JBL Control 23-1 Ultra-Compact Indoor/Outdoor Background/Foreground Speaker (Pair, Black)

Overview

The JBL CONTROL 23-1 is a pair of ultra-compact speakers designed to deliver clear and balanced sound in both indoor and outdoor settings. Each speaker features a 3-inch woven fiberglass woofer and a 0.5-inch PEI tweeter, providing rich midrange tones and smooth high frequencies. With a wide 100-degree coverage area and the ability to handle up to 100 watts of power, these speakers fill spaces evenly with sound, making them ideal for environments like restaurants, retail stores, gyms, and theme parks.

Key features

• Compact design that fits discreetly in various indoor and outdoor locations without sacrificing sound quality
• 3-inch woven fiberglass woofer delivers clear and balanced midrange audio for natural sound reproduction
• 0.5-inch PEI tweeter produces smooth and detailed high frequencies, enhancing overall clarity
• Wide 100-degree sound coverage ensures even audio distribution across your space
• Handles up to 100 watts of power, providing sufficient volume for background music or paging
• Weather-resistant enclosure protects the speakers from outdoor elements, extending their durability
• InvisiBall mounting system allows for secure and discreet installation, blending seamlessly into your environment
• Built-in transformer supports 70V/100V distributed audio systems, offering flexibility for commercial audio setups

Key specs

• Woofer size: 3-inch woven fiberglass
• Tweeter size: 0.5-inch PEI
• Power handling: up to 100 watts
• Coverage angle: 100 degrees
• Enclosure: weather-resistant for outdoor use
• Mounting system: InvisiBall
• Transformer compatibility: 70V/100V distributed audio systems

Connectivity and compatibility

These speakers are designed to integrate easily into existing commercial audio systems, especially those using 70V or 100V distributed audio lines. This makes them a strong choice for venues that require multiple speakers connected over long distances without loss of sound quality. Their compatibility with standard mounting hardware and the InvisiBall system simplifies installation in a variety of settings.

Ideal uses and environments

The CONTROL 23-1 speakers work well in spaces that need reliable background or foreground audio without large, obtrusive equipment. They are well suited for restaurants with outdoor seating, retail stores requiring clear music or announcements, gyms where even sound coverage is important, and theme parks or outdoor venues exposed to weather. Their compact size and weather resistance make them a practical solution for both indoor and outdoor commercial audio needs.