dB Technologies B-Hype 12

Multifunctional 12"/1" active speaker in plastic housing with 400 Watt power amplifier. Can be used as stage monitor, full range speaker in small applications or in combination with subwoofer.

Loudspeaker configuration

The compact and with 13.9kg very light B-HYPE 12 is equipped with a 12" bass-midrange driver and a 1" pressure chamber tweeter driver and can be used as a tweeter unit in combination with a subwoofer or thanks to the 12" woofer also as a full range speaker for speech and music and as a floor monitor.

Bi-amp digital power amplifier

The entire B-HYPE series is equipped with a modern, digital 2-channel power amplifier, which actively provides one channel each for the woofer and tweeter and has a peak power of 400 watts in the B-Hype 12.

Internal DSP

The internal DSP has a high resolution of 56-bit and 48Khz and, in addition to the active crossover including delay time adjustment, phase and frequency correction, offers two sound presets, "Flat" for neutral reproduction and "Boost" for increased bass reproduction.

Limiter for maximum operational reliability

Like all dBTechnologies active loudspeakers, the B-HYPE series features an input-side limiter for maximum operational reliability and high audio quality, even at the power limit. Both long-term and short-term overloads are detected and limited. Even in the event of overheating, the thermal limiter would intervene to prevent damage to the components.

Asymmetrical Tweeter Horn

Unique in its class, the asymmetrical tweeter horns of the B-HYPE series ensure optimized dispersion in the near and far field. Thanks to software-supported development and simulation, these tweeters guarantee a wide dispersion pattern in the near field (120°) and a reduced level loss at a distance (85°) due to the constriction of the tweeter horn, thus ensuring optimum sound distribution over the area to be sounded. The 25° upward limited dispersion angle reduces ceiling reflections.

High-quality multifunctional enclosure

The B-Hype series is manufactured from high-quality, extremely robust and UV-resistant polypropylene plastic. For a calm and professional look, the housing is equipped with a metal front grille. For easiest handling, the B-Hype series housing is equipped with a total of three handles, one on the top, two on the side. The 35mm stand flange allows for use on a speaker stand or distance rod. The beveled back with a 45° angle also allows for use as a floor monitor.

Connections and settings

The entire B-Hype series is equipped with a combo input jack that allows connection of both a 6.3mm jack and an XLR cable. A balanced XLR output is available for looping the signal through to other devices. The input sensitivity is switchable between "Line", for connection to mixers or other electronic devices, or "Mic" with increased sensitivity for direct connection of a microphone. The "Volume" control allows the adjustment of the input sensitivity and playback volume. Power is supplied via a 3-pin VDE socket.

Features:

• 12" woofer
• 1" tweeter
• Digital power amplifier
• 400 Watt/PRG
• 24-Bit DSP
• Weight 13,9 kg

Technical Data:

• Speaker: Type2-Way Active Speaker

Acoustic Data:

• Usable Bandwidth [-10dB]: 55 - 20,000 Hz
• Frequency Response [-6 dB]: 61 - 19,500 Hz
• Max SPL: 126 dB
• Type HF: Compression Driver
• HF voice coil: 1 "
• LF: 12 "
• LF voice coil: 2 "
• Crossover Frequency: 2100 Hz (24 dB/oct.)
• Horizontal Dispersion: asymmetrical 85° up / 120°down
• Vertical Dispersion: 85° (+25/ -60°)

Amplifier:

• Amp Technology: Custom Made
• Amp Class: Class D - Passice cooling (convection)
• Power Peak: 400 W

Processor:

• Controller: DSP 28/56 bit- 48 kHz
• Limiter: Peak, RMS, Thermal
• Controls: Volume, Audio Input Sensitivity, DSP Preset

Input:

• Main Connection: VDE
• Signal Input: Balanced 1 x Combo IN (MIC/LINE)
• SIGNAL Out: (Balanced) 1 x XLR OUT (LINK)

Mechanics:

• Housing: Polypropylene
• Grill: Full Metal Grill
• Handles: 3 (2 on side 1 on top)
• Pole Mount: 36 mm
• Width: 350 mm
• Height: 645 mm
• Depth: 330 mm
• Weight: 13,9 kg
• Angles Up: Double wedge angle 45°

Specs:

• Power: 400 W
• Housing Material: Plastic
• Pole Mount: yes
• Airworthy: yes
• Woofer: 1 x 12
• Tweeter: 1 x 1
• Number of channels: 1
• Set Offer: no
• Bluetooth: No
• Type: Full Range Speaker
• Theme: PA and Sonication

Instruction manual / Safety instructions:

• Manual (1005.56 KB)

Further links:

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