JBL Control 28-1 - 120W 8-inch Passive 2-Way IP44-Rated 70V/100V Surface-Mount Loudspeaker with 100 x 100-Degree Coverage in Black Finish

The JBL Professional Control 28-1 is a high-performance, passive 2-way loudspeaker designed for both indoor and outdoor environments where clear, high-quality sound is essential. This 8-inch speaker is ideal for a wide range of commercial and residential applications, including retail stores, restaurants, health clubs, theme parks, educational facilities, music cafes, leisure venues, and any location that requires top-quality foreground and background music, as well as paging systems. The Control 28-1 boasts a sleek, contemporary design, and it integrates seamlessly into various decors. It provides excellent sound quality with wide coverage, offering a reliable and efficient solution for many audio needs.

The Control 28-1 features a robust 8-inch woofer with a woven fiberglass cone, ensuring durability and weather-resistant performance. This is paired with a 1-inch PEI diaphragm tweeter that includes fluid cooling for enhanced longevity and high-frequency sound quality. The speaker is engineered to provide consistent dispersion and wide coverage, with a 100° x 100° conical coverage pattern, making it ideal for large spaces. With a broad frequency response from 45 Hz to 20 kHz, the Control 28-1 delivers smooth and natural sound across both low and high frequencies. The speaker's performance extends well into the low frequencies, producing strong bass that adds depth to the audio.

The Control 28-1 is designed for high power handling with a 120-watt continuous rating (240-watt program power) at its 8-ohm setting. The system is also equipped with a built-in 60-watt 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, offering the flexibility to be used in distributed speaker systems for commercial audio installations. This feature allows the Control 28-1 to handle demanding audio applications while maintaining high fidelity sound, even at elevated volumes. The speaker is also capable of achieving a maximum SPL of 112 dB average continuous pink noise (118 dB peak), making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments that require loud, clear sound delivery.

The unique InvisiBall mounting system included with the Control 28-1 simplifies installation by allowing easy, precise aiming of the speaker. The InvisiBall system provides vertical and horizontal rotation, and its hidden access behind the logo badge ensures the grille never needs to be removed, offering a higher level of theft deterrence. Additionally, the speaker includes integrated M6 mounting points for an optional U-bracket, adding to the installation versatility. The robust, weather-resistant construction of the speaker makes it suitable for use in challenging environments, with a weather-resistant zinc-plated grille that provides additional durability against harsh conditions.

The Control 28-1 is also built for easy integration with other JBL systems, especially in applications requiring consistent audio performance across multiple units. Its IP44 rating ensures protection against dust and water splashes, making it an excellent option for both indoor and outdoor installations. Furthermore, the speaker is designed with JBL's exclusive WeatherEdge surround on the woofer, which provides added protection to critical transducer elements, ensuring longevity and reliable performance in demanding environments. Optional WeatherMax grilles and panel covers are available for additional environmental protection, offering a three-layer foam barrier to break up driving rain and other extreme conditions.

With its versatile features, high power handling, broad coverage, and weather-resistant design, the JBL Professional Control 28-1 is a top choice for a variety of commercial applications that demand premium sound quality and reliability.

Features

• 8-inch woofer with woven fiberglass cone and pure butyl rubber surround for durability and clear sound
• 1-inch titanium-coated PEI diaphragm tweeter with fluid cooling for high-frequency clarity
• 100° x 100° conical coverage pattern for consistent sound distribution across large areas
• 120 watts continuous program power handling with 240 watts peak (8-ohm direct connection)
• 60W 70V/100V multi-tap transformer for flexible installation in distributed audio systems
• Weather-resistant design with WeatherEdge woofer surround and weather-resistant zinc-plated grille
• InvisiBall mounting system for easy and secure installation with precise aiming capabilities
• Maximum SPL of 112 dB average continuous pink noise (118 dB peak)
• IP44-rated for protection against dust and water splashes, suitable for indoor and outdoor use
• Dimensions: 15.2 x 11.1 x 8.6 inches, with 10.9 inches total depth when mounted on InvisiBall wall-mount bracket
• Net weight: 15 lbs
• Shipping weight (pair): 34 lbs

Specifications

System

• Frequency Range: 75 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency Response: 62 Hz - 16 kHz
• Power Rating:
  • 240W Continuous Program (2 hrs)
  • 120W Continuous Pink Noise (2 hrs)
  • 90W Continuous Pink Noise (100 hrs)
• Maximum Input Voltage: 27.5 V RMS (2 hrs), 55.0 V peak
• Maximum SPL: 112 dB ave. Continuous Pink Noise (118 dB peak)
• Sensitivity: 91 dB, 1W/1m (ave. 100 Hz - 10 kHz)
• Coverage Angle: 100° x 100°
• Directivity Factor (Q): 7.3 (averaged 1 kHz - 16 kHz)
• Directivity Index (DI): 8.3 dB (averaged 1 kHz - 16 kHz)
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms (THRU setting)
• Crossover Type: 2nd order low-pass, 1st order high-pass, plus conjugate shaping

Transducers

• Low Frequency: 8 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: 1 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-28WMG-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-28WMG-1 (WH) U-bracket. Secondary safety attachment loop point on back panel
• Dimensions: 15.2 x 11.1 x 8.6 inches, 10.9 inches deep total when mounted on InvisiBall wall-mount bracket
• Net Weight: 15.0 lbs
• Shipping Weight: 34 lbs (pair)
• Included Accessories: InvisiBall wall-mounting system, 6 mm x 180 mm hex key
• Optional Accessories: MTC-28UB-1 - Yolk-type U-bracket (WH), MTC-28WMG-1 - WeatherMax grille with backing (WH), MTC-28/25CM - Ceiling-Mount InvisiBall adapter (WH)