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SA1521

SPEAKER
Active 2-Way Sound
SA1521 Reinforcement Speaker System
 The SA1521 is an active 2-way sound reinforcement
speaker system designed for extreme accuracy, high out-
put, and smooth dispersion across the entire audio fre-
quency range. It integrates 500 watts of amplifier power,
active control electronics, and RCF Precision components

SA1521
into a speaker system with 100 dB sensitivity (1 watt @
1 meter). The resulting high resolution and clarity in the
critical low-mid and mid-range frequencies are unparalled
for a 15" loaded, 2-way speaker system.
 Several state of the art advancements in transducer
technology have been incorporated in the design of the
SA1521. The compression driver uses a new 1.75-inch
titanium diaphragm featuring a 3-slot, optimized geom-
etry phase plug. When coupled to the low-distortion, high- Features
output horn, the SA1521 provides uniform power response Active, High Output/Wide Dispersion
and correct phase alignment characteristics at the cross- 133 dB Peak SPL
over frequency. With the resulting 75° x 65° dispersion
Bi-amplification with 400 watts RMS low-frequency
pattern, the SA1521 provides very open, natural sound
and 100 watts RMS high-frequency power
reproduction at extreme output levels.
 A 15-inch high-efficiency RCF Precision woofer produces Wide dispersion, ultra-low distortion high-
tight, punchy bass. The woofer’s magnetic structure deliv- frequency horn
ers an exceptional amount of magnetic force and is respon- Complete electronic and component protection
sible for the system's high sensitivity and high efficiency by circuitry
providing tight control over the cone's movement. This tight RCF Precision 15-inch high efficiency, light
control over the woofer’s moving mass results in unusually mass woofer with high temperature inside/
smooth low-frequency response from 50Hz up to the mid- outside coil technology
frequency crossover point at 1300Hz.
State of the art RCF Precision 1.75-inch titanium
 The amplifier for the compression driver incorporates a compression driver with 3-slot, low distortion,
Class AB topology, renowned for its clarity, warmth, and optimized geometry phase plug
high-voltage output to generate extreme SPL levels. A
Class G design is used for the low-frequency amplifier,
Electronic equalization, time correction and
phase alignment
which features two power supplies for improved efficiency
and more output power per pound. Low Frequency Dynamic Bass Protection, RMS
 A signal panel and a power panel are located on the Limiting, Power Supply and Amplifier Thermal
amplifier assembly at the back of the cabinet, separated Protection
by a large aluminum heatsink. The signal input panel con- Professional trapezoidal enclosure design
tains XLR connectors for line-level input and loop-through Correctly weight-balanced with two comfort-
connections, a level control, and four status LEDs for able side handles for easy carrying and set up
Power ON, Signal Present, Limit, and Thermal functions.
One top and one bottom handle for easy reposi-
The power switch and IEC AC connector are located on the
tioning of speaker and built-in pole mount cup
power panel.
on bottom
 The internal processor provides complete system man-
agement of all electronic and acoustic functions. These
include an electronic active crossover, electronic phase
alignment, electronic time correction, electronic equalization,
and complete amplifier and component protection. Applications
 To ensure long-term reliability, the amplifiers are Live Applications
mounted on a massive extruded heatsink, which is convec- Playback Applications
tion cooled and dramatically extends the life expectancy of
Portable PA Systems
the heat-producing components.
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SPEAKER
SA1521 Active Speaker System
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 The SA1521 cabinet is constructed using both multi- Horn Design


layered plywood and pressure injected structural resin. The Horizontal Coverage 75° 1kHz to 6kHz avg.
combination provides a robust enclosure with useful ergo- Vertical Coverage 65° 1kHz to 6kHz avg.
nomic features. There are three-part cast aluminum handles Type Constant Directivity
on each side of the enclosure placed at the speaker’s center Mouth Size 10.6" x 10.6"
(27 x 27cm)
of gravity for easy carrying and setup. Handles are also locat-
SA1521

Throat size 1.0" (2.54 cm)


ed on the top and bottom of the cabinet for easy movement
and relocation. A built-in pole-mount cup is provided on Low Frequency Section
the bottom, and a full-size, oval punched, weather-resistant Number of Drivers 1
steel grille protects the front of the cabinet. Woofer Size 15"
Diaphragm Material Epoxy-reinforced
Cellulose
SA 1521 Specifications Magnet Type Ferrite

