Cerwin-Vega! Debuts CVi Passive Portable PA Speakers

Cerwin Vega announces the release of the CVi passive portable PA speaker series. Housed in a double braced wood cabinet with an 18-gauge steel grill, the line is designed for endurance and mobility. The series includes two subwoofers (CVi-118S / CVi-218S) with peak power capacities of 1,200w and 2,400W respectively. These efficient Cerwin-Vega woofers deliver low frequency impact with tighter bass definition and less distortion, the company says. The CVi-218s features an innovative stacked driver contra-sub. This inverse synergy sub configuration allows the two drivers to work together in the same enclosure volume producing bass response that exceeds the output of the collective drivers. The result is cleaner, smoother low frequency reinforcement at higher SPL levels.

The CVi line also offers two full-range speakers (CVi-152 / CVi-252), a 15" and dual 15", with peak power capacities of 1,000W and 2,000W, respectively. The fifth and final speaker of the line is a two-way stage monitor with a peak power capacity of 1,000W (CVi-122M).

The CVi series boasts high performance 34mm Mylar compression drivers and the use of hemi-conical horns allow for smooth and accurate high frequency response, both on and off axis. The advanced crossovers utilized in the design reproduce accurate cross-band summation, resulting in a far more natural sound field, the company says. In terms of setup, flexibility is an important feature of the CVi series. With a high current capacity and dual Speakon and ¼" input/output options, the CVi series offers many connectivity paths including the ability to connect multiple units in serial.