Meyer Sound LEOPARD Line Array Loudspeaker - Standard (3-pin) - 09.243.201.02
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Meyer Sound LEOPARD Line Array Loudspeaker - Standard (3-pin) - 09....
Product Overview
The Meyer Sound LEOPARD is a compact, self-powered linear line array loudspeaker built for high-output sound reinforcement in small- to medium-sized touring and fixed installations. With 110-degree horizontal coverage in a lightweight cabinet, this compact line array speaker delivers high intelligibility and low distortion for venues such as theaters, clubs, and houses of worship. This standard 3-pin configuration provides balanced analog audio input for straightforward integration into installed AV systems. As part of Meyer Sound's LEO family, LEOPARD pairs onboard amplification with precise directional control.
Product Description
LEOPARD integrates two 9-inch long-excursion cone drivers and a 3-inch compression driver coupled to a constant-directivity horn through a patented REM manifold, driven by a three-channel class D amplifier rated at 3900 W peak. Its self-powered design and Native Mode allow excellent performance out of the box with minimal external processing, while QuickFly rigging with captive GuideALinks sets splay angles from 0.5 to 15 degrees. This standard 3-pin model accepts balanced analog audio over XLR. For low-frequency extension, LEOPARD pairs with the 750-LFC and other LFC elements, and integrators may also compare it with the larger-format PANTHER-L. Additional Meyer Sound line array products are available in the Meyer Sound collection.
Key Features
- Compact Self-Powered Design — Onboard three-channel class D amplification removes the need for external amplifier racks in a lightweight 75 lb cabinet.
- 110-degree Horizontal Coverage — Wide, consistent coverage with strong phase coherence suits a broad range of room shapes.
- High Output, Low Distortion — A 142 dB maximum SPL with THD below 0.02 percent delivers high headroom with clean reproduction.
- Native Mode Operation — Optimized factory tuning yields strong performance out of the box with minimal external processing.
- QuickFly GuideALink Rigging — Captive rigging sets splay angles from 0.5 to 15 degrees for fast, repeatable array assembly.
- Standard 3-Pin Analog Input — XLR 3-pin connectors accept balanced audio for direct integration into installed AV systems.
- RMS Remote Monitoring Ready — LEOPARD works with Meyer Sound's RMS system for comprehensive parameter monitoring from a host computer.
- LEO-Family Integration — Galileo GALAXY product-integration files allow use as fill within LYON and LEO-M systems.
Typical Applications
- House of Worship — High intelligibility and wide coverage support speech and music in worship spaces.
- Auditorium — Compact arrays deliver even coverage and headroom for theater and auditorium programs.
- Multi-Purpose Room — Lightweight, scalable arrays adapt to varied events in multi-purpose venues.
- All-Hands Room — Clear full-bandwidth reproduction serves large corporate presentation spaces.
Technical Specifications
| Operating Frequency Range | 55 Hz – 18 kHz |
| Phase Response | 92 Hz – 18 kHz ±30 degrees |
| Maximum SPL | 142 dB |
| Linear Peak SPL | 133.5 dB (M-noise, 18 dB crest factor); 130 dB (Pink noise); 134.5 dB (B-noise) |
| Horizontal Coverage | 110° |
| Low Frequency | Two 9-inch long-excursion cone drivers; 2 Ω nominal impedance |
| High Frequency | One 3-inch diaphragm compression driver coupled to a constant-directivity horn via REM manifold; 4 Ω nominal |
| Amplifier | 3-channel, open-loop, class D |
| Total Output Power | 3900 W peak |
| THD, IM, TIM | < 0.02% |
| AC Power Connector | powerCON 20 input with loop output |
| Safety Rated Voltage Range | 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz |
| Audio Connectors | XLR 3-pin female input with male loop output (balanced audio) |
| Dimensions | W 26.93 in (684 mm) x H 11.11 in (282 mm) x D 21.66 in (550 mm) |
| Weight | 75 lb (34.0 kg) |
| Rigging | Captive GuideALinks; 0.5° to 15° splay angles |
Specifications sourced from Meyer Sound. Subject to change without notice.
