Tannoy VX 8M-WH Operation Manual

VX Series

Professional Loudspeakers

Operation Manual

Important Safety Instructions

The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage " within the
product's enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

Important Safety Instructions

The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage " within the
product's enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers that
produce heat.

9. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.

10. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

11. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.

SAFETY WARNING

Do not remove any covers, loosen any xings or allow
items to enter any aperture.

SAFETY WARNING

Objects lled with liquids should not be placed on
this apparatus.

AVERTISSEMENT DE SECURITE

Ne retirez pas les couvercles, ne desserrez pas les xations et
ne laissez aucune pièce s’introduire dans les ouvertures.

AVERTISSEMENT DE SECURITE

Ne placez pas d’objets contenant du liquide à proximité de
l’appareil

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 4

2. Unpacking and Visual Checks 4

2.1 Preliminary Recommendation 4

3. Connectors / Cabling 5

4. Polarity Checking 6

5. Amplication & Power Handling 6

6. Crossovers and Bi-amp Conguration 7

7. Equalisation 9

8. Arraying 9

9. Dimensions 10

10. Rigging and Safety Procedures 16

11. Service Parts & Accessories 17

12. Technical Specications 18

13. Warranty 22

14. Declaration of Conformity 23

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1. Introduction

1. Introduction

Designed, engineered and built in the United Kingdom, the VX Series from Tannoy comprises a range of
passive loudspeakers for demanding professional and commercial sound applications. At the heart of all VX
Series loudspeakers is Tannoy’s acclaimed Dual ConcentricTM driver technology. Unlike conventional drivers,
Dual Concentric combines a high frequency driver and a low-mid driver on a common axis, creating a true
point source for all reproduced sounds. Dual Concentric eliminates the time alignment problems inherent with
all enclosures employing separated drivers, thus ensuring outstanding denition, detail and intelligibility at all
points in the listening area.

All VX Series loudspeakers are designed to perform with very high efciency and exceptionally low distortion,
even when operating near peak output levels. All components are housed in rugged birch plywood enclosures,
with larger models equipped with double-chamfered Integrip™ recessed handles for easy one- or two-handed
carrying. Reecting Tannoy’s reputation for reliability, all VX Series loudspeakers are backed by a ve-year
wa rrant y.

Within the VX Series, system designers can choose from a variety of sizes, power levels and coverage patterns
to suit particular requirements. For extended bass performance, models with the “.2” designation augment the
Dual Concentric LF driver with a second matched LF driver. The “HP” designation indicates extended power
handling capabilities, while the “Q” sufx indicates incorporation on the new Q-Centric WaveguideTM (QCW™)
for applications requiring an asymmetrical coverage pattern. The QCW horn can be rotated in a matter of
minutes, allowing placement of the 75 x 40 degree pattern with either horizontal or vertical orientation.

2. Unpacking and Visual Checks

Each Tannoy VX Series loudspeaker is carefully tested and inspected prior to shipment. After unpacking,
please inspect for any exterior physical damage, and save the carton and any relevant packaging materials in
case the loudspeaker again requires packing and shipping. In the event that damage has been sustained in
transit notify your dealer and the shipping carrier immediately.

2.1 Preliminary Recommendation

VX Series loudspeakers can produce high sustained output levels for long periods of time. If users are in close
proximity, these levels could lead to permanent hearing damage. Because Tannoy loudspeakers have a natural­sounding, at frequency response and very low distortion, users may not be aware of the potential hazard. For
continuous exposure to high levels, we recommend use of a sound level meter to ensure noise levels are within
safety limits. The meter should be capable of integrating levels over a period of exposure in conformance with
noise control standards.

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3. Connectors / Cabling

3. Connectors / Cabling

On VX Series loudspeakers, connector types available vary by model, as detailed below:

VX 5.2, VX 6, VX 8

Inputs on 1 x speakON® 4-pole, 1x binding post pair. Binding posts are connected in parallel to speakON® 1+
and 1-. Not bi-amp capable.

VX 8M

Inputs on 2 paralleled speakON 4 pole connectors. Not bi-amp capable

VX 8.2, VX 12

Inputs on 2 x speakON® 4-pole and 2 x barrier strip terminals. Both barrier strip terminal pairs are connected in
parallel to speakON® poles 1+ and 1-. Not bi-amp capable.

VX 12HP, VX 12Q, VX 12.2Q, VX 15HP, VX 15Q

Inputs on 2 x speakON® 4-pole and 2x barrier strip terminal pair. Both barrier strip terminal pairs are connected
in parallel to speakON® poles 1+ and 1- when congured for full range operation. Bi-amp conguration may be
implemented using speakON® connectors only. (See 6.0 below.)

Binding post terminals are capable of accepting cables with a conductor of up to 6 mm sq CSA (AWG 10). Red is positive
and black is negative.

Barrier strips accept wire up to 4 mm sq CSA (AWG 12). Barrier strip polarity is as indicated.

