8" Two-Way Line

Professional Series
VRX928LA-WH Array Loudspeaker
System

Key Features:
 JBL’s white Duraflex™ finish
 JBL’s exclusive neodymium magnet
Differential Drive® woofer for high-
power capacity and lightweight.
 Two patent-pending neodymium HF
compression drivers.
 Constant Curvature waveguide for
unprecedented array coherence
 Fly combinations of VRX928LA-WH and
Subwoofers (VRX915S-WH) with
optional array frame (VRX-SMAF)
 Integral rigging hardware for simple
connection of enclosures and optional
array frame. Arrays of up to six
enclosures may be flown.
 Array Configuration Selector permits
“array shading” in passive mode.

Application: The integral rigging hardware is used to securely lock the array together.
As many as six VRX928LA-WH speaker systems may be suspended in a single
 Music playback and sound array for a nominal vertical coverage of up to 90°. Suspended applications require
reinforcement in small to mid-size the JBL VRX-SMAF array frame (available separately). For applications in which
venues. the array must be aimed sharply down, a second Array Frame may be installed to
 Permanent install version designed for use the bottom of the array serving as a pull-back.
in houses of worship, theaters, and The VRX928LA-WH was designed for compatibility with VRX915S-WH
nightclubs where existing decor requires subwoofer.
white loudspeaker enclosures to be used. The VRX928LA-WH is manufactured and sold under U.S. patents 5,748,760; 6,112,847; 6,394,223; 6,847,726, and
D483,744.

VRX928LA-WH 8"
Two-Way Line Array Specifications:
Frequency Range (-10 dB): 70 Hz -20 kHz
Loudspeaker System Frequency Response (±3 dB):
Coverage Pattern:
87 Hz - 19 kHz
100° x 15° nominal (horizontal x vertical), single unit
The VRX928LA-WH is a lightweight Crossover Modes: Bi-amp / passive, externally switchable
(13 kg/28 lb) compact 8" two-way line- Crossover Frequency: 2.0 kHz
array speaker system designed for use in Power Rating1: 400 W / 800 W / 1600 W
arrays of up to six units. VRX928LA-WH (Continuous / Program / Peak): Bi-amp LF: 400 W / 800 W / 1600 W
Bi-amp HF: 130 W / 60 W / 120 W
is the ideal choice when line-array System Maximum SPL2: 122 dB SPL peak (passive mode)
performance is needed but the venue LF: 122 dB (bi-amp mode)
size doesn’t call for the very long-throw HF: 128 dB (bi-amp mode)
characteristics of larger line-arrays such System Sensitivity (1w @ 1m): 90 dB SPL (passive mode)
LF: 90 dB (bi-amp mode)
as JBL’s VERTEC or VRX932LA-1WH. HF: 108 dB (bi-amp mode)
The Constant Curvature waveguide LF Driver: 1 x JBL 2168H-1, 200 mm (8 in) Differential Drive® woofer
mounts two compression drivers on a HF Driver: 2 x JBL 2414H, 25 mm (1.0 in) neodymium compression driver
continuous arc. When additional Nominal Impedance: Passive: 18 ohms
VRX928LA-WH speakers are added to Bi-amp LF: 18 ohms
Bi-amp HF: 16 ohms
the array the uninterrupted arc
Active Tunings: Tunings available at www.jblpro.com
continues. In effect, all the drivers work
Enclosure: 15 mm - 25 mm, multi-ply birch plywood
together as if they were a single driver
Suspension / Mounting: Suspension requires optional VRX-SMAF line array frame or M10
on a very long waveguide. Since there eyebolt kit #229-00009-01.
are two HF drivers in each Transport: Integrated handle with backing cup
VRX928LA-WH, the combined power Finish: White DuraFlex™ finish
handling and acoustic output of the Grille: Powder coated, white, 18 gauge perforated steel with
system is far greater than a single driver acoustically transparent white foam backing.
could achieve. Input Connectors: Neutrik® Speakon NL-4 (x2)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 230 mm x 419 mm x 267 mm
VRX928LA-WH uses “amplitude (9.1 in x 16.5 in x 10.5 in)
shading” to shape the coverage of the Net Weight: 12.7 kg (28 lb)
array. Switches on the input plate allow, 1
IEC filtered noise with 6 dB crest factor, 2 hours.
for example, the upper box in an array 2
Calculated, based on power rating and sensitivity.
to reach the distant rear of a room while JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods and design
the lower box is shaded back to reduce refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this
reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or
excessive level at the front of the exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated.
listening area.
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Block Diagram
LONG THROW
+3 dB
0 dB
MID THROW
HPF
NL4 1+
1+ INPUT 1-
-3 dB
NL4 1- 2+
SHORT THROW
INPUT 2+ 2-
2-

