Dynacord Loudspeaker Systems BROCHURE
Loudspeaker Systems
MORE THAN 60 YEARS OF PRO AUDIO EXPERIENCE
Mobile Audio | Concert Sound | Fixed Installation | Pro Entertainment
English
CONTENTS
Contents
INTRODUCTION
Contents 02 - 03
History 04 - 05
Milestones 06 - 07
Manufacturing 08 - 09
Bosch Production System 10 - 11
PRODUCTS
D-Lite Series 12 - 45
VariLine 46 - 61
CXM 15 62 - 64
AM 12 65
PowerMax 5 66 - 69
Xa 2 System 70 - 77
Cobra System 78 - 95
Alpha System 96 - 99
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CONTENTS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
D-Lite Series 100 - 101
VariLine 102
CXM 15 103
AM 12 103
PowerMax 5 104
Xa 2 System 104
Cobra System 105
Alpha System 105
APPLICATIONS GUIDE
D-Lite Series 107 - 111
VariLine 111 - 114
PowerMax 5 114
Xa 2 System 115
Cobra 2 System 116 - 117
Cobra 4 System 117 - 119
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HISTORY
German Engineering Excellence
FOR MORE THAN 60 YEARS, DYNACORD HAS BEEN ONE OF
THE MOST INNOVATIVE AND SUCCESSFUL MANUFACTURERS
OF PROFESSIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT.
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HISTORY
In 1945 Werner Pinternagel,
who was an engineer, founded a
workshop for the repair of radio
devices in the Lower Bavarian
town of Pilsting. The development
and manufacture of audio amplifi ers,
which he began at the same time,
became a particular passion.
These pioneering experiences
formed the foundation for over 60
years of expertise in professional
power amplifier technology—
expertise upon which the brand
DYNACORD is able to draw today.
Early results included the KI cinema
amplifi er with its output of 25 watts.
The devices of the company, which
in the meantime had moved to
Landau and by then boasted a
staff of four employees, still bore
the brand name ‘Dynaphon’.
From 1948 onwards, mixing and
portable amplifiers bearing the
name DYNACORD were being
sold to an ever expanding circle
of customers. Within a few years,
the rapidly growing company had
become one of the leading enterprises in the still young audio
technology industry. Already in
1954, the manual workshop have
given way to industrial production
as the product portfolio continued to
expand. The high-caliber, pioneering
and often visionary products have
been presented ever since at all
important international trade fairs
and marketed successfully throughout
the world. To make it possible to
satisfy the enormous demand,
DYNACORD moved to Straubing in
1958. The workforce, which at that
time numbered 80 employees, continued to expand rapidly. Several
times, the production facility was
renovated or expanded.
Finally, in 1986 a new plant was
opened in which more than 500
employees now develop, produce
and dispatch the company’s products to all corners of the globe.
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MILESTONES
Milestones
THE CONSTANTLY EXPANDING PRODUCT
RANGE YIELDED MANY PRO AUDIO MILESTONES.
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A high degree of innovation, uncompromising
quality, exceptional user-friendliness and truely
legendary reliability and value retention have for
over 60 years defined the brand DYNACORD.
