JBL AM5215/26 Two-way Full Range Loudspeaker

The JBL AM5215/26 is a workhorse two-way system engineered for consistent, controlled coverage in mid-to-large venue applications. Its trapezoid cabinet design and rotatable waveguide make setup flexible across various room configurations, while the heavily braced multiply birch construction ensures solid, artifact-free sound under sustained operation.

Audio Performance & Coverage

This system delivers 98 dB SPL sensitivity (1W @ 1m, passive mode) with maximum output reaching 125 dB-SPL continuous average in bi-amp mode for the low-frequency section and 129 dB-SPL for the high-frequency driver. The 15" differential drive low-frequency transducer paired with a 1.5" compression driver produces a frequency response of ±3 dB from 41 Hz to 18 kHz, while the Progressive Transition waveguide with 120° x 60° coverage pattern maintains consistent response across the listening area.

Build & Design

The cabinet employs a multiply birch enclosure with DuraFlex finish and extensive internal bracing to minimize resonance and coloration. Fifteen M10 threaded attachment points allow secure rigging and stacking, while the 14-gauge steel grille with acoustically transparent foam lining protects the drivers without compromising acoustic transparency.

Key Features

• 15" (380 mm) low-frequency driver with Differential Drive, dual voice coil, and dual magnetic gap
• 1.5" (38 mm) compression driver (2408H-1) with 1.5" exit
• Frequency range (-10 dB): 35 Hz – 20 kHz
• Frequency response (±3 dB): 41 Hz – 18 kHz
• System sensitivity: 98 dB SPL (1W @ 1m, passive mode)
• Maximum SPL in bi-amp mode: 125 dB continuous average (131 dB peak) LF / 129 dB continuous average (135 dB peak) HF
• Progressive Transition waveguide with 120° x 60° coverage; rotatable for vertical or horizontal orientation
• Bi-amp/passive switchable crossover at 1.3 kHz
• Power rating (AES): 500 W LF / 40 W HF (passive transducer mode)
• Trapezoid enclosure with fifteen M10 threaded attachment points
• Multiply birch cabinet with DuraFlex finish and heavy internal bracing
• 14-gauge steel grille with acoustically transparent foam lining

The AM5215/26 combines professional-grade transducers with flexible deployment options, making it a reliable choice for installed sound, touring, and rental applications requiring predictable performance and high output.