WideLine-10
WideLine™ Line Array Speaker System
WL2102 | WL2102-w
Features
• Multiple aperture diffraction slot waveguide provides exceptionally wide
horizontal coverage (140°) and a near ideal vertical line source
• Exceptionally high output capability in a very compact form factor
• Bi-amp or tri-amp design
• Dual 10" long excursion, high power, low-frequency transducers
• Single 3" diaphragm neodymium compression driver
• WL2102 − Cored composite construction results in lighter weight
(70 lb, 31.8 kg) and greater weather resistance
• WL2102-w − Birch ply construction offers reasonable weight
(83 lb, 37.7 kg) at a lower cost
• Fully captive hardware design incorporates all components necessary for
box to box rigging
The QSC WideLine-10 is a full range line
array loudspeaker system designed for use
in a wide variety of venues, ranging from
ballrooms, theaters and nightclubs to concert
halls, houses of worship and arenas. The
WideLine-10 features an open, natural sound
quality and exceptionally wide 140° horizontal
coverage pattern—the widest of any line array
system currently available.
WideLine-10 is a three transducer system
and can be operated in either biamplified or
triamplified modes. Both 10" diameter lowfrequency transducers are used to cover the
lowest frequency range. One driver covers only
low frequencies while the range of the other
extends through the mid frequencies to the
mid/high crossover point. The use of a single
midrange transducer allows the horizontal
coverage pattern to remain as wide as possible
and assures smooth response both on and off
axis at the transition to the diffraction slot loaded
high frequency section. Biamplification uses
passive elements to affect the required frequency
response shading of the low-frequency drivers
and offers reduced amplifier channel counts
and simplified wiring. Triamplification allows the
required low-frequency shading to be controlled
with greater precision via active electronics and
is recommended where maximum output and
highest sound quality are required.
The WideLine-10’s 16 ohm per transducer
low-frequency impedance optimizes allocation
of amplifier channels. In biamp mode the LF/
MF sections of up to four enclosures can be
powered by one amplifier channel operating
into a two ohm load. In triamp mode the LF and
MF sections of up to eight enclosures can be
powered by a single two channel amplifier.
The high-frequency section consists of a 1.4"
exit, 3" 16 ohm, neodymium compression
driver, mounted on a proprietary multiple
aperture diffraction slot waveguide. This patent
pending device produces the ideal linear source
needed for good line array performance, and
facilitates the enclosure’s exceptionally wide
horizontal coverage.
The WL2102 features lightweight, highly weather
resistant cored composite construction resulting
in a net weight of just 70 lb per enclosure;
less than half the weight of some conventional
designs.
The enclosure of the WL2102-w (pictured)
is constructed of industry standard birch
plywood resulting in a slight increase in weight;
83 lb/37.7 kg vs. 70 lb/31.8 kg for the WL2102,
at a substantial cost savings for more price
sensitive applications where the ultra light
weight and extreme weather resistance of the
cored composite enclosure are not required.
The mechanical design allows composite and
plywood enclosures to be arrayed together.
WideLine-10 features a unique 3-point
suspension system allowing construction of
arrays of up to 24 enclosures (5:1 design
factor). A 12 enclosure hang will maintain a 10:1
design factor which may be dictated by local
regulations and practices. Vertical splay angles
between adjacent enclosures are adjustable
in one degree increments from zero to ten
degrees. All hardware required to construct an
array is permanently attached to the enclosure;
there are no loose parts to misplace.
Two array frame models offer the user the
flexibility to choose the right tool for the job. The
AF2102, the larger of the two, can accommodate
array sizes up 12 enclosures while maintaining
a design factor of 10:1. The smaller AF2102-s
does triple-duty; accommodating suspended
arrays of up to six enclosures with a 10:1 design
factor, acting as a base for ground-stacked arrays
of up to six enclosures and as an attachment
allowing WideLine-10s to be stacked atop QSC
215PCM and 215SB subwoofers.
WideLine-10 Dimensions | Specifications
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WideLine-10 Spec Sheet – 06/19/08
Front
10.8"
274 mm
Side
20.75"
527 mm
27.4"
696 mm
Top
WL2102 WL2102-w
Configuration Bi-amp or tri-amp mode
Transducers
High-frequency 1.4" exit, 3" titanium diaphragm, neodymium magnet assembly
Low-frequency 2 x 400 W, 16Ω 10" woofer, 3" voice coil, ceramic magnet assembly
Frequency Response (±3 dB) 55 Hz – 18 kHz (with recommended DSP processing)
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 48 Hz – 20 kHz (with recommended DSP processing)
Nominal Impedance HF: 16Ω
LF bi-amp mode: 8Ω
LF tri-amp mode: 16Ω (x 2)
Continuous Power Capacity/ Recommended Power HF: 80 W / 300 W (2 hours, AES1984-2 method, 1 – 10 kHz)
LF bi-amp mode: 600 W / 1400 W (2 hours, AES1984-2 method, 80 – 800 Hz)
LF tri-amp mode: 400 W / 700 W (x 2) (2 hours, AES1984-2 method, 80 – 800 Hz)
Sensitivity (1 W at 1 m) HF: 107.5 dB (single cabinet measured in free space.)
LF: 98 dB (single cabinet measured in free space. LF drivers connected in parallel)
Maximum Output – Continuous/ Peak (SPL at 1 m) HF: 127 dB / 133 dB
LF: 127 dB / 133 dB
Nominal Coverage H: 140°
V: dependent on number of elements used
Cabinet Type Ported / trapezoidal
Enclosure Material Cored composite Baltic birch plywood
Grille Perforated, formed powder coated steel
Connectors 2 x Neutrik Speakon® NL8 in parallel
Pin Outs Pins Bi-Amp Tri-Amp
1+/1- LF MF
2+/2- NC LF
3+/3- NC NC
4+/4- HF HF
Attachment Points Integral, adjustable rigging system, vertical splay adjustable in 1° increments from 0° – 10°
Weight (Net / Shipping) 70 lb (31.8 kg) / 78 lb (35.5 kg) 83 lb (37.7 kg) / 91 lb (41.4 kg)
Dimensions (HWD) 10.8" x 27.4" x 20.75" (274 mm x 696 mm x 527 mm)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
QSC, the QSC logo and WideLine are registered trademarks of QSC Audio Products, LLC in the U.S. Patent and Trademark office and other countries.
Speakon is a trademark of Neutrik. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Patents may apply or be pending.