JBL C222-BOT Bottom LF Section Only - Cinema ScreenArray (Top Sold Sep
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Cinema manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- C222-BOT
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JBL C222-BOT Bottom LF Section Only — Cinema ScreenArray
The C222-BOT is the lower bass cabinet of JBL Professional's compact two-piece ScreenArray cinema loudspeaker system. This bottom section houses the low-frequency driver and forms half of a purpose-built solution for medium-sized cinemas, studios, and dubbing stages where shallow mounting depth is essential. The top section (C222-TOP) is sold separately and required to complete the system.
Low-Frequency Performance
The C222-BOT integrates a 15-inch M115-8A driver with a 2.5-inch voice coil dedicated to bass and lower-midrange reproduction. Paired with the C222-TOP, the complete system delivers 33 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response and 103 dB free-field sensitivity, providing the headroom and consistency required for cinema and studio reference monitoring without relying on external boost to hit production levels.
Installation & Coverage Design
The C222 ScreenArray fits into tight installations with just 12 inches in depth, a critical advantage when mounting space behind or above screens is constrained. The system employs Dual Dissimilar Arraying and Acoustic Aperture technologies to maintain coherent imaging across the listening field, with 100-degree horizontal and 60-degree vertical coverage suited to medium theater and control-room layouts.
Key Features
- 15-inch M115-8A low-frequency driver with 2.5-inch voice coil
- Bottom cabinet section only — C222-TOP sold separately
- Part of compact two-way ScreenArray cinema system
- 600 W AES power rating
- 103 dB free-field sensitivity
- 129 dB maximum continuous SPL
- 4 ohm nominal impedance
- 33 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response when complete system assembled
- 12-inch shallow depth design
- Dual Dissimilar Arraying and Acoustic Aperture waveguide technologies
- 100° horizontal × 60° vertical coverage pattern
- ABS construction, black finish
This section delivers the foundation of the C222 system's output and must be mated with the matching top section to achieve full-range cinema and studio performance.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico |
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At a Glance
The JBL C222-BOT is the bass cabinet half of a compact two-piece cinema loudspeaker system, housing a 15-inch driver designed for studio dubbing stages, control rooms, and medium cinema installations where shallow mounting depth is critical. This bottom section pairs with the separately sold C222-TOP to deliver 33 Hz–20 kHz response and rock-solid 103 dB sensitivity, making it a professional-grade foundation for reference-level monitoring without external amplification. Choose it for installations demanding coherent imaging, tight low-end control, and the space efficiency that only a 12-inch-deep cabinet can offer.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ cinema sound
- ✓ studio mixing
- ✓ dubbing stages
- ✓ control room monitoring
Not the best pick for
- – live sound reinforcement
- – touring
- – portable applications
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the C222-BOT sold as a complete speaker, or do I need to buy something else?
The C222-BOT is the bottom section only; you must purchase the matching C222-TOP (sold separately) to assemble a complete two-way cinema loudspeaker system. The bottom cabinet alone will not produce full-range output.
What frequency range and sensitivity does this system deliver?
When the C222-BOT is paired with the C222-TOP, the complete system covers 33 Hz to 20 kHz with 103 dB free-field sensitivity and a maximum continuous SPL of 129 dB, designed for cinema and studio reference monitoring without external amplification.
How shallow is this cabinet, and will it fit behind my screen or in a tight install?
The C222-BOT has a 12-inch depth, making it one of the shallowest purpose-built cinema bass cabinets available—ideal for installations with limited space behind screens or above control-room walls.
What amplifier power does the C222-BOT require?
The C222-BOT is rated at 600 W AES with a 4 ohm nominal impedance; your amplifier should match or exceed this power rating to achieve the system's full 103 dB sensitivity and maximum SPL capability.
Is this speaker suitable for live sound or touring?
No—the C222-BOT is designed exclusively for fixed cinema, studio, and dubbing-stage installations where shallow mounting depth and reference accuracy are priorities, not for portable or live-sound applications.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $50 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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