JBL powered subwoofers
Everyone needs a little more low-end in their life. And JBL is ready to provide with several powered subwoofers that match any PA live sound setup.
The ever-popular JBL EON line of loudspeakers is always ready to rock, and pushing all the bass power is the JBL EON718S 18” powered subwoofer. It’s designed for superior coverage and fidelity (just like everything else JBL makes). With parametric EQ and easy-access functions through the onboard LCD screen, it’s easy to dial in your low-end sound.
For a little more power, the JBL PRX918XLF takes the same portable and rugged design and packs 2,000 watts of power from the 18” speaker. Throw in JBL’s amazing transducers and flared ports and you get a subwoofer that’s ready to tackle any stage.
What’s better than one 18” speaker? Two! That’s right, the JBL SRX828SP is a dual 18” powered subwoofer for when you absolutely, positively need to rumble any stage or venue. With 2,000 watts of crown amplification and JBL’s premium transducers, this might just be the best subwoofer on the market today!
JBL powered line-array loudspeakers
If you’re looking for more control over your speaker coverage pattern, the JBL SRX series includes a great assortment of powered line-array loudspeakers. They’re great for any permanent installment or when you need to cover a large crowd.
How much power do you need? The JBL SRX series of line-array speakers come in three popular sizes:
Each speaker delivers JBL’s iconic sound quality. And they all work seamlessly with other JBL PA systems, so you can mix-and-match or upgrade as you need without worrying about compatibility issues. Build your perfect setup!
JBL powered portable line array
Ready to take your show on the road? JBL can support your traveling needs with their ultra-portable line array systems.
The JBL EON ONE MK2 is the pinnacle of all-in-one portable performance. Enjoy wide dispersion and a maximum output up to 123dB without even needing a power cable. That’s right, this amazing PA system can run for up to 6 hours on battery — long enough for any gig! Just grab your guitar (or instrument of choice), and you’re ready to play anywhere to mood strikes.
Want a few more channels in your portable setup? The JBL PRX ONE portable powered column array system looks and acts like the EON ONE but with a seven-channel digital mixer built in. Get up to 2,000 watts of amplification and legendary JBL sound quality without needing to find a power outlet.
Coming in at just 17 pounds, the JBL EON ONE Compact is a busker’s best friend. It might be small, but it still pushes up to 112dB of sound to make sure you’re heard on almost any stage. Coupled with an onboard four-channel mixer and whopping 12 hours of battery life, and you’re ready to play anywhere and anytime.
History of JBL Audio
Way back in 1927, a man named James Bullough Lansing (notice the initials…) started Lansing Manufacturing Company with his business partner, Ken Decker. The goal was to create the best audio equipment the world has ever known. They started by manufacturing six and eight-inch speaker drivers for radios.
In 1933 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) decided they no longer liked the loudspeakers they were using. The head of the MGM sound department, working in tandem with the Lansing Manufacturing Company, developed an all-new type of speaker called the Shearer Horn.
The new speaker was much better than the design they were using, and soon Shearer Horns were the go-to in movie theaters for blockbuster volume and full-frequency range. Lansing made some improvements over the next few years and developed the next generation of cinema speakers with the Iconic System loudspeaker, featuring a compression driver for the high frequencies and a 15-inch woofer for the lows.
Unfortunately, Lansing’s business partner died in a plane crash, leaving Lansing as the sole owner and manager of the Lansing Manufacturing Company. Although he was a brilliant engineer, he was a pretty lousy businessman. It didn’t take long for Lansing Manufacturing to run into the red. He eventually sold the company to the Altec Service Corporation, changing the name to Altec Lansing.
Once Lansing’s contract expired with Altec, he went off and founded a new company in 1946 that he named after himself: James B. Lansing Sound. Naturally, the name was eventually shortened to just the initials JBL.
The first official products from the newly created JBL were several high-fidelity loudspeakers, including a 15-inch loudspeaker called the D101 and a high-frequency driver called the D175. Both were almost identical to Altec products.
The first all-original JBL product was the D130 transducer. It featured a four-inch flat ribbon wire voice coil and Alnico V magnets. Lansing was close friends with the person who manufactured and sold Alnico magnets, making them a great unique selling point for his speakers.
But once again, Lansing’s failure as a businessman reared its head. In 1949 after a few years of decline, JBL’s vice president, Bill Thomas, took over operations. It wasn’t long before JBL started producing several new models of high-quality loudspeakers, including the model 375 high-frequency driver and the 075 ultra-high-frequency (UHF) ring-radiator driver — which later became known as JBL Bullets because of their unique shape.
Products during this era of JBL’s history were so good that they’re still highly sought after by collectors! Through the ‘50s and early ‘60s, JBL started to regain their supremacy in the audio world. The JBL 4320 became the industry standard for studio monitors in Hollywood and major recording labels like Capital Records. The JBL D130 loudspeaker was also the go-to for a little amp manufacturer named Leo Fender, who used JBL speakers in his electric guitar amps!
JBL was sold again in 1969 to Harman International, and the company continued the long tradition of high-quality speakers and audio equipment that Lansing began decades before. By 1977, it was reported that more recording studios were using JBL monitors than any other brand combined!
Today, JBL Audio’s incredible lineup of monitors and speakers are considered some of the best in the industry. They’re used in venues, studios, and even in many luxury vehicles around the world. Their dedication to sound quality and innovation have made their products stand the test of time. When you absolutely need to be heard and want the best sound quality possible, it’s hard to go wrong with JBL.
