WLA-28A

Active line array

WLA-28A

  • 750 W continuous
  • Dual 8″ active array element
  • Internal DSP with FIR presets
  • Network connection using RS485 protocol
  • 132 dB Max SPL @ 1 m

WLA-28SUBA

  • 2000 Watts continuous
  • Dual 15″ subwoofer
  • Internal DSP with FIR presets
  • Network connection using RS485 protocol
  • 145 dB Max SPL @ 1 m

WLA-218BA

  • 2000 Watts continuous
  • Dual 18″ subwoofer
  • Internal DSP with FIR presets
  • Network connection using RS485 protocol
  • 148 dB Max SPL @ 1 m

Active Line Array System

The quality and durability of the well established WLA series is now available in an active series.

The series consists of 5 new models which are enhanced with internal DSP using FIR presets. Ethernet control also delivers remote system management tools through a single cable.

The line-up consists of a 2 x 8” array element, two active floor monitors, a dual 15” flown subwoofer and the 2000 W continuous WLA-218BA dual 18” subwoofer. A combination of products which allows for comprehensive systems to be designed, installed and toured.

The system is also compatible with the WLA-28 Common Fly Frame and WLA-28 Dolly Frame and can also be protected using the readily available WLA Series tourbags.

WLA-28A

750 watts
Continuous
  • Dual 8″ active
  • 132 dB Max SPL @ 1 meter
  • 15 mm / 18 mm Birch plywood construction
  • 100° x 10° dispersion
  • 650 W LF + 100 W HF Continuous
  • 1300 W LF + 200 W HF Peak
  • 8 x DSP presets including FIR

WLA-28SUBA

2000 watts
Continuous
  • Dual 15″ LF drivers with 4.0″ voice coils
  • 145 dB Max SPL @ 1 meter
  • 15 mm / 18 mm Birch plywood construction
  • Integral rigging system
  • 2000 watts Continuous
  • 4000 watts Peak
  • 8 x DSP presets including FIR

WLA-218BA

2000 watts
Continuous
  • Dual 18″ LF drivers with 4.0″ voice coils
  • 148 dB Max SPL @ 1 meter
  • 18 mm Birch plywood construction
  • 2000 watts Continuous
  • 4000 watts Peak
  • 8 x DSP presets including FIR

Internal DSP with FIR

8 x DSP Presets – built in – including FIR.  

Easy to get great results – fast.

For the subwoofers (WLA-28SUBA and WLA-218BA) the AUDIENCE or STAGE presets can be used in an Inverted Stack Gradient array configuration.

Software control

The network connection uses RS485 protocol and gives GUI control over the DSP parameters of each element in the array.

Dual 8"

At the heart of the WLA-28A are 2 x 8″ custom Wharfedale Pro LF drivers.

These feature 2.0″ voice coils to ensure high efficiency and high power handling.

These perfectly matched custom transducers are what give a WLA-28A system that special sonic impact.

About the clarity

The new neo HF compression driver delivers additional clarity and performance with enhanced definition.


It is custom made by Wharfedale Pro and is coupled to a 100° x 10° waveguide.

Optional FLY FRAMES

Arrays can be assembled using only WLA-28A line array elements or with the WLA-28SUBA Subwoofers at the top of the array.

The WLA-28A Common Fly frame supports up to 12 x WLA-28A elements and a WLA-28SUBA.

Just imagine

Imagine your dream system!  You can configure a WLA-A series rig to suit your needs!  Here’s two ideas !  Click to zoom in.

Looking for active floor monitors ?  Follow the link….

Optimised Ground Stacking

WLA-28A rigging doubles up as an optimised ground stacking system, using the WLA-28SUBA subwoofer as a base.

Arrays of WLA-28A elements can be aimed downwards by as much as 10° to cover audience areas close to a stage, as well as upward by as much as 10° in order to better cover distant balcony seating areas. 

"Wheely" useful

With the WLA-28 Dolly Frame, manoeuvrability is now an added feature.

The steel frame acts both as a common fly frame for flying situations AND as a dolly for ground stacking.

3 outriggers add stability to a ground stack allowing up to a maximum of 1 x WLA-28SUBA plus 4 x WLA-28A’s to be configured.  Adding extra versatility to any WLA-28A system

