LAIA-18S

New compact subwoofer

High-performance 18” self-powered subwoofer. Features 1200W Class D power, 64-bit/96KHz DSP, and OCS remote control. Premium birch plywood with polyurea coating.

The LAIA-18S is a high-performance subwoofer that offers an ideal solution for a wide variety of applications, both indoors and outdoors, perfectly complementing the POINT SOURCE series, LINE ARRAY systems in its series. LAIA-18S is a self-powered subwoofer with a total of 1200 W in class D, universal switching power supply. Equipped with a powerful next-generation 64-bit/96KHz DSP designed and manufactured by Lynx Pro Audio, it offers the most recent advances in digital processing. The latest 32-bit/96KHZ AD/DA converters make the system one of the most advanced and innovative acoustic enclosures on the market, resulting in superior sound quality.

Additionally, LAIA series systems can be controlled remotely using the OCS control platform, giving the user the ability to control the systems without the need of external processors. It consists of a 18” and 4” voice coil speaker, double silicone spider with optimized flexibility. Ventilated V.C space for reduced power compression and aluminum demodulator ring for very low distortion, in addition to a treated cone for water protection on both sides. Delivering high power levels from a very compact format, the enclosure is made from premium 18mm birch plywood, finished with a polyurea coating for added durability and weather protection.

Perfectly suited for:

Fixed installations
Houses of worship
Touring
Clubs
Theatres
Live PA

1200W Class D Powered
Integrated Digital Processing
Internal temperature control
Electronic protection
Online monitoring available

Components

LF: 18”, 4” voice coil

Frequency Range

30 Hz – 120 Hz (-10 dB)

Frequency Response

35 Hz – 100 Hz (± 3dB)

Max SPL*

132 dB / 138 dB Peak

Coverage

Omnidirectional

Power

1200 W (2400 W peak) Class D with switching power supply

DSP Processing

96 KHz / 64 bit double-precision

Control

User control interface with 2.8” IPS screen and multifunction joystick controller

Control connections

USB (DSP programming) / Dual Ethernet port

Input

Analog BAL/UNBAL XLR, Digital AES/EBU (Optional)

AC power

90 – 264V. 50/60 Hz

AC connections

16A Neutrik powerCon true1 TOP with looping output

Finish

Polyurea coating, high grade resistant paint

Material

15 mm premium birch plywood

Dimensions

705 x 606 x 729 mm (H x W x D)

Weight

55 Kg (123.5 lbs)

* Calculated maximum SPL based on rated peak power and measured sensitivity

More features

Hardware for LAIA-18S

Enclosure

The LAIA-18S cabinet is constructed from 11-ply premium birch plywood (15mm) and finished with polyurea coating.

Internal design

The internal structure of the LAIA-18S is heavily braced for greater longevity and all parts are assembled on metal inserts with metric screws.

Grill

The LAIA-18S has two heavy duty, powder coated front grille with a special acoustic rear fabric to protect the transducers against dust and dirt.

Transport

The LAIA-18S is easy to transport thanks to its dedicated flight case where it can be stowed in rest position.

Accesories for LAIA-18S

DSP configuration

DSP panel configuration

On the back pannel of the cabinet you will find the digital control area. From the compact joystick located below the screen you are able to configure the basic adjustment functions of the internal DSP.

Just move the joystick to select the icons on the left of the screen. You can enter into the following functions: Home, settings, folder, configuration and information. Please note that you must apply the desired configuration in each one cabinet and requires electrical power to work.

If changes are not made the display will automatically dim to avoid unnecessary light in situations where light is not wanted. To re-activate the light simply press the joystick.

The following screens are an example and may vary slightly for each cabinet.

HOME

On the main screen you can see the cabinet’s input and output:

• Input: You can see a vumeter with the input level and a clip signal.

• Output: You have a vumeter with the output level (0 dBu is the amp’s maximum level) You can check the compressor and control the dynamic activity.

SETTINGS

This panel allows you to change the gain, polarity, mute and the delay for the inputs.

You also have the possibility of putting a high pass, changing the type of filter, frequency and order.

FOLDER

The folder screen shows you the name of the preset and its description.

Using the joystick you can change the preset.

CONFIGURATION

This screen is to configurate Ethernet. You can choose automatic or manual.

You can also configure the screen saver.

And here you have the input selection. You can choose between analog or AES3 for channel 1 or channel 2.

INFORMATION

The last screen shows you some general information regarding the cabinet’s components.

Here you can see the cabinet model, its serial number, DSP firmware and hardware versions, amp module model with hardware version, as well as the accelerometer status.