The speakON® connectors will accept wire up to 4 mm sq CSA (AWG 12) with an outside diameter of up to 15 mm and
a current rating of 30 A. When so equipped, the pins of the two speakON® sockets identied input/output on the rear
of the input panel are paralleled within the enclosure. Tannoy have adopted the conventional wiring standard for the VX
Series product: pin 1+ is positive pin 1- is negative. For a worldwide list of Neutrik® distributors see www.neutrik.com.

When choosing cable type, it is important select the correct cross sectional area in relation to the cable length and
the load impedance. A small cross sectional area will increase the cable’s series resistance, inducing power loss and
response variations (damping factor). Connectors wired with 2.5 sq. mm (12 gauge) cable will be satisfactory under normal
conditions; with very long cable runs, the wire size should be increased. Please refer to the following table for guidance:

Cable run (m)

10

25

50

100

C.S.A of Each
Conductor

2.5

4.0

6.0

2.5

4.0

6.0

2.5

4.0

6.0

2.5

4.0

6.0

Cable resistance
(ohms)

0.14

0.09

0.06

0.14

0.09

0.06

0.14

0.09

0.06

0.14

0.09

0.06

% Power loss
into 8 ohms
load

1.7

1.1

0.73

1.7

1.1

0.73

1.7

1.1

0.73

1.7

1.1

0.73

% Power loss
into 4 ohms
load

3.5

2.2

1.5

3.5

2.2

1.5

3.5

2.2

1.5

3.5

2.2

1.5

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4. Polarity Checking

4. Polarity Checking

Checking the polarity of the wiring before the speaker system is mounted or own will help ensure satisfactory
performance. If you do not have a pulse based polarity checker, you may check LF units as follows: Connect
two wires to the + and - terminals of a PP3 (9 V) battery. Apply the wire connected to the positive (+) terminal
of the battery to the speaker cable leg which you believe to be connected to pin 1+ of the speaker connector;
likewise connect the negative (-) terminal of the battery to pin 1-. If you have wired it correctly, the LF drive unit
will move forward. At this point, connect the positive (+) speaker lead to the + terminal on the amplier and the
negative (-) lead to the - terminal on the amplier. However, if the LF driver moves backwards with the battery
test, the input connections need to be inverted before connecting the amplier. If problems are encountered,
inspect the cable wiring. Note that different amplier manufacturers may utilise different pin congurations and
polarity conventions; if you are using ampliers from more than one manufacturer, check the polarity at the
ampliers as well as at the loudspeakers.

5. Amplification & Power Handling

As with all professional loudspeaker systems, the power handling is a function of voice coil thermal capacity.
Care should be taken to avoid overdriving the amplier into clipping. Damage to the loudspeaker will be
sustained if the amplier is driven into clipping for any extended period of time. Headroom of at least 3 dB
should be allowed.

When evaluating an amplier, it is important to take into account its behaviour under low impedance load
conditions. A loudspeaker system is highly reactive, and with transient signals it can require more current than
the nominal impedance would indicate. Generally a higher power amplier running free of distortion will do less
damage to the loudspeaker than a lower power amplier that is continually clipping. A high-powered amplier
running at less than 90% of output power generally sounds superior to a lower power amplier running at
100%. An amplier with insufcient drive capability will not allow the full performance or the loudspeaker to be
realised. (See technical specications section for recommended amplier power.)

When using ampliers from different manufacturers in a single installation, make certain that all have very
closely matched gains. (Variation should be less than +/- 0.5 dB.) This precaution is important to the overall
system balance when only a single active crossover is being used with multiple cabinets. When possible, it is
recommended that the same ampliers be used throughout.

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6. Crossovers and Bi-amp Configuration

6. Crossovers and Bi-amp Configuration

VX Series loudspeakers are supplied as standard for passive operation via the internal crossover network.
If higher peak outputs and additional low frequency output is required, then the VX Series can be used in
conjunction with the Tannoy TX1 controller/crossover which provides high pass ltering and a degree of
parametric equalisation, as well as a xed crossover point for use with sub-bass loudspeakers (See the TX1
Operation Manual for further information.) The Tannoy TDX2 Digital controller will also perform the above
functions with additional control and features including limiting and delay. (See the relevant literature on the
TDX2 for further information.)

The VX 12HP, VX 12Q, VX 12.2Q, VX 15HP, VX 15Q only also may be internally recongured for bi-amp
operation to supply greater system headroom. Reconguration is as follows.

First, remove the rear termination panel. It is secured with size M2.5 hex screws. Use the proper tool as
screws may be very snug.

In passive (default) mode, the internal wiring is as shown in Fig. 1, with the full range signal routed through the
internal crossover and divided into separate LF and HF signals using a four pole connector.

For bi-amp operation, recongure the internal wiring as shown in Fig 2. The two-wire connector leading to
the crossover is disconnected. The four-wire connector from the speakers now bypasses the crossover and
instead connects directly to the speakON® inputs, replacing the connector that previously led to the crossover.

For bi-amp operation, the speakON® connectors coming from the amplier(s) must be wired as follows:

1 + LF +
1 - LF –
2 + HF +
2 - HF –

Note that the barrier strip terminals are wired for passive full-range operation only.

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6. Crossovers and Bi-amp Configuration

Fig 1.

