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DD12

Compact Powered Differential Dispersion™ System

DD12 is discontinued as of November 2020 and the recommended replacement product is:
CDD-LIVE 12
DD12 Front View with Grill
DD12 Back View
DD Series Awards

The multi-purpose DD12 defines the ultimate in performance and versatility for powered, two-way loudspeaker systems. It combines onboard networking, DSP and Class D amplification with state-of-the-art transducers and Differential Dispersion™ horn technology to achieve best-in-class performance in terms of fidelity, output capability and coverage consistency across the audience.

Features

  • Multi-purpose, bi-amplified, powered two-way system
  • Compact, multi-angle, polyurethane-coated plywood enclosure with screw-free perforated steel grille
  • User rotatable Differential Dispersion™ horn optimises coverage footprint across the audience plane
  • Onboard network, DSP and Class D amplification
  • Switched mode power supply with PFC (Power Factor Correction) and global mains operation
  • Wide range of vertical and horizontal deployment options
  • Integral pole mount and M8 rigging inserts

Applications

  • Live sound reinforcement
  • Theatre sound reinforcement
  • Fixed installations in concert halls and HoW
  • Corporate AV events
  • High-power stage monitoring
  • Frontfill/infill for large-scale systems

Versatility is a key attribute of the DD12. It is designed to meet a multitude of premium stand-alone and distributed sound reinforcement requirements — from touring, theatre and portable live sound applications, to concert hall and HoW installations, AV events and stage monitor use. Ideal as the main PA in small-to-medium size rooms, it can also be used as an infill loudspeaker in large-scale systems.

Every design effort has been focused on maximising the output of the drive units. The DD12 features a high-specification 12” (300mm) LF drive unit and a class-leading 1” (25mm) exit compression driver on a user-rotatable, Differential Dispersion horn. Differential Dispersion technology delivers more consistent audience coverage than systems with conventional X° x Y° horns — providing more throw to the rear to distribute sound evenly front-to-back, while having wider close-up horizontal coverage for the front rows.

The compact, multi-angle enclosure can be used in either vertical or horizontal orientation — with rotation of the HF horn easily accomplished by removing the steel grille, which is a spring-fit into the enclosure sides and pre-curved to resist damage on the road.

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Specification
ACOUSTICAL
TYPECompact, Differential Dispersion™, powered two-way system
FREQUENCY RESPONSE (1)65Hz-18kHz ± 3dB
-10dB @ 55Hz
MAXIMUM SPL @ 1m125dB continuous, 131dB peak
DRIVERS
LF12" (300mm)/3" (75mm) voice coil, long-excursion, neodymium magnet driver
HF1” (25mm) exit/1.7” (44mm) voice coil, polyimide dome, neodymium magnet compression driver
DISPERSIONDifferential Dispersion: 110-60° horizontal, 60° vertical
AUDIO INPUT
CONNECTORSFemale XLR input, male XLR link output
ANALOGUE INPUT IMPEDANCE20kΩ balanced to ground
MAXIMUM ANALOGUE INPUT LEVEL6.15Vrms (+18dBu), over voltage protected
AES/EBU IMPEDANCE110Ω balanced, receive and transmit termination
INTERNAL PROCESSING
  • Multi-channel DSP, programmable via network
  • 8 PEQ/shelving filters
  • Up to 48dB/Oct HPF
  • Vanishing Point™ FIR crossover filters
  • Up to 1 second of delay
  • Preset selection via rear panel switch
NETWORK
CONNECTORSIP68 rated 8-way, quick-release type
PROTOCOLU-NET
PC CONNECTIONMicro USB or via U-NET and Merlin controller
AMPLIFIER MODULE
TYPE2 channel switch-mode, class D
CONTINUOUS OUTPUT POWER1050W
AVERAGE EFFICIENCY85%
COOLING
  • Internal fan
  • Temperature controlled external fan
MAXIMUM AMBIENT TEMPERATURE45°C (113°F) for full output
POWER SUPPLY
TYPESwitch mode, fixed frequency with PFC
AC INPUT OPERATING RANGE100 – 240V ~ AC, 50 - 60Hz
POWER FACTOR> 0.95
NOMINAL POWER CONSUMPTION200W
MAINS CONNECTORNeutrik® Powercon True1
GENERAL
ENCLOSUREExtensively braced multi-laminate birch ply
FINISH Textured black PU coating
PROTECTIVE GRILLE Black HEX perforated steel, Declon® backed
FITTINGS
  • Top hat for pole mounting
  • 15 x M8 threaded inserts
  • Two side pocket handles
  • Optional weather protection cowl
IP RATING IP 25 (with weather protection cowl)
DIMENSIONS (W) 360mm x (H) 571mm x (D) 384mm (503mm with cowl)
(W) 14.2in x (H) 22.5in x (D) 15.1in (19.8in with cowl)
WEIGHT26kg (57.2 lbs)
Architectural Specs
DD12

