DAS Audio

DAS Audio ACTION-508A Two-Way 8" 720W Powered Portable PA Speaker with DSP Processor

$885.00
ACTION-508A
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ACTION-508A
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Product description

DAS Action-508A Action 500 Series 8" Active Two-Way Full-Range Studio Monitor Speaker

 
An unparalleled choice when compact size and weight matter, ACTION-508A is a passive system designed to deliver a highly versatile solution, from fixed installations to the popular portable PA application. And its rotatable horn with 90º x 60º dispersion means the enclosure can be used horizontally in a fixed installation, as a stage monitor or even as front fill. 

As part of our company culture, all our systems are developed under a single philosophy: to deliver the highest possible quality in terms of both materials and overall system design. In the ACTION-500 series we use the same birch plywood as our touring systems for a tight, natural warm sound found nowhere else on the market. The series’ full range of active tops is complete with two balanced XLR inputs for mic and line, an additional 3.5 mm mini jack input, and a powerCON connection. 

The 720 Wpeak Class D amplifier together with a new 8” transducer (8GV) and the MI-34 compression driver (1.5 cm diameter) deliver outstanding efficiency, both in terms of power consumption and audio power (122 dB SPL). The DAScontrol™ interface uses a high-range 24-bit DSP and rear LCD screen to enable the selection of presets, EQ modes, delay, gain control and signal source mix.

Features

Active biamp system
Dual-channel 720 Wpeak Class D amplifier
Birch wood plywood enclosure
Durable ISO-flex paint 
DAScontrol™ interface for easy setup and adjustment
DSP with presets and LCD screen

Applications

Live sound reinforcement
Bands, DJ´s and performers
Speech and vocals
Music playback in entertainment
A/V, conferences and presentations

The 8" D.A.S. Audio ACTION-508A is a 720W powered PA speaker that’s portable, versatile, and simple to use. It can function as a main PA in a wide variety of positions, with a pair able to cover an audience up to 300. The onboard DSP processing, 3-input mixer, and LCD interface with easy-to-use presets help working presenters, musicians, instructors, performers, and A/V providers get powerful, clean, and clear sound quickly.

The speaker provides 90 x 60° coverage and 122 dB of peak SPL—plenty of volume for smaller venues including houses of worship, conference centers, performance spaces, and meeting rooms. The highly efficient 720W Class-D bi-amplifier powers the 1.4" titanium compression driver and 8” woofer, providing crisp, detailed sound with a wide frequency range from 20 kHz down to 65 Hz.

Three inputs are on the back. Inputs 1 and 2 feature combo XLR-1/4" connectors and offer compatibility with microphone and line sources. The Aux input features a stereo 3.5mm TRS auxiliary input for connecting portable audio devices including phones and MP3 players.

Individual gain controls on the inputs 1 and 2 allow the speaker to function as a 3-channel mixer (Aux input levels are also controlled by input 1's gain control). Combine two microphones for presentations or combine a mic, instrument, or backing tracks for singer/songwriter gigs. The horn-loaded compression driver is rotatable, allowing the speaker to be used in a horizontal position for stage monitoring or flown for horizontal deployment.

A single XLR Thru-Output is available for daisy-chaining to additional speakers or other audio equipment. All inputs are mixed to a mono signal internally. An output routing switch allow for the choice of Input 1, Input 2, or a Mix of both to be sent to the Thru-Output XLR connector. For a true stereo L/R operation, two 508As are needed with each to receive independent the left and right signals respectively. The ACTION-508A ships with a powerCON locking power cord. 

Display with DAScontrol DSP
  • Channel 1 & 2 input meters: provide visual confirmation of gain staging with clip notification
  • Master Output meter: provides visual confirmation of output levels with RMS metering and limit notification
  • Presets: select from a list of factory presets for your application
    • LIVE: for live sound reinforcement and vocal clarity
    • DANCE: low- and high-frequency emphasis
    • MONITOR: for most stage monitor uses, reduces excessive bass build-up on stage
  • High Pass Filter: On/Off (for use with subwoofer)
  • Delay: delays signal for aligning rear fills and similar applications
    • Metric: 0 to 9.9 m (0.1 m increments)
    • Imperial: 0 to 32.5' (3.6" increments)

Performance
 
Frequency Range (-10 dB)
65 Hz – 20 kHz
 
Horizontal Coverage (-6 dB)
90º
 
Vertical Coverage
60º
 
Maximum Peak SPL at 1 m
122 dB
 
Electronics and Connectors
 
Nominal Amplifier Power (continuous)
360 W
 
Nominal Amplifier Power (peak)
720 W
 
Input Type
Balanced
 
Input Impeadance
20 kohms
 
Input Sensitivity
1.95 V (+8 dBu)
 
Audio Signal Input Connector
2 x Female XLR
 
AUX Input
1 x 3.5 mm Mini Jack
 
Audio Signal Loop Thru Connector
1 x Male XLR
 
Control
DAScontrol™
AC Input Connector
 
powerCON NAC3MPA
Operating Range
90-127/180-250 VAC
 
Current Draw 115 V
1.6 A
 
Current Draw 230 V
0.8 A
 
Enclosure
Enclosure Construction
Birch Plywood
Enclosure Geometry
Trapezoidal
 
Rigging
M8 Rigging Points
 
Finish
ISO-flex Paint
 
Color
Black
 
Dimensions ( H x W x D )
485 x 285 x 260 mm
19,1 x 11,2 x 10,2 in
 
Net Weight
11,9 kg ( 26,2 lb )
 
Components
LF Driver
8GV
HF Driver
M-34
Horn/Waveguide
BCT-96
 
Shipping
 
Carton Dimensions ( H x W x D )
547 x 335 x 307 mm
21,5 x 13,2 x 12,1 in
 
Shipping Weight
13,4 kg ( 29,5 lb )

 

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