ARK426A
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Ark 426A

ORDER CODE: ARK426A

Active column loudspeaker, D-class bi-amp, 2-way 700 W+350 W, 129dB SPL

The Ark 426A speaker represents the top of the range in the segment of compact vertical arrays. Ark 426A is a 2-way amplified long-range system for fixed and mobile installations. It consists of two 1" compression drivers (1.75" v.c.), mounted on a waveguide. The overall nominal coverage (H x V) is 110 ° x 25 ° (-17.5 ° / + 7.5 °). The MF / LF frequency range is covered by 4 6" speakers. The Ark 426A is an extremely flexible speaker, it can be used in full range or as an MF / HF section (up to two overlapping units) in high sound pressure systems in combination with the BX series subwofers The cabinet is made of 12 mm birch plywood with a black polyurea finish.

Main features:

  • Combined with the BX series subwoofers
  • Configurable in two superimposed units
  • Optional transport and fixing accessories

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Technical specifications

LOUDSPEAKER
  • System type: 2-way active column module
COMPONENTS
  • Low frequency: 4x6'' neodymium woofer / 1.5'' v.c.
  • High frequency: 2x1'' neodymium driver / 1.7'' v.c.
  • Built-in amp LF/HF: 700/350W (Continuous Power - EIA 1 kHz 1% THD)
ACOUSTICAL SPECIFICATIONS
  • SPL cont/peak: 125/131dB @1m (free field)
  • Frequency response: 80-18000Hz (±3dB)
  • Coverage angle HxV: 110 ° x 25°  (-17.5°/+7.5°)°
  • Cross over frequency: 1500Hz
  • Suggest LPF range: 120/150Hz
ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS
  • Amplifier: digital
  • Input sensitivity: 4 dBu (1,228Vrms) adjustable
  • Protection: limiter temp.
  • User controls: mic, line, bass boost
  • Built-in DSP: 54bit - sampling rate 48kHz
  • Operating voltage/frequency: 220 V~240 V/50 Hz
INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS
  • Input signal: XLR IN/OUT
  • Power connection: powerCON IN/OUT
CABINET CONSTRUCTION
  • Cabinet material: 12mm / 0.47'' birchplywood
  • Sospension system: Under: 35 mm mounting pole - Up: M20 screw
  • Handles: 1 rear
PHYSICAL
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 180x993x260mm / 7.09''x39.09''x10.24''
  • Weight: 19kg / 41.89lbs

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Accessories & Related Products

ARKUB1
ARKUB1
(Optional)
ARKM20POLE
ARKM20POLE
(Included)
Aluminum cylinder with M20 screw for ARK426A, ARK416MP, ARK216A
SM2040
SM2040
(Optional)
Fixed speaker pole, H.40 cm - 35mm, with M20 screw, 60kg max

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Letter datasheetArk426a_A4_DATASHEET.pdf351KB

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User manualArk426a_USER_MANUAL.pdf3MB

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