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DSX

2 x 18" Powered Subwoofer for MLA Compact

DSX - Dual 18in Reflex Loaded Subwoofer
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Capable of more than 146dB peak output at 1m half-space, the ground-stack DSX powered and networked subwoofer achieves extremely high output levels from such a compact enclosure.

Features

  • Ultra-high output subwoofer with onboard Class D amplification. DSP and networking
  • Two reflex-loaded 18” (450mm)/4” (100mm) drivers perfectly balance low frequency extension and impact
  • Switched mode power supply with PFC (Power Factor Correction) and global mains voltage operation
  • Forward or rear-facing operation
  • Designed to meet IP24 environmental rating

Applications

  • Outdoor festivals
  • Arenas and theatres
  • Concert halls
  • Premium fixed installations

The DSX’s high output capability is achieved by combining state-of-the-art driver technology with an onboard Class D amplifier module which can deliver 6kW peak power.

Its two reflex-loaded 18” (450mm)/4” (100mm) drivers perfectly balance low frequency extension and impact.

Forward output as well as rear rejection can be optimised to achieve coverage where required and cancellation elsewhere.

A flying version, the DSX-F can be flown alongside or at the top of MLA Compact arrays, as well as being ground-stacked. The ground-stack DSX can be upgraded to a DSX-F by an easy-to-fit accessory kit.

Links
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Specification
Acoustical
TYPEDual 18” reflex loaded subwoofer
FREQUENCY RESPONSE (1)35Hz-150Hz ± 3dB
MAXIMUM SPL138dB continuous, 146dB peak (3)B
Drivers
DSX/DSX-F2x18” 100mm /4” voice coil, ultra-long excursion,
high efficiency ferrite magnet
RATED POWER (2)
DSX/DSX-F2400W AES, 9600W peak
Dispersion
DSX/DSX-FDigitally controlled in an array
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
DSX/DSX-F
  • Single channel DSP, programmable via network 10 PEQ/shelving filters
  • Up to 48dB/Oct HPF and LPF Up to 1 second of delay
  • Limiters with amplifier output current monitoring
Network
CONNECTORSIP68 rated 8-way, quick-release type
PROTOCOLU-NET
Amplifier Module
TYPESingle channel switch-mode, fixed frequency
PEAK OUTPUT POWER6000W
AVERAGE EFFICIENCY85%
COOLING
  • 2 x temperature controlled internal fans
  • 1 x low-speed internal blower
  • 1 x 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
AC POWER FACTOR> 0.95
NOMINAL POWER CONSUMPTION900W
MAINS CONNECTOR16A IEC309 (Ceeform)
IP44 rated (IP67 when mated with mains distribution equipment supplied with system)
General
ENCLOSURE Extensively braced multi-laminate birch-ply
FINISHTextured black PU coating
PROTECTIVE GRILLEBlack HEX perforated steel
DSX FITTINGS
  • Two skids on base, with mating channels on top Four inter-locking skids on each side
  • Large bar handle on each side
  • Four rear-mounted 100mm (4in) castors DSX transit cover, with integral plywood lid Weather protection cowl
DSX-F FITTINGS

(In addition to DSX fittings - apart from where indicated)

  • Rear castors replaced by front-mounted wheelboard
  • Four proprietary flying brackets and quick-release pins
  • Side-mounted skids replaced by four interlocking rubber side cheeks
  • DSX-F transit cover, with integral plywood lid
IP RatingIP 25
DIMENSIONS DSX
  • (W) 1060mm x (H) 595mm x (D) 834mm
    (1027mm with vent flap open)
  • (W) 41.7in x (H) 23.4in x (D) 32.8in (40.4in)
DIMENSIONS DSX-F
  • (W) 1125mm x (H) 595mm x (D) 847mm
    (1027mm with vent flap open)
WEIGHT DSX122.2kg (269lbs)
WEIGHT DSX-F147.6kg (325lbs) ex. wheelboard
Architectural Specs
DSX

The loudspeaker shall be a self-powered, ground-stacked subwoofer. Its transducers shall consist of two 18” ultra-long excursion drivers in a bass reflex enclosure.

