UPACompact Coverage Loudspeakers
UPA-1P, UPA-2P
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Narrow Or Wide – We’ve Got You Covered
Surprising Power in a Compact Package
The UPA loudspeakers provide high power output, low distortion, and consistent polar response in a compact, vented two-way enclosure for exceptional fidelity and extended high-frequency performance.
Exceptional Meyer Sound Technology
The Constant-Q horn affords uniform response throughout the coverage area, be it wide (UPA-1P) or narrow (UPA-2P). In addition, extraordinarily flat amplitude and phase response allow for tonal accuracy and precise imaging.
Makes Designing a Breeze
Predictable array performance ensures system design flexibility. Optional rigging frame, mounting yoke and pole mount adaptors allow fast, flexible installation and easy aiming.
Venues and Applications
Both the UPA-1P and UPA-2P shine in halls, clubs, houses of worship, theatrical sound reinforcement, portable and installed audio-visual systems, compact voice reinforcement systems, and frontfill and under balcony applications, with the UP-1P also a great choice for cinema surround sound and effects.
Remarkably Compact and Lightweight
UPA-1P: Wide CoverageThe UPA-1P is distinguished by the extraordinarily smooth and predictable behavior of its proprietary high-frequency horn. Uniformly predictable polar behavior takes much of the guesswork out of system design and assures arrays that exhibit minimal destructive interference. | UPA-2P: Narrow CoverageThe UPA-2P’s narrow pattern enables precisely controlled coverage and arrayability and increases efficiency at high frequencies This versatile unit has many sound reinforcement applications, as a main front-of-house loudspeaker in smaller venues (singly or in arrays), as a delay or fill loudspeaker in larger systems, and more. | Intelligent AC for Reliable PowerThe UPA-1P and UPA-2P are equipped with Meyer Sound's Intelligent AC power supply, which auto-selects the correct operating voltage, suppresses high voltage transients, filters EMI and provides soft-start power-up | Customizable and Built to LastThe durable trapezoidal enclosure is covered with a black textured hard-shell finish, and includes a protective hex-stamped steel grille and charcoal grey foam cover. Options include weather protection, custom color finishes, and cabinets with no handles for fixed applications requiring specific cosmetics. |
UPA-1P: Wide CoverageThe UPA-1P is distinguished by the extraordinarily smooth and predictable behavior of its proprietary high-frequency horn. Uniformly predictable polar behavior takes much of the guesswork out of system design and assures arrays that exhibit minimal destructive interference. | |
UPA-2P: Narrow CoverageThe UPA-2P’s narrow pattern enables precisely controlled coverage and arrayability and increases efficiency at high frequencies This versatile unit has many sound reinforcement applications, as a main front-of-house loudspeaker in smaller venues (singly or in arrays), as a delay or fill loudspeaker in larger systems, and more. | |
Intelligent AC for Reliable PowerThe UPA-1P and UPA-2P are equipped with Meyer Sound's Intelligent AC power supply, which auto-selects the correct operating voltage, suppresses high voltage transients, filters EMI and provides soft-start power-up | |
Customizable and Built to LastThe durable trapezoidal enclosure is covered with a black textured hard-shell finish, and includes a protective hex-stamped steel grille and charcoal grey foam cover. Options include weather protection, custom color finishes, and cabinets with no handles for fixed applications requiring specific cosmetics. |
The Self-Powered Advantage
Meyer Sound has been pioneering self-powered loudspeakers for professional installations and touring since 1995. We’ve committed to self-powered systems because we know they deliver unrivaled clarity, reliable performance, value, and ease of use.
If you’ve been thinking about investing in a self-powered system, you’ve come to the right place.
First, a Little History...
The story of self-powered loudspeakers is in many ways the story of Meyer Sound itself.
In the 1970s, sound reinforcement technology was inconsistent science at best, and at worst, led to show-ending failures. A young John Meyer, designing loudspeakers for San Francisco’s McCune Sound Service, wanted to bring quality and reliability to sound systems, and he knew the answer lay in self-powered loudspeakers. In 1979 Meyer founded his own speaker company; early Meyer Sound innovations include the iconic HD-1 self-powered studio monitor launched in 1989.
Today Meyer Sound offers a full range of self-powered sound reinforcement products. Meyer Sound systems can be found on tour with artists ranging from Ed Sheeran to Metallica, on Broadway and London’s West End, and in performance venues from the San Francisco Opera to the Vienna Philharmonic not to mention sports stadiums, cruise ships, and houses of worship around the world.
Why Self-Powered?
