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

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″