JBL CONTROL 85M

Overview

The JBL CONTROL 85M is a two-way coaxial landscape speaker designed for permanent outdoor installations where consistent, wide coverage and long-term reliability are crucial. It features a 5.25 inch woofer for mid and low frequencies and a 0.75 inch tweeter for high frequencies, delivering a uniform 360-degree sound dispersion. Its mushroom-shaped design allows it to blend seamlessly into garden beds, planters, and path edges while providing clear audio throughout outdoor spaces such as resorts, theme parks, and shopping plazas.

Key features

• Coaxial driver layout ensures full-range, even sound coverage in all directions
• 360-degree dispersion maintains balanced music and announcements as listeners move around
• Handles 80 watts continuous and 160 watts program power for robust audio performance
• Built-in 30 watt transformer with 70 volt and 100 volt taps supports distributed audio systems
• Durable one-piece polyethylene enclosure resists weather, impact, and UV exposure
• Fully sealed wiring chamber and IP55 rating protect against water and dust ingress
• Green finish designed to blend naturally into outdoor landscaping
• Flexible mounting options allow surface placement or in-ground installation for discreet integration
• Ideal for outdoor environments such as parks, resorts, retail areas, campuses, and themed attractions

Key specs

• Woofer size: 5.25 inches
• Tweeter size: 0.75 inches
• Power handling: 80 watts continuous, 160 watts program
• Transformer: 30 watt with 70 V and 100 V taps
• Impedance: 8 ohms (can run on 8 ohm amplifier or distributed system)
• Dispersion pattern: 360 degrees
• Enclosure material: Impact-resistant polyethylene
• Ingress protection rating: IP55
• Finish: Green, pigmented throughout to resist visible scratches

Connectivity and compatibility

This speaker supports both low-impedance (8 ohm) amplifiers for localized zones and high-impedance distributed audio systems via its built-in transformer. This flexibility makes it compatible with a wide range of commercial amplifiers commonly used in hospitality, retail, and outdoor public spaces.

Installation and setup

The Control 85M offers versatile installation options, allowing it to be placed directly on hard surfaces or buried in the ground for a more discreet appearance. Its sealed wiring chamber simplifies connections while protecting against moisture and dirt, ensuring reliable operation in outdoor environments.

Ideal uses and environments

This speaker is well suited to outdoor venues that require consistent, high-quality sound without intrusive equipment. It works well in parks, resort walkways, theme park queues, open-air shopping plazas, corporate campuses, and pool areas. Its design and durability make it a strong choice for any setting where reliable, wide-coverage audio is needed in an outdoor landscape.

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