Tannoy VLS 15 (EN 54) Passive Column Array Loudspeaker - White

Tannoy VLS 15 (EN 54) Passive Column Array Loudspeaker

The Tannoy VLS 15 (EN 54) Passive Column Array Loudspeaker is a 15-driver installation speaker built for high-intelligibility speech and music reinforcement. Seven 3.5" low-frequency drivers and eight 1" metal-dome tweeters combine with FAST dispersion control, 200W average power handling, and EN 54-24 certification.

Available in black and white finishes, the VLS 15 suits airports, transportation facilities, conference centers, houses of worship, stadium concourses, museums, hotels, and other acoustically demanding commercial spaces. Focussed Asymmetrical Shaping Technology, or FAST, provides +6°/-22° vertical dispersion with an -8° bias, directing coverage toward the listening plane while reducing the amount of cabinet tilt required.

The VLS 15 supports 12-ohm low-impedance operation plus 70V and 100V distributed audio systems through selectable transformer taps. Its aluminum extrusion enclosure, powder-coated perforated steel grille, IP64 environmental rating, and resistance to salt spray and UV exposure support permanent installations. Barrier-strip connections, a wall-mount bracket, flying bracket, input-panel cover, and cable gland simplify professional system integration.

Available Color Variants

• VLS15EN54: Black finish, RAL 9004
• VLS15EN54WH: White finish, RAL 9003

Key Features

• 15-Driver Column Array: Combines seven 3.5" woofers with eight 1" metal-dome tweeters for full-range installed sound.
• FAST Dispersion Control: Focussed Asymmetrical Shaping Technology directs vertical coverage toward the typical listening plane.
• EN 54-24 Certified: Supports qualifying installations that require an EN 54-24 certified loudspeaker.
• 800W Peak Power Handling: Handles 200W average, 400W continuous, and 800W peak power under IEC testing.
• 70V, 100V, or Low-Z Operation: Supports distributed commercial audio systems or direct 12-ohm amplifier connection.
• 120 dB Peak SPL: Provides substantial output for speech and music reinforcement in larger commercial spaces.
• Asymmetrical Vertical Coverage: Delivers +6°/-22° vertical dispersion with an -8° bias for targeted audience coverage.
• Black or White Finish: Offers RAL 9004 black and RAL 9003 white versions for architectural integration.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Passive column array loudspeaker
• Models: VLS15EN54 black / VLS15EN54WH white
• Certification: EN 54-24
• Speaker Configuration: 2-way column array
• Low-Frequency Drivers: 7 x 3.5" woofers
• High-Frequency Drivers: 8 x 1" metal-dome tweeters
• Frequency Response: 150 Hz to 30 kHz, ±3 dB
• Frequency Range: 110 Hz to 35 kHz, -10 dB
• Horizontal Dispersion: 130° at -6 dB
• Vertical Dispersion: +6° / -22° at -6 dB, -8° bias
• Average Power Handling: 200W
• Continuous Power Handling: 400W
• Peak Power Handling: 800W
• Recommended Amplifier Power: 600W at 8 ohms
• System Sensitivity: 91 dB at 1 m, low-impedance mode
• EN 54-24 Sensitivity: 76 dB at 4 m through transformer
• Nominal Impedance: 12 ohms in low-impedance mode
• Maximum SPL per EN 54-24: 96 dB at 4 m through transformer
• Rated Maximum SPL: 114 dB continuous / 120 dB peak at 1 m in low-impedance mode
• Crossover: Passive network using Focussed Asymmetrical Shaping Technology
• Crossover Point: 2.5 kHz
• Directivity Factor: 9.1 average from 1 kHz to 10 kHz
• Directivity Index: 9.6 dB average from 1 kHz to 10 kHz
• 70V Transformer Taps: 150W / 75W / 37.5W / 19W / 9.5W / 5W / off / low-impedance operation
• 100V Transformer Taps: 150W / 75W / 37.5W / 19W / 9.5W / off / low-impedance operation
• Coverage at 500 Hz: 226° H x 114° V
• Coverage at 1 kHz: 191° H x 57° V
• Coverage at 2 kHz: 131° H x 32° V
• Coverage at 4 kHz: 119° H x 27° V
• Connector: Barrier strip
• Wiring: Terminal 1+ / 2- input; 3- / 4+ link
• Construction: Aluminum extrusion
• Black Finish: RAL 9004
• White Finish: RAL 9003
• Grille: Powder-coated perforated steel
• Environmental Rating: IP64
• Environmental Resistance: Salt-spray and UV resistant
• Dimensions: 32.1" H x 4.8" W x 5.8" D
• Weight: 25.8 lb

What's In the Box

• Tannoy VLS 15 (EN 54) Passive Column Array Loudspeaker in selected color
• Flying bracket
• Wall-mount bracket
• Input-panel cover plate
• Cable gland