JBL Control 23-1-WH - 100W 3-inch Passive 2-Way IP44-Rated 70V/100V Surface-Mount Loudspeaker with 100 x 100-Degree Coverage in White Finish

The JBL Professional Control 23-1-WH is a compact, high-performance surface-mount loudspeaker designed for both indoor and outdoor applications where high-quality sound, durability, and a sleek, contemporary look are essential. With its versatile mounting options, excellent sound dispersion, and robust weather-resistant construction, this speaker is perfect for a wide range of commercial and residential environments, including retail stores, restaurants, theme parks, educational facilities, hospitality, leisure venues, and music cafes. Available in a white finish, the Control 23-1-WH seamlessly blends into a variety of decors while providing superior sonic performance for foreground and background music, as well as paging applications.

The Control 23-1-WH features a 3-inch woofer with a woven fiberglass cone, which provides exceptional durability and consistent low-frequency response, making it ideal for a range of environments, from quiet interior spaces to outdoor areas exposed to the elements. JBL's proprietary Weather-Edge technology extends the woofer surround, enhancing its weather-resistant capabilities to protect vital transducer elements from the effects of moisture and other outdoor conditions. This design ensures reliable, high-fidelity performance even in challenging environments.

The high-frequency driver of the Control 23-1-WH is a 13 mm PEI diaphragm, designed for smooth and extended high-frequency response. Coupled with low-viscosity ferro-magnetic fluid and a lightweight Kapton voice coil former, the high-frequency driver delivers excellent reliability and sound quality. The speaker's compact size and powerful components provide a frequency response from 95 Hz to 19 kHz, offering a natural, clear sound ideal for a variety of sound systems.

With a coverage pattern of 100° x 100°, the Control 23-1-WH ensures wide, even sound dispersion across the listening area. This broad coverage reduces the number of speakers required to achieve consistent sound in larger spaces, making it a cost-effective solution for installations. The speaker's high sensitivity of 86 dB (1W/1m) and maximum SPL of 109 dB peak ensures that it can deliver clear, full-range sound even at higher output levels, making it suitable for both foreground and background audio needs in medium to large spaces.

The Control 23-1-WH is equipped with a 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, providing flexibility in distributed audio systems. The built-in 15W transformer offers several tap settings for use with 70V or 100V distributed speaker lines (15W, 7.5W, 3W, and 1.8W for 70V; 15W, 7.5W, and 3W for 100V). It can also operate in a low-impedance 8-ohm setting for more traditional applications. A recommended protective high-pass filter ensures smooth operation with optimal frequency response, while the speaker can handle 50W continuous pink noise (100W program) at its 8-ohm setting, with a peak power handling of 200W.

For installation, the Control 23-1-WH includes JBL's InvisiBall wall-mounting system, which provides high adjustability for both vertical and horizontal rotation. This system allows for easy mounting while maintaining a sleek, tamper-resistant appearance as the adjustments are made behind the logo badge, ensuring the grille remains securely in place. Additionally, the speaker features a weather-resistant enclosure made of high-impact polystyrene (HIPS), with a UV-resistant paint finish for maximum durability and protection against environmental wear. Optional accessories such as the MTC-23UB1 U-bracket, MTC-23WMG-1 WeatherMax grille, and MTC-23CM ceiling-mount adapter further enhance the versatility of the speaker, offering solutions for various mounting configurations and extreme environmental conditions.

Features

• 3-inch woven fiberglass cone woofer with Weather-Edge protection for enhanced durability in outdoor environments
• 13 mm PEI diaphragm tweeter with low-viscosity ferro-magnetic fluid and Kapton voice coil for clear high frequencies
• 100° x 100° coverage pattern for broad, consistent sound distribution
• Frequency response from 95 Hz to 19 kHz with high sensitivity (86 dB, 1W/1m) for excellent clarity
• Maximum SPL of 109 dB peak and 103 dB continuous for powerful, distortion-free sound
• Built-in 70V/100V multi-tap transformer with various tap settings (15W, 7.5W, 3W, 1.8W for 70V and 15W, 7.5W, 3W for 100V)
• Operates in low-impedance 8-ohm mode for traditional audio systems
• InvisiBall mounting system for quick and secure installation with high adjustability
• Weather-resistant enclosure and components designed for reliability in both indoor and outdoor environments
• High-impact polystyrene (HIPS) enclosure with UV-resistant paint finish for maximum durability
• Optional MTC-23WMG-1 WeatherMax grille for extra protection against extreme weather conditions
• Removable locking connector with screw-down terminals for secure wire connections

Specifications

System

• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 70 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 95 Hz - 19 kHz
• Power Rating: 100W Continuous Program (2 hrs), 50 W (200W peak), Continuous Pink Noise (2 hrs), 40 W (160W peak) Continuous Pink Noise (100 hrs)
• Maximum Input Voltage: 17.2 V RMS (2 hrs), 34.4 V peak
• Maximum SPL: 103 dB ave. Continuous Pink Noise (109 dB peak)
• Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m): 86 dB, 1W/1m (ave. 100 Hz - 10 kHz)
• Coverage Angle: 100° x 100°
• Directivity Factor (Q): 5.8 (averaged 1 kHz - 16 kHz)
• Directivity Index (DI): 7.2 dB (1 kHz - 16 kHz)
• Nominal Impedance (THRU setting): 8 ohms
• Crossover Type: 2nd order low-pass, 2nd order high-pass
• Transformer Taps:
  • 70V: 15W, 7.5W, 3W, 1.8W
  • 100V: 15W, 7.5W, 3W
• Recommended Protective High-Pass: 70 Hz high-pass (24 dB/oct) for 8Ω operation and for all 70V/100V taps settings

Transducers

• Low Frequency Driver: 76 mm (3.0 in), woven-fiberglass cone with pure butyl rubber surround with Weather-Edge frame protection, high-temp Kapton voice coil, former, high-temp voice coil wire, optimized cone geometry, linear suspension spider, and FEA optimized motor structure
• High Frequency Driver: 13 mm (0.5 in) PEI diaphragm, low-viscosity ferro-magnetic fluid, and lightweight Kapton voice coil former

Physical

• Enclosure Material: High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS), painted with highly-UV resistant paint on white (-WH) version for maximum UV fade resistance
• Grille: Highly zinc-plated, finished in durable TGIC polyester powder coating. MTC-23WMG-1 (-WH) available with Weather-Max multi-layer foam and tight-weave mesh vapor barrier backing
• Input Connectors (227C/CT): Removable locking connector with screw-down terminals. Max wire size 12 AWG (2.5 mm)
• Input Connectors (227C/CT): 1) + in, 2) + loop out, 3) - loop out, 4) - in
• Safety Agency Rating: ROHS-compliant; Transformer UL Recognized per UL1876
• Colors: Black (RAL9004) or white (-WH, RAL9016)
• Dimensions: 7.9 x 6.5 x 5.6 inches
• Net Weight: 4.0 lbs
• Shipping Weight: 5.3 lbs (for the pair-pack for 2 speakers)
• Included Accessories: InvisiBall wall-mounting system, 4 mm x 80 mm key
• Optional Accessories: MTC-23UB1 - Yok-type U-bracket (-WH), MTC-23WMG-1 - WeatherMax grille with backing (-WH), MTC-23CM - Ceiling-Mount InvisiBall adapter (-WH)