The ART 310-A MK III appeared on our recommended list for Powered PA Speakers from April 2017 until December 2017 and again from August 2019 until finally being removed permanently in November 2019 due to being discontinued.
Overview
RCF Audio is considered as one of the pioneers of the active PA speaker design. The ART 310-A MKIII exemplifies their successful formula, which is to produce reasonably priced and versatile audio equipment.
It is meant to be an active PA loudspeaker that can double as a reference monitor. To accomplish this, the speaker is equipped with two distinct voicings: flat and boost.
At its core is a 400W RMS amplifier that drives a 10″ cone woofer with 2.5″ voice coil, and a 1″ tweeter, a combination that works well for small venues, and provide good monitoring for medium size stages and studios.
Versatility is accomplished via DSP, which lets you select between two distinct voicings: flat and boost. As the name implies, flat is voiced to be as transparent as possible for use with most styles of music. On the other hand, boost adds a bit of bass, ideal for music styles that need more bass frequencies.
The RCF ART 310-A MK III is a good all around 10″ powered speaker that will make a good addition to anyone’s setup.
Specifications
LF Driver: 10″ Cone, 2.5″ Voice Coil
HF Driver: 1″ Titanium Dome, 1.5″ Voice Coil
Amplifier: Bi-amplified Class D
Output Power Peak: 600W
Output Power RMS: : 300W
Frequency Response: 50Hz – 20kHz(-10dB)
Maximum Peak SPL: 127dB
Crossover Frequency: 1.8kHz
Enclosure: Composite Polypropylene
Mounting: Pole, Floor Wedge, Fly
Inputs: 1 x XLR-1/4″ Combo
Outputs: 1 x XLR, 1 x TRS
Controls: Power Switch, Volume Knob, Flat/Boost Button, Line/Mic Button
Dimensions: 21.4″ × 13.26″ × 12.4″
Weight: 27.77 lbs.
Although this was previously on two of our recommended lists, it is unfortunately no longer available new in stores. You will find alternatives in our guides: The Best Powered PA Speakers and The Best Stage Monitors.