PRX ONE

Key features

JBL PRX ONE is a portable professional column array speaker from the renowned American brand JBL. It suits outdoor trips, parties, picnics and performances anytime, anywhere.

• Design: one 12-inch (30.48 cm) woofer, a two-section column array (Array Inumbration Mechanics) and twelve 2.5-inch (6.35 cm) tweeters
• RMS/peak power: 1000 W / 2000 W, Class D amplification – Frequency response: 40 Hz – 20 kHz (±3 dB)
• Sensitivity: 130 dB peak
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0, plus easy analogue connection to music sources via RCA, AUX and XLR ports.
• Features: LCD screen, built-in 7-channel mixer (Lexicon, dbx, Soundcraft), two-speaker linking
• Speaker dimensions (W x H x D): 482 x 850 x 647 mm – Weight: 25.7 kg

The JBL PRX One is JBL's new, seriously powerful all-in-one portable column speaker. It is an active PA system (with a built-in amplifier) in an all-in-one design, equipped with special technologies that optimise sound performance and give you unlimited creative freedom on stage. The JBL PRX ONE comes with a built-in 7-channel mixer, a high-end digital processor, top-tier connectivity and Bluetooth wireless, all easily controlled through the JBL Pro Connect app.

1. What makes the design of the JBL PRX ONE column speaker special?

The JBL PRX ONE column speaker combines portability, strong performance and high durability, meeting professional needs in a wide range of settings.

Flexible modular build, made for travel

Unlike bulky traditional column speakers, the JBL PRX ONE has a two-part modular design: a separate column and base. This makes setup quick and storage and transport easy, which is ideal for sound engineers who are always on the move.

Compact and light, yet powerful

At 593 x 369 x 434 mm and weighing just over 18 kg, the JBL PRX ONE balances portability with sound performance, making it ideal for touring shows, outdoor events, conferences and home entertainment.

Ergonomic handles – designed around the user

JBL paid special attention to portability with well-placed ergonomic handles, so you can carry the speaker easily without straining your hands.

Rugged enclosure that stands up to harsh conditions

The JBL PRX ONE is built from high-grade materials that resist impacts, withstand stress and keep working reliably even in harsh weather. This ensures long-term durability, which is especially useful for outdoor events and professional performances.

2. The outstanding sound quality of the JBL PRX ONE

The JBL PRX ONE portable speaker is designed to deliver powerful, true-to-life and vivid sound for everything from live performances and conferences to large-scale events. Thanks to advanced audio technology, it reproduces a wide frequency range with deep bass, clear mids and crisp highs.

Deep, powerful bass

The JBL PRX ONE reaches down to 35 Hz for full, natural bass. The acoustically optimised 12-inch woofer delivers high efficiency without heavy DSP intervention, so the bass is solid, clean and low in distortion.

In addition, four bass ports not only reinforce the low end but also spread the bass evenly through the room, while limiting boominess and unwanted resonance. Optimising the range from 500 Hz down also helps the woofer work more steadily and efficiently.

Crisp, detailed highs

For the high frequencies, the JBL PRX ONE uses twelve 2.5-inch tweeters arranged in a column array, combined with JBL A.I.M. (Array Inumbration Mechanics) technology. This optimises sound dispersion for clear, crisp and accurate treble in any space.

The high-frequency drivers also have copper shielding caps that reduce inductance, giving a smoother, more consistent high-frequency response. The PRX ONE's tweeters reproduce sound faithfully with little distortion even at high power, for outstanding sound quality.

Powerful performance for every use

Thanks to its optimised acoustic design, the JBL PRX ONE produces high-quality sound without much DSP intervention, keeping the sound natural, clear and true to life.

Combining deep, powerful bass with crisp treble, the JBL PRX ONE is an ideal choice for many applications, from live performances, stage sound and conferences to outdoor events and upscale entertainment venues. If you are looking for a column speaker system with professional sound quality that covers every need, the JBL PRX ONE is the perfect choice.

3. What is the peak power of the JBL PRX ONE?

The JBL PRX ONE is a professional column speaker with up to 2000 W of peak power, delivering strong amplification, wide coverage and outstanding sound quality.

