LD SYSTEMS MAUI 44 G2

Column systems have literally revolutionized numerous application areas for bands and DJs. Never has it been easier to provide a consistent sound solution from a simple, inconspicuous PA system - even in large spaces. The MAUI 44 G2 is now the practical, powerful solution for the professional segment.

 

The LD Systems MAUI 44 G2 is the flagship of the MAUI series column PAs: it offers an enormous 1,500 watts of total output (RMS) with a frequency response of 37 Hz to 20 kHz and a sound-level pressure of 132 dB (peak). With its outstanding sound properties and wide-ranging functions, this compact column PA is perfect for rental companies, musicians, small clubs, street festivals and permanent installations. The cardioid properties of the column elements and the possibility of creating a cardioid bass with an additional subwoofer further highlights the professional nature of this sound system. The column achieves a rear attenuation of 18 dB, the subwoofer 15 dB. The MAUI 44 G2 also sets the tone when the two-part column is equipped with twelve 3.5" neodymium full-range speakers and four 1" HF drivers with waveguide. The phase plugs on the six upper drivers improve horizontal directivity, reduce distortion and optimise the sensitivity below the crossover frequency for the tweeters. In addition, the four tweeters feature specially designed and optimised compression drivers coupled to a constant directivity waveguide to provide 120° of coverage across the width and 25° of focused vertical directivity. The curved design of the waveguide transports more energy in the high frequencies to listeners standing further away.

 

In the case of permanent installations or when providing sound for conferences, the TrueWireless™ stereo function makes life a whole lot easier since it enables two systems to be wirelessly connected for stereo reproduction. Bluetooth® streaming in HD quality is no problem at all thanks to aptX™ and AAC Codec, while DynX® DSP technology ensures distortion-free sound reproduction even at the very highest volumes. Total and subwoofer levels can be individually adjusted, providing a perfectly balanced sound in all situations, with a crystal-clear treble, a crisp mid-range and - thanks to the flow-optimised bass-reflex channels - a powerful bass.

 

Another particularly user-friendly feature of the MAUI 44 G2 is automatic set-up recognition: if the column is removed to use the subwoofer as a slave, for example, the display automatically jumps to SLAVE and functions such as Bluetooth and the volume controls for MAIN and SUB no longer appear.

The MAUI 44 G2 is absolutely top-class when it comes to transportation and mobile use, too: assembly is quick and simple with no need for cables or stands - special multi-pin connections are used instead. Together, the rugged subwoofer housing made of birch multiplex with polyurea coating and the light, powder-coated aluminium column weigh a total of less than 48 kg - a weight reduction of 20% as compared to the predecessor model. The optionally available transport roller board, carry bag and sub cover do a superb job in day-to-day use. In terms of inputs, the MAUI 44 G2 offers two XLR IN connections, while two XLR outputs enable a wired stereo configuration of two systems. Meanwhile the SUB OUT can be used to hook up an additional subwoofer, and the power supply is via secure and reliable powerCon connection.

Product type	PA Complete Systems
Type	active
Colour	Black
Max. SPL (peak)	132 dB
Frequency response	37 - 20000 Hz
Dispersion (H x V)	120 x 25 °
Total Height	2256 mm
Weight	47,6 kg
Features	Bluetooth Audio Streaming , DSP-based Signal Processing , Excellent Sound Dispersion , Mono/ Stereo Application

 

Subwoofer

Woofer dimensions	15 "
Woofer size	381 mm
Woofer magnet	Neodymium
Woofer brand	Custom-made
Woofer voice coil	4 "
Woofer voice coil (mm)	101 mm
Cabinet construction	Bass Reflex
Housing material	15 mm Birch Plywood , 18 mm Birch Plywood
Cabinet surface	Polyurea
Dimensions Subwoofer (W x H x D)	434 x 634 x 637 mm
Subwoofer weight	36.4 kg

 

Mid/Hi System

Midrange size	12 x 3,5 "
Midrange size	12 x 89 mm
Midrange magnet	Neodymium
Midrange brand	Custom-made
Midrange voice coil	1 "
Midrange voice coil	25.4 mm
Tweeter dimensions	4 x 0.5 "
Tweeter dimensions (mm)	12.7 mm
Tweeter magnet	Neodymium
Tweeter brand	Custom-made
Tweeter voice coil	1 "
Tweeter voice coil (mm)	25.4 mm
Wave Guide	CD Waveguide
Loudspeaker inputs	1
Speaker input connections	Custom-made multipin
Cabinet construction mid/high	Closed
Mid/Hi system cabinet material	Aluminum
Mid/Hi system cabinet surface	HD coated aluminum , multi layer mesh (cloth)
Mid/Hi system width	103 mm
Mid/Hi system height	1621 mm
Mid/Hi system depth	135 mm
Mid/Hi system weight	11.2 kg

 

Amplifier module (integrated in subwoofer)

Amplifier	Class D
System output (RMS):	1500 W
Protection circuits	DC protection , Multiband limiter , short circuit , thermal protection
Cooling	Convection
Controls	Bluetooth HOLD TO LINK button , Bluetooth STEREO LINK button , Cardioid On/Off , Main level , Power On/Off , Sub level
Indicators	Bluetooth , Bluetooth STEREO LINK , Cardioid On/Off , Limit , Power , Protect (protection circuit engaged) , Signal , slave mode , Subwoofer Mode
Mains connector	Neutrik PowerCon
Operating voltage	100 V AC - 120 V AC, 50 - 60 Hz , 220 V AC - 240 V AC, 50-60 Hz
Ambient temperature (operating)	0 - 40 °C
Relative Humidity	< 80% (non-condensing)
Line Inputs	2
Line Input Connectors	XLR female
Line Outputs	2
Line Output Connectors	XLR male
Number of speaker outputs	1
Loudspeaker Output Connectors	Custom-made multipin
Bluetooth Standard	A2DP
Bluetooth Audio Decoder	AAC , aptX , SBC

 

DSP characteristics

Bit depth AD/DA converter	24 bit
Sampling frequency	48 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio	106 dB