Meyer Sound’s JM-1P arrayable loudspeaker, a self-powered high-Q system, is designed to be used in tight-packed clusters where horizontal coverage must be predictably scaled to exacting requirements. With a 20-degree horizontal by 60-degree vertical pattern, the JM-1P promises controlled coverage with minimal reverberation in large or reflective acoustical environments. Designed to offer a consistent polar response and trapezoidal enclosure, the JM-1P is designed to provide horizontal coverage that is proportional to the number of units deployed. Single JM-1P cabinets can be used as a point-source system in either horizontal or vertical orientations. The JM-1P is made to be used at theatres, houses of worship, theme parks, stadiums, concert halls, and nightclubs. In touring sound, it also offers flexible solutions for center- and side-fill systems.
Meyer Sound’s experience in point-source systems dates back to 1980 when John Meyer, CEO of Meyer Sound, patented the trapezoidal cabinet shape with the release of the UPA loudspeaker. The JM-1P features a Meyer Sound-patented REM ribbon emulation manifold technology, geared for low distortion and a tight pattern control, while using a constant-Q horn for a uniform response throughout the coverage area.
The JM-1P’s ample power-to-size ratio and Quickfly rigging options allow for easy mounting and flying in a variety of applications. Captive sliding rigging links on the front and back of the cabinet also facilitate easy arraying, and optional pickup and array plates are available for flying horizontal arrays of up to five JM-1P cabinets. A top grid receives links and pins directly from the JM-1P cabinet and allows for flown vertical arrays of up to four cabinets.
The JM-1P’s high-frequency section is driven by a 4-inch diaphragm compression driver and a 15-inch, long-excursion cone transducer for the low-mid section. Power is supplied by a dual-channel class AB/H amplifier with a total power output of 1275 W (2550 W peak), while onboard processing includes electronic crossover, comprehensive driver protection, and correction filters for flat frequency and phase responses.
The JM-1P has an operating frequency range of 55 Hz to 18 kHz and a maximum peak SPL of 136 dB (at 1 m). The optional RMS remote monitoring system allows comprehensive monitoring of system parameters on a Windows-based computer. The JM-1P can be controlled with the Galileo digital loudspeaker management system and presets for JM-1P arrays will be available to provide mid-bass and bass management.
Meyer Sound said the JM-1P arrayable loudspeaker will begin shipping in August 2009.
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