Martin Audio DSX
Reflex Loaded
2x18” Subwoofer for MLA Compact
Capable of more than 146dB peak output at 1m half-space, the ground-stack DSX powered and networked subwoofer achieves extremely high output levels from such a compact enclosure.
Description
The DSX’s high output capability is achieved by combining state-of-the-art driver technology with an onboard Class D amplifier module which can deliver 6kW peak power.
Its two reflex-loaded 18” (450mm)/4” (100mm) drivers perfectly balance low frequency extension and impact.
Forward output as well as rear rejection can be optimised to achieve coverage where required and cancellation elsewhere.
A flying version, the DSX-F can be flown alongside or at the top of MLA Compact arrays, as well as being ground-stacked. The ground-stack DSX can be upgraded to a DSX-F by an easy-to-fit accessory kit.
DSX Features
- Ultra-high output subwoofer with onboard Class D amplification. DSP and networking
- Two reflex-loaded 18” (450mm)/4” (100mm) drivers perfectly balance low frequency extension and impact
- Switched mode power supply with PFC (Power Factor Correction) and global mains voltage operation
- Forward or rear-facing operation
- Designed to meet IP24 environmental rating
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Quick Specs
- ACOUSTICAL
- Type
- Dual 18” reflex loaded subwoofer.
- Frequency Response
- 35Hz-150Hz ± 3dB
- Maximum SPL
- 138dB continuous, 146dB peak (3)B
- DRIVERS
- 2x18” 100mm /4” voice coil, ultra-long excursion, high efficiency ferrite magnet
Technical Specifications
- ACOUSTICAL
- Type
- Dual 18” reflex loaded subwoofer.
- Frequency Response
- 35Hz-150Hz ± 3dB
- Maximum SPL
- 138dB continuous, 146dB peak (3)B
- DRIVERS
- 2x18” 100mm /4” voice coil, ultra-long excursion, high efficiency ferrite magnet
- RATED POWER
- 2400W AES, 9600W peak
- DISPERSION
- Digitally controlled in an array
- AUDIO INPUT
- Connectors
- Female XLR input, male XLR link output
- Analogue Input Impedance
- 20kΩ balanced to ground
- Maximum Analogue Input Level
- 6.15Vrms (+18dBu), over voltage protected
- AES/EBU Impedance
- 110Ohms balanced, Receive and transmit termination
- INTERNAL PROCESSING
- Single channel DSP, programmable via network 10 PEQ/shelving filters, Up to 48dB/Oct HPF and LPF Up to 1 second of delay Limiters with amplifier output current monitoring
- NETWORK
- Connectors:
- IP68 rated 8-way, quick-release type
- Protocol
- U-NET
- AMPLIFIER MODULE
- Type:
- Single channel switch-mode, fixed frequency
- Peak Output Power
- 6000W
- Average Efficiency
- 85%
- Cooling
- 2 x temperature controlled internal fans, 1 x low-speed internal blower, 1 x temperature controlled external fan
- Maximum Ambient Temperature
- 45°C (113°F) for full output
- POWER SUPPLY
- Type.
- Switch mode, fixed frequency with PFC
- AC Input Operating Range
- 100–240V ~ AC, 50 - 60Hz
- AC Power Factor
- > 0.95
- Nominal Power Consumption
- 900W
- Mains Connector
- 16A IEC309 (Ceeform) - IP44 rated (IP67 when mated with mains distribution equipment supplied with system)
- GENERAL
- Enclosure
- Extensively braced multi-laminate birch-ply
- Finish
- Textured black PU coating
- Protective Grille
- Black HEX perforated steel
- DSX Fittings
- Two skids on base, with mating channels on top Four inter-locking skids on each side, Large bar handle on each side, Four rear-mounted 100mm (4in) castors DSX transit cover, with integral plywood lid Weather protection cowl
- DSX-F Fittings (In addition to DSX fittings - apart from where indicated)
- Rear castors replaced by front-mounted wheelboard, Four proprietary flying brackets and quick-release pins, Side-mounted skids replaced by four interlocking rubber side cheeks, DSX-F transit cover, with integral plywood lid
- IP Rating
- IP 25
- Dimensions DSX
- (W) 1060mm x (H) 595mm x (D) 834mm (1027mm with vent flap open), (W) 41.7in x (H) 23.4in x (D) 32.8in (40.4in)
- Dimensions DSX-F
- (W) 1125mm x (H) 595mm x (D) 847mm (1027mm with vent flap open) (W) 44.3in x (H) 23.4in x (D) 33.5in (40.4in)
- Weight DSX
- 122.2kg (269lbs)
- Weight DSX-F
- 147.6kg (325lbs) ex. wheelboard
- ACCESSORIES
- Flying frame, including clinometer (DSX-F) Flying Pin (DSX-F), Mains distribution system, Tour-grade network interconnects Merlin Controller/Unet Hub
The DSX’s high output capability is achieved by combining state-of-the-art driver technology with an onboard Class D amplifier module which can deliver 6kW peak power.
