Mackie DRM18S Professional Powered Loudspeaker

Mackie DRM18S Professional Powered LoudspeakerDESCRIPTION DRM Series Professional Powered Loudspeakers deliver class leading power via ultra efficient Class D amplifiers with next gen protection and Power Factor Correction technology for peak performance when you need it. Advanced Impulse DSP provides acoustic correction and time alignment via precision tuned FIR filters for crystal clear, punchy sound typically experienced only with massive touring systems. The DRM Control Dashboard features a

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DRM Series Professional Powered Loudspeakers deliver class-leading power via ultra-efficient Class-D amplifiers with next-gen protection and Power Factor Correction technology for peak performance when you need it. Advanced Impulse™ DSP provides acoustic correction and time-alignment via precision tuned FIR filters for crystal clear, punchy sound typically experienced only with massive touring systems.

The DRM Control Dashboard™ features a high-contrast, full-color display on the back panel for quick and easy setup. Custom transducers housed in touring-grade plywood cabinets are designed for consistent performance in the most demanding applications. Equipped with M10 flypoints, dual angle pole mounts, and available line array configurations – the DRM Series is perfect for mobile DJs, bands, clubs, houses of worship, production/install, and more.

ADVANCED IMPULSE™ DSP MODULE
What does it do for me?
Mackie’s filtering technology is not your typical speaker processing. The goal of our Advanced Impulse™ DSP is to remove all the anomalies that loudspeakers and horns contribute to a signal, from “honkiness” or “squelch” to "mushy" low end, effectively making the drivers "invisible" and output nothing but perfect, clean sound. By more intelligently (and more thoroughly) employing the benefits of FIR filtering, Advanced Impulse DSP eliminates undesired acoustic anomalies across the entire dispersion zone (horizontal and vertical), as well as frequency range and time domain.
 
How it's done
The main way this is accomplished is by measuring the negative frequency response and time domain impacts that each transducer and horn in the system introduces – on axis as well as off – and reversing/correcting for those anomalies before the signal hits the speaker. The result is the output from the speaker is fully corrected for flat, clear, time-aligned, and smooth sound throughout the entire time, space, and response domains.

DRM CONTROL DASHBOARD™
When setup time is limited, changes need to happen on the fly, or you just want to get your system going without extra hassle, the last thing you need is the controls on your loudspeakers being difficult.
The DRM Control Dashboard™ starts with a big, bright, full-color display that is easy to read and offers unmatched visual feedback on levels, adjustments, and more. The default window keeps you informed on every critical setting at a glance. Big green level meters let you know clearly when you have signal and if it is clipping.
But how do I control it? One single knob, that's it. Spin to select what you want, push in, set it how you like it, done.

CHARACTERISTICS

High-efficiency 1600W Class-D amplifier offers ample headroom for professional applications

• Universal power supply (100-240 VAC) with Power Factor Correction technology ensures consistent performance even with unstable AC power
• Next-gen protection circuitry keeps transducers safe and ensures peak performance in all applications

Advanced Impulse™ DSP module

• Precision crossovers and transducer time-alignment deliver reference quality sound that is consistent throughout the frequency range

DRM Control Dashboard™ features a high-contrast full color display for easy single-knob access to configuration, processing, and more

• View current EQ and voicing mode, high-resolution metering, and more from a single overview window
• User adjustable variable crossover point allows for matching to any speaker system plus a DRM specific mode tailors DRM18S for full-range DRM loudspeakers
• Save and recall up to 6 user presets for various applications and venues
• Cardioid mode allows for easy setup of a directional subwoofer array
• Screensaver plus dimmer and contrast control
• Polarity Invert
• Alignment Delay control for delay stacks
• System lock with 4-digit passcode

Dual independent inputs that support mic, line, and instrument signals plus a dedicated 1/8” stereo aux input

Premium components and cabinet design

• Road-worthy 18mm plywood construction and internal bracing offers optimal acoustic performance with a touring-grade textured coating and powder-coated heavy gauge steel grille
• 18” High-excursion woofer offers increased bass response, low distortion, and professional reliability to withstand the most demanding applications

Acoustic design with no compromises

• Ample internal volume and precision tuned ports naturally deliver the bass you need with minimal distortion

Versatile configuration options

• Flyable via optional FB100 Fly Bar and FKDRM18S Flyware Kit
• M20 threaded pole attachment for use with DRM Series loudspeakers and other pole mountable speakers

Max SPL: 135 dB

90 lb / 40.8 kg