K-Array Kayman KY102 – Variable Beam Stainless Steel Line Array

Product Overview

The K-Array Kayman KY102 is a variable beam line array element built for commercial installations that need high output from a slim, architecturally discreet column. This stainless steel column line array packs eight 4-inch neodymium woofers into a one-meter enclosure delivering up to 138 dB peak SPL with adjustable 7°–30° vertical by 90° horizontal coverage. Its IP64 rating makes it an outdoor-rated line array as well as a passive column speaker for auditoriums, houses of worship, and government facilities. This is the black finish; for digitally steered vertical coverage, see the Kayman KY102-EBS.

Product Description

The KY102 is the widest and most powerful column in K-Array's slim line array portfolio, designed for projects where maximum output, premium sound quality, and architectural elegance must coexist. Eight closely spaced 4-inch neodymium magnet woofers produce a true line source with 120 Hz – 20 kHz response, while a full-range preset extends response to 70 Hz – 20 kHz for systems that must run without external subwoofers. Variable beam control lets installers set vertical coverage between 7° and 30° to match throw distance and seating depth, and selectable 8-ohm or 32-ohm impedance simplifies multi-element loading on shared amplifier channels. SpeakON NL4 connectors carry signal in and loop through to the next element, supporting vertical and horizontal array configurations built with K-Array's rigging accessories — sold separately so each project specifies exactly the wall, pole, fly, or coupling hardware it needs. The stainless steel enclosure carries an IP64 rating, upgradeable to IP65 with sealing accessories, making the KY102 equally at home indoors and in outdoor installations. K-Array recommends pairing it with Thunder or Rumble subwoofers, such as the Thunder KS4P I, and powering it with Kommander amplifiers for optimal system tuning.

Key Features

• Variable Beam Vertical Coverage — Adjustable 7°–30° vertical dispersion lets installers match the beam to throw distance and seating depth without DSP-based steering.
• 138 dB Peak Output — The most powerful Kayman column delivers headroom for demanding speech and music reinforcement from a slim one-meter element.
• Eight 4-Inch Neodymium Woofers — Closely spaced drivers create true line source behavior with consistent 90° horizontal coverage across the audience.
• Full-Range Preset — An optional preset extends response to 70 Hz – 20 kHz, enabling subwoofer-free systems where program demands are moderate.
• Selectable 8/32-Ohm Impedance — Switchable impedance simplifies loading multiple elements on shared amplifier channels in larger arrays.
• SpeakON NL4 In and Through — Loop-through wiring supports clean daisy-chained vertical or horizontal line array configurations.
• IP64 Stainless Steel Enclosure — Outdoor-rated construction, upgradeable to IP65 with sealing accessories, suits exterior and humid installations.
• True Line Array Rigging Ecosystem — Dedicated K-Array hardware (sold separately) supports flying, wall mounting, pole mounting, and side-by-side coupling.
• Black, White, or Custom RAL Finishes — Finish options align the element with architectural and interior design specifications.

Typical Applications

• Auditoriums requiring high-output, low-profile line arrays with adjustable vertical coverage
• House of worship sanctuaries needing intelligible, discreet reinforcement for speech and music
• Government spaces such as chambers and assembly halls with strict aesthetic requirements
• Multi-purpose rooms and all-hands rooms hosting varied speech and program events
• Commercial meeting spaces, including outdoor or semi-outdoor venues, leveraging the IP64 rating

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What amplifier should power the Kayman KY102?

The KY102 is passive with 1200 W rated power and selectable 8/32-ohm impedance. K-Array recommends Kommander amplifiers, which include presets — such as the full-range preset — tuned specifically for the element, but any professional amplifier with appropriate power and DSP can drive it.

How is the KY102 different from the KY102-EBS?

The KY102 sets its vertical beam mechanically across a 7°–30° range, using a standard SpeakON connection and one amplifier channel path. The KY102-EBS instead steers its beam digitally via FIR processing on eight independent channels and requires dedicated 8-channel Kommander amplification. Choose the KY102 for conventional installs and the EBS when software-controlled aiming is required.

Is connecting and rigging hardware included?

No. Connecting hardware is sold separately so each project can specify the correct K-Array accessories — wall brackets, pole mounts, fly bars, joining hardware, or side-by-side couplers. Creation Networks can help build the right rigging package for your design.

Can the KY102 be installed outdoors?

Yes. The stainless steel enclosure is rated IP64 for outdoor installation and can be upgraded to IP65 with K-Array's connector sealing accessories for fully exposed locations.

Does the KY102 need a subwoofer?

For speech and moderate program material, the full-range preset extends response to 70 Hz without a subwoofer. For music-forward systems, K-Array recommends pairing with Thunder or Rumble subwoofers, such as the Thunder KS4P I, for extension down to 30 Hz.

How does it integrate into a commercial AV system?

Driven by K-Array Kommander electronics, the system gains control integration with Q-SYS, Crestron, Control4, and other platforms, plus Dante networking on supported amplifiers, fitting standard commercial AV integration practice.

What warranty applies to this product?

K-Array provides a 5-year manufacturer warranty, supported by Creation Networks as an authorized dealer. See the full range in our K-Array collection.