EAW unveils compact SM12 coaxial stage monitor

Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW) introduces its latest innovation, the SM12 Stage Monitor. Inspired by the Microwedge acoustic design, SM12 is the latest addition to EAW’s catalog of stage monitors.

SM12 is a 2-way passive loudspeaker that can be used as a stage monitor or fill speaker. A concentric driver attached to a CSA wave guide provides a 90- x 60-degree pattern. A port extends low frequency response down to 60Hz from the 12-inch woofer mounted in the low-profile wooden enclosure. When utilizing the available mounting pattern, SM12 can be used on a flat surface with two cabinet orientations or mounted on a third-party pole.

An integrated kickstand offers additional positioning options when used as a stage or floor monitor.

“Stage space is at a premium and artists have high expectations,” says TJ Smith, president, Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW). “SM12’s compact and rugged form factor provides exceptional output and coverage over a large area from a small space using a single amplifier channel. It’s designed to be deployed in multiple orientations and wiring configurations, making it a flexible addition to your inventory.”

Additionally, large rubber feet reportedly keep the loudspeaker from moving due to vibration, while a heavy-duty grill is said to be capable of withstanding typical on-stage use.

The monitor also offers multiple input options, allowing for easy cable concealment and fewer cable runs. It integrates with EAW’s UXA4403 amplifier, which provides a dedicated tuning. Further product features include two input connectors that are concealed in the low frequency port allowing for tamper proof and discrete wiring. An input selection switch hidden in the low frequency port selects the first or second set of NL4 pins as the crossover input reducing the number of speaker wires on stage. In addition, a large ground coupled port increases low frequency impact from a relatively small enclosure with no chuffing artifacts while a second set of input connectors are located on the bottom of the loudspeaker to accommodate clean wiring when used in the fill orientation, wall mounted or on a pole.