In an industry where passive speakers driven by massive amp racks backstage were the norm for decades, John and Helen Meyer built Meyer Sound Laboratories on a singular, uncompromising philosophy: Self-Powered Linear Sound Systems.
By integrating precision-matched Class-D amplifiers, active crossovers, and driver protection circuits directly inside the loudspeaker cabinet, Meyer eliminated heavy speaker cable runs, damping factor losses, and external amp racks.
1. The PANTHER Revolution: Lighter, Smarter, Louder
Introduced on Ed Sheeran's record-breaking + - = ÷ x Tour, PANTHER redefined large-format touring line arrays.
- Weight Reduction: Traditional flagship boxes (like the LEO) weighed over 120 kg. PANTHER weighs just **68 kg (150 lbs)** while outputting over **150 dB SPL**.
- Power Efficiency: A newly designed 4-channel Class-D amplifier module draws significantly less AC mains power while delivering razor-sharp transient peaks.
- Direct Milan AVB Network Input: Audio and telemetry stream directly into the loudspeaker over a single lightweight network cable, eliminating analog ground loops.
2. Meyer Sound Product Lineup & Catalog
| Model | Transducer Architecture | Max Output & Weight | Primary Deployment | Official Product Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meyer PANTHER | Flagship Active (2x 12" LF, 1x 3" dual-diaphragm HF) | >150 dB SPL | 68 kg (150 lbs) | Stadiums, Major Arenas, Global Tours | Meyer PANTHER Official Page ↗ |
| Meyer LYON | Linear Large Format (2x 12" LF, 1x 4" diaphragm HF) | 143 dB SPL | 88 kg | Arenas, Performing Arts Centers | Meyer LYON Official Page ↗ |
| Meyer LEOPARD | Compact Active Workhorse (2x 9" LF, 1x 3" diaphragm HF) | 137 dB SPL | 33 kg (75 lbs) | Concert Halls, Theatres, Medium Tours | Meyer LEOPARD Official Page ↗ |
| Meyer LINA | Ultra-Compact Active (2x 6.5" LF, 1x 3" diaphragm HF) | 132 dB SPL | 19.5 kg | Corporate Events, Theatres, Under-Balcony | Meyer LINA Official Page ↗ |
| Meyer 1100-LFC | Low-Frequency Control Element (2x 18" high-power LF) | Linear Response 28 Hz - 100 Hz | Flagship Sub-Bass Touring Reinforcement | Meyer 1100-LFC Official Page ↗ |
3. Digital Processing & Control: Galileo GALAXY & MAPP 3D
- Galileo GALAXY Network Processor: The central brain for routing, U-Shaping equalization, atmospheric air absorption compensation, and phase alignment across multi-array hangs.
- MAPP 3D Modeling: Unlike simple ray-tracing tools, MAPP 3D models exact phase interactions and acoustic pressure using real microphone measurement data, fully compliant with the AES75 M-Noise standard.
(Analyze your room frequency responses live with our web-based RTA Spectrogram Analyzer).
