Tannoy VQ 60 Technical Specifications

VQ 60

VQ 60 // issue 1.12 // 22.03.11

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Product Description

The VQ 60 is a full range, three-way loudspeaker system designed for applications
which require very high output capability with class leading pattern control. The VQ 60 is
perfectly suited for use in arrays or singly in demanding music or speech applications.

Unlike line array solutions, the VQ 60 can produce enough power and clarity to be used
individually maintaining your building’s aesthetics.

With low frequency extension to 90Hz, the VQ 60 can be combined with various
subwoofersfor extended bandwidth.

The VQ 60 can be congured for use in Bi-Amp or Tri-Amp mode, in conjunction with a
suitable digital signal processor (DSP).

Horn design involves balancing compromise…..until now.

Key performance parameters that can be controlled by the designer include:
frequency response (both on and off-axis), horizontal and vertical beamwidth, directivity
index,electrical impedance, harmonic distortion, and low frequency cut-off. Our unique
approach in keeping what is effectively a Dual Concentric behind a single horn gives
us many performance advantages. Performance of the VQ 60 in terms of accuracy &
sound quality is secondto none.

The VQ 60 incorporates a unique driver technology to radiate a coherent single
point source for superior dispersion control when coupled to a PSW™ (Point Source
Waveguide). This advanced design aligns the acoustical centres of the transducers
providing a single coherentwavefront emanating from the throat. The PSW™ waveguide
achieves an optimum balanceof extremely well controlled coverage, smooth frequency
response, and natural sound character.

The low frequency section, two (12”) low frequency transducers, offers high power
handling and low power compression for high continuous SPL capability. A newly
designed LF loading design provides the highest possible sensitivity for low/mid
frequency output. The VQ 60 is part of an expanding line up of VQ products, addressing
the requirement for compact dimensions without compromising performance in any way.

Features

Applications

• “PSW™ Waveguide” - Point source design
(Patent applied for).

• Excellent Phase Coherence

• Perfect time alignment without the associated problems

of multi source interference

• Compact Dimensions

• Class leading directivity characteristics

• Extremely high sensitivity, therefore high SPL’s can be
achieved with a very modest amount of amplier power

• Exceptional transient response

• Large Houses of Worship

• Large Corporate AV applications

• Stadiums & other Sports facilities

• Dance Clubs

• Live sound – concert halls, theatres, open-air venues

VQ 60

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Construction

System VQ 60

System Type 3-Way Full Range - Point Source

Frequency Response (-3dB)

(1)

115Hz - 23kHz

Frequency Range (-10dB)

(1)

90Hz - 27kHz

Operating Modes Bi-Amp (LF,MF/HF)
User Congurable
Tri-Amp (LF, MF,HF)
User Congurable

System Sensitivity & Operating
Freq. (1W @1m)

(2)

Bi-Amp

LF (80Hz - 450Hz) 105dB (2.0V @ 4 Ohms)
Passive MF/HF (450Hz - 23kHz) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)

Tri-Amp

LF (80Hz - 450Hz) 105dB (2.0V @ 4 Ohms)
MF (450Hz - 7kHz) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
HF (7kHz - 23kHz) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)

Dispersion (-6dB) 60 degrees conical

Driver Complement

LF 2 x 300mm (12.00”) Low
Frequency Transducers,
Semi Horn Loaded

MF/HF Dual Concentric™
Compression driver loaded into
a single PSW™ Waveguide

Crossover Biamp - 450Hz (active)
7kHz (passive)
Tri-amp 450Hz, 7kHz (active)

Directivity Factor (Q) 21.2 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz

Directivity Index (DI) 13.3 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz

Rated Maximum SPL

(2)

Average Peak

LF 135dB 141dB
MF 138dB 144dB
HF 135dB 141dB
Passive MF/HF 138dB 144dB

Power Handling

(3)

Average Programme
LF @ 4 Ohms 1000W (63.3V) 2000W
MF @ 8 Ohms 200W (40V) 400W
HF @ 8 Ohms 90W (27V) 180W
Passive MF/HF @ 8 Ohms 200W (40V) 400W

Recommended Amplier Power

LF 2000W into 4 Ohms
MF 400W into 8 Ohms
HF 200W into 8 Ohms
Passive MF/HF 400W into 8 Ohms

