Overview:
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Combining very high output capability with exceptional sonic performance, coverage control and consistency, The XE500 is the ultimate, high SPL stage monitor. Its Coaxial Differential Dispersion drive unit comprises a powerful 15” (380mm) LF driver with a 3.5” (89mm) voice coil, and a 1.4” (35mm) exit HF compression driver with a 3” (75mm) pure titanium diaphragm. Both drivers feature powerful neodymium magnet structures to maximize performance and reduce weight.
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Utilizing Coaxial Differential Dispersion technology, the XE500’s horizontal coverage varies from 60° directly over the monitor, narrowing to 30° further back. This not only maintains the sound level and balance independent of distance from the monitor, it produces a well-contained coverage ‘corridor’ at head-height. A patent-pending, contour-molded static third waveguide greatly increases the effective size of the horn mouth to extend pattern control down to 500Hz, reducing sound spill outside the ‘corridor’.
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The XE500 enclosure is constructed from multi-laminate birch ply, with integral ergonomic handles and finished with a hard-wearing paint. A strong, perforated steel grille with an acoustically transparent cloth backing provides protection for the Coaxial Differential Dispersion driver, while molded feet on the base prevent movement onstage with additional rubber feet on the side panels providing added protection if the monitor is upended when carrying.
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Frontal reflex ports couple with the floor to increase LF output and inbuilt risers can be used to increase the monitoring angle. Easy to maneuver, its exceptional performance and ‘corridor’ coverage make the XE500 the new definitive, high SPL stage monitor.
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XE Series monitors are designed as a complete system with the iK42 4-channel Class D Amplifier, offering a unique combination of power and audio performance seamlessly combined with advanced DSP, proprietary VU-NET software control and Dante™ digital audio networking. State of the art components and a finely optimized design results in generous power reserves that ensures pristine sound quality is maintained even under the most extreme conditions. As well as maximizing the capability of the monitor, this ensures that the monitor engineer and artist can be confident that they will experience this same high level of consistent performance from an XE monitor anywhere in the world.
Specifications:
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TYPE: Two-way, bi-amp, Coaxial Differential Dispersion Stage Monitor
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FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 62Hz-18kHz ± 3dB, -10dB @ 45Hz
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DRIVERS
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LF: 15” (380mm)/3.5” (89mm) voice coil, dual-gap neodymium motor system
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HF: 1.4” (35mm) exit/3” (75mm) voice coil, titanium dome compression driver
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RATED POWER
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LF: 550W AES, 2200W peak
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HF: 80W AES, 320W peak
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MAXIMUM SPL: 143dB peak
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SYSTEM AMPLIFIER: iKON iK42
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NOMINAL IMPEDANCE
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LF: 4Ω
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HF: 8Ω
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DISPERSION (-6DB): 60-30° horizontal, 70° vertical
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CROSSOVER: 1.1kHz active
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ENCLOSURE: Birch/beech ply and hardwood
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FINISH: Textured black paint
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PROTECTIVE GRILLE: Black perforated steel with scrim cloth backing
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BAFFLE ANGLE: 30° (40° with risers)
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CONNECTORS: 4 x NL4 type
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PIN CONNECTIONS LF: 1+/-, HF: 2+/-
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FITTINGS
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2 x pocket handles
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Protective rubber feet on base and sides
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Built-in risers: 4 x M8 inserts
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DIMENSIONS: (W) 635mm x (H) 364mm x (D) 583mm
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DIMENSIONS INCL FEET: (W) 641mm x (H) 367mm x (D) 583mm
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WEIGHT 29kg (63.9lbs)
