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JBL Control 312CS 12" 400W In-Ceiling Subwoofer Driver

BH #JBC312CS • MFR #CONTROL 312CS
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JBL Control 312CS 12" 400W In-Ceiling Subwoofer Driver
Key Features
  • Passive Design
  • 12" Woofer with Kevlar-Reinforced Cone
  • 3" Voice Coil
  • 400W Long-Term Power Capacity
The JBL Control 312CS is a passive 12" in-ceiling subwoofer driver designed to deliver reliable low-frequency reinforcement for foreground music systems in a variety of venues such as boardrooms, retail stores, and restaurants. When driven by an 8-Ohm power amplifier (available separately), this subwoofer is capable of a 400W long-term power capacity. The Control 312CS features a durable 12" woofer with a Kevlar-reinforced cone and a 3" voice coil, and boasts a frequency response of 34 Hz to 3.5 kHz.

A removable locking connector offers screw-down terminals for input and loop-thru output connections. Installation is simplified via the built-in EZRail, which holds the pre-attached baffle in place until it is affixed to a backcan (available separately). The Control 312CS is intended for use with systems utilizing active external crossovers and separate subwoofer amplification.

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JBL Control 312CS Overview

The JBL Control 312CS is a passive 12" in-ceiling subwoofer driver designed to deliver reliable low-frequency reinforcement for foreground music systems in a variety of venues such as boardrooms, retail stores, and restaurants. When driven by an 8-Ohm power amplifier (available separately), this subwoofer is capable of a 400W long-term power capacity. The Control 312CS features a durable 12" woofer with a Kevlar-reinforced cone and a 3" voice coil, and boasts a frequency response of 34 Hz to 3.5 kHz.

A removable locking connector offers screw-down terminals for input and loop-thru output connections. Installation is simplified via the built-in EZRail, which holds the pre-attached baffle in place until it is affixed to a backcan (available separately). The Control 312CS is intended for use with systems utilizing active external crossovers and separate subwoofer amplification.

Ideal for reinforcing full-range speakers for foreground music systems
For use with 8-Ohm power amplifier
Low-distortion 12" woofer with Kevlar-reinforced cone and 3" voice coil
400W (1000W peak) long-term (for two hours) system power rating
Removable locking connector with screw-down terminals for easy wiring of the input and loop-thru output
Pre-attached ported baffle equipped with EZRail for simplified backbox installation
Low-frequency extension down to low 30 Hz (-10 dB)
Compatible with MTC-300SG12 grille, and MTC-300BB12 backbox (both available separately)

JBL Control 312CS Specs

Active or Passive
Passive
LF Driver
12" / 30 cm Woofer with Kevlar-Reinforced Cone and 3" / 7.5 cm Voice Coil on Aluminum Former
Frequency Range
30 Hz to 4.5 kHz (-10 dB)
Frequency Response
34 Hz to 3.5 kHz (±3 dB)
Power Capacity
For 2 Hours: 400 W (1000 W Peak)
For 100 Hours: 250 W (600 W Peak)
Sensitivity
93 dB (Measured Half-Space, 2.83 V at 1 m)
Maximum SPL
121 dB Continuous Average (124 dB Peak)
Nominal Impedance
8 Ohms
Input
Removable Locking Connector with Screw-Down Terminals (Input Terminals and Loop-Thru Output Terminals)
Maximum Wire Gauge
12 AWG
Shielded
No
Baffle
Material: Metal
Design: Ported, with EZRail for Backbox Installation
Dimensions: 14.4 x 14.4" / 36.6 x 36.6 cm
Dimensions
14.4 x 14.4 x 6.3" / 36.6 x 36.6 x 16.0 cm from Back of Baffle
Weight
17 lb / 7.7 kg
Safety Rating
UL 1480, UL 2043, NFPA 90, and NFPA 70 when Installed with UL-Listed Backcan
S7232/UL, UL 1876, IEC 60849 / EN 60849
Packaging Info
Package Weight
21 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
17.5 x 17.5 x 12.5"

JBL Control 312CS Reviews

Lost of Bass

By Paul
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-09-30

This speaker has lots of punch. I use it with crown amplifiers, and you can really feel it in your chest. You'll need to purchase the box to mount the speaker separately.

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