The JBL Control 23-1 is an ultra-compact, full-range loudspeaker engineered for versatile background and foreground audio applications in both indoor and outdoor settings. Designed for commercial sound reinforcement where space is at a premium, this model delivers clear, articulate sound from a remarkably small enclosure, making it ideal for discreet installations in retail displays, under eaves, in conference rooms, or within hospitality areas. Its weather-resistant construction ensures reliable performance when exposed to environmental factors such as humidity, temperature fluctuations, and occasional moisture, allowing it to be used in covered outdoor locations like patios, entryways, and pool areas without compromise. The speaker balances a wide dispersion pattern with sufficient output to provide effective coverage for both ambient music and intelligible speech reinforcement.

Acoustically, the Control 23-1 utilizes a 3.5-inch full-range driver with a mineral-filled polypropylene cone, optimized for a balanced frequency response that emphasizes vocal clarity and midrange presence. Despite its small size, the speaker exhibits high sensitivity and respectable power handling, enabling it to produce adequate volume levels when driven by standard commercial amplifiers. The design incorporates a sealed enclosure to protect the driver from environmental particulates and to ensure consistent bass response. Its magnetically shielded design allows for safe placement near video monitors and other sensitive electronic equipment, preventing interference—a valuable feature for integrated audio-video installations in control rooms, digital signage displays, and educational environments.

The enclosure is constructed from UV-stabilized, high-impact polypropylene with an integrated, powder-coated steel grille that offers durability and resistance to physical impact. It includes multiple integrated mounting points on the back and bottom, supporting flexible installation options for wall, ceiling, or pedestal mounting. Available in neutral black or white finishes, the speaker blends inconspicuously into most architectural backgrounds. The JBL Control 23-1 provides a robust, space-conscious audio solution for integrators who need a reliable, high-performance speaker capable of operating in a wide range of demanding indoor and semi-outdoor applications.