JBL AWC159 All-Weather 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker with 15-Inch LF - Black

About: JBL AWC159 All-Weather 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker with 15-Inch LF - Black

The AWC159 is a compact, coaxial-driver, 2-way, highly weather-resistant full-range loudspeaker system which is ideal for speech and music in a wide variety of applications, including sports facilities, racetracks, stadiums, fairgrounds, rodeos, skating rinks, themed entertainment venues, cruise ships, water parks, outdoor background music/paging systems, swimming pools, and a wide variety of other outdoor or indoor venue types.

The AWC159 is comprised of a high-power coaxial 380 mm (15 in) low frequency driver and 38 mm (1.5 in) high frequency compression driver.The co-axial design utilizes a unique tapered polepiece design and transitions to the cone of the low frequency driver as a large diameter pattern control horn for the high frequencies, both eliminating high-frequency beaming which is common among this category of speaker and extending pattern control to the lowest possible frequencies. The result is a coaxial speaker with wide, extremely consistent 90° coverage on a broadband basis.

Component features include a Kevlar-reinforced low frequency cone for reliability, well-damped surround for smooth frequency response, high temperature 75 mm (3 in) voice coil and a reduced distortion design through saturated-gap magnet geometry. The high frequency compression driver features a unique patented design, high temperature polymer diaphragm, and fluid-cooling for high output levels with low distortion.

The paintable enclosure is constructed of thick ABS plus fiberglass and is heavily braced to maximize low-frequency performance. The corrosion-resistant zinc-rich extra-thick powder coated steel grille is backed with open cell foam and high thread-count mesh, providing excellent protection in the harshest environments. The system is rated IP-56, per IEC529 when installed at minimum 5° down-tilt.

The system is equipped with a 300W 70V/100V multi-tap transformer. Connection is made via outdoor-rated terminals in a recessed terminal cup. A protective terminal compartment cover is included, along with gland nut, which forms a water-tight seal with round-jacketed cable having The high frequency compression driver features a unique patented design, high temperature polymer diaphragm, and fluid-cooling for high output levels with low distortion.

A heavy-duty weather-capable zinc-rich, thickpowder coated U-type mounting bracket isincluded.

Features

• Highly weather-resistant IP56 rating
• Consistent 90° x 90° broadband pattern control
• Components:
  • 380 mm (15 in) woofer with Kevlar-reinforced cone and 75 mm (3 in) voice coil.
  • 38 mm (1.5 in) diaphragm compression driver with patented design and high temperature polymer diaphragm.
• Extraordinary clarity for speech, with extended frequency response for music.
• Advanced high-slope crossover network for constant coverage and smooth, natural midrange.
• 500 Watt power handling (average continuous pink noise) with high sensitivity provides high SPL capability.
• High-power passive crossover network.
• 52 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response.
• 300 Watt 70V/100V multi-tap (built-in transformer) or direct 8Ω low-impedance.

Specifications

• Frequency Range (-10dB) -  52 Hz – 20 kHz
• Frequency Response (±3 dB) -  80 Hz – 20 kHz
• Coverage Pattern -  90° x 90°
• Directivity Factor (Q) -  11.1 (1 k – 16 kHz)
• Directivity Index (DI) -  9.7 dB (1k – 16 kHz)
• System Power Rating -  500 W (2000 W peak), 2 hrs. 300 W (1200 W peak), 100 hrs
• Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) -  98 dB (Ave. 80 Hz – 20 kHz)
• Maximum SPL (1m) -  Direct 8Ω: 125 dB (peaks of 131 dB) 300 W Tap: 123 dB (peaks of 129 dB)
• Crossover Network -  1.5 kHz, 4th order (24 dB/oct) high-pass plus conjugate to HF, 2nd order low-pass to LF
• Nominal Impedance -  8 ohms
• Transformer Taps -  70V: 300W, 150W, 75W, 38W 100V: 300W, 150W, 75W
• LF Driver -  Kevlar-reinforced cone with weather treatment, 75 mm (3 in) voice coil.
• HF Driver -  2408H-2 38 mm (1.5 in) diaphragm and voice coil diameter, patented high-temperature annular polymer diaphragm, copper-clad aluminum coil, fluid-cooled.
• Enclosure -  ABS with Glass enclosure, heavily braced
• Attachment -  Two M10 (course-thread) points for included U-bracket. M6 secondary safety attachment point on back panel.
• Grille -  Corrosion-resistant zinc-rich extra-thick powder coated steel grille, 3-layer assembly with foam and woven poly mesh backing.
• Input Connection -  CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals. Barrier terminals accept up to 8 mm outside 4 mm inside open-lug (#6 or #8) plus bare wire up to 2.5 mm2 (12 AWG) wire or spade lugs. Terminal compartment cover equipped with gland nut that forms water-tight seal with roundjacketed cables with outside diameters between 4.0 mm (0.16") and 9.0 mm (0.36")
• Environmental -  IP56 per IEC529, with a minimum 5° downward aiming angle. Exceeds Mil Spec 810 for humidity, salt spray, temperature & UV, and ASTM G85 for acid-air/salt-spray (336 hrs).
• Colors -  Available in gray (similar to Pantone 420C) and black (-BK)
• Included Accessories -  U-bracket, matches loudspeaker color (gray or black), zinc-rich extrathick powder coated, steel.
• Crossover Modes -  Passive
• Nominal LF Driver Impedance -  8 ohms
• Suspension Attachment -  Two M10 (fine-thread) points for included U-bracket. M6 secondary safety attachment point on back panel.
• Dimensions - 19.1 x 19.1 x 18.8 inch (486 x 486 x 479 mm)
  • cabinet 19.9 in (507 mm) depth with gland nut 21.5 in (546 mm) including bracket extending to back
• Net Weight (each) 
  • ​Speaker - 45.5 lbs (20.6 kg)
  • Speaker with u-bracket - 51.5 lb (23.4 kg)