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OctaLine 12 LA

british acoutics
12" Self-Powered Line Array
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Product at a Glance

The OctaLine 12 LA is a powerful 12 active line array loudspeaker created for professionals who need strong output, clean detail, and confident coverage in demanding live environments. Designed to deliver a focused yet immersive listening experience, it combines clarity, punch, and controlled projection in a format that works exceptionally well for concerts, events, houses of worship, and installed sound applications. Whether deployed in medium-format venues or scaled for larger productions, the OctaLine 12 LA brings together refined voicing, impressive headroom, and the flexibility to integrate seamlessly into a complete British Acoustics system with matching subwoofer support.

CRAFTSMANSHIP

Painstakingly Perfect Production

Over the years, craftsmanship has been closely linked with small scale individualistic production. Back in 1972, we started the same way. As we grew in scale & size, it was difficult to build each speaker individually, but quality control was of utmost importance as so switching to a general assembly line was simply not an option. So we wrote up a code, one quite like enigma, to ensure quality control. We selected the right partners, got the right tools, and in cases where those weren't available, we invented them. We grew slower than most as our aim was to last longer than most. 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ACOUSTICAL
SPECIFICATIONS

• Freq. Response (-3 dB) : 70 Hz - 20 kHz
• Freq. Range (-10 dB) : 55 Hz - 20 kHz
• H Dispersion : 100°
• V Dispersion : 15”
• Crossover : 1.8 kHz Active
• Max Output : 131 dB, 137 dB Peak

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

• Recommended Subwoofers : See Systems Chart for compatible subwoofers
• Recommended System Control : Delta 98 FIR, Delta 48, PW 6 or built-in control for smaller set-ups

LF TRANSDUCER

• 12" Low frequency driver
• 500W AES, 2000W Peak
• 2.5" Voice Coil - Ferrite Magnet
• Enhanced ventilation due to optimized heat paths

HF TRANSDUCER

• 1.4” Exit HF Compression Driver
• 50W AES, 200W Peak

AMPLIFIER & DSP
SPECIFICATIONS

• 2000W - Multi Channel Class-D Amplifier
• M1 Power Factor Correction Module
• Enhanced Amplifier efficiency
• 3-Stage System protection process
• DSP-controlled input section with 3 selectable presets
• 24-Bit Built-In DSP for Superior voicing
• 1x TRS Jack mic input, 1 x XLR line input, 1 x XLR line output & 1 x Bluetooth input
• 2 x 16A PowerCon Connectors, Input & Thru

HOUSING

• Marine Birchply Enclosure
• Granular Scratch Free Polyurea Paint
• Perforated Black, Pressed Steel Grills
• Integrated Handles on Either Side

OPERATING PARAMETERS

• Operating positions: Flown or Ground stacked with the correct Array Frame or Accessory
• Maximum permitted ambient temperature (Ta max) 40° C (104° F)
• Minimum permitted ambient temperature (Ta min): 4° C (39.2° F)

IP SPECIFICATIONS

• IP 43 - Standard protection against dust & splashes

AESTHETIC
SPECIFICATIONS

• British Acoustics Signature Umber Brown
Tone
• Non Reflective, Matte Black Grills
• Available in a RAL code of your choice (24
nos, minimum)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• See system chart for the System Accessories

SIZE

• Product : 395x 620 x 425 mm (H x W x D)
• Product : 15.5 x 24.4 x 16.7 inch (H x W x D)
• Net Weight - 26 Kgs / 57.3 Lbs
• Packed individually

WEIGHT

• Net : 33.5 Kgs
• Net : 73.8 Lbs

SHIPPING INFORMATION

• Carton Size
507 x 747x 530mm (H x W x D)
19.25 x 29.4x 20.8 inch (H x W x D)
• Gross Weight - 38 Kgs / 83.7 Lbs
• Packed : Individually

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Datasheet OctaLine 12 LA

Datasheet OctaLine 12 LA

Datasheet OctaLine 12 LA

Datasheet OctaLine 12 LA

Datasheet OctaLine 12 LA

ACCESSORIES

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