Tannoy VX5.2 Data Sheet

VX 5.2

Product Description

Conceived, engineered and built with precision in the United Kingdom, VX Series represents the latest evolution of Tannoy’s core philosophies in professional loudspeaker design. VX 5.2 is the smallest and most compact of the range, adding new versatility to the range with its exceptional performance to size ratio. It provides a compact yet punchy and sonically vibrant solution for small-scale performance sound reinforcement and more demanding BGM applications as well as high performance speech reproduction where clarity and vocal character are paramount. The versatile twin driver design and mounting options also make the VX 5.2, due to acoustic matching with the wider range of VX Series models, perfectly capable components within much larger installations.

The VX 5.2 is built around two discrete transducers, a 120 mm (5”) Dual Concentric™ driver and a 120 mm (5”) bass driver for LF extension, mounted within an ultra-compact, rugged birch plywood cabinet with aesthetically profiled edges and airnet-backed, powder-coated steel grille. The latest high power handling 120 mm (5”) version of Tannoy’s exclusive point source, constant directivity Dual Concentric drive unit technology ensures high power output with high sensitivity and exceptional efficiency.

This new twin-driver compliment delivers tightly controlled 120 x 90 degree dispersion, for optimum coverage and exceptional forward gain with the added benefit of improved bass extension. The characteristics of the Dual allow for flexible placement of the loudspeaker; allowing vertical or horizontal mounting of single or multi-cabinet arrays without any compromise to sound quality.

Audio connection is via screw-in binding posts or NL4 speakON on the flush-mounted termination panel while an extensive range of high performance steel mounting hardware is available, custom designed for VX 5.2 and manufactured by K&M. This includes a yoke bracket and omni-mount for wall and ceiling location as well as an additional accessory to facilitate pole-mounting. All hardware has been tested and certified by K&M to guarantee greater than 10:1 safety ratio – giving installers complete peace of mind.

The VX 5.2 is available in black or white textured paint finish as standard, with matching grilles, and is also available in custom matched RAL colours as an option. A weather proof specification (WP) is also available as an option. Thus includes LINE-X™ cabinet outer-coating, internal prism sealing and treated transducers with perforated Grade 316 Stainless Steel grilles. All steel hardware is upgraded to Grade 304 SS, while all connector panel points are protected by a cover plate and weather-proof cable gland.

Additional lead time applies to all non-standard specifications.

Features

•120 mm (5”) Dual Concentric driver and discrete

120 mm (5”) bass driver for extended LF performance.

•Tightly controlled constant directivity for optimum coverage and forward gain

•Peak output 117 dB, rec. amp power 260 W @ 8 Ohms

•Versatile mounting via optional custom designed hardware

•Exceptional sound and performance for a cabinet of this size

•Rugged and highly compact birch plywood enclosure

•Available in black or white textured paint finish – custom colours optional.

•Available in weather proof specification (optional)

•Engineered and built in UK

•Five year loudspeaker warranty

Applications

•Performance Arts Spaces

•Theatres & Auditoria

•Bars, pubs and nightclubs

•Small scale live PA

•Theme parks and leisure venues

•Gymnasiums and small/medium sports arenas

•Portable corporate AV

•Conference rooms

•Houses of worship

•Cinemas

Tannoy (Direct UK)	T: 00 44	(0) 1236 420199	E: [e-mail]
TCGI (ROW sales)	T: 00 45	8742 7000	E: [e-mail]
TCGA (Americas sales)	T: 00 1 [phone]		E: [e-mail]
Tannoy Middle East	T: 00 971 (04) 4401208		E: [e-mail]

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VX 5.2

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

System	VX 5.2
Frequency Response (-3dB) (1)	87 Hz - 35 kHz
Frequency Range (-10dB) (1)	65 Hz - 45 kHz
System Sensitivity (1W @1m) (2)	90 dB (1 W = 2.83 V for 8 Ohms)
Dispersion (-6dB)	120 degrees (H) x 90 degrees (V)
Driver Complement	1 x 125 mm (5.00”) constant
	directivity Dual Concentric™
	1 x 125 mm (5.00”) bass driver
Crossover	Passive 2.0 kHz with
	dynamic HF protection
Directivity Factor (Q)	7.3 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz)
Directivity Index (DI)	8.6 dB (averaged 1 kHz to 8kHz)
Rated Maximum SPL (2)	111 dB (average) 117 dB (peak)
Power Handling	Average	Programme	Peak
	130 W	260 W	520 W
Recommended Amplifier Power	260 W @ 8 ohms

Construction

Enclosure	6.7 litre birch plywood, vented and
	internally braced.
Finish	Textured black or white paint,
	with custom colours on request.
	Powder coated perforated steel grille,
	Airnet cloth behind
Connectors	1 x Speakon NL4MP, 2 x 4 mm
	binding posts
Fittings	4 x M6 flying inserts, 2 x M6
	yoke bracket inserts
Dimensions	333 x 180 x 200 mm (HxWxD)
	13.1 x 7.1 x 7.9” (HxWxD)
Net Weight	TBA
Shipped weight	TBA
Packed quantity	2

Notes

(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis in an anechoic chamber

Nominal Impedance	8 ohms
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V)	2nd Harmonic	3rd Harmonic
250 Hz	2.85%	0.52%
1 kHz	0.56%	0.31%
10 kHz	1.24%	0.15%
1% Full Power (3.23 V)	2nd Harmonic	3rd Harmonic
250 Hz	0.70%	0.17%
1 kHz	0.08%	0.26%
10 kHz	0.41%	0.10%

(2)Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 1 metre in an anechoic chamber

A full range of measurements, performance data, and Ease™ Data can be downloaded from www.tannoy.com

Tannoy operates a policy of continuous research and development. The introduction of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the published specifications, which Tannoy reserves the right to alter without prior notice. Please verify the latest specifications when dealing with critical applications.

Ordering Information

PART NUMBER	MODEL NAME	COLOUR	PACKED QUANTITY
8001 6310	VX 5.2	BLACK	2
8001 6311	VX 5.2	WHITE	2

Tannoy (Direct UK)	T: 00 44	(0) 1236 420199	E: [e-mail]
TCGI (ROW sales)	T: 00 45	8742 7000	E: [e-mail]
TCGA (Americas sales)	T: 00 1 [phone]		E: [e-mail]
Tannoy Middle East	T: 00 971 (04) 4401208		E: [e-mail]

VX 5.2 // issue 1.00 // 10.06.11