Self-powered loudspeakers offer several advantages over their passive counterparts when it comes to fidelity, reliability, and simplicity. The great part is, you’ll start to reap the benefits of a self-powered system before you even power up.
Ease of deployment: System set-up is so much easier when you have fewer components and fewer cables to worry about being miswired. Since self-powered loudspeakers incorporate amplification, you’ll never have to deal with matching speakers to amplifiers or connecting components. You don’t have to worry about calibration of gain and crossover setting which means more time focusing on the show. Eliminating amp racks doesn’t just streamline system deployment, it streamlines your inventory whether you’re a rental house or a road warrior. And when you consider that the average amp rack weighs nearly 300 pounds and takes up four feet of truck space, the efficiencies get even clearer. Let alone when you want to fly the amplifier racks to get closer to the speakers, often requiring more rigging points and more motors.
Predictable, reliable operation: Internal amplification is closely matched to drivers. Because individual components have been optimized during manufacturing, you can expect consistent sound from show to show. Built-in, factory-optimized protection circuitry provides extra assurance without degrading signal quality. And, when you have less equipment, you have less risk of failure.
Better frequency and phase response: Because self-powered loudspeakers incorporate sophisticated processing, they are calibrated to exhibit optimal response curves in key performance parameters. Active crossovers are more precise, sophisticated designs, and bi-amped systems are time aligned, eliminating phase issues. The result? Accurate sound throughout the speaker’s range, at any volume level.
Unparalleled clarity: In, self-powered floor monitors internal amplifiers are precision-matched to drivers, delivering optimal power at all times for cleaner sound. And because amps are built into loudspeaker cabinets, there’s no need for long lengths of connecting cable, which can become prone to distortion and signal loss.
Tighter transients: Since self-powered loudspeakers have very short internal cables, amps inside can more effectively dampen driver mechanical motion, which leads to better sonic accuracy and tighter, crisper transients. (And, there’s none of the loss in levels and signal quality inherent over long cable distances.)
Certified Safe: Nothing matters more than the safety of your staff and customers. Because self-powered loudspeakers incorporate amplification, they must undergo rigorous testing by Underwriters Laboratories and other international organizations to ensure they operate safely and guard against the risk of fire, electric shock, and inadequate structural design. Enjoy peace of mind knowing Meyer Sound powered products are certified by FCC, UL, CSA, CE, and CEE the most stringent agencies in the business.
The Problems with Passive
What about passive loudspeakers? At first glance, passive systems may seem like a bargain. But we already know that passive systems require more components and accessories than powered systems. Sonically, they exhibit potential for signal loss over distances, and it is very hard to ensure consistent, optimal sound and volume as amplifiers have many variables to consider when being matched to loudspeakers, such as cable lengths and gauge as well as the number of speakers connected to the amplifier.
Passive systems are often touted as easy to service. But because powered loudspeakers are so complex to design and build, self-powered loudspeakers usually represent the top innovations from leading manufacturers better quality translates to better reliability, which means fewer maintenance issues in the long run.
At face value, passive systems might seem less expensive and easier to maintain. But once you start adding in amps, cables, and other components not to mention increased transport and labor costs you’ll find that those savings just don’t add up to a better value.
Step Up to a Self-Powered System
Once you recognize all of the advantages inherent in self-powered loudspeaker systems, it’s easy to understand why the world’s top venues and productions rely on them to deliver consistently stunning sound.
UPA Accessories
MG-1D MULTIPURPOSE GRID/TRANSITION FRAME
multipurpose grid - used to fly or groundstack M1D/M1D-Sub arrays or to fly small M2D/M2D-Sub arraysPart Number: 40.115.100.01
MRF-UPA30 STEEL RIGGING FRAME FOR UPA
30-degree rigging frame for arraying ring and stud-fitted UPA-2P/2C systems. Requires MRFPB-UPA pick-up bar for hanging and tilting.Part Number: 40.077.038.09
MRFPB-UPA RIGGING FRAME PICKUP BAR
UPA-2 rigging frame pick-up bar steel plate to be placed on the ends and/or between two MRF-UPA30 framesPart Number: 40.077.038.10
MSMP-UPA STAND MOUNT FOR UPA
stand mount plate for UPA - accepts Atlas or Ultimate Support BMB-200K. Kit does not include pole or adaptor for a pole.Part Number: 40.076.056.01
MYA-UPA CRADLE-STYLE MOUNTING YOKE ASSY
mounting cradle-style yoke for a single UPA loudspeaker - includes necessary M10 nut plates and hardwarePart Number: 40.076.038.02