The L-Acoustics LA12X is a high-performance, four-channel amplified controller designed for L-Acoustics' largest loudspeakers. It delivers 3,300 W per channel at 2.7 Ω, 2,600 W at 4 Ω, and 1,400 W at 8 Ω, ensuring robust and reliable amplification.
Key Features:
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Advanced DSP Processing: Equipped with dual SHARC 32-bit processors operating at a 96 kHz sampling rate, the LA12X offers a flexible 4x4 routing matrix and comprehensive output channel EQ capabilities, including 8 IIR and 3 FIR filters.
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Comprehensive Connectivity: The amplifier supports analog, AES/EBU, and AVB inputs, with Milan-AVB certification ensuring seamless network redundancy and reliable performance.
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Efficient Power Supply: Featuring a Universal Switched Mode Power Supply (SMPS) with Power Factor Correction (PFC), the LA12X operates efficiently across global voltages (100 V – 240 V ±10%, 50–60 Hz), maintaining consistent performance while minimizing power consumption.
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Robust Protection Mechanisms: Incorporating L-DRIVE technology, the LA12X offers advanced system protection, safeguarding both the amplifier and connected loudspeakers from potential damage due to excursion, temperature fluctuations, or over-voltage conditions.
Specifications:
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Amplification Class: Class D
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Output Power (All Channels Loaded):
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4 x 3,300 W at 2.7 Ω
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4 x 2,600 W at 4 Ω
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4 x 1,400 W at 8 Ω
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Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+/- 0.1 dB at 8 Ω, 60 W output power)
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+N): < 0.05% (20 Hz – 10 kHz, 8 Ω, 60 W output power)
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Input Impedance: 22 kΩ (balanced)
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Maximum Input Level: +22 dBu (balanced, THD 1%)
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DSP: Dual SHARC 32-bit, floating point, 96 kHz sampling rate
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Inputs:
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Outputs: 4 loudspeaker outputs (SpeakON)
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Dimensions (H x W x D): 88 mm (2U) x 483 mm x 420 mm
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Weight: 14.5 kg (32 lbs)
The LA12X’s combination of powerful amplification, advanced DSP capabilities, and versatile connectivity options make it an ideal choice for professionals seeking reliable and high-quality amplification solutions for demanding audio applications.
Amplification and Power Supply:
- Amplification Class: Class D
- Output Power (All Channels Driven):
- 4 x 3,300 W at 2.7 Ω
- 4 x 2,600 W at 4 Ω
- 4 x 1,400 W at 8 Ω
- Power Supply Model: Universal Switched Mode Power Supply (SMPS) with Power Factor Correction (PFC)
- Power Factor: > 0.9
- Mains Rating: 100 V - 240 V ±10%, 50-60 Hz
- Nominal Current Requirements:
- 30 A for 100-120 V
- 16 A for 200-240 V
Audio Specifications:
- Frequency Response:
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB at 8 Ω (60 W output power)
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB at 4 Ω (120 W output power)
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+N, 20 Hz - 10 kHz):
- < 0.05% at 8 Ω (60 W output power)
- < 0.1% at 4 Ω (120 W output power)
- Output Dynamic Range (20 Hz - 20 kHz, A-weighted): > 114 dB at 8 Ω
- Noise Level (20 Hz - 20 kHz, A-weighted): < -72 dBV at 8 Ω
- Channel Separation at 1 kHz, 4 Ω: > 85 dB
- Damping Factor at 1 kHz and below, 8 Ω: > 400
- Output Delay: 0 ms to 1,000 ms
DSP:
- Digital Signal Processor: Dual SHARC 32-bit, floating point, 96 kHz sampling rate
- I/O Routing: Flexible 4x4 routing matrix
- Per Output Channel Features:
- Built-in EQ with 8 IIR and 3 FIR EQ filters
- Array morphing (LF contour, zoom factor)
- Air absorption compensation filters
- Internal IIR and FIR EQ algorithms for speaker phase linearization and improved impulse responses
- L-DRIVE protection (excursion, temperature, over-voltage)
- Latency:
- Standard Operating Mode: 3.84 ms
- Low Latency Operating Mode: 0.76 ms
Inputs:
- Analog:
- 4 balanced analog line inputs with passively connected link
- A/D Conversion: 4 cascaded 24-bit analog/digital converters (130 dB dynamic range)
- Input Impedance: 22 kΩ (balanced)
- Maximum Input Level: +22 dBu (balanced, THD 1%)
- Digital:
- 2 AES/EBU inputs (4 channels) with electronically buffered link and failsafe relay
- AES/EBU Standard: AES3
- Sampling Frequency: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, or 192 kHz
- Word Length: 16, 18, 20, or 24 bits
- Synchronization: Signal resampled to internal clock at 96 kHz
- Dynamic Range: 140 dB
- Distortion (THD+N): < -120 dB FS
- Bandpass Ripple: ±0.05 dB (20 Hz - 40 kHz, 96 kHz)
- Fallback Mode: Digital to analog / digital to digital
- Switchover Conditions: No clock, loss of lock, CRC error, bipolar encoding error, or data slip
- Constant Delay: Independent of input Fs
- Constant Level: Upon user setting of AES/EBU gain, independent of input Fs
- Input Gain: -12 dB to +12 dB, 0.1 dB steps
- Revert to AES/EBU: Upon manual user selection
Outputs:
- Loudspeaker Connections: 4 x SpeakON
Interface:
- Display/Indicators: LCD and LEDs
- Navigation: Rotary encoder, power and mute keys
Control and Monitoring:
- Network Connection: Dual-port Ethernet Gigabit interface
- L-Acoustics Remote Control Software: LA Network Manager 2
- Third-Party Management Solutions: QSC®, SNMP, Extron®, Crestron®
Operating Conditions:
- Temperature: 0°C / 32°F to +50°C / 122°F
Physical Data:
- Height: 2U
- Weight: 14.5 kg / 32 lbs
- Protection Rating: IP2X
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