Product Description

PreSonus AIR12 2-Way 12" 1200W Active Loudspeaker

The best of two worlds.

Each type of power amplifier has advantages and disadvantages. By employing different amplifier types for each driver, AIR12 loudspeakers use the respective strengths of Class D and Class A/B amplifiers to provide optimal response throughout the speaker’s frequency range. A 500W (continuous), Class D amplifier powers the 12-inch low-frequency driver, providing efficient, clean power for gut-shaking low end when you need it. A 200W (continuous), Class AB amplifier powers the 1.35-inch high-frequency driver, delivering a natural sounding, "AIR-y" high end. The combination can deliver up to 123 dB SPL of sweet, clear sound between 51 Hz and 20 kHz.

Fast and easy customization.

The AIR12 loudspeaker is equipped with an easy-to-use signal processor that makes it simple to customize your loudspeakers with the push of a button. Presets customize the AIR12’s response for use as front-of-house mains; as monitor wedges; for music playback (e.g., for DJs); for enhanced low end and a warmer sound; and for improved speech intelligibility. Treble and bass controls let you boost or cut by 10 dB to compensate for room anomalies. Location presets let you optimize performance for stand and bracket mounting as well as flown installations. 

Versatile mounting for a variety of applications.

The AIR12’s molded plastic cabinet can be mounted in several ways, providing tremendous versatility. The multi-angle enclosure sports nonskid rubber feet on the bottom for upright front-of-house use and nonskid rubber feet on one side for stage monitor applications. Rig the speaker using M10 fly points or ground-stack it for portable applications. Mount it on a tripod or atop an AIR-series subwoofer using an optional sub pole. The integrated dual-position pole mount lets you aim the speaker level or at a 7.5˚ downward tilt.

You’ll be floored.

If you place a loudspeaker against a hard surface such as a wall or floor, the low frequencies emitted from the rear of the enclosure propagate back into the room. This effect, called “half-space loading,” can increase the output of bass frequencies by as much as 6 dB, and it is an unavoidable issue with floor monitors. Most PA speakers in this class simply roll off excess low frequencies with a highpass filter—a half-baked compensation for half-space loading. In contrast, AIR-series full-range loudspeakers offer a Monitor preset that uses DSP to retune the speaker to both compensate for bass buildup and maintain a tight mid-bass response, while suppressing problematic frequencies to reduce feedback.

Flexible inputs.

AIR-series full-range loudspeakers offer a choice of inputs so you can use them with a variety of sources. You get two combo XLR mic/TRS line inputs, each with a Class A microphone preamplifier and independent gain control. A stereo 1/8-inch connection admits signals from smartphones, tablets, and other consumer audio devices. These signals can be combined with the AIR12’s internal mixer, and a balanced XLR Mix output lets you send pass the signals to other AIR-series loudspeakers.

Six-year warranty lets you rest easy.

When you choose ULT or AIR loudspeakers, you choose confidence. Rest assured that your new PreSonus speakers are in it for the long haul. We take our build quality seriously, and if anything goes wrong with them in your first six years of ownership (assuming you don't throw them in a swamp or anything like that) the repair or replacement is on us.

Main Components

• Hybrid “best of both worlds” 1,200W (dynamic) power amp configuration:
  • Low-frequency driver: 900W, Class D amplifier
  • High-frequency driver: 300W, Class A/B amplifier
  • Maximum SPL 123 dB peak
• 1.35-inch, high-frequency compression driver
• 12-inch woofer with a 2.5-inch voice coil
• 51 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
• 123 dB SPL (max)
• 90° x 60° (horizontal x vertical) dispersion pattern
• Onboard mixer with two combo XLR and ¼” inputs and one summed balanced output

Controls

• Easy-to-use DSP performance presets:
  • DJ — music playback
  • FOH — normal front-of-house o Enhance – enhanced low end for a warmer sound
  • Monitor — optimized for floor wedge placement
  • Speech — applications where speech intelligibility is critical
• EQ
  • HF response ±10 dB
  • LF response ±10 dB
• Additional presets and controls:
  • Stand — for mounting on a pole or tripod
  • Bracket — for wall-mount applications
  • Suspend — for suspended applications

Convenience Features

• Multi-angle enclosure for mains or monitor-wedge applications
• Comfortable ergonomic handle
• 35 mm pole socket with 7.5˚ downward tilt
• M10 rigging points for suspended installation
• Defeatable front-panel LED
• Rugged plastic enclosure
• Tour-grade, 1.2 mm steel grille