JBL Cbt 100LA-1 100CM Tall Line Array Column Speaker, Blk B-Stock
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- CBT-100LA-1-B
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JBL CBT 100LA-1 100CM Tall Line Array Column Speaker, Black
The JBL CBT 100LA-1 is a compact yet powerful line array column speaker engineered for consistent, controlled coverage in both installed and portable applications. Its vertically-oriented design delivers intelligible speech and clear music across medium to long-throw distances, making it an efficient solution for venues, auditoriums, and outdoor installations where space and weight are considerations.
Coverage & Directivity Control
Switchable vertical pattern coverage offers 40° for medium-throw applications or 15° for long-throw installations, allowing precise control over acoustic reach without excessive off-axis spillage. The built-in voicing switch provides a flat response optimized for music playback or a presence peak tuned for speech intelligibility, adapting the speaker's character to your content type.
Power & Installation Flexibility
The 325W power rating combined with a built-in 70V/100V transformer (with selectable taps at 100W, 50W, 30W, and 15W at 70V) enables flexible system integration in distributed speaker installations, while direct 8-ohm connectivity supports traditional amplifier wiring. A swivel/tilt wall-mount bracket and eighteen M6 inserts on the back panel simplify rigging and positioning in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Key Features
- 16 × 2" (50mm) full-range drivers with dual neodymium magnets
- 100 cm (39.4 inches) tall line array column design
- 325W power rating with switchable 70V/100V transformer (100W, 50W, 30W, 15W at 70V taps)
- Direct 8-ohm connection capability
- Switchable vertical coverage patterns: 40° (medium-throw) and 15° (long-throw)
- Switchable voicing: flat response for music mode, presence peak for speech mode
- Fiberglass-reinforced ABS cabinet with stainless steel external screws
- Painted aluminum grille
- Swivel/tilt wall-mount bracket included with eighteen M6 inserts
- Indoor and outdoor installation capable
The CBT 100LA-1 combines lightweight construction with robust output and pattern control, delivering a practical column speaker solution for distributed audio systems and installed venues.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
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About this B-Stock unit
| Condition | Factory B-Stock direct from the manufacturer: open box, show or demo unit, or a minor cosmetic blemish. Fully tested. |
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| Warranty | One-year manufacturer warranty |
| Ships from | The manufacturer's US warehouse, about 2 business days handling, tracking emailed when it leaves |
| Price vs new | $211 under the new unit ($1,055) |
Prefer a brand-new one? JBL Cbt 100LA-1 100CM Tall Line Array Column Speaker, Blk is in the catalog at $1,055.
At a Glance
The JBL CBT 100LA-1 is a line array column speaker designed for installed audio and distributed PA systems where speech intelligibility and controlled vertical coverage are priorities. Its switchable voicing (flat response for music, presence peak for dialogue) and selectable vertical patterns (40° or 15°) let you shape the acoustic footprint for any studio monitoring or installed-audio session. The 325W output, flexible 70V/100V/8-ohm wiring, and lightweight fiberglass cabinet make it a practical choice for in-building distributed audio, venue systems, and recording-studio monitoring where consistent coverage and pattern control are essential.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Live Performance, installed audio, speech intelligibility, distributed PA systems |
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| Tonal character | Intelligible speech, controlled directivity, switchable flat/presence-peak response, lightweight yet powerful |
| Less specialized for | intimate home listening, high-fidelity music mastering (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this speaker?
B-Stock indicates the unit is fully functional and backed by the manufacturer, but may have minor cosmetic imperfections from handling or demo use. All electrical and acoustic performance is identical to a new unit.
Should I choose the 40° or 15° vertical pattern?
Use 40° for medium-throw rooms where you want even coverage across a moderate distance and some off-axis reach. Choose 15° for long-throw installations or when you need to limit sound spillage to specific zones and prevent reflections from rear walls.
Can I use this in both installed and portable setups?
Yes. The included swivel/tilt wall-mount bracket and eighteen M6 inserts make it suitable for permanent rigging, while its 325W rating and direct 8-ohm connection support traditional amplifier wiring for portable PA.
What's included in the box?
The speaker ships with a swivel/tilt wall-mount bracket and all hardware for rigging. You will need an amplifier and cabling to complete the installation.
Does this speaker work on both 70V and standard amplifier connections?
Yes. The built-in transformer offers selectable taps at 100W, 50W, 30W, and 15W on 70V lines, or you can connect it directly to an 8-ohm amplifier output for traditional speaker wiring.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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