New Meyer Sound ULTRA-X20 Loudspeaker and USW-112P Subwoofer Maximize Versatility

At ISE 2020 in Amsterdam, Meyer Sound is introducing two new compact, self-powered loudspeakers that leverage a new generation of technologies to provide exceptional versatility for covering a wide range of installed and portable applications.

The new ULTRA-X20 compact point source loudspeaker is a junior-sized version of the award winning ULTRA-X40 loudspeaker introduced at last year's ISE show. It offers the same revolutionary design principles and advanced technologies but employs smaller drivers in a lighter and more compact package -- a design that is new to Meyer Sound.

The ULTRA-X20 incorporates two 5" cone drivers, one 2" diaphragm compression driver and a rotatable 110-degree x 50-degree horn in a coaxial configuration. Power comes from a highly efficient three-channel Class D amplifier with sophisticated DSP, with everything fitted inside a compact cabinet that measures a mere 7.5" / 19.5cm wide by 19.04" / 48.4cm high by 8.6" / 21.8cm deep and weighs only 26lbs / 11.8kg. Preliminary performance specifications give an operating frequency range of 60Hz to 18kHz, phase response of ±45 degrees (100Hz -- 16kHz) and linear peak SPL of 123.5dB measured with M-Noise.

"The ULTRA-X20 is a breakthrough in power-to-size ratio," says Pablo Espinosa, Meyer Sound's vice president and chief loudspeaker designer. "It is 30 percent smaller and seven percent lighter than our UPJunior loudspeaker, yet it offers equivalent output power and -- thanks to the new coaxial design -- much more consistent pattern control below the crossover point."

The ULTRA-X20 may be ordered with any one of three connector panel options. The two AC powered versions both have looping Powercon connectors with choice of three-pin XLR for audio or five-pin XLR for audio and RMS remote monitoring. Another version is offered for integration in IntelligentDC systems (audio and remote DC powering on a single cable) with a five-pin Phoenix connector.

Two additional variants are offered, identical except for the patterns of the rotatable horn: ULTRA-X22 (80 degrees x 50 degrees) and ULTRA-X23 (110 degrees x 110 degrees).

Transport, mounting, and rigging options are offered for every conceivable application. A carry handle is standard but easily removable. Two integral M8 rigging points on each end enable use of a pole mount, single point hang, wall or ceiling mounting, or yoke mount in horizontal or vertical orientation at any angle. Four additional M6 points on the heatsink are compatible with most industry-standard wall mount brackets. A weather protected version is available with sealed connectors that eliminate the need for rain hoods.

For extended low frequency power, the ULTRA-X20 may be paired with the new USW-112P subwoofer, the 750-LFC low-frequency control element, or USW-210P subwoofer. The ULTRA-X20 is natively aligned with the 750-LFC to maximize ease of use in portable applications to allow rapid deployment with minimal effort.

The USW-112P compact subwoofer packs robust low frequency performance into a slender, self-powered package measuring less than 12" / 30cm deep. The slanted connector panel allows placement flush to walls, in vertical or horizontal orientation, making the USW-112P a great choice when stage or installation space is limited.

The USW-112P houses a single 12" long-excursion driver along with a highly efficient class D amplifier and advanced digital signal processing. The cabinet design features a low velocity port, based on the USW-210P, with optimized tuning for linear response and low distortion. Preliminary performance specifications include a linear peak output (measured with M-Noise signal) of 123dB SPL across an operating frequency range of 35Hz to 140Hz. Phase response measures ±30 degrees from 45Hz to 120Hz.

The USW-112P subwoofer measures 23.50" / 59cm high by 13.50" / 34.3cm wide x 11.95" / 30cm deep. Weight is 47lbs / 21.3kg.

Versions of the USW-112P are offered with either direct AC powering or for integration into systems using IntelligentDC, Meyer Sound's exclusive technology for supplying both DC power and audio from a remote, rack-mount unit over a single cable. The USW-112XP is the most powerful subwoofer offered with IntelligentDC. Optional facilities also are offered for Meyer Sound's RMS system for comprehensive remote monitoring.

The USW-112P is supplied standard with a removable carry handle and M8 rigging points on the top and bottom. A side-mounted, 35mm/M20 thread pole mount receptacle is available as an option. Using an M20 to M8 thread adapter, the USW-112P can be flown from a single eyebolt. An optional U-bracket facilitates mounting to a truss, ceiling, or wall. A weather protected version uses sealed connectors (IP-X4 or higher rating), eliminating the need for rain hoods.

"The USW-112P is an extraordinarily versatile subwoofer," says Pablo Espinosa, Meyer Sound's vice president and chief loudspeaker designer. "With its shallow footprint and light weight, it can go anywhere and fit anywhere, from churches and clubs to restaurants and small theatres."