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Harbinger

Description

Packing a hefty 400W of clean, articulate Class-D amplification, the V1012 active loudspeaker is designed to bring more power and exceptional sound to your next gig or rehearsal. This robust 2-way enclosure features a 12" low-frequency driver and a 1.35 in. compression driver, plus a built-in 2-channel mixer with 2-band EQ. It also offers an advanced limiter with a clip indicator to protect your system and maintain pristine sound. Thanks to its XLR balanced line level output, you can link multiple speakers together for wall-to-wall coverage — perfect for anyone who needs venue-filling power and detail. 

Harbinger VARI V1012 12" Active Loudspeaker
Harbinger VARI V1012 12" Active Loudspeaker
Harbinger VARI V1012 12" Active Loudspeaker

Features

  • 400 watts, Class-D amplification

  • 12 in. driver with 1.35 in. compression driver
  • 2-input mixer
  • Rugged, full-grille design
  • Signal Clip LED on back
  • 2-band EQ
  • Limiter with clip indicator
  • Top and side handles
  • 1-3/8 in. pole mount
  • Ch 1 mic/line sensitivity switch with XLR and 1/4 in. jacks
  • Ch 2 Line input with XLR and RCA jacks
  • 1/8 in. aux input for MP3 players
  • XLR line level output to link speakers

warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Lead, which is known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Reviews

4.28

43 Reviews

87%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

I definitely will recommend this awesome speakers!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Even coverage of the range, excellent power for the money

Most of my gigs rely on smaller equipment, for convenience and to provide more coverage at less volume (the Kustom PA-50 is a great example). I needed an inexpensive, lightweight active cabinet to flesh out the bottom end in some scenarios and have been pleased enough with these that now I have four. They get used in corporate gigs, banquets, small clubs, and once in a school. No steep learning curve when I have to loan them out, and so far they've performed well even in a little weather (and one color fight). Great value, great sound.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

"For the money"

I was so excited to come home and unbox these bad boys!!! I'm a part time guy. Just starting back, so I needed the "just starting back" type of speaker. 5 things I like 1. price 2 Weight 3 ease of use 4. they look good 5 nice range of sound. Plenty of highs and lows. Dislikes? 1. they are noisy. even when I didn't have anything plugged into them there was a SLIGHT buzz or Humm on 1 and a much more noticble buzz on the other one. The Buzz wouldn't go away . stayed constant even when the volume gain and tone controls were all the way turned down. 2. the volume just isn't what they claim it is. Two of these as Mains Might fill a medium sized club. But as Monitors they will be sufficient 3. cheap knobs that feel loose.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Performances22
  2. Outdoor Events / Games18
  3. Home Studio15
  4. Pro Audio / DJ / Mixing12
  5. Amateur Recording3
Cons
  1. Poor Sound Quality5
  2. Bulky/Heavy4
  3. Not Durable3
  4. Limited Functions2
  5. Unreliable2
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced19
  2. Professional Musician11
  3. Novice2
Pros
  1. Good Audio25
  2. Easy To Use24
  3. Lightweight23
  4. Compact19
  5. Versatile16

Reviewed by 43 customers

  • Budget friendly

    3

    submitteda year ago

    byAL

    fromSaucier, Ms

    Use these for live acoustic solo performances. Bought 1 year ago. The HF driver went out. Cheap part. Easy to replace. Simple effecient design.

  • Greate On Sale

    4

    submitted2 years ago

    byJohn

    fromCA

    This amp is very portable (small, lightweight) and the sound quality is actually pretty good. Obviously, I wouldn't compare this to JBL, Bose, QSC, etc, but it definitely sounds better than what you might expect at this price point. That being said, I would not buy this speaker at full price. The only downside of this speaker is that isn't very loud. At 140W RMS, it isn't loud enough to keep up with amps that are cranked or a loud rock drummer. I use it for jamming with some friends at low-moderate volume, we never use earplugs. I have also used it for karaoke and it worked well. So I would recommend this speaker, but only on sale. I bought this when it was 50% off (haven't seen it at that price since) and I think it was worth it. But if you're willing to spend $200-$250, I would look into other speakers.

  • Decent speaker, but not powerful enough

    2

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byRob

    fromConnecticut

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Overall this speaker didn't work out for us, it didn't have enough power, we maxed it out and it was clipping. We decided to go with something else.

  • Great speakers

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byLee

    fromFayetteville, Ga.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I'm using as a monitor for my Hx stomp. Use one at church and have one at home and they sound great.

  • Better than ok for the price, but not up to QSC or EV levels

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJeff

    fromHouston, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    When these go on sale, they are a steal. Sound is more than acceptable in relation to the price, just don't expect these to compete with higher end speakers. They work well for practices, as monitors, and relatively low volume applications. After my son "borrowed" mine, I bought more.

  • Good value

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byKevin

    fromBelleville Illinois

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I bought this to compliment my Harbinger MLS1000 array system as either a monitor or for supplemental power and range for outdoors. My first gig with it was outdoors and it worked beautifully. It passes along a true sound from the main and the connection is a breeze using a standard mic/cannon cable. Couldn't be happier with it so far.

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byBen

    fromPortland, ME

    Is 400W the peak power or RMS?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Peak. It's 140 W RMS

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked bywendell

    fromConway SC

    Will they work well as monitors? I just ordered 3 of them

    Open Reply - Beau
    These loudspeakers will work well as monitors.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byDPjazzermom

    fromOrange County CA

    What are the dimensions of this speaker and how much does it weigh?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    27 x 17.5 x 14.5 in and it weighs 33.85 lbs

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked bySchlosser

    fromNew Orleans

    Can I use this for my turntable?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes, this will be compatible

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byMichael

    fromAL

    Does this speaker come with a stand?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This does not come with a stand

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byRay

    fromfort worth tx.

    can a guitar or mic be plugged in to the Harbinger Vari V1012 12 in. Active Loudspeaker and be used as an amplifier?

    Open Reply - Gear-Head
    Yes it can, however, it won't sound similar a guitar amplifier due to the shape of sound the speakers produced. I'd recommend this type of setting for an acoustic guitar.