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Designed by the same team that produced Mackie's best-selling compact active loudspeakers, the Thump TH-15A Active Loudspeaker provides amazingly accurate response from 20kHz down to 40Hz, giving it just the right amount of punch.

Exceptional Sonic Performance

TH-15A Active loudspeakers put out a tremendous amount of sound for their size and price tag. The two-way bass reflex (ported) design generates ample quantities of chest-pounding bass, and its 1" compression driver ensures smooth, wide dispersion. There is even a 3-band equalizer at the input to give you all the tonal control you could ever want, with an available 15dB boost or cut at 80Hz (for the lows), 100Hz to 8kHz (sweepable mids) and 12kHz (for the highs). With the TH-15A speaker's extremely versatile EQ, you can add some extra thump to that kick drum, bring out the sizzle in your hi-hats and add pop to vocals.

More Than Just a Powered Speaker Cabinet
Sure, the TH-15A has a built-in power amp--it has two of them, 150 watts for the 15" woofer and 50 watts for the HF horn. New Class D circuitry drives the woofer more efficiently with less heat byproduct than the competition's speakers. But so much more goes into an Active loudspeaker design than just amplifiers. The Active crossover divides the frequencies, time aligns the signals for proper reproduction and sends them to the appropriate drivers; active compression provides protection for the drivers, and thermal circuitry protects the amplifiers. All the onboard electronic systems work together dynamically to produce superior quality sound previously unavailable in this price range.

Portability Meets Versatility

Not only is the TH-15A a superb PA enclosure, it also makes a superior monitor wedge--just lay the asymmetrical cabinet on its side and turn it up. Its compact, lightweight design means zero strain, whether mounting it on a high pole or loading up the van. The TH-15A loudspeaker's wide frequency response makes it ideal as a keyboard, vocal or even bass guitar monitor. The TAPCO TH-15A has incredibly smooth, spike-free response and dispersion over a wide range of treble frequencies, so you can crank it without the fear of ear-splitting high-end feedback.

Protecting Your Investment

Because you probably push your loudspeakers really hard for long periods of time, some extra circuitry was added to keep your TH-15As performing at their best. You can run them to clipping without fear of thermal damage. Things can get pretty hot in the real world, so if the electronics do overheat, separate thermal switches activate and shut down the high and/or low frequency amplifiers until they cool down. Each driver has its own transparent compression circuit, which helps protect them from damaging transient peaks. An over-excursion filter, inserted just before the low frequency amplifier, protects the woofer from bottoming-out when the low-end is driven to the maximum. These extra protections ensure long life and loudspeakers you can count on.
Tapco TH-15A Thump 15" Powered Speaker
Tapco TH-15A Thump 15" Powered Speaker
Tapco TH-15A Thump 15" Powered Speaker

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  • 2-way, bi-amplified, optimized active loudspeaker system
  • Ported, bass reflex design for enhanced bass performance
  • Frequency Response (40Hz -20kHz)
  • 24dB/octave crossover at 3kHz
  • 15" high-precision LF driver
  • Low-frequency over-excursion protection
  • 1" compression driver
  • 180W LF amp / 60W HF amp
  • XLR Mic/Line input and pass thru
  • 3-Band EQ with Sweepable Mid for clarity (with bypass)
  • High SPL Output/Low Distortion
  • Ideal for pole-mounting or stage monitor position
  • Tough, impact-resistant polypropylene enclosure
  • High-density adiabatic fiberfill absorbs internal reflections
  • Convenient integrated handles in both sides and top
  • Lightest, most portable Active Loudspeaker in its class (36 lbs)
  • Designed by award-winning Mackie Active team

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Acoustic Performance
  • Frequency Range (-10 dB): 40 Hz ” 20 kHz
  • Frequency Response (-3 dB): 50 Hz ” 18.5 kHz
  • Horizontal Coverage Angle: 90
  • Vertical Coverage Angle: 60
  • Maximum SPL Long-Term: 113 dB SPL @ 1m
  • Maximum SPL Peak: 116 dB SPL @ 1m
Input/Output
  • Input Type: Female XLR Balance/Unbalanced
  • Input Impedance: 20 kOhms balanced bridging; 10 kOhms unbalanced
  • Loop-through: Male XLR Balanced/Unbalanced (parallel with input)
  • Level Control: Rotating knob, 0 dB at center
  • Sensitivity: +4 dBu for full output (Level Control @ center); -36 dBu for full output (Level Control @ max)
Transducers
  • Low Frequency: 15" (381mm) with steel frame, paper cone woofer
  • High Frequency: Horn loaded 1" (25mm) exit compression driver.
Power Amplifiers
    Low Frequency Power Amplifier:
    • Rated Power: 150 Watts, 8-ohm load, 182 watts peak
    • THD: <0.1%
      Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >-94 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, unweighted, referenced to 138 watts into 8 ohms
    • Design: BTL Class D
    High Frequency Power Amplifier
    • Rated Power: 50 watts, 4-ohm load, 60 watts peak
    • THD: <0.1%
      Signal-to-Noise Ration: >-97 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, unweighted, referenced to 50 watts into 4 ohms
    • Design: Class AB
    Electronic Crossover
    • Crossover Type: 24 dB/octave
    • Crossover Frequency: 3 kHz
    Equalization
    • Low Frequency EQ: ±15 dB @ 80 Hz, shelving
    • Mid Frequency EQ: ±15 dB, bandpass, sweepable from100 Hz to 8 kHz
    • High Frequency EQ: ±15 dB @ 12 kHz, shelving
    • Direct/EQ Switch: Bypasses EQ section
    Protection Features
    • Over-excursion Protection: Second-order sub-sonic filter
    • Thermal Protection: Independent amplifier shutdown, auto reset
    • Driver Protection: Independent HF and LF compressors
    AC Power Requirements
    • U.S.: 120 VAC, 60 Hz
    • Europe: 240 VAC, 50 Hz
    • Korea: 220 VAC, 60 Hz
    • Japan: 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz
    • AC Connector: 3-pin IEC 250 VAC, 20 A male
    • Fuse: 115 VAC: T 3.15 AL/250 V; 230 VAC: T 2 AL/250 V
    • Power Consumption: 320 watts with music, loud mix; 20 watts quiescent (idle)
    Construction Features
    • Basic Design: Asymmetrical Trapezoidal
    • Material: Polypropylene
    • Finish: Textured
    • Handles: One on each side, one on top
    • Grille: Perforated metal with weather-resistant coating
    • Display LEDS: Front: Power ON; Rear: Power ON, OL (overload)
    • Dimensions: 27.1"H x 16.8"W x 11.7"D (689x427x296mm)
    • Weight: 36 lbs. (16.3 kg)
    • Mounting Methods: Pole-mountable via the built-in socket on the bottom of the cabinet. Be sure the pole is capable of supporting the weight of the TH-15A