JBL Professional CONTROL 128-WT - Premium 8-Inch Wall Speaker (Pair)
The JBL Professional Control 128-WT is a premium, high-performance loudspeaker designed for in-wall installation, delivering exceptional sound quality with minimal visual impact. This package includes two units, providing a complete solution for stereo or distributed audio systems. Part of JBL's prestigious Control® Contractor series, the 128-WT is designed for demanding applications where clarity, frequency response, and reliability are paramount.
Featuring a two-way design, this speaker combines a powerful 8-inch woofer with a steerable titanium tweeter, delivering rich, detailed sound reproduction that spans from the deepest bass to the clearest treble. Its exceptional performance makes it the ideal choice for background or foreground music, public address systems, and sound reinforcement in high-end commercial and residential environments.
Main Features
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High-Performance Woofer: Equipped with a 200 mm (8 inch) polymer-coated aluminum cone and a pure butyl rubber surround. This construction ensures excellent rigidity for accurate and fast bass response, minimizing distortion even at high volumes.
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Titanium Dome Tweeter: The 25 mm (1 inch) tweeter with a pure titanium dome delivers crisp, detailed high-frequency reproduction. Its steerable design allows you to direct the sound towards the listening area to optimize stereo imaging and coverage.
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Professional Grade Crossover: Incorporates a high slope crossover filter that ensures a smooth and natural transition between the woofer and tweeter, resulting in exceptional vocal clarity and midrange reproduction.
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Integrated Transformer: The "T" suffix indicates the inclusion of a high-quality transformer for use in 70V and 100V distributed audio systems, with multiple selectable power taps. It can also operate in low impedance mode (8 ohms) for conventional systems.
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Integrated Design: It features an integrated steel back casing that provides optimized acoustic volume and sound isolation, ensuring consistent performance regardless of wall structure.
Benefits for the Installer and the Listener
For the listener, the Control 128-WT offers a high-fidelity sound experience that rivals that of traditional box speakers. Its wide frequency response, extending down to 38 Hz, provides robust and punchy bass, eliminating the need for a subwoofer in many background music applications. Clarity in the high and mid frequencies ensures excellent speech intelligibility and detailed musical reproduction.
For the installer, its design facilitates quick and safe assembly. The grille and frame can be painted to perfectly match any décor, achieving seamless architectural integration. Connection flexibility, compatible with both 70V/100V lines and 8-ohm systems, makes it versatile for a wide range of projects, from small rooms to large commercial installations.
Use Cases
- Background and foreground music systems in shops, restaurants and hotels.
- Boardrooms and conference rooms that require high voice intelligibility.
- Home theater surround sound systems such as front channels (LCR) or surround.
- Critical listening zones in museums, art galleries and lobbies.
- Audio installations in airports, convention centers and cruise ships.
- Classrooms, places of worship, and any public space that requires quality sound.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does this product include one or two speakers?
- This product is supplied in a package containing two (2) units of the JBL Control 128-WT speaker.
- Can I paint the grille?
- Yes, both the speaker grille and frame are paintable, allowing for seamless integration with any wall's aesthetic. A paint protector is included to facilitate the process.
- Do I need a specific amplifier?
- The speaker is very versatile. It can be used with a standard amplifier that supports an 8-ohm load, or in distributed audio systems thanks to its integrated transformer for 70V or 100V lines.
- What size cut do I need to make in the wall for installation?
- A cut measuring 300 mm high by 225 mm wide is required. The product includes a template to facilitate accurate cutting.
Project description
Pair of two-way wall-mounted speakers with a 200 mm (8") aluminum cone woofer and a 25 mm (1") adjustable titanium dome tweeter. Frequency response (-10 dB) from 38 Hz to 20 kHz and sensitivity of 90 dB. Power handling of 100 W (program) and 50 W (continuous pink noise). Includes a transformer for 70V (50W, 25W, 12W, 6W) and 100V (50W, 25W, 12W) lines, with a bypass for 8-ohm operation. Includes a steel rear enclosure and paintable metal grille. External dimensions: 334 x 257 x 110 mm. Cutout dimensions: 300 x 225 mm.
