About the JBL PD6200/66 8-inch 2-Way Horn-Loaded Speaker with 60° x 60° Horn
The JBL PD6200/66 is a compact, high-performance two-way horn-loaded loudspeaker engineered for precise, high-intelligibility sound reinforcement in demanding commercial and installed sound applications. Its design centers on an 8-inch low-frequency driver coupled with a high-frequency compression driver mounted to a constant-directivity horn. This horn-loaded architecture provides high acoustic efficiency and controlled dispersion, enabling the loudspeaker to deliver clear, articulate audio with significant output capability relative to its size. The specified 60° by 60° square coverage pattern offers symmetrical dispersion, making it an exceptionally versatile choice for installations where uniform coverage in both the horizontal and vertical planes is desired. This makes it suitable for a wide array of applications, including corporate boardrooms, courtrooms, lecture halls, retail spaces, and houses of worship where consistent sound quality and speech clarity across the entire listening area are paramount.
The loudspeaker's performance is characterized by its controlled, symmetrical directivity and reliable power handling. The 60° x 60° horn ensures acoustic energy is evenly distributed throughout the coverage area, providing a consistent frequency response and sound pressure level for all listeners, which significantly enhances both speech intelligibility and music reproduction. The enclosure is constructed from durable, void-free plywood and finished with a rugged, textured coating, built to withstand the long-term demands of 24/7 operation in public and commercial spaces. As a passive system, it requires connection to an external amplifier and system processor. This allows system designers to apply precise crossover filters, equalization, and limiting via external digital signal processing (DSP), tailoring the loudspeaker's response to the specific acoustics of the installation and ensuring optimal integration within a larger, zoned audio system.
Installation flexibility is facilitated by multiple integrated rigging points, allowing for secure flying, wall mounting, or ceiling suspension to achieve the optimal orientation and angle. Its compact form factor enables discreet placement in spaces where visual intrusion must be minimized. By combining the efficiency and uniform directivity control of a square horn-loaded design with a robust, compact enclosure, the PD6200/66 serves as a reliable and articulate component for system integrators and consultants who need to deliver consistent, high-fidelity sound coverage in a variety of challenging acoustical environments.