JBL AWC82 All-Weather Compact 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker

The AWC82 delivers consistent, weather-sealed performance in a compact footprint suited to permanent outdoor installations. Its coaxial design—pairing a 200 mm Kevlar-reinforced woofer with a 25 mm compression driver—produces a well-integrated 120° × 120° coverage pattern from a speaker that measures just 300 × 300 × 305 mm. Built to exceed military specifications for salt spray, humidity, UV, and temperature extremes, this loudspeaker handles sustained exposure without degradation.

Audio Performance & Coverage

The AWC82 achieves 94 dB sensitivity at 2.83V/1m across a 100 Hz–20 kHz (±3 dB) frequency response, with headroom extending to 80 Hz at –10 dB. A 1.8 kHz crossover (3rd order high-pass to HF, 2nd order low-pass to LF) ensures seamless integration between drivers. Maximum SPL reaches 118 dB direct (peaks to 124 dB), or 117 dB on the 200W tap, providing reliable output for medium-throw outdoor venues and distributed systems.

Build & Environmental Rating

All-weather construction includes a corrosion-resistant zinc-rich powder-coated steel grille with 3-layer assembly (foam and woven poly mesh backing), ABS enclosure with heavy bracing, and IP56 rating per IEC529. The speaker exceeds Mil Spec 810 and ASTM G85 salt-spray standards (168 hrs), making it suitable for coastal, humid, and high-UV environments. A gland-nut terminal cover forms a water-tight seal; the included U-bracket mounts securely via two M10 fine-thread points.

Key Features

• 200 mm (8 in) Kevlar-reinforced woofer with 50 mm (2 in) voice coil and weather treatment
• 25 mm (1 in) compression driver with high-temperature polymer diaphragm and patented fluid-cooling design
• Frequency response 100 Hz–20 kHz (±3 dB); range extends to 80 Hz (–10 dB)
• System sensitivity 94 dB (Ave. 100 Hz–20 kHz) at 2.83V @ 1 meter
• Maximum SPL: 118 dB direct 8Ω (peaks of 124 dB); 117 dB on 200W tap
• Long-term power rating 250W (2 hrs) / 200W (100 hrs)
• 8 ohm nominal impedance with CE-compliant barrier strip terminals accepting #6–#10 lugs or bare wire up to 2.5 mm² (12 AWG)
• IP56 environmental rating; exceeds Mil Spec 810 and ASTM G85 salt-spray testing (168 hrs)
• Corrosion-resistant zinc-rich powder-coated steel grille with 3-layer foam and woven poly mesh assembly
• Coaxial design with 120° × 120° coverage pattern; 1.8 kHz crossover (3rd order high-pass, 2nd order low-pass)
• Compact form factor: 300 × 300 × 305 mm (11.8 × 11.8 × 12.0 in) cabinet; 9.8 kg (21.5 lb) net weight
• Included U-bracket with M10 mounting points; secondary M6 safety attachment on back panel

The AWC82 combines rugged all-weather durability with professional coaxial performance, delivering reliable output across demanding outdoor applications without compromise.