The VLS 30 is a passive column array loudspeaker with a complement of 14 x 3.5” (89 mm) LF transducers mounted in vertical array with an assembly of densely spaced 16 × 1” (25 mm) HF transducers mounted co-axially over a section of the LF (in an intuitively engineered, super-imposed chassis).
VLS Series is the first Tannoy product to incorporate FAST™ (Focussed Asymmetrical Shaping Technology), delivering unique acoustic performance benefits including asymmetrical vertical dispersion, gently shaping the coverage towards the lower quadrant of the vertical axis.
VLS 30 packages this performance in a slender and narrow profile, aesthetically refined, powdercoated aluminium chassis with curved stainless steel grille; ensuring a sleek aesthetic and ultradiscrete appearance. Like the other 2 models in the range, VLS 30 can be ordered in either black or white as standard, with custom RAL colours available.
The device is IP65 rated for dust and water ingress, salt spray and UV resistant and subject to rigourous high/low operational temperature and humidity testing – making VLS 30 suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Mounting is made easy via supplied flying and mounting brackets.
Specification and design is aided by the use of Ease Focus v2.0 software, a generic, intuitive and easy to use three-dimensional acoustic simulation software. The software and relevant tutorials are free to download from the Tannoy website.
VLS 30 features an integrated low insertion loss line transformer, configurable to various tappings via rotary switch, for use in high voltage distributed audio systems (100V / 70V).
| Frequency Response (-3 dB) | 120 Hz - 22 kHz |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (-10 dB) | 90 Hz - 35 kHz |
| System Sensitivity (1W @ 1m) | 94 dB |
| Horizontal Dispersion (-6 dB) | 130 degrees horizontal |
| Vertical Dispersion (-6 dB) | + 3 / - 11 degrees Vertical (-4 degrees bias) |
| Driver Complement | 14 x 3.5” woofers 16 x 1” metal dome tweeters |
| Crossover | Passive network utilising Focussed Asymmetrical Shaping Technology (FAST) Crossover point 2.5 kHz |
| Directivity Factor (Q) | 15 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz |
| Directivity Index (DI) | 11.8 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz |
| Rated Maximum SPL | 120 dB (average), 126 dB (peak) |
| Power Handling | 400W (average), 800W (programme), 1600W (peak) |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 1200W @ 4 ohms |
| Nominal Impedance | 6 ohms |
| 70V | 150W / 75W / 37.5W / 19W / 9.5W / 5W / Low Z operation |
| 100V | 150W / 75W / 37.5W / 19W / 9.5W / Low Z operation |
| Distortion 10% Full Power (15.5V) | |
| 250 Hz | 2nd Harmonic : 1.60% 3rd Harmonic : 0 .91% |
| 1 kHz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.14% 3rd Harmonic : 0.15% |
| 10 kHz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.63% 3rd Harmonic : 0.26% |
| Distortion 1% Full Power (4.9V) | |
| 250 Hz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.57% 3rd Harmonic : 0.43% |
| 1 kHz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.06% 3rd Harmonic : 0.06% |
| 10 kHz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.21% 3rd Harmonic : 0.14% |
| Construction | |
| Enclosure | Aluminium extrusion |
| Finish | Paint Ral 9003 (white) & Ral 9004 (black) Custom RAL colours available |
| Connectors | Barrier strip |
| Fittings | Flying bracket, wall mount bracket, input panel cover plate and gland |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 57.5" (1460.5 mm) x 4.8" (121 mm) x 5.7" (146 mm) |
| Net Weight (ea) | 44 lbs (20 kg) |
Usually arrives in 5-9 business days.
Usually arrives in 5-9 business days.
