CASE STUDY

OPPORTUNITY

Agility AVL a leading audio, video and

lighting solutions partner required a

compact, rider-friendly line array system

that could deliver exceptional sound

quality, reduce setup time, and streamline

transportation requirements.

SOLUTION

After extensive research, Agility AVL

upgraded their inventory with 24 JBL VTX

A12 line array loudspeakers and 16 S28

subwoofers to more easily service world-

class venues and A-list national acts.

AGILITY AVL

Agility AVL a leading audio, video and lighting solutions partner for event production,

backline rentals, commercial installations and surveillance in the Pacific Northwest. In

order to more easily service world-class venues and A-list national acts, Agility AVL were

searching for a compact, rider-friendly line array system that could deliver exceptional

sound quality, reduce setup time, and streamline transportation requirements. After

extensive research, Agility AVL upgraded their inventory with 24 JBL VTX A12 line array

loudspeakers and 16 S28 subwoofers.

“We were recently working with one of the biggest artists in the world, and they have

the VTX A12 listed as the top request on their rider,” said Kevin Hill, VP of Sales and

Marketing, Agility AVL. “It was nice to know when we got the rider that we had exactly

what they wanted—that’s very reassuring for a production company.”

Since acquiring the VTX A12 system in April 2018, Agility AVL have deployed the system

for performances by world-class artists such as Little Big Town, 3rd Eye Blind, Jay Leno,

Buddy Guy, Pitbull, Queensryche, Great White and Lynch Mob, as well as the I Love The

90s tour featuring Vanilla Ice, Salt N Pepa, Spinderella, All 4 One, Color Me Badd, Coolio,

Tone Loc, Rob Base and Young MC. Agility will also be deploying the A12 system for

upcoming performances by Amy Schumer, Paul Anka, Lonestar, Cam, Dwight Yokum and

Adam Craig.

“One of the best things about the A12s is that they sound great no matter what

genre you’re working with,” said Hill. “Even with hard rock or heavy metal acts like

Queensryche, Great White or Lynch Mob, the A12s can pump out a ton of SPL without

sounding shrill or harsh.”

“ We were recently working with

one of the biggest artists in the

world, and they have the VTX

A12 listed as the top request on

their rider.”

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VTX Series loudspeakers pack a powerful punch into a surprisingly small package,

allowing production companies to put on bigger productions with less equipment.

The innovative rigging mechanism and redesigned suspension system enables two

technicians to fly a full VTX A12 line array system in minutes. Up to four VTX A12

loudspeakers can be stacked on the VTX A12 VT | Vertical Transporter cart for quick

and easy transportation. The rigging system and transporter cart were big selling

points for Agility, enabling the team to streamline setup and loading time, and reduce

transportation costs.

“When we saw how easily you could pack the A12 boxes on a truck and how quickly you

can fly them with the rigging mechanism, we instantly fell in love,” said Hill. “Plus they

weigh significantly less than some of the competitor’s boxes, which creates fuel and

time savings.”

PRODUCTS USED

JBL VTX A12 NEXT GENERATION DUAL 12” LINE ARRAY LOUDSPEAKERS

JBL S28 18” SUSPENDABLE SUBWOOFERS

“ One of the best things about

the A12s is that they sound

great no matter what genre

you’re working with.”