This Powered PA Speaker Sets a New Standard
Packing the technology breakthroughs of Meyer Sound's line arrays into a compact powered speaker, the ULTRA-X42's ultra-efficient Class D amplifier exhibits impressive output with minimal distortion. Its innovative concentric-driver configuration unleashes outstanding linearity and transient reproduction — even at high SPLs — while its rotatable 70-degree x 50-degree Constant-Q horn supplies wide, uniform coverage. ULTRA-X42 is the embodiment of simplicity, thanks to its self-powered design, while Meyer Sound's groundbreaking Galileo Extended Networking platform (GEN‑1) gives you integrated network connectivity and onboard signal processing, eliminating the need for centralized DSP units. You also get cutting-edge built-in power conditioning and real-time system monitoring. Additionally, this PA speaker includes 11 integrated M8 threaded points and a 35mm pole mount receptacle with M20 threads. Leveraging a tour-tough, multi-ply birch enclosure, the ULTRA-X42 is tailor-made for theme parks, worship venues, theater shows, lecture halls, and large-scale concerts.
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Meyer Sound's GEN-1: smarter sound systems for every stage
Meyer Sound's GEN‑1 integrates networked connectivity and onboard signal processing directly into your speaker, eliminating the need for centralized DSP units and reducing cabling, rack space, and potential failure points. AES67-compatible and optimized for Milan integration, GEN‑1 provides you with decentralized processing on par with a single Galileo GALAXY channel at each speaker. This approach transforms every enclosure in your system into an intelligent network node, offering greater scalability, faster deployment, consistent performance, and simplified reconfiguration for immersive cinema, themed entertainment, large multi‑zone installations, and other mission-critical applications. Controlled via Meyer Sound's Nebra software, GEN‑1 provides real‑time telemetry and is designed for long‑term adaptability, with support for redundant Milan AVB connectivity and integration across the company's powered loudspeaker ecosystem. Ultimately, GEN-1 reflects Meyer Sound's ongoing commitment to smarter, more flexible, and eminently scalable sound system design.
State-of-the-art Class D amplifier and cutting-edge transducers
For a PA loudspeaker with near-imperceptible distortion, look no further than the ULTRA-X42. This speaker's state-of-the-art 1950W, 3-channel Class D amplifier reproduces every sound source with out-of-this-world linearity and transparency. Onboard processing includes an electronic crossover, correction filters for phase and frequency response, and driver protection circuitry. Its innovative concentric-driver configuration is comprised of dual 8-inch cone low-frequency drivers and one 3-inch diaphragm compression driver that's connected to a tuned, rotatable 70-degree x 50-degree Constant-Q horn for wide coverage. We're impressed by the ULTRA-X42 here at Sweetwater. Theme parks, worship venues, theater shows, lecture halls, large-scale concerts — this loudspeaker tackles every application with incredible power, superior intelligibility, and ultra-low distortion.
Stress-free power-ups and easy system monitoring
The ULTRA-X42 comes equipped with Meyer Sound's cutting-edge IntelligentAC, which automatically selects the correct operating voltage, suppresses transient power spikes, filters electromagnetic interference, and provides soft-start power-ups — no external power conditioner required. This loudspeaker also permits you to monitor in real time with RMS remote monitoring via your Mac or PC.
This near-bulletproof speaker is tour-tough, rugged, and eminently roadworthy
If you're searching for a rugged, roadworthy powered loudspeaker, the Meyer Sound ULTRA-X42 checks all the right boxes. This near-bulletproof speaker includes a trapezoidal, multi-ply birch enclosure with a textured black finish, along with a powder coated, round-perforated steel grille. Weather protection and specific cosmetic options are also available. The ULTRA-X42 sports 11 integrated M8 threaded points and a 35mm pole mount receptacle with M20 threads for added stability. Optional accessories for various other rigging options are also available.
Meyer Sound ULTRA-X40 Features:
- 1950W Class D amplifier with GEN-1 module delivers full-range sound from 56Hz–19kHz
- 138dB SPL enables high peak power with near-imperceptible distortion
- Innovative concentric-driver configuration with dual 8-in. cone woofers and a 3-in. tweeter
- Rotatable 70° x 50° Constant-Q horn supplies wide, uniform coverage
- Self-powered design offers straightforward installation simplicity
- Groundbreaking GEN‑1 platform provides integrated network connectivity and onboard signal processing, eliminating the need for centralized DSP units
- Includes crossover, correction filters, and driver protection circuitry
- IntelligentAC automatically eliminates the need for an external power conditioner
- Permits you to monitor in real time with RMS remote monitoring
- Tour-tough trapezoidal, multi-ply birch enclosure with a textured black finish
- Rugged powder coated, round-perforated steel grille
- Includes 11 integrated M8 threaded points and a 35mm pole mount receptacle with M20 threads
- Tailor-made for theme parks, worship venues, theater shows, lecture halls, and large-scale concerts
