JBL PRX500 Series Speakers

For every musician, DJ, venue and audio/video provider, high-performance self-powered speaker systems offer a degree of simplicity unmatched by traditional amp and speaker PA systems. Not only are all components matched right out of the box, but they are optimized for maximum reliability. By considering every element in each system and its contribution to the final application PRX500 redefines high performance portable PA. Through design, JBL PRX500 series speakers deliver power, performance and simplicity in a package that's been designed to move. JBL PRX500 speakers are available at Sweetwave Audio. If you need help, call one of our experienced technicians at 1-877-258-0563.

15" 2-Way Self-Powered Sound Reinforcement System

PRX515 Specsheet

The 2-way 15"; the most recognizable form of portable PA loudspeakers, the perfect balance between size and performance. The PRX515 truly is an exception; it's smaller and lighter without compromising on performance.

For applications requiring full bandwidth sound reproduction, using only a pair of speakers, the PRX515 delivers the optimum balance. For live music, recorded music playback and speech the user has the option of tailoring the EQ, ‘flat' for speech intelligibility, and ‘boost' for enhanced bass and crisp highs in recorded music playback. A microphone can be directly connected to the speaker input for quick on-the-fly PA applications.

The PRX515 is a self-powered, lightweight two-way loudspeaker system capable of delivering a very high level of performance. The PRX515 is comprised of a 380 mm (15 in) 265F Differential Drive® woofer, a 2408H 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver mounted to a 70° by 70° horn, all driven by a multi-channel Crown International Class-D digital power amplifier. A propriety DSP chip is at the core of a fully featured input section, providing user selectable system EQ, protection, input sensitivity selection, cross-over functionality, dynamic limiting and discrete component optimization.

The enclosure is constructed of quality plywood and coated in JBL's rugged DuraFlex™ finish. Durable polypropylene end-caps add extra protection for the cabinet. An integrated pole mount on the bottom endcap enables easy deployment. The CNCmachined steel grille wraps around the sides of the enclosure so there are no protruding lips on the front of the box to create acoustical interference. The grille is also lined with an acoustically transparent foam to provide additional driver protection.

The amplifier input panel offers XLR or ¼” jack compatibility and a sensitivity switch provides extra flexibility, making it possible to connect literally any sound source without using a mixer. Signal present and overload lights indicate the system status and assist in setting the optimum level, via the level control knob.

Key Features

• Differential Drive® woofer
• 1.5" annual polymer diaphragm compression driver
• Class-D, Crown® digital amplifier
• DSP input section with crossover, dynamic limiting, component optimization, selectable system EQ
• Professional XLR line and ¼" Mic/Instrument inputs, with loop through
• Illuminated logo for clear Power-On status
• Integrated pole mount socket
• DuraFlex™ coated plywood construction
• Polypropylene end-caps enhance durability
• Wrap around heavy duty steel grille provides protection without obstructing performance.
• Large die-cast aluminum handle bar with a fine tuned ergonomic rubber grip for maximum comfort

Dual 15" 2-Way Self-Powered Sound Reinforcement System

PRX525 Specsheet

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

If a simple set-up is required and full bandwidth output at high levels is a must, then the PRX525 is most likely the optimum solution. With the same foot print as the PRX515 the addition of another 15" woofer only increases the weight by 24 lbs, yet the increase in performance negates the requirement for an extra subwoofer in live music and many music playback applications. For live music, recorded music playback and speech the user has the option of tailoring the EQ, 'flat' for speech intelligibility and 'boost' for enhanced bass and crisp highs in recorded music playback. A microphone can be directly connected to the speaker input for quick on-the-fly PA applications.

The PRX525 is a self-powered, lightweight two-way loudspeaker system capable of delivering a very high level of performance over a broad bandwidth. The PRX525 is comprised of two 380 mm (15 in) 265F Differential Drive® woofers, a 2408H 37.5mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver mounted to a 70° by 70° horn, all driven by a multi-channel Crown International Class-D digital power amplifier. A propriety DSP chip is at the core of a fully featured input section, providing user selectable system EQ, protection, input sensitivity selection, cross-over functionality, dynamic limiting and discrete component optimization.

The enclosure is constructed of quality plywood and coated in JBL's rugged DuraFlex™ finish. Durable polypropylene end-caps add extra protection for the cabinet. The CNC-machined steel grille wraps around the sides of the enclosure so there are no protruding lips on the front of the box to create acoustical interference. The grille is also lined with an acoustically transparent foam to provide additional driver protection.

The amplifier input panel offers XLR or ¼” jack compatibility and a sensitivity switch provides extra flexibility, making it possible to connect literally any sound source without using a mixer. Signal present and overload lights indicate the system status and assist in setting the optimum level, via the level control knob.

