The JBL CV5012 ranks #49 out of 66 total 12-Inch PA Speakers for sound quality. See all PA & Live Sound rankings for every top pick.
Brand: JBL
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#49 JBL CV5012 Passive eBay
Pros: The flattest on-axis response of the JBL CV models (0.31dB average deviation in vendor measurements), with bass to about 56Hz at -10dB. A 138dB peak and 98dB sensitivity give big output, and the IP55 birch cabinet suits outdoor venues. Measured bass extension of 92.5Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Preference scores of 1.46 standalone and 4.71 with an ideal subwoofer are modest, because the narrow 60° x 40° pattern makes the off-axis and in-room balance less even. It is passive and weighs 25kg.
How it compares: Just above it: Electro-Voice MFX-12MC. Just below it: Bose AMM112.
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | Passive speaker; requires external amplification |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 56.3Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 92.5Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Configuration | Passive 2-way PA speaker, IP55 weather rated |
| Coverage | 60° x 40° |
| DSP | No (passive) |
| Dimensions | 24.8”H x 15.5”W x 16.9”D (630 x 394 x 429 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” woofer with 3” voice coil, JBL 2432H-1 compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 80Hz - 20kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | No |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Maximum SPL | 138dB peak / 126dB continuous (manufacturer specified) |
| Microphone Input | No |
| Optical Input | No |
| Power Handling | 600W continuous / 2,400W peak |
| RCA Input | No |
| Sensitivity | 98dB |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 1.46 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 4.71 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 55.1 lbs (25 kg) |
| XLR Input | No |
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