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product_id: 32612271
title: "Professional Control 28-1 high output, 8 inch, 120 watt direct 8Ω setting, built-in 60 Watt 70V transformer, indoor / outdoor background, foreground speaker, Sold as a Pair. Black."
brand: "jbl"
price: "$U80923"
currency: UYU
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Jbl"
url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/32612271-professional-control-28-1-high-output-8-inch-120-watt
store_origin: UY
region: Uruguay
---

# 100° x 100° coverage 120W power handling Built-in 60W 70V transformer Professional Control 28-1 high output, 8 inch, 120 watt direct 8Ω setting, built-in 60 Watt 70V transformer, indoor / outdoor background, foreground speaker, Sold as a Pair. Black.

**Brand:** jbl
**Price:** $U80923
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your space with JBL’s powerhouse sound – don’t just hear it, feel it!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Professional Control 28-1 high output, 8 inch, 120 watt direct 8Ω setting, built-in 60 Watt 70V transformer, indoor / outdoor background, foreground speaker, Sold as a Pair. Black. by jbl
- **How much does it cost?** $U80923 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/32612271-professional-control-28-1-high-output-8-inch-120-watt)

## Best For

- jbl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted jbl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **High-Fidelity Audio:** 8” woven fiberglass woofer + 1” fluid-cooled tweeter deliver rich bass and crisp highs.
- • **Versatile Installation:** InvisiBall mounting and optional U-bracket for seamless wall, ceiling, or post setup.
- • **Rugged & Stylish Design:** Weather-resistant, contemporary look built to withstand indoor/outdoor environments.
- • **Precision Sound Coverage:** Consistent 100° x 100° dispersion fills every corner with crystal-clear audio.
- • **Powerful Dual-Pair Output:** 240W program power ensures your sound dominates any space.

## Overview

The JBL Professional Control 28-1 is a high-output, dual-speaker set designed for demanding indoor and outdoor audio environments. Featuring 120W power handling per speaker, a built-in 60W 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, and a broad 45 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response, it delivers rich, high-fidelity sound with wide 100° x 100° coverage. Its rugged, weather-resistant design and flexible mounting options make it ideal for commercial and residential spaces seeking premium background or foreground audio performance.

## Description

Discover the JBL Professional Control 28-1, a high-output indoor/outdoor background/foreground speaker designed to elevate your soundscape. Whether you're setting up in residential, retail stores, restaurants, health clubs, theme parks, educational facilities, or leisure venues, this versatile speaker delivers exceptional performance and durability. The 8” woofer with a woven fiberglass cone and a 1” PEI diaphragm tweeter with fluid cooling ensures rich sonic character and high fidelity sound, making it perfect for both music and paging applications. Engineered for superior sound quality, the JBL Control 28-1 offers a wide 100° x 100° consistent coverage, ensuring every corner of your space is filled with clear, immersive audio. With a robust 120 Watt power handling (240 Watt program) in direct 8Ω setting, and a built-in 60 Watt 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, this speaker is built to handle demanding audio environments. The broad frequency response of 45 Hz – 20 kHz guarantees that you'll enjoy deep bass, crisp highs, and everything in between. Designed with aesthetics and functionality in mind, the Control 28-1 features built-in InvisiBall® mounting hardware and an optional U-bracket (sold separately) for flexible and secure installation. Its contemporary, weather-resistant design fits seamlessly into a wide range of decors, making it an excellent choice for both indoor and outdoor applications. Whether you're looking for outdoor speakers for your patio, pool, or garden, or enhancing your indoor audio setup, the Control 28-1 is your go-to solution. Elevate your audio experience with the JBL Professional Control 28-1. Its high-output performance, versatile installation options, and sleek design make it the ideal choice for any commercial or residential setting.

Review: Fantastic outdoor speakers for a large area. - These speakers are so impressive, I just love them. The 10" woofer is excellent at bass. Best 10 I have heard. They go so loud it is almost funny, we are in real private place so not a problem for us. Sound good and controlled at all volumes. I am driving them with a Sonos amp. 250 watts a channel into 4 ohms. The mount works very well. Build is at a very high level. On the negative side, they are BIG, I was shocked "oh my what have I done" but once installed not a problem. I did not need the 8 pound transformer in each one so I removed to make a bit lighter. (find on internet) On certain pieces of music I can hear a bit of "color" from the cabinet but it is not a big deal or problem. Just be sure you have space for these and a big area to fill sound with, also need good power I would say 250 watts minimum. I am happy with the Sonos as it allows me to control volume with my phone. Do not try to run these speakers off your receivers "B" Speaker, it does not have enough power. I tried.
Review: NOT BlueTooth - Prime lists these speakers as BlueTooth-enabled; they are not. They're hardwire, and a pair require at least a 120 watt amp to push these 8-ohm jewels (eg, JBL VMA 1120) in sequence or parallel. That explained, they sound exquisite in a 30 x 40 outdoor space w enough loud (top - 90 dB), and pair with a TV w the right app.

