K-Array Vyper KV102 II – Ultra-Flat 100cm Line Array Element (Black)

Product Overview

The K-Array Vyper KV102 II is an ultra-flat 100cm line array speaker built for discreet installed audio in boardrooms, conference rooms, and architectural commercial spaces where the loudspeaker must blend into the surface it mounts on. Just 22 mm deep, this passive aluminum line array element carries sixteen 1" neodymium magnet drivers that deliver true line source behavior — phase coherence, low distortion, and 120 dB peak SPL — from a profile thinner than most trim. For integrators specifying low-profile commercial speakers with high speech intelligibility, the KV102 II in black is the surface-mount foundation of the Vyper family.

Product Description

The KV102 II uses a frameless precision-extruded aluminum chassis designed for clean, bracketless application on any flat surface, so the speaker reads as an architectural detail rather than AV equipment. K-Array's Pure Array Technology places sixteen closely spaced 1" neodymium cone drivers along the one-meter element, producing the controlled 7-degree vertical by 140-degree horizontal coverage that defines a true line array: sound is projected onto listeners and kept off reflective ceilings and floors, preserving intelligibility in acoustically difficult rooms.

Selectable 8-ohm or 32-ohm impedance is the KV102 II's key system-design advantage: at 32 ohms, up to eight elements can share a single 4-ohm amplifier channel, which eliminates 70V transformer lines in wide distributed installations while keeping full low-impedance fidelity. The included 2-pin Euroblock connector simplifies terminations, and dedicated DSP presets are available when the speaker is powered by K-Array electronics such as the Prisma KPRA02+ matrix processing platform. The same element is offered in white as the KV102W II and in an in-wall recessed version as the KV102R II. See the full K-Array collection for matched subwoofers and amplification.

Key Features

• Ultra-Flat 22 mm Profile — The 40 x 1000 x 22 mm frameless aluminum chassis mounts nearly flush on any flat surface, keeping the audio system visually subordinate to the architecture.
• Sixteen 1" Neodymium Drivers — Closely spaced neodymium magnet cone transducers create a true line source with phase coherence and low distortion in both near-field and distant listening.
• Pure Array Technology — K-Array's PAT design assures even coverage along the 7-degree vertical by 140-degree horizontal pattern for consistent level across seated audiences.
• Selectable 8/32-Ohm Impedance — At 32 ohms, up to eight KV102 II elements run on one 4-ohm amplifier channel, replacing 70V distributed lines without transformers.
• 120 dB Peak SPL, 300 W Rated — High output from a one-meter element lets a small number of speakers cover substantial meeting and assembly spaces.
• 150 Hz – 18 kHz Response — Full vocal-band reproduction (-6 dB) handles speech on its own and pairs with K-Array Truffle or Rumble subwoofers for program music.
• Installer-Friendly Termination — The included 2-pin Euroblock connector provides fast, secure wiring during commercial AV deployment.
• Lightweight at 1.8 kg — The aluminum element mounts to walls and millwork without structural reinforcement, with K-Array wall bracket accessories available.

Typical Applications

• Boardrooms and conference rooms needing high-intelligibility audio that disappears against the wall
• Commercial meeting spaces and huddle rooms flanking displays with slim column elements
• Houses of worship requiring discreet speech reinforcement in reverberant rooms
• Government spaces and council chambers specifying low-profile installed sound
• Auditoriums and all-hands rooms deploying distributed line array coverage
• Multi-purpose rooms and training rooms built on low-impedance zoned audio

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What amplifier do I need for the KV102 II?
Any low-impedance installation amplifier rated for the selected 8-ohm or 32-ohm load is suitable. K-Array electronics, including the Prisma KPRA02+, ship with dedicated Vyper loudspeaker presets for optimized response and driver protection.

Can I run multiple KV102 II speakers on one amplifier channel?
Yes. With the impedance set to 32 ohms, up to eight elements can be paralleled on a single 4-ohm amplifier channel — the design intent behind the Vyper line for wide distributed systems without 70V transformers.

How does it mount?
The frameless chassis is designed for clean bracketless mounting directly on flat surfaces, and K-Array offers compatible K-WALL2-series wall and ceiling brackets where angled aiming is required. An in-wall recessed alternative is available as the KV102R II.

Is a subwoofer required?
Not for speech. The 150 Hz to 18 kHz response covers the vocal range; for music programs, K-Array recommends pairing with its Truffle or Rumble subwoofer lines.

Does it integrate with conferencing and control systems?
As a passive speaker it connects to any system's amplifier outputs. When driven by K-Array Prisma electronics, the complete chain can be controlled through Crestron, AMX, Q-SYS, and Control4 plugins published by K-Array.

What warranty applies?
K-Array loudspeakers carry the manufacturer's 5-year warranty policy, and Creation Networks assists with system design, ordering, and post-sale support for commercial integrators.