EAW-Eastern Acoustic Wrks MICROWEDGE-MW12
Floor Monitor, 2-Way Coaxial, 12" Woofer, Single or Bi-Amp

MICROWEDGE-MW12

The MicroWedge MW12 is a collaboration between original MicroWedge Series inventor Dave "Rat" Levine (owner of Rat Sound Systemes, Inc.) and the EAW Engineering Department, resulting in dramatically upgraded performance and ergonomics. A 12" woofer is paired with a 3" 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 dependent) 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 internal 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.

Features

• Highly coherent coaxial design (12" LF)
• Enhanced fidelity and power handling
• Upgraded transducers and crossover design
• Switchable single-amp/bi-amp modes
• Convenient input connector location

Specifications

• Configuration:
  LF: 1 x 12" cone, vented
  HF: 1 x 1.4" exit, 3" voice coil compression driver, Horn-loaded
• Operating Mode:
  Single-amp: LF/HF; External signal processing: High pass filter
  Bi-amp: LF, HF; External signal processing: DSP w/2-way filters
• Operating Range: 64Hz to 20kHz
• Nominal Beamwidth (conical, H x V): 90° x 90°
• Axial Sensitivity (whole space SPL)
  LF/HF: 94dB, 64Hz to 20kHz
  LF: 95dB, 60Hz to 930Hz
  HF: 106dB, 730Hz to 20kHz
• Input Impedance (ohms)
  LF/HF: 8 nominal; 6.4 @ 818Hz minimum
  LF: 8 nominal; 7.9 @ 231Hz minimum
  HF: 8 nominal; 8.7 @ 4732Hz minimum
• High Pass Filter: >/= 50Hz, 12dB/octave Butterworth
• Accelerated Life Test
  LF/HF: 69V, 600W @ 8 ohm
  LF: 69V, 600W @ 8 ohm
  HF: 35V, 150W @ 8 ohm
• Calculated Axial Output Limit (whole space SPL)
  LF/HF: 122dB average; 128dB peak
  LF: 123dB average; 129dB peak
  HF: 128dB average; 134dB peak
• Dimensions (H rear x W x D): 13.1" x 12" x 22.8"
• Connections: 2 Neutrik NL4 Speakon (in port)
• Rigging/Mounting: Integral flytrack on enclosure bottom

Our Part #  MICROWEDGE-MW12