JBL IRX108BT - 8-inch Portable Active Bluetooth Speaker
The JBL IRX108BT powered speaker redefines portability and ease of use without sacrificing the professional sound quality that JBL is known for. Designed to outperform larger systems, this compact speaker delivers class-leading power and clarity, making it the perfect audio solution for musicians, presenters, fitness instructors, and anyone who needs exceptional sound quickly and easily. With a suite of advanced features, including professional EQ presets, automatic feedback suppression, and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, the IRX108BT is designed to perform flawlessly in any situation.
Its incredible performance is based on a high-efficiency 8-inch woofer and a 1300W peak power amplifier, capable of generating a maximum sound pressure level of 124 dB with a wide and detailed frequency response from 54 Hz to 20 kHz. This translates into deep bass, clear mids, and crystal-clear highs, ensuring that both music and speech are reproduced with extraordinary fidelity and intelligibility.
Main Features
Professional Sound and Exceptional Power
Equipped with a genuine 8-inch JBL woofer and a powerful 1300W peak integrated amplifier, the IRX108BT delivers impressive volume and room-filling audio clarity. Its acoustic design is optimized to provide professional sound performance in a compact and lightweight form factor.
Simple Setup with EQ Presets
Forget complicated audio settings. The IRX108BT includes four EQ presets designed for real-world use: Music, Vocal, Speech, and Normal. With the touch of a button, you can optimize the sound for your specific application, ensuring perfect tone without any technical expertise.
Automatic Coupling Suppression dbx® AFS
Boost your volume with complete confidence thanks to the integrated dbx AFS (Advanced Feedback Suppression) automatic feedback suppression technology. This intelligent system detects and eliminates annoying feedback (whistling) before it starts, allowing you to focus on your performance or presentation without interruption.
Audio Streaming with Bluetooth 5.0
Play music, soundtracks, or backing tracks wirelessly from any mobile device. The IRX108BT features Bluetooth 5.0, the latest version of the standard, ensuring a faster, more stable, and longer-range connection. You can also pair two speakers to create a true stereo sound without the need for cables.
One-Touch "Ducking" Function
Ideal for instructors and presenters, the "ducking" function automatically reduces the volume of background music when it detects a voice signal at the microphone input. This ensures your voice is always heard clearly above the music, with just the activation of a function.
Versatile Connectivity
The rear panel offers two XLR/TRS combo inputs that accept microphone or line-level sources, providing great flexibility for connecting instruments, microphones, or other audio devices. It also features an XLR pass-through output for daisy-chaining additional speakers and easily expanding your sound system.
User Benefits
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For Musicians and DJs: It offers powerful, high-fidelity sound in an easy-to-transport format, ideal for solo performances, acoustic duos, or DJ sessions in small and medium-sized venues.
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For Presenters and Educators: Ensures exceptional vocal clarity and eliminates the risk of feedback, allowing the message to be delivered clearly and professionally.
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For Fitness Instructors: The combination of high power, Bluetooth music and the "ducking" function makes it the perfect companion for fitness, dance or yoga classes, where instructions need to be heard clearly over the music.
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For Social Events: Its quick setup and high-quality sound make it ideal for providing sound at parties, weddings, and corporate events simply and effectively.
Use Cases
- Live musical performances in cafes, pubs and small venues.
- Corporate presentations, conferences and seminars.
- Directed classes in gyms and dance studios.
- Sound reinforcement for private events, parties and ceremonies.
- As a personal floor monitor for musicians on larger stages.
- High-quality background music playback in shops or restaurants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I connect a microphone and a guitar at the same time?
Yes, the speaker has two independent XLR/TRS combo inputs. You can connect a microphone to one input and a guitar (via a DI box or preamp) to the other, adjusting the level of each separately.
Do I need a mixing console to use this speaker?
For simple setups with one or two sound sources, a mixing console isn't necessary. The built-in 2-channel mixer is sufficient. For more complex setups, you can connect it to an external mixing console.
Is it possible to link two IRX108BT speakers?
Yes, you can do it in two ways. Wirelessly via Bluetooth to create a stereo pair when playing music from a mobile device, or via an XLR cable using the Pass-Thru output to duplicate the audio signal from the physical inputs.
Which version of Bluetooth does it use?
It uses Bluetooth 5.0, which offers a higher quality, more stable connection and a longer range compared to previous versions.
Does the speaker run on batteries?
No, the JBL IRX108BT requires a constant connection to the mains electricity supply to function.
Project description
Portable 2-way active speaker with a peak power of 1300W. It features an 8-inch woofer and a 1-inch tweeter. It offers a frequency response of 54 Hz to 20 kHz (±3 dB) and a maximum sound pressure level of 124 dB. The nominal dispersion is 90° horizontal by 60° vertical. It offers versatile connectivity with two XLR/TRS combo inputs (microphone/line) and one XLR pass-thru output. Bluetooth 5.0 technology is integrated for audio streaming. Its digital signal processing (DSP) features include four EQ presets, dbx AFS automatic feedback suppression, and a ducking function. The enclosure is made of durable polypropylene with a steel grille and a 35 mm pole mount socket. Its dimensions are 486.4 x 313 x 257.8 mm and it weighs 7.9 kg.