System Acoustic Construction Features


–3dB response 57Hz-18kHz Basic Design Trapezoidal
–10dB response 49Hz-20kHz Material 13-ply Baltic birch/ resin end caps
Directivity Factor; Q (DI) 14.4 (11.6), averaged Finish Wear-resistant black PVC vinyl
2kHz to 10kHz Handles Two on sides, One top, One bottom
System Sensitivity1 100 dB, 1W@1m Grille Perforated metal with weather-
Max SPL long-term 130 dB resistant coating
Max SPL Peak 133 dB
Line Input Power
Crossover Linkwitz-Riley, 24 dB/octave @ 1300Hz
Power Consumption 190W long term with IEC
Input /Output pink noise and limiter on
Input Bal./unbal. Female XLR US 120 VAC, 60Hz
Loop-through (parallel w/input) Bal./unbal. Male XLR Recommended amperage service 13 Amps
Level Control Rotating knob (–15 to +5 dB), Europe 230 VAC, 50Hz
center detent @ 0 dB Recommended amperage service 7 Amps
AC connector 3-pin IEC 250 VAC
Amplifiers
Total Amplifier Power 500 watts Continuous* Control System Function
High Frequency 100 watts* Electronic Crossover
Type Class AB Phase Alignment
Rated THD .03% Time Correction
Low Frequency 400 watts* Equalization
Type Class G Hybrid Parametric equalization
Rated THD 0.03%
Safety Features
*Rated power is continuous RMS wattage into transducer’s Protection Low Frequency Dynamic Bass
rated impedance @ 1kHz for the HF amplifier and @ 100Hz for Protection, RMS Limiting, Power
the LF amplifier Supply and Amplifier Thermal
Protection
High Frequency Section Display LEDs Signal Present, Limit, Power ON, and
Diaphragm Size 1.75" Thermal (Cool Down Auto Reset)
Horn Exit Diameter 1.0" Physical
Phase Plug 3-Slot Optimized Height 32.0 in/81.3 cm
Geometry
Width Front 19.1 in/48.5 cm
Diaphragm Material Damped titanium
Width Back 13.9 in/35.3 cm
Magnet Type Ferrite
Depth 18.1 in/46.0 cm
1Measured on-axis in the far field, referenced back to 1 watt RMS from maxi- Weight 101.0 lb/45.8 kg
mum power and to 1 meter distance using the inverse square law.

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SA1521 Vertical Polars


90° 90°
120° 60° 120° 60°

150° 30° 150° 30°

200Hz
500Hz
250Hz
630Hz
180° 0°
–36 –12
315Hz 180° 0°
–36 –12
800Hz
400Hz
1kHz

210° 330°
210° 330°

240° 300°
270° 240° 300°
270°

90° 90°
120° 60° 120° 60°

150° 30° 150° 30°

1.25kHz 3.15kHz

1.6kHz 4kHz
180° 0° 180° 0°
–36 –12 2kHz –36 –12 5kHz

2.5kHz 6.3kHz

210° 330° 210° 330°

240° 300° 240° 300°

270° 270°

90°
SA1521 Vertical Off-Axis Frequency
120° 60°
Response (UP) 10

150° 30°
0
0 deg
Attenuation (dB)

10 deg
8kHz –10 20 deg
10kHz 30 deg
180° 0° –20
–36 –12 12.5kHz 40 deg

16kHz
–30
20 100 1000 10000 20000
Frequency (Hz)

210° 330°

SA1521 Vertical Off-Axis Frequency


Response (DOWN)
240° 300°
270°

10

0
0 deg
Attenuation (dB)

–10 deg
–10 –20 deg

–30 deg

3
–20

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–40 deg

–30
20 100 1000 10000 20000
Frequency (Hz)
SA1521 Active Speaker System

SA1521 Horizontal Polars




330° 30° 330° 30°

–12
–12

300° 60° 300° 60°

–36 –36
200Hz 500Hz

250Hz 630Hz
270° 90° 270° 90°
315Hz 800Hz

400Hz 1kHz

240° 120° 240° 120°

210° 150° 210° 150°

180° 180°

0° 0°
330° 30° 330° 30°

–12 –12

300° 60° 300° 60°

–36 –36
1.25kHz 3.15kHz

1.6kHz 4kHz
270° 90° 270° 90°
2kHz 5kHz

2.5kHz 6.3kHz

240° 120° 240° 120°

210° 150° 210° 150°


180° 180°

330°

30° SA1521 Horizontal Off-Axis
–12
Frequency Response
300° 60°

–36
10
8kHz

10kHz 0
0 deg
Attenuation (dB)

270° 90°
12.5kHz 10 deg
–10 20 deg
16kHz
30 deg
–20
40 deg
240° 120°
–30
20 100 1000 10000 20000
Frequency (Hz)

210° 150°
180°

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SA1521 Frequency Response On-Axis
110

SPL, 100 dB @ 1kHz (ref.)


100

90

80

70
20 100 1000 10000 20000
Frequency (Hz)

SA1521 Beamwidth vs. Frequency SA1521 Directivity Index


360 20 100
–6 dB Beamwidth (degrees)

Directivity Index (DI), dB


300

Directivity Factor (Q)


240

180 10 10

120 Vert BW

Horz BW
60

0 1
20 100 1000 10000 20000 20 100 1000 10000 20000
Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz)

SA1521 Input Panel

MAIN INPUT

POWER

0dB

SA1521
SIGNAL
PARALLEL

LOOP OUT
-15 +5 LIMIT
ACTIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT
SPEAKER SYSTEM THERMAL
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC, WOODINVILLE, WA, USA
AND MACKIE EUROPE • MANUFACTURED IN ITALY • COPYRIGHT ©2001 •
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS OR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGNS INC.:
"MACKIE", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE • PATENT PENDING

SA1521 Dimensions
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