JBL CBT50LA-1  Constant Beamwidth Technology!" Line Array Column Loudspeaker

Product Introduction

The JBL CBT50LA-1 is a compact Constant Beamwidth Technology™ Line Array Column Loudspeaker featuring eight 50 mm (2 in) full-range drivers and an improved mounting bracket for enhanced aiming flexibility. Designed with patented analog delay beam-forming and amplitude tapering, it delivers consistent vertical coverage without narrow beaming or out-of-coverage lobing that are common in conventional column speakers. With its wide horizontal dispersion, selectable voicing modes, and rugged weather-resistant design, the CBT50LA-1 is ideal for speech, music, and fixed installation in a variety of environments.

Key Features / Bullet Points

• Constant Beamwidth Technology™ for consistent vertical coverage

• Eight 50 mm (2") full-range drivers with smooth, natural sound

• Switchable voicing: flat response for music or presence peak for speech

• Wide 150° horizontal coverage and 20° vertical pattern

• Dynamic SonicGuard™ overload protection

• Built-in 70V/100V transformer plus 8Ω direct mode

• Swivel (pan/tilt) wall bracket included for flexible mounting

• IP55-rated for outdoor use (with optional panel cover)

• Compact, slim design with black or white finish

� Technical Specifications

• Drivers: 8 × 50 mm (2") full-range

• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 80 Hz – 20 kHz

• Coverage Angle: Vertical 20° Horizontal 150°

• Sensitivity: 93 dB (speech mode), 89 dB (music mode)

• Impedance: 8Ω

• Power Handling: 150W continuous (600W peak, 2 hrs) / 100W (400W peak, 100 hrs)

• Maximum SPL (1m): 115 dB continuous (speech) / 111 dB continuous (music)

• Transformer Taps: 60W, 30W, 15W, (7.5W at 70V only), 8Ω bypass

• Enclosure: Fiberglass-reinforced ABS, aluminum grille

• Outdoor Rating: IP55 (with optional MTC-PC2 cover), UV & salt-spray resistant

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 528 × 99 × 153 mm

• Net Weight: 4.1 kg

• Included: Swivel pan/tilt wall bracket

• Optional Accessories: MTC-PC2 cover, MTC-CBT-FM1 flush mount, MTC-CBT-SMB1 stand bracket