Strong power, stable performance

2000 W of peak power lets the speaker play loud and powerful, suited to live performances, conferences, outdoor events or large spaces.

1000 W of continuous power keeps the system running steadily at high performance for long periods without any loss of sound quality. This matters especially at long, continuous events, keeping the sound clear and detailed without distortion.

Impressive volume with up to 130 dB SPL

The JBL PRX ONE reaches a maximum sound pressure level (SPL) of 130 dB, projecting sound powerfully without distortion even at high volume.

Advanced audio technology keeps distortion down and preserves the clarity and accuracy of every note and every spoken word.

Wide frequency response, true-to-life sound

The JBL PRX ONE has a wide frequency response of 35 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB) and 40 Hz – 20 kHz (-3 dB), reproducing the full range:

- Deep, powerful bass reaching down to 35 Hz for solid, lively low notes.

- Clear, natural mids that make vocals and instruments sound highly realistic.

- Clean, crisp highs that stay free of harshness even at high volume.

Common uses for many different needs:

With a powerful 2000 W, an impressive 130 dB SPL and a 35 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response, the JBL PRX ONE is an ideal choice for many needs:

- Live performances and DJ sets, with vivid, wide-reaching sound.

- Conferences and events, with clear, intelligible speech.

- Entertainment venues and professional karaoke, with realistic, powerful sound.

- Fixed installations in restaurants, cafés and large meeting rooms, with consistently stable, clear sound.

4. What proprietary technology does the JBL PRX ONE have?

One of the most notable proprietary technologies in the portable JBL PRX ONE is JBL A.I.M. (Array Inumbration Mechanics).

JBL A.I.M. (Array Inumbration Mechanics) is JBL's proprietary array technology. It optimises the coverage pattern with precise geometry, so the sound is distributed evenly from front to back without dropping off at a distance.

• Wider dispersion: thanks to JBL A.I.M., the PRX ONE covers large spaces evenly, so listeners in every position hear clear, crisp sound.
• Less signal loss: the technology limits how much the sound drops off as you move away from the speaker, giving a consistent, balanced listening experience from the front row to the back.
• Less distortion and feedback: JBL A.I.M. also keeps the high frequencies well controlled and reduces the feedback common in large spaces, keeping the sound clean and accurate.

JBL A.I.M. in practice

With JBL A.I.M., the JBL PRX ONE is an ideal choice for events that need evenly spread sound, including:

• Live performances: powerful, lively sound whether you are near the speaker or far from it.
• Conferences and large events: wide coverage so everyone in the hall hears clearly.
• Cafés, restaurants and halls: consistent sound that does not fade as you move around a large space.

5. What does the JBL PRX ONE's three-tier DSP interface do?

The JBL PRX ONE has a three-tier DSP interface that makes it easy to adjust and optimise the sound to suit your needs and experience level.

The JBL PRX ONE's DSP system offers three levels of control:

Basic level

- For beginners or anyone without in-depth audio knowledge.

- Provides built-in presets that optimise the sound in just a few simple steps.

- Hides complex technical parameters, so it is easy to use without deep audio knowledge.

Intermediate level

- For users with a basic understanding of audio.

- Lets you adjust and fine-tune the key parameters on top of the built-in presets.

- You can adjust EQ, level and effects to taste without diving too deep into professional settings.

Advanced level

- For professional sound engineers or anyone experienced in optimising sound.

- Gives access to all DSP parameters, including 8-band parametric EQ, compressor, limiter, crossover and delay.

- Lets you create and save custom presets, with detailed control over each frequency band for the best possible sound.

Advantages of the JBL PRX ONE's three-tier DSP interface

- Suits everyone, from audio newcomers to professional sound engineers.

- You can make quick adjustments or dig deep into the system to get exactly the sound you want.

- Even inexperienced users can set up a proper sound system with the built-in presets.

- You can switch DSP modes quickly to match what each show needs.

6. Does the JBL PRX ONE offer versatile connectivity?

The JBL PRX ONE is designed as a professional sound control hub with comprehensive, flexible connectivity for everything from stage shows and conferences to outdoor events. It supports both wired and wireless connections for maximum compatibility with a wide range of professional audio setups.