Competitor Comparison
| Criterion | Meyer Sound LEOPARD | L-Acoustics Kara II | d&b Y8 |
| Amplification | LEOPARD is self-powered with a three-channel class D amplifier in each cabinet. | The Kara II is externally amplified and requires L-Acoustics LA-series controllers. | The Y8 is externally amplified and requires d&b amplifiers such as the D20 or D80. |
| Low-Frequency Section | LEOPARD uses dual 9-inch long-excursion cone drivers for its size class. | The Kara II uses dual 8-inch LF drivers in a two-way configuration. | The Y8 uses a single 8-inch LF driver with a constant-directivity horn. |
| Horizontal Coverage | LEOPARD provides a fixed 110-degree horizontal pattern. | The Kara II offers mechanically variable directivity via fins. | The Y8 provides an 80-degree fixed horizontal pattern. |
| Maximum SPL | LEOPARD reaches a 142 dB maximum SPL in a compact cabinet. | The Kara II reaches a comparable 142 dB peak in its class. | The Y8 produces slightly lower maximum output suited to its single-woofer design. |
| System Simplicity | LEOPARD reduces rack space and cabling since amplification is onboard. | The Kara II requires amplified controllers sized to the array. | The Y8 requires external amplifier racks proportional to the system. |
| Monitoring | LEOPARD reports parameters through Meyer Sound's RMS remote monitoring system. | The Kara II reports through the LA Network Manager at the amplifier. | The Y8 reports through d&b R1 software at the amplifier. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the standard 3-pin configuration mean? The standard 3-pin model uses XLR 3-pin connectors that accommodate balanced audio only. A 5-pin variant is available where RMS monitoring signals must travel on the same connector.
Does LEOPARD require external amplifiers? No. Each LEOPARD cabinet is self-powered with an onboard three-channel class D amplifier, so no outboard amplifier racks are required.
How does LEOPARD integrate into a larger Meyer Sound system? Using the Galileo GALAXY Network Platform's product-integration files, LEOPARD can serve as downfill, sidefill, or outfill within LYON and LEO-M systems and pairs with LFC low-frequency elements.
What low-frequency options pair with LEOPARD? LEOPARD pairs with Meyer Sound LFC elements such as the 750-LFC and 900-LFC for low-frequency extension in flown or ground-stacked arrays.
What warranty and support are available? LEOPARD is covered under Meyer Sound's standard product warranty. For warranty, design, or support questions, contact Creation Networks.
LEOPARD Power Draw and Rigging Capacity
LEOPARD is self-powered, so system planning centres on AC distribution rather than amplifier racks. The current-draw figures below are per cabinet, so multiply by the number of boxes on each circuit when sizing distribution for a flown array.
| AC Current Draw (per cabinet) | 100 V AC | 115 V AC | 230 V AC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idle | 0.49 A | 0.46 A | 0.35 A |
| Continuous (longer than 10 s) | 3.4 A | 3.0 A | 1.5 A |
| Burst (under 1 s) | 5.5 A | 4.4 A | 2.3 A |
| Rigging Configuration | Maximum Flown LEOPARD Cabinets |
|---|---|
| MG-LEOPARD/900 multipurpose grid | Up to 23 LEOPARD cabinets at a 5:1 safety factor |
| MTF-LYON/LEOPARD transition frame | Up to 10 LEOPARD cabinets |
| Splay angle range | 0.5° to 15°, set with captive GuideALinks |
Meyer Sound Line Array Comparison: LINA vs LEOPARD vs LEOPARD-M80 vs PANTHER
Integrators specifying LEOPARD usually shortlist it against the smaller LINA, the narrow-coverage LEOPARD-M80 and the large-format PANTHER. Every figure below is taken from the current Meyer Sound datasheet for that model.
