BATON ROUTE, LA — PreSonus is shipping its new ULT-series active loudspeakers, which combines one of the widest horizontal dispersions available with a focused vertical dispersion for an ultra-long throw. The result is even coverage throughout the space, enabling the audience to hear clearly wherever they are. Designed for both mobile use and permanent installations, the series includes the ULT12 and ULT15 full-range systems and the ULT18 subwoofer. The series is available immediately from PreSonus dealers.
More details from PreSonus (www.presonus.com):
The full-range ULT12 and ULT15 feature PreSonus’ proprietary, rotatable Pivot X110 horn and a proprietary, 12- / 15-inch, low-frequency driver with a 2.5-inch voice coil. Both speakers are biamped and driven by a powerful 1,300W (peak) Class D amplifier. The ULT12 generates up to 132 dB SPL, and the ULT15 delivers up to 136 dB SPL.
PreSonus’ proprietary Pivot X110 constant-directivity, rotatable horn combines ultra-wide horizontal coverage (110 degrees) for broad coverage with focused vertical dispersion (50 degrees) for superior throw. The result is a loudspeaker that can fill the room without introducing early reflections that muddy the sound.
In addition, the Pivot X110 horn’s large size (11 x 11 inches) enables it to control the dispersion pattern lower in the frequency range than smaller conventional horns, so it maintains more consistent gain on- and off-axis, ensuring that the audience at the sides has the same listening experience as those in front. The result is sound reproduction that evenly fills the entire room.
The Pivot X110 horn can be rotated 90 degrees, so the ULT12 or ULT15 enclosure can be mounted in a horizontal configuration while still maintaining its 110 degree x 50 degree coverage pattern. Along with its compact size, this makes ULT loudspeakers an ideal center-channel speaker for an LCR system or an under-balcony fill. Rotating the Pivot X110 horn can also help fix FOH issues in tall, narrow venues by minimizing early reflections and providing more directed coverage. Factor in the ULT’s multi-angle enclosure and presets for live performance, floor monitor use, and music playback, and the result is a versatile loudspeaker that is equally at home at the FOH and as a stage monitor.
There are two combo XLR and 1/4-inch TRS inputs: a mic/line input with PreSonus’ XMAX mic preamp and a line-level-only input. The inputs have independent level control, allowing up to two audio sources to be mixed internally and summed to a balanced XLR output for daisy-chaining multiple units. A separate direct output for the line input channel provides additional flexibility.
The ULT18 subwoofer is driven by 2,000W (peak) Class D power and uses a direct radiating, ported enclosure. A proprietary, 18-inch, low-frequency transducer with a 4-inch voice coil provides 7 mm of driver travel before over-excursion to push more air and bring more “thump.” A variable lowpass filter allows for customizing the crossover transition between the ULT18 and the full range loudspeakers. With a rugged, tour-grade enclosure and stereo combo XLR and 1Ž4” inputs with direct outputs, the ULT18 is equipped for a variety of mobile and install applications.
All ULT loudspeakers feature lightweight, Baltic birch enclosures with a powder-coated steel grille, ergonomic handles, a locking IEC power connector, and a defeatable front-panel power-indicator LED. The ULT12 and ULT15 have multi-angle enclosures for use as mains or monitor wedges.
