JBL IRX108BT – Powered 8" Portable Speaker with Bluetooth®

The JBL IRX108BT portable powered speaker delivers class-leading output and clarity, total ease of use, and a versatile feature set in a lightweight, compact design. Featuring a custom, pro-grade PA engineered to outperform larger competing systems, the IRX108BT provides powerful, clear sound with a wide frequency response. Four selectable EQ presets make it easy to optimize the sound for different applications, while built-in dbx® Automatic Feedback Suppression helps prevent feedback before it starts. Bluetooth® 5.0 audio streaming allows wireless playback of music, soundtracks and backing tracks, while one-touch music ducking automatically lowers music volume when speech is detected.

The IRX108BT is designed for musicians, performers, presenters, instructors, content producers, fitness instructors, hospitality installations and other applications requiring portable, professional-quality sound. Two XLR/TRS combo microphone/line inputs and one XLR pass-through output provide flexible connectivity for microphones, line sources and additional speakers.

Highlights

• Big Sound, Small Box – Class-leading output and frequency response in a compact design
• Bluetooth® 5.0 Audio Streaming – Easy-to-stream audio with greater wireless range, speed and accuracy
• Feedback Suppression – dbx® Automatic Feedback Suppression for trouble-free operation
• EQ Presets – Four selectable EQ presets to easily tune the speaker for a range of applications
• Music Ducking – Soundcraft®-designed ducking automatically attenuates music when speech is detected
• Class-leading output and clarity based on decades of legendary JBL engineering
• Powerful sound in a compact, lightweight and portable design
• Built-in dbx feedback suppression helps stop feedback before it starts
• One-touch ducking automatically lowers music volume when speech input is detected
• Bluetooth® audio streaming for music, soundtracks and backing tracks
• Two speakers can be linked to create a true stereo image
• Two XLR/TRS combo inputs and one XLR pass-through output
• Lightweight polypropylene cabinet
• Durable full grille construction
• Ergonomic handles for quick and easy transportation
• Built-in 35 mm pole socket for flexible mounting options
• 100 hours of stress testing for reliable real-world performance

Features

• Four EQ presets for quick sound optimization
• dbx® Automatic Feedback Suppression (AFS)
• Bluetooth® 5.0 audio streaming
• Stereo streaming capability when linking two speakers
• One-touch automatic music ducking when speech is detected
• Wide frequency response: 54 Hz – 20 kHz
• 2 × XLR/TRS combo mic/line input jacks
• 1 × XLR pass-through output
• Inputs support microphone or line sources
• Ergonomic carrying handles
• Durable grille
• Built-in 35 mm pole mount

Bluetooth & Audio I/O

Bluetooth® 5.0 audio streaming lets you play backing tracks, video soundtracks or recorded music between sets with greater wireless range, speed and accuracy. Two speakers can be linked to create a true stereo image. The two XLR/TRS combo inputs support microphone and line sources, while the XLR pass-through output provides a convenient connection for additional speakers or equipment.

DSP & Sound Processing

• Four selectable EQ presets
• dbx® Automatic Feedback Suppression
• Feedback suppression helps stop feedback before it starts
• Soundcraft®-designed one-touch music ducking
• Music volume automatically lowers when speech input is detected
• EQ presets are modeled around common performance scenarios

Powerful & Portable Design

The IRX108BT is engineered to deliver big-system sound in a compact footprint. Its ultra-lightweight polypropylene cabinet makes it easy to transport, while ergonomic handles make loading, unloading and moving the speaker quick and convenient. The durable grille is designed for reliable use, and the built-in pole socket provides additional setup options.

Applications

Musicians / Performers

• Great-sounding and easy-to-use sound reinforcement
• Portable and affordable PA solution
• Suitable for musicians and performers requiring portable sound

Presenters / Instructors

• Compact PA solution for mobile presenters and fitness instructors
• Bluetooth® audio streaming
• Built-in automatic music ducking

Hospitality / Government Installations

• Professional sound quality
• Easy operation and setup
• Minimal setup time

Technical Specifications

• System Type: Powered 8" two-way
• Cabinet: Polypropylene with full grille
• Maximum SPL: 124 dB peak
• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 54 Hz – 20 kHz
• Power Rating: 1300 watts peak
• Input Impedance: 10 kΩ balanced
• Coverage Pattern: 90° horizontal × 60° vertical nominal
• Bluetooth®: Audio streaming, Bluetooth® version 5.0
• DSP: 4 presets, feedback suppression, ducking
• I/O: 2 × XLR/TRS combo mic/line inputs, 1 × XLR pass-through output
• Mounting: 35 mm pole socket
• Net Weight: 17.4 lb (7.9 kg)
• Dimensions (D × W × H): 10.15 × 12.32 × 19.15 in
• Dimensions (D × W × H): 258 × 313 × 486 mm

Order Specifications

• Shipping Carton Dimensions (L × W × H): 10.87 × 13.35 × 20.35 in
• Shipping Carton Dimensions (L × W × H): 276 × 339 × 517 mm
• Shipping Weight: 20.5 lb (9.3 kg)

What's in the Box

• JBL IRX108BT
• IEC Power Cable
• Quick Start Guide