EAW MW12 specifications Features, Desc Iption, WAY FULL-RANGE Stage Monitor

M i c r o W e d g e M W 1 2 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s group · S

FEATURES

•Highly coherent coaxial design (12-inch LF)

•Enhanced fidelity and power handling

•Upgraded transducers and crossover design

•Switchable single-amp/bi-amp modes

•Convenient input connector location

DESC IPTION

The MicroWedge MW12 is a collaboration between original MicroWedge Series inventor Dave “Rat” Levine (owner of Rat Sound Systems, Inc.) and the AW ngineering Department, resulting in dramatically upgraded performance and ergonomics. A 12-inch woofer is paired with a 3-inch voice coil HF compression driver on a horn that provides full yet controlled 90-degree horizontal dispersion. All frequencies emanate from the exact same point, eliminating crossover region problems and time/phase irregularities, as well as optimizing coherency. The coaxial approach also contributes to a very compact, low-profile footprint.

MicroWedge MW12 monitors are processor enhanced (rather than processor dependant) for true “plug and play” operation. User selectable single-amp and bi-amp modes are provided. The large port on the front of the cabinet enhances LF response in coupling with the floor, and this port houses both the carrying handle and the passive/active mode switch. The port also contains dual input connectors, keeping them concealed and protected, and allowing wedges to be placed as close together as desired. Additional cable can be stored in the port without impacting LF performance.

Rubber feet on the bottom of the enclosure reduce abrasion, and new integral rigging hardware – also mounted on the enclosure bottom – facilitates easy flying. The Baltic birch cabinets are protected with EAW’s RoadCoat™ finish that’s extremely durable, and the rugged steel grille keeps its distinctive shape even when stood upon. All components are highly liquid tolerant – virtually impervious to spilled drinks as well as natural elements like rain.

2-WAY FULL-RANGE STAGE MONITOR

See NOTES TABULAR DATA for details

CONFIGURATION

Subsystem
LF	Transducer		Loading
	1x	12 in cone	Vented
HF	1x	1.4 in exit, 3 in voice	Horn-loaded
	coil compression driver
Operating Mode

	Amplifier Channels	External Signal Processing
Single-amp	LF/ HF	High pass filter
Bi-amp	LF, HF	DSP w/2-way filters
PERFORMANCE 1
Operating Range	64 Hz to 20 kHz
Nominal Beamwidth (conical)
Horz	90°
Vert	90°
Axial Sensitivity (whole space SPL)
LF/HF	94 dB	64 Hz to 20 kHz
LF	95 dB	60 Hz to 930 Hz
HF	106 dB	730 Hz to 20 kHz
nput mpedance (ohms)

	ominal	Minimum
LF/HF	8	6.4	@ 818 Hz
LF	8	7.9	@ 231 Hz
HF	8	8.7	@ 4732 Hz
High Pass Filter
High Pass	=>50 Hz, 12 dB/octave Butterworth
Accelerated Life Test 2
LF/HF	69 V	600 W @ 8 ohm
LF	69 V	600 W @ 8 ohm
HF	35 V	150 W @ 8 ohm
Calculated Axial Output Limit (whole space SPL)

	Average	Peak
LF/HF	122 dB	128 dB
LF	123 dB	129 dB
HF	128 dB	134 dB
ORDERING DATA

Description	Part Number
MW12 2-Way Full Range Loudspeaker Black	0011736-90

1To achieve specified performance, the listed external signal processing with EAW-provided settings is required.

2 For recommendations to select power amplifier size refer to : “HOW MUCH AMPLIFIER POWER DO I NEED?” on the EAW web site.

Eastern Acoustic Works One Main Street Whitinsville, MA 01588 tel 800 992 5013 / 508 234 6158 fax 508 234 8251 www.eaw.com

EAW products are continually improved. All specifications are therefore subject to change without notice. Part Number: 0011736-90 February 2008