Wharfedale Titan 12 ACTIVE - Manual (Page 7)

Titan™ 12 ACTIVE DESCRIPTION
TRANSDUCERS
The Titan™ 12 ACTIVE features a custom designed, heavy-duty 12” low frequency
driver precisely matched to a high frequency 2” Titanium compression driver with
integral bi-amplification. Both drivers are designed for maximum output, wide
dispersion and precise audio signal reproduction.
AMPLIFIER
The Titan™ 12 ACTIVE features a state-of-the-art Class D low frequency amplifier
design. Class D amplifiers are known for their extended efficiency, low heat dissipation
and light weight compared to other amplifier classifications. Class D technology
allows for unparalleled audio quality in a lightweight, powered speaker system. High
frequency power is provided by a high quality, low distortion and highly efficient Class
A/B amplifier.
MIXER and CONTROLS
The Titan™ 12 ACTIVE provides basic mixing functions with a variety of input options.
Two inputs with separate level controls and a common equalization section allow for
overall balance and tonal characteristic control. Easy interfacing to external mixers
and processors provide for easy expansion to larger, more sophisticated systems.
ELLIPTICAL WAVE GUIDE™
Our unique EWG™ design is the result of intensive computer modeling of natural
acoustic wave propagation. To provide more acoustically transparent high-frequency
pattern control, hard edges, corners, and parallel surfaces were eliminated from the
design while still enabling 90 x 60 degree high frequency coverage. The smoother,
more “organic” shape of the EWG™ design reduces high frequency distortion and
diffraction eliminating acoustic artifacts found in other horn design technologies. The
result is smoother frequency response, greater driver efficiency, and improved
vocal and instrument reproduction.
PRACTICAL FEATURES
Designed for flexibility and ease of use, the Titan™ 12 ACTIVE also features a unique
BASS RESPONSE OPTIMIZER, or “BRO™ circuit” that works like the “loudness”
controls on vintage stereo systems. With the “BRO”™ circuit engaged, low frequency
response increases as the overall volume is decreased providing for outstanding low
frequency response at lower volume levels.
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