The JBL Control 65P/T is a compact, high-performance full-range pendant loudspeaker designed for open-ceiling and architectural environments. Featuring a 5.25-inch broadband driver, the Control 65P/T delivers smooth, consistent coverage with outstanding clarity and low-frequency extension for background music and paging applications.

Its Radiation Boundary Integrator® (RBI) technology ensures even sonic dispersion, while the sleek pendant form factor blends seamlessly with modern commercial spaces such as restaurants, retail stores, hotels, and hospitality venues.

Equipped with a multi-tap 60W transformer for 70V/100V distributed systems and the ability to operate in low-impedance mode, the Control 65P/T provides installation flexibility and reliable performance.

JBL CONTROL 65P/T Key Features

  • Compact pendant loudspeaker for open-ceiling applications

  • 5.25-inch (135 mm) broadband driver for full-range sound

  • RBI® (Radiation Boundary Integrator) technology for enhanced coverage

  • 120° conical coverage pattern

  • Integrated 60W multi-tap transformer (70V/100V)

  • 8-ohm low-impedance operation option

  • Elegant, unobtrusive industrial design

  • Included suspension cable system for easy installation

  • Available in black or white

  • Ideal for retail, hospitality, restaurants, and commercial environments

JBL CONTROL 65P/T Specifications

Frequency Range (-10dB) 55 Hz – 20 kHz
Frequency Range (±3 dB) 78 Hz – 18 kHz
Power Rating 75 Watts Continuous Pink Noise Power (with 300 Watts peaks)150 Watts Continuous Program Power
Nominal Sensitivity 86 dB
Coverage Angle 120° conical
Directivity Factor (Q) 5.3
Directivity Index (DI) 7.2 dB
Maximum SPL (1m) 105 dB continuous pink noise, 111 dB peak
Impedance 8 ohms
Transformer Taps 70V: 60W, 30W, 15W & 7.5W100V: 60W, 30W, 15W
Transformer Insertion Loss 0.5 dB @ 7.5 W, 0.5 dB @ 15 W, 0.6 dB @ 30 W, 0.7 dB @ 60 W
Drivers LF: 130 mm (5¼ in) polypropylene-coated paper with pure butyl rubber surround, 25 mm (1 in) copper voice coil, vented fiberglass resin voice coil-former
HF: 20 mm (¾ in) textile soft-dome, neodymium magnet assembly, ferro-fluid cooling, aluminum voice coil former
Enclosure High impact polystyrene
Grille Zinc-plated steel grille with powder-coat finish, foam backing (removable for painting)
Outdoor Capability Exceeds Mil Spec 810 for humidity, salt spray, temperature & UV. IP44 capability per IEC 529 – splashproof rating.
Input Connectors Two removable locking euro-block 2-pin connectors with screwdown terminals for bare wire. Connectors paralleled for input and loop-thru. Max. wire 12 AWG (2.5 mm2). Rubber terminal covers included.
Suspension Two identical suspension systems (one as main suspension cable and the other as safety cable), each consisting of 4.5 m (15 ft) long 2 mm (0.077 in) high-tensile galvanized-steel wire rope suspension cable with spring-clips for clipping onto the loudspeaker bracket and Gripple™ brand adjustable-height cable fasteners for infinitely adjustable height. Cables have SWL rating of 45 kg (99 lb).
Safety Agency Speaker listed per UL1480, transformer registered per UL1876. In accordance with IEC60849/EN60849. Suspension system and Gripple®-brand cable fastener listed per UL1598 and UL2239, TUV, and CSA Class 3426-01 & Class 3426-81.
Dimensions (H x W x D) 234 mm (9.3 in) diameter x 259 mm (10.2 in) height to top of cabinet. 279 mm (11.0 in) to top of suspension bracket.
Net Weight (each) 3.7 kg (8 lbs)
Shipping Weight (pair) 8.7 kg (19 lbs)
Included Accessories Two suspension cable systems (see “Suspension”, above), two 2-pin removable locking euro-block connectors, two rubber covers for euro-block connectors
Optional Accessories MTC-PC60 top panel / terminal cover
Colors Available in black or white (-WH). Paintable.
List price: $330.00
Price: $275.00