JBL Professional Series Control 14C/T Two-Way 4" Coaxial Ceiling Loudspeakers (White, Pair)

Overview

The JBL CONTROL 14C/T is a pair of two-way coaxial ceiling loudspeakers designed to deliver clear and balanced sound for foreground music and paging applications. Featuring a 4 inch woofer with a polypropylene cone and a 19 mm soft-dome tweeter, these speakers cover a frequency range from 74 Hz to 20 kHz with a wide 120 degree dispersion. Their design suits environments like cafés, offices, classrooms, and retail spaces where even sound coverage and reliable performance are essential.

Key features

• Coaxial two-way design that combines a 4 inch woofer and a 19 mm tweeter for balanced audio across a broad frequency range
• Wide 120 degree coverage pattern to fill rooms evenly without dead zones
• Woofer cone made from polypropylene with a butyl rubber surround for resistance to water and humidity
• Liquid-cooled tweeter ensures consistent performance during extended playback periods
• Flexible power options supporting both low-impedance (8 ohm) and distributed audio systems (70 V / 100 V) with multiple transformer taps
• Pre-attached backcan and blind-mount dog-ears simplify and speed up ceiling installation
• Dual cable clamps provide strain relief for secure wiring
• Magnetic grille offers a clean, professional finish that is easy to install and remove

Key specs

• Woofer size: 4 inch polypropylene cone with butyl rubber surround
• Tweeter size: 19 mm soft-dome with liquid cooling
• Frequency response: 74 Hz to 20 kHz
• Coverage angle: 120 degrees
• Power handling: 30 W at 8 ohms; transformer taps at 25 W, 12.5 W, 6.3 W, and 3.2 W for 70 V / 100 V systems
• Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
• Installation: Pre-attached backcan, blind-mount dog-ears, dual cable clamps, magnetic grille

Connectivity and compatibility

The Control 14C/T speakers are designed to integrate seamlessly into a variety of audio setups. They support both traditional low-impedance amplifiers and distributed audio systems, making them adaptable to existing infrastructure or new installations. This flexibility allows installers to mix these speakers with other models on the same line or dedicate them to specific zones, providing tailored sound coverage for different spaces.

Installation and setup

Installation is streamlined with features that reduce labor time and complexity. Each speaker comes with a pre-attached backcan that protects the internal components and simplifies mounting. Blind-mount dog-ears secure the speaker firmly in place without visible hardware, while dual cable clamps ensure strain relief for wiring. The magnetic grille snaps on easily, providing a neat appearance and quick access for maintenance.

Ideal uses and environments

These ceiling loudspeakers are well suited to commercial and institutional environments where clear foreground music and paging are needed. They perform reliably in spaces such as boutique hotel lobbies, office hallways, classrooms, and retail stores. Their resistance to humidity and long-term reliability make them a strong choice for venues that require continuous audio playback throughout the day.