Fig 2.

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7. Equalisation

7. Equalisation

VX Series loudspeakers require no equalisation or correction to overcome system limitations; equalisation
is necessary only to compensate for difcult acoustic environments. Over-equalisation can reduce system
headroom and introduce phase distortion, resulting in degraded sound. If equalisation is required, it should
be applied gently and smoothly. Because VX Series loudspeakers are point source, phase coherent designs,
excessive equalization usually proves detrimental to the overall sound quality.

When one loudspeaker is used in close proximity to another, comb ltering effects can create coverage problems.
(Comb ltering creates an uneven frequency response across the coverage area due to constructive and
destructive interference effects between the two sources.) Comb ltering cannot be cured by equalisation;
this should be addressed with proper arraying as discussed in the following section.

8. Arraying

Small alterations to loudspeaker positions can have the effect of minimising problematic combing frequencies.
Arrays should be constructed so that the individual coverage patters of each loudspeaker combine with
minimal overlap. The design of the VXP cabinet greatly simplies the creation of effective arrays, allowing
seamless wide horizontal coverage using two loudspeakers without the need for tedious experimentation.

By placing the VXP cabinets with the 30 degree angled rear panels together, minimal dispersion pattern
overlap is achieved, guaranteeing an extraordinarily smooth transition. In many applications the 90 or 75
degree dispersion pattern may be sufcient in the horizontal plane. It is also possible to stack the cabinets
vertically using the above method (in a central cluster for example) where greater vertical dispersion is required.
As shown in the above diagram, one of the VXP cabinets is inverted to allow the optimum splay angle to be
achieved. The grille can be simply removed from this cabinet and be replaced for matching orientation. The
grille is held in position by the two xing screws on the top and bottom lips of the cabinet.

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9. Dimensions

9. Dimensions

VX 5.2

333.0

180.0

[7.09"]

1"]

200.0

[7.87"]

50.8

[2.00"]

37.0

[1.46"]

107.9

[4.25"]

VX 6

125.0

[4.92"]

333.0

[13.11"]

75°

225.0

[8.86"]

75°

215.0

[8.46"]

50.8

[2.00"]

37.0

[1.46"]

107.9

[4.25"]

115.0
75°

[4.53"]

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75°

[15.28"

VX 8

388.0

[15.28"]

280.0

[11.02"]

180.0

[7.09"]

275.0

[10.83"]

50.8

[2.00"]

94.0

[3.70"]

107.9

[4.25"]

9. Dimensions

VX 8M

135.0

[5.31"]

388.0

60°

280.0

[11.02"]

]

180.0

[7.09"]

60°

315.7

[12.43"]

175.7

[6.92"]

30°

50°

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9. Dimensions

VX 8.2

590.0

[23.23"]

145.0

[5.71"]

280.0

[11.02"]

180.0

[7.09"]

60°

60°

140.0

[5.51"]

328.0

[12.91"]

VX 12

486.0

[19.13"]

190.0

[7.48"]

155.0

370.0

[14.57"]

290.0

[11.42"]

180.0

[7.09"]

60°

40°

360.0

[14.17"]

180.0

[7.09"]

406.0

[15.98"]

70.0

[2.76"]

[6.10"]

127.0

[5.00"]

224.0

[8.82"]

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9. Dimensions

VX 12HP

486.0

[19.13"]

190.0

[7.48"]

60°

370.0

[14.57"]

290.0

[11.42"]

180.0

[7.09"]

40°

360.0

[14.17"]

180.0

[7.09"]

406.0

[15.98"]

70.0

[2.76"]

155.0

[6.10"]

127.0

[5.00"]

224.0

[8.82"]

VX 12Q

486.0

[19.13"]

190.0

[7.48"]

60°

370.0

[14.57"]

290.0

[11.42"]

180.0

[7.09"]

40°

360.0

[14.17"]

180.0

[7.09"]

406.0

[15.98"]

70.0

[2.76"]

127.0

[5.00"]

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9. Dimensions

C of G

VX 12.2Q

780.0

[30.71"]

370.0

[14.57"]

290.0

[11.42"]

180.0

[7.09"]

190.0

[7.48"]

180.0

[7.09"]

40.0

[1.57"]

40.0

[1.57"]

155.0

[6.10"]

155.0

[6.10"]

292.0

[11.50"]

VX 15HP

190.0

[7.48"]

[16.54"]

420.0

590.0

[23.23"]

200.0

[7.87"]

60°

450.0

[17.72"]

364.0

[14.33"]

180.0

[7.09"]

40°

504.0

[19.84"]

43.0

[1.69"]

203.0

[7.99"]

180.0

[7.09"]

200.0

[7.87"]

161.5

[6.36"]

262.0

[10.31"]

127.0

[5.00"]

183.9

[7.24"]

70.0

[2.76"]

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VX 15Q

161.5

[6.36"]

183.9

[7.24"]

9. Dimensions

420.0

[16.54"]

590.0

[23.23"]

200.0

[7.87"]

450.0

[17.72"]

364.0

[14.33"]

180.0

[7.09"]

504.0

[19.84"]

43.0

[1.69"]

180.0

[7.09"]

200.0

[7.87"]

[5.00"]

262.0

[10.31"]

127.0

70.0

[2.76"]

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10. Rigging and Safety Procedures

10. Rigging and Safety Procedures

The Tannoy Professional hardware covered in this guide has been designed to offer quick, simple, cost
effective and secure solutions for mounting specic Tannoy Professional loudspeakers. This hardware has been
designed and manufactured with a high safety load factor for its specic role. To ensure the safest possible use
of the hardware covered in this guide, it must be assembled in strict accordance with the instructions specied.
The information in these Operation Manuals relating to the assembly and the safe use of these accessories
must be understood and followed.

