BASSBOSS AT212 MK3 3200 Watts

All about the AT212 MK3 3200 Watt

BASSBOSS AT212 MK3 3200 W - Overview by BC Helmick

Fly or Mount BASSBOSS Tops: AT212 MK3

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AT212 MK3 Technical Overview

The AT212-MK3 is a very high-output, selfpowered, internally processed, bi-amplified, 2-way, broad-range loudspeaker. The cabinet is lightweight, the setup is easy and the output is smooth with a natural, musical character. The remarkable power and efficiency of the AT212-MK3 make it ideal for providers who want to deliver high sound pressure levels but prefer not to move heavy cabinets.

Intended for use with a subwoofer system to complete a 3-way active full-range system, the AT212-MK3 has a tall, slim design that allows the HF horn to stand above crowds when the cabinet is stacked on subwoofers. The light weight of the cabinet makes stacking by one person possible. The AT212-MK3 cabinets weigh only 99 lbs.

The AT212-MK3 is a vented cabinet that features two high-efficiency 12” woofers. The woofers feature 3.5” voice coils, Neodymium magnets, cast aluminum baskets and ultralight cones. The compression driver also features a Neodymium motor structure with a 3” voice coil. It is mated to a 1.4” throat, cast aluminum horn. The horn is rotatable, providing 80 x 60 degree coverage for multiple applications including ground stack and horizontal or vertical flying.

The AT212-MK3 is the ultimate in plug and play, with universal voltage compatibility and no need for any outboard gear, other than a sound source. The built-in processing features presets that allow it to run in multiple configurations. Each preset offers advantages that suit specific applications and preferences.

Power is supplied by an amplifier that can deliver output peaks of 163V, to provide amazing dynamic resolution and impact. The fully integrated and comprehensive digital processing ensures smooth response and reliable operation thanks to meticulous filter alignments and five-stage limiters that protect the drivers from excessive excursion, thermal overload and clipping. The amplifier features a large heat sink and 2 temperature-controlled fans to ensure consistent operation, even under the most extreme conditions.

The cones are waterproofed to protect them from accidental exposure to moisture such as rain or spilled beverages. Weather resistant, IP65 rated power connectors, an internally sealed input section and waterproof-treated cones are provided to allow operation where rain might be encountered.

The cabinet is built from 18mm and 15mm Birch plywood. It features an 18mm baffle and 18mm top and bottom, with 15mm sides, port walls and braces, all assembled with dado joinery. The cabinet includes 4 steel bar-handles, 4 internally braced steel M10 fly points and a 35mm (1-3/8”) cast metal pole socket.

Although the AT212 cabinet is equipped with a 35mm steel pole socket, DO NOT use this speaker on a tripod or extension pole. This socket is to be used with a special, short section of pole to prevent it from moving once stacked on a subwoofer.

The MK3 features an all-new DSP. The comprehensive suite of processing includes multiple presets, each including multiple protection systems and limiters to prevent driver overload in as many ways as possible, including thermal, excursion and clipping. There are five levels of protection that actively prevent overheating of the voice coil, minimize long-term thermal compression and limit excursion. Because they operate in 5 different modes, the limiters are sophisticated enough to have a largely unnoticeable effect on the transient response and allow the subwoofer to deliver peak output safely.

Each preset has a specific high-pass filter frequency and alignment filters that ensure it’s output is always phase coherent with any BASSBOSS sub. No matter which preset you choose, your BASSBOSS subs and tops will always play in harmony.

The full-range mode, Preset 1, provides response down to 50Hz (-3dB). Each successive preset filters the lows out at higher frequencies. As low-frequency demand is reduced, higher sound levels can be achieved, allowing the AT212-MK3 to be used above multiple subwoofers.

Not including Cardioid, there are up to 56 possible combinations when MK3 tops are used with MK3 subs, but don’t worry, all are compatible. You can’t choose a “wrong” preset, you simply choose the combination you like best.

The new DSP features an Ethernet interface. This can be used to control the cabinets from a computer or to load the ControlBASS software settings updates. The Ethernet connectivity in conjunction with the DSP board allows signal to be sent via Milan AVB. Future settings updates will provide access to this feature.

Within the software, multiple cabinets can be grouped together, allowing them to respond to commands simultaneously.

This permits the levels of groups of loudspeakers to be adjusted together, and yet independently from the levels of other groups of loudspeakers. In addition to individual and grouped level controls, presets can be loaded and signal levels and temperatures can be monitored. Each cabinet includes a two-port switch, so multiple cabinets can be chained on the same data cable.

The MK3 DSP features storage capacity of up to 100 presets, eight of which can be accessed at the touch of a button with no need for a connected computer. The eight directly accessible presets are compatible with all the presets in the MK3

Top Boxes and are also compatible with previous generation tops and subs.

Physical

Loudspeaker Description: 2-way Double 12” Self-powered Vented Direct-radiating Full-range with rotatable 80 x 60 degree Constant Directivity Horn
Frequency Response (±3 dB): 50 – 18,000Hz
Max Sustained Output: 136 dB 1m (full-space)
Maximum Measured Output: 142 dB 1m (full-space)
Nominal Dispersion (H° x V°): 80 x 60 (Rotatable)

Electrical

Amplification: 3200 W Class D, 2 channel; 2400W LF - 800W HF
Processing: Integrated comprehensive DSP. 96kHz sampling rate with 8 pushbutton presets. All presets include high pass filters, low pass filters, phase alignment, equalization and multi-stage limiting. Storage capacity for up to 100 presets
Electrical Connectors, Amp: Neutrik powerCON True 1 TOP - IP65 rated waterproof connectors
Electrical Connector, Mains: USA 3-pin grounding 120V electrical plug NEMA 5-15; Outside USA alternate connectors provided
Voltage Operating Range: 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz (Auto-sensing, auto switching universal supply)
Current Draw, Nominal: 120V 4.6A (nominal); 240V 2.3A (nominal)
Display: LEDs for Power on/ready, Signal, -12dB, -6dB, limiter active, Thermal, Protect and LAN link active. Eight LEDs indicating selected preset
Signal Input Connector: XLR-F
Signal Output Connector: XLR-M pass-through
LAN Connectors: EtherCON RJ45 (x2) with 2-port Ethernet switch

Physical

Enclosure Type: 2-way, Active, Broad Range. Direct radiating vented LF section, horn-loaded HF section
Transducer, LF: 2 x 12 in. diameter (300mm) neodymium motor woofer with 3.5 in. (88mm) voice coils, waterproof cone
Transducer, HF: 1 x 3 in. (76mm) diameter diaphragm compression driver with 1.4” (35mm) exit mounted to 80 by 60 degree constant directivity horn
Cabinet Construction: CNC machined 18 and 15mm Birch plywood with extensive bracing and dado joinery. 4 x M10 fly-points. 4 x steel bar handles. 1 x 35mm steel pole socket
Suspension System: 4 x internally braced M10 threaded mounting points
Grille: Perforated, powder-coated stee
Dimensions (HxWxD): 47.75 in. x 14.3 in. x 17.75 in. with 5.3 in. wide rear
Net Weight: 99 lbs. (45 kg)
Shipping Weight: 109 lbs. (50 kg)
Exterior Finish: Rugged, waterproof, high-pressure bonded polyurea coating textured black

Optional

What’s Included: Loudspeaker, 15’ (5m) Power Cable, Manual, Warranty Card
Hardware: M10 Shoulder Eye Bolts, M10 Side-Pull anchors
Loop-through PowerCON TOP: Power jumper for chaining power between adjacent cabinets
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