Mackie ART300 Quick Start Guide

Specifications

System:

Freq. Range (–10 dB):

60Hz-19kHz

Freq. Response (±3 dB):

195Hz-17kHz

Horz. Coverage Angle (–6 dB):

80°, averaged 1kHz-10kHz

Vert. Coverage Angle (–6 dB):

75°, averaged 1kHz-10kHz

Directivity Factor Q (DI):

10.0 (10.0), averaged 1kHz-10kHz

System Sensitivity:

101 dB, 1W@1m

Rated Maximum SPL:

132 dB @ 1 m (3.3ft) peak

HF Protection:

Dynamic

System Input Power Rating:

300W RMS
1200W Peak

Recommended Amplifier Power:

450W RMS

System Nominal Impedance:

8 ohms

Crossover Frequency and Slope:

1.8kHz; 24 dB/octave

HF Protection:

Dynamic

Transducers:

Low Frequency:

12" (300 mm) diameter woofer

High Frequency:

1" (25 mm) compression driver,
horn loaded

Physical:

Enclosure:

Asymmetrical trapezoidal,
reinforced polypropylene

Mounting:

Lockable 1-3/8" (35mm) stand
mount

Rigging Inserts:

4 points, accepts M10 threaded
hardware

Input/Output Connectors:

2 Neutrik Speakon

Dimensions HxWxD:

24.4" x 15.4" x 12.3"
(620 mm x 390 mm x 312 mm)

Net Weight:

39.7 lb (18.0 kg)

The ART300 is a two-way professional
passive speaker system that combines high
power and high efficiency in a light weight
enclosure for fixed-installation systems. The
12" low-frequency transducer, in combination
with a 1" compression driver coupled to an
integral 90º x 70º constant directivity
polynomial horn, form an extremely powerful
package for any small to medium-sized sound
reinforcement application.

It features dual Neutrik Speakon® input
and output connectors for cascading multiple
speakers. The passive crossover is designed
to reduce heat dissipation and optimize the
power response of the loudspeaker.

The enclosure is constructed of high­strength polypropylene, with M10 threaded
inserts on all four sides for rigging, and an
integral locking 35mm socket in the bottom for
mounting on a standard speaker stand.

Safety First!

Before connecting and using the
equipment, please read this Quick-Start Guide
carefully and keep it for future reference.

WARNING! This equipment has been
designed to be installed by qualified
professionals only! There are many factors to
be considered when installing professional
sound reinforcement systems, including
mechanical and electrical considerations, as
well as acoustic coverage and performance.
Mackie Industrial strongly recommends that
this equipment be installed only by a
professional sound installer or contractor.

ART300

Passive Speaker System

Quick-Start Guide

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Rear Panel Features

Connections

1. INPUT is a Neutrik Speakon connector for

connecting a speaker-level signal.

2. OUTPUT is a Neutrik Speakon connector

that is paralleled with the INPUT jack, for
daisy-chaining speakers together.

The Speakon connectors use the following

wiring standard:

Pin 1+ = Signal (+)
Pin 1– = Ground (–)

1–

1+

COLD

HOT

1–

1+

2+

2–

Installation

A 1-3/8" (35mm) socket is provided in the
bottom of the cabinet for mounting the
loudspeaker on a speaker stand.

The ART300 can be suspended with
approved rigging hardware. Always use at

least two M10 threaded inserts located
on opposite sides of the enclosure. The

speaker must be positioned so that the
weight of the enclosure is equally distributed
over the two inserts.

WARNING: Never attempt to suspend the
ART Series loudspeakers by their handles.
Consult a professional rigger or structural
engineer prior to suspending loudspeakers
from a structure not intended for that use.
Always know the working load limit of the
structure supporting the loudspeaker array.
Always make sure that the rigging hardware
minimum rating is at least five times the
actual load.