JBL Professional Debuts the JBL VTX A6 Line Array Element and B15 Compact Subwoofer

July 26 2022, 05:10

Harman Professional Solutions introduced the newest members of JBL Professional’s flagship VTX line array series, the VTX A6 subcompact dual 6.5-inch passive line array element and the B15 compact, arrayable 15-inch subwoofer. The A6 and B15 bring JBL’s top acoustic technologies to compact form factors for small- to medium-size touring and fixed installations, providing versatile solutions for production companies, touring acts, rental houses, theaters, houses of worship and any space-critical applications.

Following the preview at InfoComm 2022 in Las Vegas, NV, Harman Professional Solutions introduced the newest members of JBL Professional’s flagship VTX line array series, the VTX A6 subcompact dual 6.5-inch passive line array element and the B15 compact, arrayable 15-inch subwoofer. The A6 and B15 bring JBL’s top acoustic technologies to compact form factors for small- to medium-size touring and fixed installations, providing versatile solutions for production companies, touring acts, rental houses, theaters, houses of worship and any space-critical applications.

The new additions to JBL's flagship line array series deliver big-system clarity and coverage in compact footprints. The A6 fully passive, two-way line array element is JBL’s smallest VTX line array product to date, while the new VTX B15 Compact Arrayable 15-inch Subwoofer extends the system's low-end performance and offers a versatile solution for any application. The new VTX A6 uses a custom-engineered dual 6.5" Differential Drive woofers and a new 3-inch annular-diaphragm compression driver, coupled with a clean and modern industrial design and a robust IP55 rating, introducing a significant advancement to its predecessor, the famous VerTec VT4886 line array element.

"When you choose the JBL VTX A Series, you’re building a complete ecosystem, with common acoustic profiles and rigging systems, consistent voicing and standardized system design and operational tools,” says George Georgallis, Director, Product Management – Performance Audio at Harman Professional Solutions. "And, by accessing VTX technologies in a new ultra-compact package, you’re able to maximize your system investment and deliver VTX quality and performance in any scale application."

The A6 line array element was engineered for ease of integration and deployment, as a standalone system or as a supplement to larger VTX systems. Matching the custom 6.5-inch woofers and 3-inch compression driver, the A6 features acoustic innovations pioneered in JBL’s VTX line, including JBL’s patented Radiation Boundary Integrator (RBI) and Differential Drive dual-voice coil, dual-magnet woofer. It all adds up to big-system performance in a low-profile loudspeaker, with low-frequency extension to 67Hz and 134dB max SPL.

The new VTX B15 15-inch subwoofer features acoustic advancements such as SlipStream double-flared exponential ports and Differential Drive dual-voice coil design and is based on JBL’s new 2285H 15-inch woofer, which is engineered for linearity, efficiency and excursion that rival 18-inch models. Two B15 versions are available: the arrayable B15 and the B15G, which is designed without rigging hardware for ground-stacked applications.

Both the A6 and B15 are designed for versatile rigging and effortless system integration. The A6 uses the VTX A Series’ patented rigging system for accurate, easy deployment. Set splay angles while components are on the ground; once the system is suspended, a locking mechanism automatically secures cabinets in designated positions. The B15 has the same cabinet width and suspension hardware as the A6, allowing the two products to be used together in flown and ground-stacked configurations; the B15 supports cardioid array configurations.

The JBL A12 and A12W VTX A-Series line array elements exhibit 90-degree and 120-degree dispersion patterns respectively down to 250Hz, while the A8 exhibits a 110-degree dispersion pattern down to 300Hz, and the smaller A6 offers 110-degree dispersion down to 500Hz.

Using JBL’s suite of software tools, including the LAC-3 design application, the Array Link deployment tool and the Performance Manager configuration and control application, users can streamline system operation and share information with teams in real time. The simple, intuitive user interfaces let users design systems in minutes and manage functions from anywhere.

The new JBL VTX A Series products are constructed from premium materials that withstand the harsh conditions of touring and outdoor installations. Enclosures are built from exterior-grade birch plywood with black Duraflex finish and feature powder-coated, hex-perforated stainless steel grilles with acoustically transparent cloth backing. Units are IP55-rated and metal parts are made from high-grade steel with anti-corrosion coating.
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