JBL C222-TOP Top Section Only - Cinema ScreenArray (Bottom Sold Separa
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- Full Cinema manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- C222-TOP
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JBL C222-TOP Top Section Only – Cinema ScreenArray
The JBL C222-TOP is the upper cabinet of the professional JBL C222 ScreenArray two-way cinema loudspeaker system, engineered for medium-size theaters, post-production facilities, and dubbing stages that demand compact yet powerful screen-channel performance. This top section houses the high-frequency compression drivers and one of the system's dual 15-inch low-frequency transducers, delivering controlled directivity and smooth tonal integration across the cinema frequency range. Note: this listing is for the top section only; the C222-BOT bottom bass cabinet is sold separately and required to complete a functioning C222 system.
Studio & Post-Production Audio Performance
The complete C222 system extends from 33 Hz to 20 kHz at –10 dB, achieving a free-field sensitivity of 103 dB and maximum continuous SPL of 129 dB with its dual dissimilar arraying and acoustic aperture technologies. This output capability delivers accurate reference-level monitoring for mix sessions, post-production work, and critical listening environments without sacrificing tonal coherence or frequency balance.
Compact Footprint for Studio Installations
At only 12 inches deep, the C222 integrates into shallow control room and equipment-rack installations while maintaining full professional performance; the complete two-piece system measures 60 × 33.75 × 12 inches. Coverage of 100 degrees horizontal and 60 degrees vertical ensures even frequency response across a typical mixing position without excessive off-axis coloration.
Key Features
- Top section of two-way ScreenArray cinema loudspeaker (bottom section C222-BOT sold separately)
- Dual M115-8A 15-inch drivers with 2.5-inch voice coils (one per cabinet section)
- Dual 2409J-2 high-frequency compression drivers
- Frequency response 33 Hz – 20 kHz (–10 dB, complete system)
- 600 W AES power rating
- Free-field sensitivity 103 dB
- Maximum continuous SPL 129 dB
- 4 ohms nominal impedance
- 100° horizontal × 60° vertical coverage pattern
- Only 12 inches deep for compact cinema installation
- Dual Dissimilar Arraying and Acoustic Aperture technologies
- Professional ABS construction in black finish
The C222-TOP integrates seamlessly with its bottom section to create a full-range cinema loudspeaker that balances output, size efficiency, and tonal accuracy for professional screening and post-production environments.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico |
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At a Glance
The JBL C222-TOP is the upper cabinet of a professional cinema loudspeaker system engineered for post-production dubbing stages and screening rooms that demand compact, full-range performance with controlled directivity and high SPL capability. It integrates with the matching bottom section to deliver 103 dB sensitivity and smooth tonal integration from 33 Hz to 20 kHz, making it ideal for mixing and monitoring in professional studio environments where space is limited. Choose it when your mixing room or screening facility requires genuine cinema-grade output and frequency response in a compact package.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Cinema Sound
- ✓ Post-Production
- ✓ Dubbing Stages
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Home Listening
- – Portable Applications
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the C222-TOP complete on its own, or do I need to buy anything else?
The C222-TOP is the upper section only; you must purchase the C222-BOT bottom bass cabinet separately to create a functioning two-way system. Together they form the complete JBL C222 ScreenArray loudspeaker.
What are the frequency response and SPL specs?
The complete C222 system (top plus bottom) extends from 33 Hz to 20 kHz at –10 dB, delivers 103 dB free-field sensitivity, and achieves a maximum continuous SPL of 129 dB with dual dissimilar arraying technology.
Will this fit a shallow projection booth or wall mount?
Yes. At only 12 inches deep and 60 × 33.75 inches in overall dimensions (as a complete system), the C222 is designed specifically for compact cinema installations in tight spaces where standard theater speakers cannot fit.
What coverage pattern does it provide?
The C222 delivers 100 degrees of horizontal coverage and 60 degrees of vertical coverage, ensuring even sound distribution across typical theater seating with minimal off-axis coloration.
What drivers and components are in the top section?
The C222-TOP contains one M115-8A 15-inch dual woofer with a 2.5-inch voice coil and dual 2409J-2 high-frequency compression drivers, engineered for controlled directivity and smooth tonal integration across the cinema frequency range.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $93 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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