The installation of Tannoy Professional loudspeakers - using the dedicated hardware - should carried out only
by fully qualied installers, in accordance with all the required safety codes and standards that apply at the
place of installation. WARNING: As the legal requirements for mounting, suspending, hanging, ying or rigging
equipment change from country to country, please consult your local safety standards ofce before installing
any product. We also recommend that you thoroughly check any laws and bylaws prior to installation.

Tannoy Professional hardware has been designed for use with specic Tannoy Professional loudspeakers,
and is not designed or intended for use with any other Tannoy Professional products, or any other devices.
Using Tannoy Professional hardware for any purpose other than that indicated in this guide is considered to
be improper use. Such use can be very dangerous: overloading, modifying, damaging, or assembling in a
manner other than that clearly stated in the Operation will compromise safety. The component parts of any
Tannoy Professional hardware device must only be assembled using the accessory kits supplied and in strict
compliance with the Operation Manual. The use of other accessories or non-approved methods of assembly
may result in an unsafe hardware system by reducing the load safety factor. Welding, or any other method of
permanently xing hardware components together or to the integral xing points in the cabinet, should never
be used.

Whenever a Tannoy Professional loudspeaker is xed to a surface using a Tannoy Professional hardware
device, the installer must ensure that the surface is capable of safely and securely supporting the load. The
hardware employed must be safely, and securely attached both to the loudspeaker and also to the surface
in question, in accordance with the Operation Manual, using only the xing holes provided as standard and
covered in the manual. Secure xings to the building structure are vital. Seek help from architects, structural
engineers or other specialists if in any doubt. All loudspeakers own in theatres, nightclubs, conference centres
or other places of work and entertainment must be provided with an independent, correctly rated and securely
attached secondary safety restraint in addition to the principal hardware device. This secondary safety restraint
must prevent the loudspeaker from dropping more than 150 mm (6”) should the principal hardware device fail.

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11. Service Parts & Accessories

11. Service Parts & Accessories

Model HF unit Dual driver Bass driver

VX 5.2 7900 0915 7900 1280 7900 1281 - -

VX 6 7900 0683 7900 0742 - - -

VX 8 - 7900 1282 - 7900 1284 -

VX 8M - 7900 1282 - 7900 1284 -

VX 8.2 - 7900 1282 7900 1283 7900 1284 -

VX 12 - 7900 1285 - 7900 1287 7900 0441

VX 12HP -

VX 12Q -

VX 12.2Q -

VX 15HP -

7900 1289*/

7900 1366

7900 1290*/

7900 1364

7900 1290*/

7900 1364

7900 1293*/

7900 1367

- 7900 1292

- 7900 1292

7900 1291 7900 1292

- 7900 1292

HF

diapharagm

Recone Kit

7900 0716*/

7900 1358

7900 0716*/

7900 1358

7900 0716*/

7900 1358

7900 0646*/

7900 1359

VX 15Q -

* Pre July 2013

7900 1294*/

7900 1367

- 7900 1292

7900 0646*/

7900 1359

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12. Technical Specifications

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12. Technical Specifications

Following are the VX Series technical specications. These gures are accurate at the time of printing but please note that all gures are

subject to change without notice.

Model VX 5. 2 VX 6 VX 8
Performance

Frequency Response (-3 dB)
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 1 65 Hz – 45kHz 80 Hz – 45kHz 62 Hz – 45 kHz
System Sensitivity (1 W @1 m)
Dispersion (degrees conical) 120 degrees (H) x 90 degrees (V) 90 degrees conical 90 degrees conical
Driver Complement 1 x 125 mm (5.00”) constant 1 x 150 mm (6.00”) constant 1 x 200 mm (8.00”) constant

Crossover Passive 2.0 kHz Passive 2.0 kHz Passive 1.7 kHz

Directivity Factor (Q) 7.3 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 5.6 (averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz) 6.8 (averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
Directivity Index (DI) 8.6 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 7.0 (averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz) 7.9 (averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz)
Rated Ma ximum SPL (2) Average: 111 dB Average: 111 dB Average: 113 dB

