The JBL VRX928LA is a lightweight (28 lbs) compact 8" two-way line array speaker system designed for use in arrays of up to six units. The JBL VRX928LA is the ideal choice when line-array performance is needed but the venue size doesn’t call for the very long-throw characteristics of larger line-arrays such as JBL’s VERTEC or VRX932LA.
The Constant Curvature waveguide mounts two compression drivers on a continuous arc. When additional JBL VRX928LA speakers are added to the array the uninterrupted arc continues. In effect, all the drivers work together as if they were a single driver on a very long waveguide. Since there are two HF drivers in each JBL VRX928LA, the combined power handling and acoustic output of the system is far greater than a single driver could achieve.
VRX928LA uses “amplitude shading” to shape the coverage of the array. Switches on the input plate allow, for example, the upper box in an array to reach the distant rear of a room while the lower box is shaded back to reduce excessive level at the front of the listening area.
One or two JBL VRX928LAs may also be used on a tripod or over the JBL VRX915S subwoofer. The integral rigging hardware is used to securely lock the array together.
As many as six JBL VRX928LA speaker systems may be suspended in a single array for a nominal vertical coverage of up to 90°. Suspended applications require the JBL VRX-SMAF array frame (available separately). For applications in which the array must be aimed sharply down, a second Array Frame may be installed to the bottom of the array serving as a pull-back.
| Frequency Response | 70 Hz -20 kHz (-10 dB) 87 Hz - 19 kHz (±3 dB) |
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| Coverage Pattern | 100° x 15° nominal (horizontal x vertical), single unit |
| Crossover Frequency | 2.0 kHz |
| Power Rating | 400W / 800W / 1600W |
| System Maximum SPL | 122 dB SPL peak (passive mode) LF: 122 dB (bi-amp mode) HF: 128 dB (bi-amp mode) |
| System Sensitivity (1W @ 1m) | 90 dB SPL (passive mode) LF: 90 dB (bi-amp mode) HF: 108 dB (bi-amp mode) |
| LF Driver | 1 x JBL 2168H-1, 200 mm (8") Differential Drive® woofer |
| HF Driver | 2 x JBL 2414H, 25 mm (1") neodymium compression driver |
| Nominal Impedance | Passive: 8 ohms; Bi-amp LF: 8 ohms; Bi-amp HF: 16 ohms |
| Enclosure | 15 mm - 25 mm, multi-ply birch plywood |
| Suspension / Mounting | Dual 36 mm pole socket included. Suspension requires optional VRX-SMAF line array frame kit |
| Transport | Integrated handle with backing cup |
| Crossover Modes | Bi-amp / passive, externally switchable |
| Grille | Powder coated, black, 18 gauge perforated steel with acoustically transparent black foam backing |
| Input Connectors | Neutrik® Speakon NL-4 (x2) |
| Finish | Black DuraFlex™ finish |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 9" (230 mm) x 16.5" (419 mm) x 10.5" (267 mm) |
| Net Weight | 28 lbs (12.7 kg) |
Usually arrives in 5-9 business days.
