PROFESSIONAL SERIES

FEATURES: The JBL Model 2123H/J provides smooth, low-

distortion midrange output for high quality sound
250 W continuous pink noise power capacity reinforcement and studio monitor applications.
Features of the 2123H/J include a die-cast aluminum
76 mm (3 in) edgewound aluminum ribbon voice coil frame that is manufactured to extremely tight toler-
80 Hz-6 kHz response ances. The truncated frame style allows tight packing
of the active piston in multiple-transducer arrays. The
101 dB sensitivity, 1 W, 1 m (3.3 ft) 76mm (3 in) diameter voice coil operates in a magne-
tic field of 1.07 T (10,700 gauss). The SFG (Symmetri-
cal Field Geometry) magnetic structure reduces
second harmonic distortion to inconsequential levels.
Specifically tooled curvilinear cone and double
half-roll surround, and overhanging aluminum ribbon
voice-coil topology, provide unusually linear frequency
response, varying only ± 2 dB from 200 Hz to 5 kHz.
The use of new adhesive and materials technology
provides high power handling and efficiency from a SPECIFICATIONS:
transducer of small size. Like all JBL loudspeakers, the Nominal Diameter: 250 mm (10 in)
Model 2123H/J is noted for its clean, crisp response Rated Impedance:
2123H: 8 ohms
and incisive reproduction of transients. Built to tradi- 2123J: 16 ohms
tional JBL standards of precision, it will continue to Power Capacity1: 250 W continuous pink noise
deliver exceptional performance year after year, Sensitivity 2: 101 dB SPL, 1 W, 1 m
without special care or attention. Frequency Range: 80 Hz-6 kHz

Crossover Frequency: 3 kHz

Recommended
Enclosure Volume: 7-14 I (¼-½ ft3)
Effective Piston Diameter: 200 mm (7 7/8 in)
ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS: Maximum Excursion
Before Damage: 19 mm (¾ in peak-to-peak)
The low frequency transducer shall have a nominal diameter of 250 mm (10 in), Minimum Impedance: 5.5 ohms ± 10% @ 25°C (H)
overall depth not greater than 105 mm (4¼ in), and weigh at least 5.4 kg (11 7/8 lb). 10.4 ohm ± 10% @ 25°C (1)
The frame shall be of cast aluminum to resist deformation, and the magnetic Voice Coil Diameter: 76 mm (3 in)
assembly shall utilize a ferrite magnet and produce a symmetrical magnetic field Voice Coil Material: Edgewound aluminum ribbon
at the voice coil gap. In addition.; an aluminum ring encircling the pole piece shall
act to reduce flux modulation. The voice coil shall be 76 mm (3 in) in diameter and Voice Coil Winding Depth: 10.7 mm (0.42 in)
shall be made of edgewound aluminum operating in a magnetic held of not less Magnetic Gap Depth: 7.1 mm (0.280 in)
than 1.07 T (10,700 gauss). Magnetic Assembly Weight: 4.7 kg (10 ¼ lb)
Performance specifications of a typical production unit shall be as follows: Flux Density: 1.07 T (10,700 gauss)
Measured sensitivity (SPL at 1 m (3.3 ft) with 1 W input, swept 500 Hz-2.5 kHz)
shall be at least 101 dB on axis. An indication of electromechanical conversion BI Factor: 13 N/A (H) 18.7 N/A (1)
efficiency, the BI factor shall be at least 13/(18.7) newtons per ampere. The half- Effective Moving Mass. 0.025 kg
space reference efficiency shall be 3.5%. Usable frequency response shall extend Positive voltage on black terminal gives forward diaphragm motion.
from 80 Hz to 6 kHz. On-axis response, measured at a distance of 1.8 m (6 ft) or THIELE-SMALL PARAMETERS:
more under free-field conditions, shall be ± 2 dB from 200 Hz to 5 kHz. Acoustic
loading shall further extend the low frequency response. Nominal impedance t. 85 Hz
shall be 8 (16) ohms. Rated power capacity shall be at least 250 watts pink noise R,: 4.2 ohms (H) 8.7 ohms (1)
per AES standard (100 Hz to 1 kHz). Qt,: 0.32
The transducer shall be the JBL Model 2123H/J. Other loudspeakers will be Qms: 2.5
considered for equivalency provided that submitted data from a recognized
independent test laboratory verify that the above performance specifications are Q,,: 0.37
met. v..: 20 I (0.7 ft3)
S,: 0.0314 m2 (48.7 in2)
Xmax: 2.5 mm (0.1 in)
V,: 78.5 cm3 (4.8 in3)
L,: 0.4 m (H) 0.8 m (1)
Typica1 Response Curve and Enclosure Volume no (Half space): 3.5%
Pe (Max)1: 250 W continuous pink noise
MOUNTING INFORMATION:
Overall Diameter:
Round: 261 mm (10¼ in)
Square: 238 mm (9 3/8 in)
Bolt Circle Diameter: 245 mm (9 5/8 in)
Baffle Cutout Diameter:
Front Mount: 228 mm (9 in)
Rear Mount: 222 mm (8¾ in)
Typical Volume Displaced
by Driver When Mounted
in Enclosure: 3 1 (0.1 ft3)
Depth: 105 mm (4¼ in)
Net Weight: 5.4 kg (11 7/8 lb)
Shipping Weight: 5.9 kg (13 lb)
Frequency response of the 2123H/J in a closed box of 7 1 (0.25 ft3) internal volume. 1
AES standard (100 Hz to I kHz).
Measured response of a typical production unit, including all peaks and dips, 2
The sensitivity rating of JBL midrange loudspeakers is based on a signal swept from 500 H Z to
does not deviate more than 2 dB from the above curve. 2.5 kHz. rather than the conventional 1 kHz single frequency test signal. Usable sensitivity of
the 2123H/J may be substantially greater than that of loudspeakers with higher published
ratings

JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. New

materials, production methods, and design refinements are introduced into exist-
ing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this
reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published
description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications
unless otherwise stated.

JBL Professional, 8500 Balboa Boulevard, PO. Box 2200, Northridge, California 91329 U.S.A SS2123H/J 66744 10M 11/88