Enjoy studio-monitor quality sound from a PA speaker with the Turbosound iQ8, a powered two-way loudspeaker ideally suited for a wide range of portable and fixed installation including music and speech sound reinforcement applications.
A 2500W amplifier drives the 8" low-frequency driver and high-temperature 1" compression driver, which combine for a frequency response of 60 Hz to 18 kHz (±3 dB) and a maximum SPL of 128 dB. The iQ8 features Spatial Contour Control (SCC) DSP, which allows you to easily optimize the speaker's frequency response for the physical speaker placement. Two input channels can be switched between mic and line level with dedicated XLR Thru outputs. The Mix XLR output combines the signal from both input channels. A powerCON power cord is included.
At a Glance
- 2-way full range loudspeaker for portable PA and installation applications
- 2500W power featuring Klark Teknik Class-D technology
- Klark Teknik Digital Signal Processing for total system control
- Speaker modeling includes accurate models of industry standard speakers
- SCC (Spatial Contour Control) compensates frequency response in relation to physical speaker placement
- ULTRANET digital audio networking connects to mixers and other sources
- 8" low-frequency driver with low-mass voice coil for improved transient response
- High-temperature 1" compression driver with copper-clad aluminum voice coil for extended high-frequency reproduction
- Full-featured user interface with LCD display for ease of navigation
- PC remote-control software (free download from Turbosound website)
- Lightweight fiberglass reinforced composite enclosure
- Rugged powder coated perforated steel-mesh grille
- Dual-angle pole mount for accurate audience coverage
- Multiple internal rigging points for installation applications
- Mains input and link output on Neutrik powerCON connectors
Klark Teknik Amplifier and DSP
- Equipped with a very efficient and lightweight two-channel Klark Teknik Class-D power amplifier, the iQ8 provides an impressive 2500W of output power.
- A high degree of control over the loudspeaker system’s performance is managed by a sophisticated, but easy to use Klark Teknik Digital Signal Processor (DSP), which provides dynamic EQ for a remarkable full-range response at low volume levels, transparent limiting for the utmost clarity at high output levels, and long-term reliability.
- iQ8’s advanced DSP speaker modeling presets include detailed and accurate models of some of the audio industry’s most respected loudspeakers.
Spatial Contour Control (SCC)
Klark Teknik developed a highly versatile Spatial Contour Control (SCC) DSP function, which allows the user to easily optimize the iQ8's frequency response for physical speaker placement. This advanced functionality provides frequency compensation for stand, floor, wall, or ceiling placement, much like the adjustments commonly found on studio reference monitors.
Rear-Panel Connections and Control
On the rear-panel amplifier module, you will find a full-featured user interface consisting of an LCD display, Channel A and B gain controls, and a single rotary encoder for intuitive access to level, EQ, speaker modeling, SCC, subwoofer integration, and Feedback Control (FBI). In addition to the two combination balanced XLR/jack inputs, balanced XLR outputs for each of the two independent channels, and a Mix Out XLR connector, the iQ8 features a mic/line switch and level control with signal present LED on each channel.
ULTRANET
ULTRANET technology allows the use of Cat 5 cables for transmitting pristine multichannel audio signals and other information between ULTRANET-enabled products such as digital mixers, powered loudspeakers, and personal monitoring systems. This digital distribution networking not only eliminates the potential for RFI and crosstalk so common to analog methods, but also significantly reduces the setup or installation time required. An onboard USB port provides access for remote control of the iQ8 via PC computer, and DSP and speaker-modeling firmware updates.
Tour-Ready Enclosure
The lightweight fiberglass-reinforced composite enclosure is fitted with a rugged powder coated perforated steel-mesh grille and multiple internal rigging points for permanent installations. The iQ8 is fitted with a dual-angle pole mount socket, allowing the enclosure to be pole mounted straight on, or raised and angled downwards for optimal audience coverage. Mains power input and link output is provided via Neutrik powerCON connectors.