Power Handling Average: 130 W Average: 100 W Average: 130 W

Recommended Amplier Power 260 W @ 8 ohms 200 W @ 8 ohms 260 W @ 8 ohms
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms 8 ohms
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250 Hz 2.85% 0.52% 2.64% 0.365% 0.12% 0.15%
1 kHz 0.56% 0.31% 0.223% 0.458% 0.23% 0.84%
10 kHz 1.24% 0.15 % 1.873% 0.29% 1.35% 0.16%
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250 Hz 0.70% 0.17% 0.64% 0.314% 0.16% 0.14%
1 kHz 0.08% 0.26% 0.062% 0.436% 0.09% 0.53%
10 kHz 0.41% 0.10% 0.78% 0.266% 0.53% 0.17%

1)

87 Hz – 35 Hz 92 Hz – 35 Hz 85 Hz – 35 Hz

2)

90 dB (1 W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms) 91 dB (1 W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms) 92 dB (1 W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms)

directivity Dual Concentric directivity Dual Concentric directivity Dual Concentric
1 x 125mm (5.00”) bass driver

with dynamic HF protection with dynamic HF protection with dynamic HF protection

Peak: 117 dB Peak: 117 dB Peak: 119 dB

Programme: 260 W Programme: 200 W Programme: 260 W
Peak: 520 W Peak: 400 W Peak: 520 W

Construction

Enclosure 6.73 litre birch plywood, vented 9.16 litre birch plywood, vented 16.28 litre, 15 mm (0.62”) birch plywood,

Finish Textured black or white paint, Textured black or white paint, Textured black or white paint,

Connectors 1 x speakON NL4MP, 1 x speakON NL4MP, 1 x speakON NL4MP,

Fittings 2 x M6 yoke bracket inserts

Dimensions (H x W x D) W: 180 mm (7.1”), W: 225 mm (8.9”), W: 280 mm (11.0”),

Net Weight 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs) 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs) 8.5 kg (18.7 lbs)
Shipped Weight 10.5 kg (23.1 lbs) 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs) 18.5 kg (40.8 lbs)
Packed Quantity 2 2 2

(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis in an anechoic chamber.
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 1 metre in an anechoic chamber.
A full range of measurements, performance data, and EaseTM Data can be downloaded from www.tannoy.com.
Tannoy operates with a policy of continuous research and development. Product performance always will equal or exceed published specications. However, following introduction of new
materials or manufacturing methods, Tannoy reserves the right to alter specications without prior notice.

and internally brace and internally brace vented and internally braced.

with custom colours on request. with custom colours on request. with custom colours on request.
Powder coated perforated steel grille Powder coated perforated steel grille Powder coated perforated steel grille
Airnet cloth behind Airnet cloth behind Airnet cloth behind

2 x 4 mm binding posts 2 x 4 mm binding posts 2 x 4 mm binding posts

(4mm allen key),
Fixings compatible with Omnimount
and Powerdrive style brackets,
4 x M6 inserts

H: 333 mm (13.1”), H: 333 mm (13.1”), H: 388 mm (15.3”),
D: 200 mm (7.9”) D: 215 mm (8.1”) D: 275 mm (10.8”)

2 x M6 yoke bracket inserts
(4mm allen key),
Fixings compatible with Omnimount
and Powerdrive style brackets,
4 x M6 inserts,
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount

2 x M10 yoke bracket inserts
(6mm allen key),
2 x M10 ying inserts,
Fixings compatible with Omnimount
and Powerdrive style brackets,
4 x M6 inserts,
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount,
1 x Integrip carrying handle

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12. Technical Specifications

Model VX 8M VX 8.2 VX 12
Performance

Frequency Response (-3 dB)
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 1 62 Hz – 45 kHz 60 Hz – 45 kHz 55 Hz – 38 kHz
System Sensitivity (1 W @1 m)
Dispersion (degrees conical) 90 degrees conical 90 degrees conical 90 degrees conical
Driver Complement 1 x 200 mm (8.00”) constant 1 x 200 mm (8.00”) constant 1 x 305 mm (12.00”) constant

Crossover Passive 1.7 kHz Passive 360 Hz and 1.5 kHz Passive 1 kHz with HF protection

Directivity Factor (Q) 6.8 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 8.1 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 9.6 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz)
Directivity Index (DI) 9.2 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 9.2 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 9.8 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz)
Rated Ma ximum SPL (2) Average: 113 dB Average: 116 dB Average: 120 dB

Power Handling Average: 130 W Average: 200 W Average: 200 W

Recommended Amplier Power 260 W @ 8 ohms 400 W @ 8 ohms 400 W @ 8 ohms
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms 8 ohms
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250 Hz 0.12% 0.15% 0.58% 0.34% 0.52% 0.58%
1 kHz 0.23% 0.84% 0.34% 0.69% 2.98% 0.63%
10 kHz 1.35% 0.16% 1.73% 0.15% 3.58% 0.19%
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250 Hz 0.16% 0.14% 0.15% 0.15% 0.10% 0.26%
1 kHz 0.09% 0.53% 0.11% 0.37% 0.81% 0.58%
10 kHz 0.53% 0.17% 0.74% 0.22% 1.18% 0.03%

1)

85 Hz – 35 Hz 80 Hz – 35 Hz 70 Hz – 25 Hz

2)

