Velodyne Acoustics well known leading manufacturer of powered subwoofers have released a number of new products.
First is the new SC-600 Series, in wall subwoofer a low cost, easy-to-install line of subwoofers for the custom installation market. The SC-600 Series is a less expensive solution than the current SubContractor Series offered by Velodyne and consists of the SC-600 IW (In-Wall) subwoofer, the SC-600 IF/IC (In-Floor/In-Ceiling) subwoofer and the SC-600 amplifier, a 400-watt dynamic power amp which controls both subwoofers.
The SC-600 IW (In-Wall) subwoofer installs easily in either new construction or retrofit applications due to its one-piece sealed enclosure. A unique triple vector design, with two active 6.5" long-throw drivers and two custom passive radiators firing at 45 degree angles, maximizes excursion within the wall cavity and reduces wall vibration by 50%. The 16.25″ × 14″ grille fits flush in a standard 2×4 wall.
Velodyne have also released the Optimum Series (Optimum-8, Optimum-10 and Optimum-12). These are powered by a Class D switching amplifier delivering 1200 watts RMS and 2400 watts dynamic power. The drivers incorporate light, stiff Kevlar-reinforced resin cones, massive 21 lb. magnet structures (on the Optimum-10 and Optimum-12), and 2.5" to 3" copper wound voice coils and vented pole pieces. The elegant contoured cabinet is available in either a high-gloss, black piano lacquer finish or real cherry veneer.
Bruce Hall, president of Velodyne commented “We’ve created extreme bass performance for the home that’s easy to understand and use, in a beautiful sub using quality craftsmanship that can be shown off, but is small enough to fit into any application. It’s the perfect combination that will please the most demanding audio customer.”
Velodyne also introduced the Impact Series subwoofers, a range of high-output, low distortion subwoofers with attractive styling and black gloss trim. The Impact-Mini, Impact-10 and Impact-12 make up the Impact Series.
The Impact-Mini uses a 6.5" forward firing driver and 8" down-firing passive radiator and features a 300W dynamic power, 180W RMS power amplifier. The dish-shaped aluminum cones limit standing waves, minimize distortion and maximize bass output. With 10″ × 10″ × 12′ dimensions, this tiny cabinet can easily be concealed in any room.
The Impact-10 and Impact-12 each feature a down-firing port to maximize bass performance and output, and minimize distortion. The Impact-10 features a 250W dynamic, 150W RMS amplifier and the Impact-12 features a 275W dynamic, 165W RMS amplifier.
All three models include MDP amplifiers with more dynamic headroom for high impact, 2" copper-wound voice coils and an adjustable, high quality crossover system to perfectly match the subwoofer with the main speakers in the room.
All new subwoofers from Velodyne are available now.