JBL VTX M22 - 1500W 2 x 12-inch Passive 2-Way Stage Monitor with 60 x 60-Degree Coverage in Black Finish

The JBL Professional VTX M22 is a powerful, high-performance passive 2-way stage monitor designed to deliver exceptional sound clarity and output for professional audio applications. Ideal for touring, high-profile concerts, and broadcast events, the VTX M22 is engineered with advanced technologies to provide superior audio fidelity and a highly versatile design. Whether used for front-of-house, side-fill, or drum monitoring, the VTX M22 offers unmatched performance in a compact, low-profile enclosure that's lightweight and ergonomic for easy handling and setup.

The VTX M22 features dual JBL 2262H 12-inch Differential Drive woofers, which use a unique dual voice coil and dual magnetic gap design to deliver high output with minimal distortion. These woofers are optimized for high linear excursion, providing deep and powerful low-frequency response. Complementing the low-end performance is the advanced JBL D2430H D2 high-frequency compression driver, which features a dual diaphragm and dual voice coil design to produce crisp and clear high frequencies with minimal distortion. The result is a speaker system that can handle high sound pressure levels with excellent clarity across the full frequency range.

One of the key innovations of the VTX M22 is the 60x60-degree high-frequency waveguide, which uses JBL's patented Image Control Waveguide technology. This design ensures broad and stable sound coverage, providing even dispersion across the stage while maximizing gain-before-feedback. This waveguide technology enhances the speaker's ability to maintain high output levels without distortion, even in the most demanding environments. The wide horizontal and vertical coverage pattern ensures that the sound reaches every corner of the stage, making it ideal for use in both small and large-scale venues.

The VTX M22 offers flexibility in deployment with the option of Single-Channel (Passive) or Dual-Channel (Bi-Amp) operation modes. The passive mode is ideal for simplified setups, providing high output with minimal configuration, while the bi-amp mode allows for more precise control of the low and high frequencies, offering greater flexibility for more complex systems. Both modes maintain full performance capabilities, ensuring that the VTX M22 delivers excellent sound regardless of the chosen configuration.

To complement its high-performance transducers, the VTX M22 is designed to integrate seamlessly with JBL's comprehensive amplification and control systems. It is optimized for use with Crown Audio I-Tech HD series amplifiers, including the Crown I-Tech 4x3500HD, and is fully supported by JBL's HiQNet Performance Manager with V5 presets. This ensures that the system operates at its peak performance with minimal setup time, allowing sound engineers to focus on delivering the best possible experience to the audience.

The VTX M22's rugged enclosure is constructed from 18 mm, 11-ply Finnish birch plywood, providing durability and strength while keeping the weight manageable. The powder-coated 14-gauge hex-perforated steel grille, backed with acoustically transparent cloth, protects the drivers from the rigors of live performance environments. The enclosure is designed with a 30-degree monitor angle, making it perfect for stage monitoring applications, and it features multiple mounting options, including Neutrik SpeakON connectors for reliable, secure connections. With a net weight of just 60 lbs, the VTX M22 is designed for easy transport and setup, making it an ideal choice for touring sound systems.

Features

• Dual 12-inch JBL 2262H Differential Drive woofers for deep, powerful low-frequency response.
• JBL D2430H D2 high-frequency compression driver for crisp, clear high frequencies.
• 60x60-degree high-frequency waveguide with Image Control Waveguide technology for even coverage and maximum gain-before-feedback.
• Choice of Single-Channel (Passive) or Dual-Channel (Bi-Amp) operation modes for flexible system configuration.
• Frequency range: 45 Hz - 19.5 kHz, with a maximum peak output of 138 dB (LF), 137 dB (HF).
• Recommended amplification: 1400-2000W for LF, 540-800W for HF (active mode).
• System processing with JBL HiQNet Performance Manager and V5 presets for optimal performance.
• Constructed from 18 mm, 11-ply Finnish birch plywood with black DuraFlex finish for durability and acoustic performance.
• Integrated M10 mounting points and Neutrik SpeakON connectors for secure and flexible deployment.
• Dimensions: 15.0 x 26.4 x 21.8 inches, net weight: 60 lbs.

Specifications

System

• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 45 Hz - 19.5 kHz
• Coverage Pattern (-6 dB):
  • Horizontal: 60 degrees
  • Vertical: 60 degrees
• System Input Power Rating:
  • Passive: 1500 W Continuous (IEC / 100 hour)
  • Active:
    • LF: 1500 W Continuous (IEC / 100 hour)
    • HF: 100 W Continuous (IEC / 100 hour)
• Maximum Peak Output: 138 dB (Preset: VTX M22 FR)
• System Latency: 3.33 ms
• System Processing:
  • Crown Audio I-Tech HD Series
  • Crown Audio I-Tech 4x3500HD
• System Impedance:
  • Passive: 4 ohms
  • Active:
    • LF: 4 ohms
    • HF: 8 ohms

Transducers

• Low Frequency: 2 x JBL 2262H, 304 mm (12 in) diameter, dual 76 mm (3 in) diameter voice coil, NDD, Direct Cooled
• High Frequency: 1 x JBL D2430H, D2 dual diaphragm, dual 76 mm (3 in) diameter voice coil

Enclosure

• Monitor Angle: 30 degrees
• Construction: 18 mm, 11-ply Finnish birch plywood
• Grille: Powder Coated 14 gauge hex-perforated steel with acoustically-transparent black cloth backing
• Input Connectors:
  • Passive: Neutrik SpeakON NL-4 (4x): Selectable between Pins 1 ± or Pins 2 ±
  • Active: Neutrik SpeakON NL-4 (4x): Pins 1 ± (LF), Pins 2 ± (HF)
• Dimensions: 15.0 x 26.4 x 21.8 inches
• Net Weight: 60 lbs