By James Chevrette
The team at Wāvtech introduced new Thin 12/10 subwoofers as well as a new amplifier offering industry-first technology.
The Wāvtech link 1400.8plus offers the industry’s first assignable analog bass channel, that utilizes their proprietary bassFREQ technology. This is accomplished via simple dip-switch design, not by using digital software or a PC.
To break this down, the bassFREQ is a processor that includes a low-pass crossover, subsonic filter, and parametric equalization. Traditionally, bass equalization is applied to an amplifier’s subwoofer channel. Wāvtech’s design enables the installer to apply the bassFREQ to channels 5/6 for door speakers or an OEM factory front subwoofer, for example. Wāvtech has taken this one step further by making the bassFREQ assignable to channels 5/6, 7/8 and the line driver pre-out for better OEM integration and system expansion.
Features of the Link 1400.8plus amplifier:
- 100 watts x 8 @ 4 ohms
- 175 watts x 8 @ 2 ohms
- 350 watts x 4 @ 4 ohms BTL
- Footprint 13.11”x6.5”x1.65”
- Variable HP/LP/BP Crossovers (-12dB/oct) on all channels
- Patent Pending autoBASS Circuit to Correct Bass Rolloff
- Remote Level Control (RLC) w/Optional linkRC
- Active Thermal Management
- Start/Stop System Compatible
- Adaptive OEM Load Technology
- 40V Input Capability
- Differential Balanced Inputs
- Variable Gain Adjustment w/Clip LED
For a full list of features, go to www.wavtech-usa.com. The amplifier will be available Q2 at a suggested retail price of $899.95.
Thin 12/10 Subwoofer Specs:
Wāvtech said the new design of its Thin subwoofers allowed a price reduction from the Pro series. “With design optimization, new tooling and materials have made it possible to create a new, lower-priced lineup of shallow subwoofers,” said Jason Kemmerer, co-founder of Wāvtech.
Thin 12/10 Subwoofer Specs:
- 2 and 4-ohms variations
- 500 RMS power handling
- 4.5-inch and 4-inch voice coils in 12/10-inch variations
- Steel Basket
- Kevlar re-enforced Pulp Cone
- Push-style Speaker Terminals
- Recommended box sizes:
- .6 cuft for 12-inch
- .35 cuft for 10-inch
Availability – Q3 with an MSRP to be announced.
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