JBL MRX500 Series Speakers

JBL once again hits the target with the all-new MRX500 Series speaker system. Compact, lightweight, truly portable, the MRX500 is the ultimate PA system for musicians and DJ's who need fully professional sound and performance within a budget.

Sales of JBL MRX500 Series speakers including models MRX512M, MRX515, MRX525, MRX518S, and MRX528S at Sweetwave Audio. If you need help, call one of our experienced technicians at 1-877-258-0563.

The MRX512M is a portable, twelve-inch, two-way speaker system designed specifically for sound reinforcment stage monitoring applications.

Key Features

• 12" Differential Drive® woofer for high-power capacity and very lightweight
• 1.5" annular polymer diaphragm compression driver
• Compact and low-profile for minimal obstruction of audience sight-lines
• 70° x 70° coverage for even and smooth response on and off axis
• Dual-angle pole socket for applications requiring tripod mounting
• Heavy Duty 16 gauge protective screen backed steel grill
• Tough DuraFlex™ enclosure finish

• Speech reinforcement
• Live performance stage monitoring
• Reinforcement of vocal and acoustic music
• High-performance satellite speaker for use with subwoofers

The MRX512M is a premium, utility/monitor speaker. The MRX512M uses a JBL 262H 305 mm (12 in) Differential Drive® woofer and a 2408H 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver. A 70° x 70° horn provides smooth, even coverage whether used in the vertical (mains) or horizontal (monitor) orientation. NL4 connectors are provided on both ends of the speaker to keep cable runs tidy on stage when used in the monitor application and for easy access when used on tripods. A passive network provides accurate reproduction throughout the cross-over region. For use on a tripod or over a subwoofer, JBL’s dual angle pole mount is included. This feature allows the speaker to be mounted in a vertical position or with a 10° down tilt for optimum audience coverage. The enclosure is constructed of quality plywood and coated in JBL’s rugged DuraFlex™ finish. The attractive CNC-machined, 16-gauge steel grill wraps around the sides of the enclosure. The grills are internally lined with an acoustically transparent screen to provide additional driver protection and give a very professional appearance.

Specifications

• Frequency Range: 60 Hz - 20k Hz
• Frequency Response: 90 Hz - 20k Hz
• Sensitivity: 97dB SPL
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
• Power Capacity: 400 W / 800 W / 1600 W
• Rated Maximum SPL: 129 dB SPL continuous
• Coverage Pattern: 70º x 70º nominal
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 645 mm x 380 mm x 345 mm (25.25 in x 15.0 in x 13.5 in)
• Weight : 14.9 kg (33.0 lbs.)
• High Frequency Driver : 1 x JBL 2408H 37.5 mm (1.5 in)annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver
• Low Frequency Driver : 1 x JBL 262H 305 mm (12 in)
• Differential Drive® woofer

The MRX515 is a portable, fifteen-inch, two-way speaker system designed for reinforcement of music and speech.

Key Features

• Lightweight and high-power
• 15" Differential Drive® woofer for high-power
  capacity and very lightweight
• 1.5" annular polymer diaphragm compression
  driver 70° x 70° coverage
• Dual-angle pole socket for applications requiring
  tripod mounting
• Heavy Duty 16 gauge protective screen
  backed steel grill
• Tough DuraFlex™ enclosure finish

Applications

• Reinforcement of music and speech in entertainment,
  live or pre-recorded applications
• High-performance satellite speaker for use with subwoofers

The MRX515 is high-power, lightweight two-way loudspeaker system offering a very high level of performance from a speaker that can be placed on a pole or standard speaker tripod stand. The MRX515 is comprised of a 380 mm (15 in) 265H Differential Drive® woofer which handles 400 watts (continuous) yet the entire system weighs only 19.5 kg (43 lbs). For the high frequencies, the 2408H 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver is mounted to a 70° x 70° horn. JBL’s dual angle pole mount allows the speaker to be mounted in a vertical position or with a 10° down tilt for optimum audience coverage. The enclosure is constructed of quality plywood and coated in JBL’s rugged DuraFlex™ finish. The attractive CNC-machined, 16-gauge steel grill wraps around the sides of the enclosure. The grills are internally lined with an acoustically transparent screen to provide additional driver protection and give a very professional appearance.

Specifications

• Frequency Range: 52 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency Response: 65 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 98dB @ 1m (3.3 ft)
• Nominal Impedance : 8 ohms
• Power Capacity : 400 W / 800 W / 1600 W
• Rated Maximum SPL : 130 dB SPL peak
• Coverage Pattern: 70º x 70º nominal
• Dimensions: (H x W x D) : 692 x 432 x 470 (27.25" x 17" x 18.5")
• Weight: 19.5 kg (43 lb)
• High Frequency Drive : 1 x JBL 2408H 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver
• Low Frequency Driver : 1 x JBL 265H 380 mm (15 in) Differential Drive® woofer

The MRX525 is a portable, dual fifteen-inch, two-way speaker system designed for reinforcement of music and speech.

