JBL AC16-WH 2-Way 6.5" Loudspeaker (White)

Product Overview

The JBL AC16-WH is the white-finish version of JBL's ultra-compact 2-way install loudspeaker, built around a 6.5-inch low-frequency transducer and a 1-inch exit compression driver on a 90° x 90° Progressive Transition waveguide. It delivers articulate speech and balanced music from a small footprint, making it a strong fit for fixed commercial installations where coverage control and aesthetics both matter. The compact enclosure mounts close to walls and ceilings as a surface-mount commercial loudspeaker for under-balcony, column, or distributed coverage, and the white finish blends into light-colored interiors. As part of JBL's AE Compact Series, the AC16-WH is a passive install loudspeaker that pairs with external amplification.

Product Description

The JBL AC16-WH compact loudspeaker uses a 6.5-inch (165 mm) JBL 226J Symmetrical Field Geometry transducer with a 2-inch voice coil and a 2414H 1-inch exit compression driver on a 90° x 90° PT waveguide for smooth power response and even coverage. As a 6.5-inch 2-way install loudspeaker, it handles 160 W continuous (320 W program, 640 W peak, IEC) at a 16-ohm nominal impedance, with a rated maximum SPL of 110 dB and a frequency response of 65 Hz to 18 kHz. The plywood enclosure carries JBL's textured white DuraFlex finish and a foam-backed powder-coated steel grille, and dual Neutrik NL4 connectors plus screw terminals support flexible wiring. Five M8 suspension points (one top, three bottom, one rear) plus support for an optional U-bracket, OmniMount-type bracket, and stand-mount accessory provide installation flexibility. For tighter spaces the 5.25-inch JBL AC15-WH loudspeaker is a smaller option in the same AE Compact family.

Key Features

• 6.5-inch SFG low-frequency transducer — A JBL 226J driver with a 2-inch voice coil delivers clear, full midrange and defined low end.
• 1-inch exit compression driver — A 2414H compression driver provides crisp, detailed high-frequency reproduction.
• 90° x 90° PT waveguide — Progressive Transition geometry maintains even, predictable coverage across the listening area.
• 110 dB maximum SPL — Sufficient output for foreground music and speech in small to mid-size rooms.
• 320 W program power handling — 160 W continuous / 320 W program / 640 W peak (IEC) at 16 ohms.
• Flexible connectivity — Dual Neutrik NL4 connectors plus screw terminals support series or parallel wiring.
• White architectural finish — Textured white DuraFlex blends into light-colored walls and ceilings.
• Five-point mounting — M8 points (top, bottom, rear) plus optional U-bracket, OmniMount-type bracket, or stand mount.

Typical Applications

• Conference room — Articulate speech reproduction for presentation and conferencing audio.
• House of worship — Discreet full-range coverage for spoken word and music.
• Multi-purpose room — Flexible surface-mount audio for varied event configurations.
• Auditorium — Fill or distributed coverage where a low-profile enclosure is required.

Technical Specifications

What's in the Box

• 1 x JBL AC16-WH Ultra-Compact 2-Way Loudspeaker (white)
• Product documentation

Mounting hardware such as the optional U-bracket, OmniMount-type bracket, or stand-mount accessory is sold separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AC16-WH sold individually or as a pair?
It is sold individually. Order the quantity required for your coverage plan.

Does the AC16-WH require an external amplifier?
Yes. The AC16-WH is a passive loudspeaker and requires external amplification matched to its 16-ohm load and power rating.

Is the white finish the same product as the black AC16?
Yes. The AC16-WH is acoustically and mechanically identical to the black AC16; only the textured finish differs.

What mounting options are supported?
Five M8 points (top, bottom, and rear) support an optional U-bracket, OmniMount-type bracket, or stand-mount accessory for vertical or horizontal installation.

What warranty and support apply?
The AC16-WH carries JBL Professional's manufacturer warranty. For specification sheets, mounting accessories, and technical support, contact our team at sales@creationnetworks.net or browse the full JBL Professional collection.