JBL PROFESSIONAL CONTROL 24CT MICROPLUS - High-Performance Compact Ceiling Speaker (Pair)
The JBL Control 24CT MicroPlus is a two-way ceiling speaker designed to deliver high-fidelity sound reproduction in a compact, low-profile form factor. This system is the perfect solution for applications requiring background music and public address systems with superior audio quality and exceptionally wide coverage. Thanks to its intelligent design and high-quality components, the Control 24CT MicroPlus blends discreetly into any environment, ensuring a clear, natural, and immersive listening experience throughout the listening area.
Equipped with a 4.5-inch (115 mm) injection-molded graphite cone woofer and a 0.5-inch (12 mm) polycarbonate tweeter, this speaker delivers a smooth, extended frequency response from 80 Hz to 25 kHz. Its key advantage is its 150° conical coverage pattern, which allows for fewer speakers to be used to cover a given area, optimizing costs while maintaining uniform sound distribution. The integrated 25 W multi-outlet transformer facilitates its use in 70 V and 100 V distributed line systems, making it extremely versatile for commercial installations of any size.
Main Features
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Extra Wide Conical Coverage: Its 150° dispersion ensures homogeneous sound distribution, ideal for covering large areas with fewer units and without dead spots.
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Superior Sound Quality: Incorporates a 4.5" graphite woofer and a 0.5" polycarbonate tweeter that provide a full and natural frequency response, with low distortion.
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Integrated Transformer for 70V/100V Lines: Equipped with a high-quality 25W transformer with 25W, 12W and 6W sockets (for 70V), giving it great flexibility in distributed commercial installations.
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Low Profile Design: With a depth of only 105 mm, it is perfect for installations in ceilings with limited space.
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Quick and Easy Installation: Supplied as a complete kit including grille, steel back can and rails for easy and secure mounting, without needing to access the top of the roof.
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Robust and Safe Construction: The steel back box and fire-resistant polystyrene baffle (UL94V-O) make it suitable for use in air handling units (plenums), complying with UL2043 regulations.
Benefits for the Installer and the User
The Control 24CT MicroPlus stands out not only for its sound performance but also for its ease of integration. The all-in-one package simplifies the purchasing and installation process, saving time and effort. Its high-fidelity sound is consistent with other models in the JBL Control Contractor series, allowing you to combine different speakers in the same system without complex equalization. For the end user, the result is a pleasant and professional sound environment, with clear background music and intelligible announcements, enhancing the experience in any commercial space.
Use Cases
This speaker is the ideal choice for a wide variety of commercial applications where sound quality and discretion are essential. It's perfect for:
- Restaurants and cafes
- Shops and retail businesses
- Professional offices and waiting rooms
- Airports and transit zones
- Hotel lobbies and corridors
- Convention centers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this product sold individually or in pairs?
This product, with the reference CONTROL-24CT-MICRO-P, is supplied in a package containing two speaker units (a pair).
Do I need a special amplifier for these speakers?
Yes, being a passive speaker with a transformer, it requires an amplifier compatible with 70V or 100V distributed line systems.
Can the grille be painted?
Yes, both the grille and the baffle are paintable so they can perfectly match the decor of any space.
Are they suitable for environments with low ceilings?
Absolutely. Their low-profile design with a mounting depth of only 105 mm makes them ideal for ceilings with limited space.
What does the installation package include?
The package includes everything needed for a standard installation: the two speakers, grilles, backcans, C-brackets, and ceiling tile rails.
Project description
This passive two-way ceiling speaker features a 115 mm (4.5 inch) graphite cone woofer and a 12 mm (0.5 inch) polycarbonate tweeter. It offers a frequency response (-10 dB) of 80 Hz to 25 kHz and a sensitivity of 85 dB SPL (1W/1m). It has a 150° conical coverage angle. An integrated transformer is included for 70V (25W, 12W, 6W) and 100V (25W, 12W) power supplies. The mounting depth is 105 mm. It comes with a steel rear enclosure, grille, and mounting rails.
