JBL Control 25-1 - 100W 5.25-inch Passive 2-Way IP44-Rated 70V/100V Surface-Mount Loudspeaker with 100 x 100-Degree Coverage in Black Finish

The JBL Professional Control 25-1 is a high-performance, 5.25-inch, passive 2-way ceiling speaker, designed to provide exceptional sound quality for a wide variety of applications. Whether it's for background music, foreground music, or music-plus-paging systems, the Control 25-1 is ideal for commercial environments such as retail stores, restaurants, airports, health clubs, and theme parks. It offers excellent audio performance with a broad frequency response, low distortion, and a high output level, making it perfect for medium to large spaces where quality sound is essential. Additionally, the speaker's ability to handle high power and its wide 100° x 100° coverage ensure that fewer speakers are needed, simplifying installation and reducing overall costs.

Equipped with a 5.25-inch woofer and a 3/4-inch titanium-coated tweeter, the Control 25-1 delivers full-range, rich sound that is suitable for both background and foreground music systems. The woofer features a woven fiberglass cone with a pure butyl rubber surround, providing durability and extended longevity even in challenging environments. The tweeter's diffraction-loaded design and titanium coating ensure crisp, clear high frequencies, delivering smooth and even coverage across the listening area. The speaker's broad 130° coverage angle and high fidelity sound character make it an excellent choice for applications where clarity and wide dispersion are required.

For added versatility, the Control 25-1 includes a built-in multi-tap transformer that enables the speaker to be used with both 70V and 100V distributed audio systems. This speaker is available in an 8-ohm version for direct connection or can be used with a variety of tap settings for different installation needs, such as 30W, 15W, 7.5W, and 3.7W taps for 70V systems or 30W, 15W, and 7.5W taps for 100V systems. The speaker also provides a very high SPL capability of 110 dB at 1 meter for continuous pink noise, ensuring that the speaker can fill even larger spaces with clear, powerful sound.

Installation is quick and easy thanks to the unique InvisiBall mounting system, which provides both vertical and horizontal rotation to achieve optimal sound coverage without the need to remove the grille. This system is designed for simplicity and security, as adjustments are made behind the logo badge, adding a level of theft deterrence. The Control 25-1 also features M6 mounting points for an optional U-bracket, allowing for additional mounting options in various setups. For added durability, the speaker's enclosure is made from high-impact polystyrene (HIPS), and the grille is finished with a durable TGIC polyester powder coating, making it resistant to corrosion and rust. The optional MTC-25WMG WeatherMax grille with a multi-layer foam and tight-weave mesh vapor barrier provides further protection in more challenging environments, making the Control 25-1 suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Overall, the JBL Professional Control 25-1 combines premium performance with ease of installation and long-lasting durability, making it an ideal solution for high-quality, cost-effective audio systems in commercial spaces.

Features

• 5.25-inch woven fiberglass woofer with pure butyl rubber surround and 3/4-inch titanium-coated tweeter for rich, full-range sound
• Wide 100° x 100° coverage for even sound distribution with fewer speakers, reducing installation costs
• Powerful performance with 100W continuous program power and 200W peak, providing clear audio even in larger spaces
• Multi-tap transformer for 70V and 100V distributed audio systems, with flexible tap settings for varying installation needs
• High maximum SPL of 110 dB continuous, ensuring excellent coverage in medium to large spaces
• InvisiBall mounting system for simple, secure installation with high vertical and horizontal rotation, theft deterrence included
• Durable high-impact polystyrene enclosure with a corrosion-resistant TGIC polyester powder-coated grille
• Weather-resistant design suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, with optional WeatherMax grille for harsh environments
• Quick and easy installation with C-shaped support backing plate, tile rails, and cutout template included
• Optional U-bracket and ceiling-mount adapter for additional installation flexibility

Specifications

System

• Frequency Range: 60 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency Response: 85 Hz - 17 kHz
• Power Rating:
  • 200 W Continuous Program (2 hrs)
  • 100 W (400 W peak) Continuous Pink Noise (2 hrs)
  • 75 W (600 W peak) Continuous Pink Noise (100 hrs)
• Maximum Input Voltage: 25.3 V RMS (2 hrs), 50.6 V peak
• Maximum SPL: 110 dB average Continuous Pink Noise (116 dB peak)
• Sensitivity: 90 dB, 1W/1m (averaged 100 Hz - 10 kHz)
• Coverage Angle: 100° x 100°
• Directivity Factor (Q): 6.04 (averaged 1 kHz - 16 kHz)
• Directivity Index (DI): 7.6 dB (averaged 1 kHz - 16 kHz)
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms (THRU setting)
• Crossover Type: 2nd order low-pass, 3rd order high-pass
• Transformer Taps:
  • 70V: 30W, 15W, 7.5W, 3.7W
  • 100V: 30W, 15W, 7.5W
• Insertion Loss: <0.94 dB at any tap setting
• Thru Setting: 8Ω nominal
• Recommended Protective High-Pass: 60 Hz high-pass (24 dB/oct) for 8Ω operation and all 70V/100V tap settings

Transducers

• Low Frequency: 6.25 in woven-fiberglass cone with pure butyl rubber surround with Weather-Edge frame protection, high-temp fiberglass voice coil former, high-temp voice coil wire, optimized cone geometry, linear suspension spider, and FEA optimized motor structure
• High Frequency: 0.75 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-25WMG-1 (WH) available with Weather-Max multi-layer foam and tight-weave mesh vapor barrier backing
• Installation: InvisiBall wall-mounting system included. Two 6 mm attachment points (on top and bottom) for optional MTC-25UB-1 (WH) U-bracket. Secondary safety attachment loop point on back panel
• Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 5.7 inches, 8.0 inches deep total when mounted on InvisiBall wall-mount bracket
• Net Weight (each): 7.5 lbs
• Shipping Weight (pair): 18.6 lbs
• Included Accessories: InvisiBall wall-mounting system, 6 mm x 100 mm hex key
• Optional Accessories: MTC-25UB-1 - Yolk-type U-bracket (WH), MTC-25WMG-1 - WeatherMax grille with backing (WH), MTC-28/25CM - Ceiling-Mount InvisiBall adapter (WH)