K-Array Kayman KY52 – Compact Variable Beam Line Array Element

Product Overview

The K-Array Kayman KY52 is a compact variable beam line array element built for commercial AV installations that need high output and wide-band clarity from a half-meter column. Four closely spaced 4-inch neodymium magnet woofers deliver up to 132 dB peak SPL with adjustable 10°–45° vertical by 90° horizontal coverage, making this passive column speaker well suited to conference rooms, houses of worship, and multi-purpose rooms where a full-height array is unnecessary. A full-range preset extends response down to 60 Hz for subwoofer-free speech and program systems. When a project needs more output and a one-meter element, step up to the Kayman KY102.

Product Description

The KY52 is the 50 cm member of K-Array's Kayman series — the widest-driver columns in the company's slim line array portfolio — packing the same 4-inch neodymium woofers as the KY102 into a shorter, lighter element for smaller rooms and tighter sightlines. Its four drivers form a true line source with 120 Hz – 20 kHz response (60 Hz – 20 kHz with the full-range preset), delivering clean speech intelligibility and genuine music performance in near-field and medium-throw applications. Variable beam control lets installers set vertical coverage anywhere from 10° to 45°, matching the beam to seating depth in rooms where ceiling height limits throw. Selectable 4-ohm or 16-ohm impedance simplifies loading multiple elements on shared amplifier channels, and SpeakON NL4 connectors carry signal in and loop through to the next element for daisy-chained vertical or horizontal arrays. The 510 mm stainless steel enclosure weighs just 5.8 kg, and K-Array's rigging ecosystem — wall brackets, pole mounts, fly bars, joining hardware, and the K-STAGE2 stage bracket, all sold separately — supports permanent installation or portable deployment. K-Array recommends Kommander amplifiers with dedicated KY52 presets and Thunder or Rumble subwoofers for extended low-frequency systems. This is the black finish; see also the white Kayman KY52W.

Key Features

• Four 4-Inch Neodymium Woofers — The largest drivers in K-Array's slim column range deliver full-bodied output and 20 kHz extension from a compact element.
• 132 dB Peak Output — A half-meter column with serious headroom for speech and music reinforcement in small to medium rooms.
• Variable Beam Vertical Coverage — Adjustable 10°–45° vertical dispersion matches the beam to seating depth without DSP-based steering.
• Full-Range Preset — An optional preset extends response to 60 Hz – 20 kHz, enabling subwoofer-free systems where program demands are moderate.
• Selectable 4/16-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.
• Compact 510 mm Stainless Steel Enclosure — At 5.8 kg, the element installs easily where a full-meter column would dominate the wall.
• Complete Rigging Ecosystem — Dedicated K-Array hardware (sold separately) supports wall mounting, pole mounting, flying, stage monitoring, and side-by-side coupling.
• Black, White, or Custom RAL Finishes — Finish options align the element with architectural and interior design specifications.

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms and boardrooms needing premium program audio from a discreet column
• House of worship sanctuaries and chapels requiring intelligible, low-profile reinforcement
• Multi-purpose rooms and training rooms hosting varied speech and program events
• Government spaces such as hearing rooms and chambers with strict aesthetic requirements
• Commercial meeting spaces and all-hands rooms using distributed column loudspeakers

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What amplifier should power the Kayman KY52?

The KY52 is passive with 600 W rated power and selectable 4/16-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 does the KY52 differ from the Kayman KY102?

The KY52 is a 50 cm element with four 4-inch woofers and 132 dB peak output; the KY102 doubles the length and driver count for 138 dB and longer throw. Choose the KY52 for smaller rooms and shorter throws, or combine multiple elements as a project scales.

Is connecting and rigging hardware included?

No. Connecting hardware is sold separately so each project specifies the correct K-Array accessories — K-WALL2 wall brackets, K-PMOUNT pole adapters, K-FLY3 fly bars, K-JOINT3 joining hardware, or the K-STAGE2 stage bracket. Creation Networks can help build the right rigging package for your design.

Does the KY52 need a subwoofer?

For speech and moderate program material, the full-range preset extends response to 60 Hz without a subwoofer. For music-forward systems, K-Array recommends pairing with Thunder or Rumble subwoofers.

Can the KY52 be used outdoors?

The stainless steel enclosure is built for durability, and K-Array's IP65 sealing kits (sold separately) protect the SpeakON connections in exposed or high-humidity locations.

How does it integrate into a commercial AV system?

Driven by K-Array Kommander electronics, the system gains DSP presets and control integration consistent with standard commercial AV practice for installed column and distributed systems. See the full range in our K-Array collection.