The Studiomaster Vortex 12A is a 12-inch active coaxial PA speaker designed for live sound, churches, bands, and portable event setups where you need a balance of power, clarity, and mobility. It delivers a powerful 1400W peak Class D amplification system and reaches up to around 125 dB SPL, making it loud enough for small to medium venues with ease. The coaxial driver design is one of its key strengths, giving a more focused and natural sound projection, especially for vocals and midrange instruments, since the high and low frequencies come from the same axis. It includes a built-in 24-bit DSP system with multiple modes (music, live, DJ, speech, monitor), 3-band EQ, limiter, and delay control, which helps quickly adapt the sound to different environments. It also supports Bluetooth playback (with TWS), multiple input options, and easy linking, making it very practical for modern setups without needing extra equipment.
Key Features
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12” Active Coaxial PA Speaker – Balanced sound with stronger bass than 10” models
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1400W Peak Power Output – Powerful enough for medium venues and live setups
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Coaxial Driver Design – Better clarity and phase alignment (great for vocals)
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Built-in 24-bit DSP Processing – EQ, delay, limiter, and sound modes
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5 DSP Presets – Music, Live, DJ, Speech, Monitor modes
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Bluetooth with TWS – Wireless audio + pair two speakers together
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Multiple Inputs (XLR/Jack + AUX) – Flexible connectivity for mixer, mic, or playback
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Dual Pole Mount + Flying Points – Easy for stand mounting or installation
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Portable Design (15.5kg) – Strong but still manageable to carry
Specifications
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Type: 2-way coaxial active speaker
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LF Driver: 12” woofer (65mm VC)
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HF Driver: 1” compression driver (34mm VC)
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Power Output:
- RMS: 350W (300W LF + 50W HF)
- Peak: 1400W
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Frequency Response: 50Hz – 20kHz
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Max SPL: 125 dB
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Coverage: 80° x 80°
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DSP: 24-bit with EQ, delay, limiter
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Inputs: 2 x XLR/Jack + 3.5mm AUX
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Outputs: XLR link out
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Dimensions: 360 × 585 × 310 mm
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Weight: 15.5 kg
Best For
- Medium-sized churches
- Worship bands
- Events & small concerts
- Portable PA systems
