Meyer Sound's LEO Family Grows with LINA and 750-LFC
Meyer Sound's LEO Family of linear sound reinforcement systems has been expanded with the addition
of the diminutive new LINA very compact linear line array loudspeaker and companion 750-LFC very
compact low frequency control element. Easily the smallest and lightest in the series, LINA and
750-LFC bring the inherent linearity, low distortion and exceptional power-to-size ratio of LEO
Family technology to a wider range of applications and venues.
The self-powered LINA loudspeaker measures only 20.27 inches (515 mm) wide and weighs in at a mere
43 lbs. (19.5 kg), making it an ideal choice when discreet appearance, portability and hanging weight
restrictions are critical considerations. Also, because LINA shares the same structural footprint as
Meyer Sound's current MINA™ line array loudspeakers, owners of MINA systems can add LINA to their
existing inventory using the same rigging and mounting hardware. Mixed systems of MINA and LINA are
compatible using the delay integration in Compass® control software.
On the inside, LINA has been outfitted with new drivers and an updated amplifier and signal processing
package to conform with the LEO Family design philosophy. Compared to MINA, the newly designed class
D amplifier affords greater efficiency, and an upgraded power supply enables higher peak output. The
3-inch HF compression driver incorporates a new magnet structure first used in the LEOPARD™ line
array loudspeaker (LINA's next-larger sibling) for reduced distortion. Low-frequency distortion from
the dual 6.5-inch woofers is further reduced compared to MINA, aided by new internal venting and
baffling to optimize performance. On-board signal processing has been upgraded for more power, and
it now includes optimized Native Mode -- as first introduced in LEOPARD - that yields excellent
system performance with minimal external processing.
"Following the industry-wide acceptance of LEOPARD, we were asked if we could deliver the same sonic
transparency and headroom in a smaller system," says Pablo Espinosa, Meyer Sound's vice president
of R&D and chief loudspeaker designer. "Although LINA takes advantage of the existing MINA
footprint, the improvements in high-frequency headroom and lower distortion are clearly audible.
LINA definitely shows its LEO Family lineage."
In most applications, LINA compact line array loudspeakers will be integrated with the companion
750-LFC low-frequency control element for extending deep bass performance across its operating
frequency range of 36 Hz to 125 Hz. The 750-LFC houses a 15-inch, dual voice coil long excursion
driver along with a two channel, open loop class D amplifier and signal processing to provide
separate, precisely synchronized power to each voice coil. Like its larger siblings, the 900-LFC
and 1100-LFC, the 750-LFC reproduces low frequencies at high continuous levels with clarity,
extremely low distortion, and optimized phase response. An integral pole mount receptacle pairs
with LINA or ULTRASeries™ loudspeakers, while an optional rigging frame allows flying in LINA
arrays without a transition grid.
The high power-to-size ratio and sleek profile of the LINA compact linear line array systems make
them an excellent choice for small theatres, theme parks, houses of worship and portable AV
systems. Configured as single cabinets or short stacks, LINA loudspeakers are ideally suited
for use as front fills and under-balcony fills.
LINA compact linear line array loudspeakers and 750-LFC low-frequency control elements are expected
to ship June 1, 2017.