92 dB (1 W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms) 93 dB (1 W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms) 97 dB (1 W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms)

directivity Dual Concentric directivity Dual Concentric directivity Dual Concentric

with dynamic HF protection with dynamic HF protection

Peak: 119 dB Peak: 122 dB Peak: 126 dB

Programme: 260 W Programme: 400 W Programme: 400 W
Peak: 520 W Peak: 800 W Peak: 800 W

1 x 200mm (8.00”) bass driver

Construction

Enclosure 16.28 litre, 15 mm (0.62”) birch plywood, 24.97 litre, 15 mm (0.62”) birch plywood, 36.07 litre, 15 mm (enclosure)

Finish Textured black or white paint, Textured black or white paint, Textured black or white paint,

Connectors 2 x speakON NL4MP 2 x speakON NL4MP 2 x speakON NL4MP

Fittings 3 x M10 ying inserts (portrait

Dimensions (H x W x D) W: 280 mm (11.0”), W: 280 mm (11.0”), W: 370 mm ( 14.6”),

Net Weight 9 kg (19.8 lbs) 15.5 kg (34.2 lbs) 17.0 kg (37.5 lbs)
Shipped Weight 20 kg (44.1 lbs) 17.5 kg (38.6 lbs) 19.5 kg (43.0 lbs
Packed Quantity 2 1 1

(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis in an anechoic chamber.
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 1 metre in an anechoic chamber.
A full range of measurements, performance data, and EaseTM Data can be downloaded from www.tannoy.com.
Tannoy operates with a policy of continuous research and development. Product performance always will equal or exceed published specications. However, following introduction of new
materials or manufacturing methods, Tannoy reserves the right to alter specications without prior notice.

vented and internally braced. vented and internally braced. and 18 mm (front) birch plywood

with custom colours on request. with custom colours on request. with custom colours on request.
Powder coated perforated steel grille Powder coated perforated steel grille Powder coated perforated steel grille
Airnet cloth behind Airnet cloth behind Airnet cloth behind

and Barrier strip and Barrier strip

mounting),
1 x Integrip carrying handle,
Integral Pole Mount for standard
35mm poles

H: 388 mm (15.3”), H: 590 mm (23.2”), H: 486 mm (19.1”),
D: 315.7 mm (12.4”) D: 275 mm (10.8”) D: 360 mm (14.1”)

4 x M10 Flying inserts,
2 x M10 yoke bracket inserts
2 x Integrip carrying handles
Blanking plate for optional VTH
pole mount

vented and internally braced

8 x M10 Flying inserts (portrait or
landscape mounting),
8 x M10 yoke bracket inserts,
2 x Integrip carrying handles,
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount,
Fixings compatible with Powerdrive
style brackets,
4 x M6 inserts

TM

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12. Technical Specifications

v

Model VX 12HP VX 12Q V X 12.2 Q
Performance

Frequency Response (-3 dB)
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 1 60 Hz – 30 kHz 60 Hz – 30 kHz 55 Hz – 30 kHz
System Sensitivity (1 W @1 m)
Passive - Full Range 97 dB (1W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms) 97 dB (1W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms) 99 dB (1W = 2.83 V for 8 Ohms)
Biamp (LF) 98 dB 98 dB 98 dB
Biamp (LF) 106 dB 108 dB 102 dB
Dispersion (degrees conical) 75 degrees conical 75 degrees (H) x 40 degrees (V) 75 degrees (H) x 40 degrees (V)
Driver Complement 1 x 305 mm (12.00”) 1 x 305 mm (12.00”) PowerDual™ 1 x 305 mm (12.00”) PowerDual™

Crossover Passive 1 kHz Passive 1.5 kHz Passive 300 Hz and 1.5 kHz

Directivity Factor (Q) 10.1 (averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz) 13.0 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 13.0 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz)
Directivity Index (DI) 10.0 (averaged 1 kHz to 10kHz) 11.1 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 11.1 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz)
Rated Ma ximum SPL (2)
Passive - Full Range 123 dB (average) 129 dB (peak) 123 dB (average) 129 dB (peak) 126 dB (average) 132 dB (peak)
Biamp (LF ) 124 dB (average) 130 dB (peak) 124 dB (average) 130 dB (peak) 123 dB (average) 129 dB (peak)
Biamp (HF ) 125 dB (average) 131 dB (peak) 127 dB (average) 132 dB (peak) 127 dB (average) 133 dB (peak)
Power Handling
Passive - Full Range Average: 350 W Average: 350 W Average: 500 W

Biamp (LF ) Average: 350 W Average: 350 W Average: 350 W

Biamp (HF ) Average: 80 W Average: 80 W Average: 350 W

Recommended Amplier Power
Passive - Full Range 700 W @ 8 ohms 700 W @ 8 ohms 1000 W @ 8 ohms
Biamp (LF ) 700 W @ 8 ohms 700 W @ 8 ohms 700 W @ 8 ohms
Biamp (HF ) 160 W @ 8 ohms 160 W @ 8 ohms 700 W @ 8 ohms
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms 8 ohms
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250 Hz 0.239% 0.67% 0.72% 0.17% 2.49% 0.49%
1 kHz 1.58% 2.53% 0.57% 0.76% 0.54% 0.73%
10 kHz 5.2% 0.161% 5.11% 0.08% 7.54% 0.80%
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250 Hz 0.11% 0.581% 0.16% 0.19% 0.60% 0.21%
1 kHz 0.79% 2.53% 0.18% 0.49% 0.20% 0.49%
10 kHz 1.94% 0.161 1.63% 0.08% 2.56% 0.10%

