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Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor

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Multi-effects units are becoming more and popular for use live and in the studio. The amazing Kemper and Amplifire units, as well as things like the Axe FX and even Line 6 systems like the Helix and POD HD500X all, sound great at home or in the studio but live monitoring can be a pain. Yes, you can run direct into front of house but so many times you will just be unable to hear yourself.The Atomic CLR "Neo" Wedge solves all of the problems of using a multi effects unit by turning them in to a powerful on stage amplifier that will not colour your tone. No need to turn off your cab sims or carry around a big 4x12" for ultimate punch, this cabinet performs amazingly on stage keeping your rig size down. With a neodymium magnet, this is a lighter amp than the standard CLR WedgePowered 500w Power AmplifierThis version of the Atomic CLR contains an huge 500w power amplifier pushing a 12" driver and 1" tweeter in a coaxial design. You will not believe how incredibly important that coaxial design is. Because a guitar amplifier uses normally just multiples of the same 10" or 12" speaker you never really have to worry much about the range or sweet spot of the speaker. The coaxial design means that is has an incredibly large range of motion where you get a superb sound. As long as you are in front of this cab you will hear everything in great detail.True TransparencyA big goal with FRFR speakers is to get the clearest sound possible without colouring what goes through the input. You have set up your modelling rig how you like and you don't want your speakers to then change that when you are on stage. The reproduction out of these speakers is superb no matter if you are just playing some music from your phone or your multi-effects unit this holds up.Inputs and OutputsYou have 2 separate inputs with this cabinet that can handle both 1/4" jack and XLR with independent volume controls for each. The great thing about this is that if you are performing a solo gig with guitars and vocals you can get both running out of this one speaker. You could also use it with a feed coming out from the mixing desk so you can control your monitor mix while on stage.It gets even cooler when we look at the Link output. So let's say you have your guitar in channel 1 and on channel 2 you have a feed from the desk with the bass, vocals, drums etc. This works great as a personal monitoring rig but how do you get the sound to front of house? Easy, run the link output with your choice of input 1, input 2 or both back to the desk to go through the main PA.With this selection of inputs and outputs you can easily set up for most situations and as it uses standard XLR connectors you don't need any specialist cables to get up and running quickly.Here's what Atomic say about the Active CLR FRFR WedgeIf you are running one of today’s top guitar amp modelers / profilers, such as the Atomic Amplifire Pedal, keyboard player or are in the studio – the Atomic CLR FRFR (Full Range, Flat Response) reference monitor was designed from the very beginning to be the best monitor system to accurately recreate the tones you’re created with uncanny precision..Use as your backline, stage monitors or even as your main PA, the 500 Watt bi-amplified speaker system will accurately reproduce your tones, and with a huge soundstage everyone will hear you with perfect detail and clarity.Today's top guitar amp modelers and profilers; like the Amplifire, Fractal Audio Axe-Fx, Kemper Profiler, Line 6 HD Series and others can recreate the tones of the greatest amplifiers and effects of all time with uncanny precision. In order to get the most out of these for live use, they require highly accurate playback systems, or FRFR - Full Range Flat Response. The Atomic CLR sets the standard for Full Range Flat Response monitors and delivers the most lifelike and realistic tones possible.The CLR is the only system in its market segment that delivers a true coaxial system that is also coincident - this is a key differentiator. The term "coincident" denotes a multi-way (two-way in this case) loudspeaker that functions as a single, well-behaved source of sound at all frequencies. The crossover transition is undetectable via lis

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Mr Miguel Welvaert
5 years ago
Date of purchase: 18/06/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
Trusted Customer
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 07/05/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
Wow, das Teil ist ein Hammer. Es gibt bestimmt auch andere gute Lautsprecher für Digital-Modeler. Ich habe aus der hochpreisigen Liga nur diesen ausprobiert. Er hat mich allerdings sofort überzeugt....

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Trusted Customer
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 29/04/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
I´m using the CLR with Atomic Amplifire. Before I used it with a CRF NX 10-SMA and recently with a QSC K8.2, but the CLR is the most accurate for use with modelers, the sound has more "amp like" feel.
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Paul Jeynes
Northern Ireland
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 28/04/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
Lack of UK power lead and issues with delivery service
Trusted Customer
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 04/03/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
Bought one of the atomic CLR MKII. They are the only guys that sell in Europe and have heard great things about them. Unfortunately item arrived faulty with constant buzzing and crackling. As I am...

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Mr Mervyn Futter
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 28/03/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
First class product knowledge and service.
Trusted Customer
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 08/03/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
Trusted Customer
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 28/02/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
This is my third Atomic CLR. Firstly the Mk I, then Mk I Neo, then this Mk II Neo. To my ears, this one sounds better than the Mk I, even though Atomic say there haven't been any changes to the...

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malte d
Hamburg Deutschland
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 23/02/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
Sehr guter Sound, überträgt die Dynamik meines Axe Fx 3 hervorragend. Bin super zufrieden. Hat meinen RCF NX12 SMA abgelöst. Hier habe ich nicht mehr den scooped Sound des RCF sondern diesen tollen...

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Trusted Customer
6 years ago
Date of purchase: 21/02/2019
Atomic CLR Neo MK II FRFR Active Reference Monitor
2nd CLR I bought. Best powered FRFRs in my opinion. Very loud as well as being flat and neutral which is often not the case with the competitor products I have owned previously. Highly recommend...

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About Andertons Music Co.
Andertons Music Co. is a family run musical instrument retailer with over 50 years of experience serving the music community in the UK. From our Guildford music store and our online musical instrument shop, we offer musicians a huge selection of guitars, amps, drums, pianos, keyboards, synthesizers, recording equipment, PA systems, music accessories and more - all at competitive prices. We take pride in offering a high level of customer service at Andertons, but don't take it from us! Visit our feefo page to see recent accounts from happy customers. You will soon see why we are known as the Musicians' No.1 Superstore!
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About Andertons Music Co.
Andertons Music Co. is a family run musical instrument retailer with over 50 years of experience serving the music community in the UK. From our Guildford music store and our online musical instrument shop, we offer musicians a huge selection of guitars, amps, drums, pianos, keyboards, synthesizers, recording equipment, PA systems, music accessories and more - all at competitive prices. We take pride in offering a high level of customer service at Andertons, but don't take it from us! Visit our feefo page to see recent accounts from happy customers. You will soon see why we are known as the Musicians' No.1 Superstore!