Ordering Information

PART NUMBER MODEL NAME COLOUR PACKED QUANTITY
8001 4800 VQ 60 BLACK 1
8001 4801 VQ 60 WHITE 1

Nominal Impedance

LF 4 Ohms (4.1 Ohms Minimum)
MF 8 Ohms (7.0 Ohms Minimum)
HF 8 Ohms (8.7 Ohms Minimum)

Distortion 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic

110dBSPL

500Hz 2.726 1.385
2kHz 1.030 0.231
5kHz 1.807 0.284

115dBSPL

500Hz 2.917 1.4476
2kHz 1.738 0.256
5kHz 2.948 0.311

120dBSPL

500Hz 2.941 1.395
2kHz 3.016 0.376
5kHz 5.058 0.387

125dBSPL

500Hz 3.051 1.371
2kHz 5.230 0.752
5kHz 8.650 0.948

Enclosure 18mm (0.71”) birch plywood.
Internally braced.

Grille Powder coated perforated
steel grille

Finish Textured black or white paint
(custom colours on request)

Connectors Barrier Strip and Speakon

connector

Fittings 8 x Recessed carrying handles
12 x M10 ying inserts

Dimensions 925mm x 694mm x 515mm
(36.42” x 27.32” x 20.28”)

Net Weight 77kg (169.4 lbs)

Notes:
(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 3 metres on axis, then referred to 1 metre
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 3 metres in an anechoic chamber, then

referred to 1 metre

(3) Accelerated Life Test (EIA RS426-B)

A full range of measurements, performance data, CLF and Ease™ Data can be
downloaded from www.tannoy.com

Full independent verication of published specications carried out by NWAA Labs,
California can also be obtained from the downloads section of www.tannoy.com

Tannoy operates a policy of continuous research and development. The introduction
of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the
published specications, which Tannoy reserves the right to alter without prior
notice. Please verify the latest specications when dealing with critical applications.

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PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

ANECHOIC FREQUENCY
RESPONSE (BI-AMP MODE)

ELECTRICAL TRANSFER FUNCTION
FOR OPTIMAL OPERATION
(BI-AMP MODE)

ANECHOIC FREQUENCY
RESPONSE (TRI-AMP MODE)

Frequency (Hz)

Frequency (Hz)

Frequency (Hz)

Level, (dB)Level, (dB)Level, (dB)

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LF

MF/HF

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Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplied

Frequency Response: Digital Signal Processor

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-20

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LF

MF/HF

Frequency Response: Digital Signal Processor

Frequency Response: Digital Signal Processor

-40

-30

-20

-10

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LF

MF/HF

Frequency Response: Processed Tri-amplied

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Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specication is subject to change

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ELECTRICAL TRANSFER FUNCTION
FOR OPTIMAL OPERATION
(TRI-AMP MODE)

IMPEDANCE
(BI-AMP MODE)

IMPEDANCE (TRI-AMP MODE)

Frequency (Hz)

Frequency (Hz)

Level, (dB)

Impedance (Ohms)

Impedance (Ohms)

Frequency Response: Digital Signal Processor

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MF

HF

Frequency Response: Digital Signal Processor

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Impedance vs frequency

Impedance vs frequency

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MF

HF

Impedance vs frequency

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

Frequency (Hz)

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HORIZONTAL OFF AXIS
RESPONSE (BI-AMP MODE)

VERTICAL UPPER
OFF AXIS RESPONSE
(BI-AMP MODE)

HORIZONTAL OFF AXIS
RESPONSE (BI-AMP MODE)

Frequency (Hz)

Frequency (Hz)

Level, (dB)Level, (dB)Level, (dB)

Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplified

Horizontal Off-axis

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10 deg

20 deg

30 deg

40 deg

Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplied

Horizontal Off-axis

Frequency Response: Processed Bi-

amplified

-40

-30

-20

-10

0

10

0 deg

10 deg

20 deg

30 deg

40 deg

Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplied

Upper Vertical Off-axis

Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplified

Lower

Vertical

Off-axis

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10 deg

20 deg

30 deg

40 deg

Frequency Response: Processed

Bi-amplied Lower Vertical Off-axis

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

Frequency (Hz)