EAW - Redline RL18

• Active bass reflex subwoofer
• VLF: 18", bass reflex
• Power: 1000/2000W
• Class D amplifier with a total power of 1000W
• Integrated EAW Focusing
• PowerCon connectors
• Frequency range: 30 – 160 Hz (-10 dB)
• Calculated maximum acoustic pressure:
- 127 dB SPL Peak (free space)
- 133 dB SPL Peak (half space)
• Dimensions: 631 x 838 x 506 (mm)
• Weight: 37 kg

Redline is a new line of active speakers from EAW, drawing on the manufacturer's extensive experience in producing top-of-the-line live sound systems. They have been specifically designed to meet the needs of professional users in the sound reinforcement, rental, and installation fields. The entire concept and every detail aim to make their lives easier.

The Redline series consists of two two-way speakers (12"+1" and 15"+1") and an 18" subwoofer. All three models feature their own DSP and Class D amplifier with 1250W bi-amp power (RL12 and RL15) or 1000W (RL18S). The two-way models utilize the renowned EAW Focusing™ specially developed to compensate for electro-acoustic anomalies in the speaker that cannot be eliminated through standard digital processing. All speakers incorporate new DynO™ dynamic optimization algorithms to maintain fidelity at all achievable volumes. The RL12 and RL15 models offer 3 predefined sound settings for use as standalone PA, stage monitors, and PA with subwoofer.

The symmetrical enclosure houses an easily replaceable amplifier module, allowing for L-R pairing. The RL18S subwoofer can activate a cardioid function – directional bass emission when multiple speakers are turned in relation to each other. All speakers are equipped with a 1.4mm steel grille, discreet EAW logos in all-black finish, and extremely durable RoadCoat™ surface treatment, also used in many other EAW speakers for touring, such as Microwedge monitors and the top-tier Adaptive Systems.

In short, Redline speakers provide professional users with what they need most: easy handling, beautiful sound without extensive tweaking, versatile applications, long-term reliability, and a design that exudes professionalism.

Features
• All Redline models feature a built-in Class D amplifier with PFC and are equipped with EAW Focusing TM and DynOTM processing for maximum volume and reproduction fidelity
• RL12 and RL15 models have 1250W power (250W HF and 1000W LF), RL18S has 1000W power
• Symmetrical enclosure design allows RL12 and RL15 to be used as mirror-image monitor pairs
• Presets: Mains, Mains + Sub, and Monitor (RL12 and RL15)
• Possibility to create a cardioid setup with RL18S (requires two subwoofers and two button presses)
• Option to dim LEDs on the rear panel when their light is disruptive
• Line input with parallel output and level control. PowerCon network connector with parallel output
• Integrated wooden handles, sturdy front grille with black EAW logo, enclosure with RoadCoatTM finish
• Intelligent monitoring of amplifier and speaker status
• Extremely lightweight speaker, easily handled by one person

EAW Focusing

EAW Focusing is a system that limits speaker distortion in the time domain by modifying the input signal in the opposite direction to the expected distortion generated by the speaker, canceling out the speaker's distortion.

DynO

DynOTM is a processing technique that allows EAW engineers to maximize the acoustic pressure provided by a specific amplifier-speaker combination.
Unlike traditional limiting, which simplistically considers the amplifier's output power and the speaker's input power (e.g., a speaker can handle 100W or an amplifier delivers 500W), the DynOTM process is far more detailed and complex. By studying the frequency-dependent dynamic reserve of all electronic and acoustic components and applying frequency-dependent limiting algorithms in combination with traditional band limiting, it is possible to maximize broadband dynamic reserve regardless of the input signal spectrum.