L-Acoustics launched its first install-specific amplified controller at ISE 2020, held in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on 11-14 February.
Primarily designed to power its compact loudspeakers, the bridgeable 4 x 4 channel LA2Xi offers up to four outputs, allowing it to also drive medium- and large-format loudspeakers in full or reduced SPL for various types of applications. LA2Xi could be used to power background music in leisure installations, distributed fill systems in performing arts centres, studio monitors, private auditoriums and more.
LA2Xi adapts to the needs of various applications, allowing the option of four-, three-, two- or one-output channel configuration. In 4 x 4 single-ended mode, it can drive up to 16 X4i or 5XT compact coaxial loudspeakers. In residential applications where maximum SPL is not required, LA2Xi powers a stereo pair of Syva and Syva Low colinear source loudspeakers.
Bridge LA2Xi to 4 x 2 mode and it powers A10i and A15i medium-throw line sources or KS21i subwoofers with 1260W per channel. In 4 x 3 configurations, it can drive a pair of X8 reference monitors with a SB15m subwoofer. Bridging all channels in 4 x 1 mode powers one KS28 reference subwoofer with 2550W.
Packaged in a 1U chassis for optimised rack space, LA2Xi was tailor-made for integration applications. Underneath the streamlined front panel lies the same DSP engine as the flagship touring LA12X amplified controller, including features for loudspeaker management, protection and monitoring as well as tools for system adjustment and calibration.
The rear panel contains terminal connectors for AES and analogue inputs, loudspeaker outputs as well as four GPIO and 24V DC backup power for the DSP card, which the company says enables external control and monitoring, and ensures fast recovery in case of power loss.
“We are proud to expand our amplified controller range, which is renowned for high performance and efficient amplification to the installation market,” said Genio Kronauer, director of electronics development at L-Acoustics. “From the blank page through to launch, the LA2Xi has been honed to meet the needs and specifications of our installation partners. Its flexible input/output architecture makes it a powerful addition to our line-up.”
LA2Xi will be available for shipping from September 2020.
