JBL Professional have announced new JBL DSi 2.0 Series cinema amplifiers, offering class-leading power output, state-of-the-art DSP and advanced networking capabilities for the entire range of JBL cinema loudspeakers

The DSi 2.0 amplifier family, JBL’s first line of dedicated cinema amplifiers, builds on Crown’s DSI Digital Screen Array amplifier technology and integrates best-in-class CDi DriveCore DSP to deliver potent, cost-effective amplification and audio networking capabilities for JBL’s entire range of cinema loudspeakers. Choose from three power configurations, available in analogue and analogue-plus-digital “D” versions featuring Dante/AES67 connectivity. The “D” models allow direct and simple interface with Dolby ATMOS Connect and AES67 / Dante compatible devices without the need for additional processors.

With class-leading 96 kHz/32-bit floating-point DSP, DSi 2.0 Series amplifiers offer an array of versatile signal processors, including parametric EQ, FIR processing, LevelMAX™ limiting and more. Crown’s proprietary DriveCore technology eliminates hundreds of components within each DSi Series amplifier, reducing the variability of component values to deliver greater efficiency, reliability and performance. Built-in presets for JBL cinema speaker tunings manage voltage levels, crossover settings and more, maximising system efficiency and optimising audio fidelity.

Analogue-plus-digital DSi 2.0 Series amplifiers offer AES67 connectivity, which enables networked audio distribution from any AES67 or DANTE-compatible device and direct interfacing with Dolby ATMOS Connect without the need for additional processing hardware, further simplifying system configuration while also presenting significant cost efficiencies.

Dual network audio ports allow for primary and secondary networks configured as switched (daisy chain) or redundant (star) topologies. Analogue-plus-digital DSi 2.0 Series amps also feature SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) connectivity for interfacing with third-party theatre-management systems and Cinema Control (NOC) systems for remote status and fault monitoring. A HiQnet port provides access to HARMAN Audio Architect software, for controlling, configuring and monitoring amplifier operation through a standard TCP/IQ network.

JBL DSi 2.0 Series Cinema Amplifiers complements the range of JBL Professional cinema solutions available including the new JBL CPi2000 Cinema Processor and JBL 200 Series Compact Cinema Loudspeakers.

Models

The DSi 2.0 Series consists of six amplifier models, ideal for cinemas, theatres and premium large-format rooms.

• DSI2-LA4: 1,200 Watts at 8 Ohms
• DSI2-LA4-D: 1,200 Watts at 8 Ohms, Dante/AES67, Dolby ATMOS Compatible
• DSI2-MA4: 700 Watts at 8 Ohms
• DSI2-MA4-D: 700 Watts at 8 Ohms, Dante/AES67, Dolby ATMOS Compatible
• DSI2-SA4: 350 Watts at 8 Ohms
• DSI2-SA4-D: 350 Watts at 8 Ohms, Dante/AES67, Dolby ATMOS Compatible

All models are optimised for 4 ohm and 2 ohm loads both in stereo and bridged modes.

Availability

JBL Professional Cinema products are supported and distributed in NZ by JPRO.

JBL DSi 2.0 Series cinema amplifiers are now available through special order. Should you require any assistance and design support regarding your cinema project, please make use of the contact button below.

The VTX A8 is a compact line array system available in installed and tour formats for small to medium sized venues. VTX A8 and its bigger brother VTX A12 have impressed this year during NZ’s Summer Festivals – being used extensively with touring artists and music festivals such as Toto, UB40, Slayer, KORA, Sound Splash and The Hollies.

The demo took place at the newly rebuilt Christchurch Town Hall in the exquisite James Hay Theatre.

“It’s fantastic that we are able to use venues such as the James Hay Theatre to allow audiences to get a first-hand impression of the JBL VTX A8,” comments JPRO’s Tour Sound Manager Tim Robertson. “This is a new sound from JBL and it is important for people to experience the transparent, smooth sound for themselves. I enjoyed watching everyone’s response when the system is run in full range – we had jaws dropping when we told our guests that we were not running the subs.”

“The response at James Hay from the industry has truly been overwhelming and we would like to thank everyone for attending,” says Andrew Sorrill, Customer Support and Marketing at JPRO. “We would like to get as many industry professionals in New Zealand as possible to experience the system for themselves. If you have not recently heard the new JBL VTX A Series, I encourage you to get in front of a system – please contact us and we will arrange for you to hear one.”

Designed from the ground up, the JBL VTX A12 is a dual 12″ three-way line array element that has been purpose built for mid to large size touring applications and high-end fixed installations.

Guests were introduced to the theory behind the technologies of the A12 before being allowed hands-on demonstrations of the system.

“We wanted our guests to understand the philosophy behind the technology of the VTX A12 and then to experience first-hand the innovative new features such as the ease of set up due to the redesigned rigging system,” says JPRO Tour Sound Manager Tim Robertson. “We then gave each person the opportunity to conduct their own listening tests on the system.”

“There has been fantastic interest with the VTX A12 locally and our aim is to have it added to technical riders in the New Zealand market,” concludes JPRO’ Tim Robertson. “The VTX A12 has appeared at numerous festivals in the US, while JBL VTX line array systems have been used by a number of International artists such as Pitbull, Demi Lovato, Enrique Iglesius, Neil Diamond, Linkin Park, Kesha, DJ Zedd and Lenny Kravitz. VTX-A12 will be added to technical riders when the system becomes fully available after the promotional tours.”

Click on the logo’s below to purchase from these participating New Zealand resellers. Use our to demo button if you wish to request a demo of a JBL product before you buy. JBL Professional is distributed in NZ through JPRO. Providing on-the-ground, NZ based local support, with an unmatched 7 Year Warranty.

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