JBL PD566 15" 2-way full-range, 60 X 60

JBL PD566 15" 2-Way Full-Range Speaker System

The JBL PD566 is a precisely engineered trapezoidal enclosure speaker built for studio monitoring and recording applications where controlled directivity and acoustic predictability matter. Its 60° × 60° coverage pattern and symmetrical cabinet geometry deliver consistent, coloration-free dispersion in both horizontal and vertical orientations, making it an excellent choice for tracking rooms, control rooms, and production spaces requiring uniform tonal character across the listening area without proximity-related anomalies.

Recording & Monitoring Performance

This system delivers 104 dB SPL sensitivity in passive mode and extends to 133 dB continuous / 139 dB peak SPL in bi-amp configuration, providing ample headroom for capturing and monitoring full dynamic range in professional sessions. The 50 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range with 90 Hz to 17 kHz ±3 dB response ensures transparent, full-spectrum monitoring, while the Directivity Index of 12 dB maintains tight pattern control and minimizes room reflections that cloud mixing decisions.

Cabinet Design & Studio Integration

Built from 18 mm 11-ply Finnish birch plywood with trapezoidal side angles, the PD566 resists cabinet colorations and maintains structural rigidity for reliable long-term studio deployment. The rotatable waveguide accommodates both horizontal and vertical placement within tracking and mixing environments, while bi-amp/passive switchable crossover at 1.3 kHz enables seamless integration into powered studio monitoring chains or passive system architectures.

Key Features

• Frequency Range: 50 Hz to 20 kHz (–10 dB)
• Frequency Response: 90 Hz to 17 kHz (±3 dB)
• Coverage Pattern: 60° × 60° with 12 dB Directivity Index
• System Sensitivity: 104 dB SPL (1W @ 1m, passive mode)
• Maximum SPL: 133 dB continuous / 139 dB peak (bi-amp); 131 dB continuous / 137 dB peak (passive)
• 15-inch low-frequency driver with 75 mm progressive transition waveguide
• Switchable bi-amp / passive operation with 1.3 kHz crossover
• Power Rating (AES): 450W LF / 75W HF (2 hrs); 300W LF / 50W HF (100 hrs)
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
• Construction: 18 mm 11-ply Finnish birch plywood, trapezoidal enclosure
• Rotatable waveguide for horizontal or vertical cabinet orientation
• Dimensions: 782 × 783 × 670 mm (H × W × D); Weight: 69 kg (152 lb)

The PD566 combines controlled directivity, transparent monitoring capability, and robust construction for studios where acoustic consistency and flexible deployment support critical tracking and mixing work.