JBL AM5212/66 Two-way full range loudspeaker

JBL AM5212/66 Two-way Full Range Loudspeaker

The AM5212/66 is a compact yet powerful full-range loudspeaker engineered for professional recording and monitoring applications. Its rotatable waveguide design and balanced construction deliver consistent imaging whether positioned vertically or horizontally in control rooms, live tracking spaces, and hybrid studio setups. Built on JBL's proven platform, this cabinet captures articulate midrange and extended low-end response ideal for tracking sessions, mixing references, and portable recording rigs that demand transparent, reliable sound reproduction.

Acoustic Performance & Coverage

The dual-component design pairs a 262H-1 300 mm (12 in) low frequency driver with dual voice coil and dual magnetic gap with a 2408H-1 compression driver featuring a 38 mm (1.5 in) exit and voice-coil, producing 1600W peak / 300W RMS output at 8 Ohms nominal impedance. The 60° x 60° coverage pattern ensures even frequency response and consistent staging across typical control room and tracking space dimensions, minimizing acoustic dead zones and room interaction artifacts.

Build Quality & Studio Durability

The cabinet employs a multiply birch enclosure with JBL's rugged DuraFlex™ finish for sustained performance in active studio environments, while the 14-gauge steel grille internally lined with acoustically transparent foam protects drivers without veiling high-end clarity or coloring the mix. Environmental rating to Mil-Std 810 and IP-x3 per IEC529 confirms this speaker's resilience against temperature fluctuation, vibration, and humidity typical of working studios and field recording applications.

Key Features

• 262H-1 300 mm (12 in) low frequency driver with dual voice coil and dual magnetic gap
• 2408H-1 compression driver with 38 mm (1.5 in) exit and voice-coil
• 1600W Peak / 300W RMS power handling
• 8 Ohms nominal impedance
• 60° x 60° rotatable waveguide coverage
• Multiply birch enclosure with DuraFlex™ finish
• 14-gauge steel grille with internally lined acoustically transparent foam
• Dimensions: 28.06" H x 14.6" W x 18.1" D (713 x 371 x 458 mm)
• Net Weight: 45 lbs (20.2 kg)
• NL4 Neutrik speakON® and barrier strip terminals
• Bi-amped or passive operation modes
• Environmental rating: Mil-Std 810; IP-x3 per IEC529

The AM5212/66 combines proven JBL component quality, flexible mounting versatility, and transparent acoustic character into a mid-sized enclosure that integrates efficiently across multiformat recording and mixing workflows.