K-Array Kayman KY102W-EBS – White Beam Steering Column Array

Product Overview

The K-Array Kayman KY102W-EBS is a white electronic beam steering column speaker engineered for commercial AV installations where the loudspeaker must blend into light-colored architecture while coverage is aimed digitally. This white steerable line array element applies FIR processing across eight independent amplifier channels to direct sound precisely at listeners, preserving speech intelligibility in acoustically difficult rooms. Consultants specify this architectural column speaker in white for houses of worship, auditoriums, and government chambers that demand both a clean visual line and up to 138 dB peak SPL. The same element is offered in a black KY102-EBS finish.

Product Description

Eight 4-inch neodymium magnet woofers sit in a slim stainless steel column 100 cm tall and under 12 cm wide, finished in white to vanish against plaster, stone, and painted surfaces. Where the mechanical Kayman sets its beam with a fixed vertical angle, the KY102W-EBS processes every driver through an independent FIR filter, so the vertical beam is steered and shaped entirely in software after the column is mounted flat to the wall. For integrators, that removes visible tilt hardware from the design and allows coverage to be revised remotely when seating layouts or room uses change. The element connects to its dedicated amplification over a 16-wire multicore cable, with K-Array's 8-channel Kommander platform running FIR-EBS firmware performing the per-driver processing. The IP65-rated stainless steel enclosure supports outdoor installation and humid environments, and connecting hardware is sold separately so each project can specify the correct mounting accessories.

Key Features

• White Architectural Finish — The factory white finish lets the column disappear against light interiors, with custom RAL colors also available for exact matches to design specifications.
• Electronic Beam Steering via FIR Processing — Independent FIR filters on each of the eight woofers steer the vertical beam digitally, aiming sound at the audience without tilting the enclosure.
• Eight Independent Amplifier Channels — The 8x 150 W, 8x 4-ohm architecture gives the matched Kommander amplification per-driver control for precise vertical coverage shaping.
• 138 dB Peak Output — A single slim column delivers enough output to cover medium-sized commercial venues with substantial headroom.
• 120 Hz – 20 kHz Frequency Response (-6 dB) — Wide bandwidth keeps voice and program audio natural, with K-Array Thunder subwoofers available for low-frequency extension.
• IP65 Stainless Steel Enclosure — The sealed build is suited to outdoor installations and humid indoor spaces without additional weather protection.
• Flat-Mount Installation — Software aiming means the column mounts flush and parallel to the wall, simplifying rigging and keeping sightlines clean.
• Compact One-Meter Form Factor — At 116 x 1000 x 134 mm and 14.9 kg, the element installs unobtrusively on columns, prosceniums, and architectural features.

Typical Applications

• House of worship sanctuaries with light-colored interiors needing discreet, intelligible reinforcement
• Auditoriums requiring digitally steered vertical coverage from flush-mounted white columns
• Government spaces such as council chambers where aesthetics and speech clarity are both mandated
• Commercial meeting spaces and all-hands rooms specifying white loudspeakers to match interior design
• Multi-purpose rooms where coverage must be re-aimed in software as configurations change

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What amplification does the KY102W-EBS require?

The KY102W-EBS is a passive steerable element that operates with K-Array's dedicated 8-channel Kommander amplification running FIR-EBS firmware, which provides the per-driver FIR processing that steers the beam. Each of the eight 4-ohm drivers requires its own processed amplifier channel, so generic two-channel amplifiers are not suitable.

How does beam steering help in reverberant rooms?

By steering acoustic energy onto the seating plane and away from ceilings and rear walls, FIR beam steering raises the direct-to-reverberant ratio, which improves speech intelligibility in sanctuaries, chambers, and other hard-surfaced rooms.

Is mounting and connecting hardware included?

No. Connecting hardware is sold separately so each installation can select the appropriate K-Array wall brackets, pole mounts, or flying hardware, including white accessory versions that match this finish. Creation Networks can help specify the right rigging package.

Can this white version be used outdoors?

Yes. The stainless steel enclosure carries an IP65 rating, supporting outdoor installations, pool areas, and other humid or demanding environments.

Does the system integrate with commercial control platforms?

Yes. K-Array's Kommander electronics offer plugins for Q-SYS, Crestron, and Control4, with Dante networking available on supported amplifiers, allowing straightforward integration into standard commercial AV systems.

What warranty covers the KY102W-EBS?

K-Array provides a 5-year manufacturer warranty, and Creation Networks supports the warranty process as an authorized dealer. See additional models in our K-Array collection.