FBT Ventis 112

FBT Ventis: a workhorse speaker, built to last

The FBT Ventis 112 fits a typically "field" approach: a versatile passive speaker designed to withstand the demands of stage use, mobile gigs, and fixed installations. Its 12-inch 2-way Bass Reflex format aims for a balance between solid low-end, midrange definition, and clarity in the highs, while maintaining a transportable size.

With an RMS power of 150 W (and 600 W Peak) and a nominal impedance of 8 ohms, it naturally fits into a modular sound reinforcement setup: you choose amplification, filtering, and processing based on your context (small FOH system, monitors, fill reinforcement, multipurpose room).

Intended uses and users

The Ventis 112 is aimed at musicians, contractors, and sound engineers seeking a 12-inch passive speaker capable of multiple roles: main PA in small to medium venues, reinforcement speaker, or stage monitor depending on system configuration. Its 98 dB sensitivity helps achieve a good sound level with reasonable amplification, while retaining useful headroom.

For installations, its 15 mm birch plywood enclosure and mounting options (M10 inserts, 35 mm pole mount, optional swivel bracket) facilitate integration: on stands, suspended, or fixed with appropriate accessories. For mobile gigs, the two handles simplify handling, and the size remains practical for transport and storage.

Design, recommended settings, and key performance points

2-way Bass Reflex architecture: balance between impact and definition

The Ventis 112 combines a 12-inch (305 mm) woofer with a 2.5-inch (63.5 mm) voice coil and a 1-inch (25 mm) tweeter with a 1.4-inch (35 mm) voice coil. This configuration is designed to deliver a solid low-midrange (useful for vocals, guitar, keyboards) and precise transient response, while maintaining a frequency response suited for music program playback.

The crossover frequency is specified at 1.6 kHz, a common choice to maintain good integration between the presence range (essential for intelligibility) and the horn's directivity zone, ensuring a homogeneous sound in the listening area.

Controlled coverage: rotatable horn and 80deg x 50deg dispersion

The 80deg horizontal and 50deg vertical dispersion, combined with a rotatable horn, allows optimizing coverage depending on placement. On the front, you aim for controlled projection to limit unwanted reflections; in installations, you adjust orientation to cover the useful area without excess. This feature is especially valuable when the same speaker must serve in varied configurations.

System optimization: recommended amplification and filtering

FBT recommends 300 W RMS amplification, which is a healthy practice to maintain dynamic headroom and limit distortion in real use. To protect the low end and stabilize behavior at high power, a high-pass filter is recommended: HP 45 Hz with a slope of 12 to 24 dB per octave. For external processing, using the recommended external filter (FBT DLM26) is advised, useful if you want fine control (equalization, protection, alignment with subwoofers, preset management depending on your contexts).

15 mm birch plywood enclosure and mounting options

The 15 mm birch plywood enclosure aims for rigidity and durability, providing a more stable response than lighter cabinets when volume increases. For integration, you have 3 M10 inserts, a 35 mm pole mount, and compatibility with an optional swivel bracket sold separately (VN-U112). This setup allows building a coherent system, whether for mobile use or permanent sound reinforcement.

Technical specifications

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Model	FBT Ventis 112	Tweeter	1 inch (25 mm), 1.4-inch (35 mm) voice coil
Type	passive speaker	Dispersion	80deg H x 50deg V, rotatable horn
Ways	2-way	Frequency response	55 Hz to 18 kHz
Configuration	2-way Bass Reflex	Crossover frequency	1.6 kHz
Design and manufacturing	Italian	Recommended high-pass filter	HP 45 Hz, 12-24 dB per octave
Manufacturer reference	40681	Recommended external filter	FBT DLM26
Color	black	Nominal impedance	8 ohms
RMS Power	150 W	Input connectors	2 x Speakon
Peak Power	600 W	Enclosure material	15 mm birch plywood
Recommended amplifier	300 W RMS	Mounting	3 x M10 inserts, 35 mm pole mount
Sensitivity	98 dB	Installation	optional swivel bracket sold separately (VN-U112)
Max peak SPL	129 dB	Handling	2 handles
Woofer	12 inches (305 mm), 2.5-inch (63.5 mm) voice coil