Alcons Audio has introduced the CRS12/9090 to its portfolio, a 2-way passive-filtered full-range loudspeaker designed to meet the requirements of current and future immersive surround sound formats. Featuring the manufacturer’s patented pro-ribbon driver technology, the CRS12 combines clarity and intelligibility with what is described as an “unusually” high dynamic range.
The CRS12/9090 system comprises the RBN401 pro-ribbon driver for the high frequencies and a vented 12-inch mid-bass for LF reproduction. The HF section has an 800W peak power input, enabling a 1:16 dynamic range with reportedly up to 90% less distortion from 1kHz to beyond 20kHz.
Crucial for the imaging in height channels of immersive systems, the speaker’s patented 90° horizontal and patent-pending 90° vertical dispersion characteristics offer a wide and consistent coverage up to the highest frequencies. By using identical MHF components as in Alcons’ screen systems, voice matching between screen and surround systems can be achieved, resulting in a wide and uniform sound stage throughout the entire listening area. The 10° slanted baffle, together with the upside-down speaker arrangement and the enclosure design, allows for low-profile wall or ceiling mounting.
The CRS12 is available in 8? and 4? versions and for full system performance, needs to be driven by an ALC controller-amplifier. The Signal Integrity Sensing pre-wiring ensures complete cable/connector compensation between the CRS12 and ALC, which the manufacturer says increases response accuracy, regardless of cable length and system impedance.
Typical applications include use as the height layer in immersive surround sound systems for performing arts theatres, screening rooms, post-production facilities and dubbing stages, as well premium home cinemas and quality-conscious PLF cinemas.
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