Whaferdale WLA-12MA is a 12″ active floor monitor from our WLA-MA Series — delivering high-output, DSP-controlled performance in a robust, tour-ready design.
Constructed from 15 mm birch plywood, WLA-12MA combines strength and acoustic precision with the flexibility of modern DSP control. Featuring a 12″ LF driver and a 1.75″ HF compression driver, the system delivers 650 W + 100 W continuous (1300 W + 200 W peak) output with exceptional clarity and dynamic headroom.
The integrated DSP includes 8 selectable FIR presets, providing optimised tuning for different stage applications, while Ethernet control allows remote adjustment and system monitoring via a single network cable.
With 90° x 60° dispersion and a maximum SPL of 131 dB @ 1 m, WLA-12MA ensures powerful, accurate monitoring on any stage — built to meet the same professional standards as the acclaimed WLA line array systems.
Internal DSP with FIR
8 x DSP Presets – built in – including FIR. Â
Easy to get great results – fast.
Software control
The network connection uses RS485 protocol and gives GUI control over the DSP parameters of each element in the array.
Versatile configuration
The WLA-A Series active monitors feature….
35 mm pole sockets PLUS 8 x M10 rigging points. Â This means that they can be used in a wide variety of applications. Â From install to onstage. Â From FOH to monitor.
Specifications
Active or Passive : Passive
System Type: Floor Monitor
Configuration:Â 2-way
System Continuous Power:Â 750 W
System Peak Power:Â 1500 W
Max SPL:Â 131 dB
Frequency Response (+/-3 dB) 55 Hz - 20 KHz
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 50 Hz - 20 KHz
Bi-Amp Mode Switch: No
Bluetooth: No
IP Certification: No
Driver Brand:Â Wharfedale Pro
LF Driver Size: 12"
HF Nominal Coverage (H x V): 90° x 60°
Preset Library: No
Input Connector:Â XLR 1/4" Combo Jack
Enclosure Material:Â Birch Plywood
Grille Material and Finish:Â Steel
Finish:Â Black Paint
Deployment:Â Ground, Pole
Pole Mount:Â 35 mm, 1.37 inches
Rigging: Yes
M10:Â 10
Amplifier design:Â Class D
Preset List:Â A) WEDGEB) WEDGE HPFC) COUPLEDD) COUPLED HPFE) FOHF) FOH HPFG) CUSTOMH) CUSTOM
 Active loudspeaker Input Impedance: Balanced: 10 KΩ
Link Connector:Â Balanced Pin XLR Connector
Input sensitivity:Â +4 dBu
Max input level:Â +18 dBu
Power Supply:Â High Efficiency Switching Mode Power Supply
Included Accessory:Â Quick Start Guide, AC Cable
Dimensions – unpacked
Width 760mm / 29.9″
Depth 716mm / 28.2″
Height 485mm / 19.1″
Dimensions – packed
Width 850mm / 33.5″
Depth 806mm / 31.7″
Height 575mm / 22.6″
Weight
Limited 3Â Year Manufacturer Warranty