JBL AW526 High Power 2-Way All Weather Loudspeaker with 1 x 15 LF Blac
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JBL AW526 High Power 2-Way All Weather Loudspeaker with 1 x 15 LF Black
The JBL AW526 is a high-output reference-grade loudspeaker built to deliver consistent, predictable projection across large tracking rooms, outdoor recording sessions, and venue sound reinforcement. Its heavy-duty construction and flexible mounting options enable quick repositioning between live sessions and fixed installations, maintaining clean sound propagation and minimal room interaction across your recording environment.
Drivers & Coverage
The speaker pairs a JBL 2265H-1 15-inch differential drive low-frequency driver with dual voice coil and dual magnetic gap design against a 2432H compression driver featuring a 1.5-inch exit and 75 mm voice coil for controlled high-frequency dispersion. This combination achieves 120° x 60° coverage through a rotatable waveguide that allows vertical or horizontal orientation to match your room's acoustic layout and mic placement strategy.
Durability & Installation
Construction centers on a multilayer glass composite enclosure with heavy bracing to maintain structural integrity and minimize resonance, paired with a 14-gauge stainless steel grille, open cell foam backing, and stainless steel mesh for lasting durability in both studio and outdoor tracking environments. A heavy-duty weather-treated U-type stainless steel mounting bracket is included, and the speaker accepts input via CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals rated for up to 10 AWG wire.
Key Features
- JBL 2265H-1 380 mm (15 in) differential drive dual voice coil low-frequency driver
- 2432H compression driver with 38 mm (1.5 in) exit and 75 mm (3 in) voice coil
- 120° x 60° coverage pattern
- Rotatable waveguide for vertical or horizontal orientation
- 400 W 70/100V power transformer
- Multilayer glass composite enclosure with heavy bracing
- 14-gauge stainless steel grille with open cell foam and stainless steel mesh backing
- Heavy-duty weather-treated U-type stainless steel mounting bracket included
- CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals accepting up to 5.2 sq mm (10 AWG) wire
- All-weather design rated for outdoor permanent or portable installation
The AW526 delivers the output, directivity control, and build quality demanded by professional recording engineers tracking everything from live ensembles to isolated instruments in varied acoustic spaces.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico |
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At a Glance
The JBL AW526 is a full-range outdoor PA loudspeaker engineered for high-SPL applications in fixed or portable settings, not a studio recording tool. Home recordists and studio engineers should not consider this product, as it is purpose-built for live sound reinforcement and outdoor venues, not tracking, mixing, or monitoring in controlled acoustic environments.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Outdoor PA Systems
- ✓ Large Venue Coverage
- ✓ Permanent Installation
Not the best pick for
- – Home Recording
- – Studio Sessions
- – Intimate Venues
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of venues or installations is the AW526 designed for?
The AW526 is engineered for outdoor permanent installations, large venue coverage, stadiums, theme parks, and portable PA deployments where high output and weather resistance are critical. It is not suitable for studio sessions or intimate indoor venues.
What are the coverage pattern and mounting options?
The speaker delivers 120° horizontal by 60° vertical coverage through a rotatable waveguide that allows you to orient it vertically or horizontally to match your venue's geometry. It includes a heavy-duty weather-treated U-type stainless steel mounting bracket for flexible installation.
How does the AW526 handle outdoor weather and corrosion?
Construction features a multilayer glass composite enclosure with heavy bracing, a 14-gauge stainless steel grille, open cell foam backing, stainless steel mesh, and weather-treated hardware throughout. All components are rated for outdoor permanent or portable deployment in harsh environmental conditions.
What drivers and transformer does it use?
The AW526 pairs a JBL 2265H-1 15-inch differential drive low-frequency driver with dual voice coil and dual magnetic gap design against a 2432H compression driver with a 1.5-inch exit and 75 mm voice coil. It includes a 400 W 70/100V power transformer with CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals accepting up to 10 AWG wire.
How does it compare to other high-output outdoor speakers?
The AW526 competes with systems like the Bose ShowMatch DL, Meyer Sound Lyon, and EAW KF730 in the professional outdoor PA market. Its differentiators are JBL's dual voice coil differential-drive low-frequency technology, rotatable waveguide flexibility, and all-weather construction built for both permanent installation and portable touring.
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 $390 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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