Key Features

• Dual Differential Drive® woofers
• 1.5" annual polymer diaphragm compression driver
• Class-D, Crown® digital amplifier
• DSP input section with crossover, dynamic limiting, component optimization, selectable system EQ
• Professional XLR line and ¼" Mic/Instrument inputs with loop through
• Illuminated logo for clear Power-On status
• DuraFlex™ coated plywood construction
• Polypropylene end-caps enhance durability
• Wrap around heavy duty steel grille provides protection without obstructing performance.
• Large die-cast aluminum handle bar with a fine tuned ergonomic rubber grip for maximum comfort

15" 3-Way Self-Powered Sound Reinforcement System

PRX535 Specsheet

The PRX535 offers a high level of performance. By design, a 3-way configuration, it is the most accurate in the PRX500 Series.

With a horn loaded midrange, pattern control is maintained to a much lower frequency resulting in exceptional clarity and uniform sonic projection over the defined coverage area. Ideally suited to applications where the program material, live or prerecorded has many subtle nuances that is critical to the performance. As with all the full-range PRX500 Series systems two EQ selections can be used to optimize the system for the program material and/or environment. The input section also accommodates either Line or Mic/Instrument level inputs.

The PRX535 is a self-powered, lightweight 3-way loudspeaker system capable of delivering a very high level of performance, both in SPL and sonic accuracy. The PRX535 is comprised of a 380 mm (15 in) 265F Differential Drive® woofer, a 165 mm (6.5 in) 195H horn-loaded 90° by 50° mid-range and a 2408H 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver mounted to a 90° by 50° horn, all driven by a multi-channel Crown International Class-D digital power amplifier. A propriety DSP chip is at the core of a fully featured input section, providing user selectable system EQ, protection, input sensitivity selection, crossover functionality, dynamic limiting and discrete component optimization.

The enclosure is constructed of quality plywood and coated in JBL's rugged DuraFlex™ finish. Durable polypropylene end-caps add extra protection for the cabinet. An integrated pole mount on the bottom endcap enables easy deployment. The CNCmachined steel grille wraps around the sides of the enclosure so there are no protruding lips on the front of the box to create acoustical interference. The grille is also lined with an acoustically transparent foam to provide additional driver protection.

The amplifier input panel offers XLR or ¼” jack compatibility and a sensitivity switch provides extra flexibility, making it possible to connect literally any sound source without using a mixer. Signal present and overload lights indicate the system status and assist in setting the optimum level, via the level control knob.

Key Features

• Differential Drive® woofer
• Horn loaded mid range for sonic accuracy and enhanced pattern control
• 1.5" annual polymer diaphragm compression driver
• Class-D, Crown® digital amplifier: lightweight, compact, multi channel, heritage
• DSP input section with crossover, dynamic limiting, component optimization, selectable system EQ
• Professional XLR line and ¼" Mic/Instrument inputs, with loop through
• Illuminated logo for clear Power-On status
• Integrated pole mount socket
• DuraFlex™ coated plywood construction
• Polypropylene end-caps enhance durability
• Wrap around heavy duty steel grille provides protection without obstructing performance.
• Large die-cast aluminum handle bar with a fine tuned ergonomic rubber grip for maximum comfort

18" Self-Powered Subwoofer System

PRX518S Specsheet

Compact and powerful, the PRX518S offers the performance of an 18" subwoofer in a package not much larger than a typical 15" sub.

Key Features

• JBL VGC™ (Vented Gap Cooled) woofer
• Class-D, Crown® digital amplifier
• DSP, input section with selectable crossover, dynamic limiting, component optimization, selectable polarity reverse
• Professional XLR line and ¼" Mic/Instrument inputs
• Stereo input and Loop-Thru capability
• Illuminated logo for clear Power-On status
• Top panel pole mount socket for sub/satellite configuration
• DuraFlex™ coated plywood construction
• Wrap around heavy duty steel grille provides protection without obstructing performance.

With a pole receptacle (that accepts a SS3-BK) on the top panel and integrated stereo pass-thru, with selectable HP filter, this is the perfect compliment to the PRX500 full-range systems. Configured with a PRX512M or PRX515; the result is a highly transportable, high performance subsatellite system. The addition of a polarity reverse options further enables system optimization. The PRX518 is a high performance selfpowered compact subwoofer system.

The PRX518S is comprised of a 2044E 460 mm (18" ) VGC™ (Vented Gap Cooled) woofer driven by a Crown International Class-D digital power amplifier. A propriety DSP chip is at the core of a fully featured input section, providing user selectable crossover functionality, polarity optimization, protection, dynamic limiting and discrete component optimization.

The enclosure is constructed of quality plywood and coated in JBL's rugged DuraFlex™ finish. An integrated pole mount on the top enables an easy sub/satellite configuration. The CNCmachined steel grille wraps around the sides of the enclosure so there are no protruding lips on the front of the box to create acoustical interference. The grille is also lined with an acoustically transparent foam to provide additional driver protection.

The amplifier input panel offers stereo inputs with XLR or ¼” jack compatibility. A user selectable crossover ensures a smooth transition to full-range system connected to the stereo outputs. Signal present and overload lights indicate the system status and assist in setting the optimum level, via the level control knob.