Description
ARES 8 is a compact, bi-amplified 2-way touring system, renowned for its iconic sound signature in a wide range of sound reinforcement scenarios, from live gigs to theatre and stadium shows.
AUDIOFOCUS ARES 8 meets all WST criteria and offers the full benefits of a true line array. Dual 8” drivers handle low-mid frequencies, while a 1.4’’ exit compression driver coupled to a waveguide provides smooth top end performance.
The smart ARES rigging system lets a single operator set up an 8-element system in just 10 minutes, with angles ranging from 0° to 10° with a 0.5° step. ARES 8’s lightweight construction and tough rubber handle make the system easy to handle, while magnetic pins cut out vibration.
ARES 8 is built with pride in Belgium and coated in tough, weather-resistant polyurea to safeguard your investment. The cabinet front is protected by a rigid metal grill, backed by acoustically transparent foam.
Features
- Meets all WST criteria
- 142 dB peak SPL
- 2 x 8’’ Neodymium woofers, 2’’ voice coil
- 1 x 1.4’’ Titanium compression driver, 3’’ voice coil
- Compact, lightweight cabinet
- Smart rigging system
Technical specifications
Description | 2-way bi-amplified full-range line array element |
Transducers | LF: 2 x 8’’ HF: 1×3’’ |
Frequency range (-6dB) | 70Hz-19kHz |
Nominal directivity (-6dB) | Horizontal 110°Vertical: depends on the number of elements and array curvature. |
Peak SPL (1) | 142 dB |
Processing | Dedicated AUDIOFOCUS Scio and Powersoft Armonia presets |
Rigging | 20 different inter-cabinet angle positions, from 0 to 10° |
Connectors | 2 × 4-point speakON |
Nominal Impedance | LF: 16ohm HF: 8ohm |
Watt AES/Peak | LF: 400/1600 W HF: 110/440 W |
Dimensions (Including Rigging H x W x D) | 244 x 643 x 396 mm 9.61 x 25.3 x 15.60 inches |
Weight | 27.8kg / 61.28lbs |
Finish | Highly resistant polyurea coating |
Cabinet | High grade birch plywood |
(1) Peak level measured at 1 m under free field conditions using pink noise with crest factor 5