GEAR REVIEW
JBL IRX ONE COLUMN PA | Eric Dahl
KEY FEATURES
• Built-in 3 channel mixer
• Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity
• Column pieces store behind base stand
• Six 2 ” high frequency drivers
• 8 ” bass reflex bottom
• dbx ( AFS ) automatic feedback suppression
• 5 built-in EQ settings
• Max SPL output 118dB
• 1,300 watt powered column PA
• Weight 34.1 lbs .
Some type of portable powered PA system is a must for any church group , youth group , praise team , kid ’ s or prison ministry . Not to mention an individual who performs out as a duo or solo act like a songwriter . Alas , not all portable PA systems are created equal . Some are overpriced , others are underpowered , and some a power amp or mixer is required as optional equipment to the main system .
The new JBL IRX One All-in-One Column PA really checks all the boxes in what most of us are seeking in a system like this . When it arrived at the Worship Musician offices for review , I thought JBL made a mistake and sent the column in a separate box ( this has happened with other PA system reviews .) Fortunately , after removing the stand / base woofer I came to the realization that the three-piece column was stored in the back of the system next to the mixer . So , everything needed to operate the system ( except for the power cable ) fits inside a one-piece unit for simple transport and setup .
Let ’ s look at the features . The JBL IRX One has a bass-reflex designed 8 ” woofer in the bottom cabinet . The three-piece column can be utilized with all three pieces connected or just the top portion depending upon your need . All the pieces just press together with the electrical connection in the center of each that clicks in . The most important part of the column is the array C shaped top portion which contains six individual 2 ” high frequency drivers . Frequency response ranges from 40Hz to 20kHz .
The mixer and power amp reside in the back of the bass cabinet , and you gain access to them by sliding the handle trigger up and there is a magnet that holds the handle vertical to keep it out of the way of your mixing . The threechannel mixer has top mounted controls with connectivity on the back side . Each channel provides Gain , Treble , Bass , and channel level
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