JBL Control 52 2.5" Surface-mount Satellite Spk, Blk (Pair)
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- Brand new in original box
- Full JBL manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- CONTROL-52
Description
JBL Control 52 2.5" Surface-mount Satellite Speaker, Black
The JBL Control 52 is a compact surface-mount satellite speaker built for accurate playback in studio monitoring and post-production environments. Its small footprint and adjustable wall-mount bracket allow precision placement in control rooms, mix suites, and broadcast facilities, while its low-distortion driver delivers articulate, consistent audio across a wide listening area. Built on JBL's professional-grade design principles, this speaker handles both conventional and high-voltage line inputs with straightforward reliability for flexible studio routing.
Design & Build
The speaker measures just 115 x 84 x 96 mm (4.5 x 3.3 x 3.75 in), making it ideal for tight mounting situations in compact studios and equipment racks. Its included wall-mount bracket allows up to 45° off-axis angling to position monitoring exactly where needed, and the black finish integrates seamlessly into any control room aesthetic.
Audio Performance
The 60 mm (2.5 in) driver features a secondary bucking magnet, polypropylene cone, and vented Nomex former for controlled, distortion-free output across critical frequency ranges. With 150° x 150° omnidirectional coverage and a nominal sensitivity of 85 dB (4.0V/1m = 1W), this satellite renders clear midrange and treble definition suitable for reference monitoring. The speaker operates at 16 ohms impedance and accepts both low-impedance and 70V/100V distributed line inputs, making it adaptable to various studio console and interface configurations.
Key Features
- 60 mm low-distortion driver with secondary bucking magnet
- Polypropylene cone material
- 19 mm (0.75 in) copper clad aluminum wire voice coil on vented Nomex former
- Copper-capped pole piece
- Cabinet dimensions: 115 x 84 x 96 mm (4.5 x 3.3 x 3.75 in)
- 16 ohm impedance
- 50W continuous program capacity (2 hrs); 30W continuous program (100 hrs)
- Nominal sensitivity: 85 dB (4.0V/1m = 1W), 82 dB (2.83V, 1m)
- 150° x 150° omnidirectional coverage pattern
- Wall-mount bracket with up to 45° off-axis angling
- Low-impedance and 70V/100V distributed line compatible
- Included wall-mount brackets
The Control 52 combines compact form factor, professional drivers, and flexible input options to function reliably in studio monitoring, post-production, and broadcast mixing applications.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The JBL Control 52 is a budget-friendly distributed satellite speaker suited for installations requiring background music, paging, or conferencing audio rather than critical mixing or mastering work. Its 60 mm low-distortion driver, polypropylene cone, and 150° omnidirectional coverage deliver articulate midrange and clear treble across wide listening areas with minimal distortion. The speaker's 16 ohm impedance and dual input compatibility (low-impedance and 70V/100V line) make it adaptable to multi-zone systems, though it is not intended for studio monitoring or close-field reference listening.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Commercial installation, Background music distribution, Conferencing systems, Retail environments |
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| Tonal character | Articulate midrange, clear treble, low distortion, consistent coverage, neutral character |
| Less specialized for | Critical listening, Studio monitoring, Live performance (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What spaces is the Control 52 best suited for?
The Control 52 is engineered for commercial installations, background music distribution, conferencing systems, and retail environments where unobtrusive, consistent coverage is needed. Its compact 4.5 x 3.3 x 3.75 inch cabinet and adjustable wall mount make it ideal for tight mounting situations.
What input options does it support?
The Control 52 accepts both low-impedance and 70V/100V distributed line inputs, making it compatible with a wide range of commercial audio system configurations and amplifiers.
How much power can it handle continuously?
The speaker is rated for 50W continuous program capacity over 2 hours, or 30W continuous program over 100 hours of operation.
What is the coverage pattern?
The Control 52 delivers 150° x 150° omnidirectional coverage with a nominal sensitivity of 85 dB (4.0V/1m = 1W), ensuring consistent audio distribution across a wide listening area.
Is this speaker suitable for studio monitoring or live sound?
No—the Control 52 is designed specifically for commercial installation and background audio applications. It is not intended for critical listening, studio monitoring, or live performance 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 $15 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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