L-Acoustics has announced Syva, a new format, high-power speaker system which features six medium-frequency and three high-frequency speakers in a J-shaped progressive curvature format.

The transducer arrangement is called segment source, and produces an H/V 140° x 26° (+5/-21°) directivity pattern that is optimised for exceptional coverage and 35m of throw. The design targets corporate events, fashion and trade shows, cinemas and houses of worship, as well as sound reinforcement in amphitheaters and performing arts centres.

Syva can be accompanied by the Syva Low high-power subwoofer or Syva Sub infra extension to achieve a 142dB max SPL. Its companion Syva Low enclosure features two K2-grade 12-inch drivers designed to provide low frequency contour and extended bandwidth down to 40Hz. Similarly Syva Sub features one KS28-grade 12-inch driver, to further extend the bandwidth of the system in the infrasound domain down to 2Hz. One LA4X amplified controller can drive up to four Syva enclosures.

Syva can be wall- or pole-mounted, as well as flown, or used alone with its baseplate. Alternatively, Syva can be rapidly mounted on top of Syva Low or Syva Sub using the AutoConnect plug-and-play audio and physical link. A RAL color program allows Syva to melt into any architecture.

‘The introduction of Syva is a landmark for L-Acoustics,’ says Director of Marketing, Stéphane Ecalle. ‘Syva is a new breed of sound system combining the benefits of line source technology with a plug-and-play approach, in a sleek design, tailor-made for places where elegance and discretion are paramount.’

Initial orders for the Syva system are expected to ship in early June 2017.

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