Designed for large-scale applications, the al-12 is designed for higher efficiency, increased power handling and reduced power compression. VUE incorporates proprietary transducer designs in each al-Class acoustic line array element. Every individual component development project carefully weighs the design trade-offs to optimize parameters for maximum output capability and heat dissipation, frequency response linearity, duty-cycle reliability, and minimum size and weight.
One of the distinguishing features of the al-12 is its ability to integrate with other al-Class elements thanks to VUE's Acoustic Linearity principles. CST (Continuous Source Topology) enables VUE al-Class line-array elements to function seamlessly in the same coherent, symmetrical line source array from the largest system at the top of the array to the smallest elements hung at the bottom of the array, says the company. Acoustic Linearity in the al-12 is supported by VUE's CST as established in proprietary high-frequency waveguides in previous al-Class models.
"The al-12 expands VUE's pristine sonic quality to larger applications in the global touring and permanent installation markets," says VUE CEO Ken Berger. "This latest addition to the line will enable current VUE end-users to expand their al-Class inventory while maintaining 100% use of their existing al-Class inventory. It will also attract companies looking to expand their business or upgrade their aging and lower-performing 12" or 15" Line Array systems."
"The newly designed phase plug and three-inch beryllium diaphragm combine to provide excellent high frequency clarity while reducing overall harmonic content by some 50%," explains Michael Adams, VUE design chief. "The results can be heard in the detail and subtle articulation of the voice, instruments and effects, which are often lost due to frequency masking caused by non-linear diaphragm motions in other systems."
(Jim Evans)