the fi rst generations of professional •
mixing amplifi ers [Eminent, Gigant]
the fi rst tape-echo/reverb devices [Echochord]•
MILESTONES
the first ‘affordable’ digital reverb device [DRS 78]•
the most advanced digital drums •
[ADDone, ADDtwo]
the fi rst professional digital reverb device based •
on 32-bit fl oating-point processing [DRP-20]
the fi rst processor power amplifi ers •
with LPN filters [PCA series]
one of the most successful power amplifi ers •
in concert sound [L2400 / EV P3000]
the first processor-controlled •
complete audio system [P3, P5]
the first digital loudspeaker controller with •
graphic display of the acoustic system frequency
response in the editing software [DSP 224/244
with CrossMax and EV Dx34/38 with RACE]
the Planar Waveguide bass horns •
[F 18, Alpha B3 and many others]
the world’s most powerful disco system [Alpha]•
the world’s most successful •
powered mixer [PowerMate]
Echocord
DRS-78
PowerMate
the first stackable •
compact line array system [Cobra]
the first Class H grounded bridge •
high-performance power amplifiers [PowerH]
Cobra
the unique IRIS-Net network software •
[incl. remote supervision, remote control of
power amplifiers and digital audio matrices]
the first digital power amplifiers with •
VLD-variable load drive [DSA Multi-Channel]
PowerH
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BOSCH PRODUCTION SYSTEMS
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BOSCH PRODUCTION SYSTEM
Bosch Production
System
QUALITY WITH SYSTEM
With the introduction of the Bosch Production System
(BPS) at the Straubing works, the brand DYNACORD is
further enhancing its already legendary reputation for
the highest production quality and reliability.
Quality with system is assured by the BPS worldwide in
all Bosch production centres, since absolutely identical
indicators, equipment and processes are applied
systematically throughout the enterprise. Decisions
about which products to produce in which plant are
primarily based on core areas of competence.
The same goes for the development. The fi rst measures to
guarantee quality are applied as early as the development phase of a product, where the ‘thermal and
mechanical stability’, the ‘secure functioning of the
circuitry’ and the demands of quality such as the
acoustic performance and the product functions
themselves are all ascertained in advance and rigorous
tests conducted before any final decisions are taken
about the design.
Decades of experience and the most modern quality
management systems guarantee the extraordinary quality
and legendary reliability of DYNACORD products.
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MANUFACTURING
Measurement Hall
PART OF THE NEW INVESTMENT INVOLVED THE CONSTRUCTION AND
COMMISSIONING OF WHAT AT 600 SQUARE METRES IS ONE OF THE
WORLD’S LARGEST AUDIO MEASUREMENT HALLS.
Manufacturing
Since September 2006, DYNACORD has belonged
to the BOSCH concern’s Security Technology
department.
The production facility in Straubing has been considerably
expanded and the work reorganized along the lines of
the Bosch Production System (BPS). Part of the new
investment involved the construction and commissioning
of what at 600 square metres is one of the world’s
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Manufacturing in Straubing, Germany
MANUFACTURING
largest audio measurement halls. One of the particular
strengths of the brand DYNACORD is the fact that
over the many years of its history profound know-how,
covering the entire signal chain from the mixer to the
loudspeakers has been acquired.
This advantage, coupled with its traditionally close
relationship with users, has yielded many unique solutions to once-vexing problems and helped DYNACORD to
develop a reputation the world over as a manufacturer
of top-flight audio equipment on the absolute cutting
edge of development.
Additional capacity is available at the Bosch
plant in Zhuhai, China, where the production also
conforms to the BPS and quality controls are
conducted using identical procedures and equipment.
Manufacturing in Zhuhai, China
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D-LITE SERIES
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D-LITE SERIES
D-Lite Series
D 8 ·
D 8A ·
D 11A ·
D 12 / D 12W ·
D 12T / D 12T W ·
D 12R / D 12RW ·
D 12-3 ·
D 15-3 ·
Sub 112 ·
Sub 115 ·
Sub 118 ·
PowerSub 112 ·
PowerSub 212 ·
PowerSub 312 ·
PowerSub 315 ·
D-Lite 1000 System ·
D-Lite 2000 System ·
D-Lite · activeone
D-Lite
· activetwo
D-Lite
· activefour
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D-LITE SERIES
D-lite Series
LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEMS
D 8
D 11A
D 8W
D 12
D 8A
D 12W
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D-LITE SERIES
D 12T
D 12RW
D 12TW
D 12-3
D 12R
D 15-3
The full-range speakers of the D-Lite
series are extremely light, mechanically
durable polypropylene cabinets for
professional portable and fixed
installation sound reinforcement
applications in small to medium-sized
venues.
