RCF will be unveiling the new HDL50-A line array to the U.S. market at the upcoming NAMM Show in Anaheim.
The most powerful model in the series, the HDL50-A is an active three-way line array module specifically designed for large events. Equipped with two 12-inch woofers, four symmetrical 6.5-inch midranges and two 2-inch drivers, it offers high sound pressure levels, with each module driven by a 4,400-watt digital amplifier and onboard DSP.
The custom 4PATH designed waveguide provides dispersion of 90 by 10 degrees while also delivering a linear high-frequency response. The unique shape of the four ducts forming the guide create an optimized isophasic load from 700 Hz to the highest audible frequencies.
Two ND850 large-format compression drivers with 3-inch voice coils have a crossover point of 800 Hz, meaning that the drivers produce almost all of the vocal range. The RCF-designed V-SHAPED front baffle provides coplanar midrange drivers and woofers, as well as a controlled LF dispersion.
The symmetrical cabinet design produces identical left and right coverage. The component positioning and special DSP crossover filtering of the HDL50-A foster constant directivity without spots of break-up or attenuation. Settings are accessed by an encoder on the rear of the cabinets or by using the integrated RDNet remote control.
The HDL50-A is housed in a tour-grade composite wooden polypropylene enclosure, and is equipped with two aluminum side handles with rubber handgrips and two rear handles for portability.
The integrated mechanics are both fast and reconfigurable, allowing creation of J-shaped and spiral arrays with 0.5-degree resolution. The heavy-duty front grille is power coated. Transparent-to-sound foam backing inside helps to further protect the transducers from dust.
The HDL50-A can be integrated into RCF line array Shape Designer system design software that allows production companies and integrators to model systems for control, pattern, SPL, and mounting configuration.
In addition, RCF is introducing the new SUB 9007-AS, an active subwoofer equipped with two hyper-vented 21-inch neodymium woofers with 4-inch inside-outside voice coils. Audio power is delivered by an onboard 6,800-watt digital amplifier. The housing of the SUB 9007-AS matches the RCF HDL50 array systems, enabling stacked configurations.
Attendees of NAMM are encouraged to stop by the RCF booth (6780) to check out the new HDL50-A and SUB 9007-AS, and to learn about a special demo event being held in conjunction with the show.
