the box pro MBA1

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Mobile Battery-Operated Active Speaker

  • Suitable for music, voice and instrument playback
  • With Bluetooth and 2-speaker mode
  • If a Bluetooth connection to an MBA1 exists and a second is switched on within the Bluetooth range, it automatically connects to the Bluetooth source
  • Equipment: 8" Woofers and 1" broadband tweeter
  • Class D power amplifier
  • Power: 150 W RMS / 300 W peak
  • 120 DB max SPL and 95 dB SPL (1W / 1m)
  • Frequency range: 50 - 20,000 Hz
  • 3 Preset modes: Music, speech and guitar
  • 2 XLR/jack combo Mic/Line inputs
  • 1 RCA stereo input
  • 3.5 mm mini jack AUX input
  • Bluetooth
  • XLR line output
  • Battery life: 4 Hours at medium power
  • Battery: 26 V, 3600 mAh
  • Charge indicator
  • USB charging socket: 5 V / 2 A
  • Current consumption: 210 W
  • 2x 35 mm speaker pole mounts 0° / 7°
  • Dimensions: (W x D x H): 288 x 335 x 362
  • Weight: 8.3 kg
  • Suitable replacement battery: Art.502692 (not included)
  • Suitable cover: Art.504160 (not included)
  • Suitable bag: Art.504865 (not included)
  • Suitable case: Art.506019 (not included)
Available since September 2020
Item number 480782
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Power (Manufacturers Specs) 300 W
Bass Speaker in Inch 8"
Ways 2-Way
Colour Black
Weight 8,3 kg
Housing Material Plastic
Analog Inputs 3
Microphone Input 2
Line Out XLR
Media Player BT
Remote Control No
Effects Yes
Low Cut No
Monitor Angle Yes
Width 288 mm
RMS Power 120 W
Depth 335 mm
Sound Pressure in dB 120 dB
Height 362 mm
Number of HT Speaker 1
Number of HT-Speaker 1
Number of HT Speakers 1
Numbers of HT Speaker 1
HT Speaker in Inch 1
Number of Midrange Speaker 0
Midrange Speaker in Inch without
Number of Bass Speaker 1
Number of Bass Speakers 1
Accu Yes
Batterie Info 26V, 3600mAh - up to 4 Hours
Battery Information 26V, 3600mAh - up to 4 Hours
Batterie Information 26V, 3600mAh - up to 4 Hours
Construction Standard
Stand Flange 35 mm
Flyable No
Construction Type Standard
Using for PA
Line Input No
EQ per Channel 1
Microphon Input 2
True Wireless Stereo 1
Ground Lift 1
Effect 1
Voice Assistant No
Wireless Mic Handheld / Handheld No
Handheld / Headset No
Beam Angle Ver 70 °
Frequency Range (-10dB) from 50 Hz
Wireless Mic Handhleld / Headset No
Frequency Range (-10dB) to 20000 Hz
Frequency Range (-3dB) from 50 Hz
Frequency Range (-3dB) to 20000 Hz
Voice Assistent No
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Battery-powered active speaker

The MBA1 from the box pro is a mobile, battery-powered active speaker for a wide range of applications. Its built-in lithium-ion battery with a 3,600mAh capacity provides enough power for roughly four hours of operation and takes just two-and-a-half hours to charge. Four LEDs on the rear panel indicate the current charge level. The MBA1’s black polymer housing contains a two-way speaker system which includes an eight-inch woofer and a one-each tweeter, both driven by a 120W (RMS) amplifier. All of the necessary connections and controls are also conveniently located on the back of the speaker.

the box pro MBA1 battery speaker

Built-in three-channel mixer

In addition to the power inlet for mains operation and battery charging, the MBA1 also features a comprehensively equipped three-channel mixer. The first two channels are equipped with mic/line sockets that allow both XLR and 6.35mm (1/4”) TRS connectors to be used for input signals. They are switchable between line and mic levels and have separate volume, treble, and bass controls. The level of reverb can also be adjusted on each channel via its dedicated knob. The third channel is stereo and, in addition to its RCA and mini-jack connections, also enables wireless connection via Bluetooth. The MBA1 also has a USB port that can be used, for example, for powering mobile phones or other devices used to play back music.

mixer on the back of the the box pro MBA1

Sonic versatility

Extensive connection and control options are just one of this speaker’s many great features. Its broad frequency response, spanning 50Hz to 20kHz, is also noteworthy and perfectly suited to many different situations. Three built-in presets – Music, Vocal, and Guitar – are available for further fine-tuning of the sound and allow the speaker's characteristics to be effortlessly adapted to a number of given applications without any prior knowledge of sound engineering. Should more than one speaker be required at an event, the XLR output on the rear panel can be used to route the mix of all the input channels to additional speakers.

Front grille and logo on the box pro MBA1

About the box pro

For over 20 years, products from the box pro have enriched Thomann’s comprehensive range. If you are looking for small robust speakers, drum monitor systems, active bass speakers, column systems, active full-range speakers, line arrays, or limiters at a reasonable price, you can be sure that the box pro has you covered. These products are made exclusively by renowned companies who also manufacture products for other well-known brands – so if you are looking for brand quality at a budget-friendly price, you are certainly in good hands with around 200 articles from the box pro.