1)

80 Hz – 25 Hz 80 Hz – 25 Hz 70 Hz – 25 Hz

2)

constant directivity PowerDual™ with Q-Centric waveguide with Q-Centric waveguide

Product can be recongured for Product can be recongured for Product can be recongured for
bi-amped operation. Bi-amp bi-amped operation. Bi-amp bi-amped operation. Bi-amp
system parameters in Operation Manual system parameters in Operation Manual system parameters in Operation Manual

Programme: 700 W Programme: 700 W Programme: 1000 W
Peak: 1400 W Peak: 1400 W Peak: 2000 W

Programme: 700 W Programme: 700 W Programme: 700 W
Peak: 1400 W Peak: 1400 W Peak: 1400 W

Programme: 160 W Programme: 160 W Programme: 700 W
Peak: 320 W Peak: 320 W Peak: 1400 W

1 x 305 mm (12.00”) bass driver

Construction

Enclosure 36.07 litre, 15 mm (enclosure) and 36.07 litre, 15 mm (enclosure) and 59.08 litre, 15 mm (enclosure) and

Finish Textured black or white paint, Textured black or white paint, Textured black or white paint,

Connectors 2 x speakON NL4MP and Barrier strip 2 x speakON NL4MP and Barrier strip 2 x speakON NL4MP and Barrier strip
Fittings 8 x M10 Flying inserts (portrait or

Dimensions (H x W x D) W: 370 mm ( 14.6”), W: 370 mm ( 14.6”), W: 370 mm ( 14.6”),

Net Weight 21.5 kg (47.4 lbs) 21.0 kg (46.3 lbs) 33.5 kg (73.9 lbs)
Shipped Weight 23.5 kg (51.8 lbs) 23.0 kg (50.7 lbs) 36.5 kg (80.5 lbs)
Packed Quantity 1 1 1

(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis in an anechoic chamber.
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 1 metre in an anechoic chamber.
A full range of measurements, performance data, and EaseTM Data can be downloaded from www.tannoy.com.

13. Technical Specications

Tannoy operates with a policy of continuous research and development. Product performance always will equal or exceed published specications. However, following introduction of new materials or
manufacturing methods, Tannoy reserves the right to alter specications without prior notice.

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18 mm (front) birch plywood, 18 mm (front) birch plywood, 18 mm (front) birch plywood,
vented and internally braced vented and internally braced vented and internally braced

with custom colours on request. with custom colours on request. with custom colours on request.
Powder coated perforated steel grille Powder coated perforated steel grille Powder coated perforated steel grille
Airnet cloth behind Airnet cloth behind Airnet cloth behind

landscape mounting),
8 x M10 yoke bracket inserts,
2 x Integrip carrying handles,
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount,
Fixings compatible with Powerdrive
style brackets,
4 x M6 inserts

H: 486 mm (19.1”), H: 486 mm (19.1”), H: 780 mm (30.7”),
D: 360 mm (14.1”) D: 360 mm (14.1”) D: 360 mm (14.1”)

8 x M10 Flying inserts (portrait or
landscape mounting),
8 x M10 yoke bracket inserts,
2 x Integrip carrying handles,
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount,

TM

Fixings compatible with PowerdriveTM
style brackets,
4 x M6 inserts

8 x M10 Flying inserts (portrait or
landscape mounting),
8 x M10 yoke bracket inserts,
2 x Integrip carrying handles,
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount

Model VX 15HP VX 15Q
Performance

Frequency Response (-3 dB)
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 1 58 Hz – 30` kHz 58 Hz – 30 kHz
System Sensitivity (1 W @1 m)
Passive - Full Range 99 dB (1 W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms) 99 dB (1W = 2.83 V for 8 ohms)
Biamp (LF) 100 dB 100 dB
Biamp (LF) 106 dB 108 dB
Dispersion (degrees conical) 75 degrees conical 75 degrees (H) x 40 degrees (V)
Driver Complement 1 x 380 mm (15.00”) 1 x 380 mm (15.00”) PowerDual™

1)

70 Hz – 25 Hz 70 Hz – 25 Hz

2)

constant directivity PowerDual™ with Q-Centric waveguide

12. Technical Specifications

Crossover Passive 1.3 kHz Passive 1.3 kHz

Directivity Factor (Q) 9.7 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 12.0 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz)
Directivity Index (DI) 9.9 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz) 10.8 (averaged 1 kHz to 8 kHz)

Rated Ma ximum SPL (2)

Passive - Full Range 125 dB (average) 131 dB (peak) 125 dB (average) 131 dB (peak)
Biamp (LF ) 126 dB (average) 132 dB (peak) 126 dB (average) 132 dB (peak)
Biamp (HF ) 125 dB (average) 131 dB (peak) 127 dB (average) 132 dB (peak)

