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Martin Audio WPSGRIDi
Warranty from the manufacturer: 12 months.
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Description of Martin Audio WPSGRIDi
General overview
Sometimes good speakers on their own just aren’t enough for great sound, and that’s exactly where the Martin Audio WPSGRIDi flying frame comes into its own, helping you unlock the full potential of your line array without painful compromises or dubious workarounds.
You’ve probably already been in a situation where the PA is decent, but the flying hardware is another story. Some people cobble together DIY frames, others try to adapt hardware from different systems, and in the end you lose reliability and waste time. This is where this well‑thought‑out factory accessory steps in – it’s designed specifically for a particular loudspeaker series and takes into account the real‑world needs of installers and sound engineers.
It’s not just a lump of metal with a few holes in it – it’s part of a bigger ecosystem. It lets you put together an array of the required shape quickly and safely. You can fine‑tune the angles, set up the working coverage pattern, fly it from a beam or truss and not worry that it’ll start to loosen up after a year. The frame is built for permanent installations, where the system needs to hang for years, take the full weight and never give the venue’s tech team any nasty surprises.
The best bit is that you don’t need decades of touring experience to use it. If you take a measured approach, read the documentation and think through the mounting scheme, even a relatively inexperienced tech can build a configuration that will sound stable and predictable.
Why choose this model?
- The frame is purpose‑built for installation versions of compact Wavefront Precision series line arrays, so everything fits together without any awkward bodges
- The design is rated for static suspension with a generous safety margin, making it a solid choice for long‑term projects
- A carefully designed layout of fixings and angle adjustment points simplifies setting the vertical curvature of the array and helps you aim the sound more precisely
- Installation and assembly take less time thanks to compatibility with original accessories and a logical, easy‑to‑follow mounting process
- Material quality and finish are chosen for real‑world venue conditions, taking into account humidity, dust and constant mechanical stress
Model description
The Martin Audio WPSGRIDi frame is built around a simple idea. Create flying hardware that will safely carry the designed array configuration, allow precise setting of operating angles and still give installers convenient access while they work. It’s not a one‑size‑fits‑all hook for anything and everything, but a professional tool that an engineer uses as part of a coherent line‑array system.
Real‑world scenarios were factored into the design: clubs, theatres, multi‑purpose halls, small arenas, lecture rooms, conference spaces – anywhere stability, repeatable results and tidy truss layouts really matter. The job of the frame is to hold the load, keep each element precisely positioned and provide a safe connection to the building structure or truss system.
The construction is intended for use with the standard rigging hardware of WPS series acoustic modules, and it’s designed with the calculated number of cabinets in mind. If you stay within the technical limits on module count and splay angles, you can create a line array that delivers controlled coverage across the audience area. At the same time, the installation doesn’t turn into chaos: it’s clear where to insert the pins, which holes to use at a given angle, and how to combine front and rear suspension points.
Another advantage is that a frame like this naturally encourages proper planning. You’ll find yourself checking load tables, configuration diagrams and how the system behaves with different numbers of modules in the array. That’s a useful discipline both for newcomers to live sound and for experienced engineers who want to move away from purely intuitive setups and work to proper calculations.
If you’ve dealt with home‑made flying hardware before, you’ll appreciate how reassuring it is to work with an engineered solution. Proper tolerances, specified load capacity, clearly defined attachment points for slings and chains – this is that “invisible” part of the system guests never think about, but which installers and the person responsible for safety think about constantly.
Who is this model for?
This kind of equipment will be especially appreciated by installation contractors and sound engineers who look after permanent sound systems, but Martin Audio WPSGRIDi can also be a very worthwhile purchase for private venue owners who want a high‑quality line array without compromising on the flying hardware.
If you’re the house engineer in a club or concert hall, this frame lets you get the system flown properly once and then work with confidence for years. You can set the optimal array curvature for the room geometry so both the balcony and stalls receive smooth coverage. If the venue’s role changes, the system allows you to reconfigure it to suit new requirements.
For installation companies, this model adds another selling point: you can offer clients not just loudspeakers from a renowned brand, but a complete rigging package with verified specifications. That boosts confidence in the project and reduces queries from facility management and fire safety inspectors.
For bands and production teams who own a small venue or rehearsal/live space, this flying frame helps you build a neat system that doesn’t dominate the visuals, doesn’t clutter the stage with stands and still gives you flexibility in how the array is hung. This is particularly relevant when you need to keep the stage clear for lighting and video equipment.
Even if you’re only just starting to explore the world of system installation and are still more focused on mixers and plugins than on truss and slings, getting to know this kind of hardware is very useful. It clearly shows what a professional infrastructure around the sound system should look like: no random bits of metal, everything from a single ecosystem and engineered to work together.
Specifications of Martin Audio WPSGRIDi
- Type: flying frame for installation versions of WPS series loudspeaker systems
- Purpose: static suspension of a compact line array in fixed installations
- Compatibility: installation versions of Martin Audio WPS modules
- Maximum number of modules in array: as per the manufacturer’s official load tables
- Design: steel frame with multiple attachment points for slings and chains
- Module attachment: integrates with the standard rigging system of WPS acoustic cabinets
- Adjustment: supports setting inter‑module angles via standard linking hardware
- Applications: clubs, theatres, multi‑purpose halls, conference venues, lecture rooms, small arenas
- Installation type: suspension from truss, beams or other load‑bearing structures within the specified design limits
- Material: high‑strength steel with protective finish
- Finish: protective coating suitable for indoor environments with elevated humidity and dust
- Colour: black
- Load rating: load capacity and permissible configurations are defined in the official Martin Audio documentation for the WPS series
- Manufacturer: Martin Audio, United Kingdom
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