Introducing a Groundbreaking Audio System: Martin Audio Presents BlacklineQ
Martin Audio, a renowned name in professional audio solutions, has unveiled the BlacklineQ series – a new generation of passive loudspeakers that boast versatile design, new technologies, and expanded product options. This series represents an evolution of the company's classic contractor-grade line, offering technical sophistication, enhanced sound distribution, and improved installation flexibility.
Speaker Construction and Design
The BlacklineQ speakers feature symmetrically moulded, multi-angle wood enclosures with an ergonomic design. Handles made of recycled ABS plastic ensure comfortable handling, while maintaining a clear aesthetic. Notably, these speakers come equipped with a rotatable Differential Dispersion Horn, allowing use in both horizontal and vertical orientations, enhancing installation flexibility. Screw-on steel grilles with textile backing provide driver protection and easy maintenance.
Product Range and Applications
The BlacklineQ series consists of nine sophisticated speaker solutions, including powerful two-way systems, elegant column speakers, and deeply tuned subwoofers. The series is divided into three categories:
- Two-way point source speakers (Q8, Q10, Q12, Q15) suitable for front PA, delay lines, stage monitors, and permanent installs, with various mounting options.
- Two-way passive column speakers (QC26, QC44), a new segment for Martin Audio, equipped with Differential Dispersion Horn technology for even sound distribution and excellent speech intelligibility. Their compact, elegant design is aimed at architectural settings like conference rooms and places of worship.
Mounting and Aesthetics
Concealable tripod connections and stand flanges provide a clean appearance for permanent installations. Column speakers come in black or white lacquer finishes to blend with architectural environments.
Innovations Over BlacklineX
The BlacklineQ series introduces several key innovations compared to the older BlacklineX series. These include:
- Introduction of Differential Dispersion Horn technology in the column speaker category, which is new for Martin Audio in this class.
- More versatile mounting and handling designs, supporting a wider range of environments with improved aesthetics.
- BlacklineQ offers more ergonomic, eco-conscious material use (recycled plastics in handles).
- Broader product segmentation, including new column speakers for discreet, speech-focused applications.
In contrast, the BlacklineX series (mainly passive point source speakers and subwoofers) is recognized for professional-grade, high-quality sound and road-worthy durability geared towards portable applications and larger professional setups but lacks the newer construction features, column speaker range, and Differential Dispersion Horn technology seen in BlacklineQ.
Key Features
- The subwoofers form an integral part of the BlacklineQ system architecture and ensure a powerful, controlled bass foundation in combination with the respective tops.
- The subwoofers Q210, Q118, and Q218 have an efficient slot-port architecture for minimized airborne noise and extended low-frequency performance.
- The BlacklineQ series offers a particularly even sound distribution with focused projection into the rear audience area and wide, seamless coverage in the front area.
- The series is at home in various environments such as theatres, conference centres, clubs, places of worship, or on stage.
- The link-out socket on the top of the subwoofer allows clean cabling when using a stand.
Sustainability
The BlacklineQ series is designed with sustainability in mind. It uses recycled ABS plastic for handles and pure cardboard packaging, reducing CO2 emissions and eliminating plastic or foam inserts.
In summary, the Martin Audio BlacklineQ series represents a significant leap forward in passive loudspeaker technology, offering a combination of technical innovation, aesthetic appeal, and environmental consciousness. This series is poised to meet the demands of modern architectural and commercial audio needs more comprehensively than the BlacklineX series.
Technology and gadgets are at the heart of the Martin Audio BlacklineQ series, a new generation of passive loudspeakers that employ Differential Dispersion Horn technology and ergonomic designs. This innovative technology enhances the speakers' versatility, allowing them to be used in both horizontal and vertical orientations. The series also features screw-on steel grilles with textile backing, made with recycled ABS plastic handles, promoting technical sophistication and eco-consciousness.
