Feel Your Mix with the BOOM System
Tactile transducers are especially beneficial to performers using electronic drum kits, as well as guitar and bass amp simulators.
Why? Because playing an acoustic drum kit or an electric guitar or bass through an amp actually vibrates the floor and this vibration becomes part of the live performance experience. When you switch to an electronic drum kit or a modeled amp system without speaker cabinets, those natural vibrations are eliminated. ...Until now.
Made for musicians using in-ears
In-ear monitors provide a detailed and personal monitoring experience. Adding a well-processed low-frequency tactile transducer (also known as a 'bass shaker') to a drum throne, keyboard seat, guitarist's stool, performance platform, or even to the floor of a stage, allows the body to feel bass frequencies, adding realism to the mix. The BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor brings Aviom-optimized DSP to the tactile experience.
Being able to hear and feel your mix can significantly improve the user experience when using in-ear monitors and/or headphones, providing powerful sound usually achieved only with high volume and large, high-quality speaker cabinets.
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A Great Combination
Using personal mixers and IEMs/headphones along with tactile transducers allows performers to achieve powerful, exciting monitor mixes at lower in-ear levels.
This reduces sound-level-induced fatigue, allowing longer, more enjoyable performances while also promoting long-term hearing health.
BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor
The BOOM-1 processor connects seamlessly to Aviom personal mixers, providing optimized low-frequency DSP and power drive directly to your tactile accessories.
BOOM System Products
Aviom makes adding tactile transducers to your monitoring system as easy as possible by providing a set of products that are designed to be plug-and-play simple. We've partnered with some of the industry's leading manufacturers to offer tactile-enhanced versions of their products that can be directly connected to the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor.
CTT-1 Clamp-On Tactile Transducer
The CTT-1 Clamp-On Tactile Transducer has a universal mount that makes connecting a tactile transducer to the stem of most drum thrones or stools easy.
At the heart of the CTT-1 is a premium ButtKicker® transducer, and an integrated locking speaker cable ensures a solid connection to the BOOM-1 processor.
PFS-1 Performance Stool
Aviom's PFS-1 Performance Stool combines a sturdy QuikLok® performance stool with a built-in tactile transducer system.
The stool has an adjustable seat, back, and footrest that allows it to be customized to suit any player. Simply connect the stool to the BOOM-1 using the included locking-type speaker cable.
PLF-1 Performance Platform
The PLF-1 Platform, powered by ButtKicker®, is a portable performance platform that is the perfect solution for those performers—especially bass players, guitarists, and vocalists—who stand on stage.
The sturdy 28" x 32" (71 x 81cm) platform uses a premium ButtKicker tactile transducer and is designed with an opening in the front to allow convenient positioning of mic and music stands. Simply connect the platform to the BOOM-1 using the included locking-type speaker cable.
KBS-1 Keyboard Seat
The KBS-1 Keyboard Seat is an adjustable On-Stage Stands® keyboard seat with an integrated tactile transducer system.
Simply connect the seat to the BOOM-1 using the included locking-type speaker cable.
SPK-5 Locking Speaker Cable
And if you need an extra locking speaker cable, we have that, too. The SPK-5 is a 5-meter (16.4 feet), 14AWG heavy-duty 2-conductor cable with professional locking connectors built for demanding stage environments.
New to Tactile Transducers?
A tactile transducer is similar in concept to a speaker (without the paper cone) and is designed to be most effective reproducing low frequencies like those produced in music by bass instruments and drums (typically 200Hz and below).
Feel the Low End Without Loud Volume
Tactile transducers are also quite effective when used for games and with sound effects for movies. But since a tactile transducer is designed without a speaker diaphragm, it can be used to allow you to feel low frequency vibrations while making very little audible sound.
That makes a tactile transducer a great addition to a personal mixing system when performers are using in-ear monitors. The frequency spectrum is more complete, and you'll be able to monitor at lower volumes while retaining all the fullness and excitement of performing at higher volumes.
Personal Mixers + In‑Ears + BOOM
Compatible with Aviom's industry-standard A360, A320, and all other Personal Mixers, the BOOM System can be connected easily to the line- or headphone-level audio outputs of a performer's Personal Mixer.
It's Simple To Set Up
The BOOM-1 processor can be added to any personal mixer or to mixing consoles. All that's required is a stereo headphone output or a dedicated mono line-level output. BOOM-1 takes care of the rest.
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- Headphone Input: Connect the TRS stereo headphone output from a Personal Mixer to the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor's headphone-level input.
- Dedicated Line Input: For A360 Personal Mixers, there's even a dedicated XLR line-level input on the BOOM-1 rear panel. Just connect a standard mic cable from the A360's Mono Mix Out jack instead of using the Headphone output.
- Console Aux Send: For mixing consoles, connect any aux send to the BOOM line input.
- Transducer Output: Connect the Transducer Out to your tactile transducer using a locking-style speaker cable.
That's it; connect your earbuds or headphones and you're ready to start mixing.
The Strength setting controls how much of the source signal from your mix is sent to the tactile transducer. Use the Feel control to choose an optimized DSP setting from Tight to Loose that best suits you and your music.
