Martin Audio WPL
3-Way Bi-Amp
2 x 12” Line Array Element
The scalable resolution of WPL [Wavefront Precision Longbow] offers greatly improved coverage consistency and control compared to a standard line array and provides a flexible pathway to advanced array control.
Description
With the launch of the Wavefront Precision™ Series (WPM and WPC) the concept of scalable resolution was born — harnessing the research and technology behind Martin Audio’s self-powered MLA® Series systems in a new line array format with external amplification.
Delivering unmatched sound quality, coverage consistency and control in an affordable package, this uniquely flexible and upgradeable approach has been rapidly adopted by sound rental and installation companies worldwide to become the company’s fastest ever selling line array series.
Wavefront Precision Longbow (WPL) now brings this high performance, control and flexibility to large-scale touring and install applications. Designed as a complete system with external iKON® multi-channel amplifiers, automated DISPLAY™ optimisation software and VU-NET™ control platform, WPL provides financial accessibility to the top echelons of touring and install sound — from prestigious stadium concert and outdoor festivals, to high-specification arena and House of Worship installations.
The complete system philosophy guarantees that WPL arrays perform predictably and effortlessly to their design maximum, as well as ensuring that they are compatible with other WPL systems throughout the world.
WPL Features
- High-performance large format line array
- All-horn, maximum-efficiency design
- Exceptional signature sonic performance
- Exemplary 90° horizontal constant directivity pattern control
- External, dedicated, multi-channel Class D amplification
- Scalable resolution for flexible optimisation of coverage, consistency and control
- Industry-leading DISPLAY software interacts with DSP for highly-accurate array optimisation
- Fast, integral 3-point rigging for up to 24 enclosures
- Compact and light weight design with discreet side handles for ease of handling
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Quick Specs
- TYPE
- Three-way, bi-amp line array element
- FREQUENCY RESPONSE
- 52Hz-18kHz ± 3dB
- DRIVERS
- LF: 2 x 12” (300mm)/3” (75mm) voice coil, ultra-long excursion, neodymium magnet drivers, Hybrid® bass horn loaded, MF: 2 x 6.5” (165mm)/2” (50mm) coil, neodymium magnet drivers, horn loaded, HF: 3 x 1” (25mm) exit neodymium magnet compression drivers, horn loaded
- SYSTEM AMPLIFIER
- iKON iK42
- SYSTEM RESOLUTION
- 1 or 2 enclosures per pair of amplifier channels (Bi-amp)
Technical Specifications
- TYPE
- Three-way, bi-amp line array element
- FREQUENCY RESPONSE
- 52Hz-18kHz ± 3dB
- DRIVERS
- LF: 2 x 12” (300mm)/3” (75mm) voice coil, ultra-long excursion, neodymium magnet drivers, Hybrid® bass horn loaded, MF: 2 x 6.5” (165mm)/2” (50mm) coil, neodymium magnet drivers, horn loaded, HF: 3 x 1” (25mm) exit neodymium magnet compression drivers, horn loaded
- SYSTEM AMPLIFIER
- iKON iK42
- SYSTEM RESOLUTION
- 1 or 2 enclosures per pair of amplifier channels (Bi-amp)
- MAXIMUM SPL
- LF: 139dB, MF: 140dB, HF: 145dB
- NOMINAL IMPEDANCE
- LF: 8 ohms, MF + HF: 8 ohms
- DISPERSION (-6dB)
- 90º horizontal (-6dB), 120º horizontal (-10dB), 7.5° vertical
- CROSSOVER
- 320Hz active, 4kHz internal passive
- ENCLOSURE
- Vertical trapezoid with 3.75º wall angle, multi-laminate birch and poplar-ply construction
- FINISH
- Black textured paint
- PROTECTIVE GRILLE
- Black HEX perforated steel
- CONNECTORS
- 2 x NL4 type
- PIN CONNECTIONS
- LF: 1+/1-, MF + HF: 2+/2-
- FITTINGS
- 3-point rigging system, 4 x side pocket handles
- FLOWN ARRAY MAXIMUM
- 24 enclosures in single array
- DIMENSIONS (ex. pins)
- (W) 1136mm x (H) 371mm x (D) 526mm, (W) 44.7in x (H) 14.6in x (D) 20.7in
- WEIGHT
- 64Kg (141lbs)
- ACCESSORIES
- Touring flying frame, Install flying frame, Dolly for 4 enclosures, Ground stack outrigger, Flying Pin
With the launch of the Wavefront Precision™ Series (WPM and WPC) the concept of scalable resolution was born — harnessing the research and technology behind Martin Audio’s self-powered MLA® Series systems in a new line array format with external amplification.
