"Ease-of-use in terms of deployment and system tuning were the key elements driving the KLA design," states Phil Sanchez, product manager at QSC. "As a complete systems provider, we are determined to offer our customers real-world, practical solutions that meet their needs for a variety of applications.
"The current state of line arrays is that they are inherently expensive and require considerable effort to deploy. In offering the KLA solution, we've managed to bring to market a product that is both attractively priced and fast to implement. This arrangement makes line array technology more accessible to a larger customer segment and will serve as practical audio solution for many more users than ever before possible."
The KLA Series is comprised of two models, the KLA1212-inch, two-way, line array element and the KLA181 18-inch subwoofer enclosure. Both models feature a 1,000 Watt (continuous) class-D power module and include QSC's proprietary Intrinsic Correction, first introduced with the QSC WideLine Series, for optimal acoustical performance across the entire sound field. The KLA's self-contained SOLO (Single-Operator Logistics) rigging system enables users to quickly assemble (and disassemble) a line array in a fraction of the time of comparable systems - all without the need for special tools or external hardware, says the company.
Another new feature found specifically on the KLA12 is Ar-Q (Arcuate Equalization) frequency optimisation. With a click of a dial on the back panel, the user selects the total number of boxes deployed in the array. In response, the Ar-Q system makes the appropriate frequency compensation adjustments resulting in an evenly balanced and accurate tonal curve.
Fully supported in EASE and EASE Focus, the KLA Series will be offered in both black and white finishes and is slated for availability in early Spring 2011.
(Jim Evans)