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Setup Connection Diagrams
The examples below show various Personal Mixers connected to the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor. The system diagrams use a drum throne as an example, but you can use any tactile transducer-equipped seat, stool, performance platform, or stage instead. The connections between the BOOM-1 processor and transducer input are the same.
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A360 Connection Setup
Uses the dedicated XLR line-level Mono Mix Out from the A360 to the BOOM-1 rear input.
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A320 Connection Setup
Uses the 1/4" stereo headphone output from the A320 patched into the BOOM-1 input.
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A-16II Connection Setup
Direct TRS connection from the legacy A-16II headphone jack directly into the BOOM-1 processor.
Technical Specifications
Comprehensive physical, electrical, and performance specifications for the BOOM-1 processor and tactile accessories.
BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor Specifications
| Headphone In (front & rear) | 1/4-inch TRS stereo; Tip: Audio Left; Ring: Audio Right; Sleeve: Ground |
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| Headphone Thru (front & rear) | 1/4-inch TRS stereo; Tip: Audio Left; Ring: Audio Right; Sleeve: Ground |
| Line In | XLR female; Pin 2: Hot, Pin 3: Cold; Pin 1: Ground |
| Maximum Input Level | 15.98 dBV |
| Input Impedance | 9.5k Ohm |
| Line Out | XLR balanced; mono; with Volume control |
| Maximum Output Level | 12.55 dBV |
| Output Impedance | 33.2 Ohms |
| Amplifier Output | 4 Ohms – 210W 8 Ohms – 117W |
| Transducer Output | 2-conductor locking speaker connector |
| Power Supply | Internal, universal switching type, IEC connector; 100–240 volts AC, 50/60Hz |
| Fuse | 250VAC~ T3AL |
| Dimensions | 19" (482.6 mm) wide x 8.62" (219.07 mm) deep; 2U, 3.5" (88.9 mm) high |
| Weight | 6.0 lbs (2.72 kg) |
CTT-1 Clamp-On Transducer Specifications
| Transducer Input | Attached, 2-conductor cable with locking connector |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.125" x 4.375" x 4.375" (15.56 x 12.38 x 11.11 cm) |
| Clamp Dimensions | Fits on posts up to 2.75" (69 mm) in diameter |
| Dimensions, Shipping | 10" x 8" x 10" (25.4 x 20.32 x 25.4 cm) |
| Weight | 7 lbs (3.18 kg) |
PFS-1 Performance Stool Specifications
| Model No. | QuikLok DX-749 |
|---|---|
| Transducer Input | Locking, 2-conductor |
| Seat |
Adjustable; 9 positions, from 22.8" to 31.5" (58 to 80 cm) Depth: 12.4" (31.5 cm) Width: 16.3" (41.5 cm) Thickness: 2.36" (60 mm) |
| Backrest | Adjustable |
| Footrest | Adjustable, folding |
| Frame Dimensions | Width: 15.7" (40 cm) | Depth: 18.5" (47 cm) |
| Weight Capacity | 242.5 lbs (110 kg) |
| Dimensions, Shipping | 50" x 9" x 18" (1270 x 228 x 457 mm) |
| Weight | 38 lbs (17.24 kg) |
PLF-1 Performance Platform Specifications
| Transducer Input | Locking, 2-conductor |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 28" x 32" (71 x 81 cm); Height: 3.75" (9.5 cm) |
| Dimensions, Shipping | 34" x 30" x 6" (86.36 x 71.12 x 15.24 cm) |
| Weight Capacity | 350 lbs (159 kg) |
| Weight | 33 lbs (14.97 kg) |
KBS-1 Keyboard Seat Specifications
| Model No. | On-Stage Stands KT7800+ |
|---|---|
| Transducer Input | Locking, 2-conductor |
| Dimensions |
12.5" x 23.5" (31.75 x 58.42 cm) Height: Adjustable; 19.5"–24.5" (48.26–64.23 cm) Width: 16.3" (41.5 cm) Depth: 12.4" (31.5 cm) Seat Thickness: 2.36" (60 mm) |
| Weight Capacity | 360 lbs (163.3 kg) |
| Dimensions, Shipping | 29" x 11" x 17" (73.6 x 27.9 x 43.2 cm) |
| Weight | 24 lbs (10.88 kg) |
Product Images
High-resolution views of the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor, mounting accessories, seats, platforms, and cabling. Click any image to view full screen.
BOOM-1 Front Control Panel with Strength, Feel, and Level controls.
Line and Headphone I/O connectors, power inlet, and locking transducer output.
BOOM-1 front panel showing active audio connections and level metering.
CTT-1 universal clamp-on transducer for drum thrones and stools.
PFS-1 QuikLok adjustable stool with integrated tactile transducer system.
PLF-1 portable platform with ButtKicker transducer for standing performers.
KBS-1 adjustable On-Stage Stands seat with built-in transducer unit.
SPK-5 5-meter heavy-duty 14AWG locking speaker cable.
Product Resources
Access data sheets, quick start guides, overview brochures, and user manuals for the Aviom BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer System.
