What does B-Stock mean for this speaker?

B-Stock indicates the unit is fully functional and meets all performance specifications, but may have minor cosmetic imperfections from display or handling. The speaker's audio quality and reliability are uncompromised.

What size wall cavity do I need to install this speaker?

The Control 126W requires a wall cavity between 20 and 40 liters (0.7 to 1.4 cubic feet) for optimal bass loading. The wall cutout dimensions are 246 × 181 mm (9.7 × 7.2 inches), fitting standard in-wall framing.

How much power does this speaker need, and what amplifier should I use?

The speaker is rated for 50 W continuous, 100 W program, and 200 W peak power at 8 ohms impedance. It works with modest amplifiers and integrates easily into both small and mid-sized systems without special equipment.

Can the tweeter be aimed, and what is the coverage pattern?

Yes, the 1-inch titanium dome tweeter is swivel-mounted and aimable, allowing you to direct high frequencies toward listening areas. The speaker delivers 180° horizontal by 160° vertical coverage, ensuring consistent sound across wider seating areas.

What frequencies does this speaker reproduce, and how does it compare to other in-wall models?

The Control 126W covers 38 Hz to 20 kHz with a smooth midrange, extended low end, and articulate highs. It compares closely to models like the Audix AP61 and Crown SI-2, offering professional crossover design in a compact, retrofit-friendly format.

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 $14 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.

JBL Control 126W 6.5" In-Wall Speaker

The Control 126W delivers professional-grade acoustic performance in a discreet in-wall format, engineered for studio monitoring and tracking applications where acoustic fidelity is non-negotiable and traditional speaker placement isn't feasible. Its compact profile and aimable tweeter make it well-suited to control rooms, tracking spaces, and retrofit installations where wall-mounted nearfield or mid-field monitoring serves tracking, mixing, or reference duties.

Acoustic Design & Coverage

This two-way system combines a 6.5-inch polymer-coated aluminum-cone woofer with a 1-inch pure-titanium dome tweeter, engineered for smooth, extended response from 38 Hz to 20 kHz. The high-slope 3rd-order crossover (18 dB/octave on both drivers) ensures natural midrange integration and 180° horizontal by 160° vertical coverage, allowing consistent monitoring across wider mixing positions than typical fixed-angle nearfield designs.

Power Handling & Installation Specifications

Rated for 50 W continuous, 100 W program, and 200 W peak power at 8 ohms impedance, the Control 126W integrates seamlessly with modest audio interfaces, mixing consoles, and powered monitors or can be paired with studio amplifiers for higher-output sessions. Wall cutout dimensions of 246 x 181 mm (9.7 x 7.2 inches) fit standard in-wall cavities, and the recommended 20 to 40-liter air cavity ensures proper bass loading for the woofer's extended low-frequency performance in the control-room frequency spectrum.

Key Features

165 mm (6.5 in) polymer-coated aluminum-cone woofer with pure butyl rubber surround
25 mm (1 in) pure-titanium dome low-diffraction swivel aimable tweeter
Frequency response: 38 Hz – 20 kHz
Sensitivity: 88 dB SPL
Coverage pattern: 180°H x 160°V (average 1 kHz – 8 kHz)
Power handling: 50 W continuous / 100 W program / 200 W peak
Impedance: 8 ohms
3rd-order (18 dB/octave) high-slope crossover design
Dimensions: 11" H x 8.5" W x 4.1" D (3.8" front-to-back)
Optimum air cavity: 20 to 40 liters (0.7 to 1.4 cubic feet)
Screw-down Euroblock connectors with 14 AWG maximum wire size
Wall cutout: 246 x 181 mm (9.7 x 7.2 inches)

The Control 126W combines professional crossover engineering with practical installation features, making it a reliable platform for studio tracking, mixing, and monitoring in setups where discrete, acoustically accurate wall integration is essential to session workflow.