MEYER SOUND UPQ-D3 symmetrical coverage loudspeaker

Meyer Sound’s UPQ‑D3 wide coverage loudspeaker evolves from the UPQ‑1P and UPQ‑2P product line, now optimized using the advanced amplifier and processing technology that made the LEO® family an award-winning product line. UPQ‑D3 features:

  • Wider vertical coverage, Constant‑Q horn with ‑6 dB points at 80° horizontal x 80° vertical (‑10 dB points at 100° horizontal x 100° vertical)
  • An innovative, newly designed, highly efficient Class D amplifier with reduced current draw that reproduces any sound with linearity over a wide dynamic range
  • Optimized frequency and phase response characteristics
  • Lightened cabinet weight
  • Redesigned cabinet that retains the original size, grille frame, and rigging options of previous UPQ products

The UPQ‑D3 offers an extremely consistent polar response and a gentle coverage rolloff that extends uniformly out to its ‑10 dB points of 100° by 100°. The horn’s smooth and consistent performance is the result of meticulous research in Meyer Sound’s anechoic chamber, and it exhibits a remarkably consistent beamwidth in both the horizontal and vertical planes. The UPQ‑D3 horn also delivers uniform attenuation for all frequencies outside the specified beamwidth.

In addition to the Constant‑Q horn, the loudspeaker features a low frequency 15‑inch neodymium magnet cone driver and 4‑inch diaphragm compression driver, both designed and manufactured at Meyer Sound’s Berkeley, California headquarters. Suitable for use in a range of sound reinforcement applications, the UPQ‑D3 works well as a front‑of‑house main loudspeaker in small to mid‑sized venues, or as a fill loudspeaker in larger systems.

The proprietary two‑channel, class D power amplifier yields a total power output of 2250 W. Audio input routes through electronic crossover and correction filters, as well as through driver‑protection circuitry. Phase‑corrected processing ensures a flat acoustical amplitude and phase response, resulting in an exceptional impulse response and precise imaging.

Each amplifier channel has sophisticated limiters that are easily monitored with the limit LEDs on the unit’s rear panel. The UPQ‑D3’s modular amplifier and processing electronics incorporate Meyer Sound’s Intelligent AC™ power supply, which adapts to any power voltage worldwide and provides soft‑turn on and transient protection. The UPQ‑D3 uses a XLR 3‑pin female input with male loop output connector.

The optional RMS™ remote monitoring system module provides comprehensive monitoring of loudspeaker parameters from a host computer running Compass® software. An optional XLR 5‑pin connector is available to accommodate both balanced audio and RMS signals.

Features and Benefits
  • Wide symmetrical pattern covers broad listening areas with a single loudspeaker
  • Highly energy efficient amplifier with sophisticated digital signal processing that provides extraordinarily flat amplitude and phase response for tonal accuracy and precise imaging
  • Integral stand mount and QuickFly mounting options facilitate rigging
  • Constant‑Q horn affords uniform response throughout coverage area
  • Exceptional size to power ratio provides application flexibility
  • Consistent and predictable performance ensures accurate system design
Applications
  • Theatrical sound reinforcement
  • Houses of worship
  • Portable and installed audio‑visual systems
  • Nightclubs