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Description
JBL CBT 1000 Hi-Output 2-Way Line Array Column Speaker with Adjustable Coverage
The JBL CBT 1000 is a professional line array column speaker built for sound crews who need dependable coverage in unpredictable spaces. Its compact footprint delivers serious output without dominating the venue, while sixteen independent coverage patterns let you dial in precise acoustic control on the fly—no external DSP required to shape the room.
Design & Build Quality
Built with fiberglass-reinforced ABS cabinet and a powder-coated 1050 aluminum grille, the CBT 1000 stands up to the wear of touring and permanent installations. The included two-part swivel/tilt wall bracket offers ±45 degree left-right swivel and ±15 degree tilt adjustment, so you can position coverage exactly where it needs to be without chasing additional hardware between load-in and soundcheck.
Audio Performance & Coverage Flexibility
The speaker pairs 24 soft-dome tweeters (25 mm) with six 165 mm high-excursion woofers to deliver a 45 Hz–20 kHz frequency response with sensitivity ranging from 95 dB to 102 dB depending on coverage pattern and voicing selection. The sixteen different coverage combinations—four "Pattern Up" and four "Pattern Down" angles—give you surgical control over how sound spreads for speech, music, or mixed content, adapting to room geometry and audience placement.
Key Features
- Twenty-four 25 mm extra-high-power soft dome tweeters
- Six 165 mm high-excursion LF drivers arranged coaxially
- Frequency response: 45 Hz – 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: 102 dB (maximum) / 95 dB (minimum) depending on pattern and voicing
- Sixteen coverage pattern combinations (four "Pattern Up" angles × four "Pattern Down" angles)
- No external DSP processing required for coverage adjustment
- Fiberglass-reinforced ABS cabinet with powder-coated 1050 aluminum grille
- Dimensions: 102 cm (40.2 in) tall × 25 cm (9.9 in) wide
- Included two-part swivel/tilt wall bracket with ±45 degree pan and ±15 degree tilt
- Available in black (RAL9004) or white finish
The CBT 1000 cuts through the complexity of variable venue acoustics, making it a go-to choice for touring rigs, houses of worship, theaters, conference spaces, and any install where flexible pattern-based coverage beats locked-in DSP settings.
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At a Glance
The JBL CBT 1000 is a professional line array column speaker delivering high output and controlled coverage across complex venue spaces without requiring external DSP processing. Built for touring and permanent installations with a durable fiberglass-reinforced cabinet and sixteen adjustable coverage patterns, it's engineered for sound operators and venue managers who need surgical acoustic control in houses of worship, theaters, conference spaces, and live touring environments. Choose it for its proven reliability, minimal footprint, and ability to tailor coverage on the fly without additional processing gear.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Houses of Worship
- ✓ Theater/Auditorium Sound
- ✓ Conference/Install Audio
Not the best pick for
- – Home Recording
- – Studio Sessions
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does adjustable coverage mean, and how many patterns does the CBT 1000 offer?
The CBT 1000 has sixteen different coverage combinations created by four 'Pattern Up' angles and four 'Pattern Down' angles, allowing you to steer acoustic output vertically and horizontally without external DSP. This lets you tailor coverage to speech, music, or mixed content by simply selecting a pattern that matches your room layout.
What is the frequency response and maximum output level?
The CBT 1000 delivers 45 Hz to 20 kHz with sensitivity ranging from 95 dB to 102 dB depending on the coverage pattern and voicing selected. The combination of twenty-four 25 mm tweeters and six 165 mm woofers produces high output suitable for large venues and touring applications.
What is included with the speaker, and how is it mounted?
The CBT 1000 includes a two-part swivel/tilt wall bracket offering ±45 degree left-right swivel and ±15 degree tilt adjustment for flexible positioning. No additional mounting hardware is required, and the bracket enables fine-tuned vertical and horizontal alignment to match your room acoustics.
Is this speaker suitable for touring, and how durable is the cabinet?
The CBT 1000 is engineered for both touring and permanent installations with a fiberglass-reinforced ABS cabinet and powder-coated 1050 aluminum grille that resist corrosion and impact. Its compact 40.2-inch tall by 9.9-inch wide footprint makes it road-friendly while maintaining professional output and reliability.
Do I need external DSP or processing to use the coverage patterns?
No external DSP processing is required—all sixteen coverage patterns are built into the speaker and selectable by design. This makes setup faster and reduces complexity in touring, temporary, and permanent installations.