JBL PRX815W Powered PA Speaker

15” Two-Way Full-Range Main System/Floor Monitor with Wi-Fi

The JBL PRX815 is a full-range speaker designed for main system and floor monitor applications. Featuring a 15”, two-way, bass-reflex design powered by a 1500-watt class-D amplifier, PRX815 delivers incredible volume in a lightweight and compact form factor.

Features

Built-in Wi-Fi for wireless control of your system from anywhere in the venue

Free PRX Connect mobile app for iOS and Android provides wireless control over volume levels, 8-band parametric EQ and up to 50ms of speaker delay to fine-tune your sound

Class-leading 1500-watt amplifier delivers ample power to fill your venue

JBL Differential Drive® transducers for higher SPL in a lightweight design

Next-generation JBL neodymium compression drivers

Redesigned Crown input technology, including XLR, 1/4” and RCA inputs plus XLR loop-through

Intelligent variable-speed fan activates only when needed to reduce noise

Updated tuning delivers flat frequency response and smooth off-axis behavior

Durable wooden cabinets, tour-proven DuraFlex™ finish and dent-resistant 16-gauge grilles

Universal power supply for worldwide compatibility

dbx Type IV™ limiting ensures clear, accurate sound at high volumes

Brutal testing regimen—including the famous JBL 100-hour power test—ensures reliable performance

Applications

The 2-way 15” offers the perfect balance between size and performance. The PRX815 truly is an exception; it’s small, light weight, versatile and powerful with remote Wi-Fi control of onboard DSP EQ parameters. The performance and asymmetrical design make this a perfect choice for musicians, entertainers and DJ’s when portability is key, or when hung by the suspension points, an exceptional light-duty installation speaker. All PRX800 Series speakers were designed to excel in sound reinforcement where challenging audio environments and loud volumes are the norm. For applications requiring full bandwidth sound reproduction, the PRX815 delivers the optimum balance. For live music, recorded music playback and speech the user has the option of tailoring the EQ. A microphone can be directly connected to the speaker input for quick PA applications. Coupled with a PRX800 sub-woofer the system becomes an efficient, full-range sound system.

The PRX815 is comprised of 15” 275G Differential Drive® woofer, a 2408H-2 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver mounted to a 90° by 50° horn, all driven by 1500 watt Class-D power amplifier. Sophisticated DSP 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.

All PRX800 cabinets are built from 18 mm, strong, light-weight poplar plywood made structurally sound with tongue and groove joints. All PRX800 Series cabinets are protected by JBL’s tour proven DuraFlex™ finish. Grilles are made from dent-resistant 16 gauge steel and handles are made from light-weight glass-filled nylon for added strength and durability. All M10 suspension points are constructed from 14 gauge steel and have been tested with a yield-strength of 1000 lbs. each.

The amplifier input panel offers XLR or ¼ inch 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.

Specifications

System Type Self Powered 15”, two-way, bass-reflex

Maximum SPL (1m) Normal: 137 dB Boost: 137 dB

Frequency Range (-10dB) Main: 42.9 Hz - 19.5 kHz Monitor: 43.6 Hz - 19.3 kHz

Frequency Response (±3 dB) Main: 58.1 Hz - 17.2 kHz Monitor: 60.7 Hz - 16.7 kHz

Inputs 2 x Balanced XLR / 1/4 inch input, 2 x unbalanced RCA input

Input Impedance 20K Ohms (balanced), 10K Ohms (unbalanced)

Signal Indicators Limit: Yellow LED indicates peak output has been reached and dsp limiter is acting Signal: Green LED indicates signal present Power: Blue indicates system has power and ready to pass audio

EQ User selectable presets for Main or Monitor position, Advanced EQ settings available using Wi-Fi and PRX Connect application

Dynamic Control (Input) dbx Type IV™ limiter circuit

Crossover Frequency 2 kHz

Design Highly efficient Class-D amplifier

Power Rating 1500W (750W x 2)

AC power input 100V - 240V ~ 50/60 Hz

LF Driver 1 x JBL 275G (15 in) woofer

HF Driver 1 x JBL 2408H-2 37.5 mm (1.5 in) annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver

Coverage Pattern 90° x 50° nominal

Directivity Index (DI) 10.2 dB

Directivity Factor (Q) 10.4

Enclosure Asymmetrical, 18 mm, Duraflex coated plywood

Suspension / Mounting Dual 36 mm pole socket, 12 x M10 Suspension Points

Transport 1 x injection molded handle with backing cup

Finish Obsidian DuraFlex™ finish

Grille Powder coated, Obsidian, 16 gauge perforated steel with acoustical transparent black cloth backing.

Dimensions (H x W x D) 701mm x 446mm x 359mm (27.6in x 17.5in x 14.1in)

Net Weight 20.86 kg (46.0 lb)

Gross Weight 26.3 kg (58.0 lb)

Mic Inputs 2

Phantom Power No

Effects 25 parametric EQ's and speaker delay

Outputs 1 x XLR (mix out)