JBL AWC129  All-Weather Compact 12" 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker for High-Power Indoor & Outdoor Installations

JBL AWC129 – All-Weather Compact 12" 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker

The JBL AWC129 is a high-power, all-weather coaxial loudspeaker designed for long-lasting performance in demanding indoor and outdoor environments. With a 12-inch Kevlar-reinforced woofer, patented 1" compression driver, and IP56 weather rating, the AWC129 delivers powerful, full-range sound with excellent clarity for speech and extended frequency response for music. Its 90° x 90° coverage pattern ensures consistent sound distribution, making it ideal for stadiums, racetracks, water parks, fairgrounds, swimming pools, and themed entertainment venues.

Key Features

• All-weather IP56 rating – resistant to moisture, salt, temperature & UV

• 12" Kevlar-reinforced woofer with 3" voice coil

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

• 90° x 90° broadband coverage for even sound distribution

• 400W continuous power handling, high SPL output (128 dB peak)

• High sensitivity (96 dB) for efficient performance

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

• SonicGuard™ HF overload protection

• Rugged ABS + glass fiber enclosure with corrosion-resistant grille

• Supplied with steel U-bracket for flexible installation

 Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 55 Hz – 20 kHz

• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 80 Hz – 20 kHz

• Coverage Pattern: 90° x 90°

• Directivity Factor (Q): 10.1 (1–16 kHz)

• Directivity Index (DI): 9.5 dB

• Power Rating: 400W (2 hrs) / 250W (100 hrs IEC), Peak: 1600W / 1000W

• Sensitivity (1W/1m): 96 dB

• Maximum SPL (1m): 122 dB continuous, 128 dB peak / 119 dB via 200W tap

• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms

• Transformer Taps:

  • 70V: 200W / 100W / 50W / 25W

  • 100V: 200W / 100W / 50W

• LF Driver: 300 mm (12") Kevlar cone, 75 mm (3") voice coil

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

• HF Protection: SonicGuard™

• Crossover Network: 1.5 kHz (3rd order HP, 2nd order LP)

• Enclosure: ABS with glass fiber, heavily braced

• Grille: 3-layer zinc-rich powder-coated steel with foam & mesh backing

• Input Connectors: Barrier strip terminals with gland nut (12 AWG max)

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

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 402 × 402 × 445 mm

  • Depth with gland nut: 470 mm

  • With bracket: 542 mm

• Net Weight: 15.9 kg (35 lbs), 18.9 kg (41.5 lbs with bracket)

• Shipping Weight: 23.4 kg (51.5 lbs)

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

• Accessories: Steel U-bracket (matching color)