JBL Control 28-1 8" High-Output Indoor/Outdoor Wall Speakers 100V/8Ω (Pair) – Black or White
DETAILS
JBL Control 28-1 Speakers: High-output 8" wall speakers delivering powerful sound and wide coverage, ideal for indoor and outdoor music or paging systems.
The JBL Control 28-1 is a premium 8” two-way wall speaker designed to deliver exceptional audio performance in both indoor and outdoor environments. With its smooth frequency response extending down to 45 Hz and wide 100° x 100° coverage, it is an excellent choice for foreground and background music, as well as paging applications.
These speakers are commonly used in restaurants, bars, health clubs, retail spaces, leisure venues, schools, and hospitality settings where clear, powerful sound is essential.
The Control 28-1 comes with JBL’s InvisiBall® mounting hardware for easy and secure installation, allowing precise vertical and horizontal adjustment without removing the grille. Optional U-brackets and WeatherMax™ grilles are available for particularly challenging environments.
Built for durability, the Control 28-1 features a weather-resistant enclosure, zinc-plated and powder-coated grille, and JBL’s WeatherEdge™ woofer protection for reliable operation in demanding conditions. With 120W continuous power handling (240W program) and a built-in 60W 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, these speakers can integrate into low-impedance or distributed audio systems with ease. Available in black or white, they blend into any décor and can be painted to match surroundings if required.
JBL Control 28-1 Key Features:
- 8” Two-Way Design: Delivers clear, full-range sound with deep bass extension to 45 Hz.
- Weather-Resistant Construction: Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, with optional WeatherMax™ grille for extreme conditions.
- Wide Coverage: 100° x 100° dispersion for consistent sound across the listening area.
- Integrated InvisiBall® Mounting: Simplifies installation and allows precise positioning without grille removal.
- High Power Handling: 120W continuous (240W program) for robust performance.
- Multi-Tap Transformer: Built-in 60W 70V/100V transformer plus 8Ω direct setting for system flexibility.
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Contemporary Design: Professional look that blends with any setting, paintable if needed.
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JBL Control 28-1 Specifications:
- Frequency Range (-10 dB): 45 Hz – 20 kHz
- Frequency Response (±3 dB): 62 Hz – 16 kHz
- Power Handling: 120W continuous pink noise, 240W program
- Maximum SPL: 112 dB continuous, 118 dB peak
- Sensitivity: 91 dB (1W/1m)
- Coverage: 100° x 100°
- Nominal Impedance: 8Ω (THRU setting)
- Transformer Taps: 70V: 60W, 30W, 15W, 7.5W | 100V: 60W, 30W, 15W
- Drivers: 8” woven fiberglass LF driver, 1” PEI diaphragm HF driver
- Enclosure: High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) with 10% glass fill, weather-resistant
- Grille: Zinc-plated, TGIC polyester powder-coated
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 386 x 282 x 219 mm (277 mm deep with bracket)
- Weight: 6.8 kg per speaker (15.4 kg pair shipping weight)
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Finish: Available in black or white (paintable)


