JBL AWC159 All-Weather Compact 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker with 15 LF

JBL AWC159 All-Weather Compact 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker with 15" LF

The AWC159 delivers robust, weather-sealed performance in a compact footprint designed for demanding outdoor and semi-outdoor environments. Its coaxial driver configuration maintains excellent intelligibility across 90° x 90° coverage, making it equally effective for speech reinforcement and full-range music in applications ranging from sports venues to water parks. The heavily braced ABS enclosure and corrosion-resistant grille assembly withstand extended exposure to humidity, salt spray, UV, and temperature extremes while maintaining consistent acoustic output.

Audio Performance & Coverage

Operating across a 52 Hz – 20 kHz frequency range with ±3 dB response from 80 Hz – 20 kHz, the AWC159 handles both speech clarity and musical content without compromise. High sensitivity of 98 dB (2.83V @ 1m) combined with maximum output of 125 dB SPL direct (peaks to 131 dB) ensures adequate gain for large outdoor spaces; transformer taps provide flexible integration into 70V and 100V distributed systems at power levels from 38W to 300W.

Construction & Environmental Protection

The speaker meets IP56 weatherproofing per IEC529 with performance verified against Mil Spec 810 standards for humidity, salt spray, temperature, and UV resistance. A zinc-rich extra-thick powder-coated steel grille with 3-layer foam and mesh backing protects the 15" Kevlar-reinforced woofer and 1.5" compression driver, while the ABS with Glass heavily braced enclosure resists environmental degradation and maintains structural integrity under continuous outdoor deployment.

Key Features

• 380 mm (15 in) woofer with Kevlar-reinforced cone and 75 mm (3 in) voice coil
• 38 mm (1.5 in) diaphragm compression driver with patented high-temperature polymer design
• Frequency Response: 80 Hz – 20 kHz (±3 dB); Range: 52 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB)
• 90° x 90° coverage pattern with Directivity Index of 9.7 dB (1 kHz – 16 kHz)
• Sensitivity: 98 dB (2.83V @ 1m, averaged 80 Hz – 20 kHz)
• Maximum SPL: 125 dB direct 8Ω (peaks 131 dB); 123 dB at 300W tap (peaks 129 dB)
• System power rating: 500 W (2000 W peak) 2 hrs.; 300 W (1200 W peak) 100 hrs.
• 1.5 kHz crossover with 4th order high-pass (24 dB/oct) and 2nd order low-pass
• Transformer taps: 70V (300W, 150W, 75W, 38W); 100V (300W, 150W, 75W)
• IP56 weatherproofing with 5° minimum downward aiming angle
• CE-compliant barrier strip terminals accepting up to 8 mm open lugs and 2.5 mm² (12 AWG) wire
• Includes color-matched U-bracket with M10 fine-thread attachment points plus M6 secondary safety point

The AWC159 combines proven coaxial architecture with genuine all-weather durability, delivering professional speech and music reinforcement in venues where standard speakers would fail.