QSC : WL3082 QSC

Dual 8" Ultra-Compact Line Array Speaker System

The QSC Audio WL3082 Line Array System - Designed for the most demanding concert and installation audio professionals, the WideLine-8 system sets new standards for astonishing acoustical performance and compact size.

Line arrays are increasingly employed in a wider range of venues and applications. Frequently these venues have height or sightline restrictions that limit the placement and size of the array. Rising fuel costs are putting pressure on touring system providers to downsize their transportation requirements. At the same time, client and audience expectations for audio performance has never been higher. To meet these needs, QSC embarked on a program to develop the most compact, highest output line array speaker system available.

QSC's WideLine-8 packs full size line array performance into an ultra compact package measuring less than 20" (508 mm) wide and 9" (229 mm) high. The WideLine-8 applies to audio the classic hot rod, high performance formula – putting the most horsepower available into the smallest chassis possible.

Each tri-amplified WideLine-8 element uses a pair of high-power, neodymium magnet, 8" low-frequency drivers. Both cover low frequencies while only one extends into the midrange, thus maintaining horizontal dispersion control at crossover. High frequencies are handled by a premium, 3" diaphragm, neodymium compression driver mounted to QSC's patented, 140° multiple aperture diffraction waveguide. WideLine signature wide coverage delivers a broader stereo image, reduces the need for supplemental fill speakers and allows more placement options.

Features

• Extraordinarily compact (only 20" / 508 mm wide) and lightweight (38 lb / 17.2 kg)
• High acoustic output (133 dB SPL peak)
• Wide 140° horizontal coverage
• High power, 8" neodymium LF / MF drivers provide low-frequency extension to 62 Hz without subwoofers
• 3" diaphragm compression driver on QSC's patented 140° multiple diffraction aperture waveguide (Patent No. 7,177,437)
• Patented (D576,660) side-mounted vent ports designed for double duty as handles
• Simple, easy-to-use rigging system supports arrays of up to 12 units with 10:1 design factor
• Flexible ground stack capability
• Fully supported in EASE and EASE Focus acoustic software