, the al-8 utilizes advanced technologies
such as beryllium compression drivers, Kevlar/Neodymium transducers,
onboard networking, and full compatibility with VUEPoint beam steering
technology to bring unprecedented sound quality, SPL and coverage
control to mainstreamsound reinforcement applications.
The al-8 system components include flying, transport and handling
accessories, the al-8 acoustic element, and the rack-mount V6 Systems
Engine, which provides system amplification, DSP and networking
capabilities via the SystemVUE control software.
The al-8 acoustic element houses a pair of proprietary 8-inch LF
transducers with large 3-inch voice coils for improved thermal
performance. The LF transducers flank four 4-inch Kevlar/Neodymium
mid-range units equipped with VUE's unique lateral acoustic shades. High
frequencies are delivered by a pair of neodymium compression drivers
with Truextent beryllium diaphragms for extended high frequency response
beyond 25kHz.
All transducers are housed in a birch plywood enclosure protected by a
12-step Dura-Coat LX finish. Integrated flying hardware allows quick
assembly of arrays of up to 16 elements per flybar. Rear panel I/O
includes a pair of NL8 connectors configured to allow discrete access to
each compression driver.
The 2U rack-mount V6 Systems Engine will tri-amp up to four al-8
acoustic elements. The V6 also houses a 64-bit DSP engine that handles
all management functions including speaker protection, system-optimized
alignment of EQ, time and crossover, as well as SystemVUE network
connectivity.
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| Al-8 without cover |
"The al-8 is a significant step toward offering a complete tool box
of solutions that combine class-leading performance, consistent sonic
character, and exceptional value," explained Jeff Taylor, VUE's head of
North American sales. "Like the al-4, the al-8 demonstrates VUE's
commitment to leveraging advanced technologies in order to deliver
systems that integrate seamlessly into a broad range of environments,
while providing a more effortless and enjoyable user experience
overall."
Al-8 Compact Line Array System Highlights:
- VUE-designed transducers: Each al-8 acoustic element features dual 8-inch LF transducers with large 3-inch voice coils, four 4-inch Kevlar/Neodymium mid-range drivers, and dual 1-inch exit neodymium compression drivers with Truextent® beryllium diaphragms.
- Companion V6 Systems Engine: Stereo three-way amplifier providing 2400W x 2 LF, 1600W x 2 MF, and 550W x 2 HF (average burst power), as well as 64-bit DSP control via the SystemVUE software.
- VUEPoint Optimized: The al-8 is fully compatible with VUE's revolutionary VUEPoint beam steering process, which enables consistent SPL and coverage control in any environment.
- SystemVUE network and software: Utilizes standard IP for easy networking. Simply plug-in and the system will automatically connect in virtually any kind of configuration. SystemVUE software provides individual and group access to all VUE devices, as well as control of device level parameters such as input/output levels, volume, mute, delay and input sources.
Specifications
| Model | al-8 | 8x al-8 & v6 |
| Description | Compact Line Array Element | Compact Line Array System |
| Acoustic Data | ||
| Frequency Response (+-2.5 dB) | 75 Hz to 18 kHz | 90 Hz to 18k Hz |
| Frequency Range (-10 dB) | 50 Hz – 26 kHz | 50 Hz to 26 kHz |
| Sensitivity (1W/1m) | 96 dB SPL | 99 dB SPL |
| Power – Long Term Sine Wave | ||
| Before Protection LF: | 600 watts rms | 1200 watts rms |
| Before Protection HF: | 56 watts rms | 224 watts rms |
| Power – Burst (6 dB Crest before clip) | ||
| LF: | 1600 watts rms | 2400 watts rms |
| HF: | 280 watts rms | 550 watts rms |
| Max Peak SPL(band limited pink noise 6 dB crest factor) | 126 dB SPL | 132 dB SPL |
| Max SPL Long Term (AVG SPL @1M before protection band limited pink noise) | 119 dB SPL | 125 dB SPL |
| Coverage Horizontal | 90 degrees – 6 dB | 90 degrees – 6 dB |
| Coverage Vertical | 10 degrees – 6 dB | Dependent on array configuration |
| Transducer Data | ||
| MF Driver Description | Two 4-inch drivers, Kevlar cones, isobutylene isoprene rubber surrounds, neodymium magnets | |
| HF Driver Description | Two 1-inch exit 34 mm voice coil Pure Truextent® beryllium diaphragm | |
| Impedance | 8 Ohms | 4 Ohms net 4x 16 ohms |
| Physical Data | ||
| Rigging: | Three-Point rigging system, provides 0, 2°, 4°, 6°, 8° and 10° between array elements. | |
| Connectors | Nutric NL8 Speakon In and Loop | |
| Cabinet Material | Multi-ply birch hardwood | |
| Cabinet Surface | 12 Step Dura-Coat LX | |
| Handles | Side recessed & rear Metal | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 10.25 x 29.40 x 17.52 in | |
| 261 x 747 x 445 mm | ||
| Weight | 75 lbs 34 kg | |
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