The wide range of mounting accessories
available for the enclosures and their
tasteful styling permit them to be used
without problems in critical fixed installation applications. Being of polypropylene, the enclosures are capable
of withstanding the roughest handling
during transport and use. The integration
of the constant directivity HF horns into
the baffle is CAD-optimized. The robust
powder-coated steel grilles at the front
of the enclosures are backed by black
acoustic foam plastic. Both the Speakon
sockets in the connection panels are
recessed to allow the cabinets to be operated
in cramped locations.
The beveled sides of the enclosures allow
them to be used without problems in
monitor applications in which more bass
extension is required than that provided
by typical monitor loudspeakers. Robust
handles, integrated stand adapters, and
a wide range of flying and mounting
accessories facilitate the transport and
setting up of the enclosures as well as
allowing them to be ideally positioned
and aimed. Very powerful amplifiers can
be used to achieve the widest possible
dynamic range, as the loudspeakers of
the D-Lite series offer very high power handling and are for the most part
afforded additional reliable protection by
the fully electronic Voice Coil Tracking
Protection system, as well as halogen
protectors against thermal overload. The
internal passive crossovers are optimized
for long throws and even dispersion, allowing
D-Lite cabinets to be used under acoustically
unfavorable conditions.
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D-LITE SERIES
D-lite Series
LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEMS
SUB 112
POWERSUB 112
SUB 115
POWERSUB 212
SUB 118
POWERSUB 312
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D-LITE SERIES
POWERSUB 315
Suitable active and passive subwoofers
implemented as vented direct-radiating
enclosures permit flexible system
configurations.
The reflex systems of these subs, when
compared with conventional bass reflex
ports, are characterized by less flow loss
and less wind noise. High sound pressure
levels at ver y low frequencies are generated
with considerably less distortion than is
the case with conventional bass-reflex
ports.
The passive varieties can, as a result of
their integrated low-pass filters, simply
be operated parallel to the various passive
full-range boxes.
The active single-channel subs possess
crossover outputs for the creation of
active three-way systems with e.g. the
models D 8A or D 11A. The three-channel
subs already possess the requisite power
amplifiers for passive tops and permit in
the simplest manner the configuration of
so-called ‘satellite systems’.
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D 8 AND D 8W
D 8 and D 8W
FULLRANGE CABINET
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The D 8 is a very compact, lightweight and
mechanically very robust 8“ / 1“ two-way
thermoplastic cabinet for professional
sound reinforcement applications.
D 8 AND D 8W
It is remarkable in its class for
the very high sound pressure
levels it is capable of achieving as
well as its outstanding audio
performance.
The wide range of mounting accessories available for the enclosure and
its tastefully understated styling
permit its convenient use even in
critical applications in the fixed
installation sector.
The housing is made from ABS
and capable of withstanding the
roughest handling during transportation and use. The D8‘s bass
and midrange is the responsibility
of the DND8200-8 low-distortion
neodymium woofer. The integration
into the baffle of the symmetrically
radiating Constant Directivity high
frequency horn, with its nominal
radiation angle of 90° x 90° (horizontal x vertical) and Electro-Voice
DH3 driver, is CAD-optimized.
With power handling of 250 W (rated)
and 1,000 W (peak), a maximum
SPL of 124 dB and a frequency range
of 65Hz - 20 kHz, the D8 performs
outstanding service not only as a
full-range cabinet but also as the
mid / high component of active a nd
passive satellite systems of superior
quality. The crossover is optimized
to achieve a long throw and a very
even sound pattern, permitting the
use of the D8 even in unfavorable
acoustic environments.
The loudspeaker components are
guarded by thermo-switches and
halogen protectors against thermal
overload.
The front is clad in black acoustic
foam with a robust, powder-coated
steel grille. The SPEAKON sockets
on the connection panel are rece ssed. The enclosure is trapezoidal
in shape, making it suitable also
for monitoring applications.
