JBL AM5215/26 Two-way full range loudspeaker

JBL AM5215/26 Two-way Full Range Loudspeaker

The JBL AM5215/26 is a versatile two-way system engineered to capture and reproduce full-range audio with consistent, predictable character across mixed monitoring and playback applications. Its trapezoid cabinet design and rotatable waveguide adapt to different studio acoustics and placement scenarios, while the heavily braced multiply birch construction delivers solid, artifact-free sound reproduction during extended tracking and mixing sessions.

Recording & Monitoring Performance

This system delivers 98 dB SPL sensitivity (1W @ 1m, passive mode) with headroom reaching 125 dB-SPL continuous average in bi-amp mode for the low-frequency section and 129 dB-SPL for the high-frequency driver, providing dynamic range for detailed recording assessment. The 15" differential drive low-frequency transducer paired with a 1.5" compression driver produces a frequency response of ±3 dB from 41 Hz to 18 kHz, while the Progressive Transition waveguide with 120° x 60° coverage pattern maintains consistent response throughout the control room for accurate mixing decisions.

Cabinet & Construction

The cabinet employs a multiply birch enclosure with DuraFlex finish and extensive internal bracing to minimize resonance and coloration that could mask mix decisions. Fifteen M10 threaded attachment points allow secure positioning and mounting flexibility in studio installations, while the 14-gauge steel grille with acoustically transparent foam lining protects the drivers without compromising acoustic transparency for critical listening.

Key Features

• 15" (380 mm) low-frequency driver with Differential Drive, dual voice coil, and dual magnetic gap
• 1.5" (38 mm) compression driver (2408H-1) with 1.5" exit
• Frequency range (-10 dB): 35 Hz – 20 kHz
• Frequency response (±3 dB): 41 Hz – 18 kHz
• System sensitivity: 98 dB SPL (1W @ 1m, passive mode)
• Maximum SPL in bi-amp mode: 125 dB continuous average (131 dB peak) LF / 129 dB continuous average (135 dB peak) HF
• Progressive Transition waveguide with 120° x 60° coverage; rotatable for vertical or horizontal orientation
• Bi-amp/passive switchable crossover at 1.3 kHz
• Power rating (AES): 500 W LF / 40 W HF (passive transducer mode)
• Trapezoid enclosure with fifteen M10 threaded attachment points
• Multiply birch cabinet with DuraFlex finish and heavy internal bracing
• 14-gauge steel grille with acoustically transparent foam lining

The AM5215/26 combines professional-grade transducers with flexible deployment options, making it a capable choice for studio monitoring, recording sessions, and mixing environments requiring predictable performance and headroom across extended work.