HK Audio has expanded the Polar portable loudspeaker series with the Polar 8 Mk2 – its most compact model to date.
The all-in-one system combines sound quality, modern technology and user-friendliness in a particularly portable format addressing applications spanning small stages, rehearsal rooms, conferences and events. For sophisticated design concepts, such as at weddings or corporate events, the system is also available in a white finish.
Inside the column, six 2.5-inch neodymium midrange drivers operate in a specially developed Curved Column arrangement that ensures even sound distribution with dispersion angles of 120° horizontal and 45° vertical. The result is clear and uniform sound coverage that is suited to acoustically challenging environments, low-ceilinged rooms and those with an audience positioned in various locations.
The 8-inch subwoofer delivers and precise bass performance. Its metal-reinforced, low-resonance plastic enclosure minimises unwanted vibrations and ensures a tight, controlled low-frequency response for music, presentations and DJ applications.
An integrated 1.2kW class-D amplifier ensures high dynamic performance. It offers high power reserves combined with low weight and high energy efficiency.
A newly developed Contour control allows adjustment of the sound between the DJ, Music and Voice presets. Unlike fixed presets, the continuous control enables precise tuning from clear speech reproduction to powerful DJ sounds.
Integrated 24-bit DSP supports signal processing and sound fidelity. This technology is complemented by a multiband limiter that intervenes specifically only in critical frequency ranges.
The Polar 8 Mk2 also features an integrated three-channel mixer with two mic/line inputs and an aux/Bluetooth channel. Microphones, instruments, DJ equipment or external audio sources can be connected directly, meaning that in many applications, no external mixer is required.
Using Bluetooth 5 audio streaming, the system provides a stable, high-quality wireless connection. Using True Wireless Stereo (TWS), two Polar 8 Mk2 units can be paired wirelessly and operated as a true stereo set-up without additional cables.
A carry bag for the column elements and a transport case for the subwoofer are included as part of the package. The system is quick to set up, easy to transport and well suited to mobile use.
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