Power Handling

Passive - Full Range Average: 400 W Average: 400 W

Biamp (LF ) Average: 400 W Average: 400 W

Biamp (HF ) Average: 80 W Average: 80 W

Recommended Amplier Power

Passive - Full Range 800 W @ 8 ohms 800 W @ 8 ohms
Biamp (LF ) 800 W @ 8 ohms 800 W @ 8 ohms
Biamp (HF ) 160 W @ 8 ohms 160 W @ 8 ohms
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250 Hz 1.0% 0.56% 1.05% 0.10%
1 kHz 1.4% 1.0% 1.61% 1.02%
10 kHz 3.9% 1.8% 7.79% 1.15%
Distortion
10% Full Power (10.2 V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250 Hz 0.31% 0.45% 0.30% 0.06%
1 kHz 0.45% 0.79% 0.58% 0.52%
10 kHz 3.16% 0.32% 2.32% 0.13%

Product can be recongured for Product can be recongured for
bi-amped operation. Bi-amp bi-amped operation. Bi-amp
system parameters in Operation Manual system parameters in Operation Manual

Programme: 800 W Programme: 800 W
Peak: 1600 W Peak: 1600 W

Programme: 800 W Programme: 800 W
Peak: 1600 W Peak: 1600 W

Programme: 160 W Programme: 160 W
Peak: 320 W Peak: 320 W

Construction

Enclosure 57.82 litre, 18 mm birch plywood, 57.82 litre, 18 mm birch plywood,

Finish Textured black or white paint, Textured black or white paint,

Connectors 2 x speakON NL4MP and Barrier strip 2 x speakON NL4MP and Barrier strip
Fittings 8 x M10 Flying inserts (portrait or

Dimensions (H x W x D) W: 450 mm ( 17.7”), W: 450 mm (17.7”),

Net Weight 26.5 kg (58.4 lbs) 27.0 kg (59.5 lbs)
Shipped Weight 29.5 kg (65.0 lbs) 29.5 kg (65.0 lbs)
Packed Quantity 1 1

(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis in an anechoic chamber.
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 1 metre in an anechoic chamber.
A full range of measurements, performance data, and EaseTM Data can be downloaded from www.tannoy.com.
Tannoy operates with a policy of continuous research and development. Product performance always will equal or exceed published specications. However, following introduction of new materials or
manufacturing methods, Tannoy reserves the right to alter specications without prior notice.

vented and internally braced. vented and internally braced.

with custom colours on request. with custom colours on request.
Powder coated perforated steel grille Powder coated perforated steel grille
Airnet cloth behind Airnet cloth behind

landscape mounting),
8 x M10 yoke bracket inserts,
2 x Integrip carrying handles,
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount,
Fixings compatible with Powerdrive
style brackets,
4 x M6 inserts

H: 590 mm (23.2”), H: 590 mm (23.2”),
D: 420 mm (16.5”) D: 420 mm (16.5”)

8 x M10 Flying inserts (portrait or
landscape mounting),
8 x M10 yoke bracket inserts,
2 x Integrip carrying handles,
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount,

TM

Fixings compatible with PowerdriveTM
style brackets,
4 x M6 inserts

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13. Warranty

13. Warranty

No maintenance of the VX Series loudspeakers is necessary.

As part of the MUSIC Group, Tannoy is committed to providing the highest quality products, service and user
experience for our customers. One element of this commitment is our after sales support which now incorporates
our extended Limited Warranty. In the event of any concern that is not addressed by this extended Limited Warranty
we would ask you to contact us at [e-mail]

For full warranty details including the extended Limited Warranty, please visit
http://www.music-group.com/warranty.aspx and register your purchase online at www.music-group.com
or www.tannoy.com

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14. Declaration of Conformity

14. Declaration of Conformity

(in accordance with ISO/IEC 1750-1)

Document No: CE-VX-2

We: Music Group Innovation SC Ltd
Rosehall Industrial Estate, Coatbridge, ML5 4TF, United Kingdom

In accordance with the following Directive(s):

2004/108/RC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
2011/65/EU Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS)

Hereby declare that:

Type of equipment Professional loudspeakers
Range name VX
Models VX 5.2, VX 6, VX 8, VX 8M, VX 8.2, VX 12, VX 12HP, VX 12Q, VX 12.2Q,
VX 15HP, VX 15Q

Is/are in conformity with the requirements of the following documents:

Ref. No Title Edition
BS EN 55103-1 Electromagnetic compatibility. Product family standard for audio,
video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus 2009
for professional use. Emissions

BS EN 55103-2 Electromagnetic compatibility. Product family standard for audio,
video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus 2009
for professional use. Immunity

Name: Philippe Robineau
Position: Director of Engineering
Done at: Coatbridge
Date: 27/04/2016

Director of Engineering
Tannoy
27 April 2016

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Tannoy operates a policy of continuous research and development. The introduction of new materials or manufacturing

methods will always equal or exceed the published specications. All specications are subject to change without notice.

Copyright (c) 2016 Music Group Innovation SC Ltd. All rights reserved.

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