WLA-28A

WLA-28SUBA

WLA-218BA

SPECIFICATIONS

Model NameWLA-28AWLA-28SUBAWLA-218BA
System TypeActive 8” 2-way Bi-AmplifiedActive 2×15 SubwooferActive 2×18 Subwoofer
Frequency Response (+/-3 dB)60 Hz – 20 KHz39 Hz-125 Hz30 Hz-100 Hz
Frequency Range (-10 dB)55 Hz – 20 KHz35 Hz-163 KHz25 Hz-150 Hz
Loudspeaker Sensitivity @ 1 W / 1 m)100 dB108 dB109 dB
Maximum SPL(peak)(@1 m)132 dB145 dB148 dB
Nominal Coverage (H x V)100° x 10°
Signal ProcessingDSP based, 8 FIR presets resident in Input ModuleDSP based,8 presets resident in Input ModuleDSP based,8 presets resident in Input Module
Preset listA) 1 SPKR 100 Hz HPF
B) 2 to 4 SPKR 100 Hz HPF
C) 4 to 8 SPKR 100 Hz HPF
D) >8 SPKR 100 Hz HPF
E) 2 to 4 SPKR
F) 4 to 8 SPKR
G) >8 SPKR
H) CUSTOM
A) FLOWN
B) FLOWN with 218
C) STACK
D) STACK with 218
E) CARDIOID AUDIENCE
F) CARDIOID STAGE
G) CUSTOM
H) CUSTOM
A) 1 SPKR 80 Hz LPF
B) 1 SPKR 100 Hz LPF
C) >2 SPKR 80 Hz LPF
D) >2 SPKR 100 Hz LPF
E) CARDIOID AUDIENCE
F) CARDIOID STAGE
G) CUSTOM
H) CUSTOM
Amplifiers
Amplifier Design Class D Class D Class D
Power Rating:1500 W Peak (1300 W LF +
200 W HF), 750 W Continuous
(650 W LF + 100 W HF)
4000 W Peak / 2000 W Continuous4000 W Peak / 2000 Continuous
Power On ProtectionPower switch on/off mutePower switch on/off mutePower switch on/off mute
Thermal ProtectionAmplifier Shut Down. Auto ResetAmplifier Shut Down. Auto ResetAmplifier Shut Down. Auto Reset
Low Line Voltage Shut Down80% Nominal Line Voltage80% Nominal Line Voltage80% Nominal Line Voltage
Driver ProtectionIndependent L/ H Limiters and DCIndependent L/ H Limiters and DCIndependent L/ H Limiters and DC
DC and Short ProtectionYesYesYes
Limiter IndicatorRed LEDRed LEDRed LED
Signal IndicatorGreen LEDGreen LEDGreen LED
Power/Active IndicatorWhite LEDWhite LEDWhite LED
Find Function IndicatorBlue LEDBlue LEDBlue LED
Input Sensitivity+4 dBu+4 dBu+4 dBu
Maximum Input Level+18 dBu+18 dBu+18 dBu
Input ImpedanceBalanced: 10 KΩBalanced: 10 KΩBalanced: 10 KΩ
AC Power details – Power SupplyHigh Efficiency Switching Mode Power SupplyHigh Efficiency Switching Mode Power SupplyHigh Efficiency Switching Mode Power Supply
Connectors
Input ConnectorXLR 1/ 4〞Combo jackXLR 1/ 4〞Combo jackXLR 1/ 4〞Combo jack
Link ConnectorBalanced XLR pin ConnectorBalanced XLR pin ConnectorBalanced XLR pin Connector
UPDATEUSB Type BUSB Type BUSB Type B
NETWORK (RS485)RJ45RJ45RJ45
AC Power OptionsAC 100-120 V~/ 220-240 V~,50/60 HZAC 100–240 V~,50/60 HZAC 100–240 V~,50/60 HZ
AC Input ConnectorpowerCONpowerCONpowerCON
AC Loop Through ConnectorpowerCONpowerCONpowerCON
Hardware – RiggingIntegral side plate adjustable 
rigging 0°-10°
Integral side plate
Enclosure Material and finish15 mm / 18 mm Plywood15 mm / 18 mm Plywood18 mm Plywood
Colour OptionsBlack Rhino PaintBlack Rhino PaintBlack Rhino Paint
Grille Material & Finish1.5 Steel1.5 Steel1.5 Steel
Unpacked dimensions – Height250 mm / 9.84″ 181 mm / 7.1″485 mm / 19.1″560 mm / 22.0″
Width (Front)760 mm / 29.92″760 mm / 29.9″1065 mm / 41.9″
Width (Back)760 mm / 29.92″760 mm / 29.9″1065 mm / 41.9″
Depth463.2 mm / 18.23″775 mm / 30.67″756 mm / 29.8″
Packed Dimensions – Height320 mm / 12.6″575 mm / 22.6″638 mm / 25.1″
Width (Front)830 mm / 32.7″850 mm / 33.5″1138 mm / 44.8″
Width (Back)830 mm / 32.7″850 mm / 33.5″1138 mm / 44.8″
Depth534 mm / 21.0″865 mm / 34.6″829 mm / 326.0″
Net Weight (Kg / lbs)30.2 Kg / 66.4 lbs67.0 Kg / 147.4 lbs78.0 Kg / 171.6 lbs
Gross Weight (Kg / lbs)32.5 Kg / 71.5 lbs74.3 Kg / 163.5 lbs92.04 Kg / 202.4 lbs