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

The JBL Professional Control 23-1 is a compact and versatile surface-mount loudspeaker designed to deliver high-quality sound in a wide range of commercial and residential environments. Featuring a contemporary high-design appearance, the Control 23-1 combines advanced technology and premium construction to ensure exceptional sound performance for both indoor and outdoor applications. Whether for use in retail stores, restaurants, theme parks, educational facilities, or other public spaces, the Control 23-1 offers superb coverage, excellent durability, and a sleek aesthetic that integrates seamlessly with various decors.

At the heart of the Control 23-1 is a 3-inch woven fiberglass cone woofer, which ensures durability and delivers robust low-frequency performance. The woofer's cone is protected by JBL's exclusive Weather-Edge technology, providing extra protection for the driver from the elements, ensuring consistent performance even in harsh environments. The high-frequency driver consists of a 1/2-inch PEI diaphragm tweeter that is fluid-cooled for increased power handling and reliability, producing clear and smooth high frequencies. The combination of the woven fiberglass woofer and PEI diaphragm tweeter ensures natural, full-range sound reproduction with exceptional clarity and fidelity.

The Control 23-1 is designed for wide, consistent sound coverage with a 100° x 100° dispersion pattern, ensuring excellent sound distribution across the listening area. This wide coverage helps minimize the number of speakers needed for optimal sound coverage, reducing both material and labor costs during installation. The speaker is engineered to deliver high-fidelity sound with a frequency response range from 70 Hz to 20 kHz, making it suitable for background music, paging, and foreground applications. With a maximum SPL of 109 dB peak and 103 dB average continuous pink noise, the Control 23-1 is capable of providing high output in demanding environments.

One of the key features of the Control 23-1 is its built-in 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, making it perfect for use in distributed audio systems. The speaker also operates in low-impedance (8 ohms) mode, offering flexibility for various system configurations. The transformer comes with multiple tap settings (15W, 7.5W, 3W, 1.8W for 70V and 15W, 7.5W, 3W for 100V), making it adaptable to different wattage requirements. For enhanced performance, JBL recommends a high-pass filter at 70 Hz for 8-ohm operation or 70V/100V taps to ensure smooth, distortion-free sound reproduction.

Installation is made easy with the inclusion of JBL's InvisiBall mounting system, which provides both vertical and horizontal rotation. The system allows for precise speaker positioning without the need to remove the grille, which also provides a theft deterrent feature. Additionally, the Control 23-1 includes a removable locking connector with screw-down terminals, allowing for secure and easy wire connections. For added installation versatility, optional U-brackets (MTC-23UB1) and a ceiling-mount adapter (MTC-23CM) are available.

Constructed from high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) with a highly UV-resistant paint finish, the Control 23-1 is built to withstand outdoor conditions. The grille is heavily zinc-plated and finished with a durable polyester powder coating for rust resistance, ensuring long-term reliability and performance in both indoor and outdoor settings. The optional WeatherMax grille (MTC-23WMG-1) provides additional protection against extreme weather conditions, making the Control 23-1 suitable for more challenging environments.

Features

• 3-inch woven fiberglass cone woofer with JBL's Weather-Edge technology for enhanced durability and weather resistance
• 1/2-inch PEI diaphragm tweeter with fluid cooling for increased power handling and reliability
• Wide 100° x 100° coverage for consistent sound throughout the listening area
• Frequency response from 70 Hz to 20 kHz, with a high maximum SPL of 109 dB peak and 103 dB average continuous pink noise
• Built-in 70V/100V multi-tap transformer with multiple tap settings for flexible installation in distributed audio systems
• Operates in low-impedance 8-ohm mode or 70V/100V mode for a variety of system configurations
• InvisiBall mounting system for easy installation with vertical and horizontal rotation, and grille theft deterrent
• Durable, UV-resistant, high-impact polystyrene construction with a tough zinc-plated powder-coated grille for rust resistance
• Optional WeatherMax grille (MTC-23WMG-1) for extra protection against extreme weather conditions
• Removable locking connector with screw-down terminals for secure wire connections, max wire size 12 AWG
• Optional U-bracket (MTC-23UB1) and ceiling-mount adapter (MTC-23CM) for additional mounting flexibility

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)