Delivering unmatched sound quality, coverage consistency and control in an affordable package, this uniquely flexible and upgradeable approach has been rapidly adopted by sound rental and installation companies worldwide to become the company’s fastest ever selling line array series.
Wavefront Precision Longbow (WPL) now brings this high performance, control and flexibility to large-scale touring and install applications. Designed as a complete system with external iKON® multi-channel amplifiers, automated DISPLAY™ optimisation software and VU-NET™ control platform, WPL provides financial accessibility to the top echelons of touring and install sound — from prestigious stadium concert and outdoor festivals, to high-specification arena and House of Worship installations.
The complete system philosophy guarantees that WPL arrays perform predictably and effortlessly to their design maximum, as well as ensuring that they are compatible with other WPL systems throughout the world.
- High-performance large format line array
- All-horn, maximum-efficiency design
- Exceptional signature sonic performance
- Exemplary 90° horizontal constant directivity pattern control
- External, dedicated, multi-channel Class D amplification
- Scalable resolution for flexible optimisation of coverage, consistency and control
- Industry-leading DISPLAY software interacts with DSP for highly-accurate array optimisation
- Fast, integral 3-point rigging for up to 24 enclosures
- Compact and light weight design with discreet side handles for ease of handling
| TYPE | Three-way, bi-amp line array element |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 52Hz-18kHz ± 3dB |
| DRIVERS | LF: 2 x 12” (300mm)/3” (75mm) voice coil, ultra-long excursion, neodymium magnet drivers, Hybrid® bass horn loaded, MF: 2 x 6.5” (165mm)/2” (50mm) coil, neodymium magnet drivers, horn loaded, HF: 3 x 1” (25mm) exit neodymium magnet compression drivers, horn loaded |
| SYSTEM AMPLIFIER | iKON iK42 |
| SYSTEM RESOLUTION | 1 or 2 enclosures per pair of amplifier channels (Bi-amp) |
| MAXIMUM SPL | LF: 139dB, MF: 140dB, HF: 145dB |
| NOMINAL IMPEDANCE | LF: 8 ohms, MF + HF: 8 ohms |
| DISPERSION (-6dB) | 90º horizontal (-6dB), 120º horizontal (-10dB), 7.5° vertical |
| CROSSOVER | 320Hz active, 4kHz internal passive |
| ENCLOSURE | Vertical trapezoid with 3.75º wall angle, multi-laminate birch and poplar-ply construction |
| FINISH | Black textured paint |
| PROTECTIVE GRILLE | Black HEX perforated steel |
| CONNECTORS | 2 x NL4 type |
| PIN CONNECTIONS | LF: 1+/1-, MF + HF: 2+/2- |
| FITTINGS | 3-point rigging system, 4 x side pocket handles |
| FLOWN ARRAY MAXIMUM | 24 enclosures in single array |
| DIMENSIONS (ex. pins) | (W) 1136mm x (H) 371mm x (D) 526mm, (W) 44.7in x (H) 14.6in x (D) 20.7in |
| WEIGHT | 64Kg (141lbs) |
| ACCESSORIES | Touring flying frame, Install flying frame, Dolly for 4 enclosures, Ground stack outrigger, Flying Pin |
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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