2-way Active Speaker 2×6.5″/1″ 400W RMS
Cutting-edge technology with inspired ideas
INGENIA is not a simple active speaker, not a column system, not a conventional line array. INGENIA is simply INGENIA: a new way of thinking about sound reinforcement in any kind of situation.
Digipro® G3 Amp Modules
All models comes with the new generation of exclusive digital amplifiers Digipro® G3, which deliver a power that you can’t expect from such a small amplifier. They also features an exceptionally lightweight design, SMPS technology with PSU auto-range and a very remarkably efficiency so that there is no need of cooling fans.
New horn concept
The horn of INGENIA is horizontally symmetric and vertically asymmetric. The horizontal dispersion is wide and constant; the vertical dispersion is narrow in the upper part and wide in the lower.
This is because the INGENIA speakers are designed to work in single or stacked configuration with the two horns coupled one against the other by overturning the upper speaker on the lower one.
Digital steering coverage
This is not the first time that dBTechnologies R&D designs speakers with asymmetric horns. Even on the famous OPERA series were adopted technical solutions of this type, but now the mechanical design of the waveguide is supported by a sophisticated processing in order to steer the coverage depending on the presence or not of the second speaker. The DSP doesn’t act only on the compression driver, but also on the woofers, ensuring maximum intelligibility and transparency in the whole frequency range.
EPD – Element Position Detection
But now some questions arise: how to instruct the DSP of INGENIA that there is a speaker on it, that this speaker is the right one and that is correctly stacked? Infrared technology offers the solution.
Infrared Communication
The INGENIA speakers are equipped with an “infrared-core handle” on top, which contains a system of infrared communication. When a second INGENIA speaker in stacked on another there is an quick exchange of information between the two DSPs, which auto-setup to operate as a single speaker.
This infrared detection system does not suffer the presence of sunlight, so it can be used safely in any outdoor environment without any fear that something might not work properly.
Control Mirroring
When an INGENIA speaker is used in stacked configuration not only the audio processing is managed by the DSP as if the system was a single speaker, but also many controls, such as volume, are unified. In other words, when the user turns the volume up or down on one of the two speakers, this change will automatically be mirrored on the second. In the case of subwoofer, this level variation will affect as well, of course taking into account any proportions between tops and sub.
Speakers with neodymium magnet
All transducers in the INGENIA series feature neodymium magnets, improving reliability, performance and contributing to contain the overall weight of these modules. The weights, despite the huge technology contained in these speakers, range from 10,6Kg (23.37lbs.) of IG1T to 22,24Kg (49.03lbs.) of IG3T, making the INGENIA absolutely portable and easy to handle.
User-Friendly Interface
The INGENIA series is incredibly simple to set up and is made for all those people who don’t have much time to mess about things hard to manage. Just connect the speaker to mains through the new Neutrik® NAC3PX on rear panel, connect the audio using the balanced XLR connectors, select MIC or LINE input, adjust the volume and you’re done. Leave everything else to the powerful DSP.
Unique speaker lock system
The locking system of the INGEGNA is extremely rugged and reliable. Moreover, to ensure the speakers to be perfectly aligned before locking the clamps, there are some feet and recessions on the top and the bottom of the enclosure. This solution avoids incorrect operations in any way and ensures perfect alignment, maximum safety and a longer life of the mechanical parts.
Technical Data
Speaker Type: 2-Way Active Speaker
Acoustical data
Frequency Response [-10dB]: 85 – 20.000 Hz
Frequency Response [-6dB]: 92 – 19.200 Hz
Max SPL: 128 dB
HF: 1″
HF Voice Coil: 1.4″
Directivity (HxV): 100 x 80° (+15°/- 65°)
HF Type: Neodymium compression driver
Horn: Vertical asymmetric
Crossover Frequency: 2100 Hz
LF: 2×6.5”
LF Voice Coil: 1.5″
LF Type: Neodymium
Amplifier
Amp Technology: Digipro® G3
Amp Class: Class-D
RMS Power: 400 W
Peak Power: 800 W
User Interface: OLED display + rotative knob w/switch
Self-rotating display: Yes
Positioning: EPD (Element Position Detection)
Display Mirroring: Yes
Processor
Controller: DSP 56 bit
AD/DA Converter: 24bit/48kHz
System Presets: Factory presets + User defined
Limiter: Dual Active Peak, RMS, Thermal
Input
Signal Input: 1 x Combo IN (XLR + Jack 6.3mm)
Signal Out: 1 x XLR link OUT
USB connector: Yes – mini USB
Mechanics
Housing: Polypropylene PP reinforced
Grille: FULL /Invisible screws
Flyable: Yes
Handles: 1x on top / 1x on bottom
Pole Mount: Yes
Width: 195 mm (7.68 in)
Height: 536 mm (21.10 in)
Depth: 271 mm (10.67 in)
Weight: 10.6Kg (23.37 lbs.)