
The Control 85M Mushroom-Style Landscape Speaker is a two-way highly weather resistant speaker providing 360 degree coverage of the listening space. A highlighted mid-range presence cuts through in high ambient environments for especially clear paging and voice content while providing excellent full-range sound quality. Designed to be mounted on or in the ground, the Control 85M can be used in a wide variety of applications including landscaping of homes, pool areas, hospitality and leisure venues, entranceways, and anywhere a high quality music and/ or paging speaker landscape speaker is required. Its compact size allows the speaker to blend into landscaping and shrubbery, while its tough hunter green polyethylene enclosure resists abuse from lawn care equipment and the elements. The enclosure color extends throughout the material so the speaker will maintain color even when scraped or scratched.
Q: Does the speaker have wireless multi-room audio capabilities?
A: This speaker does not have wireless multi-room audio capabilities.
Q: What is the maximum power handling of the speaker?
A: The peak power handling of this speaker is 320 watts.
Q: What is the purpose of the mid-range presence in the speaker?
A: A highlighted mid-range presence cuts through in high ambient environments for especially clear paging and voice content while providing excellent full-range sound quality.
Q: What is the frequency response range of the speaker?
A: The minimum frequency response is 55 hertz and the maximum frequency response is 18 kilohertz.
A: Thanks for your question. Our JBL Control 85M is managed by the Harman Professional Department. For further assistance, please contact Harman Pro Technical Support at +1 844-776-4899 or via email at [email protected].
A: Thanks for your question. For further assistance with your inquiry concerning our JBL Control 85M, please contact our JBL Professional Division at 844-776-4899 (8:00 AM-6:00 PM CST M-F)
Q: Does the speaker have to be hooked up to an amplifier
A: Yes. Duh!
Q: What is recommended to power this outdoor speaker?
A: Thanks for your question. For further assistance with your inquiry, please contact our JBL Professional Division Support at 844-776-4899 (8:00 AM-6:00 PM CST M-F).

The Control 85M Mushroom-Style Landscape Speaker is a two-way highly weather resistant speaker providing 360 degree coverage of the listening space. A highlighted mid-range presence cuts through in high ambient environments for especially clear paging and voice content while providing excellent full-range sound quality. Designed to be mounted on or in the ground, the Control 85M can be used in a wide variety of applications including landscaping of homes, pool areas, hospitality and leisure venues, entranceways, and anywhere a high quality music and/ or paging speaker landscape speaker is required. Its compact size allows the speaker to blend into landscaping and shrubbery, while its tough hunter green polyethylene enclosure resists abuse from lawn care equipment and the elements. The enclosure color extends throughout the material so the speaker will maintain color even when scraped or scratched.

Bring exceptional sound outdoors with the Sonance MAG6.1 Landscape Outdoor Speaker System, powered by Sonos. This 6.1-channel outdoor speaker system combines six satellite landscape speakers and a discreet in-ground subwoofer to deliver powerful, evenly balanced audio across patios, gardens, and poolside spaces up to 1,500 sq ft. Designed to blend beautifully into natural surroundings, the system offers the immersive clarity of an indoor surround setup with the durability and weather resistance expected from a premium outdoor sound system. Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening under the stars, the MAG6.1 System fills your space with rich, detailed audio while staying virtually hidden in plain sight. Seamlessly stream your favorite content using Sonos wireless control and experience a refined alternative to a Bluetooth outdoor speaker system that’s built to outperform expectations.

The mid-size, weather-resistant JBL GSF6 landscape loudspeaker provides superior fidelity and wide coverage in a range of outdoor commercial applications, with a custom two-way coaxial 6-inch driver system that delivers full-range, crystal-clear sound. (Extend system bass response with JBL GSB8 or GSB12 in-ground landscape subwoofers.) This versatile speaker features a 30-watt multi-tap transformer for use on 70V/100V distributed systems and is switchable for 8-ohm direct operation. Versatile mounting options include a ground stake for in-ground installation and an L-bracket for secure mounting on either horizontal or vertical surfaces (both are included). A low-profile, unobtrusive speaker, the GSF6 blends right into its surroundings, and is aimable for precise coverage via an adjustable hinge. Available in hunter green and tan finishes.

The JBL GSB12 in-ground 12-inch landscape subwoofer augments the low-frequency performance of JBL GSF full-range landscape speakers to provide rich, full-range sound in lawn and garden areas, pool areas at home, hospitality, corporate and retail spaces.The GSB12 focuses on fidelity, with true subwoofer extension down to 30 Hz and a steep, multiple-slope lowpass filter for superior sound. Its premium grade, 200-watt subwoofer-band transformer allows use in 70V/100V systems or can be connected for low-impedance direct operation. Pair up with landscape outdoor ground-stake or surface mount GSF6 series speakers.
| Pros for JBL - Control 85M 5.25" 320W 8 Ohm and 70V/100V Mushroom Landscape Speaker, (Each) - Green | |||
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| There were no pros for this product— | Sound Quality, Ease of use, Bass, Installation, Volume | There were no pros for this product— | Sound coverage |
| Cons for JBL - Control 85M 5.25" 320W 8 Ohm and 70V/100V Mushroom Landscape Speaker, (Each) - Green | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Size, Speaker Wire | There were no cons for this product— | Price |
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Great sound. 360 degree sounds great from all angles. Nice coverage with 3 units in the backyard patio.
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