JBL Professional Introduces Updated Intellivox Active Digital Beam Shaping Column Loudspeakers
1 فبراير، 2026
ISE 2026 (Stand #3F300) - BARCELONA — HARMAN Professional Solutions, the global leader in audio, video, control, and lighting systems, today announced the debut of its updated JBL Professional Intellivox Active Digital Beam Shaping Column loudspeakers, now featuring Dante® networked audio support. The 13 newly introduced arrays serve as the next-generation replacements for all previous models in the Intellivox DSX, DS, and HP‑DS product families, offering enhanced performance and expanded capabilities. They deliver unmatched audio coverage control and exceptional intelligibility for sound reinforcement and public address in large or reverberant spaces such as transport hubs, houses of worship, parliaments, theatres, atriums, and museums.
Combining multiple high‑quality drivers with advanced digital signal processing and integrated multi‑channel amplifiers, the new models enable precise digital beam shaping. At the heart of Intellivox is JBL’s Digital Directivity Synthesis (DDS) Beam Shaping technology, which allows users to define exactly where sound should be projected—and where it should not. By tailoring coverage areas and minimizing reflections, DDS maximizes the direct‑to‑reverberant ratio, resulting in clear, intelligible sound even in the most challenging acoustic spaces.
The slim, unobtrusive design makes these column loudspeaker arrays ideal for installations where architectural preservation is critical. Enclosures require no mechanical aiming, are available in custom colors, and can even be recessed to blend seamlessly into buildings of all ages and styles. For integration flexibility, Intellivox supports Dante® and analog audio inputs alongside IP control connectivity. Built‑in redundancy and status monitoring ensure reliable, worry‑free operation in mission‑critical applications.
Each system includes an electronics module that provides network connectivity for control via free WinControl software, enabling easy setup and monitoring of Intellivox installations. For system designers, the DDA (Digital Directivity Analysis) software tool offers advanced simulation and optimization of directional behavior, as well as modeling of other loudspeakers within the system.
“These Intellivox columns bring enhanced versatility with Dante® audio networking,” said Steve Mathis, Senior Product Manager, Installed Acoustics, HARMAN Professional Solutions. “They continue to offer the sophisticated Intellivox sound and industry-leading beam shaping that designers and architects have trusted for years. We’re thrilled to bring these new models to market and see them elevate projects around the world.”
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
PRECISION BEAM CONTROL FOR ANY SPACE
JBL Intellivox Active Digital Beam Shaping Columns use Digital Directivity Synthesis (DDS) to precisely shape sound, delivering unlimited coverage possibilities and ensuring every listener experiences the utmost in clarity.
BALANCED FREQUENCY RESPONSE FOR MAXIMUM INTELLIGIBILITY
Advanced DSP algorithms balance frequency and SPL across listener planes, producing natural, intelligible sound even in acoustically challenging environments.
DISCREET DESIGN THAT PRESERVES ARCHITECTURE
Slim, unobtrusive enclosures blend seamlessly into any space. With custom colors and recessed installation options, Intellivox preserves architectural aesthetics while delivering powerful performance.
NETWORKED AUDIO WITH BUILT-IN RELIABILITY
With Dante® I/O, analog inputs, automatic switchover, and onboard monitoring, Intellivox integrates easily into networked systems while ensuring reliable, worry-free operation.
MODELS FOR EVERY VENUE
Available in a wide range of sizes, Intellivox provides the pattern control and SPL needed for spaces of every size—from intimate lecture halls to expansive arenas.
SMART CONTROL AND DESIGN TOOLS FOR PROFESSIONALS
Free WinControl software simplifies setup and monitoring, while DDA (Digital Directivity Analysis) empowers system designers to simulate, optimize, and fine-tune coverage with confidence.
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