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HK Audio POLAR 12 PA System
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Your Price: $1,229.00 CDN
or from $102 CDN/mo
POLAR 12 combines outstanding audio performance with ultra-convenient handling to provide the easiest way to the best sound. Its 24-bit DSP and high-grade speaker components deliver exceptionally clear and natural sound from 35 Hz up to 20 kHz. The premium subwoofer design and 2,000 watts of high power amping ensure an XXL sound experience from whisper-quiet to massive volumes.
A wide coverage angle of 120 and an outstanding resistance to feedback make it easy to position POLAR 12 in any venue. It can even be placed directly behind the performer, meaning no separate stage monitors are required. POLAR can be set up without the spacer for even more flexible positioning options, e.g. on high stages.
While POLAR 10 suits all typical applications for column systems well, POLAR 12 excels in situations where high-powered bass is needed for continuous operation over longer periods of time. Featuring a larger cabinet and a 12″ woofer, POLAR 12 delivers the extra helping of low end that bass enthusiasts love so much. This makes it an excellent choice for DJs who have to pump out a big bass sound throughout the gig. In contrast to the usual bass boosting with electronic filters, the powerful bass of POLAR 12 is produced physically by the long-excursion woofer in an acoustically optimized, wooden cabinet. Thats why POLAR 12s bass delivers higher sound pressure and headroom even when levels spike, keeping the mid and high frequencies in perfect balance at high volumes.
The onboard 4-channel mixing console offers two mic/line channels, a dedicated instrument channel, e.g. for acoustic guitar, and an Aux channel for music players, as well as Bluetooth 5.0 Audio Streaming options. Users favorite POLAR 12 settings can be stored in five individual user presets.
The new E.A.S. connection system makes cables obsolete and guarantees easy setup, while ensuring POLAR 12 sits securely and stably in any location, and the included gig bag for the columnar elements and a cover for the subwoofer make handling even easier.
FACTS & FEATURES:
• Fully equipped active full-range column system with user-friendly operation
• 2,000-watt Class D power amplifier: high power reserves, perfect dynamic response
• 1″ driver with CD horn: high-definition audio up to 20 kHz and a wide dispersion of 120
• Six 3″ high-performance neodymium speakers: optimized for powerful midrange response
• 12″ long-excursion woofer with extra-large cabinet volume: POLAR makes the most of actual physics rather than relying on power-sucking electronic bass boost
• Subwoofer enclosure: low-resonance wooden construction with a classy look and cleverly designed carrying handles
• Integrated 24-bit DSP for a homogeneous and low-distortion sound experience across all frequency ranges: professional sound and fatigue-free listening
• Five individual user presets: the right sound setting for every situation
• Integrated 4-channel mixing console with multiple connection options
• Bluetooth 5.0 audio streaming
• Includes carrying bag for the column elements and padded protective cover for the subwoofer
A wide coverage angle of 120 and an outstanding resistance to feedback make it easy to position POLAR 12 in any venue. It can even be placed directly behind the performer, meaning no separate stage monitors are required. POLAR can be set up without the spacer for even more flexible positioning options, e.g. on high stages.
While POLAR 10 suits all typical applications for column systems well, POLAR 12 excels in situations where high-powered bass is needed for continuous operation over longer periods of time. Featuring a larger cabinet and a 12″ woofer, POLAR 12 delivers the extra helping of low end that bass enthusiasts love so much. This makes it an excellent choice for DJs who have to pump out a big bass sound throughout the gig. In contrast to the usual bass boosting with electronic filters, the powerful bass of POLAR 12 is produced physically by the long-excursion woofer in an acoustically optimized, wooden cabinet. Thats why POLAR 12s bass delivers higher sound pressure and headroom even when levels spike, keeping the mid and high frequencies in perfect balance at high volumes.
The onboard 4-channel mixing console offers two mic/line channels, a dedicated instrument channel, e.g. for acoustic guitar, and an Aux channel for music players, as well as Bluetooth 5.0 Audio Streaming options. Users favorite POLAR 12 settings can be stored in five individual user presets.
The new E.A.S. connection system makes cables obsolete and guarantees easy setup, while ensuring POLAR 12 sits securely and stably in any location, and the included gig bag for the columnar elements and a cover for the subwoofer make handling even easier.
FACTS & FEATURES:
• Fully equipped active full-range column system with user-friendly operation
• 2,000-watt Class D power amplifier: high power reserves, perfect dynamic response
• 1″ driver with CD horn: high-definition audio up to 20 kHz and a wide dispersion of 120
• Six 3″ high-performance neodymium speakers: optimized for powerful midrange response
• 12″ long-excursion woofer with extra-large cabinet volume: POLAR makes the most of actual physics rather than relying on power-sucking electronic bass boost
• Subwoofer enclosure: low-resonance wooden construction with a classy look and cleverly designed carrying handles
• Integrated 24-bit DSP for a homogeneous and low-distortion sound experience across all frequency ranges: professional sound and fatigue-free listening
• Five individual user presets: the right sound setting for every situation
• Integrated 4-channel mixing console with multiple connection options
• Bluetooth 5.0 audio streaming
• Includes carrying bag for the column elements and padded protective cover for the subwoofer
Q & A
Question: J'ai une console de mixage 24 entrées de behringer est ce compatible avec vos haut -parleur a colonne polar 12?
