JBL 8128 – 8-inch In-Ceiling Speaker (Each)

The JBL 8128 is an 8-inch, full-range, cost-effective in-ceiling loudspeaker designed for commercial applications. It prioritizes affordability and ease of installation while delivering high-fidelity sound. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:

Clear Sound and Easy Installation:

• 8-inch Full-Range Driver: This single driver delivers a good balance of high, mid, and low frequencies, making it suitable for reproducing vocals, background music, and general announcements clearly in commercial spaces.
• High Sensitivity (97 dB): This means the speaker can produce a decent level of sound using a relatively low amount of amplifier power. This translates to lower power consumption and potentially less expensive amplifiers for powering them in commercial settings.
• Dog-Ear Mounting Brackets: These brackets simplify the installation process, allowing for easy and secure mounting of the speaker into ceilings.

Designed for Commercial Use:

• 70V/100V Transformer Taps: This is a common feature in commercial speaker systems. The transformer allows you to connect multiple speakers in parallel using constant voltage wiring, simplifying installation and reducing power cable costs over long distances. The speaker has multiple power taps to adjust the volume for different areas within a commercial space.
• Open-Back Design: This design prioritizes affordability and ease of installation. However, an open-back design may not provide the most isolated sound experience compared to a sealed back design.

Who should consider the JBL 8128?

• Business Owners Looking for Background Music or Announcements: The JBL 8128 is a cost-effective solution for providing clear background music or announcements in offices, retail stores, restaurants, hotels, schools, and other commercial applications.
• Installers Working on Budget-Friendly Projects: The easy installation features and affordable price point make the JBL 8128 an attractive option for contractors and installers working on budget-conscious commercial sound system projects.

• Sound Quality: While it delivers clear sound, the single full-range driver might not be ideal for settings requiring high-fidelity audio or deep bass.
• Open-Back Design: The open-back design may not be suitable for applications where sound isolation between rooms is critical.
• Power Requirements: Ensure your amplifier has enough power to handle the number of speakers you plan to install. The speaker’s sensitivity (97 dB) helps in this regard, requiring less power compared to some speakers.

Overall, the JBL 8128 is a solid choice for budget-minded commercial applications that prioritize clear sound, affordability, and ease of installation. It’s particularly suitable for background music and announcements.