Overview
The CDD-LIVE 12 is a high-performance, self-powered system designed for professional applications that require high output levels and exceptional fidelity from a very compact enclosure. With a peak output capability of 128dB at 1 metre, it is the ideal solution for a multitude of premium stand-alone and distributed sound reinforcement requirements — from touring, theatre and portable live sound, to concert hall and HoW installations, AV events and stage monitor use.
Featuring a high-specification 12” (300mm) LF/1” (25mm) exit HF Coaxial Differential Dispersion driver, it delivers more consistent audience coverage than a conventional system with a fixed X° x Y° coverage pattern and has wide 110° horizontal coverage close-up. The innovative CDD technology also achieves ‘point source’ summation of the LF and HF sections — eliminating off-axis variations in frequency response associated with non-coaxial designs.
A self-powered system, the CDD-LIVE 12 incorporates a two-channel Class D amplifier, DSP and Dante™ digital audio networking — simplifying set-up, enhancing control and eliminating amplifier racks. The onboard amplifier delivers 2000W LF + 500W HF peak output to the drivers, and its switched-mode power supply auto-ranges to global mains voltages from 100 to 240V 50/60Hz.
DSP functions — including parametric EQ, delay, muting, gain and preset selection — can be controlled over Ethernet from a PC or Windows® tablet via intuitive VU-NET™ proprietary software.
For simple set-ups, ‘plug-and-play’ presets — as well as a user-defined preset — can be selected on the rear panel, instead of using computer control. As an alternative to its analogue inputs, the CDD- LIVE 12 is Dante enabled for digital audio distribution and control over a single CAT5 cable to maintain audio quality however long the cable run.
The CDD-LIVE 12 is incredibly versatile. Its multi-angle enclosure can be used in either horizontal or vertical orientation, with rotation of the driver easily accomplished by removing the screw-free, protective grille. The tour-grade enclosure is constructed from multi-laminate plywood and finished in a hard-wearing polyurea coating. Integral fittings include a top-hat for pole mounting and multiple M8 inserts for attachment to a wall-bracket, yoke or universal bracket with a wide range of up and down tilt angles.
Features
- Compact, self-powered two-way system
- Coaxial Differential Dispersion technology
- Onboard Class D amplification and DSP
- Dante Digital Audio networking
- Global mains operation with Power Factor Correction
- User-rotatable CDD driver
- Vertical and horizontal mounting options
- Tour-grade, multi-angle plywood enclosure
- IP24 rating option with rain cowl
- Comprehensive mounting accessories
Applications
- Live sound reinforcement
- Theatre sound
- Corporate AV events
- Fixed installations in concert halls, ballrooms and HoW
- Stage monitor and infill
- Bars and clubs
Specification
| Acoustics | |
| TYPE | Compact, Coaxial Differential Dispersion powered two-way system |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE (1) |
62Hz – 20kHz ±3dB, -10dB @ 50Hz |
| DRIVER | LF: 12” (300mm)/2.5” (63.5mm) voice coil, long excursion, shared ferrite motor system with HF HF: 1” (25mm) exit/1.7” (44mm) voice coil, polyimide dome compression driver |
| INPUT SENSITIVITY | -30dBu for 100dB SPL |
| MAXIMUM SPL (2) | 122dB continuous / 128dB peak |
| DISPERSION | 110˚-60˚ horizontal, 60˚ vertical (user-rotatable) |
| CROSSOVER | 1.5kHz Active LR8 with low latency HF FIR equalisation Balance presets for pole mount/ pole mount with sub/ stage monitor |
| Module Audio input |
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| CONNECTORS | Female XLR input, male XLR link output, Dante Audio Neutrik® Ethercon |
| ANALOGUE INPUT IMPEDANCE | 20 kΩ balanced to ground |
| MAXIMUM ANALOGUE INPUT LEVEL | 24.6 Vpp (+21dBu), over voltage protected |
| Internal Processing | Multi-channel DSP, programmable via TCP/IP using VU-Net software PEQ/shelving filters Up to 48dB/Oct HPF Low latency HF FIR filters Up to 200ms input delay Pre-set selection via rear panel switch |
| Network | |
| CONNECTORS | 2xNeutrik® Ethercon |
| PROTOCOL | TCP/IP and UDP/IP |
| Amplifier | |
| TYPE | 2 channel switch-mode, class D, Bridged Tied Load + 1 channel switch-mode, class D |
| PEAK OUTPUT POWER | 2500W total 2000W LF, 500W HF |
| AVERAGE EFFICIENCY | 89% |
| COOLING | External convection cooled, with internal fan |
| MAXIMUM AMBIENT TEMPERATURE | 40°C (104°F) for full output |
| Power Supply | |
| TYPE | Switch mode, fixed frequency with PFC |
| AC INPUT OPERATING RANGE | 85 – 265V ~ AC, 50 - 60Hz |
| POWER FACTOR | > 0.98 |
| NOMINAL POWER CONSUMPTION | 160W |
| MAINS CONNECTOR | Neutrik® Powercon True1 |
| Mechanical | |
| ENCLOSURE | Extensively braced multi-laminate plywood. |
| FINISH | Textured black PU coating. |
| PROTECTIVE GRILLE | HEX perforated mild steel with protective zinc plating and black powder coat finish. Backed with black grille cloth. |
| FITTINGS | Top hat for pole mounting 15 x M8 mounting points Two side pocket handles Optional weather protection cowl |
| IP RATING | IP24 factory option available |
| DIMENSIONS | (W) 359mm x (H) 580mm x (D) 373mm (W) 14.13in x (H) 22.83in x (D) 14.69in |
| WEIGHT | 28kg (61.6lbs) excluding Transit cover |
| ACCESSORIES | Transit Cover Optional wall, yoke and universal brackets |
