JBL PROFESSIONAL VRX-SMAF - Array Structure for VRX
The JBL PROFESSIONAL VRX-SMAF suspension structure is the official and essential rigging accessory, designed specifically for the safe and efficient suspension of JBL VRX928LA compact line array systems and VRX915S subwoofers. This robust steel frame has been meticulously engineered for audio professionals seeking an air-mounted (flown) solution that ensures not only maximum safety but also quick setup and precise acoustic alignment. Its design greatly simplifies the assembly and teardown process, allowing sound engineers and rental companies to optimize their working hours at any event or permanent installation.
Constructed from high-strength materials for exceptional durability, the VRX-SMAF integrates seamlessly with the rigging hardware already included with VRX900 Series loudspeakers. The quick-connect system, featuring quick-release pins and locking levers, allows for fast and secure array assembly, minimizing errors and maximizing reliability with every use. It's the perfect solution for taking VRX system performance to the next level, whether in mobile applications or permanent installations.
Main Features
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Specific Design: Created exclusively for perfect compatibility with JBL VRX928LA speakers and VRX915S subwoofers.
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Robust Construction: Made of high-quality steel with a black finish, it offers great strength and a professional aesthetic that complements the speakers.
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Quick Rigging System: Integrates with speaker hardware and uses quick release pins for secure and agile assembly.
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Included Accessories: The kit comes complete with everything you need to get started: 1 frame, 2 quick release pins, 2 3/8" shackles and 2 drop levers.
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Safe Load Capacity: Designed to support array configurations with a maximum weight of 136 kg, always maintaining a minimum safety factor of 7:1.
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Flexible Configuration: Allows for flying arrays of up to six VRX928LA units. Also supports mixed configurations with VRX915S subwoofers, which must always be placed at the top of the array.
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Pronounced Tilt Possibility: A second VRX-SMAF structure can be installed at the bottom of the array to act as a "pull-back" point, allowing the system to be tilted steeply downwards and the sound to be directed precisely.
Benefits for the Sound Professional
Using the VRX-SMAF rack offers several key advantages for installers and sound engineers. First, safety is paramount; as an official JBL accessory, it ensures that load calculations and structural integrity meet the highest standards for audio equipment suspension. Second, efficient setup and teardown are critical for live events and tours. The quick-connect system dramatically reduces the time required to get the system up and running. Finally, acoustic accuracy is significantly improved, as it allows for consistent and perfectly matched line array components, just as they were designed to perform.
Use Cases
The JBL VRX-SMAF is the ideal tool for a wide variety of professional applications, including:
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Sound Rental Companies: For corporate events, small to medium-sized concerts and festivals where speed and reliability are essential.
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Fixed Installations: Perfect for theaters, auditoriums, concert halls and places of worship that require a permanently and discreetly suspended line array sound system.
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Touring and Event Professionals: Its lightweight and compact design facilitates transport and logistics, making it a practical solution for technicians and musicians on tour.
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Conference Rooms and Hotels: For A/V installations that need clear and uniform sound coverage for presentations and special events.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many speakers can I hang with a VRX-SMAF structure?
You can safely suspend an array of up to six VRX928LA speakers. If you include VRX915S subwoofers, the number of enclosures will depend on the total weight, never exceeding 136 kg, and remembering that the subwoofers must always be placed at the top of the array.
Do I need special tools for assembly?
No, the VRX-SMAF's design and quick-release pin system are intended for manual assembly, without the need for complex tools. It integrates directly with the speaker hardware.
Can I use this structure with other JBL speakers?
No. The VRX-SMAF is designed and certified only for use with the JBL VRX928LA and VRX915S models. Using it with other models could compromise system safety.
What does the VRX-SMAF package include?
The kit includes the main structure (the frame), two quick-release pins, two 3/8-inch shackles for the anchor points, and two locking levers.
Project description
Steel array frame designed for aerial mounting of JBL VRX928LA loudspeakers and VRX915S subwoofers. Compatible with the integrated rigging hardware of these loudspeakers. The system includes one frame, two quick-release pins, two 3/8" shackles, and two locking levers. It supports a maximum working load of 136 kg (300 lbs). It allows for configurations of up to six VRX928LA loudspeakers or combinations with VRX915S subwoofers. Finished in black.
