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The new TCS II series is a complete range of installation products ranging from a large-format dual
Mon, 30 Mar 2009
The new TCS II series is a complete range of installation products ranging from a large-format dual 18” subwoofer and two single 15” arrayable subs, through 12” and 15” active/passive two-way mid-highs to an ultra-compact 6.5” passive model. Turbosound has also developed a high power three-way switchable bi-amp/tri-amp loudspeaker to provide contractors with a full complement of solutions, rounded out with a high quality ceiling speaker for background music applications.
Directly benefiting from the development work that led to the success of the FlexArray line array/virtual point source speaker system, TCS series’ Dendritic waveguides deliver improved arrayability and endless cluster possibilities together with true Turbosound voicing. The well-proven Converging Elliptical waveguide also features in the range, with the smooth and even dispersion characteristics that are ideal for smaller clubs, cafés and restaurants.
The TCS II series provides a vast array of useful options – including IP54 weather-resistance, and a choice of custom colors above and beyond the standard black or white textured paint. In addition, the TCS-122 and TCS-152 are offered with a choice of factory-supplied horn dispersion patterns: 90°h x 60°v, 60°h x 40°v, and 90°h x 40°v, contributing to the range’s considerable versatility. The high frequency horns in all mid-high cabinets are conveniently rotatable in order to achieve accurate coverage of any venue.
Digitally self-powered options are also available – with full network capability - to allow the creation of highly controllable loudspeaker networks easily adaptable to multiple zones and performance requirements. The lightweight Class D amplifiers feature 96kHz DSP for pristine sound quality, together with full remote control and fault logging using TurboDrive software to ensure consistent and reliable operation.
All of the TCS II cabinets (apart from the double 18” sub) feature a double-trapezoidal shape that results in neater-looking tight-packed flown clusters, and there are two single 15” bass cabinets configured to fly tidily and conveniently with either 12” or 15” based mid/highs. Multiple integral rigging points, supported by internal steel flying strips, are provided on each cabinet to allow for a wide range of rigging possibilities. Simple external rigging hardware enables the creation of modular loudspeaker clusters with a wide range of coverage possibilities.
Performance of the TCS series is backed up by independently measured and accredited EASE data to ensure accurate and predictable results in all types of venue.
Here is a summary of the new TCS models with their important features:
TCS-61
Ultra-compact passive 6.5" two-way with rotatable 100°h x 60°v dispersion
TCS-122(DP)
Switchable biamp/passive full range 12" two-way with 90°h x 60°v, 60°h x 40°v or 90°h x 40°v rotatable horn options on a Dendritic waveguide. Available in self-powered format
TCS-152(DP)
Switchable biamp/passive full range 15" two-way with 90°h x 60°v, 60°h x 40°v or 90°h x 40°v rotatable horn options on a Dendritic waveguide. Available in self-powered format
TCS-1561(DP)
Switchable bi-amp/tri-amp full range 15" three-way with rotatable 70°h x 40°v dispersion. Available in self-powered format
TCS-B15A(DP)
Reflex-loaded 15" bass cabinet designed to array with TCS-122 models. Available in self-powered format
TCS-B15B(DP)
Reflex-loaded 15" bass cabinet designed to array with TCS-152 models. Available in self-powered format
TCS-B218(DP)
Reflex-loaded 2x18" subwoofer designed for ground stacking. Available in self-powered format
As well as simple brackets and eyebolt points, a wide range of flying options are also available:
