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JBL AW526-LS High-Power, 2-Way Passive Outdoor Loudspeaker (Gray)

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JBL Professional  |  SKU: AW526-LS

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Product Overview

The JBL AW526-LS is the life-safety version of JBL's high-power 15-inch two-way all-weather loudspeaker, intended for permanent outdoor mass-notification and voice-evacuation systems. Its 15-inch driver delivers the high-output, intelligible speech coverage required for emergency communication across large exterior commercial and government sites. The model is engineered for fixed installation as part of a compliant life-safety system.

Product Description

The AW526-LS variant is designed for integration into life-safety infrastructure where reliable, high-output outdoor announcement coverage is mandatory. Its 15-inch woofer and horn-loaded high-frequency section sit in a weather-resistant enclosure built for long-term exterior exposure. As a passive loudspeaker, it is driven by an external commercial amplifier and specified alongside compliant system components. Suspension points support overhead and wall-bracket mounting in fixed installations. Explore related models in the JBL Professional installed audio collection.

Key Features

  • Life-safety variant — The LS model is intended for mass-notification and voice-evacuation applications.
  • All-weather construction — The enclosure and hardware are designed for permanent outdoor installation.
  • 15-inch low-frequency transducer — A 15-inch woofer supports high-output, clear speech reproduction over distance.
  • Two-way horn-loaded design — A horn-loaded high-frequency section provides controlled directivity for intelligibility outdoors.
  • Passive design — An external amplifier drives the loudspeaker within the larger life-safety system.

Typical Applications

  • Government space
  • House of worship
  • Multi-purpose room
  • Auditorium

Technical Specifications

Model JBL AW526-LS
Type Two-way passive all-weather loudspeaker (life-safety)
Low-Frequency Driver 15-inch
Finish Gray

Full electrical specifications should be confirmed against the JBL AW526-LS specification sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes the LS version? The AW526-LS is the life-safety variant intended for mass-notification and voice-evacuation systems; confirm listing and compliance requirements for your jurisdiction before specifying.

Does it require an external amplifier? Yes. It is passive and must be driven by a compatible commercial amplifier within the life-safety system design.

Is it rated for outdoor use? Yes. The all-weather enclosure is engineered for permanent exterior installation.

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