JBL Control 26CT - 150W 6.5-inch Passive 2-Way 70V/100V Ceiling Loudspeaker with Backcan and 110-Degree Coverage in White Finish

The JBL Professional Control 26CT is a high-performance, 2-way passive loudspeaker designed specifically for ceiling installations where exceptional sound quality and wide coverage are required. Ideal for applications such as casinos, upscale restaurants, hotels, and themed locations, the Control 26CT delivers superior audio fidelity with its 6.5-inch woofer and titanium-coated tweeter, making it an excellent choice for both foreground and background music systems. With a frequency response range of 75 Hz to 20 kHz and a nominal coverage angle of 110°, this speaker ensures clear and balanced sound throughout the listening area, offering a seamless auditory experience without the need for multiple speakers.

The Control 26CT is engineered to provide smooth and high-fidelity performance, even at higher sound levels. The woofer's polypropylene-coated cone, combined with the pure butyl rubber surround and JBL's WeatherEdge technology, ensures long-lasting durability and high performance, even in demanding environments with high humidity. This is complemented by a 19 mm titanium-coated, horn-loaded tweeter that delivers crisp, clear high frequencies. Together, these components provide an excellent balance between low and high frequencies, ensuring even sound distribution across the entire listening area. The 110° conical coverage pattern ensures that fewer speakers are needed for large spaces, making installations simpler and more cost-effective while still maintaining high audio fidelity.

One of the standout features of the Control 26CT is its 70V/100V transformer with multiple tap settings, providing the flexibility to use the speaker in distributed speaker systems. The built-in transformer allows for easy connection to 70V and 100V speaker lines, with taps at 60W, 30W, 15W, and 7.5W for 70V and 60W, 30W, and 15W for 100V systems. Additionally, the speaker's 16-ohm impedance (with a minimum impedance of 16.5Ω at 290 Hz) offers the flexibility to use more speakers on a single line without the need for more expensive constant voltage systems. The transformer ensures the speaker operates with high efficiency, maintaining full fidelity at both high and low output levels.

JBL's exclusive SonicGuard overload protection provides additional reliability by limiting power during exceptional overload conditions, ensuring the longevity of the speaker. The speaker's cabinet is made from high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) for durability, while the backcan is formed from steel, providing both strength and structural integrity. The speaker's weather resistance is enhanced by its polypropylene-coated woofer, the WeatherEdge surround, and a corrosion-resistant, painted stainless steel grille. For ease of installation, the speaker includes JBL's patented InvisiBall mounting hardware, offering a simple and secure installation process that also provides a high degree of theft deterrence. The InvisiBall system also allows for easy aiming of the speaker with vertical and horizontal rotation without needing to remove the grille.

In addition to its impressive sound performance and robust construction, the Control 26CT is UL 1480 UUMW listed and meets the requirements of EN54-24, making it suitable for use in fire alarm and emergency communication systems. Whether used for background music, paging, or other sound reinforcement needs, the Control 26CT is an excellent solution for achieving high-quality audio in both residential and commercial installations.

Features

• 6.5-inch polypropylene-coated woofer with pure butyl rubber surround and 19 mm titanium-coated, horn-loaded tweeter for premium sound quality
• 110° conical coverage pattern allows fewer speakers to cover larger areas, reducing installation costs while maintaining audio clarity
• Built-in 70V/100V transformer with multiple tap settings (60W, 30W, 15W, 7.5W for 70V and 60W, 30W, 15W for 100V) for distributed audio systems
• 16-ohm impedance allows multiple speakers to be connected in parallel without the need for expensive constant voltage systems
• SonicGuard overload protection ensures speaker reliability by limiting power during overload conditions
• Weather-resistant design with polypropylene-coated woofer, WeatherEdge surround, and stainless steel grille for durability in demanding environments
• Includes patented InvisiBall mounting hardware for easy installation and aiming with vertical and horizontal rotation capabilities
• UL 1480 UUMW listed and EN54-24 certified for use in fire alarm and emergency communication systems
• Compliant with safety standards including IEC60849/EN60849, NFPA90A, and NFPA70
• Dimensions: 8.3 x 9.9 inches (H x Dia), 7.5 inches deep from ceiling tile to back of backcan

Specifications

System

• Frequency Range: 75 Hz - 20 kHz
• Power Capacity:
  • 150 Watts Continuous Program Power
  • 75 Watts Continuous Pink Noise
• Nominal Sensitivity: 89 dB SPL, 1W @ 1m (3.3 ft)
• Nominal Coverage Angle: 110° conical coverage
• Directivity Factor (Q): 5.9, averaged 500 Hz to 4 kHz
• Directivity Index (DI): 4.6, averaged 500 Hz to 4 kHz
• Rated Maximum SPL: 107 dB @ 1 m (3.3 ft)
• Nominal Impedance: 16 ohms (Min Z: 16.5Ω @ 290 Hz)
• Transformer Taps:
  • 70V: 60W, 30W, 15W & 7.5W taps
  • 100V: 60W, 30W, & 15W taps

Transducers

• Low Frequency: 6.5 in polypropylene-coated, 1 in coil on aluminum former
• High Frequency: 0.75 in titanium-coated polyester

Physical

• Enclosure Material: Backcan: Formed steel, Baffle/Rim: Medium impact polystyrene, fire rated UL94V-0
• Overload Protection: Full-range power limiting to protect network and transducers (Control 26C only)
• Termination: Removable locking connector with screw-down terminals. 2 input terminals and 2 loop-thru output terminals. Max. wire 12 AWG (2.5 mm2)
• Safety Agency Rating: Suitable for use in air handling spaces per UL1480, UL2043, NFPA 90A & NFPA 70. S7232/UL Listed, Signaling Speaker. Transformer UL registered per UL1876. In accordance with IEC60849/EN60849
• Dimensions: 8.3 x 9.9 in (H x Dia), 7.5 in front of ceiling tile to back of backcan
• Cutout Size: 8.75 in
• Net Weight (each): 7.5 lbs, CT: 10 lbs
• Shipping Weight (pair): 18.0 lbs, CT: 21 lbs
• Included Accessories: C-shaped support backing plate, 2 tile support rails (fits both 2 x 4 ft or 600 x 1200 mm tiles), Cutout template, Paint shield, Removable locking wiring connector
• Optional Accessories: MTC-25U-1 for vertical columnar mounting of up to 3 speakers, MTC-25/23H for horizontal splaying of 2 speakers, MTC-28/25CM to install speaker down from the ceiling