Detail 01
Passive, 8 ohms
You supply the amplification. Two of these on one amp channel drops to 4 ohms, which many amps handle.
Product detailSKU #1274115050078
BehringerEUROLIVE VP1220 800W 12" Passive Speaker
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Passive 12-inch two-way PA cabinet for small live rooms. Needs a separate power amp, so it suits someone already running an amp rack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small bar and club gigs where a powered amp already exists
- Building a matched two-cabinet PA on a tight budget
- Fixed installs where the amp lives in a rack
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting plug-and-play — there is no built-in amp
- Solo performers carrying gear alone at 39.5 lbs
- Full-range bass or kick reinforcement without a subwoofer
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
200W is the number to match your amp against. Peak only covers brief transients, not sustained level.
Detail 03
93 dB sensitivity at 1W/1m
Modest efficiency. It takes real amplifier watts to get loud, so don't under-power it.
Detail 04
55 Hz low-end limit
Covers bass guitar and kick fundamentals thinly. Add a sub for dance music or heavy low end.
Detail 05
80 x 50 degree dispersion
Fairly narrow horizontal coverage. Angle the pair outward or listeners at the edges lose high end.
Detail 06
2.5 kHz crossover
Vocals sit right at the handoff between woofer and horn, so placement and aiming matter for clarity.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No amplifier, speaker cables, stands or pole mount included — budget for all four
- 0239.5 lbs each; check that your stands are rated for it
- 03Match amp output to 200W continuous at 8 ohms before buying
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need an amp for this speaker?
Yes. It is passive with no built-in amplification. You need an external power amp with speaker cables, sized around 200W continuous into 8 ohms.
02How many can I run off one amp?
Two per amp channel is typical, which presents a 4-ohm load. Confirm your amplifier is rated for 4 ohms before wiring them in parallel.
03Is it loud enough for a bar gig?
A pair handles a small bar or club room for vocals and backing tracks. For a loud full band, add a subwoofer to take pressure off the 12s.
04Will it fit a standard speaker stand?
It uses a pole socket for standard stands. Given the 39.5 lb weight, use stands rated well above that and keep the height conservative.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Frequency Response
- 55 Hz - 22kHz
- Impedance
- 8 Ohms
- Crossover Frequency
- 2.5kHz
1 detailsBody & build
- Type
- 2-way Full-Range Loudspeaker
2 detailsConnections & power
- Continuous Power
- 200W
- Peak Power
- 800W
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions W X H X D
- 14.6 inch x 23.6 x 16.9 inch (370 x 600 x 430 mm)
- Weight
- 39.5
2 detailsOther
- Sound Pressure Level SPL
- 93 dB (Full Space, 1 Watt @ 1 meter)
- Dispersion
- 80 x 50
