JBL Control 28-1 indoor outdoor speaker
- High-output 240W professional speaker designed for demanding commercial applications
- Delivers loud, clear sound up to 118 dB peak SPL for large coverage areas
- Wide 100° × 100° dispersion for even sound distribution without hotspots
- Extended 45 Hz – 20 kHz frequency range for music and voice clarity
- Supports 70V / 100V line systems and 8-ohm direct connection
- Heavy-duty 8-inch woven fiberglass woofer for powerful low-frequency performance
- Weather-resistant enclosure suitable for indoor and outdoor installations
- Built-in Invisi Ball mounting system for flexible wall mounting and easy alignment
- Durable UV-resistant cabinet and powder-coated metal grille
- Estimated Delivery : Up to 4 business days
- Free Shipping & Returns : On all orders over $200
The JBL Control 28-1 is a high-output professional indoor and outdoor speaker designed for powerful background and foreground music, as well as crystal-clear voice announcements. Built with JBL’s legendary sound engineering, this speaker delivers loud, balanced, and distortion-free audio even in large and demanding spaces. With a wide 100° x 100° coverage, evenly fills rooms and outdoor areas with sound, reducing the need for multiple speakers. Its 200W continuous program power and 110 dB maximum SPL make it ideal for high-traffic commercial environments where clarity and volume are essential. The speaker supports 8-ohm, 70V, and 100V PA systems, making it fully compatible with most professional amplifiers used across India.
1. Is the JBL Control 28-1 suitable for outdoor use?
A-1 Yes. It is IP-44 rated and can reach IP-55 with optional Weather Max accessories, making it ideal for outdoor installations.
2. Can this speaker work with 70V or 100V PA amplifiers?
A-2 Yes. It fully supports 70V, 100V, and 8-ohm operation.
3. Is it good for music playback as well as announcements?
A-3 Absolutely. It is designed for both background/foreground music and clear voice paging.
4. Does mounting hardware come with the speaker?
A-4 Yes. The InvisiBallâ„¢ wall-mounting system is included in the box.
5. Where is this speaker commonly used in India?
A-5 Malls, hotels, restaurants, factories, warehouses, schools, hospitals, stadiums, and outdoor public areas.
Specifications
| Frequency Range (-10 dB) | 45 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Frequency Response (±3 dB) | 62 Hz – 16 kHz |
| Power Rating | 240 W Continuous Program (2 hrs)120 W (480 W peak), Continuous Pink Noise (2 hrs)90 W (360 W peak), Continuous Pink Noise (100 hrs) |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 27.5 V RMS (2 hrs), 55.0 V peak |
| Maximum SPL (1 m) | 112 dB average continuous118 dB peak |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB (1W/1m, avg. 100 Hz – 10 kHz) |
| Coverage Angle | 100° Horizontal × 100° Vertical |
| Directivity Factor (Q) | 7.3 (averaged 1 kHz – 16 kHz) |
| Directivity Index (DI) | 8.3 dB (averaged 1 kHz – 16 kHz) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms (THRU setting) |
| Crossover Type | 2nd-order low-pass, 1st-order high-pass, plus conjugate shaping |
| Transformer Taps | 70V: 60W, 30W, 15W, 7.5W100V: 60W, 30W, 15WInsertion Loss: < 0.94 dB THRU Setting: 8Ω nominal |
| Recommended Protective High-Pass | 45 Hz for 8Ω + 15W & 7.5W taps55 Hz for 30W tap65 Hz for 60W tap |
| Low-Frequency Driver | 200 mm (8″) woven-fiberglass cone with butyl rubber surround & Weather-Edge protection |
| High-Frequency Driver | 25 mm (1″) PEI diaphragm with ferro -magnetic fluid & Kapton voice coil |
| Enclosure | High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) with 10% glass fill, UV-resistant finish |
| Grille | Zinc-plated steel with TGIC polyester powder coating |
| Mounting Hardware | Invisi Ball wall-mount system included Optional U-bracket support Secondary safety loop provided |
| Outdoor Capability | IP-44 standardIP-55 with optional Weather Max grille & panel cover |
| Input Connectors | Screw-down terminal strip; supports bare wire & lugs up to 12 AWG (2.5 mm²) |
| Safety & Compliance | RoHS -compliant Transformer UL Recognized (UL1876) |
| Color Options | Black (RAL9004), White (RAL9016) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 386 × 282 × 219 mm277 mm depth when wall-mounted |
| Net Weight (Each) | 6.8 kg (15.0 lbs) |
| Shipping Weight (Pair) | 15.4 kg (34 lbs) |
| Included Accessories | Invisi Ball mounting system, 6 mm × 180 mm hex key |
| Optional Accessories | Weather Max grille, U-bracket, ceiling-mount adapter |






















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