The loudspeaker shall incorporate a Class D amplifier module with onboard DSP. The amplifier shall deliver 6kW peak output to the transducers and include networking capabilities to enable remote control and system 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 an IEC309 CEE Form.

The loudspeaker shall be capable of forward and rear-facing operation to enable the construction of subwoofer arrays with specific directional properties determined by dedicated array control software.

The ground plane on-axis frequency response shall be 35Hz-150Hz +/- 3dB and the loudspeaker shall produce a maximum SPL of 146dB peak at 1 metre.

The loudspeaker enclosure shall be constructed from multi-laminate birch ply with a textured black polyurethane coating. The drivers shall be protected by a perforated steel grille.

Dimensions (W x H x D) shall be 1060mm x 595mm x 834mm (41.7in x 23.4in x 32.8in). Dimensions (W x H x D) with vent flap open shall be 1060mm x 595mm x 1027mm (41.7in x 23.4in x 40.4in).Weight shall be 122.2kg (269lbs).

The loudspeaker shall be the Martin Audio DSX.

Drawings
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Technical Drawings for DSX

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Accessories
Wheelboard / Transit Cover
  • ASF15010. - DSX Transit Cover Ground Stack Version
  • ASF15011. - DSX Transit Cover , Stacked Version
  • ASF90010. - DSX-F Wheelboard
  • ASF20039. - DSX to DSX-F upgrade kit
Hardware
  • ASF17008. - 2 x Flying Frame (in Case) for MLA Compact
  • ASF20030. - MLA flying frame
  • ASF20042. - 2 x Long Ground Stack Bars: -1 to -20 degrees for MLA Compact
  • ASF20044. - 2 x Short Ground Stack Bars: 0 to +5 degrees for MLA Compact
  • ASF20043. - Breakout (Distro) Hanger for MLA Compact
  • ASF20032. - Breakout (Distro) hanger for MLA
  • ASF12009. - Master/Slave Flight Case Inc. 110v Mains Distro for MLA
Flight Cases
  • ASF17001. - MLA Flying Frame Case (Complete)
  • ASF17043. - 2 box flight case for MLA Compact
  • CAR00049. - MLA Front of House Rack Flightcase
  • CAR00031. - MLA cable trunk
  • CAR00033. - Control PC flight case
  • CAR00040. - Flying Frame Flight Case only for MLA Compact
  • CAR00042. - Flying frame flight case
  • ASF12008. - 230V 3ph 32A 12 cct mains distro
  • CAR00030. - Master/Slave Flightcase for MLA
Electronics
  • ASF17015. - Master Rack - Ruckus
  • ASF17018. - 6 Circuit Multi-way Cable 30m
  • ASF17016. - Slave Rack - Ruckus 230v
  • ASF17019. - Slave Rack - Ruckus 110v
  • ASF17011. - Slave Rack - Ruckus 110v
  • ASF17012. - MLA Ruckus Front Of House Rack 110v
  • ASF17004. - MLA Control PC Flight Case (Complete)
  • ASF14017. - Panasonic Toughbook PC inc Accessories
  • ASF14004. - Leica Disto D8 Laser Distance Meter
Cables / Networking
  • PWA00058. - 35m - array XLR cable
  • PWA00054. - 3m - MLX XLR cable
  • PWA00060. - 0.8m MLA/D XLR cable
  • PWA00052. - 75m network cable on drum
  • PWA00040. - Network (U-NET) Cable 35m Belden 1305
  • PWA00063. - 2.5m 16A Ceeform IP67 extension 2.5mm
  • PWA00051. - Network (U-NET) Cable 5m Belden
  • PWA00038. - Network (U-NET) Cable 800mm
  • PWA00039. - 3m - MLX Unet cable
  • PWA00057. - 35m - clinometer XLR cable
  • PCX00043. - Unet (ODU female) to RJ45 female converter
  • PWA00053. - Unet (ODU female) to RJ45 female converter
  • ASF12007. - 6-Circuit to 12-Way Break out Loom
  • ASF12006. - 15m, 3-Circuit to 6-Way Break out
  • ASF12002. - 6 Circuit Multi-way Cable 30m

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