Avante AS8 ACDC 250W Active Column PA System

The AS8 ACDC active column system from Avante Audio, the perfect portable sound system for small venues, acoustic performers, and mobile entertainers. With its fully-featured and easy to set up design, this system comprises an 8-inch neodymium subwoofer enclosure and two column units, one loaded with six precision-aligned 2.75-inch neodymium drivers and the other serving as a spacer to lift the speaker column to optimal height.

Thanks to Avante's innovative SAM (Secure Array Mount) system, the columns can be locked securely to the sub and to each other, without any risk of toppling over. SAM connection also eliminates the need for speaker cables by passing the audio signal from the sub up to the columns.

The AS8 ACDC boasts a Class D power amplifier with a built-in limiter that delivers 1000W of power, making it perfect for small bands and solo performers. The flexible 4-input mixer with a 2-band EQ allows direct connection of line-level audio sources, microphones, and even guitars, while the BLUETOOTH 5.0+ stereo audio connection enables wireless streaming of music from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop.

This lightweight system can be easily transported in a small car and comes with a padded bag for carrying and protecting the column units. It operates self-contained on a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, providing an average run time of 4 to 5 hours at full charge. Alternatively, it can be plugged in using the universal power supply (100 to 240 VAC 50/60Hz).

The active vented subwoofer boasts a frequency response of 55-200Hz, with a maximum output SPL of 116dB (at max. amp output). The 8-inch neodymium subwoofer, with a 1.5” voice coil and 28 oz. magnet, is housed in a durable PP plastic cabinet with a 1.0mm steel grill. Meanwhile, the passive full-range speaker column has a frequency response of 180-20kHz, a maximum output SPL of 110dB, and is fitted with 6x 2.75-inch neodymium drivers. The cabinet is also made of durable PP plastic with a 1.0mm steel grill.

The AS8 ACDC also features a 4-input mixer with line out, two mic/line inputs, two guitar/line inputs, and a 1/8” stereo Aux Input. Dual band EQ and a line output (XLR) round out the package. And with the extended position dimensions of 13.8”x16.9”x79.1” / 350x430x2010mm and compact position dimensions of 13.8”x16.9”x47.6” / 350x430x1210mm, the AS8 ACDC is versatile enough to handle any small venue gig.

Overall, the AS8 ACDC active column system is the ideal solution for small venues, performers and mobile entertainers looking for a portable sound system that delivers premium sound quality and ease of use.

Key Features

• Driver: 6x 2.75-inch neodymium drivers
• 4 input mixer with line out
• Two (2) Mic/Line Input (XLR/TRS Combo)
• Two (2) Guitar/Line Input (1/4” Stereo)
• 1/8” stereo Aux Input
• Line Output (XLR)
• Driver: 8-inch neodymium subwoofer, 1.5” voice coil, 28 oz. magnet

Technical Specifications

SYSTEM INCLUDES
(1) 8-inch neodymium Subwoofer
(1) Column with six 2-75-inch neodymium Speakers
(1) Spacer
(1) Carry bag for columns
AMPLIFIER
Inputs
Two XLR/TRS combo jacks, Stereo 1/4” inputs, Stereo 1/8” input, Bluetooth
Outputs
XLR balanced line output
Power output
RMS 250W (SUB) RMS, 1000W peak
Volume
Input Gain control per channel
EQ
Main out 2 band EQ
LEDs
Power/Clip indicator
Power Input
100-240V~50/60Hz switchable 250W
On-board Lithium-Ion Battery. (Rechargeable)
Battery life indicator
Amplifier
Class D amplifier with switching power design
ACTIVE VENTED SUBWOOFER
Frequency Response
55-200Hz
Max Output SPL
116dB (at max. amp output)
Impedance
4 Ohm
Driver
8-inch neodymium subwoofer, 1.5” voice coil, 28 oz. magnet
Cabinet
PP plastic
Grill
1.0mm steel
Dimensions
13.8”x16.9”x16.3” / 350x430x413mm
Weight
25.8 lbs. / 11 kg.
PASSIVE FULL-RANGE SPEAKER COLUMN
Frequency Response
180-20kHz
Max. output SPL
110dB
Impedance
4 Ohm
Driver
6x 2.75-inch neodymium drivers
Cabinet
PP plastic
Grill
1.0mm steel
Dimensions
3.8”x3.8”x34.3” / 96x96x870mm (each column)
Weight
11 lbs. / 5 kg. (Each column)
REAR PANEL
4 input mixer with line out
Two (2) Mic/Line Input (XLR/TRS Combo)
Two (2) Guitar/Line Input (1/4” Stereo)
1/8” stereo Aux Input
Line Output (XLR)
Dual Band EQ
Battery life indicator
BLUETOOTH 5.0+ Stereo Connection
EXTENDED POSITION
Dimensions
13.8”x16.9”x79.1” / 350x430x2010mm
COMPACT POSITION
Dimensions
13.8”x16.9”x47.6” / 350x430x1210mm
APPROVALS
cETLus (Control #3069848)
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