Audio professionals looking for an active speaker with integrated DSP and Bluetooth control should check out the HK Audio SONAR 112 Xi, a powered speaker that is suitable for a wide range of applications, offering top performance and easy handling. This flexible speaker can be deployed in a ground stack, on a speaker pole (0/-7.5°), or as a floor monitor with a 35° angle.
The speaker utilizes 1200W Class-D/Class-AB amplifiers to drive the 12" woofer and 1" high-frequency driver, which combine to offer a full-range frequency response of 58 Hz to 18 kHz with plenty of volume to cover an audience (130 dB SPL). Notable features include: advanced DSP with an LCD display, 3-band EQ, HPF, Bluetooth audio pairing, delay, and a pre/post master output. The SONAR 112 Xi can be remotely controlled via the free Android/iOS SONAR REMOTE app. A power cord is included.
- The built-in digital mixer on the Xi models offers two channels for microphone or line signals as well as an AUX channel for analog and Bluetooth 5.0 signals. It can even receive both signals at the same time. The Mix Out is used to forward signals to additional speakers or can be used as a source for live recording.
- Each of the three channels has its own dedicated volume controller as well as a lavishly equipped 3-band EQ. What’s more, three sound modes are available (Live, DJ, Monitor) as well as a preset for using in combination with the SONAR subwoofer.
- The mixer is equipped with a master control to adjust the overall volume and operate the DSP menu.
With Bluetooth TWS (True Wireless Stereo), stereo audio streaming via two SONAR Xi models is a breeze. Two linked SONAR Xi speakers can even be controlled remotely at the same time via the Remote app.
- The SONAR REMOTE app for iOS and Android tablets and smartphones is so much more than just a remote control for the built-in digital mixer. It lets you control all settings and functions of the SONAR Xi models, including the parameters of the 3-band EQ for each channel. You can also save scenes to make regularly used presets available on demand, such as adjustments to frequently used microphones, modified SONAR Xi setups or basic configurations for different locations.
- All settings that are changed in the app are simultaneously shown in the SONAR Xi speaker display, and vice versa. Both displays sync up in real time.
The DuoTilt stand mount helps to align the speaker towards the audience reliably, so that it provides the best sound. The preset 3 and 7° tilt of the stand mount means you can choose the right alignment, regardless of the setup.
