The Christie® LA5S is the optimum solution for premium surround audio in large theaters. Purpose-built for cinema, it combines advanced ribbon driver technology with a unique parabolic line array design in a single compact articulated cabinet. Providing perfect timbre matching with our Christie LA series speakers, the Christie LA5S features greatly enhanced clarity, dramatically reduced distortion and ultra-fast transient response. The extremely low mass of the ribbon drivers allows Christie LA5S to respond very quickly to signals. This eliminates the effects of high frequency breakup and power compression while enabling extended high frequency response and the accurate reproduction of the original source material.
Christie exclusive single enclosure, parabolic line array design
6 x 6" ribbon drivers, plus 6 x 6.5" paper/Kevlar composite mid-bass drivers
Dramatically higher RMS to peak max SPL ratio than compression driver systems
Extremely wide, even coverage, with a typical variance of ± 6dB throughout the entire audience area
Approximately four times the optimal listening area than typical systems
Enhanced clarity and voice intelligibility of surround effects
Overhead rated with integrated mounting points
Limited five year warranty
Horizontal Symmetry - Yes
ISO 14001 Certification - Yes
ROHS Compliant - Yes
Vertical Symmetry - Yes
Warranty - Yes
Loudspeaker Setup - Rigged
Spec Sheet available - Yes
Speaker Diameter (Driver):
6.50 in
Maximum Frequency Response (Bandwidth):
20 kHz
Maximum Frequency Response (Bandwidth):
20000 Hz
Minimum Frequency Response (Bandwidth):
70 Hz
Minimum Frequency Response (Bandwidth):
0.07 kHz
Construction:
18mm marine plywood(Enclosure)
Coverage Horizontal:
120 degrees
Coverage Vertical:
60 degrees
Impedance:
6 ohm
Maximum SPL (Sound Pressure Level):
128 dB
Power Handling:
1000 Watt
Sensitivity:
99 dB
Active Power:
1600 Watt
Depth:
16.50 in
Height:
35.40 in
Width:
10.60 in
Net Weight:
56 lbs
Regulatory Compliance:
WEEE
Warranty (Length/Type):
5 Years Limited
Power Handling:
1500W (IEC) long term
2000W (IEC) short term
System Type:
Coaxial parabolic ribbon driver line array, 2-way passive, in a single vented enclosure
Driver Components:
6 x 6" ribbon drivers with Kapton diaphragm and Neodymium magnets
6 x 6.5" paper/Kevlar composite mid-bass drivers with Neodymium magnets
Crossover:
Linear phase, 2-way passive, symmetric crossover @ 1.5kHz, 12dB/octave
Maximum SPL:
129.5dB (IEC) long term
131dB (IEC) short term
139dB peak
Input Connectors:
Screw terminal barrier strip
Enclosure:
Vented box alignment
18mm marine plywood
Heavily damped and braced
Rated for overhead applications
Mounting Options:
Wall or ceiling mounted using 4 x M8 points
Flown using 3 x M10 fly points
Accessories (optional):
Allen Products MM-120
Omnimount 120.0ST-MP
LA3C
- 3.5" 600W Ribbon Line Array Ceiling Surround Speaker
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
Lois Fearing- Co-Founder/Accounting, Human Resources
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren Tresner-VP of Technology and Innovation
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
Ben Voeck-Director of Commercial AV
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris Matson-Senior VP of Sales
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.