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D 8A
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D 8A
D 8A
ACTIVE FULLRANGE CABINET
The D 8A is the active version
of the D8 offering integrated
Class D power amplifiers, an
electronic crossover and loudspeaker
equalization.
For the low and high frequency ranges, 2 x 200 W / RMS are available.
The maximum overall amplifi er output comes to 800 W IHF-A.
The Line input is implemented as an
XLR/jack combo socket. In addition,
an XLR microphone input with a
separate level control is available.
By means of the XLR Master Out
socket, the mix of Line and Mic
inputs can be looped through to
additional powered cabinets. For
LRANGE CABINET
operation with powered subwoofers,
a switchable low-cut fi lter is provided.
The D 8A is notable for its high
sound pressure level and a sonic
image that remains free from distortion and discoloration even at the
edges of its bandwidth.
It is ideal when combined with
active subwoofers for the creation
of very compact, active three-way
high-powered systems for a multitude
of applications in the live music,
AV and fixed installation sectors.
The extensive range of optional
accessories allows virtually unlimited
use in fixed installations or flown
configurations.
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D 11A
Distorsion-free, clear sound at peak levels
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D 11A
D 11A
ACTIVE FULLRANGE CABINET
The D 11A is a conveniently
equipped active 12“ / 1“ full-range
box offering integrated Class D
power amplifiers, an electronic
crossover and loudspeaker
equalization.
For the low and high frequency
ranges 2 x 200W / RMS are available.
The maximum overall amplifier
output comes to 800 W IHF-A.
The Line input is implemented as
an XLR/jack combo socket. Via the
Line Thru XLR socket, the signal
can be looped directly through to
additional powered cabinets. The
controllable Stereo-Aux channel
with RCA/cinch sockets permits
e.g. the direct connection of CD or
MP3 players.
In addition, an XLR microphone
input with a separate level control
is available. By means of the XLR
Master Out socket, the mix of Line,
AUX and Mic inputs can be looped
through to additional powered
cabinets. For operation with powered
subwoofers, a switchable low-cut
filter is provided. The D 11A is
notable for its high sound pressure level and a sonic image that
remains free from distortion and
discoloration even at the edges of
its bandwidth.
When combined with active
subwoofers, ultra-compact active
three-way high powered systems
can be created very simply for a
multitude of applications in both
the live music and fixed installation sectors.
The extensive range of optional accessories allows virtually unlimited
use in fixed installations or flown
configurations.
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D 12 · D 12W · D 12T · D 12TW · D12R · D12RW
D 12 · D 12W · D 12T · D 12TW · D12R · D12RW
FULLRANGE CABINET
Weighing a mere 16kg, the D 12 two-way
full-range cabinet with its polypropylene enclosure has an extremely linear frequency
response and is notable for its powerful,
natural reproduction of the voice as well
as its transparent resolution throughout
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the entire frequency range. Its elegant
styling and tasteful black or white
finishes make it suitable for a very wide
range of small to medium-sized events as
well as critical applications in the fixed
installation sector.
D 12 · D 12W · D 12T · D 12TW · D12R · D12RW
The 12“ DL 12 BFH high-power
transducer covers the bass and
midrange up to 1.5 kHz, whilst in
the high-frequency range, an
ND-2 neodymium driver is coupled with a large-format constant
Q horn with an 80° x 40° coverage
pattern, the integration of which
into the baffle is CAD-optimized.
As with all the D-Lite cabinets,
thanks to the fully electronic Voice
Coil Tracking Protection supported
by halogen protectors, extremely
high, distortion-free peak sound
levels can be generated, and professional power amplifiers can be
used the rated outputs of which
are the same as the peak values
of the enclosures they are driving
without the reliability of either
being compromised. When used
in active satellite systems, such as
for example the active 3-channel
PowerSub 315 from DYNACORD,
the D 12 or D 12-3 cabinets are
simply connected to the left and
right satellite outputs of the
PowerSub 315.
Whether used solo as a full-range
box or in combination with passive
subwoofers, power amplifiers from
the SL or LX series are recommended, as is the PowerMate.
