MasterSounds FFA 5004 Clarity Audio System Owner’s Manual

MasterSounds FFA 5004 Clarity Audio System

Specifications:

• Top: 8
• Sub: 12
• Full System: 90-120-150-60-30-180-0-150-30-120-60-90
• Polar Response (2kHz Sine Reference):
  • Vertical
  • Horizontal
• Mounting Options

Product Information

• Clarity M is MasterSound’s natural progression from smaller, high-fidelity home audio systems to a package giving true high fidelity and high SPL, designed for home, listening bar & public address applications. Its striking presence & outstanding sound image enable its modular design to grow as audio demands change.
• It was a natural progression progressing to Clarity M from our wonderful small footprint Clarity A high fidelity audio system, we wanted to keep a similar classic look and feel with the ability for Clarity M to grow, from the 8 full range Top 8, married to our Sub 12 modular subwoofer system, through to our high headroom, refined 4 point sound systems.
• Clarity M offers a wonderful sound experience designed for a home, listening bar, or discerning public venue. Ryan Shaw – MasterSounds Founder.
• High Power, High Fidelity – Clarity M offers refined fidelity at high SPL, with passive loudspeakers and power amplification via MasterSounds project partner Full Fat Audio.
• Sub 12 – Our high-powered, line-loaded reflex bass loudspeaker offers superb linear frequency response with fast transient detailing.
• Top 8 – Its seductive full-range coaxial driver gives high output and excellent phase coherence when mated to Sub 12. Top 8 can be placed with Sub 12 in a point source arrangement, or ‘flown’ for wider sound dispersion of mid and top-end frequencies.
• Flexible – Clarity M’s modular design enables a unified upgrade path. The entry system comprises a pair of MasterSounds 12 sub enclosures, and a pair full range 8 top enclosures, powered by a single FFA power amplifier.
• Classic-grilles enclosures showcase the transducers in their purest form.
• Sound Signature – High headroom, refinement & transparency, with satisfying dynamic range & enviable sound image from 25Hz to 20kHz

Product Usage Instructions

• Mounting Options:
  Clarity M’s Top:8 & Sub:12 have various mounting options available for installation. Ensure proper mounting for optimal performance.

• System Configurations:
  The Clarity M system supports both 2-Point and 4-Point system configurations. Choose the configuration that best suits your audio setup and environment.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):

• Q: Can the Clarity M system be used for outdoor events?
  A: While the Clarity M system is designed for home, listening bar, and public address applications, it can be used for outdoor events with proper protection from weather elements.

• Q: Is the Clarity M system compatible with other audio equipment brands?
  A: The Clarity M system is designed to work seamlessly with MasterSounds project partner Full Fat Audio for power amplification. However, it can be integrated with other audio equipment brands using appropriate connections and configurations.

Important Information

• Clarity M is MasterSound’s natural progression from smaller, high-fidelity home audio systems to a package giving true high fidelity and high SPL, designed for home, listening bar & public address applications. Its striking presence & outstanding sound image enable its modular design to grow as audio demands change.
• It was a natural progression progressing to Clarity M from our wonderful small footprint Clarity A high fidelity audio system, we wanted to keep a similar classic look and feel with the ability for Clarity M to grow, from the 8″ full range
• Top 8, married to our Sub 12 modular subwoofer system, through to our high headroom, refined 4-point sound systems.
• Clarity M offers a wonderful sound experience designed for home, listening bar, or discerning public venue”. Ryan Shaw – MasterSounds Founder.
• High Power, High Fidelity – Clarity M offers refined fidelity at high SPL, with passive loudspeakers and power amplification via MasterSounds project partner Full Fat Audio.
• Sub 12 – Our high-powered, line-loaded reflex bass loudspeaker offers superb linear frequency response with fast transient detailing.
• Top 8 – Its seductive full-range coaxial driver gives high output and excellent phase coherence when mated to Sub 12. Top 8 can be placed with Sub 12 in a point source arrangement, or ‘flown’ for wider sound dispersion of mid and top-end frequencies.
• Flexible – Clarity M’s modular design enables a unified upgrade path. The entry system comprises a pair of MasterSounds 12″ sub enclosures, and a pair full range 8″ top enclosures, powered by a single FFA power amplifier.
• Classic-grillless enclosures showcase the transducers in their purest form.
• Sound Signature – High headroom, refinement & transparency, with satisfying dynamic range & enviable sound image from 25Hz to 20kHz

Specifications

• Top: 8
  • Coaxial type
  • 1x 8” critically damped cellulose woofer
  • 8Ω impedance
  • Crossover frequency: 80Hz Fourth-order Linkwitz–Riley
  • System bass loading type: Line loaded reflex Third-order Butterworth
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 391.0 mm x 474.6 mm x 327.7 mm (15.39” x 18.68” x 12.90”)
  • Weight: 16.78 kg (36.9 lbs)
• Sub: 12
  • 12“ parametrically balanced cellulose driver with high excursion roll surround
  • 8Ω impedance
  • Crossover frequency: 80Hz Fourth-order Linkwitz–Riley
  • System bass loading type: Line loaded reflex Third-order Butterworth
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 441.0 mm x 474.6 mm x 532.4 mm (17.36” x 18.68” x 20.96”)
  • Weight: 30.0 kg (66.1 lbs)
• Full System
  • System sensitivity: 45Hz-20KHz Bandwidth: 95dB 1 Watt @ 1MTR
  • System Power: 1500W total
  • Maximum SPL: 118dB
  • System Frequency response: 35Hz – 20KHz
  • Dimensions (HxWxD) per stack: 828.0 mm x 474.6 mm x 532.4 mm (32.59” x 18.68” x 20.96”)
  • Weight per stack: 46.78 kg (103.13 lbs)
  • Weight full system: 93.56 kg (206.26 lbs)
  • Amplifier: 1x FFA 5004 power amplifier (fixed crossover points)

Mounting Options

Clarity M’s Top:8 & Sub:12 have a multitude of mounting options as shown below.

• Point Source when sat atop Sub:15
• Flown via 4 X M10 mounting points on Top:8
• Pole mounted via M12 screw on Sub:12 and on the bottom of Top:8

System Configurations

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