Wharfedale PRO – TITAN AX12, Portable Lightweight 12″ Active PA Speaker

Portable, lightweight and durable the Titan AX12 is one of THE most versatile loudspeakers.

The all-new AX12 active loudspeaker now features our cutting edge 6-position DSP engine and all-new HF and LF drivers. No other competitive model features such powerful and effective DSP or such advanced transducers. Rated at 600 watts peak and with 128dB Max SPL, it’s an ideal solution for small to medium sized venues. We have also tweaked the laminar rib cabinet structure to improve structural strength for durability and acoustic performance. TITAN AX12 raises the bar for portable PA and is built to last.

Key Features
300 watts programme / 600 watts peak
New HF Drivers have been honed acoustically for high-frequency detail and power
New 2.5″ voice coil LF Drivers reject moisture for resistance in all environments
New Proprietary 100° x 80° Hybrid Symmetry Horn design
New category leading DSP functions
128dB Max SPL
New tweaked laminar rib structure
Integral mixer functions
Class D Bi-amplified
Tough, yet lightweight Dynamic Polypropylene cabinet with rubber padded handles
10 x M8 rigging points and integral tripod stand adapter
Rugged protective grille and top-stacking receptacles
Trapezoid design for arrays as well as stage monitor applications
Titan Tourbags available

IRIS X Driver Technologies
The coil size and electrical sensitivity of a loudspeaker transducer is critical to its performance. Titan AX loudspeakers now include our proprietary IRIS X design which delivers Increased coil Radius and Increased electrical Sensitivity. The radius of the coil ensures smooth heat dissipation during prolonged high volume use, while the increased electrical sensitivity ensures that the transducer converts as much electrical power into sound output as the laws of physics allow. A hot transducer wastes energy, risks damage and distorts. IRIS X reduces this through improved heat dissipation and improved efficiency. In real-world terms, IRIS X transducers deliver higher SPL with less distortion. They lead the market with specifications and are designed and built entirely within Wharfedale Pro. Increased Radius Increased Sensitivity

The DSP
The new DSP engine provides sophisticated internal loudspeaker management functions. These include limiting, compression, signal delay, dynamic boost, dynamic cut, crossover control and parametric EQ. Micro adjustments within each parameter ensure sonic clarity over the full frequency range. We’ve optimised these DSP parameters to create 6 user-friendly settings including Monitor, Speech, Bass, Punch and an exclusive mode called “Live”. This Live mode applies different DSP settings to each of the 2 inputs – perfect for solo entertainers using a mic and a line level source.

Convenient Mixer Control
For convenience TITAN AX12 features a versatile two channel mixer on the rear panel. The first channel of this mixer allows users to toggle between microphone and line level inputs. A balanced XLR output provides an option to send the mix back to additional mixers, monitors or speakers.

The Hardware
The HF has been completely re-evaluated for both coverage and sound quality ensuring a much smoother sound, especially at high output. The all-new 12″ LF driver has improved moisture rejection characteristics which allows for installations into hostile environments. The laminar rib cabinet structure has also been tweaked to improve structural strength for durability and acoustic performance. A new proprietary 100° x 80° Hybrid Symmetry Horn has been designed to deliver improved coverage and smoother dispersion. TITAN AX12 raises the bar for portable PA and is built to last.

The Power
AX12 is a bi-amplified loudspeaker. Wharfedale Pro engineers have painstakingly created two discrete power amplifiers which are perfectly matched for the HF and LF transducers. Using Class D topology these amplifiers not only deliver the continuous power to please the crowd but they also handle the transients which ensures an impressive dynamic range.

The Fittings
On the bottom of the TITAN AX12 is a convenient built in pole mount socket that is used for easy mounting on a standard 35mm diameter speaker stand pole. Cord wrap and cable anchor features are also moulded into the enclosure. M6/M8 threaded rigging points are provided for a variety of safe flying configurations with four of these inserts available, bottom-mounted, in an OmniMount® bracket footprint.

Specifications
Model Name TITAN AX12
System Type Active 12″ 2-way Bi-amplified
Frequency Response (+/-3dB) 55Hz-20kHz
Frequency Range (-10dB) 50Hz-20kHz
Calculated Max SPL @ 1m 128dB
Transducers
Low Frequency Transducer
Size (mm / inches) 305mm / 12″
Coil Size (mm / inches) 64.26mm / 2.5″
High Frequency Transducer
Type Compression Driver
Coil size (mm / inches) 44mm / 1.75″
Exit size (mm / inches) 25mm / 1″
Diaphragm Material Titanium
Nominal coverage (H * V) Hybrid Symmetry Horn 100° * 80°
Electronics
Amplifiers
Power amp LF RMS/Peak Watts 250 / 500w (Class D)
Power amp HF RMS/Peak Watts 50 / 100w (Class D)
Controls – EQ Note – EQ changed by DSP knob
DSP Advanced user selectable presets. 1:FLAT 2:MONITOR 3:SPEECH 4:BASS 5:PUNCH 6:LIVE
Hi Pass switch 90Hz
Amplifier Protection Yes
Thermal Protection Yes
Low line voltage shut down 60% Nominal line voltage
Driver Protection Independant LF and HF limiters
DC Protection Yes
Short Protection Yes
Clip Limiter Turns on ~250w output
Limiter indicator Red LED
Power indicator Green LED
Connectors
Inputs
Input type Switchable balanced mic or line level (Chan 1)
Input connector 2 * XLR & 2 * 1/4″ jack (Chan 1 Line/MIC)
Line Output
Line output connector Switchable LOOP/MIX Balanced Female XLR
AC Power
Power Supply SMPS
AC Power options AC100-120V/220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power on indicator Rear LED
Hardware
Rigging / Bracket / Mounting Options 10 M8 threaded inserts including 4 M8 threaded inserts on bottom in OmniMount 30.0-type footprint
35mm receptacle with lock screw
2 carry handles (one on each side)
Optional wall-mount bracket
LED Horn lighting (On/Off switch) Yes
Enclosure
Enclosure Material and finish Injection Moulded Polypropylene
Colour options Black / White
Grille Material & Finish 1.2mm steel
Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions – Unpacked
Height 582.7mm / 22.9″
Width Front 384.6mm / 15.1″
Width Rear 384.6mm / 15.1″
Depth 318.6mm / 12.5″
Dimensions – Packed
Height 663mm / 26.1″
Width Front 435mm / 17.1″
Width Rear 435mm / 17.1″
Depth 408mm / 16.1″
Net Weight (kg / lbs) 12.4kg / 27.28lbs
Gross Weight (kg / lbs) 15.5kg / 34.1lbs

What’s in the box
Wharfedale Titan-AX12
Power Cable
Owners Guide