L-Acoustics LA1.16i

The L-Acoustics LA1.16i is a 16-channel amplified controller purpose-built for permanent installations that demand premium fidelity, flexible routing and rock-solid network integration, without the rack-space penalty. At just one rack unit high, this next-generation amplifier condenses decades of L-Acoustics touring technology into the brand’s most accessible installation platform to date.

Why Choose LA1.16i?

• Outstanding channel density: Drive up to 16 discrete loudspeakers at 160 W/4 Ω each, or bridge in pairs for 8 x 300 W/8 Ω when extra headroom is required.
• L-SMART power management: Intelligent, patent-pending circuitry continuously matches output to loudspeaker demand, boosting efficiency and lowering operating costs.
• Future-proof networking: Native Milan-certified AVB and seamless AES67 redundancy ensure glitch-free audio transport, alongside AES/EBU and analog failsafe inputs.
• All-in-one control: Configure, monitor and service via L-Acoustics LA Network Manager, or integrate with Q-SYS, Crestron or any HTTP-based control platform.
• Installation-ready: Terminal-block outputs, GPIOs, a 24 V DC backup for the DSP card and near-silent operation make LA1.16i perfect for theatres, museums, retail, houses of worship, hospitality venues—even luxury yachts and home cinemas.

Ideal Applications & Customer Profile

LA1.16i excels wherever high loudspeaker counts, wide-bandwidth presets and premium sonic transparency take precedence over sheer SPL. Typical projects include immersive front-fill and delay lines in performing-arts centres, distributed background-music grids in hotels or restaurants, and scalable L-ISA or Ambiance acoustic installations. System designers gain the freedom to deploy large numbers of short-throw or coaxial enclosures while keeping budgets and power consumption under control.