JBL Control 1

JBL Control 1 is one of the most popular compact N/F monitors on the market. Used in studio's the world over.

JBL Control 1 is a small nearfeild monitor which also has an optional accompanying sub-bass unit. They are very compact monitors but VERY loud for their size albeit with reduced bass response due to their size, but despite that they have some serious loudness wack!!.... Very popular, & used in countless professional studio's worldwide they were one of the first compact nearfeilds on the market & as a consequence gained massive user-sales due to this thru the 80's & 90's...

There are three models black & white & grey...

JBL Control 1 - 99.00 euro - (AS22366)

JBL Control 1WH - 131.00 euro - (AS22367)

Control 1 spec's

Frequency Range: 70 Hz - 20 kHz (-10dB)
Power Capacity: 150 Watts (test signal of IEC filtered random noise with a peak-to-average ratio of 6dB, 2 hrs duration)
Sensitivity: 87dB 1W, 1m
Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms
Crossover Frequency: 6 kHz
Components: 135mm (5 1/4 in) low frequency loudspeaker 19mm (3/4 in) polycarbonate dome tweeter
Enclosure Material: Structural Foam
Finish: Black, Gray or White
Termination: Spring Terminal (adapted to accept dual banana plugs)
Dimensions (HxWxD): 235 x 159 x 143 mm (9.25 x 6.25 x 5.625 in)
Net Weight (each): 1.8 kg (4 lbs.)

Control 1 accessories

MTC-1 Adapter: This clamp-on unit allows the Control 1 to be mounted on photographic tripods, mike stands (with the MTC-4 or MTC-6) and other manufacturers' wall or clamp mount systems. Pair packed.

MTC-2 + Wall/Ceiling Mount System: This unit allows the Control 1 to be mounted to any rigid surface while permitting the speaker to be aimed in almost any direction. Optional Colors.

MTC-3 + Clamp Mount System: This unit allows the Control 1 to be clamped onto a variety of objects such as shelves, poles or table tops while permitting a range of adjustments. Optional Colors.

MTC-4 (European) Microphone Stand Adapter:

MTC-6 (Japanese) Stand Adapter: This unit allows Control 1 to be mounted on a microphone stand with European (Japanese) standard threads when used in conjunction with an MTC-1.

MTC-7 (American) Microphone Stand Adapter: This unit allows Control 1 to be mounted on a microphone stand with American standard threads.

MTC-8 Wall Mount Bracket: Low cost, fixed angle wall mount bracket. Optional Colors

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