Detail 01
Passive, 8 ohms
You supply the amplifier. Two of these on one amp channel drops to 4 ohms, so check your amp handles that load.
Product detailSKU #1274115050372
BehringerEUROLIVE B212XL 800W 12" Passive Speaker
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 12-inch passive PA cabinet for small to mid-size rooms. Needs an external power amp, so it suits anyone already running a rack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding a box to a rig that already has a power amp and mixer
- Small band gigs, bars and function rooms with vocals and backing tracks
- A larger monitor wedge or side-fill for a loud stage
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone without a power amp — this cabinet makes no sound on its own
- Players who want a plug-in-and-go powered box with fewer cables
- Bass-heavy DJ sets, since it stops at 65Hz
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
200W continuous, 800W peak
Match an amp near 200W per channel at 8 ohms. An underpowered amp clipping is what kills tweeters.
Detail 03
95dB sensitivity
Efficient enough that modest amp power gets it loud. Every doubling of amp watts adds only 3dB on top.
Detail 04
1.75-inch compression driver, 1.9kHz crossover
The horn takes over above 1.9kHz, so vocal presence and cymbals come from the tweeter, not the woofer.
Detail 05
90º x 60º dispersion
Wide horizontal, narrow vertical. Aim it at ear height across the room rather than at the ceiling.
Detail 06
24 lbs, 65Hz to 18kHz
Light for a 12-inch box and easy to pole-mount, but the low end wants a sub for kick and bass.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No amplifier, speaker cable, stand or pole included — all bought separately
- 02Use speaker cable, not instrument cable; instrument cable overheats on amp output
- 03At 24 lbs it pole-mounts easily, but verify your stand's weight rating
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What amp do I need for this?
One rated around 200W continuous into 8 ohms per channel. Headroom above that is fine; running a small amp into clipping is more likely to damage the tweeter.
02Why is it cheaper than a powered speaker?
There is no amplifier inside. Add the cost of a power amp and speaker cable before comparing it to a powered box.
03Can I run two off one amp channel?
Two 8-ohm cabinets in parallel present a 4-ohm load. Confirm your amp is rated for 4 ohms per channel before wiring them that way.
04Is it loud enough for a bar gig?
For vocals and backing tracks in a small to mid-size room, yes. The 95dB sensitivity and 12-inch woofer cover it; add a sub if you need low end.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsSound
- Frequency Range
- 65Hz to 18kHz
- Impedance
- 8 ohms
- Crossover Frequency
- 1.9kHz
- Sensitivity
- 95dB (Full Space)
1 detailsConnections & power
- Power Rating
- 800W peak power; 200W continuous (IEC 60268-5)
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Hxwxd
- 21-2/3 inch x 13-5/8 inch x 10-5/8 inch (550 x 345 x 270 mm)
- Weight
- 24
3 detailsOther
- High Performance Woofer
- 12 inch (305 mm)
- Dispersion
- 90º x 60º
- Tweeter Compression Driver
- 1.75 inch (44 mm)
