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JBL Control 321CT 12" 2-Way 250W Coaxial 70V/100V Ceiling Speaker

BH #JBC321CT • MFR #CONTROL 321CT
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JBL Control 321CT 12" 2-Way 250W Coaxial 70V/100V Ceiling Speaker
Key Features
  • Passive Design
  • 12" Woofer with Kevlar-Reinforced Cone
  • High-Frequency Compression Driver
  • 250W Program (1000W Peak) Power Capacity
The JBL Control 321CT is a passive 12" coaxial ceiling speaker with a multi-tap transformer designed for voice amplification and foreground music reproduction in waiting rooms, offices, retail stores, and restaurants. With a low-saturation transformer for compatibility with a 70V/100V power amplifier (available separately), this 2-way speaker provides a long-term power capacity of 250W (1000W peak). The Control 321CT is equipped with a durable 12" Kevlar-reinforced cone and a titanium-diaphragm compression driver, yielding an extended frequency response of 47 Hz to 16 kHz.

The cone, which also serves as a waveguide, results in reliable 90° broadband coverage while the built-in crossover network ensures proper frequency distribution to the speaker components. A removable locking connector with screw-down terminals ensures easy wiring at the desired power tap setting.

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JBL Control 321CT Overview

The JBL Control 321CT is a passive 12" coaxial ceiling speaker with a multi-tap transformer designed for voice amplification and foreground music reproduction in waiting rooms, offices, retail stores, and restaurants. With a low-saturation transformer for compatibility with a 70V/100V power amplifier (available separately), this 2-way speaker provides a long-term power capacity of 250W (1000W peak). The Control 321CT is equipped with a durable 12" Kevlar-reinforced cone and a titanium-diaphragm compression driver, yielding an extended frequency response of 47 Hz to 16 kHz.

The cone, which also serves as a waveguide, results in reliable 90° broadband coverage while the built-in crossover network ensures proper frequency distribution to the speaker components. A removable locking connector with screw-down terminals ensures easy wiring at the desired power tap setting.

Coaxial ceiling speaker with pre-attached ported baffle
Low-saturation 68W multi-tap transformer enables use with 70V/100V constant-voltage systems
Long-term power handling of 250W (1000W peak)
Durable 12" Kevlar-reinforced cone serves as a waveguide for high frequencies
Metal throat transitions smoothly to the horn to eliminate high-frequency beaming
High-temperature voice coil
High-frequency driver features a pure titanium diaphragm for high sensitivity and long life, a diamond surround for resonance control, and FerroFluid for increased power handling
Consistent 90° coverage on a broadband basis
Built-in crossover network with 18 dB/octave high-pass filter and 12 dB/octave low-pass filter
Integrated EZRail temporarily holds one side of the speaker baffle in place until the installer can affix the baffle to the backcan with screws
Removable multi-pin locking connector with secure screw-down terminals allows pre-wiring of inputs for easy clip-on convenience during installation
Compatible with MTC-300SG12 grille, and MTC-300BB12 backbox (both available separately)

JBL Control 321CT Specs

Active or Passive
Passive
LF Driver
12" / 30 cm Woofer with Kevlar-Reinforced Cone and 2" / 5 cm Voice Coil
HF Driver
JBL 2412H-1 Compression Driver with 1" / 2.5 cm Voice Coil
Frequency Range
34 Hz to 18 kHz (-10 dB)
Frequency Response
47 Hz to 16 kHz (±3 dB)
Coverage Pattern
90° Conical, Broadband (Average 1 to 16 kHz)
Directivity Factor
8.7 (1 to 16 kHz)
Directivity Index
9.4 dB (1 to 16 kHz)
Power Capacity
For 2 Hours: 250 W (1000 W Peak)
For 100 Hours: 200 W (800 W Peak)
Sensitivity
Measured Half-Space: 94 dB (2.83 V at 1 m)
Computed for Competitive Comparison: 99 dB (2.83 V at 1 m)
Maximum SPL
118 dB Continuous Average (124 dB Peak)
Impedance
Not applicable
Transformer Taps
Watts at 70 V: 8.5, 17, 34, 68
Watts at 100 V: 17, 34, 68
Insertion Loss
0.9 dB typical
Crossover
Frequency: 1.8 kHz
Low-Pass Filter: 2nd Order (12 dB/Octave)
High-Pass Filter: 3rd Order (18 dB/Octave)
Input
Removable Locking Connector with Screw-Down Terminals
Maximum Wire Size
12 AWG
Shielded
No
Baffle
Material: Metal
Dimensions: 14.4 x 14.4" / 36.6 x 36.6 cm
Dimensions
14.4 x 14.4 x 9.4" / 36.6 x 36.6 x 24.0 cm
Weight
18 lb / 8.2 kg
Safety Rating
UL 1480, UL 2043, NFPA 90, and NFPA 70 when Installed with a UL-Listed Backcan
S7232/UL, UL 1876, IEC 60849 / EN 60849
Packaging Info
Package Weight
27 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
18 x 18 x 12"

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