The ULT10 is the latest in PreSonus ULT line of active loudspeakers, joining the ULT12 and ULT15 full-range systems and the ULT18 subwoofer.
The ULT10 features PreSonus’ proprietary rotatable Pivot X110 horn and a proprietary 10-inch, low-frequency driver with a 2.5-inch voice coil. The system is bi-amped and driven by a 1.3kW (peak) class-D amplifier, generating up to 130dB SPL, with a 60Hz-8kHz (-3dB) frequency response.
The Pivot X110 horn combines ultra-wide horizontal coverage (110°) for broad coverage with focused vertical dispersion (50°) for long throw. In addition, the Pivot X110 horn’s large size (11 x 11 inches) enables it to control the dispersion pattern lower in the frequency range than smaller conventional horns, so it maintains more consistent gain on- and off-axis, ensuring that the audience at the sides has the same listening experience as those in front.
The horn can be rotated 90˚, so the ULT10 enclosure can be mounted in a horizontal configuration while still maintaining its 110˚ x 50˚ coverage pattern. Along with its compact size, this serves centre channel duties in an LCR system or an under-balcony fill. Rotating the Pivot X110 horn can also help fix FOH issues in tall, narrow venues by minimising early reflections and providing more directed coverage.
The enclosure offers two combo XLR and quarter-inch TRS inputs and a mic/line input with PreSonus’ XMax mic preamp and a line-level-only input. The inputs have independent level control, allowing audio sources to be mixed internally and summed to a balanced XLR output for daisychaining multiple units. A separate direct output for the line input channel provides additional flexibility.
The ULT10 features a lightweight, Baltic birch enclosure with a tour grade, 16-gauge, powder-coated steel grille; ergonomic handles; a locking IEC power connector; and a defeatable front-panel power-indicator LED. A multi-angle enclosure enables ULT10s to serve as mains or monitor wedges.
The ULT10 is shipping at an expected street price of US$899.95.
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