Key Features

• Lightweight/high-power, and extra low-frequency extension.
• Dual 15" Differential Drive® woofers for high-power capacity and extended LF performance
• 1.5" annular polymer diaphragm compression driver
• 70° x 70° coverage
• Heavy Duty 16 gauge protective screen backed steel grill
• Tough DuraFlex™ enclosure finish

Applications

• Live sound reinforcement for vocals and musical instruments
• High-level music playback

The MRX525 is an excellent choice when the application calls for high performance and simplicity. A pair of MRX525s and a single, high-power amplifier is a complete sound system capable of reinforcing bass and kick drum or playing high-level music in clubs and other venues. The MRX525 is comprised of two 380 mm (15 in) 265H Differential Drive® woofers with combined power handling of 800 watts (continuous). For the high frequencies, 2408H 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver is mounted to a 70° x 70° horn. The 70° coverage angle of the MRX525 is wide enough to provide coverage of an audience when used one-per-side yet narrow enough to allow splaying of multiple enclosures without excessive coverage overlap. The enclosure is constructed of quality plywood and coated in JBL’s rugged DuraFlex™ finish. The attractive CNC-machined, 16-gauge steel grill wraps around the sides of the enclosure. The grills are internally lined with an acoustically transparent screen to provide additional driver protection and give a very professional appearance.

Specifications

• Frequency Range: 40 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency Response: 57 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 100 dB SPL
• Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms
• Power Capacity: 800 W / 1600 W / 3200 W
• (Continuous / Program / Peak): 700 W / 1400 W / 2800 W
• Rated Maximum SPL: 135 dB SPL Peak
• Coverage Pattern: 70º x 70º nominal
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1240 mm x 535 mm x 460 mm (48.75 in x 21.0 in x 18.0 in)
• Weight: 38.2 kg ( 84 lbs.)
• High Frequency Driver: 1 x JBL 2408H 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver
• Low Frequency Driver: 2 x JBL 265H 380 mm (15 in) Differential Drive® woofer

The MRX518 is a portable, eighteen-inch, subwoofer speaker system.

Key Features

• 18 inch, 2044G driver for extended low-frequency output
• Large vent area for reduced distortion
• Low profile and compact
• Tough DuraFlex™ finish enclosure

Applications

• Live performance venues
• Mobile and fixed DJ systems

The MRX518S is a compact, high power subwoofer system containing a 2044G 457 mm (18") woofer in a front-loaded, vented enclosure. The enclosure is designed to present a minimum frontal area. The system offers complete input connection flexibility for compatibility with a variety of cabling schemes.

The input panel incorporates a pair of Neutrik® Speakon® NL-4 connectors wired in parallel. The MRX518S is supplied with pins +1/-1 connected to the woofer. This may be easily reconfigured to work with cabling systems intended to drive subwoofers on pins +2/-2. For “Subwoofer/Satellite” configurations, the MRX518S is equipped with a top-mounted, 36 mm pole mount socket that can receive the optional SS3-BK pole. This can be used to mount speakers equipped with standard 35 mm pole sockets and weighing up to 50 kg (100 lbs). The enclosure is constructed of top quality plywood, coated in JBL’s rugged DuraFlex™ finish and is braced to maximize low-frequency performance. The attractive CNC-machined, 16-gauge steel grill is internally lined with an acoustically transparent screen to provide additional driver protection and give a very professional appearance.

Specifications

• Frequency Range: 40 Hz - 200 Hz
• Frequency Response: 45 Hz - 200 Hz
• Sensitivity: 94 dB SPL; 100 dB SPL
• Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms
• Power Capacity: 500 W / 1000 W / 2000 W
• (Continuous / Program / Peak): 400 W / 800 W / 1600 W
• Rated Maximum SPL: 127 dB SPL (133 dB SPL)
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 560 mm x 535 mm x 700 mm (22 in x 21 in x 27.5 in)
• Weight: 32.5 kg (72 lb)
• Low Frequency Driver: 1 x JBL 2044G 457 mm (18 in) woofers

The MRX528S is a portable, dual eighteen-inch, subwoofer speaker system.

Key Features

• Dual 18 inch, 2044H drivers for extended low-frequency output
• Large vents for reduced distortion
• Vertical orientation for convenient ground stacking
• Tough DuraFlex™ enclosure finish

Applications

• Live performance venues
• Mobile and fixed DJ systems

The MRX528S is a compact, high power subwoofer system containing dual 2044H 457 mm (18") woofer in a front-loaded, vented enclosure. The enclosure is designed to present a minimum frontal area. It is also configured in an upright format to permit the convenient stacking of fullrange enclosures on top without the need for an additional pole.
The system offers complete input connection flexibility for compatibility with a variety of cabling schemes. The input panel incorporates a pair of Neutrik® Speakon® NL-4 connectors wired in parallel. The MRX528S is supplied with pins +1/-1 connected to the woofer. This may be easily reconfigured to work with cabling systems intended to drive subwoofers on pins +2/-2.

The enclosure is constructed of quality plywood, coated in JBL’s rugged DuraFlex™ finish and is braced to maximize low-frequency performance.

The attractive CNC-machined, 16-gauge steel grill is internally lined with an acoustically transparent screen to provide additional driver protection and give a very professional appearance.

Specifications

• Frequency Range: 35 Hz - 250 Hz
• Frequency Response: 40 Hz - 250 Hz
• Sensitivity: 97 dB SPL; 103 dB SPL
• Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms
• Power Capacity: 1000 W / 2000 W / 4000W
• Rated Maximum SPL: 133 dB SPL (139 dB SPL)*
• Coverage Pattern: 70º x 70º nominal
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1095 mm x 535 mm x 700 mm (43 in x 21 in x 27.5 in)
• Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs.)
• Low Frequency Driver: 2 x JBL 2044H 457 mm (18 in) woofers