JBL C221

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Overview

Two-Way ScreenArray Cinema Loudspeaker

The C221 Two-Way ScreenArray® Cinema Loudspeaker combines JBL’s latest technological advances with a compact footprint and accessible price point, making it easy to upgrade the sonic experience in your small or mid-sized cinema. Featuring patent-pending Dual Dissimilar Arraying and Acoustic Aperture Technology, the C221 provides remarkably uniform coverage and smooth, accurate sound reproduction for every member of your audience. The C221 has a depth of 12”, making it perfect for small and medium multiplexes with space constraints. And since the C221 uses the same driver technology trusted by top movie studios around the world, your audience will enjoy a more captivating, authentic experience from every seat in the house—just like the creators intended

Key Features

Next-generation two-way ScreenArray® design for maximum output, improved coverage and minimum distortion
Patent-pending Dual Dissimilar Arraying Technology creates coverage pattern for raked seating areas, and extends HF output power and pattern control a full octave in both spectrum extremes
Patent-pending Acoustic Aperture Technology delivers improved drivers for lower distortion and higher sensitivity, plus enhanced mid-range performance for a smooth crossover transition
12" footprint saves space without sacrificing performance
Designed for small and medium sized cinemas with a maximum throw distance of 18 m (59')

Specifications

Frequency Response (-10 dB)	35 Hz - 20 kHz
AES Power Rating	350 W
Free Field Sensitivity	101 dB
Max Continuous SPL	126 dB
Horizontal Coverage (-6 dB)	100°
Vertical Coverage (-6 dB)	60°
Nominal Impedance	8Ω
Input Connectors	Screw Terminal Barrier Strip
Furthest Seat	18 m / 59 ft
Low Frequency	1 x M115-8A
High Frequency	2 x 2409J-2
Dimensions (HxWxD)	35" x 33.75" x 12" 88.9 x 85.73 x 30.48 cm