JBL PROFESSIONAL CONTROL 42C - Ultra-Compact Satellite Ceiling Speaker
The JBL Control 42C is an ultra-compact satellite speaker designed specifically for ceiling installation, offering a high-fidelity audio solution with minimal visual impact. This speaker is designed to work in perfect synergy with the Control 40CS/T ceiling subwoofer, creating a complete and balanced subwoofer-satellite sound system. The combination of these elements results in an exceptionally natural, powerful, and wide-bandwidth sound experience, ideal for commercial and residential environments that demand superior audio quality without compromising the aesthetics of the space. Its sleek and understated industrial design allows for seamless integration into any décor, from luxury stores and restaurants to boardrooms and modern homes.
Built with high-quality materials, the Control 42C features a 60 mm (2.5-inch) transducer with a polypropylene cone and butyl rubber surround, ensuring a long lifespan and clear, distortion-free sound reproduction. Its copper-clad aluminum voice coil, mounted on a vented aluminum former, contributes to low distortion and excellent heat dissipation. With a nominal impedance of 16 ohms, up to four units can be connected in parallel to a standard amplifier, simplifying installation in distributed audio systems.
Main Features
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Ultra-compact and discreet design: With a diameter of only 127 mm, it integrates almost invisibly into any ceiling, maintaining the aesthetics of the environment.
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High Fidelity Sound: Optimized for mid and high frequencies, it offers exceptional clarity in voices and music when combined with a subwoofer.
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60mm (2.5") Transducer: Equipped with a polypropylene cone and butyl rubber suspension for superior durability and acoustic performance.
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Wide Sound Coverage: Its 160° conical dispersion pattern ensures uniform sound distribution throughout the listening area.
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16 Ohm impedance: Facilitates the parallel connection of multiple speakers to a single amplifier channel, optimizing load and wiring.
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Easy Installation: Includes an integrated backcan, a C-ring and a support plate for quick and secure mounting in false ceilings.
Benefits of the Subwoofer-Satellite System
Using the Control 42C with the Control 40CS/T subwoofer creates a full-range audio system. The satellite speakers accurately reproduce the mid and high frequencies, while the subwoofer handles the low frequencies. This specialization prevents distortion and allows each component to operate within its optimal range, resulting in a cleaner, more detailed, and more powerful sound than conventional ceiling speakers.
Use Cases
The system consisting of the Control 42C loudspeakers and the Control 40CS/T subwoofer is the perfect choice for a wide variety of professional applications, including:
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Retail Stores: Provides a pleasant and clear musical environment without visible speakers that distract from the product.
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Restaurants and Cafes: Create an immersive sound atmosphere that enhances the customer experience.
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Offices and Boardrooms: Ensures exceptional voice intelligibility for presentations and videoconferences.
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Lobbies and Reception Areas: Offers high-quality background music with uniform coverage.
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Museums and Galleries: Enhance audiovisual displays with directional and discreet sound.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I absolutely need a subwoofer to use the Control 42C?
Yes. The Control 42C is designed as a satellite speaker, and its frequency range starts at 140 Hz. For full-range sound reproduction, it's essential to use it with a subwoofer like the JBL Control 40CS/T, which will handle the bass frequencies.
Is an external filter or crossover required?
The speaker must be protected from low frequencies. An active high-pass filter or a passive crossover can be used. The recommended subwoofer, the Control 40CS/T, already includes the necessary passive crossover for the satellite speakers.
How many Control 42C units can I connect to one amplifier channel?
Thanks to its 16 ohm impedance, you can connect up to four Control 42C speakers in parallel to a single channel of a 4 ohm stable amplifier.
Is the price shown per unit or per pair?
The sales reference is for a package containing 2 units of the Control 42C speaker.
Project Description
JBL Control 42C ultra-compact in-ceiling satellite speaker. Features a 60 mm (2.5") polypropylene cone driver. Frequency response: 140 Hz to 20 kHz. Power handling: 30 W (program) and 15 W (pink noise). Sensitivity: 82 dB (1 W, 1 m). Conical coverage: 160°. Nominal impedance: 16 ohms. Removable locking clip connectors. Dimensions: 127 mm diameter x 94 mm depth. Designed for use exclusively with a subwoofer system that includes a high-pass filter, such as the JBL Control 40CS/T.
