JBL Professional AC26-WH - Ultra-compact 2-way passive loudspeaker (white) with 2 x 165 mm and 90° x 90° coverage

JBL Professional AC26-WH - Ultra-compact 2-way passive loudspeaker (white) with 2 x 165 mm and 90° x 90° coverage

The JBL Professional AC26-WH is the white finish version of the renowned AE Compact series installation loudspeaker. It combines a discreet form factor with high performance thanks to its 2-way architecture, which integrates two 165 mm (6.5") woofers with SFG™ technology and a 25 mm (1") compression driver mounted on a 90° x 90° PT™ waveguide for even coverage and natural response. Its plywood enclosure with DuraFlex™ finish and steel grille incorporates fabric backing on the white units to maintain aesthetics. Professional connectivity offers dual Speakon® NL4 in parallel and a covered screw terminal block , while installation is versatile thanks to its multiple M8/M6 points compatible with U-bracket, OmniMount®/MultiMount® hardware and floor accessories. With a nominal impedance of 8 Ω , sensitivity of 92 dB and a maximum calculated SPL of 117 dB , the AC26-WH is ideal for theatres, houses of worship, auditoriums, hospitality and retail applications where a powerful, reliable and low visual intrusion solution is required.

Main features

• Architecture: 2-way passive system with dual 165mm and 25mm compression driver (1" exit).
• Consistent Coverage: 90° x 90° PT™ waveguide for consistent coverage.
• Acoustic performance: response 70 Hz – 18 kHz (±3 dB) , range 55 Hz – 20 kHz (−10 dB) , 92 dB (1 W/1 m) and 117 dB SPL max. (1 m, calc.).
• Recommended power: 350 W AES and 180/360/720 W (continuous/program/peak, IEC).
• Impedance: nominal 8 Ω ; passive crossover at 2.2 kHz .
• Construction and Finish: Multi-layer plywood enclosure with DuraFlex™ and steel grille; white (-WH) unit with interior fabric mesh for visual uniformity.
• Flexible installation: 6 x M8 (1 top, 3 bottom, 2 rear) + 4 x M6 rear (OmniMount® 30.0/MultiMount®). Compatible with MTU-26 U-bracket and floor stand accessories (Ultimate Support™ BMB-200K/K&M 195/8).
• Connectivity: 2 x Speakon® NL4 in parallel + covered CE terminal block (NL4 +1/−1 in parallel with terminal block; +2/−2 loop-through).
• Environmental protection: IPx3 and Mil-Std 810 ; WRC/WRX versions available for demanding outdoor environments.
• Dimensions and weight: 539.8 × 199.4 × 226.1 mm (H × W × D); 11.0 kg .
• System integration: Official Crown presets (I-Tech HD, DCi, CDi) and EASE GLL/CLF files for simulation.

Product benefits

• Discreet aesthetics in visible installations: The white (-WH) finish with fabric mesh behind the grille maintains visual uniformity on light walls and ceilings.
• More punch in a compact format: the dual 6.5" arrangement improves bass/midrange response without increasing the footprint.
• Controlled 90° x 90° coverage: minimizes overlaps and facilitates designs with fewer boxes.
• Fast and reliable deployment: Professional connectors, versatile hardware, and factory presets simplify installation and setup.
• Ready for varied conditions: IPx3/Mil-Std 810 specifications and WRC/WRX options for projects in challenging environments.

Use cases

• Theaters, auditoriums and multipurpose rooms that require low visual intrusion.
• Places of worship, educational centers and conference rooms.
• Hotels, retail, restaurants and corporate spaces.
• Reinforcement under balconies, column or wall mounts, and spot coverage areas.

Compatibility and accessories

• Available presets: libraries for Crown I-Tech HD , DCi and CDi .
• Simulation: EASE GLL and CLF files updated.
• Hardware: MTU-26 U-bracket; compatibility with OmniMount® 30.0 and MultiMount® MM-022-BT/MM-024-BT/MM-020-CM ; BMB-200K or K&M 195/8 foot accessories.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is the diffuser rotatable? No. The AC26/AC26-WH has a fixed 90° x 90° coverage.
• Can it be used outdoors? The standard version is IPx3 compliant. For direct exposure or harsh environments, use the WRC/WRX versions .
• What amplifier power should you choose? A power amp that delivers between 360 and 700 W at 8 Ω per channel provides adequate headroom, preferably with the recommended presets .
• Does it include a bracket? No. The MTU-26 and other hardware must be purchased separately.

Description for projects

2-way passive loudspeaker in white (-WH) finish with 2 × 165 mm (JBL 226J) and 25 mm (2414H) compression on 90° × 90° PT™ guide. Response 70 Hz–18 kHz (±3 dB), range 55 Hz–20 kHz (−10 dB), sensitivity 92 dB (1 W/1 m), max. SPL 117 dB (1 m, calc.), impedance 8 Ω, power 350 W AES and 180/360/720 W IEC, crossover 2.2 kHz. Connectors 2 × NL4 in parallel + CE terminal block. Mounting points: 6 × M8 and 4 × M6 (OmniMount®/MultiMount®). Dimensions 539.8 × 199.4 × 226.1 mm; Weight 11.0 kg; IPx3/Mil-Std 810. EASE GLL/CLF files and presets available.