GAINESVILLE, GA — Tom Danley will unveil a new subwoofer at the NSCA Expo 2007 in Orlando, Fl in March, which was initially designed for the military and dubbed the "Matterhorn" by Danley Sound Labs, the subwoofer is housed in a shipping container measuring 8' x 8' x 20' and generates 40,000 watts. The Matterhorn reproduces program material in the frequency range of 15 to 80Hz through a system of 40 low frequency drivers. The technical specifications of the Danley Matterhorn include a -3dB measurement at 12Hz and an SPL of 105dB at 250 meters (just over 270 yards).
Remarked Mike Hedden, president of Danley Sound Labs, "At the mouth of the horn, it achieves 160dB and moves ten inches of air."
When asked who will buy such a subwoofer, Hedden laughed, "The military, of course; that's why we started this project. But we also plan to scale it down. Our customers in the professional audio world will be able to purchase smaller versions."
Tom Danley's designs have been utilized in projects ranging from ground zero bombing simulation, jet engine active noise cancellation and sonic boom generators to critical listening mastering studios, high-end home theatres and houses of worship around the world.
For more information, visit www.danleysoundlabs.com.
