Real World Gear: Recent 2-Way Loudspeaker Designs

PreSonus AIR Series AIR12
presonus.com
Dispersion (h x v): 90 x 60 degrees
Components: 1.35-in compression driver, 12-in cone driver
Frequency Response: 60 Hz — 20 kHz
Maximum SPL (peak): 131 dB
Amplification: Onboard (1200 watts total, biamped)
Connectors: 2 x XLR/TRS combo, 1/8-in TRS stereo, XLR Mix output
Positioning/Rigging: Suspension points; dual position pole-mount (0 and 7.5 degrees)
Dimensions (h x w x d): 16.9 x 16.5 x 27.6 in
Weight: 37.5 lbs
Notes: Several presets to customize response for mains; stage monitoring cabinet angle and monitor response preset

Verity Audio MUSE
verityaudio.fr
Dispersion: 90 x 60 degrees, rotatable
Components: 1.4-in voice coil ferrite compression driver, 12-in cone driver
Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 20 kHz
Maximum SPL (peak): 127 dB
Power Handling: 700 watts (program), active and passive versions available
Connectors: Dual NL4, active version also offers mic/line inputs plus line output
Positioning/Rigging: 20 M8 flypoints
Dimensions (h x v x d): 25.2 x 17.7 x 15.1 in
Weight: 44.7 lbs

JBL Professional VTX F12
jblpro.com
Dispersion (h x v): 90 x 50 degrees
Components: 3-in Dual Diaphragm, Dual Voice Coil compression driver, 12-in cone driver
Frequency Response: 69 Hz — 20 kHz
Maximum SPL (peak): LF— 132 dB; HF — 137 dB (free-field)
Power Handling: LF — 1,000 watts; HF — 200 watts (AES)
Connectors: Neutrik Speakon
Positioning/Rigging: Suspension points; pole-mount
Dimensions (h x w x d): 21.6 x 15.6 x 12 in
Weight: 42 lbs
Notes: 15-in version and an 18-in sub also available; Crown I-Tech amplification recommended

KV2 Audio EX12
kv2audio.com
Dispersion (h x v): 80 x 40 degrees
Components: 3-in compression driver, 12-in cone driver
Frequency Response: 55 Hz — 22 kHz
Maximum SPL (peak): 130 dB
Amplification: Onboard (500 watts RMS, biamped)
Connectors: XLR (input and output)
Positioning/Rigging: M6 bracket points; suspension points; pole-mount
Dimensions (h x w x d): 23.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 in
Weight: 63.8 lbs
Notes: 6, dual 6, 10, and 15-in versions are also available, plus single and dual 12 and 15-in subs along with single 18-in sub; specialized woofer with passive coil for impedance control matched to amp

Mackie DRM212
mackie.com
Dispersion: 90 x 60 degrees
Components: 1.4-in diaphragm compression driver, 1 x 12-in neodymium cone driver
Frequency Response: 45 Hz – 20 kHz
Maximum SPL (peak): 134 dB
Power Handling: Self-powered – class D amplifier delivering 1,600 watts (peak)
Connectors: Dual XLR inputs, XLR output, 1.4-in, 1/8-in stereo
Positioning/Rigging: Pole mount (dual angle), 8 x M10 flypoints
Dimensions (h x d x w): 25 x 14.7 x 16.2 in
Weight: 42 lbs