| Specification | LINA | LEOPARD | LEOPARD-M80 | PANTHER-L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum SPL | 138 dB | 142 dB | 142 dB | 150.5 dB |
| Operating frequency range | 65 Hz – 18 kHz | 55 Hz – 18 kHz | 55 Hz – 18 kHz | 55 Hz – 16 kHz |
| Horizontal coverage | 100° | 110° | 80° | 80° |
| Low-frequency drivers | Two 6.5-inch cone | Two 9-inch cone | Two 9-inch cone | Two 12-inch cone |
| High-frequency drivers | One 3-inch compression | One 3-inch compression | One 3-inch compression | Two 3-inch compression |
| Weight | 43 lb (19.5 kg) | 75 lb (34.0 kg) | 75 lb (34.0 kg) | 150 lb (68 kg) |
Amplification: LEOPARD and LEOPARD-M80 each carry a three-channel class D amplifier rated at 3900 W peak, exactly double LINA's 1950 W peak. Linear peak SPL: LEOPARD is rated at 133.5 dB with an 18 dB crest factor (M-noise), LEOPARD-M80 at 135 dB with a 19 dB crest factor, and LINA at 132 dB with a 19 dB crest factor. Coverage variants: PANTHER is also offered as PANTHER-M at 95° horizontal coverage and PANTHER-W at 110°, rated at 150.5 dB and 149.5 dB maximum SPL respectively.
Matching Subwoofer: the Meyer Sound 900-LFC
The 900-LFC compact low-frequency control element is the low-frequency partner designed around the LEOPARD rigging system. It flies in the same array on the MG-LEOPARD/900 multipurpose grid using the same captive GuideALinks as the loudspeaker, with the optional MRK-900 rigging kit, so no transition frame is required.
| 900-LFC Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Driver | One 18-inch dual-coil, long-excursion cone driver |
| Operating frequency range | 30 Hz – 125 Hz |
| Linear peak SPL | 133 dB (M-noise, crest factor above 10 dB); 133 dB (pink noise); 134.5 dB (B-noise) |
| Amplifier | Two-channel class D, 3100 W peak |
| Weight | 136 lb (61.7 kg) without rigging; 159 lb (72.1 kg) with optional rigging |
| Dimensions | W 27.43 in (697 mm) x H 24.43 in (621 mm) x D 24.89 in (632 mm), without rigging |
The Meyer Sound LEOPARD datasheet also lists the 1100-LFC and VLFC as compatible low-frequency elements where greater extension or headroom is required.
What Is in the Box and What You Add
LEOPARD arrives as a complete, self-contained loudspeaker. The cabinet includes the onboard three-channel class D amplifier, the captive GuideALink rigging used to set 0.5° to 15° splay angles, a powerCON 20 AC input with loop output, and — in this standard configuration — an XLR 3-pin female balanced audio input with a male loop output. No external amplifier or DSP rack is needed for basic operation.
Ordered separately to complete a working system:
- AC looping cables — powerCON looping cables such as the assembled 1-metre LEOPARD AC looping cable chain power between cabinets in an array.
- Flown rigging — the MG-LEOPARD/900-LFC grid kit for standard arrays, or the LEOPARD SL transition frame kit to hang LEOPARD beneath a LYON array.
- Ground-stack hardware — the MG-LEOPARD/900 ground-stack down-tilt kit, plus AF-LEOPARD/900-LFC angle feet which provide 3° to 8° of ground-stack tilt.
- Transport and protection — the MCF-LEOPARD caster frame kit, the PBF-LEOPARD pull-back bar kit, and 3-high or 4-high pullover covers.
- System processing — a Galileo GALAXY processor such as the GALAXY-408 or GALAXY-816 for system drive, delay and array alignment.
- Weather protection — Meyer Sound publishes collapsible and UW rain hood options for LEOPARD/900-LFC arrays, and LEOPARD is also stocked in dedicated weather-protected configurations.
System and Deployment Notes
- Plan AC, not amplifier racks — every cabinet needs a mains feed within the 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz safety-rated range; size circuits from the burst and continuous current figures above.
- Processing — Native Mode delivers factory-tuned performance with minimal external processing. Meyer Sound positions the Galileo GALAXY Network Platform as the system processor when LEOPARD, LEOPARD-M80 and the 900-LFC are combined into a scalable system.
