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Above all you can trust Sonance sound and build quality to resolve every outdoor audio challenge beautifully . Choose from a wide range of sat / sub options , all-weather in-walls and on-walls
Sonance VP Extreme inwalls are built to survive the harshest outdoor environments
Larger Gardens And Estates
The Sonance Landscape Series ( SLS ) sat / sub systems are designed to disappear into the foliage in multiple 70V speaker arrays , daisy-chained for ease of installation and scalability . Two 4in satellites and a high power output 6in satellite can be positioned in trees , hidden in planting beds or along walkways to generate a controlled audiophile-quality sound field with minimal hot spots and dead zones in any landscape at extremely high sound pressure levels . Twin 10in and high power 12in below-ground subwoofers provide superior bass while blending seamlessly with the environment . For large patios or rooftop terraces a 10in ‘ Hardscape ’ subwoofer integrates with satellites adapted for surface mounting or installed in pots or planter boxes . And for added design traction , our free-of-charge SLS custom design service will map system permutations on your outdoor plan , calculating sound coverage , power and zone configurations for presentation to your client . Drive the systems with the Sonance DSP 2-750 amplifier equipped with hundreds of EQ presets tailored for SLS speakers .
Smaller Gardens
For gardens up to 150 m ² the excellent SonArray SR1 package has the form-factor of the high-end Landscape models at a more accessible price . You ’ ll get eight distinctive satellites , and an 8in dual voicecoil underground subwoofer – all merchandised in a single carton . The 8-ohm system can be powered by a standard AV receiver , stereo amplifier or , ideally , the Sonance SR 2-125 amplifier , custom-built for SonArray . It includes 20 custom-built DSP presets for hardscape , softscape and everything in-between , allowing for high performance tuning in a variety of outdoor applications through direct rear-panel EQ controls . Add a second SR1 subwoofer for enhanced bass , or for perfect coverage in cottage gardens , add four 8-ohm versions of the Landscape LS48SAT to the SR1 sub and drive with the SR 2-125 amplifier .
Near Pool Areas
The super-discreet VP Extreme range of in-wall all-weather models offers the performance of the interior VP speakers but is engineered with samarium cobalt magnets and 316L stainless steel to withstand the rigours of fresh and salt water environments at temperatures ranging from minus 34 to plus 79 Celsius .
All-Weather On-Walls
The brand new Mariner line combines higher musical performance with more installation options than ever before . Featuring completely redesigned acoustic systems for low distortion and high power handling , an exclusive Fastmount bracket system and innovative front-mounted terminals , the seven models across three sizes and three performance levels feature tough IP66-rated paintable sealed polypropylene enclosures in black or white , and perforated aluminium grilles .
Landscape : super discreet 70V sat / sub , ideal for big estates
SonArray : super discreet 8ohm sat / sub for even , high quality coverage in smaller gardens
Mariner : high quality audio from the latest Sonance all-weather on-wall range
Rocks : the perfect blend of great sound and completely discreet design for rockeries
For Rockeries
Spread the sound quality to adjacent flower beds or rockeries with the super-durable Sonance Rock satellites and sub . Their rock-like appearance has been designed to look even more natural , so while the sound is way above par for the form-factor , the camouflage is complete !
As spring turns to summer , there ’ s no better time to be growing your business outside the home , especially when the trend to extend is so prevalent amongst your fifty-something clients . Besides owning all the land and the spending power they also share an affinity for music , so if they ’ re already singing your praises for work indoors , plant the idea of high quality outdoor audio from Sonance , and see the opportunities bloom .
* The Horticultural Trades Association ** Verdict Retail ’ s 2016 garden report
More Information : Habitech + 44 ( 0 ) 1256 638500 , www . habitech . co . uk
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