FBT Vertus CLA 118SA | 18in - 138dB

Processed Active Subwoofer
1200W - 138 dB SPL

Steeped in classic Italian design and acoustic expertise, VERTUShas been created with the aim of extending true line array technology, an undisputed success in the field of professional audio, into a new range of applications within both the live and fixed installation fields. The column system is compact and elegant, with a refined yet functional design. Most importantly it offers an uncompromising quality capable of successfully solving applications where conventional systems are inadequate.

Compared to a traditional two-way speaker, the sound is distributed in a much more uniform manner into the listening area, regardless of whether the application is indoors, outdoors or acoustically difficult in terms of reverberation. The cylindrical wave front of the CLA projects sound forwards in a very precise and coherent fashion without the reverberant performance that is typical of conventional speakers which can excite environmental reflections, directing acoustic energy where it is not needed, especially towards the ceiling and floor. Even acoustic feedback such as that generated by microphones is rejected to a far greater extent than a conventional enclosure.

Finally, the columns narrow dimensions allow the discreet, unobtrusive integration of the column into any environment.

The qualities of the system CLA can be summarized as:

High-end sound quality with a frequency response of 33Hz to 20kHz, designed specifically for live
Improved dispersion within a set listening area plus extended projection
High power performance and dynamic range thanks to the tri-amplification system
Portability and modularity – elements can be rapidly daisy-chained via a quick release system, extending both the vertical directivity and sound pressure level
Design and elegance for easy integration even in the most demanding installations – the compact dimensions ensure listeners will focus on the sound and not the speaker!
Wide horizontal dispersion

Features:

Active subwoofer in bass-reflex design
460mm (18”) B&C high excursion woofer with 75mm (3”) voice coil
Frequency response from 33Hz to 100Hz
1200W RMS Class D power amplifier with swittching mode power supply
Processor DSP with 8 presets, cardioid configuration, delay
Control Panel with XLR input and link, volume, presets, delay, phase 0 ° -180 °, ground-lift
Neutrik powerCON power IN and LINK connectors
15mm (5/8”) birch plywood with scratch-resistant coating Stackable
M20 (20mm) top mount speaker stand socket, two diecast aluminium carrying handles with rubber inserts
Optional 4 swivel-mount casters 80mm (3.15”) on request
Suitable for low frequency extension and reinforcement of the CLA406A array, especially for live performance

Specifications:

Code: 39681
Configuration: 1 reflex way
Built-in amplifier LF/HF: 1200 W RMS
Built-in amplifier peak LF/HF: 2400 W
Frequency response: 33Hz - 120Hz -6dB
Low Frequency woofer: 1x18 -3 coil inch
Maximum SPL cont/peak: 134/138 half-space dB
Dispersion: omnidirectional HxV
Input impedance: 22 Kohm
Crossover Frequency: preset dependant KHz
AC Power requirements: 640 VA
Input connector: XLR with loop
Power cord: 5 / 16.4 m/ft
Net Dimension (WxHxD): 550x550x660 / 21.65x21.65x25.98 mm/inch
Net Weight: 40/88.18 kg/lb
Transport Dimension (WxHxD): 700x700x800 / 27.55x27.55x31.49 mm/inch
Transport Weight: 50/110.23 Kg/lb