LD Systems has expanded its ANNY series with a new model: ANNY 8.
The battery-powered Bluetooth PA speaker is the most compact model in the ANNY series and is available in four colours to suit individual design preferences: black, white, green, and grey. For versatile use, the ANNY 8 has an integrated five-channel mixer with multiple inputs and a wireless microphone in various versions.
The ANNY 8 has been designed as an all-in-one solution for anyone who wants to make music with friends or simply listen to music in the highest quality while out and about. The two-way PA system with 8'' woofer and 1'' tweeter combines a robust, compact housing with a superior sound and range of functions.
In addition to the two combo inputs for microphones and line instruments and the integrated wireless microphone, there is also a stereo input (mini jack or RCA) and Bluetooth 5.0 for flexible playback of music and other content, and thanks to the True Wireless Stereo (TWS), true stereo streaming when two ANNY 8s are used.
With the latest generation DynX DSP, the ANNY 8 offers a distortion-free, transparent, and powerful sound even at maximum volume, according to the company. In addition to the five application presets MUSIC, LIVE, VOCAL, ECO, and FLAT, effects such as reverb and delay are available, which can also be switched on and off hands-free using the footswitch input. The ANNY 8 can be continuously operated for up to 11 hours when set to energy-saving ECO mode. Even with the controls fully turned up, the MUSIC mode only ends after 3.5 hours. A spare battery (Li-Ion) is also available for longer sessions.
The ANNY 8 offers a holder for a tablet or smartphone including a USB-C port for charging. The housing is also angled at the rear so that the speaker can be tilted backwards and used like a stage monitor. The ANNY 8 can be quickly moved by grabbing hold of the sturdy carrying handle on the top. In addition, the 35 mm flange allows the speaker to be optionally mounted on a speaker stand. For longer transport (and safe storage), an optional ANNY rucksack and rain cover are available.
The ANNY 8 is available as a basic version (without wireless module) and as a version with wireless microphone or headset microphone including bodypack transmitter in the colours Stage Black, Pure White, Adventure Green, and Urban Grey.
ANNY 8 is currently available in Europe, while pre-launch in the USA is on October 14th.