The SR-12ai is a specialized version of the S-12sm designed to bring the experience of our powerful surface mount loudspeaker to a space-conscious environment. Utilizing the same 12" woofer and 1" wide-bandwidth compression driver found in its sibling, the SR-12ai differs only in form. Its unique elongated enclosure is designed for built-in installation, complete with mounting points and hardware to secure it to surrounding studs. A removable front baffle and quick-connect wiring harness allow the SR-12ai to be installed in stages. At only 7.5" deep, it requires minimal build out; making it the perfect solution for shallow screen channel or high-end effects channel applications. Performance is provided by two high-sensitivity professional-grade drivers. The 12" woofer employs a massive motor system and 4" voice coil to maximize thermal power handling, resulting in bass that is tight and articulate while allowing the SR-12ai to play at sustained loud sound pressure levels without fear of the harsh distortion associated with traditional loudspeaker designs. Equally refined as powerful, the unique elliptical horn and wide-bandwidth compression driver provide linear dispersion of high-frequency energy to beyond 24kHz with true-to-life dynamic range. Developed as part of an integrated digital cinema system, the SR-12ai and companion PRO loudspeaker controller employ advanced Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to optimize system performance. As in commercial cinema systems, the SR-12ai is bi-amplified, maximizing performance of each driver. With maximum output exceeding 130dB, it is ideal for use in any application where loudspeaker depth limitations may be a concern.