NEXT-proaudio focuses on installed and small portable sound solutions Matrix Series
NEXT-proaudio has focused on installed and small portable sound solutions with a Passive Column Array series
addition to its catalogue.
The MATRIX passive column arrays are composed of closely-spaced state of the art, 3” neodymium transducers
housed in a stylish and yet sturdy aluminum / wood chassis designed to be the ultimate column speaker system
in architectural integration, comprising two models, MATRIX M8 (8x3”) and MATRIX M3 (3x3”).
These speaker arrays have been developed in order to offer the highest intelligibility at high SPL and wider
frequency response while providing constant beam-width over a user selectable vertical coverage. This
accurate beam control extends up to 10kHz, well beyond the benchmark of 4kHz of traditional single-driver
loudspeakers. To better control the lower frequencies, the Tuned Dipolar Technologywas developed by
NEXT-proaudio engineers to provide much more consistent low frequency pattern control than other similar
size systems.
A user selectable Music / Vocal mode switch is incorporated to allow quick and easy system optimization.
Music mode provides a flat,balanced frequency response, while Vocal mode adds a mid-range presence for
enhanced speech intelligibility.
NEXT MATRIX column arrays are able to focus the acoustical energy where it is needed, the listening area,
leading to significant improvements to speech intelligibility and musical clarity even incritical acoustic
environments.
For even greater versatility, the vertical dispersion pattern can be switched for Wide or Narrow
coverage.
Small conventional column loudspeakers arrays provide no significant vertical directivity control at lower
frequencies due to their physical size. To better control the lower frequencies, theTuned DipolarTechnology
was developed to provide more consistent low frequency pattern control than other similar size systems.
This can be useful in reducing the stimulation of resonant room modes at low frequencies. The heart of the
NEXT MATRIX column arrays is the internal processing board.This proprietary special circuitry takes care of
the array optimization and allows the user to easily adjustthe system behavior to meet theapplication
requirements. For an architectural integrated installation, a 16mmcavity in the back of the speaker
provides ample spaceforhidden speaker wiring, even when thespeaker ismounted flat against a wall.Removable
Input screw connector offers reliable,easier and more efficient wiring. A variety of accessories is
available to provide linking, hanging, and wall or pole mounting. For high-impedance (100V) operation, an
optional multi tap transformer is available.
This series can fit permanent installation, Bars, Clubs and Restaurants, Speech reinforcement, Transportation
halls, Houses of worship as well as Critical Environments Auditoriums.