Clark Synthesis Underwater Speaker Aquasonic AQ339
January 24, 2013 in Pool Miscellaneous Decoration by PoolSpaRemote
Underwater Speaker Aquasonic made by Clark Synthesis AQ339
The AQ339 Aquasonic Underwater Speaker is the worlds only full-frequency,
full-fidelity underwater speaker. This amazing speaker brings water to life,
enabling a wide array of swimming pool enthusiasts to enjoy the gift of music below the
waters surface.
The AQ339 can be used in two different ways. For those wanting a more
permanent installation, the AQ339 can be mounted inside a large light niche
with a face ring kit (niche and face ring kit sold separately). For users who need
underwater sound in multiple locations, such as synchronized swim teams, a
tether can be attached to the AQ339 so it can be used as a drop-in speaker.
An amplifier is required in order to operate the AQ339 Speaker. Clark Synthesis
recommends using an amplifier that is stable at 4 ohms that can deliver 125-150
watts @ 4 ohms (per speaker).
The AQ339 Speaker is perfect for:
- Swimming Pools
- Lap Pools
- Resorts and Hotels
- Synchronized Swimming
- Swim Team Training
- Marine Animal Training
PRODUCT FEATURES:
The Aquasonic AQ339 is the only full-frequency, full-fidelity underwater swimming swimming pool speaker in the world. The AQ339 works in both fresh and salt water swimming pools and can either be permanently mounted in a large (standard) light niche or used as a drop-in speaker (see figures 1 and 2 on the following page). The AQ339 comes with 100 feet of attached underwater speaker wire and can be installed at any depth up to 10 feet deep. This makes the AQ339 perfect for use in the deep end, shallow end, or any place in between.
TECHNICAL FEATURES:
- It is generally recommended that one AQ339 speaker be used for every 20-foot by 20-foot section of the swimming pool to provide the best sound coverage.
- The AQ339 has been designed to be fully RoHS compliant.
- The AQ339 contains an internalearly warningcircuit that takes it offline when the speaker is being overdriven.
- A power amplifier rated between 125 and 150 watts @ 4 ohms is required to run the AQ339.
- In-wall mounting hardware and amplifiers are available through Clark Synthesis, Inc. Please contact us for more information.
Products you might need for installation:
- Pentair Pool Light Face Ring 79110600
- Pentair Pool Light Uni-tension Wire Clamp 79111000
- Pentair Amerlite SAM Light Gasket 79101600
- Pentair Large PVC Niche Concrete 79206700
Twenty years ago, very few people had heard of underwater loudspeakers. Today, they are
one of the hottest accessories for new swimming pool construction. Whether used for lap swimming,
relaxation, or just playing with the kids, underwater speakers provide swimming pool enthusiasts with
music that completes the swimming swimming pool experience.
With so many swimming pool users wanting underwater sound, it is important to know what to look
for when selecting underwater speakers. A few key areas to keep in mind include:
- Frequency Response
Look for speakers that have
good frequency response in
the low, middle, and high
frequency ranges. Many
underwater speakers use
piezo technology to reproduce
sound. This is the same
technology used to make high
frequency tweeters for home
theater speakers. Although
piezo speakers do reproduce
sound in the upper-mid
and high frequency ranges,
they cannot reproduce low
frequency sounds, which can
cause your favorite music to
soundtinny.In order to get
the best sound in your swimming pool,
insure the speakers you select
can reproduce full-bandwith
sound. - Speaker Placement
There are two factors related
to speaker placement that are
important to consider when
shopping for speakers. First,
it is important to determine
the amount of sound coverage
you want in the swimming pool. A good
speaker will generally be able
to deliver quality sound over a
400 sq.ft. area. Second, insure
you buy speakers that can be
mounted at varying depths.
Some speakers are sold with
minimum depth ratings. In
order to give yourself the
most flexibility in terms of
installation and coverage
options, buy speakers with no
minimum depth requirements.
This will allow you to mount
the speakers in various areas
of the swimming pool, including the
shallow end. - Appearance
Given the amount of
money spent on designing,
constructing, and maintaining
attractive swimming swimming pools, it
is important to consider how
underwater speakers will look
in your swimming pool. If the speaker
requires a special enclosure,
it may not blend in well with
your swimming swimming pool fixtures
and accessories. Consider
buying speakers that are
designed to be installed in
widely-used pool light niches
and mounting hardware.
This will give your swimming pool the
attractive look you desire.
With these factors in mind, you will
be well on your way to finding the best
underwater speaker for your swimming pool. And,
once installed, you will enjoy hour after hour
of listening fun, not to mention being the
envy of the neighborhood.