Riot-12P - 12 Inch Passive 2-Way 800 Watt PA /DJ Speaker Cabinet

When you need a workhorse PA speaker that won't leave you scrambling for backup gear mid-gig, the Riot-12P delivers the kind of reliable performance that keeps your shows running smooth. This passive 2-way cabinet handles 400 watts RMS (800 peak) and pumps out 121dB max SPL — enough clean volume to fill a 200-person room without breaking a sweat.

The 12-inch woofer packs a hefty 50 oz magnet with a 2.5-inch voice coil that gives you solid punch in the lows, while the 1.35-inch titanium compression driver cuts through even the muddiest stage mix. That wide dispersion horn means everyone in the room hears your vocals clearly, not just the people standing dead center. At 93dB sensitivity, these speakers are efficient enough to work with most power amps you'll encounter at venues.

The angled cabinet design makes these speakers pull double duty — they work equally well as mains on poles or wedged on the floor as monitors. The ABS molded construction with textured coating takes the kind of beating you'll dish out loading in and out of dive bars and church basements. Dual Speakon connectors mean secure connections and easy daisy-chaining when you need more coverage.

At 36 pounds each, they're not featherweights, but they're manageable for one person to carry. The frequency response runs 50Hz to 20kHz, so you get full-range coverage without needing a sub for most gigs — though electronic music and hip-hop will still want that extra low-end extension.

**Bottom line:** If you're a working musician, mobile DJ, or small venue that needs dependable PA speakers without the premium price tag, the Riot-12P handles everything from acoustic duo sets to full rock bands with the kind of reliability that keeps your reputation intact.

Technical Specifications

• Peak Power: 800 Watts
• RMS Power: 400 Watts
• Woofer: 12" with 50 oz magnet, 2.5" voice coil
• HF Driver: 1.35" titanium compression driver with wide dispersion horn
• Frequency Response: 50Hz - 20kHz
• Max SPL: 121dB
• Sensitivity: 93dB (1m/1w)
• Impedance: 8 Ohms
• Crossover Frequency: 2.5 kHz
• THD: ≤ 0.05%
• Inputs: Speakon input
• Outputs: Speakon output
• Cabinet Construction: ABS molded with textured coating
• Dimensions: 13.5" x 14.5" x 25.25"
• Weight: 35.9 lbs
• Pole Mount: Yes
• Warranty: One Year
• Recommended For: Live sound, DJ systems, floor monitors, church PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What power amp should I pair with the Riot-12P?

You'll want an amp that delivers 400-600 watts RMS at 8 ohms. This gives you clean headroom without risking speaker damage from an underpowered amp being pushed into clipping. Most QSC, Crown, or Seismic Audio power amps in this range will match well.

Can these work as both mains and monitors?

Absolutely. The angled cabinet design makes them work great as floor wedges, and the wide dispersion horn gives even coverage across the stage. Many bands run these as their entire PA system — mains on poles for the audience, extras on the floor for monitoring.

Do I need Speakon cables or will 1/4-inch work?

You need Speakon-to-Speakon speaker cables — standard 1/4-inch cables won't connect to these speakers. The dual Speakon connectors let you daisy-chain multiple cabinets from one amp output, which is handy for expanding your system.

Will I need a subwoofer for most gigs?

For rock, country, jazz, and most acoustic music, the 50Hz low-end extension handles bass guitar and kick drum just fine. But if you're doing electronic music, hip-hop, or any genre that relies heavily on sub-bass, you'll want to add a dedicated subwoofer to get that chest-thumping low end.