Samson L1212 User Manual

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Congratulations on purchasing the Samson Live Series active loudspeaker! By combining super clean power, 

advanced active processing and the highest quality speaker and cabinet components, the Live Series provides 

studio quality sound for any kind of live sound reinforcement application. The Live Series product range 

includes five enclosures, the L612, L612M, L615, L1212 and L1215, and this manual covers the operation and 

specifications of each model. The L612, L615, L1212 and L1215 trapezoidal enclosures are configured as  “front 

of house” loudspeakers while the L612M is configured as a dedicated low profile floor monitor.  The L612 , 

L612M and L1212 are 2-way, active speaker systems utilizing super heavy-duty, custom designed, 12-inch low 

frequency drivers and a 1.75-inch titanium diaphragm high frequency driver on a 1” throat, wide dispersion 

horn. The L615 and L1215 are 2-way, active, speaker systems that employ super heavy-duty, custom designed, 

15-inch low frequency drivers and a 1.75-inch titanium diaphragm high frequency driver on a 1” throat, 

wide dispersion horn. The L612, L612M and L615 drive units are powered by their internal 300-watt bi-amp 

amplifier module with 250 watts for the Low Frequency driver and 50 watts for the High Frequency driver. The 

L1212 and L1215 feature a massive 400 watts of power for the dual Low Frequency drivers, plus 100 watts for 

the High Frequency compression driver. All of the LIVE series amplifiers feature a built-in active crossover and 

multi-band dynamics processing. The L612 and L615 models offer a practical back-panel, mixer-like preamp 

section that provides mic and line inputs with individual input level controls.  In addition, the models have a 

two band EQ and controls for the extension output selection.  The Live Series goes beyond concert-quality 

to studio-quality thanks to Samson’s exclusive Optimax processing.  Optimax processing uses sophisticated 

circuitry to compress and limit output at ideal levels. This allows the Live Series to provide huge volume 

levels without sacrificing low end. The trapezoidal shape of the speaker cabinet offers more than just superior 

acoustics, not only is it a front-firing PA speaker, the Live Series are also designed to operate as wedge-style 

monitors. With the Live Series, setup and break down is quick and easy thanks to the internal amplification. 

The L612 and L615’s can be easily stand mounted using the integral 1 3/8” pole mount receptacle. If you 

are traveling to different venues with your loudspeaker system, the heavy-grade steel grill and durable 

carpet covering offer excellent protection against wear and tear on the road. By using clean power and over 

designed components, the Live Series offers crystal-clear audio and an ultra-wide sound field.  The top end is 

clear, sweet and articulate. The low-end is enormous, and at the same time, it’s tight and controlled. As fixed 

sound reinforcement or as a durable, great-sounding road PA, the Live Series active monitor is ideal for sound 

professionals and performers looking for serious power and studio monitor sound quality from a PA speaker 

system.

In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the Live Series PA system, as well as a 

description of its front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications. 

You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—please don’t forget to fill it out and mail it in so that you can 

receive online technical support and so we can send you updated information about these and other 

Samson products in the future. Also, be sure to check out our website (www.samsontech.com) for complete 

information about our full product line.

With proper care and adequate air circulation, your Live Series will operate trouble free for many years. We 

recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future reference.

Serial number:_______________________________

Date of purchase:____________________________

Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be obtained before 

shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-

3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the 

original packing materials and if possible,  return the unit in the original carton and packing materials. If you 

purchased your Samson product outside the United States, please contact your local distributor for warranty 

information and service.