Description

dBTechnologies DVA T12 – Professional active line array

Powerful 3-way line array for large productions

The dBTechnologies DVA T12 is a professional 3-way active line array module for large live productions, festivals, touring, events, and professional rental. With 1,410 W RMS, a maximum sound pressure of 136 dB SPL, and a 12-inch neodymium woofer, the T12 is developed for applications where high output, throw, and controlled dispersion are essential.

The DVA T12 combines three separate frequency ranges with integrated DIGIPRO G2 Class-D amplification, 56-bit DSP, RDNet network control, and integrated rigging. This allows the T12 to be used as a standalone module, but primarily as part of a larger line array configuration.

3-way design

The DVA T12 features a powerful 3-way configuration:

• 1 × 12-inch neodymium woofer
• 2 × 6.5-inch neodymium midrange drivers
• 3 × 1-inch neodymium HF drivers

The 12-inch woofer has a 3-inch voice coil, the midrange drivers feature 2-inch voice coils, and the HF drivers have 1.4-inch voice coils.

This creates a system that does much more than just produce high sound pressure. The T12 is designed for controlled and coherent reproduction within a professional line array system.

1,410 W RMS DIGIPRO G2

The integrated DIGIPRO G2 Class-D amplifier delivers a massive 1,410 W RMS.

The amplification is divided across the three frequency ranges:

• LF: 710 W RMS
• MF: 350 W RMS
• HF: 350 W RMS

The maximum peak capacity is listed in the official datasheet as 2,820 W.

The amplifier, speakers, and DSP are designed as a single system.

136 dB SPL

According to dBTechnologies, the DVA T12 delivers a maximum of 136 dB SPL per unit.

This makes the T12 suitable for applications where high sound pressure and long throw are necessary.

Think of:

• Festivals
• Concerts
• Touring
• Large corporate events
• Theater
• Outdoor productions
• Professional rental

60 Hz – 19 kHz

The official specification lists a frequency range of 60 Hz to 19 kHz at -6 dB.

Thanks to the 12-inch woofer, the T12 also has a powerful low/mid-low range.

For true deep sub-bass, the T12 is naturally combined with professional DVA subwoofers.

100° × 10° dispersion

The DVA T12 has a horizontal dispersion of 100° and a vertical dispersion of 10° per module.

When multiple modules are coupled, a larger line array system is created where the inter-element angles can be adjusted.

The available splay angles are:

0° – 1.5° – 3° – 4.5° – 6° – 8° – 10°

This allows the array to be tuned to the venue and the desired audience area.

DVA T12 for large events

While a compact active top works fine for smaller venues, the DVA T12 is built for heavy-duty work.

A line array with multiple T12 modules can be deployed to reach a large audience with control.

A configuration might consist of, for example:

DVA T12 line array

DVA subwoofers

digital FOH mixer

RDNet system control

front fills / delays

This creates a complete professional PA system.

DVA T12 for festivals

For festivals, proper sound distribution is essential.

The sound must not only sound good in front of the stage but also maintain sufficient power and definition further back.

The DVA T12 was developed as a long-throw line array module and can be scaled up with multiple elements. dBTechnologies describes the T12 as a system that is freely scalable for various configurations.

DVA T12 for touring

Touring places high demands on equipment.

Systems must be:

• powerful;
• reliable;
• quick to deploy;
• scalable;
• easy to monitor.

The T12 combines integrated amplification with DSP and RDNet, allowing every module to become part of a professionally controlled system.

RDNet system control

A key professional component of the DVA T12 is RDNet.

Via the RJ45 connections, the T12 can be integrated into an RDNet network.

This allows the system to be remotely controlled and monitored.

For larger productions, this is particularly practical.

The technician can manage the system centrally instead of having to manually check each speaker individually.

DVA T12 and DSP

The built-in 56-bit DSP is the heart of the system processing.

The T12 features, among others:

• DSP 56-bit
• 24-bit / 96 kHz A/D conversion
• 8 system presets
• Multiband RMS limiter
• Peak limiter
• Thermal protection
• 24 dB/octave crossovers

According to official specifications, the crossover points are at 420 Hz between LF/MF and 1,800 Hz between MF/HF.

DVA T12 with subwoofers

For a complete FOH system, the T12 can be combined with suitable DVA subwoofers.

The T12 primarily handles:

mid + high + kick/low-mid

while the subwoofers take care of the deepest lows.

This creates a system with more:

depth + punch + headroom + dynamics.

DVA T12 for rental companies

For professional rental, the T12 is attractive due to its scalability.

A rental company can deploy multiple T12 modules for different productions.

For example:

small production → compact array

medium production → larger T12 array

festival → multiple arrays + subs + fills

This allows the same equipment to be used for various assignments.

DVA T12 and DVA T8

The T12 and T8 belong to the same DVA family.

The T12 is the larger and more powerful module.

In short: the T8 is more compact and lighter; the T12 is intended for larger and heavier professional productions.