The Anchor Audio BEA2-X is a Beacon 2 portable line array tower with Bluetooth and an AIR wireless transmitter. With 150W of rated output power driving eight 4" neodymium speakers and three 8" woofers and a neodymium compression driver to produce 120 dB SPL, it is designed to deliver versatile and powerful amplification for crowds of up to 2500 people in sports venues, educational facilities, and various indoor and outdoor events.

The built-in Bluetooth receiver allows streaming of music from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Two XLR-1/4" combo jacks, a 1/4" line input, and a 3.5mm stereo mini jack provide connectivity for wired mics, instruments, line-level sources, and non-Bluetooth devices. The balanced 1/4" output can be routed to another PA system or an audio recorder. Integrated mixer functions include volume controls and 2-band equalization.

The supplied AIR wireless transmitter enables cord-free connection to a compatible companion speaker. Power the Beacon 2 via AC power or the built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which offer approximately six to eight hours of operating time on a single charge. The integrated carry handle and heavy-duty rolling wheels simply transport of the system.

Reaches Crowds of up to 2500 People    Integrated Handle and Rolling Wheels    Built-In Bluetooth Receiver    AIR Wireless Transmitter    150W of Rated Output Power    8 x 4" Speakers, 3 x 8" Woofers    Integrated Mixer & 2-Band Equalizer    Built-In Rechargeable Batteries    XLR, 1/4" & 3.5mm Inputs, 1/4" Output

150W of rated output power through eight 4" neodymium speakers and three 8" neodymium woofers

120 dB maximum SPL reaches crowds of up to 2500 people

Folds down to 28" high for easy transport and unfolds to 71.5" in seconds for fast setup

Built-in Class-1 Bluetooth for streaming music from a mobile device

Includes an AIR wireless transmitter for cord-free connection to a companion speaker

Compatible with dual wireless microphone receivers

Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries provide approximately six to eight hours of operating time on a single charge

Nylon microphone storage bag

Heavy-duty wheels and carry handle

Made in the USA

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does it transmit to Bluetooth speakers? I am looking for connectivity to speakers, not headphones. Thanks.

A: Yes you can transmit audio from the Sennheiser BT T100 to bluetooth speakers.

Q: 2. Will this device show up on my iPhone15 as a Bluetooth device? The Rodecaster pro2 has this ability and I need to replicate it.

A: The Sennheiser BT T100 Bluetooth Audio Transmitter (B&H # SEBTT100) only accepts wired inputs and is meant to connect wirelessly to Bluetooth-enabled headphones, not other audio devices.

Q: 3. Is this made to use the speaker outdoors during rain, or just for transporting? It shows it with the tweeters (narrow) speakers attached, so it implies for during use.

A: The Anchor Audio NL-BEAWP Soft Weatherproof Cover for Beacon 2 Portable Line Array is designed with protection in mind as opposed to audio performance. The speaker could theoretically still be used while covered, but may lose some fidelity and power output in this scenario. The cover also inhibits any hardwired connections on the speaker's back panel.

Q: 4. Can two wireless headphones be paired and used at the same time?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser BT T100 Bluetooth Audio Transmitter can stream to two headphones at once. According to page 18 of the user manual linked on the product page: Connecting the transmitter to a second pair of headphones The aptX Low Latency codec is not supported when 2 headphones are connected to the transmitter. With this configuration and depending on other factors, such as the models of the headphones used, the synchronization of audio to the TV picture may not be completely guaranteed. You can quickly connect another pair of headphones while the first pair of headphones is streaming audio. While the second pair of headphones is connecting to the transmitter, or is leaving the transmission range or re-entering it, the first headphones may experience an audio interruption until both pairs are connected to the transmitter. 1. Set the second pair of headphones to pairing mode. 2. Press the Multifunction button of the transmitter for 1 second. The LED lights up red. Once the transmitter detects that 2 pairs of headphones are connected, the LED lights up purple for 3 minutes.

Q: 5. How many additional L1 PRO8 speakers can I connect? Can i use an unmanaged switch to create a 4 unit PA?

A: The RJ45-style network connectors on the Bose L1 PRO8 Portable Line Array Speaker System with Bluetooth are designed to connect the L1 to the Bose ToneMatch mixers. Each ToneMatch can connect to two L1 towers (one left, one right). The L1 PRO8 also features a dedicated line output connection via XLR that could be used to daisy chain and feed signal to other speakers.

Q: 6. Is the system able to manually disable bluetooth mode on and off?

A: Yes, the Bluetooth functionality of the Anchor Audio BEA-QUAD-HHBB Beacon 2 Quad Package Portable Line Array Sound System is manually enabled and disabled with the dedicated Bluetooth volume knob on the Beacon 2 speaker. Clicking the volume knob on initiates the first step in pairing an external device.

Q: 7. Does this include a 5 volt power source as recommended in the manual?

A: No, the iFi audio ZEN Air Blue Bluetooth Audio Receiver would not include a 5 volt power source.

Q: 8. if i just buy 787 dollar of Megavox 2 can i have it connect to my android phone and play music or announcements? or do i have to get aux cable and connect phone to the Megavox 2 to play it? and also how long does this speaker last on full volume?

A: This will connect to your phone via bluetooth with no wire needed. Anchor claims a battery life of six to eight hours.

Q: 9. Can you connect additional speakers?

A: Yes, the Bose L1 PRO8 Portable Line Array Speaker System with Bluetooth features an XLR M Line Out connection for sending signal to other speakers.

Q: 10. I used the device a couple of times with my iPhone 6 S and never could pair it again with my iPhone; whats the problem?

A: don;t have a clue...android works well on all my devices