QSC Audio KW153 1000W 3-Way Active Loudspeaker

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More and more people are relying on speaker enclosures with built in dedicated amplifiers (known as Active) because they offer unrivalled set up flexibility. There is another added bonus though that the QSC KW series really runs with: Digital Signal Processing! The DSP equipped KW153 is able to intelligently process the signal for maximum clarity and speaker efficiency, and that means more headroom, less distortion and even a reduced chance of feedback!

Speakers from the KW series are made from premium-grade Baltic birch and offer you 1000watts of power and a Class D amp.  Featuring a built-in 2 channel mixer, you can plug almost anything directly into these speakers and mix your inputs with a minimum of fuss.  If you need any more, any mixer can be added to boost your versatility; although the Touchmix 8 or 16 have been designed to work seamlessly with the system.  

Each speaker comes with a Tilt-DirectTM feature which engages a 7.5 degree down angle focusing acoustic energy on the audience, a Locking IEC connector and have Integrated Threaded Inserts which allow the speakers to be flown in installation applications.

QSC’s attention to detail does not end there!  Each speaker has been tested and high frequency matches precisely to the natural coverage angle of the woofer, meaning that they provide smooth equal coverage across the intended listening area.  Your whole audience hears what you want them to hear!

With DSP built into each power module, these speakers provide sound quality previously only found in high end line array loudspeaker systems.

As an authorized retailer of QSC, we are pleased to offer you a 6 year warranty on these products; although we are confident you’ll never need it!

Key Features:

• K Series performance in a lightweight, birch design
• 1000 watt Class D power modules in all models (2 x 500 W continuous)
• Extensive DSP featuring DEEP and Intrinsic Correction enhances system performance
• DMT (Directivity Matched Transition) ensures uniform coverage across the entire sound field
• Rugged, texture-painted birch enclosures
• Four-position Mic/Line gain (full-range models)
• Tour-grade 16 gauge steel grilles
• Comfortable ergonomic handles
• 35 mm pole sockets with Tilt-Direct on KW122 and KW152, standard (non-tilt) pole socket on KW153
• M10 rigging points for suspended installation (full-range models)
• KW122 also functions as stage monitor

Here's what QSC say about KW Series Active Speakers

Building on the success of our K Series, the KW Series represents the next evolutionary step in wood enclosure loudspeakers. Our system engineers have created the KW Series to feature all the groundbreaking electronic attributes of our popular K Series while at the same time designing a product that is both smaller and significantly lighter than previous wood enclosure models.

High Output: Like K Series, each of the four KW Series models features a QSC designed, 1000 watt (2 x 500 W continuous) Class D power module. And continuing in the K Series tradition, every model is fitted with the identical high-output 1.75" HF device (full-range models) and woofers of the same high quality design, regardless of speaker size.

Defined Coverage Area: Directivity Matched Transition (DMT) provides for matched LF and HF coverage across the entire listening area, eliminating unnatural "dead" or "hot" frequency zones.

DSP: Extensive signal processing is employed throughout, providing levels of sonic clarity and total output that defy all expectations for a product in this category:

• Intrinsic Correction, first featured in our high-end line array products maps 65-75 spatially-averaged measurements to IIR and FIR filters that actively adjust time, frequency and amplitude response to a maximally flat bandpass target. The result is a speaker that behaves equally well across the entire sound field.
• DEEP and excursion limiting allow for extended low-frequency response by actively managing low-frequency transients without degradation of the underlying signal or adjacent frequencies. GuardRail protection, first introduced on our GX Series amplifiers protects both the amplifier module and your performance from unnatural and destructive clipping.
• Connectivity: KW Series features a four-position mic / line gain switch that allows for connection of a wide variety of devices. Combo XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs accept both mic and line level input while a set of RCA phono inputs (except KW181) allow additional connectivity to portable MP3 players, CD players and line-level mixers. Up to three audio sources can be mixed internally and summed to a balanced output for "daisy-chaining" of multiple units. Separate direct outputs are also provided on each channel for additional output flexibility.

Control: On-board switches provide preset EQ settings. The HF setting (full-range models) can be set to VOCAL BOOST for additional presence in the critical mid-frequency area or FLAT for accurate reproduction of the incoming signal. The LF switch can be set to NORM, DEEP for additional bass extension, or EXT SUB (full-range models) for use with an external subwoofer. The rear panel LED switch can be set to POWER, illuminating the front-mounted LED when the unit is powered on, OFF for applications where it is not desirable to illuminate the front LED, or LIMIT which indicates to the system operator that the clip limiter circuit has been engaged during operation.

Tilt-Direct: The KW122 and KW152 feature a unique Tilt-Direct pole cup mounting system. A simple turn of the dial engages a 7.5 degree downward tilt of the speaker allowing acoustic energy to be kept on the audience and off reflective surfaces for applications where maximum coverage from a high-positioned speaker is desired.

Remote Gain: Remote gain control capability is offered via a potentiometer (not included) connected to the on-board Phoenix-Style connector. In an installed application, multiple KW Series speakers can be "daisy-chained" for total gain control from a single remote pot. Auto-standby mode is engaged after 5 minutes of inactivity.

Premium-grade materials: KW Series is designed to withstand the rigors of professional use. Advanced construction processes, premium-grade Baltic birch cabinetry, ergonomic, cast aluminum handles, low-noise casters (KW181) and a highly protective steel grille provide for ease of transport and long term durability. Integrated M10 suspension points allow for flown applications with a KW M10 KIT (sold separately) and a threaded pole receptacle (KW181) provides for a positive, wobble free connection to a threaded speaker pole (included).