Is Line Array always the answer?

3 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE A LINE ARRAY SYSTEM

1. A line array system is excellent for covering long distances with sound. This design allows for more consistent loudness and tonal balance both close to the stage and at greater distances.

• This is achievable because the system consists of multiple modules, each precisely targeting sound at different audience sectors (see the drawing below). In a nutshell a line array system, the sound wave propagates in a focused manner, expanding only in one plane. This design allows for more even and reliable sound coverage across the amplified space. In contrast, point source systems propagate sound spherically, with the wavefront expanding in both planes, causing sound energy to disperse more quickly over distance.
• Due to the physical construction of point source speakers (lack of wave focusing), it is impossible to achieve tonally balanced long-distance coverage, which is more easily attainable with line array modules, provided the equipment is correctly positioned.

2. As a rental or sound reinforcement company You will have a wide range of system expansion options.

• Traditional speaker modules, such as point source satellites, are great for playing up to 10 meters indoors and up to 20 meters outdoors. Often, they are the best choice due to their simplicity of installation and directional characteristics. However...
• If you are considering growth and handling larger events, it is worth investing in a line array system. With small line array modules, like those in the Duke Starter set, you can easily manage small events (e.g., sound a hall, even a challenging one) and likely achieve better results than using a point source-based system.
• Expanding the line array system to Duke MAX allows you to sound a small outdoor event (up to 1000 people). If necessary, you can buy or rent additional sets from the rental network (area dependable), giving you the capability to power an event with several thousand attendees, which would be impossible with point source systems. (If you are planning larger events from the start, we recommend larger solutions like Baron and MD amp-racks amplification. Consult Your plans with You local FAVO Representative.)
• This will help you avoid situations where a standard set turns out to be too weak and cannot be expanded. In such cases, you would have no choice but to buy a complete and expanded line array system. Therefore, if you know you will be growing, opt for a line array system in Your inventory.

3. Using a line array system for music events will likely yield superior sound quality compared to other solutions.

• Thanks to the highly effective properties of line arrays, such as the directional focusing of individual modules, you will minimize unwanted reflections from the ceiling, floor, and other obstacles.
• This significantly reduces distortions caused by the mutual cancellation and reinforcement of reflected waves with the original ones, greatly enhancing the sound quality of your production.
• In consequence provide the audience with excellent auditory experiences both close to and far from the stage.

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• An example simulation comparing the distribution of sound pressure depending on the distance from the line array system and the point source system.
• The difference is noticeable not only in area coverage (with a line array system, the loudness at a considerable distance from the stage is similar) but also in the acoustic power generated by the system at a greater distance (here is an example for 32m).
• The difference in generated power between the point source and the line array source can be up to 15 dB, even though they play at the same loudness (140 dB) at the first meter.

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