JBL PD566 - WH 15" 2-way full-range, 60 X 60
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- Full JBL manufacturer's warranty
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- PD566-WH
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JBL PD566-WH 15" 2-Way Full-Range Speaker
The JBL PD566-WH is a compact, high-output two-way system built for consistent coverage in mid-sized venues and installations. Its trapezoidal cabinet and 20-point suspension design deliver balanced acoustic performance across the listening plane, while the sophisticated passive crossover network ensures seamless integration between the 15" woofer and compression driver. This white-finished unit combines professional durability with practical flexibility for both permanent and portable deployments.
Audio Performance & Coverage
The dual-driver configuration pairs a 2031H 15" woofer with 3" voice coil (106 dB sensitivity) and JBL 2432H 1.5" compression driver with 3" voice coil (114 dB sensitivity) to deliver uniform response across the mid and high frequency spectrum. The PT-H66HF-1 300 x 300 mm waveguide ensures a controlled 60 x 60 degree dispersion pattern, maintaining consistent sound pressure levels throughout the coverage area without hot spots or dead zones.
Durability & Rigging
The cabinet is constructed from 18 mm, 11-ply exterior grade Finnish birch plywood in a trapezoidal shape with 10-degree side angles, providing structural rigidity and precise acoustic behavior. The DuraFlex™ finish in white resists wear and UV degradation, while M10 threaded suspension hardware at 20 points (5 top, 5 bottom, 4 each side, 2 rear) allows secure rigging and flexible deployment options for touring, install, and rental work.
Key Features
- 2031H 15" woofer with 75 mm (3 in) voice coil, 8 ohms nominal impedance
- JBL 2432H 38 mm (1.5 in) compression driver with 75 mm (3 in) voice coil, 8 ohms nominal impedance
- Low frequency sensitivity: 106 dB (1W, 1m, avg 300Hz–1.3kHz)
- High frequency sensitivity: 114 dB (1W @ 1m, avg 1.5k–5kHz)
- PT-H66HF-1 300 x 300 mm (12 x 12 in) waveguide with 60 x 60 degree coverage pattern
- Trapezoidal cabinet with 10-degree side angles, 18 mm 11-ply Finnish birch plywood construction
- DuraFlex™ finish, white (-WH) variant
- 20-point M10 threaded suspension attachment (5 top, 5 bottom, 4 each side, 2 rear)
- CE-compliant covered barrier strip input connectors accepting up to 5.2 sq mm (10 AWG) wire or 9 mm spade lugs
- Switchable bi-amp and passive crossover modes with steep-slope network
- Dimensions: 782.0 x 783.0 x 670.0 mm (30.8 x 30.8 x 26.4 in, vertical orientation)
The PD566-WH delivers the output and pattern control demanded by touring, installed, and rental applications, backed by JBL's professional-grade component selection and cabinet engineering.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico |
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At a Glance
The JBL PD566-WH is a compact 15" two-way full-range speaker built for touring, installed venues, and rental fleets—engineered to deliver consistent 60×60 degree coverage without hot spots across mid-sized rooms. Its 106 dB woofer and 114 dB compression driver pair with a sophisticated passive crossover to maintain balanced mids and articulate highs under the demands of live performance, while the 20-point rigging hardware and Finnish birch cabinet make it equally at home flown or ground-stacked. Choose it when you need professional output, predictable dispersion, and road-proven durability in a portable package.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Touring
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Home Recording
- – Practice
Skill level: Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 60×60 degree coverage pattern, and why does it matter?
The PT-H66HF-1 waveguide controls sound dispersion to 60 degrees horizontally and vertically, maintaining consistent sound pressure levels across the listening area without dead zones or excessive reflections off walls. This precision coverage is critical in touring and venue installations where you need predictable, even coverage from a single box or small array.
Can I use the PD566-WH as a monitor or main PA speaker?
Yes. The switchable bi-amp and passive crossover modes allow flexible deployment—run it passively in smaller setups or bi-amped in larger installations. Its 106 dB woofer and 114 dB compression driver deliver the output needed for both floor monitoring and mid-sized main system applications.
How does the cabinet design affect its performance?
The trapezoidal cabinet with 10-degree side angles and 11-ply Finnish birch construction provides structural rigidity that ensures precise acoustic behavior and consistent response across venues. The 20-point M10 rigging hardware (5 top, 5 bottom, 4 each side, 2 rear) makes it equally easy to fly or ground-stack for touring and permanent installations.
Is this speaker suitable for home studio use?
The PD566-WH is engineered for live performance, touring, and installed venues rather than home recording studios. Its high output and 60×60 coverage pattern are optimized for mid-sized rooms and venue acoustics, not intimate mixing environments.
What input connectors does the PD566-WH use?
It features CE-compliant covered barrier strip input connectors that accept up to 5.2 square millimeters (10 AWG) wire or 9 millimeter spade lugs, making it compatible with standard tour-grade cabling and installation hardware.
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 $328 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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