THS | 15” Triaxial Point Source Loudspeaker

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Capable of 135dB peak, THS is an extremely powerful point source loudspeaker which combines very high output with extended frequency response. It is ideally suited to medium-scale club applications and installations which call for exceptionally high sound levels from a compact, standalone loudspeaker system.

Features

Bi-amp three-way loudspeaker system
Compact trapezoid enclosure with very high output capability
Triaxial Point Source configuration with user-rotatable mid/high frequency horn
15” (380mm)/4” (100mm) voice coil, low distortion neodymium LF driver
4” (100mm) HT polymer ring radiator/1.4” (35mm) exit MF driver
2.5” (64mm) HT polymer ring radiator/1.4” (35mm) exit HF driver
85° H x 50° V dispersion
Supported by DISPLAY 3 software

Applications

Touring, theatre and corporate AV events
DJ and Club installation
Medium-large scale installations including stadia

Packing three high-technology drivers into a relatively small trapezoid enclosure, its innovative three-way triaxial configuration delivers turbo-charged output for its size and gives it the edge over comparable two-way systems in terms of superior mid and high frequency performance. Adding a compact Martin Audio SX subwoofer to extend low frequency output creates a dynamic, four-way setup with a small footprint.

To ensure the most effective use of amplifier count, THS is designed to be bi-amplified, with an internal passive network performing the mid/high crossover function.

The THS triaxial driver is a remarkable, state-of-the art device. Its LF section comprises a reflex-loaded, high-specification 15” LF driver with a 4” coil, waterproof cone and neodymium magnet structure. A 4” midrange ring radiator and a 2.5” HF ring radiator, both with high temperature polymer diaphragms, are arranged coaxially at the rear of the LF driver and integrated into a 1.4” exit. This transitions through the magnet structure of the LF driver into an 85° x 50° horn. The horn itself is user rotatable, with a large mouth to maintain pattern control down through the midrange.

The durable birch plywood enclosure is finished in hardwearing textured paint and incorporates multiple threaded inserts to facilitate a variety of portrait and landscape mounting options — including eyebolt, yoke, pole and truss mounting. Twin handles assist installation and deployment. A steel grille with a triple-layer polyester backing protects the drivers and resists dust and water ingress.

Recommended amplifiers include Martin Audio iKON amplifiers with onboard DSP or VIA amplifiers used in conjunction with a DX4.0, DX0.6, or DX0.4 controller. THS systems can be modelled in 3D using DISPLAY 3 design and prediction software.

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User guide Brochure Datasheet Settings [v1.9]

Specification

TYPE	Bi-Amp 3-way (Passive MF/HF) Loudspeaker
FREQUENCY RESPONSE (5)	54Hz-18kHz ± 3dB, -10dB @43Hz with preset
DRIVER	LF: 15” (380mm) / 4” (100mm) coil neodymium motor MF: 1.4" (25mm) exit / 4" (100mm) coaxial HT polymer ring radiator HF: 1.4” (25mm) exit / 2.5" coaxial HT polymer ring radiator
RATED POWER (2)	LF: 800W AES, 3200W Peak MF/HF: 110W AES, 440W Peak
SENSITIVITY (8)	LF: 100dB MF/HF: 109dB
MAXIMUM SPL (9)	129dB continuous, 135dB peak
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE	LF: 8 Ohms MF/HF: 8 Ohms
DISPERSION (-6dB)	85˚ horizontal, 50˚ vertical
CROSSOVER	650Hz/4.8kHz
ENCLOSURE	Birch plywood
FINISH	Textured black finish
PROTECTIVE GRILLE	Black perforated steel
CONNECTORS	NLT4MPXX-BAG speakons (pair)
PIN CONNECTIONS	LF : 1+ / 1- , MF/HF : 2+/2- 1+ / 1-, 2+ / 2-
FITTINGS	13 x M10 fixings, 4 x M10 Bracket Mounting Points and Two Handle Pockets
DIMENSIONS	710mm (H) x 457mm (W) x 511mm (D) 27.95ins (H) x 17.98ins (W) x 20.11ins (D)
WEIGHT	35.6 kg (78.48 lbs)

Architectural Specs

Martin Audio THS

The loudspeaker shall be a three-way, triaxial system comprising a reflex-loaded 15” low frequency driver, a 4” ring-radiator midrange compression driver, and a 2.5” ring-radiator high frequency compression driver. The outputs of the mid and high frequency drivers shall be integrated into a 1.4” diameter exit which shall transition through the magnet structure of the low frequency driver into a horizontal constant directivity horn. The horn shall be user-rotatable to enable portrait or landscape deployment of the loudspeaker.

The loudspeaker shall be bi-amplified and operated in conjunction with a dedicated electronic controller or controller amplifier which shall provide a 650Hz crossover between low and mid/high frequency sections. The mid and high frequency devices shall be integrated by an internal 4.8kHz passive crossover network.

The dispersion pattern of the loudspeaker shall be 85° horizontal x 50° vertical. The on-axis frequency response shall be 54Hz-18kHz +/- 3dB. The low and mid/high frequency sections of the loudspeaker shall each produce a maximum SPL of 135dB peak at 1 metre. Power handling shall be 800W AES, 3200W peak (LF) and 110W AES, 440W peak (MF + HF). Rated impedance shall be 8 ohms LF, 8 ohms MF + HF.

The loudspeaker enclosure shall be trapezoidal in shape, constructed from plywood and be finished with a hardwearing textured paint. It shall incorporate two pocket handles and be fitted with threaded inserts to accommodate eyebolt, yoke, pole and truss mounting accessory options. A perforated steel grille with a triple-layer polyester backing shall protect the driver components.

The rear connector panel shall be fitted with two NL4 type connectors.

Dimensions (W x H x D) shall be 457mm x 710mm x 511mm (17.98in x 27.95in x 20.11in). Weight shall be 35.6kg (78.48lbs).

The loudspeaker shall be the Martin Audio THS.

Technical Drawings & 3D Models