JBL Releases PRX ONE Portable PA System & Pro Connect Control App

New to JBL Professional’s PRX Column Portable PA family is the PRX ONE all-in-one portable PA, in addition to a universal JBL Pro Connect app for simplified management of the PRX ONE system.

PRX ONE is designed to meet the needs of a broad range of portable and installed applications, delivering power, acoustic performance and functionality in a compact package weighing 56 pounds.

The system delivers 130 dB of wide, full bandwidth SPL with consistent front-to-back throw, thanks to its custom-engineered, 12-tweeter column array, featuring JBL A.I.M. (Array Inumbration Mechanics) acoustic design, 12-inch bass-reflex woofer and a built-in 2,000-watt (peak) Class D amplifier.

The new PA is suitable for performers at any experience level (DJs, musicians, entertainment venues, corporate presenters, rental companies and houses of worship), and features professional-grade Lexicon and dbx processors and eight customisable presets.

Built-in effects include reverb, 8-band EQ, delay, compression, limiting, ducking, echo, sub synth and dbx DriveRack Inside technology, featuring AFS Pro Automatic Feedback Suppression, while Triple Tier DSP control offers multi-level user experiences based on knowledge level.

Creatives can use PRX ONE’s Soundcraft-designed 7-channel, dual-mode digital mixer that can be set to control either general mix functions or channel-strip functions – all manageable via a full-colour LCD or the new JBL Pro Connect universal app.

PRX ONE’s LCD screen provides complete access to all functions, and a convenient Setup Saver saves snapshots for easy recall. Simple Success dynamic LED metering gives users a fast, easy way to verify levels and channel functions such as mute and clipping.

“Whether you’re a singer/songwriter, DJ, corporate presenter or educator, sounding great is critical,” said Brandon Knudsen, JBL product manager, loudspeaker professional solutions.

“So, when we set out to design a new compact column PA, acoustic performance was top of our list. But at the same time, we know that every scenario is unique. We’ve outfitted the PRX ONE with an incredibly versatile feature set that we believe will appeal to a broad range of performers: singer/songwriters will appreciate its robust DSP and I/O set, while DJs will love the ability to push the system hard, with that deep bass they crave.

"And, presenters and educators will appreciate the system’s slim, discreet profile and presets that will have them sounding their best instantly. Everyone will be thrilled to leave the outboard gear behind and lighten their load-in, no matter where they play.”

Twelve custom-engineered tweeters work in combination with JBL’s A.I.M. geometrically optimised array-shading design to provide controlled, consistent front-to-back coverage and even response.

Custom-designed high-frequency transducers feature copper-capped pole pieces to reduce inductance for smoother, more precise response, while transducers exhibit less power compression, offering more natural performance without the need for heavy DSP.

High-frequency performance is optimised down to 500 Hz, allowing the woofer to deliver a more natural, accurate bass sound.

Available for Android and iOS phones and tablets, the new JBL Pro Connect app facilitates hands-on control over a full-suite of PRX ONE mixer, DSP and Bluetooth features. The streamlined interface makes it easy to adjust and control every feature on multiple speakers from anywhere in the room, including adjusting volume levels and EQ, activating Lexicon reverb and effects and much more.

PRX ONE gives artists room to grow their system: Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity allows remote control of up to 10 units using the JBL Pro Connect app, and an XLR Thru output offers analogue expansion with the ability to time-align multiple speakers, with up to 100 ms of delay per speaker.

Connect microphones, instruments, mobile devices and wireless rigs using PRX ONE’s versatile I/O set, which features four pro-grade Neutrik XLR Combo jacks, two channels of dedicated phantom power, dedicated Hi-Z input and two USB 2.0 ports, which can be used to power external devices and AKG wireless systems.
An optional bracket and adapter allow the array to be wall or truss-mounted independently of a subwoofer for permanent installations.