Description
The DAS Audio LARA-100 is an advanced active 4-way line array system from the ARA series, developed for large events, concerts, festivals, touring, and professional installations. The LARA-100 combines extremely high output with controlled directivity and a cardioid design for optimal low-end management.
The LARA-100 features two 12″ low-frequency drivers, two 8″ front-mid drivers, two 8″ rear-facing cardioid drivers, and two powerful 3″ compression drivers. This four-way configuration provides a wide and powerful frequency range from 50 Hz to 18 kHz (-10 dB).
One of the key features of the LARA-100 is its cardioid design. By using the two rear-facing 8″ drivers, rearward sound energy is strictly controlled. DAS Audio specifies a rear attenuation of approximately 15 dB between 63 and 200 Hz. This significantly reduces unwanted low-frequency energy on and behind the stage.
The built-in Class-D amplification delivers 6000 W continuous power. The system features eight amplifier channels, with six channels operating in bridge mode for the two 12″ drivers and two HF drivers. The remaining two channels drive the front- and rear-facing 8″ drivers. DAS Audio also specifies 12,000 W peak power for the system.
The LARA-100 delivers an impressive 146 dB maximum linear SPL and up to 150 dB SPL. As such, this system is designed for applications requiring very high sound pressure levels and a large dynamic range. Horizontal dispersion is 100°, while vertical coverage depends on the set splay angle.
For digital signal processing, the LARA-100 features FIR DSP, a sampling rate of 96 kHz, and integrated ALMA control. This allows the system to be precisely configured and monitored within professional ARA systems.
The integrated 3-point rigging system is suitable for both the LARA-100 and the LARA-SUB. Arrays can be built with up to 24 LARA units and 16 LARA-SUB units. Thanks to the FSS™ Fast Set Splay system, angles can be adjusted in 1° steps from 0° to 7°, making the assembly of large arrays significantly faster and more efficient.
The enclosure is constructed from rugged birch plywood, finished with ISO-flex™ Paint and rated IP43. Despite the impressive amount of technology, a single LARA-100 module weighs 86 kg.
The DAS Audio LARA-100 is a professional powerhouse for large PA systems: extremely high output, cardioid low-end control, four-way reproduction, 6000 W continuous power, and advanced DSP make this system ideal for major concerts, festivals, and touring.
