Meyer Sound attends ISE 2020 with a new breakthrough in spatial sound

Demonstrations of the new surround sound design and mixing tool Spacemap Go is one of the key elements of your attendance in Amsterdam.

in Ise 2020, Meyer Sound, brand represented in Spain by RMS Pro Audio, is introducing the Ultra-X20 speaker and USW-112P subwoofer; as well as the digital tool for the design and mixing of surround sound systems, Spacemap Go.

New products, along with a wide selection of existing product offerings and the usual 'Sonic Lounge' section, can be found at their booth (1-M90). In addition, The Demo Room, at the Hotel Okura Amsterdam, Hosts presentations of the new surround sound tool.

“ISE has grown to become the European and global meeting point. The importance of this show for Meyer Sound is reflected not only in the fact that it is the platform for the debut of our new products, but also in the amount of resources and staff we bring to this show”, comments John McMahon. Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing.

Spacemap Go

Spatial or surround sound is becoming a thriving trend in the entertainment industry. Demonstrations of MeyerSound's new tool for spatial sound design and mixing are a highlight of their ISE presentations.

“Our current user base, as well as the new, They're going to blow their minds with this new tool because it takes advantage of the processing hardware that many of them already own. By adding this software and a low-cost tablet interface, Sound designers and mixers can easily add live spatial sound to their automated workflows”, says Tim Boot, Global Brand Strategist de Meyer Sound.

Spacemap Go leverages the processing power of the company's Galaxy network platform. After installing software and firmware updates for Galaxy, the new Spacemap Go app for iOS provides a flexible and easy-to-use touchpad interface for multi-channel panoramic scanning, using one or more connected iPads.

With almost 4.000 Galaxy speaker processors sold to date, Spacemap Go allows this large existing user base to configure, Programming and implementing sophisticated spatial sound mixes with ease and cost-effectiveness.

Spacemap Go can be used in a system of up to four Galaxy speaker processors in any combination, including models 408, 816 and 816-AES3, offering a wide range of input and output configurations.

The iOS app will be released simultaneously with updates for the Compassy Compass Go control software and Galaxy firmware. Multiple iPads can be used simultaneously, allowing a single operator or multiple users to customize the workflow to meet performance requirements.

Spacemap Go supports live and automated workflows on the go. Full integration with QLab and DAW is planned.

Compact, powered speakers

The two new loudspeakers incorporate Meyer Sound's latest generation of advancements in loudspeaker configuration, Transducer Design, Amplification Technology & Rigging Systems.

“These speakers set higher benchmarks when it comes to versatility. For one of the new acoustic enclosures, The power-to-size ratio is exceptional and they are very easy to move and assemble. With three different swivel diffuser configurations, The coverage pattern can be chosen to meet any requirement”, explains Pablo Espinosa, Vice President and Head of Speaker Design at Meyer Sound.

The new speakers, Compact & Powered, They leverage a new generation of technologies to provide optimal versatility to cover a wide range of installed and portable applications.

The Ultra-X20 speaker is a smaller-sized version of the Ultra X-40 speaker model, with the same design principles and technologies, but employs smaller controllers.

Incorporates two 5" cone drivers, One of 2 diaphragm compression″ and a 110 inch swivel horn×50 degrees in a coaxial configuration. Power comes from a highly efficient three-channel Class-D amplifier with a sophisticated DSP. All installed inside a compact enclosure measuring 19.5×48,4×21,8 cm and weighs 11,8 Kilos.

Preliminary performance specifications offer an operating frequency range of 60 Hz to 18 khz, A phase response of ± 45° (100 hz – 16 khz) and a linear peak SPL of 123,5 dB measured with M-Noise.

For extended low-frequency power, the Ultra-X20 can be combined with the new USW-112P subwoofer, the 750-LFC low-frequency control element or the USW-210P subwoofer.

Subwoofer USW-112P

The compact USW-112P subwoofer packs robust low-frequency performance into a slim, self-powered package that measures less than 30 cm depth. Slanted connector panel allows for flush placement of walls, in portrait or landscape orientation, making it an ideal choice when stage or facility space is limited.

Houses a single 12 long excursion controller″ along with an efficient Class-D amplifier and advanced digital signal processing. Cabinet design features a low-speed port, based on the USW-210P, with optimized tuning for linear response and low distortion.

Preliminary performance specifications include a linear peak output of 123 dB SPL in an operating frequency range of 35 Hz to 140 hz.

Versions of the USW-112P are offered with direct AC power or for integration into systems using IntelligentDC, Meyer Sound's unique technology to deliver DC power and audio from a remote rack-mount unit via a single cable.

An optional U-bracket makes it easy to mount on a truss, ceiling or wall. A weather-protected version uses sealed connectors (IP-X4 or higher rating), eliminating the need for rain hoods.

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