- Low frequency — add 900-LFC, 1100-LFC or VLFC elements for low-frequency extension in flown or ground-stacked arrays.
- Rigging verification — check the intended array against the flown-cabinet limits above and work through the LEOPARD/900-LFC rigging assembly guide before hanging.
- Connector choice — the XLR 5-pin version of LEOPARD carries balanced audio plus RMS monitoring signals on a single connector; this standard 3-pin version carries balanced audio only.
- Design data — Meyer Sound publishes EASE acoustic data plus 2D and 3D AutoCAD files for LEOPARD to support prediction and drawing work.
Documentation and Resources
- LEOPARD / LEOPARD-M80 datasheet (PDF)
- LEOPARD / LEOPARD-M80 operating instructions (PDF)
- LEOPARD / 900-LFC rigging assembly guide (PDF)
- 900-LFC datasheet (PDF)
- Meyer Sound LEOPARD document library
- Meyer Sound LEOPARD product page
LEOPARD Comparison and Compatibility FAQs
LEOPARD or LINA — which one fits my room? LEOPARD is the larger of the two by a clear margin: 142 dB maximum SPL from dual 9-inch drivers and a 3900 W peak amplifier in a 75 lb cabinet, against LINA's 138 dB from dual 6.5-inch drivers and a 1950 W peak amplifier in a 43 lb cabinet. LEOPARD also extends lower, to 55 Hz rather than 65 Hz, and covers 110° horizontally versus 100°. LINA wins on weight and cabinet size for smaller rooms and tight sightlines.
When should I step up from LEOPARD to PANTHER? PANTHER-L produces 150.5 dB maximum SPL from dual 12-inch cone drivers and two 3-inch compression drivers — roughly 8.5 dB more than LEOPARD — but weighs 150 lb, double LEOPARD's 75 lb. Choose PANTHER for large-scale touring and long-throw arena work, and LEOPARD where weight, truck space and roof rigging capacity matter more than absolute output.
What is the difference between LEOPARD and LEOPARD-M80? The cabinet, drivers, amplifier and 75 lb weight are identical. LEOPARD covers 110° horizontally while LEOPARD-M80 narrows to 80° for longer throw and tighter focus, and the M80 is rated slightly higher for linear peak SPL at 135 dB with a 19 dB crest factor versus 133.5 dB with an 18 dB crest factor.
How many LEOPARD cabinets can be flown in one array? On the MG-LEOPARD/900 multipurpose grid, up to 23 LEOPARD cabinets can be flown at a 5:1 safety factor. Suspended from the MTF-LYON/LEOPARD transition frame, the limit is 10 LEOPARD cabinets. Always confirm the specific configuration against the LEOPARD/900-LFC rigging assembly guide.
How much AC current does each LEOPARD draw? Per cabinet at 115 V AC, LEOPARD draws 0.46 A at idle, 3.0 A continuously for periods longer than 10 seconds, and 4.4 A in bursts under 1 second. At 230 V the same figures are 0.35 A, 1.5 A and 2.3 A, and at 100 V they are 0.49 A, 3.4 A and 5.5 A.
Which subwoofer flies in the same array as LEOPARD? The 900-LFC is the matching compact low-frequency control element and shares LEOPARD's rigging, so it flies in the same array on the MG-LEOPARD/900 grid without a transition frame. The 1100-LFC and VLFC are also listed as compatible where more extension or headroom is needed.
Do I need a Galileo GALAXY processor? Not for basic operation — Native Mode provides factory-tuned performance with minimal external processing. Meyer Sound specifies the Galileo GALAXY Network Platform for scalable systems that combine LEOPARD with LEOPARD-M80 and the 900-LFC, and GALAXY is also what loads the product-integration files used when LEOPARD works as fill within LYON and LEO-M systems.
Can LEOPARD be used outdoors? Yes, with the right configuration. Meyer Sound publishes collapsible and UW rain hood installation guides for LEOPARD/900-LFC arrays, and Creation Networks stocks LEOPARD in dedicated weather-protected variants for permanently exposed installations.
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