A real workhorse

Its versatility and excellent price-performance ratio make the box pro’s MBA1 an ideal companion for day-to-day use. For clubs, churches, and other organisations, it provides a simple and straightforward solution for numerous tasks – such as public address, youth work, and simply providing background music during events. The MBA1 can be connected to many different sound sources and will always guarantee an optimum sound thanks to its easily accessible sound presets. For quick and easy positioning, the MBA1’s housing also features a slanted rear surface as well as two 35mm stand flanges, with angles of 0° and 7° respectively, set into the base.

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Suits You Sir
Neil P. 15.02.2022
This'll do! I have been checking out quite rigorously the usual suspects for a battery speaker of this type. I had a good listen to a Bose S1 and a JBL Eon One Compact. Both those speakers I thought were near hopeless. Don't get me wrong the JBL is nicely balanced in sound and has useful functions and the Bose is small and well made and sounds fairly good. Both though are not up to the task due to very little headroom. They just are not LOUD speakers! I even bought the JBL partybox 100 and 110 as alternatives but they too just didn't have enough oompf (plus the compression on the mic signal was a pain in the rear for me......I just don't need that thanks) amongst other things. So shortcomings and size (some are just a bit too big) made me keep looking elsewhere. Finally I took the plunge and bought one of these MBA1’s and I think I will be happy with this little pugilist. It's smallish, it's loud, it sounds good, it looks good and by golly it is good! With regard to the sound all frequencies in the spectrum are well represented including the all important bass. I ran some test tones through it starting from high bass (100hz) to low. I was not surprised that it started tailing off at 60hz and 50z but I was more surprised that it seemed to get a second wind and produce some signal all the way down to 40hz. I did not expect that! Of course it was curtailed at those frequencies but it was at least there and intelligible. Good job T Box or Thomann or those (relatively) good folk in China! There is plenty of gain on the mic channels and what is even better is the few mics I tried all sounded good. I tried a cheap Fostex dynamic, a cheap Fifine wireless and a cheap condenser and finally a not so cheap Rode M3 (with a wireless Fun Generation adapter). Everything sounded good to me and I'm a fairly picky vocalist with a bass baritone voice. A lot of preamps sound wanting to me at times but I felt immediately at home with the speakers vocal reproduction. What a result! Placed on the floor the unit sounds a bit too bassy but that is just the boundary reinforcement after all. On a stand everything is fine. I tried this unit out at home in a 15x10 non reflective room with a concrete floor. On a stand it's nicely balanced and it sounds together and controlled.
The so called reverb sucks of course but it's marginally better than nothing. As someone else mentioned the rubber bits on the bottom seem woeful and one in particular is starting to come away. It was like this out of the box. Again up against the Bose S1 and the JBL Compact this MBA1 does sound less refined but that refinement means nothing if the audience can't hear you properly. This MBA1 sounds like a good quality PA speaker which is what it is. It's slightly peaky and hard in the midrange like most highly responsive PA speakers are but that quality helps it to cut through and carry. I really like this speaker and I'm already very glad that I chose it. Considering that it is half the price of most of the competitors it is a steal. Factor in that you can easily buy a replacement battery (or if push comes to shove make up your own) this means your investment can potentially continue to keep earning you many shekels for many years.
I can't wait to use this in anger. You can't say fairer than that!
Please note that I do own the Maui 5 Go (x2) and the JBL Eon One Pro as well as a Citronic Neolith so I know what battery speakers can be capable of. I also own a LOT of other speakers so I have plenty to compare this MBA1 to. If I didn’t say it before it does get uncomfortably loud in my 15x10 room. The Bose and The JBL are in contrast just a pleasant listen that certainly doesn’t challenge your ears in terms of level. I’ve just saved myself 250 quid. I’m off to the bookies!
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For Bass
Silvers 01.10.2020
From a bass player comparing the Bose S1 the MBA1... the MBA1 handles bass better. Still its easy to overdrive the speaker if not careful. Same can be said for the Bose though. At a comparative volume level though the MBA1 has a deeper cleaner tone for bass.
A normal acoustic guitar I would use the Bose....bass I would use the MBA1.
Would be nice to see more of these kind of battery cabs dedicated to bass though.... and not just for guitar
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Luke Uke 02.09.2021
I am so dissatisfied with the reverb, it is very poor even turned to full. It’s totally lost when the music kicks in.
Sadly I tried to return it after the 30 day satisfaction time. I explained I had not used this speaker after purchasing it in June 21 until late august . I used it singing but the reverb was totally lost. Not what I thought I was buying
I was offered no consideration as a customer of over 20 yrs. Other then it’s outside the 30 day satisfaction time. Not happy.
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Seems pretty legit so far
Paul592 03.07.2021
I have had this amp for about a week now and I've tested it out at home a bit in preparation for some gigs and maybe busking.

Pro's:
- Cost
- Loud
- Lightweight
- Decent overall sound
- Battery seems good so far

Cons:
- At certain frequencies the amp barks unpleasantly, especially "s" sounds
- The "reverb" isn't actually reverb its a short delay!!!
- The bass levels are a bit uncontrollable sometimes

Overall I'm fairly happy with this amp for the price, but I really wish the reverb was a reverb, even a generic digital hall sound is better than the cheap sounding delay that it has. I was disapppointed by that cos I really wanted reverb on the vocals not delay.

For the money this could be the best one for small gigs or busking (even though in the manual they say not to use it outside... But surely that's the whole point of a portable speaker?!?!)

EDIT: It's been about 2 weeks now and all of the rubber stand offs on the bottom have come off! They used the weakest glue I've ever seen. I can literally peel it off with my fingers. BAD
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