JBL SKU 281WH

JBL Control 28-1 281WH Indoor/Outdoor Speaker, White

$688.52

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JBL CONTROL 28-1-WH Overview Designed by JBL , these Control 28-1 loudspeakers are two-way 8" indoor/outdoor monitors featuring weather-protected circuitry, natural and powerful representations of the frequency spectrum, white enclosures, and JBL's proprietary InvisiBall mounting hardware. This hardware allows you to install the speakers through a hidden access point behind its logo badge.

JBL CONTROL 28-1-WH Overview

Designed by JBL, these Control 28-1 loudspeakers are two-way 8" indoor/outdoor monitors featuring weather-protected circuitry, natural and powerful representations of the frequency spectrum, white enclosures, and JBL's proprietary InvisiBall mounting hardware. This hardware allows you to install the speakers through a hidden access point behind its logo badge. As such, the Control 28-1 suitable for venues, health clubs, theme parks, cafes, or anywhere where foreground/background music—and paging—is a necessity.

These monitors are capable of handling 240W of programmatic material at 8 Ohms, and feature a built-in multi-tap transformer for operation on distributed speaker lines. With an SPL of 112 dB, you can blast these speakers pretty loudly as well, while their cone geometry ensures a pleasurable listening experience in both on- and off-axis situations. Additionally, their PEI diaphragms render a smooth high-frequency response. But sound is not the only consideration: Kapton voice coil formers, JBL's WeatherEdge rubberized extensions, and a durable cabinet construction provide protection against heat, rain, wind, or anything else the elements might throw at you in the coming years.

Also, while the Control 28-1 comes in a white finish, it doesn't have to stay that way: these speakers accept a variety of finishes and pigments to match any surrounding.

Key Features

  • 8" woofers with woven fiberglass cone
  • 1" PEI diaphragm tweeters with fluid cooling
  • Built-in InvisiBall mounting hardware
  • Weather-resistant enclosure and transducers
  • 100° x 100° coverage
  • 240W power handling of programmatic material in direct 8 Ohms setting, plus built-in multi-tap transformers
  • Frequency response of 45 Hz to 20 kHz.

JBL CONTROL 28-1-WH Specs

Active or Passive Passive
Speaker Configuration 2-Way
Power Handling For 100 Hours:
90 W RMS
360 W Peak
For 2 Hours:
240 W Program
120 W RMS
480 W Peak
Constant Voltage / Transformer Taps 100 V:
60 / 30 / 15 W or 8 Ohms Bypass
70 V:
60 / 30 / 15 / 7.5 W or 8 Ohms Bypass
Impedance 8 Ohms (Thru Setting)

Drivers

HF Driver 1" / 25 mm PEI Tweeter
LF Driver 8" / 20 cm Fiberglass Woofer

Performance

Frequency Response 45 Hz to 20 kHz ±10 dB
62 Hz to 16 kHz ±3 dB
Sensitivity 91 dB
Coverage Angle 100° H x 100° V
Directivity 7.3 (Directivity/Q Factor)
8.3 dB (Directivity Index)
Crossover Low-Pass:
12 dB/Octave
High-Pass:
6 dB/Octave
Recommended High-Pass Filter 15 / 7.5 W, Low-Z:
45 Hz, 24 dB/Octave
30 W:
55 Hz, 24 dB/Octave
60 W:
65 Hz, 24 dB/Octave
Maximum Input Voltage 27.5 V RMS
55 V Peak
Transformer Insertion Loss <0.94 dB

Connectivity

I/O Connectors Screw Terminal
Maximum Wire Gauge 12 AWG / 2.5 mm

Environmental

Certifications RoHS, UL, as per Manufacturer
IP Rating IP44

Physical

Color White
Construction Material High-Impact Polystyrene, Metal Grille
Dimensions 15.2 x 11.1 x 8.6" / 386 x 282 x 219 mm
Weight 15 lb / 6.8 kg

Packaging Info

Package Weight 34 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 22 x 17 x 13"

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