When your large venue requires high-impact sound reinforcement over longer throw distances than traditional loudspeakers, look to the VLA901Hi High-Output from JBL, a passive three-way full-range loudspeaker that, like all members of the innovative VLA series, sports advanced transducer technology for low weight and high output. The VLA901Hi High-Output is optimized for high-output in permanently installed line array systems and features two potent 15" low-frequency drivers, four 8" mid-frequency drivers, and six high-frequency compression drivers with a 1.5" throat exit.

The 90° horizontal coverage of the VLA901Hi High-Output is ideal for providing large crowds with consistent sound beaming and minimal interference when building up your array. The max total power handling of the system is 2400W peak, giving you plenty of headroom for your external amps. This loudspeaker is designed to handle the versatility needed from a high-performance sound system in virtually any venue—with a rugged DuraFlex finish, weatherized transducer components, a durable IPx3 and Mil-Std 810 rating for any indoor or outdoor application, and multiple M10 threaded rigging points on every side of the loudspeaker, so you can build your line array the way you want.

For Sound Installations in Large Venues    Two 15" Low, Four 8" Mid, Six 1.5" High    90° Horizontal Coverage    Maximum Peak Power Handling of 2400W    High-Output, Low-Weight Transducers    Barrier Strip for Easy Connectivity    Rugged DuraFlex Finish    IPx3 and Mil-Std 810 Rating    Weatherized Components    Multiple Rigging Points for Line Array

The VLA901Hi High-Output uses JBL's advanced component transducers to provide a high output while retaining a low weight. Although technically designed as a short throw loudspeaker, the VLA901Hi High-Output sports a longer throw than many comparable loudspeaker designs, just like all VLA series loudspeakers.

• Two 15" LF drivers with dual 3" voice coils and neodymium differential drive
• Four 8" MF drivers with dual 3" voice coils and neodymium differential drive
• Six HF compression drivers with 1.5" exit and single 3" voice coil

The standard enclosure design features a rugged build that can handle most indoor or outdoor applications. This includes a rectangular 5/8" Baltic birch plywood case, a black DuraFlex finish, and a powder-coated 14-gauge perforated steel grille with cloth backing. The VLA901i sports an IPx3 and Mil-Std 810 rating, making it quite suitable in many outdoor applications.

The VLA901Hi High-Output is designed for rapid and easy setup. A simple barrier strip is used for input signal.

Four points of integrated rigging are provided on every side of the loudspeaker (top, bottom, and each side) for 16 threaded M10 points total. This makes it extremely easy to build any style of line array you may need for your specific environment.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. When powering with batteries, do these fixtures require 2 batteries to function or will it work with just one?

A: They require 2 sony batteries to function properly.

Q: 2. I bought two of these speakers to be used with a Sonos Amp (125W channels). Can/should I bypass the internal transformer?

A: For connection to a Sonos amp, the Bose Freespace 360P Series II Environmental Loudspeaker (Green) should be in a 4-ohm setting. The transformer wattage tap is for the purpose of connecting to a 70V/100V amplifier so that you can keep the speaker limited to a certain wattage, reserving the leftover wattage for connecting other speakers to that same 70V/100V amplifier, which is typically used in commercial retail, grocery stores, and warehouses.

Q: 3. What type of cable is needed to connect a modeler to this cabinet - i.e., instrument cable or speaker cable?

A: The HeadRush FRFR-108 MKII 1x8" 2000W Full-Range Powered Cabinet accepts mic input via XLR, and line input via 1/4" TRS. It does not accept instrument level input.

Q: 4. The WIFI version of the 165 shows a soft box in the pictures. Does it come with a soft box?

A: No, it does not. The softbox on the image of the Intellytech Light Cannon F-165 AC/DC Bi-Color High Output LED Fresnel is for demonstration purposes only. As indicated under the In The Box section under the Overview on our website, the following items are the standard included accessories with the Intellytech Light Cannon F-165 AC/DC Bi-Color High Output LED Fresnel:In the BoxIntellytech Light Cannon F-165 AC/DC Bi-Color High Output LED Fresnel with Wi-Fi and V-Mount Battery PlateFour-Leaf BarndoorsYoke Bar with Combo Mount 5/8 Receiver and 1-1/8 SpigotPower Cable with USA PlugLimited 1-Year WarrantyIf you would like to purchase the pictured softbox for your usage needs, the Intellytech Softbox for F-165 LED Fresnel, B&H # IN173006, may be purchased separately as an optional accessory for the light fixture.

Q: 5. Is this powerful enough to be used outside?

A: No, the Nanlite Vlogging and Audition Tape Essentials Kit is not really bright enough for use outside in full sun. It is 86 fc / 930 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m. In the shade and very close the to the subject it will fill a little.

Q: 6. The product description says these lights can dim from 0-100%. Do they really dim smoothly all the way down to 0% output, and how stable is the light output at levels between 0 and about 10%?

A: Apurture is known for it's quality there are no known issues in the dimming

Q: 7. What is the frequency response range for this cabinet?

A: The frequency range of the HeadRush FRFR-108 MKII 1x8" 2000W Full-Range Powered Cabinet is 52 Hz – 22 kHz (-10 dB).

Q: 8. Can a V-mount and battery be added to the if it does not come with the V-mount kit?

A: Grant R. Can you elaborate on your set up for vpate? I only see a five pin input/output on the unit...DMX?

Q: 9. Does Nanlite offer a travel bag/case for these lights?

A: No, you will have to use a bag/case from a different mfr.

Q: 10. How would this work in a home theatre application?

A: The Atlas FA138 Strategy Series speakers are designed for commercial, industrial and institutional applications.