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JBL PRX412M 1200W 12 inch Passive Speaker

12", 2-way Passive PA Speaker with 600-watt RMS Power Handling, Hardwood Construction, DuraFlex Coating, and SonicGuard HF-Driver Protection (ea)
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Exceptional Performance as a Main or a Monitor!

The JBL PRX412M passive loudspeaker is based on the same design as its powered brethren in the PRX600 Series, bringing you robust full-range performance that's ideal for clubs, schools, and houses of worship. The PRX412M is a 12" passive loudspeaker that delivers the kind of performance demanded by rock, pop, hip hop, and many other modern genres, and it's equally as capable as a floor monitor as it is as a main speaker. If you're looking for loudspeakers with plenty of punch, impact, and presence, JBL PRX412M passive loudspeakers are perfect for you.

JBL PRX412M Passive Loudspeaker at a Glance:
  • Designed for powerful performance in any setting
  • Road-ready construction
  • Heavily tested for your assurance
Designed for powerful performance

JBL's PRX425 passive loudspeaker packs a 12" driver in a 2-way design for maximum sonic quality. High frequencies sound clear and true too, and the SonicGuard high-frequency driver protection ensures it's protected from drawing too much power. And because the PRX412M handles 600 watts RMS, you'll be able to put out a lot of sound. But they're not just great at getting loud - the high power rating gives the PRX412M the needed headroom to reproduce the spoken word with exceptional clarity and presence, even at low volumes.

Road-ready construction

If you need high-quality portable loudspeakers that can take abuse, you'll appreciate the PRX412M's design. You get 18mm birch/poplar construction, coated with DuraFlex for maximum protection. The hardwood cabinet isn't just strong, it reduces resonance for cleaner sound quality. And with a rugged 16-gauge steel grill protecting the drivers, you can be sure your PRX412M is ready for virtually anything.

Heavily tested for your assurance

When you receive your PRX412M passive loudspeaker, it's already survived JBL's rigorous 100-hour power test. Each component and each system in the PRX400 Series is subjected to 100 straight hours of continuous, high-level input. All JBL Professional products must pass the test before they can grace your venue, ensuring that you're receiving a reliable loudspeaker that can take the real-world rigors that we all put our sound systems through.

JBL PRX412M Passive Loudspeaker Features:
  • Passive 12" loudspeaker with 600 watt power rating at 8 ohms
  • High frequency dispersion is 90 x 50 degrees, ideal for L/R speaker configurations
  • Peak SPL of 126dB
  • Designed for use as either a floor monitor or as a pole-mounted main speaker
  • DuraFlex enclosure finish protects the cabinet
  • 16 gauge steel grill protects the drivers
  • SonicGuard technology protects the HF driver from excessive power
  • 12 x M10 suspension points
  • 38 lbs.
Get high-quality live sound at an affordable price with JBL PRX412M passive loudspeakers!

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Tech Specs

  • Powered: No
  • Power Configuration: 2-way
  • LF Driver Size: 1 x 12"
  • HF Driver Size: 1"
  • Impedance: 8 ohms
  • Power Rating: 600W Program
  • Total Power: 1200W
  • Inputs: 2 x 1/4" (Combo), 1 x Neutrik speakON (Parallel)
  • Frequency Range: 55Hz-19kHz
  • Crossover Frequency: 2kHz
  • Maximum Peak SPL: 126dB
  • Horizontal Coverage Angle: 90 Degrees
  • Vertical Coverage Angle: 50 Degrees
  • Enclosure Material: 18mm Birch/Poplar Multi-laminate Hardwood
  • Mounting Options: 35mm Pole Mount, 12 x M10 Suspension Points
  • Height: 22.7"
  • Width: 13.9"
  • Depth: 15.75"
  • Weight: 38 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: PRX412M

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Rated 5/5

Great Speakers IMHO

I purchased these in September 2021 and have used them a lot for gigs, actually most of them now. I mic everything onstage and they work very good. They were on sale when I got them and I'm glad I jumped on it. I really like and recommend them. I use them for almost all of the indoor gigs and some of the outdoor gigs. They have good low end excursion for a 12 inch speaker and sound smooth/pleasant as well.
Music background: Band leader, guitar player, singer, sound engineer.
Rated 5/5

JBL High Quality Standards

I recently purchased one of these to replace my long time floor monitor from the JRX series. I'm blown away by the clarity and punch offered by the PRX412M. I play in a trio and we use drum tracks instead of a live drummer (I know I know) and the track needs to be clear and crisp especially in a crowded loud bar setting. The PRX more than delivers! I can easily hear not only the drum tracks clearly, but guitars and vocals are clear as a bell and the separation is easy to hear.

I guess I'm not surprised that JBL has massively improved the classic JRX (which is an excellent line and has served me well for 15 years). Because we still use a powered mixer we have yet to require powered speakers. This passive 12" more than fills the bill for now. Highly recommended!
Music background: Semi pro weekend warrior.
Rated 5/5

Best Passive Monitors For The $$$

I own a live sound and lighting company that provides services for crowds of up to 700 people (so far). Recently I was on the search for some new passive wedges replace ones that I had been using for the past 7 years that were definitely showing their age.

In a world where there are less and less passive boxes on the market I found my choices where quite limited. The main factors I was weighing was size, weight, sound quality and cost. I also wanted some cabinets that could double as a light/medium duty PA speakers if needed.

At first I ordered some non powered EV ZLX12's based on reviews I read. I got them and played back a couple tunes... I knew within 30 seconds that they wouldn't work for me. To my trained ears the highs and mids were very harsh. No way I would feel good about deploying them on one of my stages.

So... I returned the EV's and talked about more options with my sales engineer... we came up with the JBL PRX412M's. They cost a bit more, but I had always had good luck with JBL in the past, so I gave them a whirl.

When I unboxed them I immediately was impressed with the build quality and how light weight they were. Next came the sound... clear highs, clean mids and punchy lows!

The PRX412M's seemed to have all the features that I wanted... but now for the real test... next I used them as stage monitors for a couple of real important shows. The musicians all reported they couple hear everything loud and clear, which was exactly what I wanted to hear.

So... I just bought another one today... only two more before I have the eight I need for my big summer shows!

If you are looking for a quality passive light weight stage monitor/PA speaker look no further... definitely worth the $$$.

I would like to than my sales engineer Kent Sallaz at Sweetwater for being patient with me and helping get the right gear to help me grow my business!!!
Music background: Live Sound Engineer
Rated 5/5

JBL PRX412

These speakers can really handle the work load. I play in a duo with drums and bass guitar background. I had to play a private party in a huge room. I forgot my low end speakers so I was ready for a night of bad sound. These speakers really cut it. Very light to carry. I push it with a Yamaha mixer, 8Ch. 500 a side.
Rated 5/5

Excellent Speakers

These speakers are a wonderful addition to my sound system.Quality craftsmanship from the construction of the cabinets to the inner workings of the speakers electronics. They work well for mains or monitors with a very robust sound.
Music background: Hobbyist & Student Never Ceasing To Learn.
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