The new X Series responds to the demands of the industry's top sound designers. Improvements include high-excursion neodymium drivers, ellipsoid directivity, laminar vented ports and up to 30% weight reduction. Used as a stage monitor, the X Series offers low latency monitor presets and a 7% lower profile. In installation applications the X Series comes with a complete range of flexible rigging accessories and a RAL custom colour programme. With improved radiation control and low frequency performance, the X Series is a true point-source system, boasting pristine sound for short throw applications.
"The challenge in creating the X Series was to bring all of the experience we gained in designing the K2 to bear on a new series of reference coaxials," explains Christophe Combet, head of acoustic and instrumentation at L-Acoustics. "We optimized the design, ergonomics, acoustical performance and weight. We used new carpentry techniques to optimize internal volumes, maximize bass and eliminate vibrations, designing a new, aerodynamic form with a slender, low profile that gives a profound feeling of power."
The X8 is the live monitor of the X series. X8 delivers "pristine sound with the L-Acoustics signature, a high SPL and extended bandwidth for operation at FOH position or in control rooms".
The X12 can cover multiple applications in rental and installation. An ellipsoid directivity of 90° x 60° makes it adaptable to FOH application.
The X15 is the powerhouse of the series, with "exceptional power in beamwidth and acoustic isolation". Its narrow, 40° x 60° directivity gives it immunity to feedback, making it suitable for the stage.
"The X Series is the result of an intense R&D process, fully based on feedback from the professionals of the industry and from our own field experience," continues Combet. "We look forward to working with our installation and rental partners worldwide on the launch later this year.
(Jim Evans)
