JBL AWC82  All-Weather Compact 8" 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker for Indoor & Outdoor Installations

JBL AWC82 – All-Weather Compact 8" 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker

The JBL AWC82 is a rugged, weather-resistant coaxial loudspeaker that delivers outstanding clarity and extended frequency response for both speech and music applications. With an IP56 rating, Kevlar-reinforced 8" woofer, and patented 1" compression driver, the AWC82 is designed for stadiums, arenas, water parks, theme parks, swimming pools, and outdoor paging systems. Its 120° x 120° coverage pattern ensures consistent sound distribution, while its high sensitivity and 250W power handling provide high output capability.

Key Features

• All-weather design with IP56 rating for outdoor/indoor use

• 120° x 120° coverage for consistent broadband dispersion

• 8" Kevlar-reinforced woofer with 2" voice coil

• 1" compression driver with patented polymer diaphragm & fluid cooling

• 250W continuous power handling, high SPL capability

• 94 dB sensitivity, fewer speakers needed for wide coverage

• 70V/100V multi-tap transformer or direct 8Ω operation

• SonicGuard™ overload protection for HF driver

• Rugged ABS + glass enclosure and 3-layer corrosion-resistant grille

• Supplied with U-bracket for secure mounting

 Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 80 Hz – 20 kHz

• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 100 Hz – 20 kHz

• Coverage Pattern: 120° x 120°

• Directivity Factor (Q): 8.1 (1–16 kHz)

• Directivity Index (DI): 8.4 dB

• System Power Rating: 250W (2 hrs), 200W (100 hrs IEC)

• Sensitivity (1W/1m): 94 dB

• Maximum SPL (1m): 118 dB continuous, 124 dB peak / 117 dB (200W tap)

• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms

• Transformer Taps:

  • 70V: 200W / 100W / 50W / 25W

  • 100V: 200W / 100W / 50W

• LF Driver: 200 mm (8") Kevlar-reinforced cone, 50 mm (2") voice coil

• HF Driver: 25 mm (1") patented polymer diaphragm compression driver

• HF Protection: SonicGuard™ overload protection

• Crossover Network: 1.8 kHz (3rd order HP, 2nd order LP)

• Enclosure: ABS with glass fiber, heavily braced

• Grille: Zinc-rich, powder-coated steel, 3-layer with foam + mesh backing

• Input Connectors: Covered barrier strip (accepts up to 12 AWG wire)

• Environmental Rating: IP56, MIL Spec 810, ASTM G85 compliant

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 300 × 300 × 305 mm

  • With gland nut: 331 mm

  • With bracket: 359 mm

• Net Weight: 9.8 kg (21.5 lbs), 11.6 kg (25.5 lbs with bracket)

• Shipping Weight: 14.1 kg (31 lbs)

• Colors: Gray (Pantone 420C) or Black (-BK)

• Accessories Included: U-bracket