- asked on Sep 16, 2024
- asked on Sep 16, 2024
Answer: Oui, n'importe quel mixeur tel que votre Behringer pourrait être ajouté aux entrées XLR du HK Polar 12.
- answered by David Callender, Brantford, Ontario
- answered by David Callender, Brantford, Ontario
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Atlantic Pro DJ & AV- Jeff Knee Halifax 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Halifax, Nova Scotia
I recently switched to these speakers for my DJ & Audio Visual Business. I previously had Yorkville Parasource 12s. I am a big fan of Yorkville. This is a completely different creature. I feel the Parasource 12s are louder. However the HKs have a better fuller sound with less listening fatigue.
The wide throw dispersion of sound fills a room. The clarity of the mid and highs is amazing and the thump of the 12 Inch subs have a great thump. Seems to be a great value.
Posted by Jeff Knee on Nov 28, 2023
Unreal 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Belleville, Ontario
I’ve just bought a set of these and am blown away. Unbelievable. I’ve run RCF, QSC, FBT…hi fi sound out of this 3 way powerhouse. Unbelievable bass, clean sound, great build quality. 5 year warranty….I’m impressed and so happy with this purchase. No more speakers on sticks….
Posted by Dave on Oct 7, 2023
Polar 10 2 of 6 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Brantford, Ontario
These are great for do blue tooth worked fine for music .Where it lacks is in a live setting.I tride the system for different places just small clubs they say 2000 watts probley peak not arms could not find any mention in the manual I did on the polar 8 it says 1200 that's peak book says 300 rms Bose or bol better bye bit more pricy but you get what you pay for.
Posted by James on Apr 5, 2023
good for DJs, not so hot for performers 5 of 9 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Orleans, Ontario
I was at a band practice where a BOSE Column was being used and the thing sounded amazing. I went to L&M to buy a BOSE but saw this and heard some music being pumped through via Bluetooth. Absolutely floored by the great sound and bought it immediately. So the thing sounds great for doing Bluetooth channelled music. Problems are getting a good sound with a mixer input. Tried to use it at one gig with a very nice Allen and Heath board. Could not get the volume up to anywhere near the Bluetooth channel and had to bring in other speakers. Tried it again as a monitor from a Mackie board. Again, not enough volume to be useable (well, we did use it but the hiss was so bad from being cranked it might have been better not to have it at all). Taking the same line level signal into my Yorkville Parasources and there was no problem. Also tried switching to mic vs line input. same deal. Also these are taller than the Bose systems which can be an issue on low stages, additionally, it says the centre connector can be eliminated so there is just one column top, but mine does not work this way. One last thing - it says 2000 watts, but compared to my Yorkvilles this must be peak watts and not RMS. I would recommend this for a DJ or house system but not for anyone performing.
Posted by Laurie Walker on Sep 19, 2022
WOW! 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
I have been using PA gear over the past 25 years. I have owned 9 systems since 2008 of my own with units from Yamaha and Yorkville. This was my first time taking the plunge on what I considered an "unknown" brand.
I bought these purely based on other local DJs in the area's opinions and to break these in, I set them up in a large hall. Once the music went up, I could easily tell that these were up to the task. I would even be willing to bet that just one could do this venue on its own.
From the get go, I have been getting compliments on the sound at almost every gig that I have been playing to ever since. People come up to me to let me know how great these sound.
The Bluetooth works great and the built in mixer is great for doing simple mixing for things like ceremonies.
A few things I would like to see added/modified
- An option to sent one audio channel out via the Mix Out XLR jack so 2 speakers can do bluetooth in Stereo
- A way to send the mix out of both speakers to each other so that the 3 channels on each can combine to make 6 channels to use for live sound over both speakers.
Despite giving the Features a "4", I will still rate this speaker a "5".
I highly recommend that you not delay purchasing this speaker since with inflation, I am sure these will increase in price like all the other speaker models have done.
Posted by Shane Cashin on Aug 24, 2022
Polar 12 25 of 25 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Peterborough, Ontario
After doing a lot of online research of many different similar systems, I came across this column on L&M's website. I went and listened to a Polar 10 at one of their local showrooms, very nice full sound with very good mid range warmth and clarity and the bass was tight. For my intended application I knew the Polar 12 would be my choice and it does not disappoint. At this price point you cannot go wrong with this column, from its sound to its construction it is impressive. I have been using Yorkville Elite speakers for 23yrs, this is the first time I ever considered, and purchased, another brand. HK stands behind this product giving you a 5yr warranty, how can you go wrong with that ? If you have been thinking about getting one of these column style speakers, do yourself a favor and go check one of these out. The only thing that is a con about it is that it has no built in reverb, not a deal breaker for me, but it's important to note.
Posted by RB on Oct 2, 2020
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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