Meyer Sound PANTHER-W 2,200-watt 12-inch Active Line Array Speaker - 09.326.001.01

Product Overview

The Meyer Sound PANTHER-W is a self-powered large-format line array loudspeaker engineered for high-output sound reinforcement across large venues that demand wide horizontal coverage. With a 110-degree horizontal pattern, this active line array speaker is suited to wide auditoriums, houses of worship, and multi-purpose rooms where a single hang must cover a broad audience plane. As part of Meyer Sound's flagship PANTHER family, it pairs dual 12-inch low-frequency drivers and dual 3-inch compression drivers with onboard amplification and Milan AVB networking. The result is a touring line array system that delivers consistent tonal balance and pattern control at full output.

Product Description

PANTHER-W is the wide-coverage variant of the PANTHER platform, sharing the same electrical and physical architecture as the PANTHER-L and PANTHER-M while extending horizontal dispersion to 110 degrees. Each cabinet integrates its own amplification and signal processing, eliminating outboard amplifier racks and simplifying system deployment. Captive GuideALink rigging with quick-release pins allows inter-cabinet splay angles from 0.5 to 9 degrees, and arrays of four or more units form a consistent cardioid low-frequency pattern without user settings. Both analog XLR and Milan-certified AVB digital inputs are provided as standard, with an IP55 ingress rating when terminated with Neutrik TOP connectors for demanding indoor and outdoor work. For larger-format 80-degree coverage, integrators often pair or compare PANTHER-W with the PANTHER-L and PANTHER-M, and extend low end with the VLFC subwoofer. Additional Meyer Sound line array products are available in the Meyer Sound collection.

Key Features

• Wide 110-degree Horizontal Coverage — The PANTHER-W pattern covers broad audience areas from fewer hang positions, reducing the number of arrays needed in wide rooms.
• Self-Powered Design — Onboard amplification and processing in every cabinet remove the need for external amplifier racks and shorten system setup.
• Dual 12-inch Low-Frequency Section — Two 12-inch long-excursion cone drivers at 4 ohms nominal deliver high-output low-mid energy with controlled directivity.
• Milan-Certified AVB Networking — The etherCON TOP digital input carries Milan-certified AVB audio for deterministic, low-latency distribution across the system.
• Dual Analog and Digital Inputs — Standard XLR analog and AVB digital inputs provide flexible signal routing and redundancy options.
• IP55 Weather Resistance — With Neutrik TOP-terminated cables the enclosure carries an IP55 ingress rating for outdoor and harsh-environment use.
• GuideALink QuickFly Rigging — Captive rigging with quick-release pins sets splay angles from 0.5 to 9 degrees for fast, repeatable array assembly.
• Onboard Telemetry — Loudspeaker telemetry is transmitted over the Ethernet port and displayed in software for live system monitoring.

Typical Applications

• Auditorium — Wide 110-degree coverage suits large auditoriums where a single hang must reach a broad seating plane.
• House of Worship — High intelligibility and consistent pattern control serve spoken word and music in large worship spaces.
• Multi-Purpose Room — Self-powered scalability adapts to changing event configurations in large multi-purpose venues.
• All-Hands Room — Even coverage and full-bandwidth output support large corporate all-hands gatherings.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Meyer Sound. Subject to change without notice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the PANTHER-W compatible with other PANTHER models in the same array? Yes. PANTHER-W shares the PANTHER electrical and physical platform with PANTHER-L and PANTHER-M, so the variants can be combined within a system to tailor horizontal coverage across the array.

What network protocol does it use for AV system integration? The PANTHER-W provides a Milan-certified AVB digital input over etherCON TOP, alongside a standard analog XLR input, for integration with Milan-based distribution and Meyer Sound processing.

Does it require external amplifiers? No. Each PANTHER-W cabinet is self-powered with onboard amplification and processing, so no outboard amplifier racks are needed.

Can it be used outdoors? Yes. When connected with cables terminated in Neutrik TOP connectors, the enclosure carries an IP55 ingress rating suitable for outdoor and harsh environments.

What warranty and support are available? The PANTHER-W is covered under Meyer Sound's standard product warranty. For warranty, configuration, or support questions, contact Creation Networks.