JBL AW266 - 500W 12-inch Passive 2-Way IP55-Rated 70V/100V Installation Loudspeaker with 60 x 60-Degree Coverage in Gray Finish

The JBL Professional AW266 is a high-power, lightweight 2-way passive loudspeaker designed for demanding installation applications, offering exceptional durability, coverage, and clarity. It features a 12-inch JBL Differential Drive low-frequency driver (2262H) combined with a 1.5-inch exit, 3-inch voice-coil compression driver (2432H) for the high-frequency section. The AW266 utilizes a large-format Progressive Transition (PT) waveguide, which ensures consistent 60° x 60° coverage while minimizing distortion, providing an outstanding audio experience across a wide area. The system is engineered for both vertical and horizontal orientations, ensuring flexibility in installation for a variety of environments.

Constructed from weather-resistant, hand-laminated fiberglass, the AW266 offers an IP55-rated enclosure, making it an excellent choice for both indoor and outdoor applications. The enclosure's design includes a heavy-duty, stainless steel 14-gauge grille backed with open-cell foam and stainless steel mesh, providing superior protection against the harshest environmental conditions. The AW266 is equipped with a 400W 70/100V transformer, offering flexible installation options, and comes with a heavy-duty U-type mounting bracket for easy surface mounting or corner placement, ensuring straightforward integration into any space. It is part of JBL's AE Series, a family of loudspeakers known for their versatility in a wide variety of professional audio applications.

The AW266 delivers excellent performance across a broad frequency range, with a frequency response of 51 Hz - 18 kHz, and a maximum SPL of 126 dB continuous, peaking at 132 dB. Its 70/100V transformer allows for multiple tap settings (400W, 200W, and 100W for 70V, and 400W and 200W for 100V), ensuring compatibility with various audio systems. The AW266's low-frequency driver provides powerful bass performance, while the high-frequency compression driver and waveguide work together to produce clear, detailed sound with minimal distortion.

Features

• 12-inch JBL 2262H Differential Drive low-frequency driver for powerful bass response
• 1.5-inch exit JBL 2432H compression driver with a 3-inch voice coil for clear high frequencies
• 60° x 60° coverage pattern provided by a large PT Progressive Transition waveguide
• Frequency range: 51 Hz - 18 kHz with a maximum SPL of 126 dB continuous (132 dB peak)
• Nominal impedance: 8 ohms for both low and high-frequency drivers
• System sensitivity: 98 dB SPL at 1W @ 1m for the low frequency, 113 dB SPL for the high frequency
• IP55-rated weather-resistant enclosure made from hand-laminated fiberglass in gray finish
• 400W 70/100V transformer with selectable taps (70V: 400W, 200W, 100W; 100V: 400W, 200W)
• Includes heavy-duty U-type mounting bracket for easy installation on flat surfaces or in corners
• CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals with support for up to 10 AWG wire
• Environmental ratings: IP58C per IEC 529, ensuring durability in outdoor conditions
• Dimensions: 16.1 x 28.8 x 17.8 inches
• Net weight: 55.5 lbs

Specifications

System

• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 40 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 51 Hz - 18 kHz
• Coverage Pattern: 60° x 60° waveguide
• Directivity Factor (Q): 15.8
• Directivity Index (DI): 12 dB
• Crossover Frequency: 1.1 kHz
• Long-Term System Power Rating (IEC): 500W (2000W peak) 100 hrs
• Maximum SPL: 126 dB SPL (132 dB peak)
• System Sensitivity (1W @ 1m): 98 dB
• 70V / 100V Transformer Taps:
  • 70V: 400W, 200W, 100W
  • 100V: 400W, 200W

Transducers

• Low Frequency Driver: 1 x JBL 2262H 300 mm (12 in) Differential Drive driver with 75 mm (3 in) dual voice coil
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
• Sensitivity (1W @ 1m, within operational band): 96 dB SPL
• High Frequency Driver: JBL 2432H, 38 mm (1.5 in) exit compression driver, 75 mm (3 in) voice coil
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
• Sensitivity (1W @ 1m): 113 dB SPL
• Waveguide: PT-H66HF-1

Physical

• Enclosure: Hand-Laminated Fiberglass, gray gelcoat (similar to Pantone 420C), available in black (-BK)
• Suspension Attachment: 2 x M10 for Included U-Bracket, 2 x M6 for aiming stabilization, 1 x M10 on rear for safety
• Grille: Three-layer grille assemblies consisting of 16-gauge powder-coated stainless steel, backed with open cell foam and stainless steel mesh
• Input Connector: CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals. Barrier terminals accept up to 5.2 sq mm (10 AWG) wire or max width 9 mm (0.375 in) spade lugs
• Environmental Specifications: IP58C per IEC 529
• Dimensions: 16.1 x 28.8 x 17.8 inches
• Net Weight: 55.5 lbs