The loudspeaker shall be a self-powered two-way system. Its transducers shall consist of a reflex-loaded 12” low frequency driver and a coaxially-mounted 1” exit high frequency compression driver mounted on a high frequency Differential Dispersion horn. The horn shall be user-rotatable to enable vertical, horizontal and stage monitor operation.

Horizontal dispersion shall vary from 110° to 60° and vertical dispersion shall be 60°. The on-axis frequency response shall be 65Hz-18kHz +/- 3dB and the loudspeaker shall produce a maximum SPL of 131dB peak at 1 metre.

The loudspeaker shall incorporate a two-channel Class D amplifier module which shall deliver a total of 2100W peak output to the transducers and include onboard DSP and networking capabilities for remote control and monitoring. Its power supply shall employ Power Factor Correction and operate from 100-240V, 50-60Hz AC.

Audio connectors shall be male and female XLR type and the AC power connector shall be a Neutrik® Powercon True1. Network connectors shall be ODU type.

The loudspeaker enclosure shall be constructed from multi-laminate plywood with a black textured polyurethane coating and be fitted with a pole-mount socket, pocket handles and M8 threaded inserts for mounting accessories. An optional white finish shall be available to special order. The drivers shall be protected by a perforated steel grille with an acoustically-transparent foam backing.

When factory-fitted with an optional weather protection cowl, the loudspeaker shall meet an IP25 ingress protection rating.

Dimensions (W x H x D) shall be 360mm x 571mm x 384mm (14.2in x 22.5in x 15.1in). Dimensions with cowl (W x H x D) shall be 360mm x 571mm x 503mm (14.2in x 22.5in x 19.8in). Weight shall be 26kg (57.2lbs).

The loudspeaker shall be the Martin Audio DD12.

Technical Drawings & 3D Models
Martin AudioDD12 Tech Drawing

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Technical Drawings for DD12

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3D SketchUp Models for DD12

none currently available

 

Revit File 

none currently available

Accessories
ASF20046.Universal bracket forCDD-LIVE12, DD12 and XD12
ASF20046.Universal bracket forCDD-LIVE12, DD12 and XD12

ASF20046

Universal bracket for
CDD-LIVE12, DD12 and XD12

CDDLYA12B.Yoke Assembly for XD12,DD12, CDD-LIVE 12
CDDLYA12B.Yoke Assembly for XD12,DD12, CDD-LIVE 12

CDDLYA12B

Yoke Assembly for XD12,
DD12, CDD-LIVE 12

ASF20071.Wind-uptelescopic pole
ASF20071.Wind-uptelescopic pole

ASF20071

Wind-up
telescopic pole

ASF20045.Pole mountadaptor
ASF20045.Pole mountadaptor

ASF20045

Pole mount
adaptor

HTKCT05.M8 Eye Bolt8mm
HTKCT05.M8 Eye Bolt8mm

HTKCT05

M8 Eye Bolt
8mm

ASF15019.Martin AudioRain Cowl
ASF15019.Martin AudioRain Cowl

ASF15019

Martin Audio
Rain Cowl

ASF12023.5m Power Cable Set1xPowerCon to 1xIP67 (C-Form)
ASF12023.5m Power Cable Set1xPowerCon to 1xIP67 (C-Form)

ASF12023

5m Power Cable Set
1xPowerCon to 1xIP67 (C-Form)

ASF12024.2.15m Power Cable Set1xPowerCon to 1xIP67 (C-Form)
ASF12024.2.15m Power Cable Set1xPowerCon to 1xIP67 (C-Form)

ASF12024

2.15m Power Cable Set
1xPowerCon to 1xIP67 (C-Form)

PCX00058.PowerconTrue1
PCX00058.PowerconTrue1

PCX00058

Powercon
True1

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