JBL Control 26CT - Ceiling Speaker with Transformer (Pair)

Overview

The JBL CONTROL 26CT is a pair of ceiling speakers designed to deliver clear and balanced audio in commercial environments. Each speaker features a coaxial design with a 6.5-inch woofer and a 0.75-inch titanium-coated tweeter, providing full-range sound that handles up to 150 watts of power. This setup ensures that music and announcements reach listeners with clarity, making it suitable for spaces like upscale restaurants, retail stores, hotel lobbies, and offices.

With a wide 110-degree coverage pattern, these speakers distribute sound evenly across large areas, reducing the number of units needed for uniform audio. The built-in multitap transformer supports 70-volt and 100-volt distributed audio systems, simplifying installation in venues such as conference centers and corporate campuses. The speakers come with mounting hardware including tile support rails, a cutout template, and a paint shield, making installation straightforward and neat.

Key features

• Coaxial speaker design that delivers balanced sound across the full frequency range for clear music and announcements
• Power handling up to 150 watts to support both background music and more prominent audio needs in commercial spaces
• Wide 110-degree coverage pattern that allows fewer speakers to cover large rooms evenly, reducing installation complexity
• Integrated multitap transformer compatible with 70V and 100V distributed audio systems, ideal for large-scale installations
• Includes tile support rails and a cutout template to ensure secure and precise mounting in drop ceilings
• Paint shield protects the grille during finishing, allowing the speakers to blend seamlessly with ceiling tiles
• UL rated for air-handling spaces, meeting common building and safety codes for commercial installations

Key specs

• Woofer size: 6.5 inches
• Tweeter size: 0.75 inches, titanium-coated
• Power handling: up to 150 watts
• Coverage angle: 110 degrees
• Transformer: multitap for 70V and 100V lines
• Mounting: includes tile support rails and cutout template
• UL rating: suitable for air-handling spaces

Connectivity and compatibility

The built-in multitap transformer makes these speakers compatible with common distributed audio systems used in commercial venues. This feature allows easy integration into 70-volt or 100-volt line systems, which are standard in hotels, conference centers, and corporate campuses. The speakers’ design supports straightforward wiring and connection, helping installers achieve reliable performance without complex setup.

Installation and setup

Installation is simplified by the included hardware, which ensures stability and precision. Tile support rails provide extra reinforcement in drop ceilings, while the cutout template helps create an exact opening for the speakers. The paint shield protects the grille during ceiling finishing, allowing the speakers to blend discreetly with the surrounding tiles. This thoughtful design reduces installation time and helps maintain a clean, professional look.

Ideal uses and environments

These speakers are well suited to commercial spaces that require clear, even sound without drawing attention to the equipment. They work well in upscale dining areas where subtle background music enhances the atmosphere, retail stores that need consistent audio coverage, hotel lobbies welcoming guests, and open office environments requiring clear paging. Their power handling and coverage pattern make them a strong choice for venues that demand reliable audio performance with minimal visual impact.