JBL ceiling speaker CONTROL 18C/T and 18C/T-BK

Description

JBL ceiling speaker CONTROL 18C/T and 18C/T-BK

The JBL Control 18C/T and 18C/T-BK are high-performance 8-inch coaxial ceiling loudspeakers designed for professional audio applications. Both models feature a 200 mm (8.0 in) high-output driver with a polypropylene cone and butyl rubber surround, coupled with a 25 mm (1.0 in) soft-dome liquid-cooled tweeter. They offer versatile installation options, supporting both low-impedance (8Ω) and distributed 70V/100V systems. The speakers are engineered to deliver clear and consistent sound coverage, making them ideal for environments such as retail stores, airports, hotels, and educational facilities. Available in white (Control 18C/T) and black (Control 18C/T-BK), they blend seamlessly into various interior designs.​

Full Specifications

• Driver Configuration: 2-way coaxial (8″ woofer + 1″ soft-dome tweeter)

• Frequency Response: 58 Hz – 20 kHz (–10 dB), 80 Hz – 16 kHz (±3 dB)

• Power Handling:

  • 90W RMS at 8Ω

  • 180W Continuous Program Power

  • 60W multi-tap at 70V/100V

• Sensitivity: 92 dB (1W/1m)

• Maximum SPL: 112 dB average, 118 dB peak at 1 meter

• Impedance: 8Ω (direct), multi-tap transformer for 70V/100V systems

• Coverage Angle: 90° conical

• Transformer Taps: 60W, 30W, 15W at 70V/100V; plus 7.5W at 70V only

• Crossover Type: 12 dB/octave (2nd order) low-pass to LF driver, 12 dB/octave high-pass to HF driver

• Drivers:

  • Low-Frequency: 200 mm (8.0 in) polypropylene cone with butyl rubber surround

  • High-Frequency: 25 mm (1.0 in) treated silk dome with Kapton™ voice coil and liquid cooling

• Input Connector: Removable locking 4-pin connector with screw-down terminals (max wire size 12 AWG)

• Mounting Options: Blind-mount backcan with dual conduit/cable clamps

• Environmental Certifications: UL 94 V-0, UL 94-5VB, RoHS

• Included Accessories: Grille with safety tether, paint shield, cutout template, C-ring support backing plate, tile support rails

• Dimensions:

  • Diameter: 12.1 inches (307 mm)

  • Depth: 10.8 inches (274 mm)

  • Cutout Diameter: 11.1 inches (283 mm)

• Weight: 14.1 lbs (6.4 kg) each

• Color Options: White (Control 18C/T) or Black (Control 18C/T-BK)