Martin Audio Blackline XP12 12" 1300W Active Loudspeaker

Product code: 1482

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SKU: XP12
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About this Product

The XP12 is a compact, powered, two-way system designed by leading acoustic engineers. It can be used either as a standalone system, stage monitor or in conjunction with the XP118 powered subwoofer.

1300W
Power Rating
1000W LF + 300W HF
Amplifier · bi-amp
12″ (300mm)
LF Driver
80° x 50°
Coverage · H x V

Applications

Ideal for:

Live venues
Bars and clubs
Corporate events
Houses of worship

System Compatibility

Works with:

XP118

Features

It can be used either as a standalone system, stage monitor or in conjunction with the XP118 powered subwoofer
The LF and HF drivers are independently protected by RMS and peak limiters for longevity and consistency of performance
The XP12 is road-ready
The enclosure has M8 inserts for eyebolt suspension and a pole-mount socket with a removable cap that maintains clean lines for install applications
It is finished in black textured hard-wearing paint as standard
80° x 50° coverage pattern

Specifications

Martin Audio Blackline XP12 12″ 1300W Active Loudspeaker specifications
LF Driver 12″ (300mm)
Voice Coil 2.5″ (65mm)
Power 1300W
Amplifier Power 1000W LF + 300W HF
Coverage 80° x 50°
Frequency Response 62Hz – 20kHz ±3dB (-10dB @ 50Hz)
HF Driver 1″ (25mm) exit compression driver, 1.7″ (44mm) voice coil
Max SPL 122dB continuous, 128dB peak
Crossover 2.3kHz active, 24dB/octave
Inputs 2 x female XLR / ¼” jack combo
Mix Output 1 x male XLR
Mains Input 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, 3-pin IEC
Power Consumption 550W max
Fittings 17 x M8 inserts, pole-mount socket, 2 x pocket handles
Dimensions (W x H x D) 358 x 574 x 318mm
Weight 18kg
Optional Accessories Wall bracket, eyebolts
SKU XP12

Full features

  • Compact self-powered, portable two-way system
  • 1300W of Class D amplification
  • Global power supply with PFC (Power Factor Correction)
  • On-board DSP with rotary control interface
  • Multi-function display for metering, control and function selection
  • Three-channel mixer
  • Three-band channel EQ, plus HPF (Ch1/2)
  • Independent LF and HF peak and RMS limiters
  • Three speaker mode and voicing presets
  • Bluetooth control and streaming option
  • Durable plywood enclosure
  • User-rotatable 80° x 50° HF horn
  • Vertical and horizontal mounting options
  • Symmetrical multi-angle enclosure for PA or stage monitor use
  • Screw-free, cloth-backed steel grille
  • Integral ergonomic handles
  • Mounting options include pole-mount, wall bracket and flying inserts

Full specifications

Acoustics

  • TYPE: Compact self-powered two-way system
  • Frequency response
    • 62Hz - 20kHz ±3dB
    • -10dB @ 50Hz
  • Drivers
    • LF: 12" (300mm)/2.5" (63.5mm) voice coil, ferrite motor system
    • HF: 1" (25mm) exit/1.7" (44mm) voice coil, polyimide dome compression driver
  • Maximum spl: 122dB continuous, 128dB peak
  • Dispersion: 80° H x 50° V (user-rotatable)
  • Crossover: 2.3kHz active, 24dB/octave

Audio In/Out

  • Input connectors: 2 x female XLR/ ¼" jack combo
  • Mic/line input impedance: 8 kΩ balanced
  • ¼" Jack ts input impedance: 1 MΩ unbalanced
  • Mix output connector: 1 x male XLR
  • Mix output impedance: 600 Ω Balanced

Internal Processing

  • Input channel EQ: 3-band on each channel plus HPF (Ch1/2)
  • Speaker EQ: 3 speaker mode/voicing presets
  • Protection: LF and HF Peak and RMS limiting, amplifier thermal protection

Amplifier Module

  • Type: 2 channel switch-mode, class D
  • Peak output power
    • 1300W total
    • 1000W LF, 300W HF
  • Average efficiency: 89%
  • Cooling: External convection cooled
  • Maximum ambient temperature: 35°C (95°F) for full output

Power Supply

  • Type: Switch-mode, fixed frequency with PFC
  • Ac input operating range: 100-240V ~ AC, 50 - 60Hz
  • Power factor: > 0.98
  • Nominal power consumption: 550W Max
  • Mains connector: 3-pin IEC

Physical & Dimensions

  • Enclosure: Multi-angle birch/poplar ply
  • Finish: Black textured paint
  • Protective grille: Black perforated steel with scrim cloth backing
  • Fittings: 17 x M8 inserts, pole-mount socket, 2 x pocket handles
  • Dimensions
    • (W) 358mm x (H) 574mm x (D) 318mm
    • (W) 14.1in x (H) 22.6in x (D) 12.5in
  • Weight: 18kg (40lbs)
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Build and sound quality spot on. These are my first set of MA speakers and it will be very difficult to choose anything else from now on!

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