Eastern
Acoustic Works (EAW) has announced the debut of RADIUS, an intelligent and
sophisticated family of loudspeakers for both portable and permanent
installation applications. RADIUS brings EAW’s signature acoustical design
prowess and technologies like EAW FocusingTM and DynOTM
to a new powered and processed platform that integrates DanteTM
networking and iOS-based prediction, control and monitoring along with a number
of useful and unique features that streamline setup and maximize results in
minimal time.
The EAW
RADIUS Series is a comprehensive family that includes point source, line
source, stage monitor and subwoofer loudspeakers. The complete range consists
of 8-in and 12-in 2-way point source loudspeakers that are available in 2 horn
patterns, a double 8-in articulated line array, single 12-in and 18-in
subwoofer models – and will soon add a 12-in co-axial stage monitor.
At the
heart of the entire RADIUS family lies the EAWmosaicTM iOS-based
application. This completely integrated and intuitive platform provides for
prediction, control and monitoring at any location in the venue wirelessly.
With the power of EAW RADIUS and EAWmosaic, delivering spectacular audio
results has never been easier or faster.
Beyond
the all wood enclosures, EAW Roadcoat finish, minimalist aesthetic and Power
Factor Corrected Class D amplification, all models in the RADIUS family
incorporate a range of refined features that simplify and accelerate the path
to optimized results. They feature a large, highly-legible navigation screen
that provides on-box access to all RADIUS functions through the use of a simple
turn and push encoder. Dual locking etherCON connectors provide simple
daisy-chain Dante connectivity for single cable audio and communications. There
is also an integrated WAP connection on every RADIUS loudspeaker to provide
flexible router placement options. XLR audio input and thru connections provide
an analog input option and automatic fail-over redundancy. And power is
delivered via powerCON inlet and loop connections to simplify cable management.
The rear
panel LCD screen and encoder on each enclosure also provide direct access to a
wide variety of useful functions. In addition to basic functions such as
crossover and delay, users can select from a number of pre-tuned voicings or
even perform an Output Check to verify transducer and amplifier functionality
without the need for external equipment. Many model specific functions are also
directly accessible from the back panel alone. The entire RADIUS line additionally
includes a complete range of accessories to maximize the utility of the family,
simplify logistics and offer protection during transport and outdoor use.
The 41
pound RSX208L line array module incorporates 2x 8-in woofers and 2x 1.4-in
voice coil compression drivers into a compact 3-way package. The precision
engineered design uses the power of both 8-in woofers to deliver low frequency
reinforcement while integrating tailored DSP to provide clean mid-range while
maintaining both the wide coverage pattern and inherent acoustical symmetry.
The RSX208L and RSX12 include array self-detection via on-board infrared
sensors and accelerometers that enable new OptiLogicTM technology to
pre-optimize the array and air loss compensation processing to dramatically
reduce setup and tuning time.
The
full-range point source models are the 8-in 2-way RSX86 and 89 (60 x 45 and 90
x 60 respectively) and the 12-in 2-way RSX126 and 129 which feature the same
directivity options as their smaller siblings. The horns can be rotated to
facilitate horizontal installation while maintaining the preferred directivity.
The 8-in models weigh 33 pounds and the 12-in models weigh 58 pounds. There are
four user-selectable push button voicings that are based upon feedback from key
touring and installation contacts – they allow for a variety of tonal starting
points without a computer or external processor.
The
subwoofer models in the RADIUS family are the 76 pound single 12-in RSX12 and
the 94 pound single 18-in RSX18. The RSX18 offers push-button cardioid
functionality in stacks of two or three via simple rear-panel controls – no
complex calculations are needed to achieve great low-frequency control. Both
subwoofer models offer significant sub-bass ground support and a high passed output
for all full-range products in the family, while the RSX12 specifically can
also be flown with the companion RSX208L line array to form a truly integrated
system.
“The value
of Radius is far greater than the sum of its parts. Many manufacturers are producing
high featured products but very few are producing products that are self-aware
of their location in the system and use that information to optimize system
wide performance in a given venue. No one is making systems like this at this
price point.” concludes TJ Smith, president and general manager of EAW.