Wired connections – a stable signal

• 4 XLR combo inputs:
  Connect microphones, instruments and other audio gear with a stable, professional signal path.
• 2 × 1/4” Hi-Z inputs:
  Plug guitars and other high-impedance instruments straight in without an adapter, for natural, clear sound.
• 1 × 1/8” & Bluetooth summed input:
  Takes a 3.5 mm AUX source or the Bluetooth signal, so you can play music from mobile devices.
• 1 XLR pass-through output:
  Expand the system by linking extra speakers or other audio gear, making it easy to cover large spaces.

Wireless – outstanding performance with Bluetooth 5.0

• Bluetooth 5.0:

Provides a stable, low-latency wireless connection for streaming high-quality audio from a phone, tablet or laptop, giving you flexibility in control and playback.

Additional connectivity features

• +48V phantom power:

Powers condenser microphones for better pickup quality and a clean, noise-free signal.

• USB port:

Can charge mobile devices or power a wireless receiver, so the system is always ready to go.

7. What are the benefits of the JBL PRX ONE's 7-channel digital mixer?

The JBL PRX ONE comes with a 7-channel digital mixer designed by Soundcraft, giving you in-depth, flexible control over the sound. It not only optimises sound quality but also makes it easy to fine-tune each source.

Precise sound control

The digital mixer lets you adjust gain, EQ and effects on each channel individually to optimise the output.

It supports two mixing modes:

- Channel strip mode: direct control of each channel, with its own gain, EQ and effects.

- Overall mix mode: manage the whole 7-channel mixer from a single screen for fast sound adjustments.

Professional Lexicon & dbx effects built in

The JBL PRX ONE's mixer includes high-quality effects from two leading brands:

• Lexicon: provides reverb and delay effects for a professional sense of space.
• dbx: compression that controls the dynamics of the sound and limits distortion at high power.

AFS Pro feedback suppression – keeps the sound clean

• Built-in AFS Pro (Automatic Feedback Suppression) removes feedback automatically, keeping the sound stable and clean even on a live stage.
• It removes the frequencies that cause feedback without affecting the overall sound quality.

Smart design – complete control

• An intuitive interface makes fine-tuning easy even without much audio experience.
• Remote control via the app lets you adjust the sound flexibly without touching the speaker.

8. How do you adjust the JBL PRX ONE?

The JBL PRX ONE has a flexible control interface: you can adjust it easily from the control panel on the speaker or from the JBL Pro Connect app. That way you can tailor the sound to your needs, from simple settings for beginners to in-depth adjustments for sound engineers.

Intuitive control panel – adjust right on the speaker

The JBL PRX ONE has a professional control panel for fast, precise sound adjustments:

- Power button (A): turns the speaker on/off with ease.
- Master volume encoder / Menu (G): adjusts the overall volume and opens the settings menu, including Bluetooth management, EQ, presets and other operating modes.
- Mode select button (F): switches between the overall mix mode and the individual channel mode, with dynamic LEDs showing the active mode.
- Digital mixer (C): the heart of the sound processing, for in-depth fine-tuning of the input signals, EQ and effects.
- LCD screen: shows the speaker configuration, signal levels, operating mode and connection status, so you can easily monitor and adjust settings.

The JBL PRX ONE's control panel is designed to simplify adjustments while staying highly precise, serving everyone from casual users to sound engineers.

Remote control with the JBL Pro Connect app – flexible and convenient

Besides the physical control panel, the JBL PRX ONE supports wireless control through the JBL Pro Connect app, giving you complete, flexible control right on your mobile device:

Adjust each audio channel

• Adjust gain, EQ, reverb, delay and compression to fine-tune the sound smoothly and professionally.
• Set up sound presets to save and recall quickly for shows or events.

Easy Bluetooth management

• Connect a phone or tablet to play music wirelessly.
• Control background music, edit playlists or switch sources quickly.

Speaker group mode – sync several speakers at once

• Control and sync multiple JBL PRX ONE speakers to create a consistent sound system over a wide area.
• Helps optimise the sound at large events and professional venues.

App-only features

• Tap tempo delay to sync the sound with the venue.
• Save and recall speaker snapshots to restore a setup easily when needed.

JBL PRX One specifications