Electro-Voice Introduces ETX Portable Powered Loudspeakers at NAMM 2014

	Electro-Voice ETX family of poertable powered loudspeakers

Launching globally at NAMM 2014, the new ETX family builds upon the 85-year heritage of Electro-Voice audio engineering to offer their most advanced professional portable powered loudspeakers available today.

A versatile high-end choice for live entertainment venues, rental companies, pro musicians and DJs, and installed sound, the ETX family features three two-way models (10", 12", and 15", all with a precision HF titanium compression driver), a three-way model (15" with a 6.5" MF driver and a precision HF titanium compression driver) and two subs (15" and 18" drivers).

Positioned above the ZLX and Live X families respectively, ETX completes a trio of recent EV portable loudspeaker offerings -- each of which, the company says, was designed to bring performance to its price point. (Launched at NAMM 2013, ZLX was the most successful EV product introduction ever and the company says is now the most successful loudspeaker in its category in the US.)

Inside each low-profile, tour-grade wood enclosure are a range of unique new features that set ETX apart, combining intelligent technology and innovative industrial design for spectacular results across all applications. EV-engineered high-efficiency transducers and high-powered Class-D amplifiers, signal synchronized transducers (SST) waveguide design and smart FIR-Drive DSP all work together to provide EV sound quality and precise coverage at the highest SPLs.

Technology and design features:
• EV's FIR-drive utilizes the latest finite impulse response (FIR) filter technology to optimize transducer linearity. Advanced limiter algorithms for independent peak and thermal transducer protection.
• Complete full-function DSP control via a single-knob interface. LCD screen for easy system set-up and monitoring: location/application EQ presets, limiter status, input level controls/meters, and master volume control to ensure optimal gain structure. Subs feature a preset for true cardioid performance.
• EV-patented signal synchronized transducers (SST) waveguide design provides precise and consistent coverage across all system configurations. Waveguides are custom-designed and optimized per ETX model.
• Components deliver the legendary EV sound quality and reliability the pros trust: 1,800W (subs) and 2,000W (full-range) Class-D power amplifiers with integrated DSP produce high SPLs utilizing high-sensitivity, low-distortion transducers (including DVX and SMX series woofers and precision DH3-B HF titanium compression drivers).
• Lightweight, durable and compact 18mm, 13-ply birch plywood enclosure finished with EVCoat. Eight mounting points for permanent installations (two-way models). Custom die-cast aluminum pole cups, handles, and hardware.

Designed, engineered, tested and assembled for ultimate reliability by Electro-Voice in the USA. ETX will ship in spring 2014.