## Features

- Sold as a pair. With a robust 120 watt power handling (240 watt program) in direct 8Ω setting, and a built-in 60 watt 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, this speaker is built to handle demanding audio environments.
- 8” woofer with woven fiberglass cone, 1” PEI diaphragm tweeter with fluid cooling for great sounding, long lasting performance. High fidelity sound character with broad frequency response of 45 Hz – 20 kHz. 100° x 100° consistent coverage.
- Contemporary high-design, weather resistant components. Suitable for indoor or outdoor, background or foreground sound systems in virtually any environment.
- Great for residential, retail stores, restaurants, health clubs, theme parks, educational facilities, hospitality, music cafes, leisure venues and anywhere where a top quality high-output music and/or paging is required.
- Built-in InvisiBall mounting hardware, plus available U-bracket (sold separately). Can be mounted to a wall, ceiling, or post for perfect placement. Available here in Black. Also available in White.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01FIOASS6 |
| Additional Features | Waterproof |
| Age Range Description | All |
| Antenna Location | Control |
| Audio Driver Size | 8 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Mono |
| Best Sellers Rank | #52,571 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #117 in Outdoor Speakers |
| Brand | JBL |
| Built-In Media | JBL Professional Control 28-1 High Output Indoor/Outdoor Background/Foreground Speaker, Black, Sold as Pair |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Amplifier |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | App |
| Controller Type | Button |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 69 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) with 10% glass fill |
| Frequency Response | 62 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00691991002045 |
| Input Voltage | 100 Volts |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 8.6"D x 11.1"W x 15"H |
| Item Type Name | PA System |
| Item Weight | 16.6 Pounds |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | Harman Music Group |
| Model Name | CONTROL 28-1 |
| Model Number | JBL Control 28-1 |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount, Ceiling Mount |
| Number Of Circuits | 1 |
| Number of Audio Channels | 2.0 |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Number of Power Levels | 4 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Series Number | 28 |
| Speaker Maximum Output Power | 240 Watts |
| Speaker Size | 8 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Satellite |
| Specific Uses For Product | Residential, retail stores, restaurants, health clubs, theme parks, educational facilities, hospitality venues, music cafes, leisure venues |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 8 Inches |
| Tweeter Diameter | 1 Inches |
| UPC | 750408395801 691991002045 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Limited |
| Warranty Type | Limited Manufacturers Warranty |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |
| Woofer Diameter | 20.32 Centimeters |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Mono
- **Brand:** JBL
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired
- **Frequency Response:** 62 Hz
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 240 Watts

## Images

![Professional Control 28-1 high output, 8 inch, 120 watt direct 8Ω setting, built-in 60 Watt 70V transformer, indoor / outdoor background, foreground speaker, Sold as a Pair. Black. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71yomJVWX6L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can someone plz explain to me in layman terms what the difference between 28-1 and 28-1L is?**
A: The 28-1 has a rotary 70V transformer with several tap values and an 8 ohm bypass built in.
The 28-1L is 8 ohms only.

**Q: Is this a pair or just one?**
A: Amazon lists four (4!) different speakers under one listing. You will absolutely have to determine which speaker you intend to buy. On this listing done are sold in pairs and some are sold in singles. The way the product selection is configured doesn't make it abundantly clear which speaker has option on pairs vs singles. Go on interwebs and check retail price from authorized seller like Sweetwater to determine if the price on Amazon is for a single or pairs

**Q: Is this sold as a pair? Its not stated anywhere. Thanks**
A: Yes they sell them as pairs

**Q: I have four of these installed at my home.  Each one runs directly back to an amp.  What is the recommended amp size in watts (per channel)?**
A: 175 W Continuous Program Power

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic outdoor speakers for a large area.
*by C***R on May 5, 2022*

These speakers are so impressive, I just love them. The 10" woofer is excellent at bass. Best 10 I have heard. They go so loud it is almost funny, we are in real private place so not a problem for us. Sound good and controlled at all volumes. I am driving them with a Sonos amp. 250 watts a channel into 4 ohms. The mount works very well. Build is at a very high level. On the negative side, they are BIG, I was shocked "oh my what have I done" but once installed not a problem. I did not need the 8 pound transformer in each one so I removed to make a bit lighter. (find on internet) On certain pieces of music I can hear a bit of "color" from the cabinet but it is not a big deal or problem. Just be sure you have space for these and a big area to fill sound with, also need good power I would say 250 watts minimum. I am happy with the Sonos as it allows me to control volume with my phone. Do not try to run these speakers off your receivers "B" Speaker, it does not have enough power. I tried.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NOT BlueTooth
*by B***R on October 9, 2025*

Prime lists these speakers as BlueTooth-enabled; they are not. They're hardwire, and a pair require at least a 120 watt amp to push these 8-ohm jewels (eg, JBL VMA 1120) in sequence or parallel. That explained, they sound exquisite in a 30 x 40 outdoor space w enough loud (top - 90 dB), and pair with a TV w the right app.

### ⭐ Defective out of the box
*by J***H on October 3, 2025*

One sounds good, but the second one is all distorted and does not function properly and Amazon refuses to replace it. I do not recommend purchasing through Amazon. This is a lot of money to spend on a defective speaker.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-28*