The Voice Coil Tracking Protection
system together with the halogen
protectors guard against thermal
overloading of the loudspeakers.
With its ultra-low-distortion toroidal
core transformer, the D 12T is
designed for 100V audio networks,
whilst the D 12R is a low-impedance,
weather-resistant installation version
with an integrated PG cable.
Like the D 12, the D 12T and D 12R
are available in both black and
white. The extensive range of
optional accessories allows their
virtually unlimited use in fi xed installations or flown configurations.
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D 12-3
D 12-3
FULLRANGE CABINET
DYNACORD‘s traditional and
popular 12“ / three-way concept
experiences a further dramatic
improvement in performance with
the introduction of the D 12-3.
With its voluminous bass reproduction and its uncolored,
extremely low-distortion vocal
reproduction, combined with its
transparent resolution throughout
the entire frequency range, this
lightweight full-range satellite
stands head and shoulders above
the multitude of other enclosures
on the market made from synthetic
materials. The tried-and- tested
DL 12 BFH low frequency driver,
with its high power handling,
transduces the frequency range
below 700 Hz.
The midrange is handled by an
extremely low-distortion DYNACORD
DND 6120 neodymium MF driver,
whilst a DH-3 coupled with a
90° x 50° constant-directivity HF
horn delivers transparent reproduction of all frequencies above
4 kHz. Thanks to the extremely
broad (>120°) conical dispersion
pattern in the midrange, even in
acoustically unfavorable venues
it is generally unnecessary to go
to great lengths to aim the enclosures precisely at the areas to be
covered. Whether the D 12-3 is
used as a full-range box or in combination with passive subwoofers
with integrated hi-cut filters, such
as the Sub 115 or Sub 118, the
PowerMate 1000 / 1600 or power
amplifiers from the SL or LX series
are the ideal partners. The Voice
Coil Tracking Protection system
combines with halogen protectors
to provide the loudspeakers with
reliable protection against thermal
overload.
The extensive range of optional accessories allows virtually unlimited
use of the cabinet in fi xed installations
or flown configurations.
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D 12-3
Uncolored, extremely
low-distortion vocal reproduction
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D 15-3
D 15-3
FULLRANGE CABINET
15-3 designs are among the
classics of pro audio history.
With just such a design to which
an ultra-modern twist has been
added, the D 15-3 sets new standards in the area of professional
polypropylene enclosures, reconciling
the highest possible sound pressure
levels, maximum power handling
and linear frequency response with
modest dimensions and extreme
lightness.
Equipped with a DYNACORD
DND 15400 neodymium loudspeaker
capable of high power handling, the
D 15-3 convinces with its powerful
and natural voice reproduction and
impressive sub bass.
For the midrange, an extremely
low-distortion DYNACORD DND
6120 neodymium loudspeaker is
used, which with its conical 120°
dispersion guarantees uncolored
reproduction of vocals and freedom
from alignment problems. The
integration into the baffle of the
constant directivity high-frequency
horn, which has a nominal dispersion
angle of 90° x 50°, is CAD-optimized,
whilst the DH-3 HF driver provides
transparent reproduction of the
high frequencies.
The Voice Coil Tracking Protection
system combines with halogen
protectors to provide the loudspeakers with reliable protection
against thermal overload. The extensive range of optional accessories
allows virtually unlimited use of
the cabinet in fixed installations or
flown configurations.
In addition to delivering excellent
results in its role as a pure, fullrange box, the D 15-3 can also be
connected directly to a passive
subwoofer with an integrated
hi-cut filter, such as the Sub 118,
and run in parallel, in which case
no additional amplifier is required.
The ideal drivers for full-range or
full-range / sub combinations are
the professional power amplifiers
of the DYNACORD SL and LX series
or the PowerMate.
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D 15-3
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15-3 DESIGNS ARE AMONG THE
CLASSICS OF PRO AUDIO HISTORY.
DIO HISTOR
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SUB 112
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