Its two reflex-loaded 18” (450mm)/4” (100mm) drivers perfectly balance low frequency extension and impact.
Forward output as well as rear rejection can be optimised to achieve coverage where required and cancellation elsewhere.
A flying version, the DSX-F can be flown alongside or at the top of MLA Compact arrays, as well as being ground-stacked. The ground-stack DSX can be upgraded to a DSX-F by an easy-to-fit accessory kit.
- Ultra-high output subwoofer with onboard Class D amplification. DSP and networking
- Two reflex-loaded 18” (450mm)/4” (100mm) drivers perfectly balance low frequency extension and impact
- Switched mode power supply with PFC (Power Factor Correction) and global mains voltage operation
- Forward or rear-facing operation
- Designed to meet IP24 environmental rating
| ACOUSTICAL | |
| Type | Dual 18” reflex loaded subwoofer. |
| Frequency Response | 35Hz-150Hz ± 3dB |
| Maximum SPL | 138dB continuous, 146dB peak (3)B |
| DRIVERS | 2x18” 100mm /4” voice coil, ultra-long excursion, high efficiency ferrite magnet |
| RATED POWER | 2400W AES, 9600W peak |
| DISPERSION | Digitally controlled in an array |
| AUDIO INPUT | |
| Connectors | Female XLR input, male XLR link output |
| Analogue Input Impedance | 20kΩ balanced to ground |
| Maximum Analogue Input Level | 6.15Vrms (+18dBu), over voltage protected |
| AES/EBU Impedance | 110Ohms balanced, Receive and transmit termination |
| INTERNAL PROCESSING | Single channel DSP, programmable via network 10 PEQ/shelving filters, Up to 48dB/Oct HPF and LPF Up to 1 second of delay Limiters with amplifier output current monitoring |
| NETWORK | |
| Connectors: | IP68 rated 8-way, quick-release type |
| Protocol | U-NET |
| AMPLIFIER MODULE | |
| Type: | Single channel switch-mode, fixed frequency |
| Peak Output Power | 6000W |
| Average Efficiency | 85% |
| Cooling | 2 x temperature controlled internal fans, 1 x low-speed internal blower, 1 x temperature controlled external fan |
| Maximum Ambient Temperature | 45°C (113°F) for full output |
| POWER SUPPLY | |
| Type. | Switch mode, fixed frequency with PFC |
| AC Input Operating Range | 100–240V ~ AC, 50 - 60Hz |
| AC Power Factor | > 0.95 |
| Nominal Power Consumption | 900W |
| Mains Connector | 16A IEC309 (Ceeform) - IP44 rated (IP67 when mated with mains distribution equipment supplied with system) |
| GENERAL | |
| Enclosure | Extensively braced multi-laminate birch-ply |
| Finish | Textured black PU coating |
| Protective Grille | Black HEX perforated steel |
| DSX Fittings | Two skids on base, with mating channels on top Four inter-locking skids on each side, Large bar handle on each side, Four rear-mounted 100mm (4in) castors DSX transit cover, with integral plywood lid Weather protection cowl |
| DSX-F Fittings (In addition to DSX fittings - apart from where indicated) | Rear castors replaced by front-mounted wheelboard, Four proprietary flying brackets and quick-release pins, Side-mounted skids replaced by four interlocking rubber side cheeks, DSX-F transit cover, with integral plywood lid |
| IP Rating | IP 25 |
| Dimensions DSX | (W) 1060mm x (H) 595mm x (D) 834mm (1027mm with vent flap open), (W) 41.7in x (H) 23.4in x (D) 32.8in (40.4in) |
| Dimensions DSX-F | (W) 1125mm x (H) 595mm x (D) 847mm (1027mm with vent flap open) (W) 44.3in x (H) 23.4in x (D) 33.5in (40.4in) |
| Weight DSX | 122.2kg (269lbs) |
| Weight DSX-F | 147.6kg (325lbs) ex. wheelboard |
| ACCESSORIES | Flying frame, including clinometer (DSX-F) Flying Pin (DSX-F), Mains distribution system, Tour-grade network interconnects Merlin Controller/Unet Hub |
About Penguin Media Solutions
Penguin Media Solutions is a professional audio, video, and lighting design, installation, and maintenance company based in Brighton, UK. As an authorised Martin Audio dealer, we provide high-performance AV systems for commercial venues, hospitality, and event spaces across Brighton, London, and South-East England.
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