JBL C222HP-TOP Top Section Only - Cinema ScreenArray (Bottom Sold Sepa
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- TOP SECTION ONLY - upper half (C222HP-TOP) of the two-piece JBL C222HP; bottom section C222HP-BOT sold separately
- Brand new in original box
- Full Cinema manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- C222HP-TOP
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JBL C222HP-TOP Top Section Only – Cinema ScreenArray
The C222HP-TOP is the upper section of JBL's professional two-way cinema ScreenArray loudspeaker, engineered for recording studios, dubbing stages, and post-production facilities seeking studio-grade monitoring. This modular top section houses the high-frequency horn array with dual 2515XP-J drivers and one of the dual 2275H-BK low-frequency drivers, delivering the refined directivity and sonic precision critical for accurate mix translation and dialogue clarity in controlled studio environments. The complete C222HP system requires both the top section and the separately sold C222HP-BOT bottom section, plus a bi-amp power amplifier.
Acoustic Performance for Studio Monitoring
The C222HP-TOP operates as part of a system with a frequency response of 44 Hz–18 kHz (−3 dB) and 40 Hz–20 kHz (−6 dB), paired with 100° horizontal and asymmetrical 60° vertical coverage (±25°/−45° @ 4 kHz). The dual-driver configuration delivers 103 dB SPL low-frequency sensitivity and 112 dB SPL high-frequency sensitivity, ensuring precise dialogue intelligibility and dynamic headroom across mixing, mastering, and post-production sessions.
Electrical Configuration & Amplifier Requirements
Designed exclusively for bi-amp operation, the C222HP-TOP requires separate amplification for the low-frequency section (4Ω nominal impedance, 1200 W @ 2 hr AES) and high-frequency section (8Ω nominal impedance, 85 W @ 2 hr AES). Connections are via screw-terminal barrier-strip inputs, enabling stable, noise-free integration into professional studio signal chains.
Key Features
- Top section only – C222HP-BOT (sold separately) required for complete system
- Dimensions: 35 × 34 × 14 in (89.1 × 86.2 × 36.2 cm)
- Frequency response: 44 Hz–18 kHz (−3 dB), 40 Hz–20 kHz (−6 dB)
- Horizontal coverage: 100° @ 4 kHz; Vertical coverage: asymmetrical 60° (+25°/−45° @ 4 kHz)
- Transducers: 1× 2275H-BK LF driver (upper), 2× 2515XP-J HF drivers with horn array
- LF sensitivity: 103 dB SPL @ 2.83 V; HF sensitivity: 112 dB SPL @ 2.83 V
- LF impedance: 4Ω; HF impedance: 8Ω
- Power handling: 1200 W LF (2 hr AES), 85 W HF (2 hr AES)
- Bi-amp only design – requires separate amplifiers for LF and HF sections
- Screw-terminal barrier-strip inputs for professional installations
- Dual Dissimilar Arraying Technology and Acoustic Aperture Technology
- Professional cinema ScreenArray for medium to large venues and studios
The C222HP-TOP exemplifies JBL's cinema-grade engineering, delivering the controlled directivity, high sensitivity, and robust power handling essential for accurate reference monitoring and critical listening when paired with its complementary bottom section and appropriate bi-amp processing.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico |
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At a Glance
The JBL C222HP-TOP is the upper half of a professional cinema ScreenArray speaker system engineered for studio monitoring, dubbing, and mastering environments where dialogue intelligibility and dynamic range matter most. Equipped with dual high-frequency drivers and asymmetrical coverage (100° H × 60° V), it delivers 44 Hz–18 kHz response and exceptional sensitivity (112 dB HF), making it ideal for mixing and monitoring vocal-heavy content in medium to large control rooms. Pair it with the C222HP-BOT section and dual amplifiers to build a reference-grade monitoring system for critical studio work.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | cinema sound, dubbing stages, studio monitoring |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Precise dialogue intelligibility, extended dynamic range, controlled directivity, high sensitivity output |
| Less specialized for | live touring, small venues (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a complete speaker system?
No—the C222HP-TOP is the top section only. You must purchase the C222HP-BOT (bottom section) separately, plus a bi-amp power amplifier with separate channels for the low-frequency section (4Ω, 1200 W) and high-frequency section (8Ω, 85 W) to complete the system.
What kind of amplification does this require?
The C222HP-TOP operates exclusively in bi-amp mode, meaning you need two independent amplifier channels: one rated for 1200 W @ 2 hr AES into 4Ω for the low-frequency drivers, and one rated for 85 W @ 2 hr AES into 8Ω for the high-frequency horn array. Connections are via screw-terminal barrier-strip inputs.
What is the frequency response and coverage pattern?
When paired with the bottom section, the system covers 44 Hz–18 kHz (−3 dB) with 100° horizontal coverage and asymmetrical 60° vertical coverage (±25°/−45° @ 4 kHz), optimized for cinema and studio applications where controlled directivity and dialogue clarity are critical.
What transducers are in the top section?
The C222HP-TOP contains one 2275H-BK low-frequency driver (providing 103 dB SPL sensitivity) and two 2515XP-J high-frequency drivers with horn array (providing 112 dB SPL sensitivity) for precise, high-output vocal and dialogue reproduction.
Is this suitable for live touring or small venues?
No—the C222HP is engineered exclusively for fixed cinema, dubbing stage, and professional studio installations in medium to large spaces. Its design, modular construction, and bi-amp requirement make it unsuitable for live touring or small venue use.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $146 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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