PASSIVE BI-AMP
MODE MODE

NL4 1+ LPF
NL4 1+
INPUT 1-
INPUT 1-
2+
2+
2-
2-

Array Configuration Selector (ACS)

Amplitude shading is a technique that allows the coverage
pattern of a loudspeaker array to be shaped by adjusting the Long
Throw
Array Configuration Selector
HF Output Level VRX928LA-WH
+3 dB

relative acoustic output of some of the devices in the array. Most JBL PROFESSIONAL
Northridge, CA USA

often, array shading involves only the mid and high-frequency Made in USA
Mid
Throw 0 dB
PASSIVE PASSIVE
±1 IN: 8⑁
±2 N/C
sections of the array. In a simple system consisting of three WARNING:
Do not attempt to
suspend unless you

VRX928LA-WH’s, the lower speaker (which covers the nearest have read and
fully understood all
instructions. Follow

listeners) may have its high-frequency output reduced. At the all applicable local
ordinances. BI-AMP
±1 LF: 8 ⍀
same time, the upper speaker may have its high frequency output Attachment of the
loudspeaker to any
BI-AMP ±2 HF: 16 ⍀
supporting structrue
increased. The overall sound-power in the room is unchanged should be referred
to a qualified
-3 dB
Single Speaker
Serial No.
professional. or
but the distribution of acoustic energy to the audience is far more Short Throw
Equipped with Differential Drive® Transducer Technology
Manufactured Under U.S. PATENTS: 5,748,760, 6,112,847,

uniform.
N108
6,394,223, 6,768,806, 6,774,510, 6,847,726, and D483,743.

Amplitude shading of a VRX928LA-WH array may be accomplished in passive or bi-amplified systems.

In passive mode, the Array Configuration Selector may be used. The -3 dB position will typically be used for
the speaker(s) in an array that are covering the nearest listening area. The +3 dB position will be used for the
speaker(s) covering the more distant areas, or to compensate for the low-frequency build-up resulting from
mutual coupling of multiple woofers in an array. In bi-amp mode the amplifier output needs to be adjusted
accordingly.

VRX-SMAF Array Frame Accessory

The VRX-SMAF is an array frame kit designed to be
used for suspension of the VRX928LA-WH line array
loudspeaker. The optional array frame kit includes an
array frame, two quick release pins, a pair of forged 3/8"
shackles, and a pair of drop levers.
The following table defines the maximum number of
speakers that may be suspended using the VRX-SMAF
frame. A minimum design factor of 7:1 is maintained for
all speaker configurations at or below those indicated in
the table.
Maximum number of VRX928LA-WH in array 6 5 4 3 2 0
Maximum number of VRX915S-WH in array 0 2 2 2 3 4
For some applications, it may be necessary to pull back the array from the bottom in order to achieve the
desired coverage. Every VRX-SMAF is supplied with a spare set of quick release pins and a pair of spare drop
levers that are used to adapt a second array frame to the bottom of a VRX928LA-WH array. Once these are
installed on the bottom enclosure, the array frame may be attached as previously described.
Dimensions
419
(16.5)

267
(10.5)

TOP 127 210

(5.0) (8.3)
115
230 C (4.5)
(9.1) 15° L

FRONT R876
(R34.5) SIDES REAR

Dimensions in mm (in)
BOTTOM

System Configurations

2 VRX915S-WH with 2 VRX928LA-WH 4 x VRX928LA-WH VRX915S-WH with 3 VRX928LA-WH

 VRX928LA-WH 8" Two-Way Line Array Loudspeaker System
Frequency Response
105

HF +3dB
95 HF 0dB
HF -3dB
SPL (dB)

85

75

65
20 100 1000 10000 20000
Frequency (Hz)

Horizontal Beamwidth
360
-6 dB Beamwidth (degrees)

100

10
20 100 1000 10000 20000
Frequency (Hz)

Vertical Beamwidth
360
-6 dB Beamwidth (degrees)

100

1x VRX928LA
3x VRX928LA

10
20 100 1000 10000 20000
Frequency (Hz)

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8500 Balboa Boulevard, P.O. Box 2200
Northridge, California 91329 U.S.A.
A Harman International Company SS VRX928LA-WH
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