d&b audiotechnik Y10P Point-Source Loudspeaker

Description

d&b audiotechnik Y10P Point-Source Loudspeaker

The d&b audiotechnik Y-series is designed to offer flexible and highly configurable systems for use in even the most challenging sound reinforcement applications. The Y10P loudspeakers can be used for small- to medium-scale sound systems in standalone or distributed point-source solutions. It can also figure into a medium-sized line array setup. The Y10P’s mounting options are suited to touring systems.

Featuring the same internal components, but with wider dispersion characteristics than the Y7P, the compact, 2-way passive Y10P loudspeaker features two 8” drivers in a dipole arrangement with a 1.4” compression driver mounted onto a rotatable constant directivity (CD) horn. Sophisticated horn geometry combined with the advanced bass-reflex port design delivers full bandwidth capabilities with an extended LF output. These point source, high-performance cabinets offer 100° horizontal directivity controlled down to 500Hz, matched with a vertical dispersion of 40°. The horn can be rotated by 90° to enable horizontal orientation.

d&b audiotechnik Y10P—At a Glance

High-performance 2-way passive point source loudspeaker
2x 8″ drives
4″ HF compression driver mounted in a CD horn
Dispersion 110° x 40°
136dB SPL max.

d&b audiotechnik Y10P—Parsing the Details

The Y10P is a passive point-source loudspeaker. It features a dipolar speaker arrangement with two 8″ drivers centered around a 1.4″ HF compression driver mounted on a CD horn with 110° x 40° dispersion characteristics. A rotatable horn enables deployment in either orientation, whilst an innovative bass-reflex and port design gives an increased LF performance. The high-performance omnidirectional B6 and Bi6-SUB feature a single 18″ long-excursion driver, intended for ground-stacked applications only.

The Y10P provides a broad variety of deployment possibilities, especially when used as a stand-alone full-range system, or combined with other elements from the Y-Series, either ground stacked or flown. The loudspeaker cabinet is constructed from marine plywood and has an impact and weather-protected PCP (Polyurea Cabinet Protection) finish. The front of the loudspeaker cabinet is protected by a rigid metal grill backed by an acoustically transparent foam. The cabinet incorporates a pair of handles while M10 threaded inserts are provided for attaching d&b rigging hardware. Additionally, two further M10 sockets accept the 8mm load pin to expand the mounting options.

The cabinets accommodate fittings for three types of rigging devices:

A quick-lock adapter plate on one side of the cabinet that accepts the Z5397 YP Swivel bracket.
Two M10 threaded inserts on the top and bottom panels each to accept the Z5399 YP Mounting bracket.
Two additional combined sockets [A], one in the top panel and one at the center rear of the cabinet that accept either:
- The Q9032 Safety eye bolt M10 to apply a secondary safety device
- The Z5049 Flying pin 8 mm to support single cabinets or to secure the aiming of an array

HFA circuit

In HFA mode (High-Frequency Attenuation), the HF response of the system is rolled off. HFA provides a natural, balanced frequency response when a unit is placed close to listeners in a near field or delayed use. High-Frequency Attenuation begins gradually at 1kHz, dropping by approximately 3dB at 10kHz. This roll-off mimics the decline in frequency response experienced when listening to a system from a distance in a typically reverberant room or auditorium.

CPL function

The CPL (Coupling) function compensates for coupling effects between the cabinet and close boundary surfaces or when the cabinet is used as a stage monitor. CPL begins gradually around 1kHz, with the maximum attenuation below 400Hz. To achieve a balanced frequency response, the CPL function can be set to dB attenuation values between 0 and –9. Positive CPL values create an adjustable low-frequency boost (0 to +5dB) and can be set when the system is used in full range mode without subwoofers

Recommended d&b audiotechnik amplifiers

The d&b D80 amplifier is recommended to drive the Y10P. The d&b D20, 10D, 30D, and D6 can also be used.

Y10P applications:

Musical productions
Touring and concerts
Performing arts
Conferences
Religious events
Live shows

Architectural specifications for detailed project planning

If you require architectural specifications for a d&b system or a specific d&b Series, you can find the most important technical specifications ready for download on the d&b audiotechnik website.