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Compact 8-inch 2-way Loudspeaker with 90° x 50° Horn

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Compact 8-inch 2-way Loudspeaker with 90° x 50° Rotatable Horn

An extension of the industry-leading AE Series, the AE Compact family consists of high output, 2-way loudspeaker systems combining flexibility with high fidelity. Ranging from a single 5.25" point-and-shoot box to dual 8" loudspeaker system that are specifically designed for better serving the needs of both designers and artists alike. The ultra-compact AC15 and AC25 models include a 1" dome tweeter, while the AC16, AC26, AC18, and AC28 models feature 1" exit compression drivers, providing sonic clarity and crisp detail. Furthermore, the AC18 and AC28, featuring JBL's Progressive TransitionTM Rotatable Waveguides, offer the system designer a choice of coverage patterns in either 90° x 50° or 120° x 60° configurations.

Features

• 1” Exit Compression Driver Coverage PT™ Waveguide
• 205 mm (8 in) LF transducer
• Compact enclosure
• 500W Program
• Dual Neutrik NL4 connectors plus screw terminal
• FIR Tuning Set Delivers Optimized Frequency & Phase Response, Coverage Consistency, and Sound Quality
• Attachment points for optional U-bracket, third part OmniMount® type bracket and stand mount accessory

Applications

• Performing Arts Facilities
• Theatrical Sound Design
• Auditoriums
• Worship Facilities
• Live Clubs
• Dance Clubs
• Sports Facilities
• Themed Entertainment Venues

To improve reliability in weather conditions and reduce water ingress, cabinet dimensions of WRC & WRX models may be different than standard model dimensions. Contact [email protected] for drawings and/or dimension information of WRC & WRX models.

Downloads

Version	Language	Size	Uploaded
Specifications
AC18/95 Spec Sheet updated: Apr 2019	413 KB	Apr 2019
Manuals
AE Series Array Guide updated: Jul 2024		1.12 MB	Jul 2024
AE Series U-Bracket Handbook updated: Jul 2024		597 KB	Jul 2024
Weather Resistant Configurations version A, updated: May 2023	A		86.1 KB	May 2023
Painting AE Loudspeaker Cabinets updated: Mar 2025		115 KB	Mar 2025
Brochures
AE Series Brochure updated: Dec 2023		5.71 MB	Dec 2023
AE Compact Brochure updated: Jul 2024		1020 KB	Jul 2024
CAD Drawings
AE Compact Customer Drawings version 1.0, updated: Dec 2023	1.0	1.98 MB	Dec 2023
AE Series - WR Models Customer Drawings version 2.0, updated: May 2024	2.0	3.33 MB	May 2024
AE Compact Bracket Customer Drawings version 1.0, updated: Dec 2023	1.0	371 KB	Dec 2023
AE Series - Revit/BIM Files version 11.0, updated: Jul 2024	11.0	730 KB	Jul 2024
Compliances
AE Compact - EU Declaration of Conformity updated: Jul 2024		91.6 KB	Jul 2024
Software
Venue Synthesis released: Jan 2025	Jan 2025
Performance Manager 3 released: Jul 2024	Jul 2024
Simulation Data
AE Compact EASE GLL version 2.0, updated: Jan 2026	2.0	15.9 MB	Jan 2026
AE Compact CLF Files version 1.0, updated: Dec 2023	1.0	1.23 MB	Dec 2023
Preset Libraries
AE Compact I-Tech HD Preset Library version 1.2, updated: Jul 2024	1.2	812 KB	Jul 2024
AE Series DCi Series Preset Library updated: May 2024	471 KB	May 2024
AE Compact CDi Series Preset Library updated: Jul 2024	410 KB	Jul 2024

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Specifications

Frequency Range (-10dB)	52 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency Response (±3 dB)	63 Hz – 19 kHz
System Power Rating	250W Cont. Pink Noise 500W Program1000W Peak
Impedance	8 ohms
Coverage Pattern	/26: 120° x 60°/95: 90° x 50°
Dimensions (H x W x D)	469.9 x 237.5 x 254.0 mm (18.5 x 9.4 x 10.0 in)
Net Weight (each)	12.8 kg (28.2 lb)
Crossover Modes	Passive
Maximum SPL (1m)	117 dB
System Sensitivity (1w @ 1m)	93 dB SPL
LF Driver	1 x JBL 228H, 205 mm (8 in) SFG™ driver with 64 mm (2.5 in) edge wound voice coil
Nominal LF Driver Impedance	8 Ohms
HF Driver	1 x 2408H-1 25 mm (1 in) exit compression driver, 38 mm (1.5 in) voice coil
Enclosure	12 mm and 15 mm exterior grade multi-ply hardwood plywood
Suspension Attachment	6 x M8 points; 1 top, 3 bottom, 2 rear. 4 x M6 rear for OmniMount® 30.0 and MultiMount® MM-022-BT, MM-024-BT, MM-020-CM.
Environmental	Mil-Std 810; IPx3 per IEC529. For higher environmental ratings, use WRC or WRX.

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