The VLS 7 is a passive column array loudspeaker with a complement of 7 x 3.5" (89 mm) LF transducers mounted in a vertical array, designed for speech-only applications.
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 7 packages this performance in a slender and narrow profile, aesthetically refined, powder coated aluminium chassis with curved stainless steel grille; ensuring a sleek and ultra-discrete appearance. Like the other 2 models in the range, VLS 7 can be ordered in either black or white as standard, with custom RAL colors available.
The device is fully compliant with EN54 - 24 and 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 7 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 7 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) | 150 Hz - 11 kHz |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (-10 dB) | 110 Hz - 14 kHz |
| System Sensitivity (1W @ 1m) | 90 dB |
| Horizontal Dispersion (-6 dB) | 130 degrees horizontal |
| Vertical Dispersion (-6 dB) | + 6 degrees / - 22 degrees (-8 degree bias) |
| Driver Complement | 7 x 3.5” (89 mm) full range drivers |
| Crossover | Passive network utilizing Focussed Asymmetrical Shaping Technology (FAST) |
| Directivity Factor (Q) | 6.1 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz |
| Directivity Index (DI) | 7.9 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz |
| Rated Maximum SPL | 112 dB (average), 118 dB (peak) |
| Power Handling | 150W (average), 300W (programme), 600W (peak) |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 450W @ 8 ohms |
| Nominal Impedance | 12 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 (13.4V) | |
| 250 Hz | 2nd Harmonic : 1.24%, 3rd Harmonic : 0.92% |
| 1 kHz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.64%, 3rd Harmonic : 0.05% |
| 10 kHz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.86%, 3rd Harmonic : 0.06% |
| Distortion 1% Full Power (4.2V) | |
| 250 Hz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.47%, 3rd Harmonic : 0.39% |
| 1 kHz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.02%, 3rd Harmonic : 0.04% |
| 10 kHz | 2nd Harmonic : 0.32%, 3rd Harmonic : 0.02% |
| Construction | |
| Enclosure | Aluminium extrusion |
| Finish | Paint Ral 9003 (white) & Ral 9004 (black) Custom RAL colors available |
| Connectors | Barrier strip |
| Fittings | Flying bracket, wall mount bracket, input panel cover plate and gland |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 32.1" (816.5 mm) x 4.8" (121 mm) x 5.7" (146 mm) |
| Net Weight (ea) | 22 lbs (10 kg) |
Usually arrives in 5-9 business days.
Usually arrives in 5-9 business days.
