ME-Geithain BASIS 14K

Data

General

• Manufacturer: ME-Geithain
• Model: BASIS 14K
• Years of construction:
• Made in: Germany
• Color: ash black, other optional
• Remote control: yes, wired
• Power consumption:
  • 20 VA (standby)

500 VA (max)

• Dimensions: 500 x 550 x 430 mm (W x H x D)
• Weight: 37,8 kg
• New price: approx. 3900,- EUR (piece)

Connections

• Number of inputs:
  • 3x Line (XLR)

1x remote

• Number of outputs:
  • 3x Line (XLR)

1x high level (Speakon) for controlling an additional passive subwoofer BASIS 14KP

Technical Data

• Construction: Closed, Frontfire, active
• Chassis:
  • Woofer: 1x cone (Ø 400 mm)
• Power: 1000 W (digital)
• Frequency response: 25 - 120 Hz
• Maximum sound level: 122 dB peak; r = 1 m
• Transition range: 60 - 80 Hz (adjustable)
• Phase: 0° - 180° (adjustable)
• Subsonic:

Special Features

• automatic switch-on
• adjustable delay from 0 - 1 m to the front speaker
• cardioid bass directivity
• remote control via cable optional

Remarks

• Bass reflex ports on the back
• Other models of the same series:
  • BASIS 11K
  • BASIS 13K
  • BASIS 14K

Reports

• Audio issue 8/2010
  • Sound rating: 96 points
  • Price/Performance: outstanding

"Plus: Ultimate dry, ultra precise and musical, super dynamics".

"Minus: For action cinema lacks infrasonic power, strikes at extreme levels".