Wharfedale Pro: Versadrive SC-48

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The Versadrive speaker management system offers all the digital signal processing and detailed control that a live sound engineer needs.

Whether we like it or not, it’s a reality that PA systems are complex.  A lot of time is spent selecting the best loudspeaker and amplifier combinations, and systems can easily grow.  Its therefore essential to maintain control to ensure the best quality sound throughout the rig.

 

Packaged into a neat 1U rack design, an intuitive and concise front panel with LCD screen enables engineers to make essential adjustments to the speaker configuration with accuracy.
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Description

Key Features

  • 4 x XLR inputs and 8 x XLR outputs
  • Complete digital sound processing solution
  • 8-band parametric EQ with low/high shelf
  • Limiter / Crossover / Filter
  • Independent processing for each output channel
  • 24-bit 96kHz AD/DA convertors
  • 40-bit internal processing
  • USB / RS232 and RS485 connectivity
  • User friendly software included
  • Password protection for venue install

DSP Quality

SC-48 features the highest quality 24-bit 96kHz AD/DA convertors and the internal DSP is handled by a 40-bit processor.
From input and output phase adjustment, delay timing, compression, limiting, parametric EQ, and multiple choices of HP and LP filtering, it’s easy to tweak the parameters until the system is perfectly balanced.

Control everything by PC

All elements of the Versadrive SC-48 can be controlled via PC.

Not only is this extremely convenient, but a clear central graphical representation of your EQ and crossover points are displayed. This also makes light work of copying channel settings and organising your presets.

Using the PC software also allows for system backups to be made.

Effects to control your rig

A huge selection of effects are at your fingertips.

On the input side SC-48 includes Gain, Mute, Link, High-pass filter, Low-pass filter, Noise Gate, 8-band parametric EQ, 31 band graphic EQ, Phase and Delay.

For the output section, make your setup using any combination of Crossover, 5-band parametric EQ, Gain, Mute, Compressor / Limiter, Phase, Delay and Linking.

Expand your rig

While one Versadrive SC-48 is powerful in its own right, the RS485 connection opens up capabilities to link up to 255 units, with remote control from up-to 1500 metres.

Complete stadiums, superclubs or any multi-room install is now easily managed by one person on their laptop. The USB connection and supplied software work as another visual aid with access to update your own presets for different events.

Specifications

Model Name SC-48
Input effects Gain, Mute, Link, High-pass filter, Low-pass Filter, Noise Gate, 8PEQ, 31 band graphic EQ, Phase, Delay
Output effects Crossover, 5PEQ, Gain, Mute, Compressor / Limiter, Phase, Delay, Link
Software Included via CD or download. Full matrix input output control. Intuitive UI.
User Presets 20
Total units linkable 255 via RS486 and optional wireless router
Audio inputs 4 x Balanced XLR
Audio outputs 8 x Balanced XLR
USB 1 (PC Control)
Ethernet 1
Frequency Response 20Hz – 20kHz
S/N Ratio >155 dBu
Distortion (THD) <0.005 @ 1kHz (0dBu)
Max Output level 20dBu
Impedance <500Ω
D/A Convertors 24-bit Sigma Delta
Sampling rate 96kHz
Display 20 x 2 LCD Parameter / Function Display, 5-Segment Led Level Display
Dimensions 480mm x 50mm x 45mm
Weight 2.62kg

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