About the JBL CONTROL 227CT 6.5" Coaxial Ceiling Loudspeaker with HF Compression Driver with 60W Multi-Tap Transformer
The JBL CONTROL 227CT is a high-performance coaxial ceiling loudspeaker engineered for premium distributed audio and paging applications in commercial and institutional settings. It features a 6.5-inch mineral-filled polypropylene woofer integrated with a coaxially mounted 0.75-inch titanium compression driver, creating a coherent point-source sound field with wide, even dispersion. This design is specifically tuned to deliver exceptional speech intelligibility and musical fidelity, making it suitable for background music and voice reinforcement in offices, retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and educational facilities where audio quality and reliability are paramount. The speaker is supplied with an integrated 60W multi-tap transformer, facilitating straightforward integration into standard 70V or 100V constant-voltage audio systems.
A key advantage of the coaxial design is its accurate acoustic alignment, which ensures uniform frequency response across a broad listening area and minimizes the off-axis tonal shifts common in conventional two-way designs. The high-frequency compression driver delivers clear, detailed reproduction, while the woofer provides robust mid-bass response. The entire transducer assembly is housed within a rigid, die-cast aluminum frame that minimizes resonance and provides a stable platform for consistent performance. The inclusion of the multi-tap transformer allows installers to select the appropriate power setting for the specific zone, ensuring optimal volume matching and efficient amplifier loading across a large, multi-speaker installation.
Installation is designed for simplicity and flexibility within standard suspended ceiling grids. The speaker utilizes a conventional mounting system with a low-profile, paintable steel grille that blends discreetly into the ceiling plane. The transformer is pre-wired to a terminal block within an accessible junction cup, speeding up the connection process. Built to JBL's professional standards, the CONTROL 227CT offers a combination of superior coaxial acoustics, installation-ready features, and the reliability required for continuous operation in demanding commercial environments, providing a high-quality audio solution for integrators and designers.