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JBL PRX515 (No Longer Available)

Item ID: PRX515

15" 2-way Active Speaker System with Crown Class D Amplifier and Rugged Enclosure

Sorry, the JBL PRX515 is no longer available. We've left this page up for reference only. Check out the great alternatives on this page or call toll-free (800) 222-4700 to speak with a Sweetwater Sales Engineer about similar products.

From Our Research Team:

JBL and Crown: A Perfect Match!

The 2-way 15" is the most recognizable form of portable PA loudspeakers, the perfect balance between size and performance. The JBL 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.

JBL PRX515 2-way Speaker at a Glance:
  • Self-powered lightweight speaker system
  • Rugged DuraFlex-covered enclosure designed for years of reliable operation
  • Crown amplifier with system status lights

Self-powered lightweight speaker system
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 15" 265F Differential Drive woofer, a 1.5" annular polymer diaphragm, neodymium compression driver mounted to a 70-degree by 70-degree 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.

Rugged DuraFlex-covered enclosure designed for years of reliable operation
The PRX515 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 end-cap enables easy deployment. 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.

Crown amplifier with system status lights
The PRX515's amplifier input panel offers XLR or 1/4" 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.


JBL PRX515 2-way Speaker System Features:
  • 15" 2-way powered speaker
  • 500 watts continuous/1000 watts peak
  • Frequency range 45Hz-20kHz
  • 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 1/4" 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

For a premium portable PA, count on the JBL PRX515!
Specification Detail
Manufacturer Part Number PRX515

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Reviews

DAMN......

by DJ Vex One from San Jose Ca.
January 8, 2008
Music Background: Mobile Dj / Performer
I GOT THEM A WEEK AGO AFTER NEW YEARS, I DID TWO EVENTS THE SAME DAY. A BIRTHDAY PARTY AND A WAREHOUSE PARTY, FROM 7PM TO 6AM IN THE MORNING....
THE SOUND IS RIDICULOUS, MY EON G2'S ARE REPLACE... read more [+]D, PERMANENTLY. close [-]

fantasatic!!!

by Matt Collins from san francisco ca
December 18, 2007
Music Background: Mobile dj
used them for the first time, last weekend at a holiday party.. just the amount of headroom when it comes to pushin them, is out of control. there a huge upgrade from the eon g2 speakers.. The are p... read more [+]erfect for a school dance.. close [-]

JBL PRX515

by Michael Guerra from Port of Spain. Trinidad
July 6, 2009
Music Background: Occasional DJ
These speakers rock. They are fine speakers except for an intermittent static noise which comes out around the first 30 minutes of switching them on. It's really annoying to hear this static especiall... read more [+]y at low volume levels. close [-]

Think Twice...

by M.L. from Los Angeles, CA
July 29, 2009
Music Background: live sound, church music, dj
I agree with the previous reviewer who complained about the low level hiss/static that these powered speakers produce. The cabs sound great and as long as you're playing continuous music. Then and on... read more [+]ly then, the hiss is not a factor. HOWEVER, with spoken word events such as weddings or speeches...there is a terrible hiss that follows every word. Its a real distraction and I regret going with these speakers over the MACKIE and QSC models. Even though those speakers weigh a ton...i'd rather have the quiet cabs.

I took the speakers in to a jbl service center and they tried to replace the ribbon cable, but the problem still persists. This problem is widely discussed in various forums and I would recommend you do your research before investing in these noisy cabs.

I've also go a set of the QSC powered speakers at our church and they're running beautifully, so its not a "powered speaker thing". close [-]
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