The Perlisten Audio R12s Subwoofer delivers exceptional sound fidelity grounded in physical engineering principles. Its innovative design harmonizes advanced materials and precision technology for optimal acoustic performance.
The Perlisten Audio R12s Subwoofer utilizes cutting-edge design elements like a 300mm glass fiber composite diaphragm, which enhances rigidity and reduces distortion while maintaining lightweight characteristics essential for dynamic response. The driver system incorporates multiple aluminum shorting rings to minimize inductive distortion, while the multi-layer Nomex spiders ensure consistent performance during extruded linear excursions of up to ±23.7mm. Powering this driver is a class-leading 1.0kW amplifier, governed by a sophisticated 48-bit DSP data path and a 32-bit ARM Cortex M4 processor, which provides real-time adjustments for an accurate sonic experience. The Klippel laser measurement system integrates into this feedback loop, optimizing performance in both free air and enclosures while maintaining phase coherence through variable adjustments.
Key Features
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Driver Technology: The glass fiber composite diaphragm enhances strength and reduces mass, providing better transient response and minimizing distortion.
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Advanced DSP Control: The 48-bit data path and high-speed ARM Cortex M4 processor ensure precise adjustments in real time, resulting in accurate sound reproduction.
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Klippel Measurement System: This system allows for detailed analysis and optimization of driver performance in actual listening conditions, mitigating deviations in frequency response.
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Versatile Acoustic Control: 10-band parametric EQ with multiple user presets allows for fine-tuning of the subwoofer’s output to suit various room acoustics.
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User Interface: A 2.4” LCD color touchscreen provides an intuitive way to control settings and monitor performance, enhanced by app compatibility.
Technical Specifications
- Alignment: Acoustic suspension
- Amplifier: 1.0kW rms
- Display Interface: 2.4" LCD color touchscreen
- App: iOS and Android
- Processor: 32-bit ARM Cortex M4, double precision floating point math
- DSP Engine: Ti DSP 48-bit data paths
- Driver Complement: 300mm, Glass fiber diaphragm
- Linear Excursion: +/-23.7mm
- Reference Sensitivity: 90dB /150mV/ 1.0m
- Frequency Response: 20-296Hz (-6dB) / 16-380Hz (-10dB)
- Inputs: (1) Balanced XLR, (1) Unbalanced RCA
- Outputs: (1) Balanced XLR unbuffered, (1) Unbalanced RCA unbuffered
- Parametric EQ: 10-Band PEQ with 3 user presets
- Low Pass Filter: Bypass, 30-160Hz, slope 6,12,18,24dB/oct
- Phase: Variable 0-270°
- Polarity: Normal / inverted
- Configurable: Auto turn-on and 12V Trigger with XLR and RCA options
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 428 x 390 x 375mm (16.9 x 15.4 x 14.8")
- Weight Overall: 26.7 kg (58.1 lbs.)
- Available Finishes: Satin black
