3.2
W8S
The W8S is a matching sub-bass system designed for use with the W8 in
situations where low frequency enhancement is required. Its unique
Hybrid™ horn/reflex design combines the efficiency and fast transient
performance characteristics of a folded horn with the low frequency
extension of a bass reflex enclosure. The horn and reflex sections are
entirely separate – the horn being powered by a 15" (385mm) driver and
the reflex section by a powerful 18" (450mm) device. This combination of
horn and reflex technology within a single enclosure results in a dynamic
sub-bass with an efficiency of 104dB.
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SAFETY FIRST
It is important that loudspeaker systems are used in a safe manner.
Please take some time to review the following points concerning safe use
of Wavefront Touring Series loudspeakers.
Professional loudspeakers are capable of producing extremely high sound
levels and should be used with care. Hearing loss is cumulative and can
result from levels above 90dB if people are exposed for a long period.
Never stand close to loudspeakers driven at high level.
4.1
Stacking
Ensure that the floor or stage is level and solid.
Do not stack speakers too high outdoors where winds could topple the
stack.
Be aware that speakers producing very high power levels can move or
creep. To avoid this, place friction material between the floor and speaker
and between each speaker.
4.2
Flying
Flying Systems should only be assembled from safety approved load-
rated flying bars and fittings by trained and experienced crew, working
in association with professional riggers. All arrays must be flown
from secure and appropriately load rated rigging points. Seek help
from architects, structural engineers or other specialists if in any doubt.
Wavefront Touring enclosures are fitted with MAN load certified flying points
and are designed to be flown using either the MAN Transformer flying
system or the MAN Installer/Tourer (IT) flying system. Both comply with the
12:1 safety factor as specified by the German VGB70 standard. Please
refer to the Transformer or IT user guide for complete information on using
these systems. It is essential that every MAN flying system user has the
opportunity to read the user guide and we would strongly recommend that
every user be properly trained in the safe use of the flying system before
constructing and deploying the system in a working situation.
Martin Audio – WAVEFRONT TOURING SERIES
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