JBL Control 28-1 High Output Indoor/Outdoor Background/Foreground Speaker (Pair, Black)

Overview

The JBL CONTROL 28-1-WH is a pair of surface-mount loudspeakers designed to deliver reliable, high-quality audio in both indoor and outdoor environments. Featuring an eight inch woofer with a woven fiberglass cone and a one inch tweeter with a PEI diaphragm and fluid cooling, these speakers provide a full frequency response from 45 Hz to 20 kHz. This makes them well suited for venues like restaurants, cafés, hotel patios, and retail spaces where clear music, announcements, and ambient sounds are essential.

Key features

• Eight inch woofer with woven fiberglass cone delivers rich and full sound across a wide frequency range
• One inch tweeter with PEI diaphragm and fluid cooling ensures smooth and detailed high frequencies
• Weather resistant construction allows use in both indoor and outdoor settings without compromising performance
• 100° × 100° coverage pattern provides even sound distribution over large areas, ensuring consistent audio for all listeners
• Handles program power up to 240 watts at 8 ohms, supporting both background and foreground audio levels
• Built-in multi-tap transformer supports 70 V and 100 V distributed audio lines, simplifying integration with existing sound systems
• InvisiBall mounting system enables discreet installation and precise aiming of the speakers without visible hardware clutter
• Durable cabinet made from high-impact polystyrene combined with a protective metal grille withstands rain, wind, heat, and physical impacts

Key specs

• Woofer size: 8 inches
• Tweeter size: 1 inch
• Frequency response: 45 Hz to 20 kHz
• Coverage pattern: 100° horizontal × 100° vertical
• Program power handling: 240 watts at 8 ohms
• Transformer taps: Supports 70 V and 100 V distributed audio lines
• Enclosure material: High-impact polystyrene
• Mounting system: InvisiBall surface-mount bracket

Connectivity and compatibility

The built-in multi-tap transformer makes these speakers compatible with common distributed audio systems operating at 70 V or 100 V, which are typical in commercial installations. This feature allows easy integration without the need for external transformers, reducing installation complexity and cost. The speakers’ 8-ohm impedance also supports direct connection to amplifiers designed for low-impedance loads, offering flexibility for various audio setups.

Installation and setup

The InvisiBall mounting system included with the speakers simplifies installation by keeping mounting hardware mostly hidden behind the cabinet. This design not only improves aesthetics but also allows precise aiming of the speakers to direct sound exactly where it is needed. The surface-mount design fits well on walls or ceilings, making it a practical choice for venues that require discreet yet effective audio coverage.

Ideal uses and environments

These speakers are well suited to environments that demand dependable sound quality in both indoor and outdoor spaces. They work effectively in restaurants and cafés where background music enhances the atmosphere, as well as in hotel patios and theme parks where clear announcements and ambient effects are important. Their weather-resistant build and durable materials ensure consistent performance even when exposed to the elements year-round.