DB Technologies ES1203

January 24, 2020

DB Technologies ES1203

DB Technologies ES1203

The dBTechnologiesES1203 PA System is the Steelasophical Steel Band Dj PA system of choice for anything and everything other than background music. The sound quality is amazing and is by far the best sounding PA we have ever heard. These rival the very best in quality used by leading mobile dj’s and bands here in the UK. This represents a huge investment in presentation, quality and professionalism for Steelasophical.

ES family grows stronger with ES 1203, a complete stereo sound system encompassing its predecessors’ versatility with striking SPLs (the system features a 2400W last-generation power amp) and an impressively coherent throw pattern.

FEATURES

TRI-AMPED ACTIVE STEREO PA SYSTEM
2400 W POWER
LATEST GENERATION DIGIPRO G4 AMP TECHNOLOGY
USER-FRIENDLY DSP INTERFACE
3 CONFIGURATION MODES (MONO, STEREO OR DOUBLE COLUMN)
ON-BOARD 5 CHANNEL MIXER
BLUETOOTH® AUDIO RECEIVER
3 INPUT CHANNEL MODES (MIC/INSTR/LINE)
CUSTOMISABLE BALANCED OUTPUT CHANNEL (MIX/MONITOR/AUX)
ULTRA WIDE COVERAGE
BAG FOR SUB AND TOPS INCLUDED

Technical Data

Speaker Type

3-amped Stereo System with
two full-range tops and one subwoofer

Acoustical data

Frequency Response [-10dB]

35 – 20.000 Hz

Max SPL

132 dB

MF – HF

8×4″, v.c. 1″

Type MF – HF

Neodymium

2X12″

Directivity

97×60°

Amplifier

Amp Technology

Digipro® G4

Amp Class

Class-D

Power Amp Peak

2400 W

Controls

1xOLED Display with rotary encoder w/button
1x Audio signal monitoring LED
1XUSB port (service data)

Power Supply

Fullarange with PFC

Power connection

VDE Socket

Cooling

Convection

Processor

Controller

DSP 56 Bit

Converter AD/DA

24 Bit/48 Hz

Limiter

Peak, RMS, Thermal

Crossover Frequency LF-MF

160 Hz

Digital Steering

Up/Down/Far

Input

Input Channels:

1x Mic/Instrument Combo (XLR/Jack)
2xMic/Line Combo (XLR/Jack)
1XBluetooth built-in receiver

Mix Output

1x XLR balanced output

Mechanics

Housing (Subwoofer)

Plywood with full metal grille

Housing (Tops)

Plywood with full metal grille

Pole Mount

36 mm (M20 Thread)

Handles (subwoofer)

1xtop
1x lateral side

Width (Top)

110 mm (4.33 in)

Height (Top)

460 mm (18.11in)

Depth (Top)

160 mm (6.30 in)

Width (Subwoofer)

360 mm (14.17 in)

Height (Subwoofer)

680 mm (26.77 in)

Depth (Subwoofer)

545 mm (21.46 in)

Weight (Top)

3.3 Kg – 7.27 lbs.

Weight (Subwoofer)

29.3 Kg – 64.59 lbs.

ES1203 is a 3-amped stereo sound system composed by 2 passive wooden tops and one active wooden subwoofer equipped with 2X12” woofers. The sub hosts last-generation Digipro G4® 2400W Peak amp. A powerful DSP (controlled by an intuitive user interface placed on the top of the sub) manages all function of the 5-channel on-board digital mixer as well as the system configuration.

Each top satellite is equipped with 4×4” mid-woofers, whose alignment allows an asymmetrical vertical coverage (thanks to the Logarithmic Curved Column Array technology). The unique design of phase plugs widens the horizontal coverage and guarantees a perfect intelligibility.

Moreover, on board DSP allows users to choose among 3 Configuration Modes (Mono, Stereo or Double Column) and 2 different Steering Modes (Far and Near). This way, the system adapts to all kind of environments and guarantees the best throw pattern.

Top satellites work separately in a stereo configuration(placed on tripods or installed with WB-44 accessory) or connected together in mono configuration. The enclosure of both satellites embeds a metal lock system assuring perfect top to top matching and electrical connection. One of the two satellites receives the signal from the sub and relaunch it to the companion top.

ES1203 features an on board 5-channel mixer: the first channel features a MIC/instrument balanced/unbalanced combo connector with an adjustable anti-feedback filter, impedance compensation and microphone gain with 3 positions (0, +10, + 20dB). The second and third channels are MIC/LINE inputs with balanced/unbalanced combo connector. This allows the system to manage up to 3 mic lines at a time.

The built-in Bluetooth module receives stereo audio from portable devices managing the signal in a separate stereo channel.

The balanced AUX/MIX output serves as a direct link or, alternatively, as an Aux output for a stage monitor or another speaker. When in Double Column Mode, this output acts as a source for another ES1203 system providing Left or Right signal.

The semi-horn loaded subwoofer houses 2×12” woofers, the amp module and the OLED didplay with system controls. The enclosure, sturdy and stylish, is made of plywood coated with a durable scratch-resistant black coat, which makes it truly road-ready. The magnetic dolly DO-ES1203 allows to transport the system quickly and smoothly.

ES1203 is incredibly simple to set up. Users are guided step-by-step to configure the system according to the application thanks to the advanced graphical interface. In facts, the OLED display allows to enter the heart of the system, recall configuration presets, adjust levels, EQ and create a pre/post gain mix for different purposes.

When used in Mono mode (as well as Double Column Mode), the system can be completed with DP-ES1203, a wooden pole which levels out the overall design resulting in an elegant, unobtrusive look which perfectly fits permanent installations.

The ES1203 bundle comes with sub cover, a bag for tops, a telescopic 35mm pole, 2 7m speakon cables and power cable.

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