JBL Professional presents the Control series ceiling speakers 400

The successor to the Control Contractor series 20 of JBL Professional elevates commercial spaces with improved coverage, optimal sound performance and extensive installation features.

Harman Professional Solutions has announced the launch of his series Control 400 Enhanced Coverage de JBL Professional, which represents the next generation of the brand in ceiling speakers.

As successor to the JBL Control series 20, Known for its versatility and reliability, the new Control series 400 Extends that legacy with tapered coverage and improved installation features, as well as a more modern aesthetic.

JBL Professional has presented its latest version of the technology Radiation Boundary Integrator (RBI): RBI counterpart of CRBI, which provides a particularly smooth sound that remains constant, clear and pleasant in a wide coverage area. This improved coverage results in more consistent levels and can result in fewer speakers and amplifier channels needed and, ultimately, significant project savings.

All models in the series include an all-new full-face magnetic grille that matches modern decorations. The supplied white grille can be painted to match the décor of any application. Optional black and square grilles are also available.

The series includes a variety of assembly improvements that optimizes security and reduces installation time. Terminal covers provide top and side cable entry ports and can be secured without tools thanks to captive thumbscrews. The design of captive dogear It is extremely reliable and works with a wide range of roof thicknesses. Besides, All models include transformers to support power applications. 70 V/100V and low impedance.

There are six models to make it easy to design high-quality audio experiences in a wide range of environments and applications. The main ones are the Control 426C/T and the Control 424C/T, Two-way coaxial ceiling speakers with woofers 6,5 y 4 inches, respectively. For applications where ceiling plenum space is limited, Low profile versions of those models are available, he Control 426LP and the Control 424LP.

He Control 426C/T-LS has been certified according to UL1480 standard, which expands the application possibilities in security designs. Finally, he Control 419CS/T It is a ceiling subwoofer 8 inches of high power, low distortion that complements any design requiring extended low-end performance.

The Control Series 400 is ideal for retail stores, corporate offices, educational spaces, transit and any other application where an in-ceiling speaker with powerful performance and a refined look is desired.

“When designing the new Control series 400, we really looked at what worked well with our Control series 20 throughout its many years of dedicated service to our users”, explains Phil Scobee, installed audio director from Harman Professional Solutions. “We talk to our community of consultants, designers and integrators to get their valuable feedback. Then, We asked our engineering team to translate that feedback into as many improvements as possible to optimize both the listening experience and the installation process wherever possible.”.

Features:

Wide range of configurations: With six models to choose from, There are a variety of driver sizes and cabinet depths to support most applications, including a specialized model, certified for security applications. An 8" in-ceiling subwoofer is also available.″, wherever additional low frequency response is needed.

Sonic performance: The Coplanar RBI or CRBI offers an especially smooth sound character that remains consistent, clear and pleasant in a wide coverage area. Reduces on-axis hot spots and off-axis cold spots and improves users' listening experience as they move through a space. This coverage may result in fewer speakers, amplifier channels and project costs needed to fill a space.

Efficient and flexible installation: Several mounting improvements optimize safety and installation time. Redesigned terminal covers provide both top and side cable entry ports and can be secured without tools thanks to captive thumbscrews. Its design is reliable and works with a wide range of roof thicknesses.