HK Audio Sonar 115 Sub D

HK Audio Sonar 115 Sub D - Premium Subwoofer Solution Not Just for the SONAR Series!

Compact dimensions and a powerful low-end foundation - the high-performance 15" woofer, impressive 1500 watt amplifier power, and last but not least the efficient 24-bit control create a bass experience usually expected only from large 18" subwoofers. This makes the SONAR 115 D Sub turn a tame song into a gripping rock anthem and a calm crowd into a dancing audience.

Using a subwoofer has never been easier: simply select the suitable preset via the easy-to-read display and enjoy perfect plug'n'play sound. Additionally, the SONAR 115 D Sub offers stereo inputs and outputs for fans of a space-saving 2.1 subwoofer/satellite system.

An extraordinary highlight is the cardioid function, which, when using two SONAR 115 D Subs, drastically reduces volume behind the speaker. This professional feature requires no further adjustments and can be used by anyone without complicated calculations.

The Cardioid Principle

To increase sound pressure in the bass range, a second SONAR 115 Sub D can be used. In the classic full-stack setup with two subs radiating forward, a "all-around" sound pressure increase of 3 dB is achieved. What makes the SONAR 115 Sub D special are its cardioid capabilities. Through two special presets, a cardioid setup, where the lower bass radiates backward, is possible without complex calculations or delay corrections.

For this, the lower SONAR bass is directed backward and the "Cardioid Rear" preset is selected, while the upper bass radiates forward with the "Cardioid Front" preset. Now both basses work perfectly together without needing further adjustments.

When and Why Does a Cardioid Setup Make Sense?

The cardioid principle is based on canceling the frequencies radiated backward. While mid and high frequencies can be directed, low frequencies spread spherically. This often leads to an unpleasant excess of bass on and behind the stage. It is also increasingly common for event organizers to specify exact sound distribution requirements, e.g., for festival tents and city center stages.

The SONAR 115 SUB D meets all mechanical and acoustic requirements to quickly and easily realize effective cardioid setups, with up to 34 dB reduction of bass radiated backward! This not only makes stage performance much more relaxed but also leads to better sound, as microphone pickups are no longer affected by low frequencies.

High-Quality, User-Friendly Cabinet Design

Subwoofers in this class often need to be transported and set up alone. Our developers therefore focused on making the SONAR 115 Sub D as light as possible without compromising sound and equipped it with the proven MultiGrip handles from our professional series. Additionally, the SONAR 115 Sub D is prepared for mounting transport wheels.

Best Features in Its Class

The heart of the SONAR 115 Sub D is a 24-bit DSP with illuminated LCD display, allowing precise and comfortable adjustment of parameters such as crossover frequency, phase, and delay. Remarkable is the intuitively operable, highly efficient cardioid function, previously only available on much higher-priced subwoofers. This effectively minimizes the often problematic rear bass radiation.

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